Kimmorley, to the best of my knowledge, was the first commentator to use the loaded phrase "jungle-ball" in reference to the Warriors free-flowing style of play.
A quick google of the term and the former No7's name uncovers a Fox Sports story from 2012 written by Kimmorley, with the headline, "Warriors back to jungle-ball".
How Fox Sports found it acceptable to run with that headline defies common sense but that's the environment that exists there. That's how systemic this kind of normalised racism is in Australia.
It was also evident when none of the other NRL360 panel members - Ben Ikin, Paul Kent, and Mark Gasnier - spoke up, or showed even the slightest hint of disapproval, at Moore's comment.
And while Moore and Kimmorley's comments drip of racism and ignorance, their archaic attitudes are also expressed and reinforced through less obvious remarks and 'analysis' of the Warriors.
How often do we hear commentators referring to the Warriors as possessing a "hulking forward pack" when in reality they are generally on-par with most other teams and sometimes concede a size advantage? The insinuation being that they are akin to a pack of untamed gorillas.
It's a hangover that has lingered since the days the Warriors had the likes of big men Joe Vagana, Jerry Seuseu, and Terry Hermansson in their ranks.
That physical presence continued with the emergence of Ali Lauitiiti, Richard Villasanti, Awen Guttenbeil, and Monty Betham. Out wide it was a similar story, with big centres and wingers such as Francis Meli, Clinton Toopi and Vinnie Anderson, who could all run fast, hit hard and intimidate, adding to the Warriors stature as a powerful and aggressive side.
That tradition continues today with several heavy hitters in the pack including Ben Matulino, Charlie Gubb and Albert Vete, but the both the Sydney Roosters and Manly forwards have had the edge on them in the physical stakes over the last fortnight.
Konrad Hurrell, Solomone Kata, Ken Maumalo and Manu Vatuvei ensure the backline never lacks for go-forward but Aus-based discussions around the Warriors always sound so generalised. Little credit is given to any high-percentage plays and tactical nous they might demonstrate.
But we don't have to rely on the Aussies to pull out some racist tripe when discussing the Warriors either, unfortunately.
I was forwarded a text message today from a long-time Warriors season member, alarmed at the racist thoughts conveyed to him by fellow Mt Smart regulars in the wake of the last two defeats.
The contents of the message don't deserve to be repeated here. But much in the way Australians have shown a tendency to turn on their minority groups when they speak out - as in the case of Adam Goodes - Kiwis often reveal their racist tendencies when the Warriors rollercoaster is in full-flight.
Like Kimmorley and Moore, those morons should acknowledge what they are saying and thinking is actually just racist BS.
