For Brent Tate, the FOGS Dick "Tosser" Turner Medal wasn’t just an honour - it was his driving force. After multiple ACL injuries, it was the goal of reaching 20 Origin games and earning the medal that kept him going. “It came with real gravitas,” he said. Tate’s story is one of resilience, loyalty, and what it truly means to wear the Maroons jersey with pride.

Wally Lewis had several titles of grandeur bestowed upon him in his pomp but none more fitting than “The Emperor of Lang Park”. Just ask NSW.

Ten years on, Queensland’s “Dad’s Army” still holds the record for the biggest State of Origin win — a 52–6 thrashing of NSW in the 2015 decider. It was Mal Meninga’s ninth series win, Justin Hodges’ final game, and Corey Parker’s crowning moment as Wally Lewis Medallist. Fuelled by critics and NSW’s premature dynasty talk, the Maroons responded with a masterclass. From Cameron Smith’s leadership to Thurston’s legendary sledge, it was a night of dominance, passion, and pride.