Dolphins star outside back Jamayne Isaako is determined to go out with a bang this season, and trusts the club is in a great position to succeed following his departure.
Isaako’s legacy at the club traces all the way back to the Dolphins’ infant era, having been part of the inaugural NRL squad and their first-ever victory against the Roosters back in Round 1 of 2023.
With his departure from the club at the end of this season confirmed, Isaako is now clear-minded and primed to help lead the charge for the club’s first ever finals appearance.
“I never really pictured myself leaving the Dolphins, and I’m sad to be leaving the club, having been an inaugural player here since day one.
“I have still got a whole season ahead of me here at the Dolphins, and I want to leave the club in a better position than we finished last year.
“I will continue putting my best foot forward in hopes that we can play finals football this year,” Isaako said.
Isaako has always been a permanent presence in the Dolphins’ backline, and will most likely finish his Dolphins’ career as the club’s current record appearance holder and highest point scorer, an achievement the flyer is hugely proud of.
“I have played every game, and I don’t plan on missing one until my time is finished here at the Dolphins.
“If there is anything that I’ve done for this club, it is score tries and kick goals, and I’ve done that to the best of my ability.”
Despite being a constant figure in the backline, Isaako believes the club has the talent from within to be able to assume his position.
With already established star Jack Bostock eager to return from injury, and young prodigies such as Tevita Naufahu and LJ Nonu readily waiting in the wings, the club is in good stead to handle the star winger’s departure.
“There’s a great crop of young players coming through the club at the moment, and I have no doubt that I’ve done a good enough job to play out this year and then leave that spot to the young boys coming through.”
Jamayne will now prepare for his 77th straight appearance for the Dolphins in this Thursday night’s clash with the Sea Eagles in front of a packed Kayo Stadium crowd.
