Seven tigers players invited to "Blues in waiting" camp.

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Deano1

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Just read this article on the tigers site about the future blues program Ricky Stuarts got up and running.

There's seven Wests Tigers players on the list. Unfortunately I'm too technologically challenged to copy over the article. Maybe somebody with a bit more computer literacy than me could post it up.

Deano1 :sign:
 
Sorry, I should have at least listed the players:
1.Galloway
2.Fififa. A.
3.Woods
4.Dwyer
5.Heighnington
6.Moltzen
7.Ayshford.

Interesting.
 
Interesting indeed, the lack of Farah and Lawrence suggests it's a squad for the future (beyond 2011) but the inclusion of Heighington would suggest otherwise.
 
I think it's a squad that is unlikely to get picked this year, but are on the fringe. I hate to say it, but I don't think heino will ever make the squad unless he goes to another level. NSW have some cracking options in the 2nd row.

Lawrence and Farah are probably almost certainies to at least make the training squad.
 
Aaron Woods must be quite a good player to have made the squad without any first grade experience.
Will definately need to keep an eye on the 20s this year.
Glad that Dwyer is in the mix he thouroughly deserves it.
I think Heino shot himself in the foot with all this talk of playing for England and questioning why he wasnt in the side. Those sort of capers tend to leave you on the outer with selectors which is a shame.
 
Heres the full squad:
Squad: Aiden Tolman, Jamal Idris, Josh Jackson, Kris Keating, Trent Hodkinson, Aidan Sezer, Josh Morris (Bulldogs), Blake Ferguson, Josh Dugan, Jarrod Croker, Josh McCrone, Joel Thompson, Alan Tongue, Drury Low (Raiders), Tariq Sims (Cowboys), Matt Prior, Jamie Soward, Cameron King (Dragons), Tim Mannah, Joel Reddy (Eels), Cory Paterson, Jarrod Mullen, Akuila Uate (Knights), Tony Williams, Will Hopoate (Sea Eagles), Tim Grant, Lachlan Coote (Panthers), Mitch Aubusson, Boyd Cordner, Kane Linnett, Joseph Leilua (Roosters), Luke Douglas, Kade Snowden, Albert Kelly, Stewart Mills, Nathan Gardner (Sharks), Dylan Farrell, Nathan Merritt (Rabbitohs), Mitch Johnson, Dane Chisholm, Beau Champion (Storm), Ryan James, Mark Minichiello, Kevin Gordon (Titans), Keith Galloway, Andrew Fifita, Aaron Woods, Simon Dwyer, Chris Heighington, Tim Moltzen, Blake Ayshford (Tigers).
 
It's a pretty broad ranging squad. There's guys in there that have played origin before, and then players like Woods that haven't cracked first grade yet.

I wonder what position they're thinking of as far Moltzen is concerned, maybe the now compulsory "utility" spot.

Fraze, I agree about Heighno's comments probably not helping his cause, but when you look at Gallen and Birds wrap sheets surely Heighno's not even in the same ball-park. Obviously blues management are very forgiving people! :slight_smile:
 
Good to see so many Tigers named. The fact that Farah and Lawrence were not named suggests they will be very strong chances to make this year's squad provided they are in form.
 
SEVEN TIGERS PLAYERS NAMED IN "BLUES IN WAITING" SQUAD
13/01/2011 4:15:06 PM

Seven Wests Tigers players have been named in a 51 man squad for a “Blues in Waiting” camp at Homebush in January next week.

Keith Galloway, Andrew Fifita, Aaron Woods, Simon Dwyer, Chris Heighington, Tim Moltzen and Blake Ayshford will attend a three-day camp which will begin Friday January 21 at 3pm and will conclude Sunday January 23 at 11am.

NSW Blues Coach Ricky Stuart said one of the main objectives of the camp is to have players eligible for NSW Origin aware of pathways for selection and have some further knowledge regarding the tradition and history of State of Origin Rugby League.

“I am of firm belief that Origin victories are built on the culture and attitude of players and their desire to have respect for the NSW jumper,” Stuart said.

“I am fully aware of the differences required for players to adapt to Origin football as compared to the weekly grind of the premiership and hopefully with these players we can make a difference at Origin time.

“Many of the players have progressed from very successful junior representative sides for New South Wales and into NRL teams and we believe they have the ability to progress further into senior Origin teams.

