Stuart on Farah and Sheens
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cqtiger
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I'm afraid that the last 13 minutes fiasco of todays game will cost Farah, Galloway and Lawrence a spot in the NSW SOO team. In origin you must go for the full 80 minutes and on todays game their chances have dropped drastically. Whether or not these guys actually missed tackles to let Parra score 30 points in 13 minutes won't matter at all. They are guilty by association unfortunately.
This is what I wrote:
Ricky, whilst I will support NSW no matter what team is picked, there's a few points I want to make. The first is your criticism of Sheens when he didn't pick Farah to play Wales. How could you say that when he was blocked out of the side by in your words a 'future immortal'. I find that a bit hypocritical.
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My next point is about how you think Buderus is ahead of Farah and Ennis. I am not a real fan of Ennis but yes he is playing injured and yet Buderus felt he needed a rest instead of playing City/Country. We were only 7 rounds into the season, if he needed a rest then, then how will he cope through the origin period? How is that different to Ennis playing injured? Also if he really wanted to play Origin then surely he would of made himself available for the match no matter what, Farah was coming off a concussion and was still desperate to play.
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Lastly I am wondering why Buderus is in front anyway, he has no tries, no try assists, no line breaks, no line break assists, can't last a full 80 minutes and defensively is equal with Farah. On top of that, his team has been struggling. If he gets picked, it will be on reputation alone and loyalty to him based on performances 7 years ago.
If I had room I would of also added to that last paragraph "So in other words you have not learned your lesson"
Ricky, whilst I will support NSW no matter what team is picked, there's a few points I want to make. The first is your criticism of Sheens when he didn't pick Farah to play Wales. How could you say that when he was blocked out of the side by in your words a 'future immortal'. I find that a bit hypocritical.
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My next point is about how you think Buderus is ahead of Farah and Ennis. I am not a real fan of Ennis but yes he is playing injured and yet Buderus felt he needed a rest instead of playing City/Country. We were only 7 rounds into the season, if he needed a rest then, then how will he cope through the origin period? How is that different to Ennis playing injured? Also if he really wanted to play Origin then surely he would of made himself available for the match no matter what, Farah was coming off a concussion and was still desperate to play.
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Lastly I am wondering why Buderus is in front anyway, he has no tries, no try assists, no line breaks, no line break assists, can't last a full 80 minutes and defensively is equal with Farah. On top of that, his team has been struggling. If he gets picked, it will be on reputation alone and loyalty to him based on performances 7 years ago.
If I had room I would of also added to that last paragraph "So in other words you have not learned your lesson"
WestsSupporter
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Ricky Stuart is not an overrated coach because no one rates him at all!
glebe_tiger
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stuarts failures far outweigh his successes and this article only goes to show what a deluded individual he really is.
to all those 'sack sheens supporters' who said we should get this guy in as replacement should be hanging their heads in shame.
to all those 'sack sheens supporters' who said we should get this guy in as replacement should be hanging their heads in shame.
cnx_tigers
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@cqtiger said:
I don't think Robbie or Keith's chances were hurt…...........but Chris Lawrence has ZERO chance after his side of the field conceded 30 points in 12 minutes and he was beaten by a rookie forward using a basic spin move.
He was a shoe in for Origin at the season's start.................absolutely no chance now.
hybrid_tiger
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Yep, you can forget about Lawrence. Not good enough unfortunately.
That article by Sticky was petty and unprofessional. I'm no fan of Sheens but to respond in that manner with comments like "his boy" is just completely unprofessional and childish.
He won't pick Farah at all now, just to prove a point.
That article by Sticky was petty and unprofessional. I'm no fan of Sheens but to respond in that manner with comments like "his boy" is just completely unprofessional and childish.
He won't pick Farah at all now, just to prove a point.
Tigersmurf
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@willow said:
Not sure Willow, I think Robbie has only been playing well the last two games. Of course, he missed two so that hasn't helped him get some consistency.
Have only seen a couple of games from Buderus this year, and don't recall him standing out in the crowd. Maybe that is NSW problem, a lack of people in form in key positions.
Either all these people are right and Ricky is wrong or all these people are wrong and ricky is right…..
Drew of Was ausPosted at 11:59 PM April 28, 2012
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Geez, someone hit a soft spot, Ricky! I do tend to think you have been inconsistent with things you have said and selections in last year and guaranteed picks in his years Blues side. But the proof is in the pudding, so go NSW!
