Anthony Minichiello to extend his stay until the end of 2012

[Cockadoodledoo]

Nearly all of Mini's problems last year were when he was playing on the wing which was never really something he was cut out to do.

While he wasn't the untackleable pinball he was in his younger days, he is still quite solid at the back and he has developed a passing game that was previously unseen, allowing him to create opportunities for others. His back-up and support play putting himself in good positions to score remains great.

He is a fitness freak so if he gets a good injury run there's no reason why he couldn't continue to provide plenty for a couple more years. With Anasta's future still up in the air too it makes sense to keep some experience around to guide through the younger players both on and off-field.

Mini's passing game is still up the shit.. He has always thrown the odd pearler but in general it is horrible.. He was good last year but I would like to wait and see a few months before offering him an extension.. Remember he is still one back injury from retirement and players can deteriorate quite quickly at the back end of their careers.

[Funky Chicken]

Only if he is playing at the required standard to hold his place. Perrett is eligible for the veterans discount in 2012 also.

Mini at 50% is 100% better than Perrett at 100%.

Mini is an absolute Rooster legend, Perrett well he's a nice guy who happens to be an average first grader. The two are chalk and cheese.

I'll shed a tear when Mini plays his last game for the club (hopefully in the 2012 Grand Final), as for Perrett he continually makes me shed tears with his stupid mistakes year in year out.

[Guest]

Mini's passing game is still up the shit..

Don't forget his catching game too! So many passes went to ground. Granted a lot were hard to take but there were some that were delivered on a silver platter.

[Guest]

Mini at 50% is 100% better than Perrett at 100%.

Mini is an absolute Rooster legend, Perrett well he's a nice guy who happens to be an average first grader. The two are chalk and cheese.

I'll shed a tear when Mini plays his last game for the club (hopefully in the 2012 Grand Final), as for Perrett he continually makes me shed tears with his stupid mistakes year in year out.

modern day Mini at 50% is not better than anyone

[Rooster_6]

Only if he is playing at the required standard to hold his place. Perrett is eligible for the veterans discount in 2012 also.

2013, I'm pretty sure...

[Guest]

Why all the shots at Perret?

Am i the only one who think he was great last year and made a Ton of metres out of dummy half which got our Offence rolling. His a good player Sam why all the negative shots at him?

[Guest]

Why all the shots at Perret?

Am i the only one who think he was great last year and made a Ton of metres out of dummy half which got our Offence rolling. His a good player Sam why all the negative shots at him?

I agree mate. Particularly towards the back end of the season Sammy did a great job.

[Guest]

I agree mate. Particularly towards the back end of the season Sammy did a great job.

Bagging a winger from the winning 4 nations side????? who has given us great service. filled in for mini, solid and reliable combo with SKD!!!

[Spanner in the works]

I hope he can handle another two seasons. Would be a shame for him to go one season too long. Not sure why Perrett is copping it? He has been a loyal servant to the club and does a good job for us. Especially with his work out of dummy half.

[Rooster_6]

Why all the shots at Perret?

Am i the only one who think he was great last year and made a Ton of metres out of dummy half which got our Offence rolling. His a good player Sam why all the negative shots at him?

Awesome player mate, for some reason there's still a few that can't see it though. His role for the team is invaluable.

[Guest]

Awesome player mate, for some reason there's still a few that can't see it though. His role for the team is invaluable.

Armchair warriors I hate em!, but there always the first to critisize. It makes me laugh when i here the talk about the try, tackle or whatever they did in the under 10's. I HATE ARMCHAIR WARRIORS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Guest]

2011 - I'd say Pez is a better fullback than Mini. In his prime Mini was untouchable but now is a shadow of his former self. Perrett is safe as houses at the back (apart from one or two blunders) and would be a good choice for fullback when Mini hangs up the boots

[Guest]

2011 - I'd say Pez is a better fullback than Mini. In his prime Mini was untouchable but now is a shadow of his former self. Perrett is safe as houses at the back (apart from one or two blunders) and would be a good choice for fullback when Mini hangs up the boots

Im sure MINI will be better for the run at fullback at the back end of the season, we will see more of the golden boot mini in 2011[ 2010 ! he's just gettin warmed up] the extension of contract is based on the 2010 season end and the preseason, I hope Mini's got a surprise for us all!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Vasco]

2011 - I'd say Pez is a better fullback than Mini. In his prime Mini was untouchable but now is a shadow of his former self. Perrett is safe as houses at the back (apart from one or two blunders) and would be a good choice for fullback when Mini hangs up the boots

Perrett is an excellent dummy half runner and great club man.

Not sure if the word "safe" is best used to describe his attributes.

[Juggler]

2011 - I'd say Pez is a better fullback than Mini. In his prime Mini was untouchable but now is a shadow of his former self. Perrett is safe as houses at the back (apart from one or two blunders) and would be a good choice for fullback when Mini hangs up the boots

Yes Perrett does make the odd clanger - but so did/does Mini. Atm Perrett would prob make more metres/tackle busts than Mini. Mini was ordinary when he initially moved to fullback - the hands, the positioning,...