doublesonthemain
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@Geo. said:
The Cowboys have put in a good squad but they have great stability through their club and their recent history in terms of premiership footy success is impressive.
Squad for the Auckland 9's
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The Cowboys have put in a good squad but they have great stability through their club and their recent history in terms of premiership footy success is impressive.
League: NRL sends warning letter about player behaviour to clubs ahead of Nines
9:06 AM Wednesday Feb 3, 2016
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The NRL Integrity Unit has issued clubs with a letter warning them about expectations around player behaviour, in the wake of recent off-field scandals. Photo/Getty.
The NRL Integrity Unit has issued clubs with a letter warning them about expectations around player behaviour, in the wake of recent off-field scandals. Photo/Getty.
The head of the NRL's Integrity Unit has issued a warning to the 288 players that are participating in this weekend's Downer NRL Auckland Nines at Eden Park in the wake of recent off-field scandals.
Sydney's Daily Telegraph reports that Nick Weeks emailed a letter to chief executives of the 16 clubs yesterday to remind them that their players will be under the spotlight following last week's Mitchell Pearce scandal and the drama that occurred during last weekend's Queensland Rookies camp, which saw Cronulla's Valentine Holmes and Melbourne's Cameron Munster receive 12-month State of Origin bans.
A copy of the email was leaked to the Daily Telegraph last night, and reportedly details how every team will have a security guard accompanying them 24-7.
"After a generally positive off-season we are working through some recent incidents of player misconduct that are damaging to the game," wrote Weeks.
"At the December meeting we discussed the importance of avoiding any off-field incidents during the Auckland 9s.
"I want to enlist the support of each of you to ensure the behaviour of your players and staff is impeccable.
"We have delivered this message to NRL staff travelling to Auckland.
"Please ensure the NRL's expectations are understood by your players and staff travelling to Auckland."
Furthermore, every club will have the assistance of an off-duty New Zealand policeman on hand at evening functions and team dinners.
It is expected most clubs will place curfews on their players in a bid to ensure there are no major late night incidents.
"These liaison officers will stay with your team and provide helpful local knowledge and contacts," Weeks said.
"But ultimately the onus is on each Club to put in place sensible measures to reduce the risk of any player or official misconduct."
Weeks' warning reportedly followed discussions with Australian Rugby League Commission Chairman John Grant, who is said to be furious with the recent scandals that have enveloped the game.
Holmes was tipped to be one of the tournament's star attractions but was withdrawn from the Sharks squad as punishment for his bad behaviour while in Brisbane at the emerging Maroons Origin camp.
The 20-year-old was fined $1412 for obstructing police and causing a public nuisance at a taxi rank at 4:45am on Sunday.
Munster was handed his Origin ban solely for breaking curfew, but the 21-year-old fullback will still accompany the side to Auckland.
http://www.nzherald.co.nz/sport/news/article.cfm?c_id=4&objectid=11583866
9:06 AM Wednesday Feb 3, 2016
Rugby League
The NRL Integrity Unit has issued clubs with a letter warning them about expectations around player behaviour, in the wake of recent off-field scandals. Photo/Getty.
The NRL Integrity Unit has issued clubs with a letter warning them about expectations around player behaviour, in the wake of recent off-field scandals. Photo/Getty.
The head of the NRL's Integrity Unit has issued a warning to the 288 players that are participating in this weekend's Downer NRL Auckland Nines at Eden Park in the wake of recent off-field scandals.
Sydney's Daily Telegraph reports that Nick Weeks emailed a letter to chief executives of the 16 clubs yesterday to remind them that their players will be under the spotlight following last week's Mitchell Pearce scandal and the drama that occurred during last weekend's Queensland Rookies camp, which saw Cronulla's Valentine Holmes and Melbourne's Cameron Munster receive 12-month State of Origin bans.
A copy of the email was leaked to the Daily Telegraph last night, and reportedly details how every team will have a security guard accompanying them 24-7.
"After a generally positive off-season we are working through some recent incidents of player misconduct that are damaging to the game," wrote Weeks.
"At the December meeting we discussed the importance of avoiding any off-field incidents during the Auckland 9s.
"I want to enlist the support of each of you to ensure the behaviour of your players and staff is impeccable.
"We have delivered this message to NRL staff travelling to Auckland.
"Please ensure the NRL's expectations are understood by your players and staff travelling to Auckland."
