"We know" ~ Most of New Zealand
Unfortunately we do know. This sad story is repeated again and again with promising young sports stars demonstrating that they are ill equipped to handle the fame and fortune bestowed upon them.
Jesse Rider, Norm Hewitt, Andrew Simons have all had their demons. Not to mention (because we can't) the numerous high profile sports stars who have been charged with drink-driving, assaults and drug use.
It's the measure of the man (and women) as to how they deal with their demons. In particular, Norm Hewitt salvaged his mana and career from a very high profile incident which threatened to derail him personally and professionally. I have absolute respect for the man.
(photo Otage Daily Times)I am no longer a follower of rugby (I seriously question the sponsorship and drinking cultures that surround the sport these days). This said, I do hope Zac becomes the man he was meant to be and can regain our respect and his own respect for himself.
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