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Joel Gould

Storm football boss reveals key to Papenhuyzen comeback

The mental strength of Melbourne No.1 Ryan Papenhuyzen has been vital in his NRL renaissance. (Scott Barbour/AAP PHOTOS)

The mental toughness of Melbourne fullback Ryan Papenhuyzen is the key quality that is often overlooked in his inspirational return from injury.

That is the view of Storm's general manager of football Frank Ponissi, who has been by Papenhuyzen's side as the player has ridden the ups and downs of his short career.

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