the loss of our quick play the balls and why the bench composition much change

[chook 56]

Morts has proven himself effective in defence especially against the bigger players, destroying Watmough at the line last night at full speed, putting down Moi Moi at full speed - he doesn't miss many tackles. He is not a liability. His interchanging with Friend is one of keys to our success up until this point aswell, adding sharper passing and quicker darts from DH during the back end of the 1st and giving Friend a rest. They compliment each other, "like lamb and tuna fish".

Tasi will definitely come in as he has been training with the firsts, MK, LOD & FPN are first graders. They may not be as flashy as JWH, they may not run as hard or hit as hard. But they are big and can anyone honestly doubt their defensive efforts so far this year? Maybe besides FPN, coz he's been out. But they are proven. They can handle the heat, the intensity.

The forwards will be: MK, FPN, LOD starting with TASI, GUERRA, LUI on the bench. Now whether Robbo bloods Napa against the Cows, thats another story, he may replace LUI or GUERRA depending on what Robbo's gamer plan is.

But I assure you, Morts is not going to be dropped, he deserves to play.

Good post.

[SConcierge]

Morts has proven himself effective in defence especially against the bigger players, destroying Watmough at the line last night at full speed, putting down Moi Moi at full speed - he doesn't miss many tackles. He is not a liability. His interchanging with Friend is one of keys to our success up until this point aswell, adding sharper passing and quicker darts from DH during the back end of the 1st and giving Friend a rest. They compliment each other, "like lamb and tuna fish".

Tasi will definitely come in as he has been training with the firsts, MK, LOD & FPN are first graders. They may not be as flashy as JWH, they may not run as hard or hit as hard. But they are big and can anyone honestly doubt their defensive efforts so far this year? Maybe besides FPN, coz he's been out. But they are proven. They can handle the heat, the intensity.

The forwards will be: MK, FPN, LOD starting with TASI, GUERRA, LUI on the bench. Now whether Robbo bloods Napa against the Cows, thats another story, he may replace LUI or GUERRA depending on what Robbo's gamer plan is.


But I assure you, Morts is not going to be dropped, he deserves to play.

LOD and MK are still in first gear and tasi is under done, Lui is a good defender....Who is going to hit the ball up? Who is going to tackle Scott Tamou Sims and Sims?

[Guest]

Hi Rooster_6,

I'm not sure that calling for multiple players to be dropped on the back of a 4 game winning streak where we have conceded only 4 tries, kept teams to zero points scored in 4 of the 8 halves of football including a team to zero points scored in an entire 80 minutes is actually analysis.

What has Shaun Kenny Dowall done to deserve to be dropped? Boyd Cordner also dropped the ball last night with nobody in front of him but I do not see calls for him to be dropped. Shaun Kenny Dowall actually saved our skin when Manly were on to score a try for all money.

What has Daniel Mortimer done to deserve being dropped? He's proving to be an astute member on our bench who provides good carries, an effective passing game and seems to be in the right place at the right time when backing up ball runners. He saved a certain try late last night when we were down by 6 points as well.

Drop three blokes, move this one from his position where he is doing well, bring in somebody off the bench, bring in one of the Newtown superstars that hardly anybody watches and that will lead us to dominating teams, second position on the premiership ladder with the lowest points conceded and highest points scored.

It is an absurd overreaction to a suspension and is quite insulting to all of the players who have performed out of their skin this season.

Now that's a post that can't be argued, but I'm sure someone will try. Well said.


And to add I don't want to single fletch out here, or anyone specifically, I've been saying similar to what TheWallet has said in this thread for ages.

Changing winning teams was something Smiff was criticised for but every week, especially after our wins, this season there are many on this forum who demand changes. It's loco to tinker with a side that's performing as a TEAM so well, other than cos of injury and suspension of course.

I understand fletch has come up with some good points and I dig what he means about combos etc, just it's been a daily occurrence since last season ended really. Moga, Bosden, Evans, Napa, Tasi, Haloumi, Nuffie, Henry, Tubular etc every week.

M.A.D.

Yep yep yep and yep.

[Guest]

I'm all for making slight changes that can make us better, but to totally revamp the side because JWH is out is ludicrous.
Tasi in for JWH
Friend
MK/FPN
Maubs
SBW
Cordner

LOD- who I thought had his best game last night
Guerra
MK/FPN
Morts

When JWH and Moa are back we see who hasn't been performing and back to Newtown for them
We are winning and our combinations are working why make whole sale changes?

[John Corey]

I thought we were 7 from 9 and second in the comp. With the best for and against? I must be wrong.

[chook 56]

I thought we were 7 from 9 and second in the comp. With the best for and against? I must be wrong.

It's the glass half full/empty scenario, JC.

[Jacks Fur Coat]

Crazy to see a thread started on here providing some actual analysis on Rugby League...

Hi Rooster_6,

I'm not sure that calling for multiple players to be dropped on the back of a 4 game winning streak where we have conceded only 4 tries, kept teams to zero points scored in 4 of the 8 halves of football including a team to zero points scored in an entire 80 minutes is actually analysis.

What has Shaun Kenny Dowall done to deserve to be dropped? Boyd Cordner also dropped the ball last night with nobody in front of him but I do not see calls for him to be dropped. Shaun Kenny Dowall actually saved our skin when Manly were on to score a try for all money.

What has Daniel Mortimer done to deserve being dropped? He's proving to be an astute member on our bench who provides good carries, an effective passing game and seems to be in the right place at the right time when backing up ball runners. He saved a certain try late last night when we were down by 6 points as well.

Drop three blokes, move this one from his position where he is doing well, bring in somebody off the bench, bring in one of the Newtown superstars that hardly anybody watches and that will lead us to dominating teams, second position on the premiership ladder with the lowest points conceded and highest points scored.

It is an absurd overreaction to a suspension and is quite insulting to all of the players who have performed out of their skin this season.

Hi Braith Anasta's Wallet

Quality post mate.

[Gary Worthless]

What rooboy said except liu in place of tasi.

[Guest]

The overreaction to things from some fans here is sensational.

key board rugby league players i bet most people on this forum have never played a game in there lives im just glad they arent the coach that is all

[Yak]

What rooboy said except liu in place of tasi.

I agree Worthless. Liu is a far safer defensive option. I still have some doubts over Tasi's lateral movement. Liu also has excellent discipline and probably a better workrate too. Each run might not be quite as fearsome but he offers much quicker play the balls which we'll be in desperate need of and will have the odd run that will make big metres from his foot speed before the line. And if he breaks the line you watch his speed for a big guy, very impressive. I think he'd be entrenched in the side by now if he didn't injure himself in the dogs warm up.

[melon....]

It aint broke yet....these changes are not needed.

[mightyrooster]

Lol! I remember Smith copping a bagging every week last year for making changes to the side / bench every round. And now that we are winning, we want to make wholesale changes to the side because JWH is suspended? Crazy. Bring someone in to replace JWH - simple. I would go with Tasi as he has more experience, otherwise Liu.

[chook 56]

Lol! I remember Smith copping a bagging every week last year for making changes to the side / bench every round. And now that we are winning, we want to make wholesale changes to the side because JWH is suspended? Crazy. Bring someone in to replace JWH - simple. I would go with Tasi as he has more experience, otherwise Liu.

Agree.

I think TRobbo would have more info than me to choose which one

[stephenj]

whatever robbo decides is great with me!