Slater also won two premierships, the Clive Churchill Medal twice and the Dally M Medal with the Storm. The champion fullback, a key member of the Maroons' most successful. He began playing rugby league football for the Brothers club in Innisfail, Queensland. Space to play or pause, M to mute, left and right arrows to seek, up and down arrows for volume. They have a daughter Tyla Rose. "I've got lots of memorabilia, and lots of videos for him, we're just so proud. [41] Slater played in 24 matches and scored 14 tries for the Storm in the 2008 NRL season. Billy Slater 3.95 118 ratings15 reviews During a long and decorated career with the Melbourne Storm, Queensland and Australia, Billy Slater has forged a reputation as not merely one of rugby league's great fullbacks, but as one of the best players in the game's long history. He returned to the field in Round 2, playing his 300th NRL Career game in the 810 loss the West Tigers at AAMI Park. On 30 August 2019, Slater was chosen at Fullback in the Queensland Maroons team of the decade. Slater also set the club's record for most ever tries and NRL record for most ever tries by a fullback. In Round 21 against the Canberra Raiders at Canberra Stadium, Slater also became the 8th player in history of the League to score 150 tries, Slater scoring 2 tries in the Storms 684 win. In Game 3, Slater once again started from the interchange bench with Karmichael Hunt starting at fullback. [183][184], Slater also captained the Melbourne Storm for the first time in his NRL Career and during Cameron Smith's suspension absence, against the Manly Sea Eagles in the 424 loss during Round 11. Related Topics: Billy Slater, children, Family, Football, Health, kids, Sport. [158][159], Playing in the Grand Final at ANZ Stadium on 1 October; Slater produced an outstanding performance guiding the Melbourne Storm to win the 2017 NRL Premiership (their first Premiership since 2012), beating the North Queensland Cowboys 346. [32] After his start to the season, Slater garnered praise from league experts such as Laurie Daley and Andrew Johns as being the best player in the game. In game two, just days shy of his 21st birthday, Slater was named man of the match after scoring two tries. Explore historical records and family tree profiles about Billy Slater on MyHeritage, the world's family history network. His dad was infected with a very serious lung infection that made Billy opt-out from a final home match at AAMI Park against Penrith on 1st September 2018. "He's a lovely kid. Carrying a shoulder injury (not 100% fully recovered) from the Storm's Round 5 game (in April) that resulted him being ruled out the Trans-Tasman ANZAC Test,[85] Slater featured for Queensland in Game 1 and Game 2 of the 2015 State of Origin series. In 2008, Slater was voted the best international player in the world, winning the Golden Boot Award. [29] Slater won the Storms Back of the Year Award. [189], On 8 August, Slater announced that he would be retiring from the NRL at the end of the 2018 season. Slater came back to the main line-up in Round 25 against the Canberra Raiders in the Storms 2218 win at Canberra Stadium. Billy and Nicole Slater's lifelong love of horses and interest. His ethnicity is white, and holds Australian nationality. [2] In the post season, Slater was included in the Australian 2010 Four Nations squad. [36] He had a two-match suspension downgraded to one match after claiming Nightingale had provoked him with several head-butts throughout the match. Playing his first game in his home state of Queensland in over 1000 days[127] and since round 4 of the 2015 season (which was against the Cowboys at 1300SMILES Stadium in Townsville) in the NRL Indigenous Round and the Round 10 double-header at Suncorp Stadium; Slater continued his consistent form by producing an outstanding performance scoring a try, setting-up 2 tries, making 8 tackles, 16 runs (174 metres), 2 line-breaks and a line-break assist; despite the Storm narrowly losing 3638 to the Titans. According to the now 38-year-old Billy, it was a "great time in [his] life" the duo were friends, bonding over riding horses and show jumping. Slater amassed 190 NRL tries for the Melbourne Storm, which is the second most in an Australian first-grade career, behind Ken Irvine. They married in Cairns in November 2009. 