BREAKING NEWS: Manly Sea Eagles star Kobe Hetherington has shocked the National Rugby League NRL with a Selfless act that transcends the game of NRL. Upon signing his new NRL contract, Kobe Hetherington made the bold and compassionate decision to donate entire $123,000 of his $323,000 million signing bonus to….

In an extraordinary display of generosity and compassion, Manly Sea Eagles forward Kobe Hetherington has left the rugby league world in awe after making a decision that proves sport can be about much more than what happens on the field. Upon signing his new NRL contract, reportedly valued at $323,000, Hetherington has donated $123,000 of his signing bonus — not to a family member or personal cause, but to children’s hospitals and youth mental health programs across Australia.

The 25-year-old star, known for his toughness on the field and humility off it, made the announcement privately to the club before it was confirmed publicly this morning. His decision, officials say, was made without any push for publicity or sponsorship — simply out of a desire to make a real difference.

“Rugby league has given me a platform,” Hetherington said in a brief statement. “If I can use that platform to help kids who are fighting battles much tougher than any of us face on the field, then that’s the least I can do.”

According to sources within the club, Hetherington’s donation will be split between the Sydney Children’s Hospital Foundation, the Beyond Blue youth outreach initiative, and local community sport programs aimed at providing access to underprivileged children.

Manly Sea Eagles CEO Tony Mestrov praised Hetherington’s act as “one of the most genuine and inspiring gestures” he’s seen in the game.

“Kobe has shown that rugby league players aren’t just athletes — they’re role models,” Mestrov said. “What he’s done will inspire a generation of young players to think beyond themselves.”

NRL CEO Andrew Abdo also commended Hetherington’s generosity, calling it “a shining example of leadership and empathy within the sport.”

Teammates have echoed the sentiment, describing the forward as someone who “leads by example” and “always puts others first.” One player noted, “That’s just Kobe — he never wants credit, he just wants to help.”

Fans across social media have flooded timelines with praise, many saying Hetherington’s selfless act restores faith in the human side of professional sport.

While the Manly Sea Eagles continue their preparations for the upcoming NRL season, Kobe Hetherington’s decision has already scored a victory that transcends the scoreboard — a victory for kindness, community, and the power of giving back.