OFFICIAL Apisai Koroisau #263

[earl]

I don't wanna be relying on Jake Simpkin 🥺

Good point but I think it'll be too much for Api to play 80 minutes each game over the course of the season.

We need Simpkin or Rua for at least 20 minutes a game. That doesn't sound great does it.

 

[twentyforty]

Good point but I think it'll be too much for Api to play 80 minutes each game over the course of the season.

We need Simpkin or Rua for at least 20 minutes a game. That doesn't sound great does it.

Yeh, I’d play Api off the bench, give him the back 60.

 

[earl]

Yeh, I’d play Api off the bench, give him the back 60.

That is what they were doing at Penrith wasn't it. It's not a bad idea but I can't see the captain not starting the game.

 

[Jedi_Tiger]

If Api plays 80 mins you can have Joffa and Twal on the bench to go into rotation with klemmer and Stef that makes a good rotation.
Still leaves 2 spots one for a utility type of player.
It is Sheens you never know he could run with Staines

 

[Demps]

Good point but I think it'll be too much for Api to play 80 minutes each game over the course of the season.

We need Simpkin or Rua for at least 20 minutes a game. That doesn't sound great does it.

Probably Will Smith when permitted.

Da'Silva up next 🔥

 

[barnzee]

I don't wanna be relying on Jake Simpkin 🥺

Well you might have to I’ve heard api already picked up an injury

 

[Tiger_Fanatic3]

Well you might have to I’ve heard api already picked up an injury

Can you elaborate on that more and I'll see if yours matches mine ..

 

[barnzee]

Can you elaborate on that more and I'll see if yours matches mine ..

I think a minor calf strain but not too sure

 

[sleeve]

If Api plays 80 mins you can have Joffa and Twal on the bench to go into rotation with klemmer and Stef that makes a good rotation.
Still leaves 2 spots one for a utility type of player.
It is Sheens you never know he could run with Staines

Depending on future performance, but i think Stains will be on the wing, Laurie at fullback. If one of the halves goes down, Laurie to half and Stains to fullback. Maybe Tupou, or Reilley on bench to cover the backline. Just a guess.

 

[Halbrowne61]

Good call re Api as captain
Strange no vice captain or dual captain Where does that leave:
Brooks - No certainty past 2024 unless linked with Moses. Very quiet personality to be named captain
Douihie - No certainty to be here beyond 2024 in the halves. Came out and said wants captaincy and overlooked
Joffa - Maybe not a starter in 2023 hence not a captain, perhaps a bench forward

Looks like Api plays 80 minutes in 2023 ?

Doubt he’ll play 80 given how effective the Penrith plan was last year.
Can still be captain without playing 80 mins, I’m sure vice captain (s) to be named shortly.
As I said earlier Douhei being made to work for what he wants, Joffa bench and Moses 24, if at all. Brooks never a chance.

 

[Tiger_Fanatic3]

I think a minor calf strain but not too sure

Nah think you're referring to Joffa.
He's been dealing with a calf complaint through preseason
To'a has also been on restricted duties through preseason.

 

[Flippedy]

Nothing against Api - just always feels weird to me when first season players get made captain. In any sport.

Yes have to agree with this. I thought Joffa deserved it more.

 

[Harvey]

He swore that he was going to repeat Penrith’s feats with us.

If he fails it is all on him.




& Brooks



&Sheens

 

[hammertime]

Great choice. Said all the right things as a captain in the video on the website.

 

[barnzee]

Nah think you're referring to Joffa.
He's been dealing with a calf complaint through preseason
To'a has also been on restricted duties through preseason.

I’m pretty sure I’m talking about Api , check the team list today at 4

 

[Halbrowne61]

It’ll take the pressure of Moses this year and he can just concentrate on creating a a good halves partnership with AD.

Imo no Moses this year, maybe 24 on but getting a little late for an announcement for 23.

 

[Glenji95]

Good point but I think it'll be too much for Api to play 80 minutes each game over the course of the season.

We need Simpkin or Rua for at least 20 minutes a game. That doesn't sound great does it.

No it doesn’t. Api has never been an 80 minute hooker always been the downfall for him but he is still a good player and hooker. Simpkin most likely gets the spot for now to cover him but he really isn’t that great. Don’t see him at the club after his contract is up after next year he’s ok but not great. Will never be a big hooker in the game.

 

[Tiger_Fanatic3]

Personally would have liked Joffa to get the nod, always seemed like he was leading the pack every game and undoubtedly had his best season to date. Also seems he genuinely loves putting the jersey on, wore it with respect compared to some other players on the team. But Api is a good choice. 4 grand finals, 3 wins and rep experience, hard to argue with that tho.

 

[Glenji95]

Personally would have liked Joffa to get the nod, always seemed like he was leading the pack every game and undoubtedly had his best season to date. Also seems he genuinely loves putting the jersey on, wore it with respect compared to some other players on the team. But Api is a good choice. 4 grand finals, 3 wins and rep experience, hard to argue with that tho.

Joffa or AD would be Captain while Api has a rest. Whoever gets it would be a good chance for them even if it is just for 20 minutes.

 

[happy_tiger]

Do you think he had fingers crossed under the table muttering "believe in yourself Alex, you've got this" ? 😂

And practicising his post match interviews ......YES