1997-2023 Topend Sports Network [146][147][148], In Game 2 of the Origin Series, Slater produced an outstanding performance setting-up 2 tries (the first try of the game to debutant left winger Valentine Holmes, when he combined with Johnathan Thurston and Darius Boyd; and the game-winning try to right winger Dane Gagai, when he combined with Michael Morgan leading-up to Johnathan Thurston kicking that winning conversion goal) helping QLD to level the series margin to 1-all in the 1816 win over NSW at ANZ Stadium. Following the awarding of the Dally M Medal, there was commentary about Slater's progress. Billy and Nicole had actually known each other since their adolescence, first meeting at a "pony club" when they were around 13 or 14. His father Ron said his son often sought his parents' advice when it came to his footy career and told them about his plans to retire about a month before his public announcement. "You're always a Queenslander but everything is going to be a bit different now," Mrs Slater said. Slater was also the winner of the television game show Australia's Greatest Athlete in 2009 and 2010. Subscribe https://bit.ly/2lvA. He was raised with his four siblings by his father, Ron, and mother, Judy Slater. Help keep family & friends informed by sharing this article, China has taken a 'dramatic' lead in critical technologies used for military power, report says, Rajwinder Singh charged with murder over the death of Toyah Cordingley, Superb Lyon claims eight-wicket haul, Australia chasing 76 for victory in third Test, British MP rejects Dutton's claim the UK does not have capacity to build Australia's nuclear-powered subs, NT Police sergeant denies offering legal defence to Zachary Rolfe after shooting of Kumanjayi Walker, Aaryan's parents have skills Australia desperately needs. Rugby league legend Billy Slater believes there's little more the NRL can do to educate its players amid yet another off-season of scandal, arguing education "is a parent job, not an NRL job". [11] Slater retained his spot on the team for the second game of the series at Suncorp Stadium. He added: 'When you love someone, it feels right. Bill Slater was born on June 18, 1983, in Nambour, Queensland, Australia, as William Slater. It's raw, it's honest, it's unflinching, and it's on-demand. Make snippets of Billy talking to create audio highlights to share with your friends or embed in related blog posts. [2] The following week Slater was named Melbourne's Player of the Year making it the second consecutive year he won the award. 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Subscribe and never miss an episode of The Billy Slater Podcast. Reece Walsh took a call from Billy Slater on Monday as the 19-year-old Warriors star looks to learn all he can from arguably the greatest fullback of all time. But at the end of the day, this is important to . [54] Despite Melbourne being stripped of their 2007 and 2009 premierships due to the discovery of a salary cap breach, Slater was allowed to keep his Clive Churchill Medal. Billy knew something was there instantly. document.write("Page last modified: "+ md.getDate()+" " + months[md.getMonth()] [77] In the 2014 Anzac Test, Slater played at fullback for Australia in the Kangaroos' 3018 victory against New Zealand at SFS. "Once he puts his mind to something, he does it. [citation needed] In Round 21 against the Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks at Remondis Stadium, Slater played his 100th NRL career match in the Storms 1716 win. , updated Your body is made for exercising. He's got breeding horses and his house is almost built so [his wife] Nicole and the kids have been having fun with that," his mother Judy Slater added. [64] After playing in 24 matches, Slater was the Storms joint highest tryscorer with 12 tries alongside Cooper Cronk and Matt Duffie in the 2011 NRL season. Billy Slater Autobiography by Billy Slater - Penguin Books Australia Read an extract Published: 3 December 2018 ISBN: 9780143782476 Imprint: Ebury Australia Format: Trade Paperback Pages: 416 RRP: $29.99 Categories: Biography Share Billy Slater Autobiography Billy Slater Formats & editions Tr. "She was making [the proposal] really difficult to be honest," he laughs. "We've got a premiership to win," he said. But to 4-year-old Billy, John Stamos is "Dad." Stamos told TODAY Parents first-time fatherhood in his 50s has been his best role yet. Even now I still get the nerves," Mrs Slater said. Also learn how He earned most of networth at the age of 37 years old? After retiring from the NRL in 2018, Billy moved to a farm with