hammertime
Well-known member
We need to start exploring options of spine players in centre/wing. It's where teddy started and it's where we struggle.
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He’s short, but have you seen the physique on him ?Not big enough. Could argue that Hodgo was only tiny but the game has changed so much since he was on the park.
I’m sure he is strong and tough and I truely hope he is the next big thing but I won’t be putting my money on it happening.He’s short, but have you seen the physique on him ?
His arms are bigger than Hodgo’s legs.
Fair enough, he’s the only 18 year old that I saw score an individual try throughout the trials and it wasn’t just his try, he always lays the game at high speed which is a rare trait.I’m sure he is strong and tough and I truely hope he is the next big thing but I won’t be putting my money on it happening.
Interesting to see if people commenting about Mason's size, of all critiques, would say the same thing about, say, a Papenhuyzen for example.
He's a smaller player, Heath, but there's plenty of similar stature playing, or have played, plenty of nrl.
I don't think his size will necessarily be the thing that holds him back if he does kick on and develop well.
Jye Gray who is the next big thing at the Rabbitohs is about 10cm shorter and about 10kgs less weight wise.Interesting to see if people commenting about Mason's size, of all critiques, would say the same thing about, say, a Papenhuyzen for example.
He's a smaller player, Heath, but there's plenty of similar stature playing, or have played, plenty of nrl.
I don't think his size will necessarily be the thing that holds him back if he does kick on and develop well.
Get rid of Simplekin asap, not complicated.We already have Simpkin and TDS. No need to make things complicated for the sake of it.
I agree. The 14 IMHO should be able to slot in a few positions if required. Pretty much anywhere in the backline to cover for injury but also have a primary role as a backup dummy half. Mason seems very willing and adds spark.I'm thinking this guy is one of those footballers that will never truly make it but could be a huge asset if used correctly. I reckon we train this guy up at hooker. He then plays 14 covering every position in the backline, gives Api a rest when needed and also provides spark through the middle at lock for small periods.
I hope he does become the next RP. But even RP has struggled due to his size.Interesting to see if people commenting about Mason's size, of all critiques, would say the same thing about, say, a Papenhuyzen for example.
He's a smaller player, Heath, but there's plenty of similar stature playing, or have played, plenty of nrl.
I don't think his size will necessarily be the thing that holds him back if he does kick on and develop well.
I agree he’s not yet ready for week ti week NRL, what 18/19 year old is ?Mason not even remotely close to being ready. Might eventually find his feet, but he currently lacks the physicality or movement on field, looks hesitant and is easily managed by the defence.
Same reason I reckon Feledy wont make NRLNot big enough. Could argue that Hodgo was only tiny but the game has changed so much since he was on the park.
Funny you mention that, I’ve read upteen posts here on how Staines is too small for NRL…Same reason I reckon Feledy wont make NRL
His defence right now is awful. Nowhere near NRL standard. As it stands his only prospect is at FB and even that’s a stretch. He’s got time but he really needs to work on that aspect of his game.Could Mason play centre?
Feledy isn’t short. He needs some bulk but that could happen. I wouldn’t write him off yet.Same reason I reckon Feledy wont make NRL
I agree that I’ve seen a few highlights that indicate he needs to work on his defence, but his high energy and ability in attack is well above average.His defence right now is awful. Nowhere near NRL standard. As it stands his only prospect is at FB and even that’s a stretch. He’s got time but he really needs to work on that aspect of his game.
He looks short. Seems well under the build of an average first grade centre.Feledy isn’t short. He needs some bulk but that could happen. I wouldn’t write him off yet.
Who knows and who cares?Does Mason have the talent of Pap?