The prodigiously talented Sonny Fai was tipped to be a superstar of rugby league and a New Zealand Warriors legend. On the eve of the start of pre-season training in January 2009, he made a final, fatal trip to the beach. This series investigates that awf
Eager to show his family the huge sand dunes where he would train, Sonny Fai organised a trip to the beach. He would die there as he lived – a hero.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Family tension and a club shocked to its core, the aftermath of Sonny Fai's death was devastating. It also revealed a hitherto secret side to his personal life.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sonny Fai's talent and attitude were obvious to anyone who saw him play – but there were significant hurdles on his way to the Warriors.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.