his wife of 12 years, Nicole, and their two children, daughter Tyla, 12, and son Jake, 10, a year later. Slater's form was rewarded when he was selected at fullback for the Australian national team in the Centenary Test against New Zealand, displacing the incumbent Brett Stewart. Slater finished the 2012 NRL season with him scoring 16 tries in 21 matches for the Storm, which made him the highest fullback try scorer in the NRL with 140 tries, going past previous holder Rhys Wesser with 129. The 25-year-old father-of-two was tragically killed while playing rugby league for the Sunshine Coast three years ago as the result of a shoulder charge. of Instagram Followers 301K Father Nationality Australian Mother Judy Slater Birth Name William Slater Currently Married Yes Salary $700,000 Married to Nicole Slater Birth Country Nambour, Queensland, Australia Famous Name Billy Slater In his comeback game in Round 13 against the Sydney Roosters in the Storms 2016 win at Olympic Park, Slater only played 25 minutes of the second half on the wing and was later found guilty of using a dangerous throw on Roosters centre Ryan Cross. Cooper Patrick Cronk (born 5 December 1983) is an Australian former professional rugby league footballer who played in the 2000s and 2010s. Slater had a modest game in attack for Australia but proved his worth by making numerous try-saving tackles in Australia's 2812 victory at SCG. His second try is considered one of the great individual Origin tries. [4] A North Queensland Cowboys fan growing up, he never made a representative side with the club. RELATED: The unusual way Chandler Powell made the 'first move' with Bindi Irwin. 23:07 AEDT 30 Sep 2021 For a daily dose of 9Honey, sign up here to receive our top stories straight to your inbox, Auto news:2022 Maserati SUV lineup due by the end of the year - drive.com.au, Eight seniors share their best relationship advice, "When that person walks into your life, it sort of smacks you in the face," the rugby league legend and co-creator of fitness program, The unusual way Chandler Powell made the 'first move' with Bindi Irwin, Billy and Nicole Slater have known each other since their early teens. Billy Slater was born on 18 June, 1983 in Nambour, Australia. Billy Slater's cutting reality check for clubs whose star talent is consistently robbed. Billy Slater was born in Nambour, Australia on June 18, 1983. [We'll] go fishing and to the pub. We had a lovely time feeding the animals and we were given so much information about the farm. Education: The education details are not available at this time. Slater is the son of Ron Slater and Judy Slater. Slater was the Storm's highest try scorer in the 2003 NRL season with 19 tries in their 26 matches. [27] On his return from injury in Round 17, Slater scored 8 tries from 9 appearances and became a vital cog in the back line of the Storm, setting up over 20 tries during the season. [170][171] The following week, he equaled the record of Bob Fulton and Jarryd Hayne in becoming the Tournament's Top Try-Scorer in Rugby League World Cup history by producing another outstanding performance and scoring his 13th World Cup try (his 24th Test-Career Try) in Australia's 526 win over France in Canberra. According to Billy Slater wiki, he was born on June 18, 1983. [46] Slater played in the other 2 matches in the Queensland's 2009 winning State of Origin team. Billy and Nicole share two children: a 12-year-old daughter, Tyler, and a 10-year-old son, Jake. Days after playing in the 2008 NRL Grand Final 400 defeat the Manly-Warringah Sea Eagles,[40] Slater was named the Melbourne club's Player of the Year. He has ranked on the list of those famous people who were born on June 18, 1983. This prolonged experience underpins . Slater broke the line with his first touch and kick return of the game. [187] He returned from injury in game 2 to play his 30th Origin game, producing an outstanding performance despite Queensland losing game 2 and the series in New South Wales' home game victory at ANZ Stadium. How to Cite. Historical records and family trees related to Billy Slater. Billy Slater is a former Australian rugby player for the Melbourne Storm of the National Rugby League. Mini Bio (1) Bridgette Wilson was born in Gold Beach, Oregon, on September 25, 1973. For his efforts, Slater received the Wally Lewis Medal for Player of the Series, despite having only participated in two of the three Origin games and Queensland's overall