From Goondiwindi Boars to grand final glory, Carl Clement has always mixed grit with gratitude. A forward and second-rower known for his team-first mindset and a love for the game (and the guitar), Carl’s childhood memories include footy, canteen runs, and watching his big brother light it up. Now a dad himself, Carl’s chasing his Cup debut with discipline, humility, and a Lynyrd Skynyrd anthem in his ears. Just don’t challenge him at golf or the guitar.
On The Field
Position: Forward / Second Row
Junior Club: Goondiwindi Boars
What’s your first memory playing rugby league? Playing under 7s, hitting the canteen after, and staying to watch my older brother play.
Who introduced you to the game? My dad.
Career Highlight: 2021 Grand Final.
Most Memorable Game: 2021 Grand Final.
Personal Goal for the Year: Play Cup.
Biggest Lesson Footy Has Taught You: How to be part of a team and have discipline.
Advice to Young Players: Take your opportunities when they come.
Off The Field
If You Weren’t a Footballer: Cricketer.
Childhood Hero: My dad.
Favourite Game Day Pump-Up Song: “Free Bird” – Lynyrd Skynyrd
Hobbies: Golf, beach, being a dad.
Favourite Post-Game Meal: Anything!
Hidden Talent: Play guitar.
Favourite Sports Team (Outside League): Australian Cricket Team
Best Advice You’ve Ever Received: Treat others the way you want to be treated.
Favourite Holiday Destination: Anywhere there’s a beach.
Dream Team to Play For: 1995–96 Chicago Bulls
Dream Player to Play With: Shane Warne
#CaprasFavourites
Game Day Snacks: Eggs, banana, crackers
Favourite Movies: *Step Brothers*
Go-To Meals: Chicken parmi, chicken and bacon carbonara
Sporting Idols: Luke Lewis, Boyd Cordner, Shane Warne
Bucket List Destination: Maldives
Things You Can’t Live Without: Steak, chicken and bacon… and my son
Worst Drills at Training: Broncos
Embarrassing On-Field Moment: Making errors, missing tackles
#TeamTalk
Team Pest: Ben Condon
Always Late to Training: No one I’ve noticed yet
Wouldn’t Want to Be Stuck on a Desert Island With: Jackson Millar
Best Dressed: Haven’t seen enough yet
Worst Dressed: Zac Sainsbury
Biggest Joker: Riley Reid
