Sutton sin-binned in Rabbitohs trial

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AS if the CCTV footage of his arrest and the US mug shots were't bad enough, John Sutton even got sin-binned in his first official footballing hit out since his Arizona arrest became public.

South Sydney coach Michael Maguire admitted the Rabbitohs had learned "a lot of lessons" out of the club's ill-fated overseas trip after the premiers ground out a 20-all draw with Queensland Cup champions Northern Pride at Redfern.

Sutton's sin-binning seemed a fitting twist to the South Sydney Arizona cover-up script, with the man who has been replaced as captain for the year ahead leading the side against the Pride.

Initially reluctant to leave the field for what was a harsh sin-binning offence, Sutton begrudgingly departed before signing autographs for fans at the entrance to the Redfern Oval bunker.

John Sutton during the Back to Redfern pre-season game. Source: News Limited

In fairness, it was a tough call against Sutton.

The Bunnies skipper produced a brilliant try-saving cover tackle on Northern Pride halfback Sam Obst, only to be penalised for holding the Pride playmaker down.

True to form, Sutton returned with a vengeance, making a strong carry before putting in a perfectly-weighted cross-field kick for the Bunnies to score their opening try.

Coach Maguire admitted it had been a difficult week for the man replaced as club captain by Greg Inglis, partially due to his misdemeanour in the US.

"Unfortunately he got sent off their for 10 minutes for that holding down tackle," Maguire said.

"They probably would have scored their if he didn't.

John Sutton thanks the crowd after the Back to Redfern pre-season game. Source: News Limited

"It was a shame but he got back out there and he got in control of the game.

"No doubt, something like that it's been a tough week for him.

"He's pretty passionate about everything he does in life and he's learned a lot of lessons as I've said.

"To get sent off and then you could see him on the sideline in the second half cheering the younger boys on.

"That's what he's become since he's been a very strong leader around our organisation.

"He's learned a lot of lessons out of it and so have we all. It's about putting it behind us now and moving forward."

Glenn Stewart during the Back to Redfern pre-season game. Source: News Limited

The Queensland Cup champions gave the Bunnies a run for their money, edging to a 20-8 lead with 15 minutes to play before the premiers powered home to finish with a draw.

The Pride scored the opening try through winger Semi Taduala, with the Bunnies unable to capitalise on an early Tom Burgess break through the middle of the ruck.

Glenn Stewart was impressive in his opening hit out in the red and green, producing a solid opening 40 minutes before earning an early shower.

"The injuries are going well and a good season feels like it could pay off," Stewart said.

"I feel like I've got a close bond with the boys already and I'm looking to build on.

"They've all been welcoming from the staff, the players and the fans, hopefully I can repay them."

The Bunnies will leave on Sunday for the UK, where they will play St Helens in the World Club Challenge next Monday (AEST).

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