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    Former Kiwis coach Sir Graham Lowe claims the bond between current gaffer Stacey Jones and Shaun Johnson is the reason for the latter's return to international rugby league in an injury crisis

    Former Kiwis coach Sir Graham Lowe claims the bond between current gaffer Stacey Jones and Shaun Johnson is the reason for the latter's return to international rugby league in an injury crisis

    - article from www.rugbyleague.co.nz

    Stacey Jones
    Stacey Jones
    The former Warrior's coming out of retirement to play in the halves during the Pacific Championships, following the neck injury to Dally M winner Jahrome Hughes.

    Lowe says Jones has shown courage to call in a favour.



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