Young fan given birthday gift from Raiders hero Jordan Rapana
Hugely popular both on and off the field, Raiders flyer Jordan Rapana has surprised a young fan on his birthday, going over and above to make the little man’s day.
Canberra star Jordan Rapana has once again justified his tag as one of rugby league’s good guys after giving up his time for a young fan’s birthday.
The injured Raiders winger received a message from Brayden’s uncle asking if he could surprise his nephew for his birthday.
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Rapana, who had no affiliation with the family, arrived on cue sporting a pair of footy boots and one of his personal playing jerseys.
It was more than just a walk by mission for Rapana.
The Kiwi Test gun stayed around for dinner with Brayden and his family, joining in on singing happy birthday as the cake arrived.
“Thanx for making his bday something to remember bro. He will remember this one for the rest of his life,” wrote Brayden’s uncle Wilba Raston.
“He had dinner with us sat there until the cake came out sung happy birthday and spent some quality time with Brayden and made his night!”.
The key Raider is set for a timely return for the injury depleted Green Machine in coming weeks.