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· CM of HornsbyPosted at 12:06 AM Today
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You mention Soward but do not explain why he is out of favour. He has had a pretty good year. Maybe not as good as last year, but not so bad as he should lose his spot. You created this rod for your own back Ricky. Last year, at every point you spoke about loyalty, you gave passionate speeches about it and we all scooped it up. The players believed you too and they played above their weight for you and their state. Gosh, it nearly worked for you and the team went very close. This year all we have heard about is your dis-loyalty towards your players. All of a sudden, these guys who gave so much for you last year are not good enough. Not once this year have we heard you speak about sticking with the core group. Not once! So Now when you speak and give passionate speeches, we all see through it. You lost the courage of your own convictions and in doing so, lost the support of the players and fans of NSW.
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· JarrodPosted at 12:11 AM Today
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Ricky, whilst I will support NSW no matter what team is picked, there's a few points I want to make. The first is your criticism of Sheens when he didn't pick Farah to play Wales . How could you say that when he was blocked out of the side by in your words a 'future immortal'. I find that a bit hypocritical. My next point is about how you think Buderus is ahead of Farah and Ennis. I am not a real fan of Ennis but yes he is playing injured and yet Buderus felt he needed a rest instead of playing City/Country. We were only 7 rounds into the season, if he needed a rest then, then how will he cope through the origin period? How is that different to Ennis playing injured? Also if he really wanted to play Origin then surely he would of made himself available for the match no matter what, Farah was coming off a concussion and was still desperate to play. Lastly I am wondering why Buderus is in front anyway, he has no tries, no try assists, no line breaks, no line break assists, can't last a full 80 minutes and defensively is equal with Farah. On top of that, his team has been struggling. If he gets picked, it will be on reputation alone and loyalty to him based on performances 7 years ago.
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· Slinky8319Posted at 12:17 AM Today
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As A Queenslander, this is a comedy lol
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· TheRids of BlacktownPosted at 12:36 AM Today
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Except Tim's advice, you need an attacking team to beat Qld and pick Farah.There is no more creative hooker available for NSW and he plays 80 mins unlike Oldman Bedsy.
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· Jase of chchPosted at 4:46 AM Today
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Ricky, here is another thing that Queensland do not and would not do. Have their coach write a thesis every single week with his opinions on the various players at his disposal and outlining his methods. Some things should be kept private. Looks like 7 in a row in the making.
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· roota from RoxbyPosted at 4:50 AM Today
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Well there it is,ole fella Bedsy to play 9 for NSW,what a joke,7 in a row coming up for QLD,then goodbye Sticky and your media circus!
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· Gary Stark of WinghamPosted at 5:07 AM Today
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Tigers started the season as red hot favourites,didn't they? Thanks for the advice,but perhaps it'd be best to attend to your own backyard first....
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· Joey of PenrithPosted at 5:37 AM Today
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Sheens and farah are sooks..... If there is any player to inspire and lead for the blues you cant go past beddsy ....the difference between farah and beddsy is farah isn't a team player he's wants the all the glory and in doing so come crunch time and in a pressure situation he always takes stupid options..... Go NSW and go BEDDSY
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· Brother of Central Coast.Posted at 6:05 AM Today
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Really admire your straight forward honesty Ricky. Rugby League and society in general are full of so many mealy mouthed, negative and duplicitous types, that it is rare to hear someone just giving an open and honest viewpoint
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· phillipPosted at 6:26 AM Today
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Old man Sheens ( I'm a tiger fan ) dserves more respect from his former charge (and one of many coaching after playing under him). However Sheensy and Sticky both of you should shut up, your playing right into Queenslands hands. Its simple Sticky, if you wanna play fast you pick Farah, if not you play a combo of Ennis, Budsy, Gidley or Hinchcliffe
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· Balmain Bred of LilyfieldPosted at 6:35 AM Today
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Oh Ricky, can i suggest next time you write your article in private and then have a nights sleep before pressing the 'send' button. This is why you'll never be a 600+ game coach like Messr Sheens. You simply don't have the class.
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· David of ParramattaPosted at 6:47 AM Today
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There's no point remaining loyal to players who have been unable to halt the Queensland juggernaut. N.S.W. need to pick their best players and somehow fit them into the team just like Ricky is saying. Here's my team Ricky. 1\. B. Stewart.. 2\. A. Uate.. 3\. J. Hayne.. 4\. J. Idris/M. Jennings .. 5\. J. Dugan.. 6\. T. Carney..7.M. Pearce..8.P. Gallen..9\. D. Buderus..10\. J. Tamou..11\. G. Stewart..12\. A. Watmough..13\. L. Lewis.... Interchange;..14\. K. Gidley..15\. A. Woods..16\. T. Williams..17\. T. Sims. Notable omissions;.C. Lawrence ..Morris bros..A. Minichello..J. Soward..P. Wallace..G. Bird..B. Creagh..B. Scott..etc..etc...too many to list. At last a backline to match Queensland . I know that backline is a little bit out there but they offer so much in attack.
