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Storm's off-season vibes

After a brutal 2022 season, the Melbourne Storm squad are making the most of their off-season break.

While some are taking to the world stage in the UK for the 2021 Rugby League World Cup, others are overseas for a well-deserved rest.

Captain Christian Welch jet-setted to Europe exploring, learning and having some good old fashion European fun.

 
 
 
 
 
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Nick Meaney celebrated a special milestone earlier this month, with son Reign turning 1! We're sure we'll see this little man running out on the field like his dad in no time.

 
 
 
 
 
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With his rehab journey hitting the rest and recuperate stage, Reimis Smith enjoyed the tropical oasis of Bali with his partner...

 
 
 
 
 
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...the same for Trent Loiero...

 
 
 
 
 
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...and Tyran Wishart

 
 
 
 
 
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A popular pastime amongst the boys, Will Warbrick hit the golf course, refining his skills for the many competitions to be had in 2023.

 
 
 
 
 
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Jayden Nikorima had a proud younger brother moment as Kodi Nikroima (of the Rabbitohs) got married in beautiful Byron. 

 
 
 
 
 
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Ryan Papenhuyzen kept himself busy not only on the golf course but also starring in a campaign with the NBA. Missing footy desperately, Paps has also jetted himself to the UK to watch his Storm brothers in the World Cup!

 
 
 
 
 
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2021 Rugby League World Cup

Cameron Munster and Harry Grant have been tearing it up in the green and gold, bringing in two wins for the Kangaroos in the first two rounds of the Cup.

 
 
 
 
 
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Nelson Asofa-Solomona and Jahrome Hughes are once again repping the Kiwis, with hakas proudly in abundance.

 
 
 
 
 
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To much fanfare, Justin Olam and Xavier Coates have returned to their PNG roots, running out with the Kumuls.

 
 
 
 
 
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Tui Kamikamica continues to be a superb forward, repping the Bati blue jersey, while Tepai Moeroa returns from injury with the Cook Islands squad.

The players will return to AAMI Park on staggard dates, with the first group returning on November 1. World Cup players will continue their break, heading back to training from January 4.

Acknowledgement of Country

Melbourne Storm respect and honour the Traditional Custodians of the land and pay our respects to their Elders past, present and future. We acknowledge the stories, traditions and living cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples on the lands we meet, gather and play on.