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Canberra coach Ricky Stuart revealed his unique punishment following the Raiders’ close loss to the Gold Coast last weekend, following nine losses by 10 points or less last season.
“I was so mad that I cancelled training and we all spent a few days watching replays of Question Time at Parliament House,’ said Stuart. “I wanted a uniquely Canberran punishment. Since the boys are used to the cold, love fireworks, roundabouts and Floriade, this seemed the obvious choice. If we lose to Newcastle, we’ll go to Parliament House for the real thing. No more excuses.”
To ensure they paid attention, players were forced to write opinion pieces on Question Time and read them out to teammates.
“Politics and public speaking, I can’t think of anything scarier. Good news is the boys are desperate to play footy again,” said Stuart.
“It was excruciating,” said Canberra captain Jarrod Croker. “A few of the boys fancied themselves as the next Trevor Noah or Jordan Klepper, but they quickly realised how unfunny Question Time is and went numb with boredom. It’ll be worse if we actually have to go to Parliament House for it. It’s great motivation for the next time we have a slim lead with time running out.”
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