Moltzen is a far better option than Anasta. The only three that should be coming into consideration for the 5/8 role are Moltzen, Austin & Sironen, and I'd be tempted to play Sirro in the back row next year.
1. Tedesco 6. Moltzen 7. Brooks
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hybrid_tiger
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6 is Moltzen's position, and the only position he can possibly play. He is not a half, he is not a fullback and he's not a centre.
Would rather him not in the squad at all, but he could be a better option than Braith. :blush:
Would rather him not in the squad at all, but he could be a better option than Braith. :blush:
happy_tiger
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@Eye Of Da Tiger said:
Apart from a couple of seasons when haven't we had halves problems since day one
Wacko_Jacko
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Brooks Partner will be either Moltzen or Anasta. Sironen has been told his moving to back row
supercoach
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The big problem is, if Anasta dosnt get the no6 he will get a backrow gig,because London to a brick he will be in the starting line up.We saw last year that he is no where near what a back rower should be. I just hope Potter gives the three of them a fair shot and goes for the one in the best form come round one.
Moltzen would be my no14,although Iam a big fan of four forwards on the bench. As a starting no6, its going to put massive pressure on Brooks kicking game,where both Anasta and Austen have a kicking game .
Moltzen would be my no14,although Iam a big fan of four forwards on the bench. As a starting no6, its going to put massive pressure on Brooks kicking game,where both Anasta and Austen have a kicking game .
PYMBLEPETE
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Moltzen may well get a game at 6; but it wont be until the back end of the season. We have now seen how long it took both him and Tedesco to get back to anything like good form from an ACL and it aint a short time. Anasta went alright in his outings at 6 so he and Austin will fight it out. Im OK with Anasta.
Eye_of_the_Tiger
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People seem to forget that at one stage last year. Moltzen was our only dangerous player inside the opp 20\. His running game in this area is his real strong point.
Have a look at one of his highlights videos on youtube.
6 is his perfect position
Have a look at one of his highlights videos on youtube.
6 is his perfect position
Yeah? Good..
Moltzen > Anasta.
Also it keeps Sirro is in the backrow which I loved seeing.
I hope Moltz kills it.
Moltzen > Anasta.
Also it keeps Sirro is in the backrow which I loved seeing.
I hope Moltz kills it.
Easy to bag people out from the sidelines. Drives me we nuts.
Opinion is great but remember everyone of us would kill to be in a squad like moltz etc.
What have you achieved.
My morning rant
Opinion is great but remember everyone of us would kill to be in a squad like moltz etc.
What have you achieved.
My morning rant
happy_tiger
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@Spartan117 said:
I'm hoping that if the club is reading ( and we know they are ) that they will see that the fans / members are holding them accountable for their recruitment and retention policies Spartan
And if the players are reading (which they shouldn't be according to the clubs guidelines ) that the constructive criticism will inspire them to make us look like fools with far better performances
Tiger_Watto
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@madunit said:
^^^ This ^^^
I have no doubt 6 is Timmy's best position, but I'm not too sure Timmy at 6 is the best fit for Luke Brooks. Moltzen was apart of 'that' Benji Club and may have the inclination to take too much control and not allow Luke to find his feet.
Braith isn't the best 5/8 running around and is getting a little tired, but I feel he is ideal for young Luke to settle and grow at Halfback for the first 16 weeks of the comp… Play Moltzen & Austin in Reggies until late in the year and then make the call to bring either one of them up if we are in contention in Round 20\. A new spark in attack in the closing rounds could be enough to see us go an extra 1-2 weeks in the comp?!
Juro
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My main concern for the number 6 is giving Brooks the maximum amount of support that he needs. We don't want him having to shoulder too much of the creative work so early in his career. Can Moltzen actually create something or just play a support role?
happy_tiger
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No doubt when Brooks becomes established he will need a running 6 by his side
For the next 12-18 months he will need someone that can take the burden off him when required as he will no doubt struggle with the week in week out intensity of the NRL
I imagine Brooks will float in and out of some games , the mental step up will be enormous in itself , let alone the physical step up
Anasta would be ideal if he could find the form from 4-5 years ago
Personally think sticking Moltzen beside Brooks would be madness , how many games has Moltzen played at 6 2-3 at most ??
Austin is still a rookie and sticking him beside Brooks won't help , actually Brooks might be more advanced than Austin despite Austin's more NRL experience
Our biggest problem in 2014 will be finding the right person for the 6 jersey
Would it be that bad a thing to leave Sironen in the 6 jersey for one more season and have Anasta on the bench to help out if required ??
For the next 12-18 months he will need someone that can take the burden off him when required as he will no doubt struggle with the week in week out intensity of the NRL
I imagine Brooks will float in and out of some games , the mental step up will be enormous in itself , let alone the physical step up
Anasta would be ideal if he could find the form from 4-5 years ago
Personally think sticking Moltzen beside Brooks would be madness , how many games has Moltzen played at 6 2-3 at most ??
Austin is still a rookie and sticking him beside Brooks won't help , actually Brooks might be more advanced than Austin despite Austin's more NRL experience
Our biggest problem in 2014 will be finding the right person for the 6 jersey
Would it be that bad a thing to leave Sironen in the 6 jersey for one more season and have Anasta on the bench to help out if required ??
Austin still being a rookie is part of the attraction for me, no baggage or history with Tigers meaning a completely fresh start for the side.
Plus I've spoken to a few mates who support Panthers, they have been following Austin for a while and rate him highly. Solid defence, great runner of the ball apparently.
Plus I've spoken to a few mates who support Panthers, they have been following Austin for a while and rate him highly. Solid defence, great runner of the ball apparently.