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· Public Holiday PetePosted at 6:47 AM Today
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Well said Jarrod.....it just doesnt make sense to go with Buderus ,I'd go with Farah but also believe De Gois should be in line before Buderus. Why dont we just bring big Willie back? The Queenslanders would be laughing that much we could run around them..
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· MikePosted at 7:06 AM Today
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Jeez Ricky is a sensitive petal! No wonder he's useless as an NRL coach.
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· ryan g of hurstvillePosted at 7:10 AM Today
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Thats nasty! Grow up ricky! What Tim has said is only good advice,and so what if he is giving his player a wrap,its been done before like when you were coaching cronulla? not a tigers fan but think Farrah in the best choice he has been there before so its not as if its a big change for the blues... Good luck Ricky and the Blues!
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· blueyPosted at 7:17 AM Today
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Where was your loyalty to Laurie Daley and country over the Buderus issue Ricky?? Explain why Buderus is in front when he has been average at best! Seems you talk the talk but no walk the walk.I am starting to believe these people who say you only go for your personel favourites ,prove us wrong and DONT pick Buderus
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· speedy2460 of Grafton NSWPosted at 7:30 AM Today
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I admire Stuarts honesty in this article. He must not be swayed by opinions from other coaches as they have a barrow to push. A lot of the discussion has been the selection of hooker and halves. Has anyone bothered to watch Ryan Hinchcliffe lately? He has been killing it. And he has the advantage of being able to play multiple positions. He must come into consideration. The half back is an easy choice to make. Farah has shown in recent big games that he seems to choke on the occasion. He also seems to alienate other players. Peter Wallace is so far in front of the others its not funny. He will make a good match with Carney. Stop the mind games and pick the players who are playing the best footy.
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· Fuzzie the TigerPosted at 7:49 AM Today
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Robbie Farah has the respect of his coach because he knows that he can rely on his captain and hooker to give his best when the big games are there.Robbie is a very intelligent hooker with a great kicking game,the ability to read the plays ahead of him and his dummy half work is unreal sniffing out penaltys and line breaks.So Ricky to me also there is only one choice for the blues hooker so put your ego aside and think of our state as I live deep in the enemy territory and Im sick of being a turtle by having to pull my head in every SOO ....go the clues.
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· Pd bulldog fanPosted at 7:53 AM Today
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Ricky your article says it all you don't take advise and you go the wrong path. Can't wait when the NSW clubs work out what Qld has known for years, being a media tart doesn't mean you can coach. Qld 7 in a row.
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· Nathan of Gold CoastPosted at 7:55 AM Today
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Farah was also playing injured in his 2nd Origin game. He wanted origin that bad that he played (I think with rib issues) and he has been crucified for it. I think Farah is a best option at hooker.
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· Dr. DragonPosted at 8:07 AM Today
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This talk of Buderus surely has to be the biggest gee up. I know I'm biased but would rather have new blood like Mitch Rein than a has been. Surely Farah has to be given his last chance. Ennis gets worse every year!
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· PJ of Castle HillPosted at 8:08 AM Today
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First of all, I really enjoyed the article - excellent stuff. I don't agree that Buderus is in front, or was in front. We need someone more dynamic, and as much as I hate to admit it (I can't stand the Tigers) - Farah is our best option with Hinchcliffe off the bench. I do think; however, that Sheens is an over-opiniated goose who is an average coach at best. Throw T Williams, Sims, B Stewart, Farah, Carney (to partner Pearce), Douglas and James Tamou into the NSW side and we will have a red hot chance of winning. Uate and Hayne on the wings with Jennings (if fit) and Morris in the centres (we need speed in Origin).
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· Daryl of PenrithPosted at 8:08 AM Today
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Little emotional Ricky at it again! Ricky throughout his career shows he has the mentality and maturity of a 10 year old, an amateur for all to see! I can't stand this guy being our coach, he makes me want to root against nsw. Sorry, just being honest!
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· Kramerthedog of LurneaPosted at 8:12 AM Today
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Hey Ricky, your ego is out of control! One gets the feeling you think you invented the game of rugby league. Pull your head in you big wimp!
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· Mick T of SydneyPosted at 8:16 AM Today
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Buderus needed a rest? Seriously? If he needed a rest so early in the season, then please explain, Ricky, how you intend to rest Buderus with scores tied and 20 minutes left in a tough origin game? If Nsw are serious about winning, then Farah should be one of the first picked.
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· Bob ?? of sydneyPosted at 8:18 AM Today
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Just confirmed qld 7 - 0 ennis is useless u have to pick farah for any chance lol. ricky is gone anyways lol.
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· MePosted at 8:33 AM Today
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More proof of Stuart being an arrogant, stubborn man, and now childish too. Have a look at the polls Ricky. Nobody thinks Buderus is a good idea except you. Robbie is by far our best option for hooker. Why are you the only one who can't see that?
