Poor coaching and captaincy

[milanja]

I think Sandon is the least impulsive of the 3 but you are right, there’s no short term fix. I think it’s why we went so hard for an injury prone Shaun Johnson who’s really evolved as a half late in his career.

It’s also why I was surprised that Robbo came out so adamantly and said it was Sandon Smith’s position post Keary. I think Savala’s development this year will be an interesting one to watch and I’m a big fan of Rodwell, he’s the standout halfback talent for me but he’s still got another year in SG Ball to go so a long way off first grade.

So we did chase Johnson? It was reported we did, and then someone mentioned Robbo said this was not true.

[A Country Member]

Rural fan,
You're on a different tangent or splitting hairs for the sake of it.

'We dont get the rub of the green or we push passes and dont play with composure" is what a rusted on Easts fan would express.
Superficial types would use 'they'.
Comprendo amigo?

Calling a Roosters supporter is a Rabbitoh is a low blow.
-1 point Gman

[Rooster_6]

So we did chase Johnson? It was reported we did, and then someone mentioned Robbo said this was not true.

The only thing I’ve seen Robinson deny was the Tupouniua rumours.

[bondi.boy]

I’m glad you’re not selecting the team. Radley and Nat Butcher as good centres?

Sorry, they're not big enough for forwards in today's game, they just bounce off big opposition forwards in defence.
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Sharks no 12 just ran thru a big gap between Walker and Suaalii to score a try.
A big forward should've been there to stop him.
Tapuha would've been nice.

[Bates]

So we did chase Johnson? It was reported we did, and then someone mentioned Robbo said this was not true.

I read somewhere that Johnson denied it.

[Bates]

So we did chase Johnson? It was reported we did, and then someone mentioned Robbo said this was not true.

Found it.

"Shaun Johnson to Easts" thread

Post # 66

[King Salvo]

Not a lot of support shown by you for Sammy Walker!

Not at all, as I agreed with Coach Robinson to relegate Sam Walker to the NSW Cup for his benefit going forward.

Walker's options when he gets the ball are to run, pass, and kick.

During the period that led to his demotion, he was just passing the ball the majority of the time and hardly running or kicking.

As I said, the club should ditch trying to make Sam Walker into an organising half, as he is not that type of half that will, for example, "dig into the D line" or would want to play structured footy.

That doesn't mean they don't work on and improve the game management aspect of Sam Walker's game, i.e., how he plays or what he does depending on the different scenarios and situations of the game. i.e., knowing when to hold them or when to fold them.

There have been a lot of halves who were either good organisers but poor game managers, or good game managers but poor organisers.

I suppose the best example of a half the Roosters have had recently that was both a good organiser and game manager was Cooper Cronk.

Do you see Sam Walker becoming or wanting to become a Cooper Cronk type of half?

I don't, so It is important that Sam Walker be teamed up with an organising half partner.

[Les Tricolores]

The wheel was always round. Doesn’t mean it can turn though.

Luke Brooks was on a mil a year. Does that him marquee?

You’re talking about the Tigers … you best ask them why lol … Brooks is on 650 or so at Manly … no one would compare his level with Fifita

[Big Dog]

I was hoping you’d come to your senses and banned it.

Why? My posts generate much discussion heated debate. Isn't that what forums are for?

You're not one of those who feel the need to cancel anyone who dares have a different opinion?

[rented tracksuit]

I watched him the other night. God awful player. How did Tigers stick with him for so long. One trick pony but I don’t even know what that trick is tbh.

Exactly. $$$ don’t make a player marquee.

[rented tracksuit]

You’re talking about the Tigers … you best ask them why lol … Brooks is on 650 or so at Manly … no one would compare his level with Fifita

So he was marquee at the Tigers but not at the sea eagles?

As I said, just because someone gets paid plenty doesn’t mean they are marquee.

[rented tracksuit]

You always refer to our Chooks as an outsider would I.e. the Roosters or they.
If you were truly a RWB fan you'd referenre as - we, us, our.

Furthermore, you get your kicks chipping in and stirring the pot with Hutchinator BS.

You're a fox disguished in sheep's clothing.
Rack off and support your bottom of the ladder mob .

I picked this they/them lover for what it was years ago.
It’s refreshing knowing others have noticed as well.

[rented tracksuit]

Calling a Roosters supporter is a Rabbitoh is a low blow.
-1 point Gman

Mickey is as well but who’s keeping score anyway.

[Eggspert]

Not at all, as I agreed with Coach Robinson to relegate Sam Walker to the NSW Cup for his benefit going forward.

Walker's options when he gets the ball are to run, pass, and kick.

During the period that led to his demotion, he was just passing the ball the majority of the time and hardly running or kicking.

As I said, the club should ditch trying to make Sam Walker into an organising half, as he is not that type of half that will, for example, "dig into the D line" or would want to play structured footy.

That doesn't mean they don't work on and improve the game management aspect of Sam Walker's game, i.e., how he plays or what he does depending on the different scenarios and situations of the game. i.e., knowing when to hold them or when to fold them.

There have been a lot of halves who were either good organisers but poor game managers, or good game managers but poor organisers.

I suppose the best example of a half the Roosters have had recently that was both a good organiser and game manager was Cooper Cronk.

Do you see Sam Walker becoming or wanting to become a Cooper Cronk type of half?

I don't, so It is important that Sam Walker be teamed up with an organising half partner.

The Sam Walker dropping did absolutely nothing..zero..zilch.

From memory he barely played 2 games before getting a long term knee injury.

That was Robbo using him as a scapegoat while leaving other underperformers ticking along.

I'm sure training can be used to "pass" the ball" around a lot instead of dropping a talent like him.

Agree that Walker isn't really an organising half atm. But he is still very young & can mature into one.

[Eggspert]

You always refer to our Chooks as an outsider would I.e. the Roosters or they.
If you were truly a RWB fan you'd referenre as - we, us, our.

Furthermore, you get your kicks chipping in and stirring the pot with Hutchinator BS.

You're a fox disguished in sheep's clothing.
Rack off and support your bottom of the ladder mob .

Surely not?

It would be mind blowing & sad if he really wasn't a Roosters supporter after spending all this time & effort on here with a fake account.

But Salvo did play for both teams...hmmm