A life in pictures of one of the Australian Rugby League's favorite sons

Billy Slater is a talent unlike any other the modern game of Rugby League has seen. He has the innate ability to understand the emotion of the game, make a critical decision in an instant, and execute it. He is driven, skilled, charismatic, uncompromising, and a role model for aspiring League athletes and fans of the game around the world. This is a snapshot of Slater's life to date--his sport, his family, and his passions. These images tell the story of a man who has grown up with Rugby League in his DNA, embraced the professional spotlight, achieved the greatest accolades the game has to offer, and remained humble and committed throughout all of his success. Enjoy the pictures, relive the memories, and look forward to the next steps of Billy Slater