Sydney Morning Herald (Free subscription) | 02/01/2009
"Obviously Ricky Stuart was an influencing factor in his decision to go there. He feels his football will complement Ricky Stuart and Ricky Stuart's coaching, and he also feels they are going to have a very competitive side, which they will with the addition of Trent Barrett and Anthony Tupou.
News.com.au (Free subscription) | 02/01/2009
... going to Cronulla was the best thing for his football." Maitua will join new Sharks recruits Anthony Tupou, Corey Hughes and Trent Barrett in a formidable 2009 outfit. Stuart, who stood down from the Australia Test coaching job amid a sea of controversy, was instrumental in recruiting Maitua. "I think in the end, getting the chance to play under Stuart was the biggest factor," Ayoub...
News.com.au (Free subscription) | 18/12/2008
... well, it doesn't happen. There are a lot of younger guys coming through like Glenn Stewart, Anthony Laffranchi and Anthony Tupou." Hindmarsh has been told for the past five seasons to slow down or risk burnout. But he can forget about having a pampered run through the 2009 season. "Not at all," Anderson said. "That wouldn't be conducive to him and that's not his style of game....
Sports news (Free subscription) | 26/11/2008
... they turn out for Australia or New Zealand.Likewise, the farce over “taking back” players such as Anthony Tupou was a disgrace, when Australia has a plethora of playing talent. With over 40 international-class players available to Australia (i.e. two origin teams), some leeway needs to be given to the minnows from the most powerful rugby league nation on earth.The ARU and NRL have...
