One of Tweed Seagulls’ greatest, Selasi Berdie, was a welcome sight at his old stomping ground.
Selasi stepped away from the game after an unfortunate injury that put his 141-capped and premiership-winning career to an abrupt end. However, the former Seagulls powerhouse was coaxed back on stage by former teammate and current U21s Coach Aaron Zimmerle to assist during the pre-season by educating the boys on a few interchangeable BJJ & Wrestling learnings.
Selasi Berdie & Luke Kelly 2006
“I have known Sel since he was 18 years old, and I saw first-hand the relentless work ethic he brought to his career, he worked his way through Tweed U18s into the QLD Cup and the NRL. It is these lessons of persistence and dedication as much as his expertise in the areas of contact and wrestle that I know he will impart on the next generation of Gullz.” Said Coach Zimmerle about his former teammate.
After stepping away from Rugby League, the then-known tough man at the Gullz was determined to bounce back but found himself in a different arena. Selasi took his power and strength across to combat sports due to its similarities with Rugby League. With a passion for health and fitness, Selasi eventually opened CMBT Training Centre, which has become home to high-calibre Combat Sports athletes and frequently visited by NRL teams looking for an edge in the grappling department of Rugby League.
Selasi passing on a few tips to current player Reece Summer
Selasi’s return to Tweed continues a trend of past Seagulls legends returning to their old club in a bid to impart some wisdom on to the current playing groups.
Selasi added, “I couldn’t be happier to be back at Seagulls helping to play a small part in the development of the new breed of Seagulls. The club has a real feel about it right now, which is very similar to the year we won the premiership and the athleticism and skill level is on another level. The culture of the Gullz and camaraderie that Tweed has is something that I’ve always cherished so it means a lot to be back with the boys ripping in during this pre-season. “
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