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· Matt of NSWPosted at 8:35 AM Today
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Oh Ricky...you just don't get it, do you? Poor princess. Always thinking like the world is out to get you. Any retraction regarding the appalling comments you made about the Sharks after you spat the dummy? Seems they've kicked on nicely since you bailed out. I'm a NSW Blue fan but I honestly can't support them while you're there Ricky. I'll just focus on the club games and get interested again in Oriin once you're gone.
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· JIM of brisbanePosted at 8:44 AM Today
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comments from MAL MENINGA after a meeting with queensland players in sydney . IT IS ABOUT SHOWING RESPECT TO THESE YOUNG MEN WHO WILL BE OUR FUTURE. I ALSO TOLD THEM AT SOME STAGE THE MAROONS WILL COME CALLING,I SHAKE THERE HANDS AND THANK THEM FOR COMING, I LOOK IN THERE EYES AND I KNOW THEY BELIEVE..... they buy this stuff we dont . we must pick our best attacking team and play football against them , FORGET THE OLD PLAYERS , THEY COULDN'T DO IT BEFORE.
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· Wizard of OzPosted at 8:48 AM Today
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Totally agree with you CM. The two major issues here are Ricky's Loyalty (Pick and Stick) policy and then there's the picking players out of position policy which seems to have gone missing after Game 1 last year. Keep digging a deeper grave for yourself Stick. By next year you'll be joining the dole queues again!
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· Beddsyareyouserious of AustraliaPosted at 8:51 AM Today
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Stuart talks about sticking solid before sticking it to a bloke who could be a good allie in the fight to get the Blues over the line. You are a fool Rickie, the Sharkies obviously miss you how you got the NSW Job is beyond me.
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· Mark03 of BrisbanePosted at 8:54 AM Today
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Well done Ricky, you have just proven your a hypocrite and a complete imbecile. Thanks for allowing QLD to wipe the floor with us again, and probably a few more years to come. 1\. Minichello, 2\. B.Morris, 3\. Jennings/J.Morris, 4\. Lawrence , 5\. Uate, 6\. Soward, 7\. Pearce, 8\. Tolman, 9\. Farah, 10\. Weyman, 11\. Watmough, 12\. Lewis, 13\. Gallen(c), 14\. Carney, 15\. Galloway , 16\. T.Sims, 17\. Tamou/Merrin/Douglas/Snowden. If you want Hayne in there, he goes to wing and B.Morris goes to fullback. No, I haven't forgotten about Gidley. His best position is at home.
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· ghostbuster of cronullaPosted at 8:57 AM Today
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west tigers form is not up to pick any of them farah had a go and did nothing except catch and pass and kick out on the full like he does every week hinchcliff is the man no frills hard worker
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· Brendan of BlacktownPosted at 8:59 AM Today
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Ricky you say your not into mind games but last year you admitted to picking Keith Galloway for the blues as a mind trick on qld & you were never planning on using him. Get your facts straight Ricky u already ran 2 teams into the ground!!!!
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· Footy Mad of NewcastlePosted at 9:00 AM Today
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Maybe phil gould needs to come in and tell you if you pick buderus,and blues dont win,they will find someone esle for the your job,History repeating itself.
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· Jack roosters boh Walton of Sydney CityPosted at 9:03 AM Today
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beutifully said rick, particularly as a roosters fan i liked the last segment. Its easy to blow alot of smoke and jump up and down, not so easy to do the selecting. I think farahs form is very inconsistant, and buderas can bring some much needed experiance to a young NSW side. Keep up the good work mate :slight_smile:
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· Johhny Legend of Central CoastPosted at 9:06 AM Today
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Bottom line is Ricky can not coach - he never has had the ability to build a team! His record at club & state delivers the facts and his selections show a complete dismissal of players who earn a position due to hard work. I would be selecting a team of players who are hard, tough, enthusiastic and overall deserve the opportunity. But what would I know?
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· Fergal of The NullaPosted at 9:08 AM Today
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Lol! Isaac DeGois is in better form than all three of the number nines being talked up for origin. Even considering the 2 weeks he has been out with injury.Nothing but fools.The lot of you!
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· fer of sydneyPosted at 9:13 AM Today
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Farrah and Pearce ar enot Origin players. If either are picked we lose.. SIMPLE Carney and Wallace in the halves!!! Ennis hooker and Hinchcliff on the bench.. Not that hard Ricky..
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· A Call from the HillsPosted at 9:17 AM Today
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Absolutely no class Ricky Stuart deriding Sheens in an article like this. And you can't even put a logical argument together. Farah was not picked because other bench options were preferred and Smith was playing. Der Einstein! As a NSW supporter I cannot back them whilst you are involved in the picture. No wonder you can't get an NRL club to coach.