Furthermore, every club will have the assistance of an off-duty New Zealand policeman on hand at evening functions and team dinners.
It is expected most clubs will place curfews on their players in a bid to ensure there are no major late night incidents.
"These liaison officers will stay with your team and provide helpful local knowledge and contacts," Weeks said.
"But ultimately the onus is on each Club to put in place sensible measures to reduce the risk of any player or official misconduct."
Weeks' warning reportedly followed discussions with Australian Rugby League Commission Chairman John Grant, who is said to be furious with the recent scandals that have enveloped the game.
Holmes was tipped to be one of the tournament's star attractions but was withdrawn from the Sharks squad as punishment for his bad behaviour while in Brisbane at the emerging Maroons Origin camp.
The 20-year-old was fined $1412 for obstructing police and causing a public nuisance at a taxi rank at 4:45am on Sunday.
Munster was handed his Origin ban solely for breaking curfew, but the 21-year-old fullback will still accompany the side to Auckland.
http://www.nzherald.co.nz/sport/news/article.cfm?c_id=4&objectid=11583866
fergiefurr
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ok so seems pretty obvious we're competing for second spot with the knights and panthers. to me the panthers have taken a very strong side too.be surprised if we get out of the group
balmain boy
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There's 2 things which wins you matches in 9's (and 7s etc). Defence, and not making errors.
You can have teams with great players, but just 2-3 dropped balls or forced passes in your own half can give the opposition the territory they need and to score, sometimes very quickly, and this can create an insurmountable lead.
If you've only got small fast guys out there, or the team has poor communication you'll have no chance. You need to be able to hold off the opposition for a few sets on your line, the majority of the time, but sure inevitably in 9s the opposition will score given enough possession and territory.
If we can nail these 2 things we've got a shot at coming 2nd i reckon. The Cowboys have too many experienced players to make the number of mistakes we'd need to beat them. The other teams have more youth which gives us a better chance.
You can have teams with great players, but just 2-3 dropped balls or forced passes in your own half can give the opposition the territory they need and to score, sometimes very quickly, and this can create an insurmountable lead.
If you've only got small fast guys out there, or the team has poor communication you'll have no chance. You need to be able to hold off the opposition for a few sets on your line, the majority of the time, but sure inevitably in 9s the opposition will score given enough possession and territory.
If we can nail these 2 things we've got a shot at coming 2nd i reckon. The Cowboys have too many experienced players to make the number of mistakes we'd need to beat them. The other teams have more youth which gives us a better chance.
For reference, last year we topped a group containing the Warriors, Raiders and Titans.
Squads:
Wests Tigers
Sitaleki Akauola
Nathan Brown
Jack Buchanan
Manaia Cherrington
Josh Drinkwater
Asipeli Fine
Salesi Funaki
Delouise Hoeter
Chris Lawrence
Lamar Liolevave
Kyle Lovett
Joel Luani
Kevin Naiqama
Pat Richards
Brenden Santi
Ava Seumanufagai
Tim Simona
Sauaso Sue
New Zealand Warriors
Shaun Johnson (C)
Matthew Allwood
Nathan Friend
Ben Henry
Ryan Hoffman
Solomone Kata
Ngani Laumape
Sam Lisone
Tuimoala Lolohea
Sione Lousi
Suaia Matagi
Ben Matulino
Ken Maumalo
Nathaniel Roache
Bodene Thompson
Sam Tomkins
Chad Townsend
Manu Vatuvei
Gold Coast Titans
William Zillman (C)
James Roberts
Anthony Don
David Mead
Josh Hoffman
Brad Tighe
Kalifa Faifai Loa
Aidan Sezer
Daniel Mortimer
Christian Hazard
Kierran Moseley
Ryan James
Mark Ioane
Luke Douglas
Lachlan Burr
Davin Crampton
Dave Taylor
Matt Robinson
Canberra Raiders
Jarrod Croker (C)
Sam Williams
Mitch Cornish
Lachlan Croker
Sisa Waqa
Joel Edwards
Josh McCrone
Rhys Kennedy
Glen Buttriss
Brenko Lee
Bill Tupou
Jack Ahearn
Luke Bateman
Haydon Hodge
Mark Nicholls
Kyle O'Donnell
Tevita Pangai
Ken Nagas
Not much going on with the Titans and Raiders, but then again our squad looks very weak too. Warriors looked very strong, and we pipped them to top spot (by one point on F&A).
