Taufua assault case adjourned in Qld Jorge Taufua, who allegedly spat at a police officer, has had his case adjourned by court. AN assault case against NRL player Jorge Taufua has been adjourned until next month. Taufua, who plays for the Manly Sea Eagles, allegedly spat at a police officer on the Gold Coast last October. He has been charged with assault. The 21-year-old was not present for Friday's hearing in Southport Magistrates Court, where his lawyer sought a final adjournment on the matter. The case is due to return to court on June 14.