Running onto the field to present the game ball during an NRL finals match, is something many young footy players can only dream of. But recently Xavier Orchard, an amazing young sports star from Charlton Christian College achieved just that. Xavier has been named the 2024 NSW Rugby League 'Young Person of the Year'. What a fantastic achievement. As part of the prestigious accolade, Xavier was asked to present the game ball at the Manly versus Canterbury NRL finals match in August, an experience I'm told, he will never forget. Xavier has shown extraordinary passion, dedication and commitment to the sport since he started playing as a 7-year-old. For the past six years he has been an integral member of the Macquarie Scorpions Junior Rugby League Club and is currently Captain of his under 15s team. More than that, Xavier is a qualified referee, league safe trainer and assistant coach of the Scorpion's under 7s team. He also volunteers his own time to help with game day set up and clean up. Congratulations Xavier on this amazing award, I look forward to seeing you on the field in years to come.