05/06/2026
This week’s Flashback Friday feature celebrates two of the finest brothers to ever wear the blue and gold, 2017 Premiership winners Jhy and Jett Karam.
Campbelltown City royalty, the Karam brothers played pivotal roles in securing the club’s 11th First Grade premiership and remain two of the most respected players of the club’s modern era.
In any era, winning a premiership as a halfback is no easy feat. During a period dominated by powerhouse Picton and Thirlmere sides, Jhy Karam’s calm leadership, organisation and physical defence were instrumental in guiding the Kangaroos to premiership success in 2017. Joining the club in 2014, Jhy would spend six seasons at Fullwood Reserve and leave a lasting impact on the playing group and club culture.
As for Jett Karam, many good judges still regard him as the most naturally gifted footballer of the club’s modern era. While no one ever seems likely to challenge Chris Williamson for loyalty, longevity or overall contribution, there are few players who could do what Jett was able to do on a football field.
Joining the club and his brother in 2016 after a serious knee injury, Jett showed glimpses of his enormous potential in a season remembered for the famous Ron Kain Cup victory at Fullwood Reserve. Even then, it was clear the Kangaroos had secured a special talent.
Twelve months later, Jett took the competition by storm. His 2017 season was one of the finest individual campaigns of recent memory, culminating in a premiership but somehow not a Group 6 Player of the Year award. Following the grand final triumph, he moved on to Mounties and looked destined for higher honours through the Canberra Raiders pathway before a cruel run of knee injuries interrupted what promised to be an outstanding career.
The 2017 premiership side remains one of the most celebrated teams in club history and the contributions of the Karam brothers were central to that success.
Which players would you like to see us feature in next weeks Throwback Thursday and Flashback Friday posts?
A reminder that our Old Roos and Sponsors Day will be held on Sunday 28 June at Fullwood Reserve when the Kangaroos take on Mittagong. See you there.