“State Of Origin 35 Years” book winners announced

Inside Sport received a stack of entries for our recent “State of Origin: 35 years” book competition, which we ran thanks to Rockpool Publishing. Below are our five winners … and their clever answers. Entrants, of course, had to tell us in 20 words or less who their all-time favourite State of Origin player is and why (most creative entries received were judged as the winning entries – Inside Sport staff’s decision). Thanks so much to everyone who entered the comp. If you were unsuccessful, please try your luck at the other competitions currently running elsewhere on our website, or stay tuned for more awesome Inside Sport online comps in the VERY near future.

“STATE OF ORIGIN: 35 YEARS” BOOK WINNERS AND THEIR ANSWERS

Ben Kennedy, often left off highlight reels, but an important toiler for NSW in his time.

Brad Moore

Alan Langer gave hope to every kid thought to be too small to play the game.

Amelia Hitzke

Billy Moore for inspiring my Dad during his battle with cancer. Top bloke and great player.

Greg Dawkins

Bouncing Benny Elias, he played during the gladiatorial era. I’ll always remember the head band mixed with blood after games.

Ben Crocker

Junior Pearce, the epitome of Origin.....foreboding shoulders, menacing sweat dripping from a body enhanced by Dairy Farmers milk!

Kirsten Phillips