Trial Match v Cronulla Sharks *LIVE Thread
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momo_amp_medo
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We were always going to struggle with that side against quality side like the sharks.
First game for our front row, centre combo not the best and kinda experimental shot by the coach.
Still think LoLo to fullback Thompson to wing. Nofo is still a defensive liability and that just can’t go on.
Also think that They will persist with Reynolds Brooks combo for couple of games but if they don’t click it open season.
Our second row spots should be filled by in form players and for me, Lawrence is a good bench option only.
Yes it’s a trial but we don’t want to start the season with a bad loss against the roosters.
Key to success remains reliant on Improved Defence and successful half’s combo.
First game for our front row, centre combo not the best and kinda experimental shot by the coach.
Still think LoLo to fullback Thompson to wing. Nofo is still a defensive liability and that just can’t go on.
Also think that They will persist with Reynolds Brooks combo for couple of games but if they don’t click it open season.
Our second row spots should be filled by in form players and for me, Lawrence is a good bench option only.
Yes it’s a trial but we don’t want to start the season with a bad loss against the roosters.
Key to success remains reliant on Improved Defence and successful half’s combo.
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It is a trial but with the coach having a full off season heaps of new faces my expectation was things might have been a bit different and a bit closer …who cares if you win a trial but one thinks you should be a lot further along than what was on show tonight a lot of work to do before round 1.
old_man_tiger
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I don't know if Tyga is right, but the sharks structure hasn't changed in years so they haven't got much to hide!
GNR4LIFE
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We lost to the Cows, but I see your point.
happy_tiger
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Be interesting to see what Cleary thinks of our performance tonight …..
Spud_Murphy
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He was very ordinary at the Dragons, couldn't get a starting spot and played little minutes. He did have a better World Cup, but for the most part the opposition was not NRL standard. I hope he improves as the season progresses.
happy_tiger
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What about the giant bruise on his forehead
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supercoach
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Just back from the game, hard to be upbeat about this season. Lack of pace and lack of skill are two things that come to mind. They actually defended pretty well, but line breaks will be few and far in between.
Early in the second half we had two sets and in those two sets the no7 touched the ball once, No other team in the comp would have a no7 that hardly handles the ball.
Iam not sure how we can possibly score 20 plus points a game
Early in the second half we had two sets and in those two sets the no7 touched the ball once, No other team in the comp would have a no7 that hardly handles the ball.
Iam not sure how we can possibly score 20 plus points a game
Go_You_Good_Things
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My take on it . . . . . Packer's first 3 runs were from a standing start, Didn't run on to the ball, and it didn't really improve throughout the game.
I thought Rochow has played solidly in both games.
Mats had a couple of errors in him tonight, but made a lot of good carries and some crunching tackles.
After just 15 minutes, our entire forward pack were gassed and more than once took far too long to get back in our line from a sharks 5th tackle kick.
One positive for Brooks is the metres he's getting on kicks for touch.
I thought Rowdy at least had a go for the time he was on the field.
Thought Marsters was quiet.
Tui and Tyson didn't get enough time on the field to make a difference, Gamble made one really nice ball and all tackle.
Reynolds . . . . yes, he needs to temper his enthusiasm. I think he has got ABCD.
And Thompson has surprised us all !
Whatuira was sitting a few rows in front of me, and looked fit and mean enough to run on.
I thought Rochow has played solidly in both games.
Mats had a couple of errors in him tonight, but made a lot of good carries and some crunching tackles.
After just 15 minutes, our entire forward pack were gassed and more than once took far too long to get back in our line from a sharks 5th tackle kick.
One positive for Brooks is the metres he's getting on kicks for touch.
I thought Rowdy at least had a go for the time he was on the field.
Thought Marsters was quiet.
Tui and Tyson didn't get enough time on the field to make a difference, Gamble made one really nice ball and all tackle.
Reynolds . . . . yes, he needs to temper his enthusiasm. I think he has got ABCD.
And Thompson has surprised us all !
Whatuira was sitting a few rows in front of me, and looked fit and mean enough to run on.
upthetigers
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Sharks and Melbourne get away with so much in the ruck it's ridiculous.
Godinet looked sharp at dummy half he has to be a serious consideration to get us on the front foot.
Godinet looked sharp at dummy half he has to be a serious consideration to get us on the front foot.
GNR4LIFE
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Fonua was gassed 5 minutes after he came on. Every moment he was able to stand still, he was hunched over, almost passing out.
Tiger_Steve
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Sorry but I absolutely disagree. Lawrence was everywhere in defence. He had a very solid game from where I was sitting
upthetigers
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There's no way Fonua should be starting. I'd pick Tui at fullback and Thompson on the wing.
https://twitter.com/DaveRic1/status/967368355475742720
Spud_Murphy
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Our 'second string' forward pack from last week performed better and didn't run out of puff at all in the Cairns heat! Maybe we should stick with them and forget Packer, Matulino & McQueen. How in God's name could they be gassed so early? Don't all these guys train together?
Spud_Murphy
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Doesn't demand the ball, doesn't organise, doesn't talk much on the field at all! Time's up Luke.
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