Squads:
Wests Tigers
Sitaleki Akauola
Nathan Brown
Jack Buchanan
Manaia Cherrington
Josh Drinkwater
Asipeli Fine
Salesi Funaki
Delouise Hoeter
Chris Lawrence
Lamar Liolevave
Kyle Lovett
Joel Luani
Kevin Naiqama
Pat Richards
Brenden Santi
Ava Seumanufagai
Tim Simona
Sauaso Sue
New Zealand Warriors
Shaun Johnson (C)
Matthew Allwood
Nathan Friend
Ben Henry
Ryan Hoffman
Solomone Kata
Ngani Laumape
Sam Lisone
Tuimoala Lolohea
Sione Lousi
Suaia Matagi
Ben Matulino
Ken Maumalo
Nathaniel Roache
Bodene Thompson
Sam Tomkins
Chad Townsend
Manu Vatuvei
Gold Coast Titans
William Zillman (C)
James Roberts
Anthony Don
David Mead
Josh Hoffman
Brad Tighe
Kalifa Faifai Loa
Aidan Sezer
Daniel Mortimer
Christian Hazard
Kierran Moseley
Ryan James
Mark Ioane
Luke Douglas
Lachlan Burr
Davin Crampton
Dave Taylor
Matt Robinson
Canberra Raiders
Jarrod Croker (C)
Sam Williams
Mitch Cornish
Lachlan Croker
Sisa Waqa
Joel Edwards
Josh McCrone
Rhys Kennedy
Glen Buttriss
Brenko Lee
Bill Tupou
Jack Ahearn
Luke Bateman
Haydon Hodge
Mark Nicholls
Kyle O'Donnell
Tevita Pangai
Ken Nagas
Not much going on with the Titans and Raiders, but then again our squad looks very weak too. Warriors looked very strong, and we pipped them to top spot (by one point on F&A).
innsaneink
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Is there a TV schedule up yet?
Working Saturday hope I can see us play… Usually starts about 2pm our time yeh?
Working Saturday hope I can see us play… Usually starts about 2pm our time yeh?
innsaneink
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Ta hobb… Gotta a have to IQ it seems
@innsaneink said:
Our Games are
V Panthers 11.45am (EDT) 10.45am (QLD Fade the Curtains T)
V Cowboys 3.40pm (EDT) 2.40pm (QLD Cows off Milken T)
Sunday
V Knights 9.15am (EDT) 8.15am (QLD still in bed T)..
balmain boy
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Dont forget to clear up 50% of your IQ box disk space, as you basically have to IQ the entire tournament if you can't watch it live. Takes up a crazy amount of space
innsaneink
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Thats very funny TT…really
I will have to record the first game, will catch the others live ...thnx Geo
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Just realized probably cannot record individually...oh well
I will have to record the first game, will catch the others live ...thnx Geo
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Just realized probably cannot record individually...oh well
Addo-Carr stoked for Nines opportunity
Dan Talintyre (Twitter: @dantalintyre)
Thu 4th February, 07:02PM
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After a busy off-season that saw him switch clubs and move into full-time training at the same time, young gun Josh Addo-Carr says he can’t wait to finally throw on the new colours for the first time when he runs out at the Auckland Nines.
Having scored 28 tries in 44 Holden Cup games for the Sharks, Addo-Carr ended 2015 as Cronulla’s NYC Player of the Year and quickly set his sights on going one better in 2016.
So much so, that when Wests Tigers sat down with the youngster in November to talk about his signing and goals for the year ahead, Addo-Carr said firmly that his goal for the pre-season was to train as hard as he could and make the Club’s Auckland Nines squad.
And after nervously watching the last two tournaments from home, the wiry 20-year-old will finally get his chance to light up Eden Park this weekend for Wests Tigers.
“For me,” Addo-Carr reflected, “the best thing about being in the team is that I’ve been able to tick off one of the goals that I set myself moving to this Club a few months back.
“I’m really happy that I can tick this one off to start the year and focus on new goals.
“It’s a good opportunity for me to show people what I’ve got. The open space should really suit my game and I can’t wait to get out there with the boys for the first time.
“I was so happy when JT [Jason Taylor] tole me I was playing. I was stoked. I think I’ve been going pretty well at training, but I just need to keep doing those one-percenters. That’s something I’ve done much better this year than ever before in my career, just being more professional, so I’m hoping that this weekend really helps me with that too.”
