Signings, Suggestions & Rumours Discussion

gregjm87 said:
2021 fox stats had Brooks equal with Hughes for try assists. Though from memory I think he played a couple extra games.
But still, if he can match Hughes for TAs when playing at the Tigers, how many would he have got at the Storm
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Is there two of you?
Your Brooks posts are often poles apart.
 
Thanks for info @CCTW . Does this prop/lock rotation mean Hastings is being viewed as a halfback moving foward & Blore still in backrow?

CCTW said:
The style of footy to expect next season will be much different. It will be centred on pushing forward and creating second phase play which Klemmer will help with his offloading. If they can find a suitor, Musgrove would be most likely to go. IF everything goes to plan, we would see a Stefano, Klemmer, Leniu, Offa, Twal and Pole rotation in matchday squads - for both prop positions and lock. Neither Klem or Leniu have officially committed at this stage and there is much more movement this off season so nothing is a for-gone conclusion yet. Players have a habit of committing verbally and officially committing elsewhere.

Pole has also been talked about off the bench as an edge backrower rower. For the eagle eyed viewer, you would have noticed Pole playing in the backrow at the end of the year, for this reason. All but one would likely be in reserve grade or extended bench. Twal has value in his defensive efforts and a favourite of Benji and Farah. Fainu and Tuki need another season in KOE.

Personally think there are too many hurdles with Bateman to get a deal done. Don't think its the worst thing as Blore has been really putting the extra efforts in the gym and in rehab over the year, same with Talau. Both seem to have really bought in and are determined to re-pay the fans and the club.

I personally believe that the player that will break out next season and have us all talking is Tommy Talau. A move to the middle of the park will suit his skill set. His footwork and skill around the ruck is perfect for the modern game and matches the style of footy that made him an Australian Schoolboy.
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CCTW said:
Lenui is a Western Sydney boy through and through and wants to stay out west. Tigers are the most realistic option in terms of him staying out west and allowing him to be a starting prop. Api has been in his ear, same with Staines.

Bulldogs, Dragons and Manly also after him. I have heard separately that Penrith are interested in Simpkin but no idea or info if that has been offered as a swap or anything like that. That info about Simpkin is less reliable but would make sense given that Penrith are losing Api and do not have a proven hooker in their squad.
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Hopefully Api wasn't in his ear Sunday night/Monday morning (we know his mindset then haha).

Thanks for all the updates @CCTW! Fingers crossed they come through, as it will make a massive difference to our squad running out next year.
 
gregjm87 said:
2021 fox stats had Brooks equal with Hughes for try assists. Though from memory I think he played a couple extra games.
But still, if he can match Hughes for TAs when playing at the Tigers, how many would he have got at the Storm
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Mate the question is how many would Hughes have if he played for the MightyTigers and I don't think more then Brooks with no Grant Munster Paps Nico and co for 21 no help at the Tiger's for him you have to do it all your self bring your own tools to work for Brooks
 
Good info form CCTW.

Interesting about Pole possibly moving to edge backrow so we can accommodate all these middles. I can see that, with his footwork at the line.

Has there been a change in tact from having a ball playing lock like Hastings, to a bigger physical pack?
 
king_sirro said:
Good info form CCTW.

Interesting about Pole possibly moving to edge backrow so we can accommodate all these middles. I can see that, with his footwork at the line.

Has there been a change in tact from having a ball playing lock like Hastings, to a bigger physical pack?
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Been saying for a while now Pole is your rough diamond Sirro.
I can't believe why some are saying he's overrated,
He's probably a bit green having just started his NRL career but he has a big future ahead of him imo.
 
