Thurston claims Ken Stephen Medal

Updated September 25, 2012 12:10:01

Queensland State of Origin star Johnathan Thurston has won the 2012 Ken Stephen Medal.

Thurston was awarded the medal at the NRL's One Community Awards on Monday night for his efforts in encouraging indigenous Australian children to finish their schooling.

The Ken Stephen Medal, first awarded in 1988, recognises the contribution an NRL player has made to the community over the course of the year.

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First posted September 25, 2012 12:10:01

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Interview: Stephen Kearney

Published:Friday, June 3, 2011 9:54 AESTExpires:Thursday, September 1, 2011 9:54 AEST

Eels coach Stephen Kearney told Grandstand's Steve Mascord that he has mixed emotions about his side's 14-14 draw with St George at Parramatta Stadium on Friday night.

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Media Call: Stephen Kearney

Published:Friday, May 20, 2011 8:25 AESTExpires:Thursday, August 18, 2011 8:25 AEST

Eels coach Stephen Kearney said that former international Reni Maitua was a tough and skilful player before his ban and Parramatta is glad to have him training with the playing group again.

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Media Call: Stephen Kearney

Published:Thursday, April 14, 2011 11:55 AESTExpires:Wednesday, July 13, 2011 11:55 AEST

Coach Stephen Kearney says the Eels have moved on from last Sunday's 38-0 humiliation by Melbourne.

 

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