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· blues all the way of tweed headsPosted at 9:26 AM Today
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100% agree with Jarrod Posted at 12:11 AM Today... every qlder i know (and were surrounded by them) is laughing at this buderus "media"" selection. as a dragons fan i believe Soward is out of form and is out of the picture, but if you pick buderus over Farah Ricky you need to be shown the door to the raiders asap.
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· Walter the sane of HolsworthyPosted at 9:31 AM Today
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"Thanks Einstein" LOL, loved it Sticky! I guess Sheens really did get under your skin with that article. Enjoyed reading your piece this morning, and totally agree with what you said. Just one thing: Mini's GOTTA be in the running for fullback!
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· peter hubble of bar pointPosted at 9:35 AM Today
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It nice to hear someone talking the truth about Smoke and Mirrors Mr Sheens , the guy always contradicts himself all the time and it never gets picked up , well done Ricky , but I think Farah should be the hooker , Buderous is to old now and not the future , Ennis is over rated a bit , but I will leave it to the coach , hes going OK for me.
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Geez, someone hit a soft spot, Ricky! I do tend to think you have been inconsistent with things you have said and selections in last year and guaranteed picks in his years Blues side. But the proof is in the pudding, so go NSW!
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· CM of HornsbyPosted at 12:06 AM Today
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You mention Soward but do not explain why he is out of favour. He has had a pretty good year. Maybe not as good as last year, but not so bad as he should lose his spot. You created this rod for your own back Ricky. Last year, at every point you spoke about loyalty, you gave passionate speeches about it and we all scooped it up. The players believed you too and they played above their weight for you and their state. Gosh, it nearly worked for you and the team went very close. This year all we have heard about is your dis-loyalty towards your players. All of a sudden, these guys who gave so much for you last year are not good enough. Not once this year have we heard you speak about sticking with the core group. Not once! So Now when you speak and give passionate speeches, we all see through it. You lost the courage of your own convictions and in doing so, lost the support of the players and fans of NSW.
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· JarrodPosted at 12:11 AM Today
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Ricky, whilst I will support NSW no matter what team is picked, there's a few points I want to make. The first is your criticism of Sheens when he didn't pick Farah to play Wales . How could you say that when he was blocked out of the side by in your words a 'future immortal'. I find that a bit hypocritical. My next point is about how you think Buderus is ahead of Farah and Ennis. I am not a real fan of Ennis but yes he is playing injured and yet Buderus felt he needed a rest instead of playing City/Country. We were only 7 rounds into the season, if he needed a rest then, then how will he cope through the origin period? How is that different to Ennis playing injured? Also if he really wanted to play Origin then surely he would of made himself available for the match no matter what, Farah was coming off a concussion and was still desperate to play. Lastly I am wondering why Buderus is in front anyway, he has no tries, no try assists, no line breaks, no line break assists, can't last a full 80 minutes and defensively is equal with Farah. On top of that, his team has been struggling. If he gets picked, it will be on reputation alone and loyalty to him based on performances 7 years ago.
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· Slinky8319Posted at 12:17 AM Today
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· TheRids of BlacktownPosted at 12:36 AM Today
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Except Tim's advice, you need an attacking team to beat Qld and pick Farah.There is no more creative hooker available for NSW and he plays 80 mins unlike Oldman Bedsy.
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· Jase of chchPosted at 4:46 AM Today
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Ricky, here is another thing that Queensland do not and would not do. Have their coach write a thesis every single week with his opinions on the various players at his disposal and outlining his methods. Some things should be kept private. Looks like 7 in a row in the making.
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· roota from RoxbyPosted at 4:50 AM Today
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Well there it is,ole fella Bedsy to play 9 for NSW,what a joke,7 in a row coming up for QLD,then goodbye Sticky and your media circus!
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· Gary Stark of WinghamPosted at 5:07 AM Today
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Tigers started the season as red hot favourites,didn't they? Thanks for the advice,but perhaps it'd be best to attend to your own backyard first....
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· Joey of PenrithPosted at 5:37 AM Today
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Sheens and farah are sooks..... If there is any player to inspire and lead for the blues you cant go past beddsy ....the difference between farah and beddsy is farah isn't a team player he's wants the all the glory and in doing so come crunch time and in a pressure situation he always takes stupid options..... Go NSW and go BEDDSY
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· Brother of Central Coast.Posted at 6:05 AM Today
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Really admire your straight forward honesty Ricky. Rugby League and society in general are full of so many mealy mouthed, negative and duplicitous types, that it is rare to hear someone just giving an open and honest viewpoint
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· phillipPosted at 6:26 AM Today
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Old man Sheens ( I'm a tiger fan ) dserves more respect from his former charge (and one of many coaching after playing under him). However Sheensy and Sticky both of you should shut up, your playing right into Queenslands hands. Its simple Sticky, if you wanna play fast you pick Farah, if not you play a combo of Ennis, Budsy, Gidley or Hinchcliffe
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· Balmain Bred of LilyfieldPosted at 6:35 AM Today
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Oh Ricky, can i suggest next time you write your article in private and then have a nights sleep before pressing the 'send' button. This is why you'll never be a 600+ game coach like Messr Sheens. You simply don't have the class.
