you can add Waikato Chiefs fullback Shaun Stevenson to the list of players that have rejected Bennett.
it's reported that a guaranteed starting role with the Chiefs convinced him to turn down the offer from Bennett
Shaun Stevenson says
“Yeah, I had a call from Wayne,”
“This is arguably the best league coach in this generation.
“It was obviously a bit daunting, but it was cool, just chew the fat, good to have a chat with the GOAT.
“I guess it is an option after 2023.
“My skillset, I feel, would suit it, in a way, and obviously playing touch and tag back in school days, it’s similar to that.
“It’s one of those things that quite a few boys want to give a crack, but they talk about it and never do.
“So never say never.”