While several of his teammates — and Coach Jason Taylor himself — have spoken openly about their excitement to see the electric Moore Park junior in open space, Addo-Carr says he’s looking forward to watching another fellow young gun in action.
“I’m keen to see both Justin Hunt and Manaia Cherrington this weekend,” he said.
“I played Manaia a bit in 20’s and he’s just so dangerous around the ruck, and he’s pretty quick too, so I think he’ll be pretty handy to have on our team at the Nines.
“Overall, I think it’s a really good team. I know some people aren’t saying that it’s that good, but we’ve got a lot of speed and the forwards are really fit, so I think we’ll go good.
“I’m just looking forward to chucking on the new colours for the first time, and hoping that I can do them proud in my first game for Wests Tigers.”
Wests Tigers will open up their Auckland Nines tournament when they face the Penrith Panthers on Saturday at 11:45am AEDT, before taking on the North Queensland Cowboys later that day at 3:40pm AEDT. The Club will then play their final group stage game against the Newcastle Knights on Sunday at 9:25am AEDT, with a second consecutive finals appearance dependent on the results of those group stage matches.
http://www.weststigers.com.au/news/2016/02/04/addo_carr_stoked_for.html
Dan Talintyre (Twitter: @dantalintyre)
Thu 4th February, 07:02PM
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After a busy off-season that saw him switch clubs and move into full-time training at the same time, young gun Josh Addo-Carr says he can’t wait to finally throw on the new colours for the first time when he runs out at the Auckland Nines.
Having scored 28 tries in 44 Holden Cup games for the Sharks, Addo-Carr ended 2015 as Cronulla’s NYC Player of the Year and quickly set his sights on going one better in 2016.
So much so, that when Wests Tigers sat down with the youngster in November to talk about his signing and goals for the year ahead, Addo-Carr said firmly that his goal for the pre-season was to train as hard as he could and make the Club’s Auckland Nines squad.
And after nervously watching the last two tournaments from home, the wiry 20-year-old will finally get his chance to light up Eden Park this weekend for Wests Tigers.
“For me,” Addo-Carr reflected, “the best thing about being in the team is that I’ve been able to tick off one of the goals that I set myself moving to this Club a few months back.
“I’m really happy that I can tick this one off to start the year and focus on new goals.
“It’s a good opportunity for me to show people what I’ve got. The open space should really suit my game and I can’t wait to get out there with the boys for the first time.
“I was so happy when JT [Jason Taylor] tole me I was playing. I was stoked. I think I’ve been going pretty well at training, but I just need to keep doing those one-percenters. That’s something I’ve done much better this year than ever before in my career, just being more professional, so I’m hoping that this weekend really helps me with that too.”
While several of his teammates — and Coach Jason Taylor himself — have spoken openly about their excitement to see the electric Moore Park junior in open space, Addo-Carr says he’s looking forward to watching another fellow young gun in action.
“I’m keen to see both Justin Hunt and Manaia Cherrington this weekend,” he said.
“I played Manaia a bit in 20’s and he’s just so dangerous around the ruck, and he’s pretty quick too, so I think he’ll be pretty handy to have on our team at the Nines.
“Overall, I think it’s a really good team. I know some people aren’t saying that it’s that good, but we’ve got a lot of speed and the forwards are really fit, so I think we’ll go good.
“I’m just looking forward to chucking on the new colours for the first time, and hoping that I can do them proud in my first game for Wests Tigers.”
Wests Tigers will open up their Auckland Nines tournament when they face the Penrith Panthers on Saturday at 11:45am AEDT, before taking on the North Queensland Cowboys later that day at 3:40pm AEDT. The Club will then play their final group stage game against the Newcastle Knights on Sunday at 9:25am AEDT, with a second consecutive finals appearance dependent on the results of those group stage matches.
http://www.weststigers.com.au/news/2016/02/04/addo_carr_stoked_for.html
foreveratiger
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Ken Nagas that's a blast from the past, good on him.
Will be watching with interest.
Will be watching with interest.
MacDougall
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@foreveratiger said:
Was last year. Wasn't half bad either tbh.
Shannon Walker for the Titans is a name I didn't expect to see back in the NRL but he actually appears to be proper back not just a ring in. Exciting talent is Shannon Walker.
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This is when for me i say " HAPPY NEW YEAR "
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