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· David of ParramattaPosted at 6:47 AM Today
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There's no point remaining loyal to players who have been unable to halt the Queensland juggernaut. N.S.W. need to pick their best players and somehow fit them into the team just like Ricky is saying. Here's my team Ricky. 1\. B. Stewart.. 2\. A. Uate.. 3\. J. Hayne.. 4\. J. Idris/M. Jennings .. 5\. J. Dugan.. 6\. T. Carney..7.M. Pearce..8.P. Gallen..9\. D. Buderus..10\. J. Tamou..11\. G. Stewart..12\. A. Watmough..13\. L. Lewis.... Interchange;..14\. K. Gidley..15\. A. Woods..16\. T. Williams..17\. T. Sims. Notable omissions;.C. Lawrence ..Morris bros..A. Minichello..J. Soward..P. Wallace..G. Bird..B. Creagh..B. Scott..etc..etc...too many to list. At last a backline to match Queensland . I know that backline is a little bit out there but they offer so much in attack.
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· Public Holiday PetePosted at 6:47 AM Today
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Well said Jarrod.....it just doesnt make sense to go with Buderus ,I'd go with Farah but also believe De Gois should be in line before Buderus. Why dont we just bring big Willie back? The Queenslanders would be laughing that much we could run around them..
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· MikePosted at 7:06 AM Today
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Jeez Ricky is a sensitive petal! No wonder he's useless as an NRL coach.
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· ryan g of hurstvillePosted at 7:10 AM Today
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Thats nasty! Grow up ricky! What Tim has said is only good advice,and so what if he is giving his player a wrap,its been done before like when you were coaching cronulla? not a tigers fan but think Farrah in the best choice he has been there before so its not as if its a big change for the blues... Good luck Ricky and the Blues!
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· blueyPosted at 7:17 AM Today
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Where was your loyalty to Laurie Daley and country over the Buderus issue Ricky?? Explain why Buderus is in front when he has been average at best! Seems you talk the talk but no walk the walk.I am starting to believe these people who say you only go for your personel favourites ,prove us wrong and DONT pick Buderus
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· speedy2460 of Grafton NSWPosted at 7:30 AM Today
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I admire Stuarts honesty in this article. He must not be swayed by opinions from other coaches as they have a barrow to push. A lot of the discussion has been the selection of hooker and halves. Has anyone bothered to watch Ryan Hinchcliffe lately? He has been killing it. And he has the advantage of being able to play multiple positions. He must come into consideration. The half back is an easy choice to make. Farah has shown in recent big games that he seems to choke on the occasion. He also seems to alienate other players. Peter Wallace is so far in front of the others its not funny. He will make a good match with Carney. Stop the mind games and pick the players who are playing the best footy.
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· Fuzzie the TigerPosted at 7:49 AM Today
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Robbie Farah has the respect of his coach because he knows that he can rely on his captain and hooker to give his best when the big games are there.Robbie is a very intelligent hooker with a great kicking game,the ability to read the plays ahead of him and his dummy half work is unreal sniffing out penaltys and line breaks.So Ricky to me also there is only one choice for the blues hooker so put your ego aside and think of our state as I live deep in the enemy territory and Im sick of being a turtle by having to pull my head in every SOO ....go the clues.
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· Pd bulldog fanPosted at 7:53 AM Today
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Ricky your article says it all you don't take advise and you go the wrong path. Can't wait when the NSW clubs work out what Qld has known for years, being a media tart doesn't mean you can coach. Qld 7 in a row.
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· Nathan of Gold CoastPosted at 7:55 AM Today
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Farah was also playing injured in his 2nd Origin game. He wanted origin that bad that he played (I think with rib issues) and he has been crucified for it. I think Farah is a best option at hooker.
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· Dr. DragonPosted at 8:07 AM Today
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This talk of Buderus surely has to be the biggest gee up. I know I'm biased but would rather have new blood like Mitch Rein than a has been. Surely Farah has to be given his last chance. Ennis gets worse every year!
