Signings, Suggestions & Rumours Discussion

liltiger said:
True that seems to be the attitude today but totally disagree regarding that's how things are done. There is no way Large demands a first grade spot from Ivan Cleary, Wayne Bennett, Shane Flannaghan, Trent Robinson, Todd Payton and esp Craig Belamy. Each one of them would have told him to pack his bags like Richo did. His management saw us as a soft touch just like previous years. He left us to go to Manly who allowed it by promising him a first grade spot. The entitlement is astounding and can lead to major problems down the line. It's a shame to lose a talented junior but I totally back the club on this the players and managers cannot be allowed to dictate terms. It's a line in the sand moment from us that we should have done when Moses was whining he wanted out.
Click to expand...
I don't think Large has demanded a first grade spot and I very much doubt Manly would as he isn't going to overtake DCE, Brooks or Tom any time soon and the CEO comments were about securing the spine of the future.
The clause request is very much a reasonable one in my opinion. Why would he want to commit long term if Galvin also does? Also, Why would we want him long term if Galvin does choose to stay? He seemed willing to stay but self aware enough to know he was likely 2nd fiddle, without adding the likes of Fainu and Sullivan to the conversation.
I'm all for standing up to unreasonable demands. I'm not convinced this was one.
 
gregjm87 said:
I don't think Large has demanded a first grade spot and I very much doubt Manly would as he isn't going to overtake DCE, Brooks or Tom any time soon and the CEO comments were about securing the spine of the future.
The clause request is very much a reasonable one in my opinion. Why would he want to commit long term if Galvin also does? Also, Why would we want him long term if Galvin does choose to stay? He seemed willing to stay but self aware enough to know he was likely 2nd fiddle, without adding the likes of Fainu and Sullivan to the conversation.
I'm all for standing up to unreasonable demands. I'm not convinced this was one.
Click to expand...
I think it was very unreasonable. It'd be like interviewing someone for a senior management position and having them say they'll take the job if they're guaranteed the next promotion. They would be out the door in quick time.
 
gregjm87 said:
I don't think Large has demanded a first grade spot and I very much doubt Manly would as he isn't going to overtake DCE, Brooks or Tom any time soon and the CEO comments were about securing the spine of the future.
The clause request is very much a reasonable one in my opinion. Why would he want to commit long term if Galvin also does? Also, Why would we want him long term if Galvin does choose to stay? He seemed willing to stay but self aware enough to know he was likely 2nd fiddle, without adding the likes of Fainu and Sullivan to the conversation.
I'm all for standing up to unreasonable demands. I'm not convinced this was one.
Click to expand...
Are you saying he should have been promised the spot without earning it , who the hell does he and his management think they are to put forward such demands , i say good riddance
 
BlackWhiteGold said:
I can come up with some theories & my latest is Bateman & Naden to Manly.

1 - Generational talent Large (akin to a Top 4 AFL draft pick so has high value IMO) released to Manly.
2 - Bateman managed by Isaac Moses, Seibold’s manager.
3 - Bateman recruited to WT by Sheens & Warren Macdonnell. WMac now Manly’s recuitment manager.
4 - Manly could use another backrower.
5 - Naden recruited by WMac to WT too. Would be good depth there.

Who is with me?
Click to expand...
and who are we getting in return
 
mtd#2 said:
people wanting bateman to leave, have you seen the depth of our forwards?
Like it or not, we need him at this point in time.
Click to expand...

Warrington running third too, knocked off St Helens
Last week. Probably good he got away 4 a bit 2 B fair
 
  • Like
Reactions: 851
BlackWhiteGold said:
I can come up with some theories & my latest is Bateman & Naden to Manly.

1 - Generational talent Large (akin to a Top 4 AFL draft pick so has high value IMO) released to Manly.
2 - Bateman managed by Isaac Moses, Seibold’s manager.
3 - Bateman recruited to WT by Sheens & Warren Macdonnell. WMac now Manly’s recuitment manager.
4 - Manly could use another backrower.
5 - Naden recruited by WMac to WT too. Would be good depth there.

Who is with me?
Click to expand...
Talk about making lemonade out of lemons. I like this alot
 
balmain boy said:
We came last in almost every grade. Have very very few players with any athletic ability and the best athlete the club has ever produced leaves at the age of 17 before we even get to give them a shot
Click to expand...
No.

We didn't.

Wests didn't in; Matts (2nd), Ball (8th) or Flegg (7th); in a season where all our best juniors were playing well above their age category, far more than any other club, hence weakening every grade in the name of experience for the future.

So, unless you want to argue that our focus is in the Balmain Tigers pathways system primarily, then that statement is deliberately misleading and you know that.
 
Kelce68 said:
No.

We didn't.

Wests didn't in; Matts (2nd), Ball (8th) or Flegg (7th); in a season where all our best juniors were playing well above their age category, far more than any other club, hence weakening every grade in the name of experience for the future.

So, unless you want to argue that our focus is in the Balmain Tigers pathways system primarily, then that statement is deliberately misleading and you know that.
Click to expand...
almost
 
user118245 said:
Just seems like a locker room cancer along with his issues with coaching, think seyfarth or Tim J could step into his role and still be good while playing with lots of heart while not being on crazy money
Click to expand...
Yeah I get that vibe from him as well, especially considering how he exited Canberra.
 
weststigerman said:
The Broncos get a well credentialed coach after a failed season, while we continue with a rookie coach and have now hired another one of his mates.

What a crap day.
Click to expand...
A well credentialed coach who lost the sheds and was sacked at his last 2 NRL clubs, I say the Broncos can have him, he is a one trick pony with no plan B, suited to rep quality teams in short doses, like the origin arena
 
Last edited:
851 said:
A well credentialed coach who lost the sheds and was sacked at his last 2 NRL clubs, I say the Broncos can have him, he is a one trick pony with no plan B suited to rep quality teams in short doses, like the origin arena
Click to expand...
And also coaching exclusively against Billy Slater, don't forget that. The only way to get an easier run is to only ever have to coach against Brad Fittler.
 
851 said:
A well credentialed coach who lost the sheds and was sacked at his last 2 NRL clubs, I say the Broncos can have him, he is a one trick pony with no plan B suited to rep quality teams in short doses, like the origin arena
Click to expand...
question about the Broncs is whether their senior players are willing to back Madge.

Carrigan seems readymade for Madgeball, but Haas is unsettled and Reynolds has had major issues with him in the past. makes me a bit unsure.

if they buy in and they have better luck with injuries then I think he will absolutely win them a premiership. there is just too much talent in that side not to get there, but it comes down to buy in.
 
You must log in or register to reply here.

Latest posts

Staff online

Members online

Total: 1,104 (members: 23, guests: 1,081)
Back
Top