Adamtiger1
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Halatu should start @9 this week which will prevent any further debuts in round 2
Who could make their debut in round 2
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MacDougall
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If JAC keeps scoring ridiculous tries at NSW cup level how long can you keep him out before he tantrums and asks for a release to join the Roosters.
@MacDougall said:
If JAC chucks a tantrum and wants out after two rounds he can go. I've got no time for any player who thinks they can waltz into FG without proving themselves.
balmain boy
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Seriously Swag, we're going to have to drop 2 players from last week's winning lineup and you're wondering who could make their debut??
Could just be Littlejohn and Buchanan who make way but i think a bench of Halatau, Lovett, Ava and Aloiai is too weak. Sirro and Lawrence played almost the whole match last week.
JAC needs to prove he can defend first and foremost. Also i read the NSWRL article on him yesterday and seemingly he and his whole family are diehard Tigers fans, and he's prepared to be patient and work hard til he get's his crack.
The 2 most likely new debutants for us over the next 4-5 weeks would be Griffin and Chee Kam. Everyone else would be some way away still.
Could just be Littlejohn and Buchanan who make way but i think a bench of Halatau, Lovett, Ava and Aloiai is too weak. Sirro and Lawrence played almost the whole match last week.
JAC needs to prove he can defend first and foremost. Also i read the NSWRL article on him yesterday and seemingly he and his whole family are diehard Tigers fans, and he's prepared to be patient and work hard til he get's his crack.
The 2 most likely new debutants for us over the next 4-5 weeks would be Griffin and Chee Kam. Everyone else would be some way away still.
@magpiecol said:
When you're an NYC graduate you might want to prove yourself against the bigger fellas in State Cup rather than being thrown to the wolves.
swag_tiger
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@Balmain Boy said:
So is Aloaia going to go down to NSW cup i hope not.
swag_tiger
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@Sabre said:
hope not because he is one of my reserves.
greatodensraven
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Surely Aloaia has done enough to keep his spot for now.
@Cultured Bogan said:
So he's playing for Windsor now.. 😢 😕 :wink:
@Balmain Boy said:
When the Fan Gets His Chance
Simon Masterton (Twitter: @OiSimmo)
Sun 6th March, 10:00AM
Josh Addo-Carr
TIGER FLYER: Speedy winger Josh Addo-Carr played his first game for the Wests Tigers on Saturday - the club he's supported his whole life.
It was something of a dream club debut for exciting Wests Tigers prospect Josh Addo-Carr on Saturday, with the speedy winger bagging two tries as the Tigers defeated the Manly Sea Eagles 34-16\. Addo-Carr was solid on and off the ball, combining well with fullback Watson Heleta and standout half Josh Drinkwater in scorching conditions at Campbelltown Sports Ground.
While many were impressed by the performance, it was extra special for Addo-Carr – he’s been a passionate supporter of the Wests Tigers his whole life.
“It’s a good club, I’m honoured to play for them,” the 20-year-old said post-game. “I’ve gone for them since I was yay big, so it is special because I’m just passionate about the club.”
Despite growing up in Rabbitohs heartland, Redfern-raised Addo-Carr was a member of the Tigers and support runs through his family. It was a huge honour when he signed to the club on a one-year deal last year, after establishing himself as a standout in the Cronulla Sharks’ Holden Cup side with 28 tries in his 44 games. In just his second Intrust Super Premiership NSW game, however, the flyer wasn’t put off by the increased intensity.
“It’s a big step up from ‘20s I suppose; the physical contact is so much more, the speed is probably a bit slower but physical contact is out of control,” Addo-Carr explained, adding that it wasn’t made easier by the high temperatures. “The heat today was out of control, through preseason it’s probably been the same temperatures but today was intense – we needed those drinks breaks.”
The Moor Park junior has significant competition for first grade centre, wing and fullback spots at the Tigers; Justin Hunt was signed last year, the likes of David Nofoaluma, Tim Simona and Kevin Naiqama have secure positions and centre Chance Peni scored a double himself in the Tigers’ Intrust Super Premiership NSW victory. That hasn’t slashed Addo-Carr’s hopes, however, who already has his sights set on making his NRL debut in 2016.
“Hopefully I get called up,” he explained. “I’ll take whatever I get I suppose, it doesn’t bother me, my time will come. I’m more than happy to play Intrust Super Premiership but if I get called up to first grade then that’s great.”
The youngster has done all he can to put his name forward after one game for the Tigers – his next task will be breaking open the New Zealand Warriors’ defence at Leichhardt Oval in Round 2.
tsjonathan
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@marzie said:
I think he's still a bit thin. Bulked up a bit from watching him last year at the sharks. Very surprised we got him to be honest.
balmain boy
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@tsjonathan said:
I'm not worried about his size, so long as his defensive technique is ok. Also never seen him take a bomb so that's important too! I think he's got a great attitude though which counts for a lot!
tsjonathan
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@Balmain Boy said:
He was fine under the high ball last year from what I saw of him. He was really the stand out for the Sharks U20s last year.
Fade_To_Black
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@foreverbalmain said:
No I think JT's quote was "Edwards will play this week". You would presume that it would be in State Cup. He is not that much of a gun player that he would be a walk-up start to our pack after so long of a layoff. It would be different if he was Sam Burgess.
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MacDougall
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Ah he must have actually tried to come here. I was wondering how we got him. I imagine he asked his manager to approach. Sounds like we might have a lifelong Tiger in JAC and a good one at that. Give him his chance!
