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Melbourne Storm star Brandon Smith was in tears when revealing the most “emotional” moment of his decorated career in a tell-all interview on Fox League.
The 26-year-old, who has developed a reputation as a larrikin of the game, was brought to tears when speaking about his parents to Jake Duke.
Smith paid tribute to the unconditional love his parents have shown him over the years, despite the trouble he caused them in his youth.
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The New Zealand international said debuting in the Kiwis 26-24 upset against Australian in 2018 was a moment he would never forget.
“My debut was a very, very emotional game,” an emotional Smith disclosed.
“I just never thought that was possible, I’d played like 46 minutes of hooker that year and then I got named as the starting dummy half for the Kiwis team.
“It doesn’t sound real like that’s what Madge’s belief in the New Zealand team, he wanted winners in his team and we were winners obviously.
“Then I went and played in front of my family and friends, it was very special.
“We got the win over Australia which was absolutely crazy, like I said that was a full dream and I just don’t think, I didn’t believe it for a long time after the game.”
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Smith admitted he tested his parents during his younger years in Townsville, where he eventually saw his contract torn up.
But following his dream Test debut years later, the star hooker revealed the heartwarming moment he shared with his parents after the game.
“Yes, it was very special I guess, from my old man in particular,” Smith said.
“My mum and my dad worked really hard when I was younger to get me in that position and I’ve seen my dad after the game.
“I think we had a ten-minute hug.
“I’m just glad I’ve been able to give back to them those sort of memories that they can cherish I guess, they’re definitely my number one supporters.
“It’s sometimes annoying I have to get like 20 tickets every time we play in Brissy, I’m just glad I get to live out my dream that they wanted me to so.”
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