Watching Reece Walsh produce a Clive Churchill Medal-garnering grand final masterclass taught Isaiya Katoa a crucial lesson.

“Back what you see, back your skill set and be confident with it,” the Tongan halfback declared.

Walsh’s exploits for the Broncos have given Katoa an insight into the mentality he wants to adopt.

Walsh refuses to allow mistakes to hinder him.

In 57 games across three seasons, the Kangaroo has made 122 errors, yet remains Brisbane’s attacking linchpin.

While Katoa finished third for the Dally M Medal while spearheading the Dolphins, he has been assessing his failures, and how Walsh does not fear his own.

“No matter how many mistakes he’ll make, he’ll continue to attack the game. If anything, I take confidence out of that,” Katoa said.

“He might throw a forward

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