Raymond Faitala-Mariner has signed a contract extension with the Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs and will now remain at the club until the end of 2025.
The 28-year-old joined the Belmore-based side in 2016, with his new deal set to see him serve 10 years with the club.
He has made 94 appearances in his time with the Bulldogs, scoring 12 tries whilst being a key member of the forward pack.
"I call it my second home. Coming from New Zealand alone as a 22-year-old, I didn't have many people to fall back on and to support me," Faitala-Mariner said.
"I was fortunate to have boys like Sam Kasiano, Josh Reynolds and Greg Eastwood. Guys that gave me my first experience as to why this club was called the Family Club.
"To be in a position where I can extend my stay in Belmore for another three years, I can only thank God for giving me the strength and support."
Here to stay. 💙 pic.twitter.com/3C5dlprmHD
— Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs (@NRL_Bulldogs) July 22, 2022
Faitala-Mariner returned to action this season for the Bulldogs in round 11 following a lengthy stint on the sideline with a leg injury.
The Samoan and New Zealand dual-international acknowledged the constant support of the club and its general manager Phil Gould.
"There was a lot of uncertainty with the setbacks that I had," he said.
"The club has shown a lot of faith in me being away from the game for a year and a half. Phil Gould has been really good, messaging me every fortnight to see how I am."
