Signings, Suggestions & Rumours Discussion

[loklok]

we have a former Dally M halfback of the year
Clickety Clack Brooks is back

Yep to flounder under pressure for another season

 

[barnzee]

Nothing on RTS
But Caleb Clarke could be a surprise pick-up.

What about bench spots mate ?will it be Simpkin or Rua in the 14

 

[Jedi_Tiger]

Yep to flounder under pressure for another season

try not to death ride ok

 

[loklok]

try not to death ride ok

Common rugby league sense tell the story

 

[hobbo1]

Dolphins or manly?

Auburn warriors

 

[BAGNF05]

If Brooks can't fire behind that, what excuse do you think the Brooks cult will come up with?

I’ll join team punt him

 

[Tiger913]

Sheens has spoken to him previously,
Benji has spoken to him recently !

Would have to think it wouldn’t be until after World Cup ? Unless he isn’t in the All Blacks plans for 2023 RWC ?

 

[Conbat07]

Nothing on RTS
But Caleb Clarke could be a surprise pick-up.

He is electric, hope we get him. Bye Ken or Noffa

 

[Alltheway]

Nah I think the arguements have changed from Balmain vs wests to Brooks supporters vs haters.
I’m with you though.
I’m expecting or at least hoping a change of fortune for us.

The good thing for me is sheens is looking for a controlling half. And doesn’t expect brooks to play that role, this is what I was worried about. But the fact that he’s looking at signing Moses, tells me he knows what he’s doing! I don’t like that slimy turd. But great to see sheens and co know the skill set of their players. More than I can say for Fadge.
Buckle up…

 

[gregjm87]

With the forward pack we're assembling there are no more excuses

I agree but I'm still cautiously optimistic. Those forwards need to perform yet and the pack will also need to remain injury/suspension free as there is not much quality depth.

 

[innsaneink]

You're not alone. There are a few of us who know the club has done exceptionally well to recruit the quality of player we have for next year especially with Redcliffe entering the competition and the increase in salary cap.

I'll get excited when I see consecutive and consistent WWWs

 

[bbobb]

Overall, I think POM's update this is pretty good news. Hastings had a voice but I never saw him a threat with the ball. I am still concerned with a lack of a game manager and don't believe Brooksy is that player. I suppose that leaves AD but he hasn't shown much in that area either.

I think we will be more competitive next year but that lack of game management will cost us.

 

[BAGNF05]

Hastings has scored himself a hefty pay rise with the Knights.
Once it was clear that Brooks wasn’t going to be released for 2023 Knights changed focus.
Sheens met with Hastings management & made the point very clear that his future was at 13.
It moved fast from there.
The hope is to build a forward pack that Brooks can actually play off.
Bateman deal will be finalised in the week but he will be here.
Very early talk for Brooks but the club would hope to present a restructured deal for 2 year extension but a reduced rate.

Very important meeting with Moses management next week where a formal offer is expected to be presented.

Matamua expected to be elevated to top 30.

Sheens is making good decisions, thanks Pom

 

[Bones]

Nothing on RTS
But Caleb Clarke could be a surprise pick-up.

Makes sense if we get Klemmer and Bateman the pack is pretty well stocked. We’re still short on good options at centre IMO.

Any more likely to be moved on?

 

[rihannafan1]

Ehhh, its a a start. Losing Hastings hurts any short-term success we'll have. We won't win the wooden spoon at least. Our forward pack is fine but we're relying on a few too many young blokes. And the Knights... talk about an overpay.

I'm very interested to see how well we are coached this season as the last two years were terrible. I like this move for Brooks, who is in his prime athletically and really should be playing better. Hopefully he gets the grubber back.

 

[Jedi_Tiger]

Makes sense if we get Klemmer and Bateman the pack is pretty well stocked. We’re still short on good options at centre IMO.

Any more likely to be moved on?

Douhie is the best centre option for 2023
maybe Laurie could play 6 ?

 

[Kaito]

Would have to think it wouldn’t be until after World Cup ? Unless he isn’t in the All Blacks plans for 2023 RWC ?

He is very much in their plans for '23
RWC. Starting winger in the #11 jersey.
More chance of RTS getting left out
Than Clarke. Would have him here anyday
but there's no way in hell he's coming.

 

[Coastie_Tiger]

Nothing on RTS
But Caleb Clarke could be a surprise pick-up.

Holy shit @Earl maybe I didn’t watch 10 mins of Caleb Clarke for nothing 😂 thanks for the update Pom

 

[ConePuncher]

hopefully they move on nof, to'a, doueihi, brooks, seyfarth 👍👍👍

 

[BAGNF05]

Without a dominant forward pack, everything else is secondary.

So from that perspective, Klemmer is a requirement, Jackson a luxury.

I'm not against it, I also have no issues with the fluidity of the situation.

We came last, our forwards were dominated and things needed to change.

Well said