Burdekin Roosters Sign Terence Mosby

Young football star Terence Mosby is proving that dedication and talent can take you places starting from the remote community of Thursday Island to now signing with the Burdekin Roosters in Ayr as he chases his dream of playing professionally.

Mosbys journey began when he made the bold move to leave Thursday Island and join the Townsville Blackhawks Under 19 squad. The transition wasnt easy, but his speed, agility and work ethic made him a standout player.

Now, with the Blackhawks season concluded, Mosby has set his sights on his next challenge playing A Grade in the R L T D with the Burdekin Roosters.

For Mosby this move is more than just another season, it's a crucial stepping stone towards his ultimate goal of playing professionally.

"Its been a big adjustment coming down from Thursday Island but I m grateful for the opportunity with the Blackhawks and now the Roosters," Mosby said.

"I know A grade in the R L T D is a tough competition but Im ready to work hard and prove myself. One day I want to play at the highest level.

Burdekin Roosters Coach Steve Lansley praised Mosbys potential saying "Terence has a raw talent and the right attitude. He's quick, strong and eager to learn. If he keeps developing there's no doubt he could go far."

Mosbys story is an inspiration for young athletes in remote communities, showing that with determination the path to professional football is possible.

The Burdekin Roosters season kicked off recently and all eyes will be on the rising star as he takes the next step.

Will Terence Mosby be the next Torres Strait Islander to make it big in Rugby League? Only time will tell but one thing is certain - he is on the right track!

After the Easter break the season will continue this weekend in the R L T D with the Roosters to play last year premiers Souths at the Bindall Sharks ground on Sunday at 3.30pm.

The reserves will also meet Souths with their game as 2 and as Souths do not have a Ladies team, the Hens will have a bye.

At the time of writing the Roosters A grade coach Steve Lansley had not named his team but he does have a couple of extra players in his squad with the signing of Terence Mosby who can play hooker, lock or five eight as well as the return of Figian Nemia Nawave from a rib injury in Bowen.

Although well behind at the break with Brothers two weeks ago the locals showed what they can do by being 10 all second half.

Souths started off with a big 52 nil win over Lions and although they have lost a few key players from their premiership team the signing of Kyle Laybutt and Jaeleen Feeney will make up for that.

In the reserves the Roosters lead Brothers at half time but the loss of six players quickly saw them fall away in the second half.

Coach Peter Horan will, out a strong side with the possible addition of a couple of A graders coming back and some new players at training.

In other matches this weekend, Charters Towers makes their first appearance meeting Centrals on Saturday at the Sports Reserve with Centrals going down to Herbert River first game.

Norths will travel to Ingham on Sunday playing Herbert River with Brothers hosting Western Lions on Saturday.

Contributed with thanks to Brian Carnes

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Young football star Terence Mosby has signed with the Burdekin Roosters. Photo supplied

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