Let's make this birthday one to remember.

45 years old (Born on February 10, 1980)

Happy Birthday, Ben Hornby! The Dragons legend who tackled opponents harder than most of us tackle Monday mornings. Your leadership in guiding St. George Illawarra to the unforgettable 2010 NRL Premiership still has fans cheering louder than a referee's whistle.

From your debut in 2000 through twelve epic seasons, you showed more stamina and determination on the field than we do trying to resist birthday cake seconds. May your special day be filled with as much joy as that glorious premiership victory—minus any tackles or scrums this time around! Here's hoping retirement is treating you better than opposing teams ever did.