On March 10, 1995, the New Zealand Warriors became New Zealand's first fully professional rugby league team when they competed in their first match at Mount Smart Stadium.
Dean Bell was the Warriors' inaugural captain for that Winfield Cup encounter with the Brisbane Broncos and led the team out that day.
Emile Donovan spoke to him about his memories from the day when New Zealand sport changed forever - and his hopes for the Warriors this season and beyond.
Dean Bell playing for the Warriors 1995. Photo: PHOTOSPORT