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· PJ of Castle HillPosted at 8:08 AM Today
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First of all, I really enjoyed the article - excellent stuff. I don't agree that Buderus is in front, or was in front. We need someone more dynamic, and as much as I hate to admit it (I can't stand the Tigers) - Farah is our best option with Hinchcliffe off the bench. I do think; however, that Sheens is an over-opiniated goose who is an average coach at best. Throw T Williams, Sims, B Stewart, Farah, Carney (to partner Pearce), Douglas and James Tamou into the NSW side and we will have a red hot chance of winning. Uate and Hayne on the wings with Jennings (if fit) and Morris in the centres (we need speed in Origin).
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· Daryl of PenrithPosted at 8:08 AM Today
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Little emotional Ricky at it again! Ricky throughout his career shows he has the mentality and maturity of a 10 year old, an amateur for all to see! I can't stand this guy being our coach, he makes me want to root against nsw. Sorry, just being honest!
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· Kramerthedog of LurneaPosted at 8:12 AM Today
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Hey Ricky, your ego is out of control! One gets the feeling you think you invented the game of rugby league. Pull your head in you big wimp!
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· Mick T of SydneyPosted at 8:16 AM Today
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Buderus needed a rest? Seriously? If he needed a rest so early in the season, then please explain, Ricky, how you intend to rest Buderus with scores tied and 20 minutes left in a tough origin game? If Nsw are serious about winning, then Farah should be one of the first picked.
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· Bob ?? of sydneyPosted at 8:18 AM Today
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Just confirmed qld 7 - 0 ennis is useless u have to pick farah for any chance lol. ricky is gone anyways lol.
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· MePosted at 8:33 AM Today
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More proof of Stuart being an arrogant, stubborn man, and now childish too. Have a look at the polls Ricky. Nobody thinks Buderus is a good idea except you. Robbie is by far our best option for hooker. Why are you the only one who can't see that?
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· Matt of NSWPosted at 8:35 AM Today
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Oh Ricky...you just don't get it, do you? Poor princess. Always thinking like the world is out to get you. Any retraction regarding the appalling comments you made about the Sharks after you spat the dummy? Seems they've kicked on nicely since you bailed out. I'm a NSW Blue fan but I honestly can't support them while you're there Ricky. I'll just focus on the club games and get interested again in Oriin once you're gone.
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· JIM of brisbanePosted at 8:44 AM Today
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comments from MAL MENINGA after a meeting with queensland players in sydney . IT IS ABOUT SHOWING RESPECT TO THESE YOUNG MEN WHO WILL BE OUR FUTURE. I ALSO TOLD THEM AT SOME STAGE THE MAROONS WILL COME CALLING,I SHAKE THERE HANDS AND THANK THEM FOR COMING, I LOOK IN THERE EYES AND I KNOW THEY BELIEVE..... they buy this stuff we dont . we must pick our best attacking team and play football against them , FORGET THE OLD PLAYERS , THEY COULDN'T DO IT BEFORE.
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· Wizard of OzPosted at 8:48 AM Today
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Totally agree with you CM. The two major issues here are Ricky's Loyalty (Pick and Stick) policy and then there's the picking players out of position policy which seems to have gone missing after Game 1 last year. Keep digging a deeper grave for yourself Stick. By next year you'll be joining the dole queues again!
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· Beddsyareyouserious of AustraliaPosted at 8:51 AM Today
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Stuart talks about sticking solid before sticking it to a bloke who could be a good allie in the fight to get the Blues over the line. You are a fool Rickie, the Sharkies obviously miss you how you got the NSW Job is beyond me.
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· Mark03 of BrisbanePosted at 8:54 AM Today
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Well done Ricky, you have just proven your a hypocrite and a complete imbecile. Thanks for allowing QLD to wipe the floor with us again, and probably a few more years to come. 1\. Minichello, 2\. B.Morris, 3\. Jennings/J.Morris, 4\. Lawrence , 5\. Uate, 6\. Soward, 7\. Pearce, 8\. Tolman, 9\. Farah, 10\. Weyman, 11\. Watmough, 12\. Lewis, 13\. Gallen(c), 14\. Carney, 15\. Galloway , 16\. T.Sims, 17\. Tamou/Merrin/Douglas/Snowden. If you want Hayne in there, he goes to wing and B.Morris goes to fullback. No, I haven't forgotten about Gidley. His best position is at home.
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· ghostbuster of cronullaPosted at 8:57 AM Today
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west tigers form is not up to pick any of them farah had a go and did nothing except catch and pass and kick out on the full like he does every week hinchcliff is the man no frills hard worker
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· Brendan of BlacktownPosted at 8:59 AM Today
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Ricky you say your not into mind games but last year you admitted to picking Keith Galloway for the blues as a mind trick on qld & you were never planning on using him. Get your facts straight Ricky u already ran 2 teams into the ground!!!!
