SP PNG Hunters’ Judah Rimbu Shines as 2024 QRL Player of the Year/Photo supplied
The SP PNG Hunters have announced that Judah Rimbu, player #92, has been named the 2024 QRL Hostplus Cup Player of the Year. Rimbu received the prestigious Petero Civoniceva Medal on Friday, September 20, during the Queensland Rugby League Awards at Brisbane’s Town Hall, surpassing notable NRL talents such as Trai Fuller, Jake Clifford, and Tom Chester.
Rimbu began his journey with the SP PNG Hunters in 2021 when the club relocated to the Gold Coast due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Since then, he has made 69 appearances in the QRL Hostplus Cup, solidifying his place as a senior player in the Hunters' squad. Known for his versatility, Rimbu has shown consistent growth and leadership during his time with the team.
Rimbu began his journey with the SP PNG Hunters in 2021 when the club relocated to the Gold Coast due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Since then, he has made 69 appearances in the QRL Hostplus Cup, solidifying his place as a senior player in the Hunters' squad. Known for his versatility, Rimbu has shown consistent growth and leadership during his time with the team.
As the Hunters' first-choice hooker, Rimbu has been a key contributor in the club's 2024 finals campaign. His standout form throughout the season came as no surprise to those familiar with his journey. Over 23 games this season, Rimbu scored 16 tries, ranking fourth in the QRL, and assisted in five others, cementing his position as one of the competition’s top attacking players.
In addition to his offensive contributions, Rimbu averaged 82 running metres per game and recorded 91 tackle busts, placing him fourth in the QRL. His defensive efforts were equally impressive, with a total of 726 tackles made at a 94% efficiency rate.
SP PNG Hunters CEO Scott Barker expressed his pride in Rimbu’s achievement. "On behalf of the SP PNG Hunters, I’d like to congratulate Judah on his outstanding 2024 campaign," Barker said. "While the Hunters' success this year has been a whole-club effort, Judah has been pivotal to that success, and we’re pleased to see him recognized today."
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In addition to his offensive contributions, Rimbu averaged 82 running metres per game and recorded 91 tackle busts, placing him fourth in the QRL. His defensive efforts were equally impressive, with a total of 726 tackles made at a 94% efficiency rate.
SP PNG Hunters CEO Scott Barker expressed his pride in Rimbu’s achievement. "On behalf of the SP PNG Hunters, I’d like to congratulate Judah on his outstanding 2024 campaign," Barker said. "While the Hunters' success this year has been a whole-club effort, Judah has been pivotal to that success, and we’re pleased to see him recognized today."
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