Joe Tapine honors his wife and daughter during Indigenous Round, embracing their cultural heritage.
Raiders captain Joseph Tapine is leading more than just a rugby league side; he's leading a cultural and personal evolution.
For the Kiwis prop, the NRL's Indigenous Round is a chance to honour the Aboriginal heritage of his wife, Kirsten, and their daughter, Ilua, and to reflect on the power of connection, both on and off the field.
"Personally, Indigenous Round is huge," Tapine told NRL.com.
"I represent that culture as much as mine, because it is my daughter's culture and my wife's culture, so it is huge for me to represent them, and I try to do that to the best of my ability."
