Old Boy, Donald Singe returned to school on Thursday to speak to students about his role in elite sport, specifically with the Canterbury Bulldogs.

Mr Singe attended King's from 1979-1983 and has forged an impressive career in the world of professional sport in Australasia, specifically in the NRL.

In 1999 Coach Des Hasler asked Don to work with the Manly Sea Eagles' lower grades. In October 2003, Des was promoted to Head Coach and brought Don back from a contract with Japan Rugby Union to install him as the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Manly Warringah Sea Eagles. An NRL Grand Final appearance in 2007 was a clear indication of the club's rise to physical conditioning dominance. The following year cemented that with a very dominant NRL Premiership win in 2008, followed by a World Club Cup Challenge win in 2009. 2011 delivered the Sea Eagles' second NRL Premiership.

Don recently signed with the Canterbury Bankstown Bulldogs, taking on the role of Director of Athletic Performance, returning to a winning combination to work with top NRL coach Des Hasler. It is this role with the Bulldogs that brings him back to town for their game against the Warriors this weekend.

Over the years, Don has also been professionally involved with coaching a number of elite athletes including Olympic Gold medalist, Kerri-Ann Pottharst, Junior Wimbledon Champion Todd Reid and even an  Olympic Bobsled competitor, Peter Palai.

 Don is able to motivate individuals (players, coaches and staff) and teams of elite athletes. He has a superior ability to understand and plan the logistical elements of coaching large groups. He is one of the most successful S&C coaches in Australia and NZ and a current member of the NZ Rugby League Coaching staff.