Signings, Suggestions & Rumours Discussion

[AdelaideTiger]

Think one game he did.

How'd he go?

 

[Glenji95]

How'd he go?

Don’t remember honestly. He’s best suited to the halves anyway.

 

[Jedi_Tiger]

While he could play 14, Sullivan imo will be a very good buy for WTs. As someone else wrote, he has next year to establish himself as a half. He would know good halves are in short supply in the NRL and an outstanding season will place him in a very strong position. There is still lots of love for him in Wollongong and many (including me) cannot understand why he was not prioritised over Amone.

Agree Sullivan is a much better player than Amone, just can't see where he fits in to the 17 in 2025 as really think Fainu will fire

 

[Magpie_Magic]

Hairbrained I know but can Fainu debut in the centres for a while?

 

[finnzo]

Hairbrained I know but can Fainu debut in the centres for a while?

I think his greatest attribute is his passing game so probably not

 

[finnzo]

I was initially concerned about a possible negative effect on our young halves, knowing there is only room for one of them in the starting line up come 2025.
But you would assume and hope Benji/Richo have or will sit down with them all individually and reassure them of their value to us long term should their form warrant it.
Many scenarios could play out depending on each players on field performance and it should be exciting to see which player or players take their opportunities and demand to be selected in our top 13 or 17.

I think it’s a huge plus we are going to see the benefits of this this year

 

[Vicious]

Agree Sullivan is a much better player than Amone, just can't see where he fits in to the 17 in 2025 as really think Fainu will fire

It’s early days, but would appear Sezer will likely start the season as our NRL number 7 due to his experience, on field talk and leadership.
In saying that there is much more potential upside in a possible Sullivan and Fainu halves partnership.
Don’t disregard the possibility Galvin could be playing so well in the lower grades that he cannot be ignored to play NRL sometime in 2025, he will likely get an opportunity in the trials too.

 

[Roar_Power]

Richo’s comments indicate that Blore for Olam is likely and hopefully some movement on the Nofoaluma front or elsewhere in regards to deadwood.

given his prioritisation of pathways I’m very interested to see who the development spot is handed to. exciting week ahead.

Re. Noffa, that would cap a great off season if we can get rid of him. Hopefully a couple more signings to strengthen the side for 2024. Everything is looking positive….for the first time in a decade.

 

[Roar_Power]

I don’t see Sullivan lasting 2 seasons with us, let alone 4. He will be the first to go given the strength of our halves stocks.

 

[cqtiger]

I’ll take a plunge and say that Bud will play more games as our half next year than Sezer.

 

[Todd Packer]

Can we watch Sullivan, Fainu and Galvin play this season before deciding who should be shipped off.
Saints moved Hunt to hooker to get Bud in the team at half, so they must've had an opinion of him.
Can we give the kid a chance to play a game before writing him off as surplus.

 

[Camel2281]

I dont … come 2025 I see Da Silva as the full time 14 to blood him to take over from Api 2027…

Sullivan could be moved on come 2025 if he doesn’t outplay Fainu

A specialist 9 on the bench is a complete waste in the modern game

 

[Camel2281]

Pezet as an example for Melbourne is not costing them 500k like Sullivan would be costing us if he doesn't get a run in 2025
Also think we need to be blooding TDS to take over the 14

TDS has a big future but there's still no rush with him and a specialist 9 on the bench completely hamstrings a team in the modern game

 

[The_Patriot]

I’ll take a plunge and say that Bud will play more games as our half next year than Sezer.

Agreed

 

[boonboon]

When people say too many halves we need to remember our starting halves played 22 games between then last year while Will Smith and Brandon Wakeham combined for 19. Depth is so important and as such I am more then happy to have Laui, Sullivan and Fainu at the club.

 

[Magpie_Magic]

TDS has a big future but there's still no rush with him and a specialist 9 on the bench completely hamstrings a team in the modern game

Not sure.

Depending on player and tactics it could be a revelation and give an edge.

 

[Todd Packer]

I've watched Sezer the last couple of years in Super League.
He really doesn't do much. He's a steadying influence with a decent kicking game.
If Sullivan proves himself and looks comfortable I can see him taking over the show after about 10 rounds.

 

[Coastie_Tiger]

I think Bud plays a big part next season hopefully he can outplay Sezer puts us in a strong position. If one or both of the young halves put their hand up in the next year or 2 Bud could be the quality utility off the bench.
But would he be satisfied with that who know's, then there's Da Silva we have to bring him along at some point but you really need that utility on the bench as opposed to a specialist 9.

 

[Tom Shines]

A specialist 9 on the bench is a complete waste in the modern game

Time will tell buddy….

 

[Camel2281]

Time will tell buddy….

FWIW I am a big fan of TDS but don't think it helps team balance him being on the bench and playing 10 minutes. His development is better served playing 80 mins a week against men in Cup