Ricky Stuart shares Sam Backo memories

Canberra Raiders coach Ricky Stuart shared his condolences and some memories of former teammate Sam Backo after the rugby league great died.

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00:00Our heart goes out now to all his family. He's got a lovely family and we certainly have them in our thoughts and preferences.

00:11He had a massive impact here at the Raiders. He was a real big, tough front rower.

00:16He had great speed for a big man and agility and also played in our local league.

00:22He's left a great legacy here in Canberra with his rugby league. Sam Backhoe will be forever remembered.

00:30He was a character and he made a lot of great mates here.

00:36Sam's one of those guys who was a big jovial funny man and it was great being around him.

00:43It was always a fun time around Sam.

00:52He's a whole new story here.

00:58He is one of those guys who was really excited about him and he's been watching.

01:01He never wanted to know that he's not a great guy.

01:03It's how he became the first guy.

01:05He is a big man, man.

01:08He's got his own 말을 out.

01:11He was like, I wanna go see the bald people.

01:16He didn't know that he's not a big man, but he's my friend at the same time.