Ricky Stuart trusted Matty Nicholson, reassured by father during pre-game chat at dawn.
Ricky Stuart knew Matty Nicholson wouldn't let him down. It's why he picked him.
And if he had any doubts, Nicholson's father Jason reassured him when the two shared a pre-game chat at dawn.
The Canberra Raiders coach had given Jason a call as he drove to Canberra Stadium - about 6.20am England time.