series loss. Hawkes Farm is a 140 acre family farm on the Mornington Peninsula that grows vegetables and strawberries. Billy Slater's enormous talent has allowed him to achieve almost every conceivable goal achievable in his chosen field - two premierships, five State of Origin series wins, three club best and fairest awards, 14 Test caps, and the coveted Golden Boot Award as the Rugby League Player of the Year. [73] Slater played all three games of the 2013 State of Origin series in which Queensland extended their record for consecutive series victories to eight. Vurbl People: Interviews, Commentary, News, and More [12] Slater scored a try in the decider but could not stop a Brad Fittler inspired New South Wales side from clinching the series in QLD's 3614 loss. Billy Slater 1918 ~ 2005 Billy Slater, age 86, passed away September 24, 2005 of complications incident to age in West Valley City, Utah. Slater is both a painter of large-scale equestrian portraits and a breeder of outstanding thoroughbreds. In Round 8, he suffered a badly broken cheekbone against the Manly-Warringah Sea Eagles when he tried to charge down former teammate Matt Orford's kick, and collided with teammate Sam Tagataese in Melbourne's 1312 loss at Brookvale Oval. How to get on these lists? It was winter in Melbourne, and "freezing cold. Beloved wife of the late Raymond J. Slater, Jr. and Richard B. Rodgers. Sometimes, all it needs is a little helping hand to remind it that nature intended us to move!NRL superstar Billy Slater and expert trainer Michael Chapman have designed these 32 easy-to-follow workouts to help you inject more action into your everyday life. The 35-year-old rugby league star played 16 seasons at fullback for the Melbourne Storm, as well as State of Origin for Queensland and 30 Tests for Australia. [149][150] Slater remained in the team for game 3 and he produced another outstanding performance in the decider, combining with Storm teammates Cameron Smith, Cooper Cronk and Cameron Munster in QLD's NRL one-club spine combination; to guide QLD to a series win in the 226 victory over NSW at Suncorp Stadium. Following the game, he received the Clive Churchill Medal as the best player on the field. Slater scored a try and was judged best on ground, earning the Clive Churchill Medal. [citation needed], "Segment: Player Probe (Part 2): What was your nickname as a kid? Video by Nathan Chapman and edits by Tara Blancato. [37][38] In September 2008; Slater narrowly missed out on the Dally M Medal, Player of the Year, finishing 2 points behind the Sea Eagles Matt Orford. His identity is white, and has Australian ethnicity. Best Billy Slater Interviews on Podcasts or Audio about Billy Listen to audio about Billy Slater. Eight wins from the last nine deciders paints the picture of Queensland's State of Origin dominance with the series on the line. The couple said State of Origin would not be the same in the Slater household once Billy retires. A post shared by Billy Slater (@b1slater) on Aug 11, 2017 at 12:33am PDT. [62] The Melbourne Storm won the minor premiership, but were defeated by the New Zealand Warriors 2012 in the Preliminary Final at AAMI Park, ending Slater's season. var months = new Array ("January","February","March","April","May","June","July", After a stellar dbut season saw him crowned Dally M Rookie of the Year (although the awards that year were cancelled in protest). William Slater (born 18 June 1983), is an Australian former professional rugby league footballer who played in the 2000s and 2010s. The family now breedsthoroughbred horses, while artist Nicole, 36, also paints the animals, showing off her stunning artworks on Instagram. [113][114] However, coach Craig Bellamy opted to rest him for the opening 2 rounds of the 2017 season[115] and Slater had to wait until round 3 to returning to action. In October 2008 Slater was selected in the final 24-man Australian squad but hesitated playing since he and his wife were expecting their first child. In July 2004, he appeared as a guest at the Western Film Fair in Charlotte, North Carolina, along with Stella Stevens, Andrew Prine, Heather Lowe, Lane Bradbury, and Sonny Shroyer. I suppose it always has and always will," Billy tells 9Honey. Producing yet another outstanding performance, Slater led Queensland to an 1812 victory at Suncorp Stadium, thus avoiding a potential 30 series whitewash by New South Wales. 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