Roger Tuivasa-Sheck provided some indelible memories for local league fans in Leeds today - but the Kiwis star counted the game as a career highlight.
Tuivasa-Sheck has played in some big test matches for the Kiwis, and appeared in a grand final but agreed that the feverish atmosphere at Headingley was something to behold.
The biggest crowd at the historic stadium this year (20,158) created a special occasion, as the Rhinos fans farewelled several of their greatest players. Some of the singing and chants rivalled what you would hear at an English football match and the noise when Leeds made a break or crossed for their tries threatened to lift the grandstand roof. To add some more uniqueness to the occasion, the Kiwis performed a special haka at the end of the match, with Kylie Leuluai and Ali Lauitiiti leading it alongside Issac Luke.
"It was crazy...I loved it," said Tuivasa-Sheck. "I loved the crowd and the passion they have for the players here. I could hear a few Ali Lauitiiti chants so that was pretty cool. It's something you'll always remember."
The Kiwis fullback also provided several moments that local fans will never forget, creating the `I saw him play' kind of pub conversations. Games against clubs are rare for touring teams in this era but Saturday morning's match reminded why they are so special and Tuivasa-Sheck was an undoubted highlight.
