On My Own Terms

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Redfern grit, Rabbitohs glory, Broncos pride Adam Reynolds breaks his silence.

This is the powerful and deeply personal memoir of Adam Reynolds, a rugby league icon whose journey began in the heart of Redfern and took him all the way to the top of the NRL. From humble beginnings on Morehead Street just metres from Redfern Oval Adam grew up surrounded by community, struggle and the relentless rhythm of footy being played on every corner. With passion, honesty and grit, Adam shares his rise from a working-class kid with big dreams to becoming a premiership-winning playmaker for the South Sydney Rabbitohs, and now captain of the Brisbane Broncos, the NRLs most supported club. He opens up like never before about the pressure of leading two of the games most iconic teams, the heartbreak of his controversial Rabbitohs exit, and the rollercoaster ride that followed.

For the first time, Adam reveals the personal battles behind the headlines his familys hidden struggles, the marital crisis that nearly broke him, and how legendary coach Wayne Bennett helped pull him back from the brink. He also sets the record straight on that infamous fight in Vegas with a teammate.

Full of raw emotion, humour and unforgettable moments, this is more than a sports memoir its a story about identity, loyalty and the unbreakable bond between a player and the game that gave him everything. With a foreword by renowned coach and bestselling author Wayne Bennett, its one hell of a story about an unbelievable career.

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Adam Reynolds is the captain and star halfback for the Brisbane Broncos. A talented player, Reynolds has enjoyed an illustrious career, earning representative honours for the NRL All Stars, NSW City, the Prime Minister's XIII, and playing for New South Wales in the 2016 State of Origin series. He is also a key figure in the South Sydney Rabbitohs' history, where he captained the team to victory in the 2014 NRL Grand Final and played a pivotal role as halfback.Born and raised in Sydneys Redfern area, Reynolds began his rugby league journey at Matraville Sports High School and played junior footy for clubs including St Peters JRLFC and Kensington United. He made his NRL debut for South Sydney in 2012, where he quickly established himself as one of the competitions top goal-kickers.Reynolds' leadership and kicking abilities have earned him numerous accolades, and he remains one of the NRLs most respected players, known for his resilience and dedication on and off the field.