If anyone watched the Residents game (ISP State of Origin) we had Garner, Felise and Bailey Sironen playing for NSW. Although Bailey didn't get much time (or any according to Blocker's commentary), I thought Garner in particular was strong and certainly looks a quality proposition. I know there was talk from some who thought he might be elevated to an NRL contract - that to me looks a good option for next season. As for JJF he looked pretty decent but wasn't the pick of the forwards honestly.
Garner ran hard and defended strongly, played long minutes and scored a good try runnning a nice line. I think he'd step up and maybe a shot at NRL will bring out more enthusiasm and hunger in him. If we don't sign him someone else will certainly pinch him from us.
What's wrong with clearing Curtis Sironen from our books and replacing him with Garner onto the top 30 before June 30? Garner could be signed for the rest of this season on a relatively small retainer which would increase next season depending on his performance in first grade this season?