“One of the key messages for our “Blues in Waiting” squad members will be that all they can do is prepare and be ready for when this time arrives.”

The players will be put through some individual testing at the New South Wales Institute of Sport and one skill/drill session on the Saturday 21st at Homebush.
 
@hammertime said:
I think it's a squad that is unlikely to get picked this year, but are on the fringe. I hate to say it, but I don't think heino will ever make the squad unless he goes to another level. NSW have some cracking options in the 2nd row.

Lawrence and Farah are probably almost certainies to at least make the training squad.
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Not so Sure - Why would you drop Timmy Mannah. One of the few Eels that played and actually put in every game for them. His Debut in Game 3 was pretty good as well.

Highno is an Honest player - It's unfortunate that the Game is seeing a swarm of 2nd rowers for him to compete with for rep Spots. I reckon that if he gets a Blue jersey he will absolutely Kill it.
 
at least rhino is being acknowledged for a possible selection…
fifita will be there in the next few years for sure.
just hoping that this cements spots for lawrence and farah..
 
A fitting reward for thier efforts in 2010….

I agree with some, I cant see Heighington getting in the 17, but at least he has been acknowledge as a quality player. I hope he goes on and plays out his career at the Tigers, and maybe one day we might see the 'c' beside his name? I can see Heighington getting an Australian Jumper before a NSW Jumper. (I know which one I'd prefer)

Interesting to see Ayshford named, but as Redemption aluded to, NSW a very light on for Right Centres, so anything can happen with Injuries...

Gota feel for Bryce Gibbs, but again its clear why he isnt in the mix. Another boy who hopefully can see out his career with the Tigers.

Will Fifita play for the Blues or do you think he will opt out to play for New Zealand?
 
@Tiger Watto said:
A fitting reward for thier efforts in 2010….

I agree with some, I cant see Heighington getting in the 17, but at least he has been acknowledge as a quality player. I hope he goes on and plays out his career at the Tigers, and maybe one day we might see the 'c' beside his name? I can see Heighington getting an Australian Jumper before a NSW Jumper. (I know which one I'd prefer)

Interesting to see Ayshford named, but as Redemption aluded to, NSW a very light on for Right Centres, so anything can happen with Injuries...

Gota feel for Bryce Gibbs, but again its clear why he isnt in the mix. Another boy who hopefully can see out his career with the Tigers.

**Will Fifita play for the Blues or do you think he will opt out to play for New Zealand?**
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hopefuly this acknowledgement is enough to keep him devoted to nsw and australia
 
ricky tried to sign woods in 2008, he told him if he went to the sharks he would blood him in first grade in 2009 and be a permanent in 2010.

luckily for us he stayed put because if he has an injury free year he has first grade written all over him
 
The Chris Lawrence omission is interesting for me still.

Let me ask - Who are the other contenders out there for Left Centre???
 
@Spartan117 said:
The Chris Lawrence omission is interesting for me still.

Let me ask - Who are the other contenders out there for Left Centre???
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The fact that Ayshford was named basically confirms that Lawrence is considered 'too good' for the blue in waiting camp. He is surely being seriously considered for his Origin debut.
 
Hi all, first time poster here. Pleased to meet you.

I saw this list yesterday and I must admit it didn't blow me away. Nice to see seven Tigers on it (equal most for any club I believe) but the fact that it mixes youth and experience slightly detracted from the impact. As noted, it's going to take a catastrophe for No. 13 to get a blues call-up so including him here seems more like a pat on the back for a good season. Also, how exactly is Stuart going to get a better assessment of his options by "narrowing down" the list to 50+ than he is just by general scouting?

Anyway, maybe that's just me: I'm an immigrant so in some ways I don't want to see Tigers get rep calls. Nice for the guys involved but the risk of injury and added cost at next contract time doesn't fill me with joy.
 
@Centaur said:
@Spartan117 said:
The Chris Lawrence omission is interesting for me still.

Let me ask - Who are the other contenders out there for Left Centre???

The fact that Ayshford was named basically confirms that Lawrence is considered 'too good' for the blue in waiting camp. He is surely being seriously considered for his Origin debut.
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Agree. I think it's actually a great sign as to Rowdy's pending selection.

Ricky might be someone who respects the Tigers guys, unlike Snozza Daley. Farah and Lawrence should definitely get a run this year.
 
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