OFFICIAL Jeral Skelton #294


Jeral will be motivated to cement a spot in first grade, an opportunity he didn't get at the dogs behind some good players. He can take dirty hitups and score length of field tries, our attack should be vastly improved this season. I can also see Kaito's point of shifting him to centre to get his hands on the ball more but you don't weaken one position to strengthen another. See how he goes on the wing and stick to our promise of starting Turuva at centre.
 
upthetigers said:

Jeral will be motivated to cement a spot in first grade, an opportunity he didn't get at the dogs behind some good players. He can take dirty hitups and score length of field tries, our attack should be vastly improved this season. I can also see Kaito's point of shifting him to centre to get his hands on the ball more but you don't weaken one position to strengthen another. See how he goes on the wing and stick to our promise of starting Turuva at centre.
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I understand Jeral ran for 200 metres plus a game last year on the wing. We have really lacked that kind of impact from our back 3 since I don't know when. I also read with interest Kaito's input re Jeral's Rugby 7's exploits in the centres. Lets face it with Jeral and Turuva we have more options for our backline this year. We should gain much improved field position to start our sets, as well as having better finishers to rack up some more points.
This really means that our former backline aspirants such as AD, To'a, Staines, Feledy and Naden need to raise the bar if they want to play NRL. Things will only get tougher for these guys when the Big Mac is unleashed upon an unsuspecting competition after round 10.
 
BunganHead Tiger said:
I understand Jeral ran for 200 metres plus a game last year on the wing. We have really lacked that kind of impact from our back 3 since I don't know when. I also read with interest Kaito's input re Jeral's Rugby 7's exploits in the centres. Lets face it with Jeral and Turuva we have more options for our backline this year. We should gain much improved field position to start our sets, as well as having better finishers to rack up some more points.
This really means that our former backline aspirants such as AD, To'a, Staines, Feledy and Naden need to raise the bar if they want to play NRL. Things will only get tougher for these guys when the Big Mac is unleashed upon an unsuspecting competition after round 10.
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There needs to be competition for spots it's this way with all successful teams. That's why I'm happy to have AD, Staines & Naden in the top 30 they're good depth.
 
Spartan117 said:
Skelton is one of the players I am most looking forward to seeing flourish here at the tigers.

Tons of upside.

Has all the ingredients to become a weapon.
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I agree you need the entire 17 to be on their game but I think Luai, May & Skelton will be our best come season end.

@Kaito you watch rugby bro did you see him in rugby 7s?
 
BunganHead Tiger said:
I understand Jeral ran for 200 metres plus a game last year on the wing. We have really lacked that kind of impact from our back 3 since I don't know when. I also read with interest Kaito's input re Jeral's Rugby 7's exploits in the centres. Lets face it with Jeral and Turuva we have more options for our backline this year. We should gain much improved field position to start our sets, as well as having better finishers to rack up some more points.
This really means that our former backline aspirants such as AD, To'a, Staines, Feledy and Naden need to raise the bar if they want to play NRL. Things will only get tougher for these guys when the Big Mac is unleashed upon an unsuspecting competition after round 10.
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Our biggest weakness in 2024 were points conceded and the inability to get out of our own half. I’d like to see how Skelton goes at centre as well (particularly defensively). However at this stage I think Jeral needs to cement a wing spot and continue to make those high metres getting us into good field position. And we need to find a good defensive centre. Not sure if Starford To’a is that guy or not.
 
upthetigers said:
I agree you need the entire 17 to be on their game but I think Luai, May & Skelton will be our best come season end.

@Kaito you watch rugby bro did you see him in rugby 7s?
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Saw him a lot in 7's. Watched him closely he's an
incredible athlete. Can't wait 2 see what he can do
for us. He's gifted, still young. Looking 4 that chance
that benji gave him to start and own the jersey. Love it
 
Tigerwould said:
Our biggest weakness in 2024 were points conceded and the inability to get out of our own half. I’d like to see how Skelton goes at centre as well (particularly defensively). However at this stage I think Jeral needs to cement a wing spot and continue to make those high metres getting us into good field position. And we need to find a good defensive centre. Not sure if Starford To’a is that guy or not.
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Good attack will limit the amount of times we defend also …

The better our kicking game, meters gained, points scored and completions the less defensive workload we have.

Not many teams win games with a 60% completion rate unless you’re storm or Penrith
 
Kaito said:
Saw him a lot in 7's. Watched him closely he's an
incredible athlete. Can't wait 2 see what he can do
for us. He's gifted, still young. Looking 4 that chance
that benji gave him to start and own the jersey. Love it
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Yes this is what I think people forget. He was a 7’s star before he transitioned to league. I think he could easily make a name for himself as a centre, still gotta prove himself tho
 
Speed2burn said:
Yes this is what I think people forget. He was a 7’s star before he transitioned to league. I think he could easily make a name for himself as a centre, still gotta prove himself tho
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Your username used to always give me the shits because the tigers had no speed 2 burn. Now we do buddy. I would be interested in knowing who the fastest players are at the club.
 
upthetigers said:
Your username used to always give me the shits because the tigers had no speed 2 burn. Now we do buddy. I would be interested in knowing who the fastest players are at the club.
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Bula would get my pick. He has an effortless glide similar to hammer

Skelton would be good over short bursts but his bigger frame would slow him down

Staines, T’oa, Turuva seem pretty quick also

Someone outta that bunch
 
Speed2burn said:
Bula would get my pick. He has an effortless glide similar to hammer

Skelton would be good over short bursts but his bigger frame would slow him down

Staines, T’oa, Turuva seem pretty quick also

Someone outta that bunch
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More than anything WT finally have a backline that has pace pretty much throughout the line up and alternate options. Fantastic
 
I don't think Kiraz or that guy with headgear is in
front of him. Gus dropped the ball with him, honestly
 
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