Cobarcats said:
Been saying for a while now Pole is your rough diamond Sirro.
I can't believe why some are saying he's overrated,
He's probably a bit green having just started his NRL career but he has a big future ahead of him imo.
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It was easy to observe things happen when Pole is involved, whether it is stepping to earn good metres or his quick play the balls. He is only 20 as well in a pack that is usually on the backfoot.
 
pawsandclaws1 said:
It was easy to observe things happen when Pole is involved, whether it is stepping to earn good metres or his quick play the balls. He is only 20 as well in a pack that is usually on the backfoot.
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Agree. He reminds me of a bit like Papali'i. Built close to the ground and very strong.
He will benefit from an organized hooker in Api. I suspect Pole will be hitting sone flat balls close to the line next year.
 
Cobarcats said:
Been saying for a while now Pole is your rough diamond Sirro.
I can't believe why some are saying he's overrated,
He's probably a bit green having just started his NRL career but he has a big future ahead of him imo.
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Oh I've been a big fan of his since his debut. Big motor for a young guy, mobile, late footwork, and commits hard to to effort areas on and off the ball. Great young player. Can he be effective on an edge though? That's the rough diamond part for me.
 
king_sirro said:
Oh I've been a big fan of his since his debut. Big motor for a young guy, mobile, late footwork, and commits hard to to effort areas on and off the ball. Great young player. Can he be effective on an edge though? That's the rough diamond part for me.
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I think so. A bit of a utility factor...edge-middle.
He's still got some growing and learning to do. He showed glimpses of quality this year in an ordinary forward pack so what's he going to like when he's learnt his trade and playing in a better pack/team. Sorry for repeating other posts.
Sheens might have something else in-store for the lad playing a James Graham type role but maybe not next year as I haven't seen much of his passing, link and offloads.
I think Sheens will have him concentrating on energy plays and quick play the balls.
Let's reflect on this Sirro in a year or two.. 👍
 
With Pole possibly moving to an edge and Talau likely moving to the forwards (second row no doubt), what will be the situation for Matamua and Kautoga? Will 2024 be their year?
 
Mighty_Tiger said:
No they haven’t. They both have had some of the biggest egos & arrogant players in the game. They just knew how to manage them to get results.
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Didnt say some of those players wernt arrogant or egotistical. But they respect the club they play for & get nailed when they dont. Just see how Bellemy reacted to Munsters & Smiths acting like poor judgement. When they act like DHs it is swiftly dealt with. That is what we need here first, above buying just the best players. Im not against buying in quality players, but they have to believe that the Tigers can win a premiership, just like the belief Todd has instilled in the Cowboys.
 
Champ1 said:
Didnt say some of those players wernt arrogant or egotistical. But they respect the club they play for & get nailed when they dont. Just see how Bellemy reacted to Munsters & Smiths acting like poor judgement. When they act like DHs it is swiftly dealt with. That is what we need here first, above buying just the best players. Im not against buying in quality players, but they have to believe that the Tigers can win a premiership, just like the belief Todd has instilled in the Cowboys.
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You do realize what your saying right?
The player has to be playing for the club & then does something wrong and then gets punished by those coaches right. And in your example Munster & Smith have had multiple bringing into line activities at the Storm.

People are saying punt the players before they even wear our kit for what - a comment or lack of a comment. Like seriously cmon.

On Papa the club made statements and closed it down from their end - they had zero concerns.

On Api they have dealt with it, it’s done. We have zero idea how that conversation/activity went down nor should we.

They both will play and I have zero doubt you and others not wanting Api here will be cheering them on next year.
 
king_sirro said:
Oh I've been a big fan of his since his debut. Big motor for a young guy, mobile, late footwork, and commits hard to to effort areas on and off the ball. Great young player. Can he be effective on an edge though? That's the rough diamond part for me.
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I wondered myself this year…
He’s reasonable mobile, and defence is good laterally,
Worth a try…
 
Bones said:
Talau to 2nd row, Pole to 2nd row, Laurie to 5/8… it’s almost like Tim Sheens is back. 😆
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Twal to halfback might be a real chance at this point.

To be fair Talau to backrow has been talked about for years at the club & Laurie at the panthers was viewed as 5/8th for the longer term position. Pole no idea on.
 
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