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Harry O’Brien: Who is Jack Anthony? What does Jack Anthony stand for?
John Anthony: As you know with the media, everyone has their opinion about somebody. I stand for someone who is very passionate about my sport. You wouldn’t be doing something which is as full on as football if you weren’t passionate about it.
H: Can you tell me about your background?
J: I have three sisters and my mum. She looked after us by herself after my Dad left when I was four, for six or seven years. Michael, my Stepdad, came in and has been the best father I could ever wish for. Michael has been fantastic and very supportive. Being the only man in the family, he supported me through my football career. I really appreciate and love my family.
H: Your neck injury was something that was the worst possible thing that could have happened to you. It was almost a career-ending injury. How did you turn one of your greatest tragedies to one of your greatest triumphs?
J: It goes down to positive thinking produces positive results. It was a serious injury. I think everyone in life has something serious happen to them which changes their path forever.
It was actually a blessing in disguise. Had I not got injured, I probably wouldn’t be seeing myself in the forward line. I might be playing down in the backline with you. Everything happens for a reason and I am a strong believer in that.
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