Horsburgh admits he wanted to leave Raiders “a few times”….
Corey Horsburgh has admitted that he “wanted to leave” the Canberra Raiders “a few times” before ultimately staying put—something he credits to his daughter, dogs, and patching things up with coach Ricky Stuart .
> “Well, I was gone a few times … But my daughter and my dogs [kept me here as] I didn’t want to move them around too much.”
He revealed that tensions had flared during a period when both he and Stuart weren’t seeing eye-to-eye—but after a constructive chat, they cleared the air:
> “After me and Ricky had a chat, we both agreed to some things and we worked it out, and we’re happy.”
Ahead of his milestone 100th game this weekend, Horsburgh reflects on how that conversation—and his home life—kept him at the Raiders through thick and thin
On-field performance Since resolving differences in 2024, Horsburgh has returned to top form—famously dominating the Raiders’ forward pack early in 2025 .
Team environment His reconciliation with Stuart highlights good culture under pressure—and the tangible impact of honest communication in elite sport.
Personal stakes Horsburgh’s decision shows how family and personal connections can influence career decisions—even in high-stakes professions.
Corey’s journey is a reminder that even top-level athletes face doubts—and that open dialogue and strong support systems can reignite both love for the game and commitment to the team.
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