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Rising Stars: The New Latrells in NRL and Beyond

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Who Needs Latrell When You Have… Latrell?

** While Latrell Mitchell was sidelined, his Rabbitohs teammate Latrell Siegwalt stepped up, leading South Sydney to a convincing 36-12 victory over the Cronulla Sharks. This isn’t the first time the Rabbitohs have found success with a Latrell in their ranks, and it certainly won’t be the last. **

Siegwalt’s Stellar Debut

** In his maiden NRL appearance, Siegwalt laid on the final pass for two Alex Johnston tries and scored a third of the Rabbitohs’ points. His performance was particularly impressive given the 120-strong contingent of family and friends from Wagga Wagga and Walgett who were on hand to watch. **

Alex Johnston: A Try-Scoring Machine

** Johnston’s hat-trick against the Sharks saw him surpass Ken Irvine and Frank Burge for the most hat-tricks in Australian first-grade rugby league history. He also became the first player to score 100 tries at any venue, with his century coming at Accor Stadium. **

The Sharks’ Struggles Continue

** Despite a strong performance the week prior, the Sharks failed to back it up against the Rabbitohs. Coach Craig Fitzgibbon admitted his side was “sick of waiting” for their best football and implored them to “harden up” and do the simple things better. **

Looking Ahead: Can These Trends Continue?

** **Did you know?** The Rabbitohs have now scored 30 points or more in six straight games, just two short of their record set in 2021. Can they continue this trend and challenge for the premiership? **

FAQ

** Q: What’s next for Latrell Siegwalt? A: Siegwalt will look to build on his impressive debut and solidify his place in the Rabbitohs’ lineup when they face the Manly Sea Eagles in Magic Round. **

Pro Tip: Keep an Eye On…

** Campbell Graham. The Rabbitohs winger celebrated his 150th game with a try against the Sharks and will be looking to add to his 70-try tally in the coming weeks. **

A Call to Action: Predict the Future Latrells

** Which young players do you think will make a name for themselves in the NRL this season? Let us know in the comments below, and we’ll revisit your predictions at the end of the year. **

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References

** – [ESPN](https://www.espn.com.au/nrl/story/_/id/48716336/nrl-round-10-news-report-south-sydney-rabbitohs-cronulla-sharks) – [SMH](https://www.smh.com.au/sport/nrl/no-mitchell-no-worries-as-new-latrell-steps-up-for-south-sydney-20260509-p5zvad.html) – [NRL.com](https://www.nrl.com/draw/nrl-premiership/2026/round-10/rabbitohs-v-sharks/) – [FOX SPORTS](https://www.foxsports.com.au/nrl/nrl-news/nrl-red-and-green-talking-points-rabbitohs-v-sharks-round-10-magic-round/news-story/9a65c3cc5c262459f13590c85f6421e4)