Post Playing
Backo was awarded the Australian Sports Medal in 2000 for his contribution to Australia's standing in rugby league.
The Indigenous Team of the Century was announced in 2001 with Backo included in the starting line-up which also included Arthur Beetson, Gorden Tallis and John Ferguson.
In 2004, Backo was named in the Canberra Raider's All Indigenous team.
His son, Daniel Backo is currently signed to the North Queensland Cowboys.
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