TEAM LIST Round 7 vs Parra

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watersider said:
I was cautious against Newcastle and Parra first time round, and still feel doubtful here. Tigers usually stink it up after eventful weeks, ala spoon bowl last year. Parra have a good backline, their forwards look a little weak, particularly our former tiger second row. You'd think if we play composed organised football that we should have enough, but we've seen that situation before.

It would be really good for the club if we could win this and doueihi plays well. I think playing him at halfback puts him in a distribution role which I like. His trouble in the past in the halves was getting a bit confused and hogging the ball too much, a bit like Galvin. He seems a different player this year, much smarter and playing for the team. I hope it continues.

You'd think they'd be vulnerable on the edges with their second rowers who don't like tackling so hopefully lots of balls to samuela and Bula out wide.

Nervous about Naden, but hopefully the reports of improved attitude come true.

I like laulilii on the wing, even if he has a few errors in him.
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Each game this year has offered a different test for Benji. This one will be all about making sure our players stay focused on the game plan and stay composed despite the emotion of this week.
 
BlackWhiteGold said:
Each game this year has offered a different test for Benji. This one will be all about making sure our players stay focused on the game plan and stay composed despite the emotion of this week.
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Our teams effort has been great so far this season and that is now showing signs of improved yardage and better defensive line speed.
I think our forward pack at full strength is vastly under rated and we’re as dominant as I have seen in recent memory against the Knights.
I can see no reason why this cannot be repeated against the Eels and if that happens I’m expecting a similar result as what we had last week.
 
Milky said:
I feel like our clunky attack last week had something to do with the Galvin situation being known to the players

Keen to see them rip in this week, I hope we can get a win.
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How do you explain 2016-24?

Our attacks been putrid since a young Brooks, Moses & Teddy were firing for a short period.
 
Vicious said:
Our teams effort has been great so far this season and that is now showing signs of improved yardage and better defensive line speed.
I think our forward pack at full strength is vastly under rated and we’re as dominant as I have seen in recent memory against the Knights.
I can see no reason why this cannot be repeated against the Eels and if that happens I’m expecting a similar result as what we had last week.
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We can’t be complacent as Newcastle were Z grade bad last week.
 
Spartan117 said:
Mitch Moses Named for the eels

What a coincidence, I hate that guy
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Ironic that Isaac Moses' biggest recent client got dumped because of the manager's manoeuvres, and arguably Isaac Moses' biggest money spinner, his cousin [This word has been automatically removed] Moses, returns for the same match.
 
So what does the AD/Galvin shuffle mean on the paddock?

Galvin to Cup and AD into the halves is a significant shift in team dynamics and strategy. The big unknown this week is how the team dynamics will be affected.

Sidelining Galvin has emphasised the team first approach that Benji is trying to build. However, there is also the possibility that elements of the playing group ostracising Galvin have had a negative effect on team harmony; e.g., how is Bula affected by the turmoil. This is something Benji will need to address today. Putting that intangible aspect aside let's look at what AD brings to the party.

AD has long been seen, by some, as one of our most talented players — big body, strong running game, a big boot, and plenty of confidence. Others, including myself, have concerns about his defensive ability and commitment. Having said that his performances, so far in 2025, have been sound.

My biggest concern is that AD is pretty one-dimensional and it won't take long for the defence to start reading him. His tendency to run first, and the lack of subtlety in his passing game are his key weaknesses. Luai will need to be at his creative best to counter this.

His physicality and direct running game should result in a simple, more structured and assertive attacking approach. This change compliments Romey's playmaking abilities, potentially resulting in a more balanced halves partnership than we have seen with Galvin.

AD has a big, but sometimes inaccurate boot. When he's on, he can relieve pressure through 40/20s, pin opponents deep and help us win the field position battle. However, when his kicking game is off it is usually very off. Let's trust that last week was his off game!

This week I expect that AD will be asked to play a simple power-based structure in support of his edge. If Luai and Api manage the tempo of the game AD should be able to pick his moments.

AD as a half is a high-risk, high-reward play. IF he brings intensity, aggression, and his big boot he will be a great asset. If the other AD turns up Moses will carve him up.
 
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