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Son Faces Father's Old Rival
7 Jun
Summary
- Mavrik Geyer plays against his former team, the Panthers.
- He previously played for the Panthers for four years.
- The match is part of the Royce Simmons Cup celebration.
Mavrik Geyer is set to play against his former team, the Penrith Panthers, a squad he was part of for four years. His father, Mark Geyer, also faced the Panthers during his career with the Balmain Tigers in 1993. This upcoming match holds significant personal meaning for Mavrik, who developed under the Panthers' successful dynasty.
Having joined the Tigers in the summer, Mavrik endured an injury-plagued preseason and has only had limited game time. He sees this opportunity as a chance to prove himself and contribute to the Tigers' goal of reaching the finals after a 15-year drought. He played alongside current Tigers players like Jarome Luai, Sunia Turuva, and Api Koroisau during his time at Penrith.
The game also coincides with the fourth annual Royce Simmons Cup, named in honor of a Panthers legend and former teammate of Mark Geyer. Royce Simmons, who is battling Alzheimer's disease, is an inspiration to the NRL community, adding another layer of significance to this encounter for Mavrik and his family.