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· Footy Mad of NewcastlePosted at 9:00 AM Today
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Maybe phil gould needs to come in and tell you if you pick buderus,and blues dont win,they will find someone esle for the your job,History repeating itself.
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· Jack roosters boh Walton of Sydney CityPosted at 9:03 AM Today
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beutifully said rick, particularly as a roosters fan i liked the last segment. Its easy to blow alot of smoke and jump up and down, not so easy to do the selecting. I think farahs form is very inconsistant, and buderas can bring some much needed experiance to a young NSW side. Keep up the good work mate :slight_smile:
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· Johhny Legend of Central CoastPosted at 9:06 AM Today
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Bottom line is Ricky can not coach - he never has had the ability to build a team! His record at club & state delivers the facts and his selections show a complete dismissal of players who earn a position due to hard work. I would be selecting a team of players who are hard, tough, enthusiastic and overall deserve the opportunity. But what would I know?
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· Fergal of The NullaPosted at 9:08 AM Today
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Lol! Isaac DeGois is in better form than all three of the number nines being talked up for origin. Even considering the 2 weeks he has been out with injury.Nothing but fools.The lot of you!
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· fer of sydneyPosted at 9:13 AM Today
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Farrah and Pearce ar enot Origin players. If either are picked we lose.. SIMPLE Carney and Wallace in the halves!!! Ennis hooker and Hinchcliff on the bench.. Not that hard Ricky..
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· A Call from the HillsPosted at 9:17 AM Today
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Absolutely no class Ricky Stuart deriding Sheens in an article like this. And you can't even put a logical argument together. Farah was not picked because other bench options were preferred and Smith was playing. Der Einstein! As a NSW supporter I cannot back them whilst you are involved in the picture. No wonder you can't get an NRL club to coach.
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· blues all the way of tweed headsPosted at 9:26 AM Today
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100% agree with Jarrod Posted at 12:11 AM Today... every qlder i know (and were surrounded by them) is laughing at this buderus "media"" selection. as a dragons fan i believe Soward is out of form and is out of the picture, but if you pick buderus over Farah Ricky you need to be shown the door to the raiders asap.
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· Walter the sane of HolsworthyPosted at 9:31 AM Today
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"Thanks Einstein" LOL, loved it Sticky! I guess Sheens really did get under your skin with that article. Enjoyed reading your piece this morning, and totally agree with what you said. Just one thing: Mini's GOTTA be in the running for fullback!
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· peter hubble of bar pointPosted at 9:35 AM Today
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It nice to hear someone talking the truth about Smoke and Mirrors Mr Sheens , the guy always contradicts himself all the time and it never gets picked up , well done Ricky , but I think Farah should be the hooker , Buderous is to old now and not the future , Ennis is over rated a bit , but I will leave it to the coach , hes going OK for me.
glebe_tiger
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@Knuckles said:
they cna forget me renewing me membership, this guy is cancer wherever he goes he destroys football teams. most overrated coach in recent years.
It was a childish response from a man who didn't have the courage to say the same thing to Wayne Bennett when he was talking Bedsy up. Not only was it childish, but he has now foolishly put himself in a position whereby if the circumstance arrived that he would require Farah, then Robbie will know that atleast 1 person on the coaching staff ( being Blocker) doesn't believe he is up to it.
What a great way to fill your players with confidence!!!
What a great way to fill your players with confidence!!!
Fraze23
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If I can quote Stuart "THIS WOULDN"T HAPPEN IN QUEENSLAND!"
Could you imagine Meninga, or Close or Hagan or anyone from North of the border past or present rubbishing a potential players chances of playing origin? It just wouldn't and has not happened. The way Stuart has handled this entire debacle is an absolute disgrace.
Could you imagine Meninga, or Close or Hagan or anyone from North of the border past or present rubbishing a potential players chances of playing origin? It just wouldn't and has not happened. The way Stuart has handled this entire debacle is an absolute disgrace.
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You know you are on the wrong side of a issue when Tallis comes out against you and makes a cohesive and sensible argument.
That is how wrong Laurel and Hardy are in their sooking
That is how wrong Laurel and Hardy are in their sooking
hybrid_tiger
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What did he say?
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To summarise.
Why is Ricky blowing up about Sheens but listened intently to Bennett?
Every club coach has a duty to talk up their best players for rep duties
Why is he writing newspaper articles every other week?
Calling a player not up to Origin is a dumb move almost a month out from the first game
Farah should be the NSW hooker (I assume this is taking into account Buderus' injury)
Why is Ricky blowing up about Sheens but listened intently to Bennett?
Every club coach has a duty to talk up their best players for rep duties
Why is he writing newspaper articles every other week?
Calling a player not up to Origin is a dumb move almost a month out from the first game
Farah should be the NSW hooker (I assume this is taking into account Buderus' injury)
