I think it all started when he was the new kid on the block at Manly. Younger than the alpha boys - Snake, Gift, Watmough, StevieThe club was planning for the future and trying to balance the cap. All the old boys wanted to stay but the new kid took up a lot of the cap. This began the dislike of Cherry amongst the cool kids at Manly.
Then when the club put their faith in Mr Karma (Foz) and withdrew Cherry's offer he had to look around.
It was well within his right to backflip on the Titans deal but the Queensland media, led by Tallis, ripped him to shreds for it. The Queensland players including big 3 (wankers) from Melbourne joined in the hate. Newspaper articles crucified the guy.
I believe this treatment of a young man was disgusting and unforgivable. The mental health toll would have been huge for him and his family. It was large scale bullying and everyone involved should have known better.
As well as his playing talent DCE must be a very mentally strong and he's obviously an intelligent bloke. His interviews are always humble and a lot more insightful than the usual, "Yeah, the boys done good."
The only problem I ever see with his play is trying too hard and getting out of position because others aren't doing their jobs.
Anyway - that's my rant. Glad to have a man like Cherry as a Sea Eagle.
As for Foz, this year he's more than making up for his "Karma" comments. He's wound back the clock and playing out of his skin. Would be so cool for Chez and Foz to win another title together.
Go you good things.
If I recall correctly (and I do...)
It was Foz's now ex-wife who tweeted 'Karma'. Foz didn't say it.
Regardless of one's opinion of DCE's skill, I agree the (media) treatment he received was unwarranted and extreme.
