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Message: [QUOTE="Big Pete, post: 2647768, member: 1899"] [B]Joe Boyce sees Auckland Nines as a chance to go further[/B] [IMG]http://media.apnarm.net.au/img/media/images/2015/01/24/SCN_24-01-2015_BACK_PAGE_01_Joe%20Boyce%20etch_fct767x575x73.0x78.0_t620.jpg[/IMG] JOE Boyce may have ticked a major box with his selection for the Auckland Nines but that doesn't mean he is about to bask in his glory. The 20-year-old former Nambour junior will travel to New Zealand on Thursday with his Broncos teammates ahead of next Saturday's first match against the Roosters. Boyce, who spoke recently of his desire to gain selection for the tournament, said although it was a big achievement, there was still much work to be done if he was to establish himself in Brisbane's top 17. "It is a step in the right direction, that's for sure, and it will push me forward for a debut this year when my chance comes," he said. "I think it will further prepare me playing in front of big crowds and there is a lot at stake." Boyce signed a two-year deal with the Broncos at the end of last season after finishing a stint with Newcastle in the National Youth Competition. It is a remarkable rise for the back-rower. Only three years ago he was playing for Caloundra's A-grade team. Boyce said he was itching to throw on the Broncos colours and show coach Wayne Bennett and the rest of the competition that he deserved to play at the elite level. "I am looking forward to displaying my skill set and I know I can play well - I know I can do it," Boyce said. "It will be a good challenge and I can't wait to get out there and play against the top players. "I like to play at 100% and with a lot of aggression and that is what I will be looking to do. "It is another level again and is a foot in the door." Boyce will play alongside established Broncos Andrew McCullough and Alex Glenn and former Canberra Raider Anthony Milford. Boyce said a strong showing should boost his chances of getting a run in the preseason trial matches. "If I am in those trials it means that I am getting a look-in and only 20 of us from 32 will get a chance to trial, so if I can play well over there (New Zealand) it will help," he said. "There will be a lot of boys disappear around rep honours and there will be injuries as well throughout the year so I just have to wait." http://www.sunshinecoastdaily.com.au/news/boyce-sees-nines-as-a-chance-to-go-further-boyce-e/2521802/ [/QUOTE]

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