All seem to fit the bill of the type of overseas players we’re now signing. Good potential but either not quite cracked an NRL first team place or they’ve fallen out of favour and are young enough to rebuild over here and possibly head back. In the current climate it’s probably a decent way to go and we’re certainly going to avoid picking up players heading here for a retirement fund top up.
Joined: Jan 25 2012 Posts: 3922 Location: In the sky with diamonds
NickyKiss wrote:All seem to fit the bill of the type of overseas players we’re now signing. Good potential but either not quite cracked an NRL first team place or they’ve fallen out of favour and are young enough to rebuild over here and possibly head back. In the current climate it’s probably a decent way to go and we’re certainly going to avoid picking up players heading here for a retirement fund top up.
Yeah I agree. I wouldn't mind if we targeted a few more established 28/29 year olds too tho. I think guys like Coote and Sezer in particular have proven that, at that age, they can really hit the ground running & have a big impact.
I'm really happy with these three signings. All three seem to be bigger bodies than what we've got currently and that can't be a bad thing.
23 LEAGUE TITLES 21 CHALLENGE CUPS 5 WORLD TITLES SAYS IT ALL REALLY
Interesting that they didn't announce Thornley. Maybe not the 'done deal' many thought it was.
Potentially Hankinson will be returning as Minski has played outside of him this season.
Really happy with these signing Minski looks to have the build of Carney and charnley, looks stocky but can shift.
Both props not seen much but they look the part. Apparently Rabbitohs wanted to keep hold of Mago. Hopefully can stop relying on these young lads and a few of them young props could go out on loan. Would be happy if they could extend clark.
Could do with a new half but still time to sign new players
If they have signed would appear next years coach has been decided on
sergeant pepper wrote:All confirmed on two year deals + the option for a 3rd.
Interesting that they didn't announce Thornley. Maybe not the 'done deal' many thought it was.
Potentially Hankinson will be returning as Minski has played outside of him this season.
Really happy with these signing Minski looks to have the build of Carney and charnley, looks stocky but can shift.
Both props not seen much but they look the part. Apparently Rabbitohs wanted to keep hold of Mago. Hopefully can stop relying on these young lads and a few of them young props could go out on loan. Would be happy if they could extend clark.
Could do with a new half but still time to sign new players
If they have signed would appear next years coach has been decided on
Always a boost to announce some new players. I know nothing about any of them bar their Wikipedia pages. The props look at the perfect age to kick on and mature into their best years. The winger from London seems a good lad. Interesting to see how they kick on.
This is no criticism of the club (more the state of RL) but so sad that gone are the days we announce a Steve Renouf, Brett Dallas, Trent Barrett, Craig Smith etc. Hard to believe it is ten years ago since we announced Finch/Hoffman/Lima.
Rugby Union: When entertainment just isn't your thing.
Last edited by cadoo on Mon Jul 19, 2021 7:15 pm, edited 1 time in total.
Joined: Dec 22 2001 Posts: 14323 Location: Looking for coffee and donuts
sergeant pepper wrote: Interesting that they didn't announce Thornley. Maybe not the 'done deal' many thought it was.
If Thornley's the answer, we're asking the wrong question. Has any sporting club signed as many ex-players as we have these last 6/7 years? Not one has come back a better player (jury out on Bateman).
ChrisA wrote:The NSW Cup highlights of Miski, we need to get that centre signed that player inside Miski.
I would put the brilliant Pearce-Paul at centre for a couple of years. He would be a wingers dream. Runs hard, offloads and has pace. Second row beckons for him when Farrell retires.
You cannot post new topics in this forum You cannot reply to topics in this forum You cannot edit your posts in this forum You cannot delete your posts in this forum You cannot post attachments in this forum
