“Bulldogs star Will Hopoate has declared he will not participate in games and training sessions held on Sundays due to religious reasons,” sports commentator Wille La-ulu wrote this week.
“This has been a huge topic of discussion in regards to his loyalty to the club, his teammates, and what exactly it achieves. Personally, I have seen the scrutiny, and feel like a voice of reason is due. Let’s discuss the decision, through the eyes of a Mormon.”
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