Not just because of Catalans form at the start of this season, but his record for bringing through young french players is terrible. I can only think of Barthau who has had the odd game at this level, he's also demoted Jean Phillipe-Baille for an import, which is strange considering he was outstanding last season......just not up to it.
Joined: Aug 17 2003 Posts: 17226 Location: South Wales
The fixtures have hardly been unkind, all three are games that you would have really been disappointed to lose at the start of the season. Regardless of last year's run, the general level of performance has been well down since Walters took over, with a better squad available on paper, and as mentioned this is not a result of bringing through juniors. Conceding 40 points at home is unacceptable for a team that should really be looking to challenge for the title, and the discipline at the moment is shocking.
King Street Cat wrote:Some might look at this as being harsh but I think it's fair. When are the Rugby League going to stop persisting with this fantasy expansion. If it hasn't worked by now, it never will! I'm all for reaching out to a wider audience with our game but not at the expense of historical clubs in the homelands.
Joined: Feb 27 2002 Posts: 1270 Location: Lancaster
The number of players involved in the 4N is a big hindrance to the club. The other clubs got off lightly this time with only 4 or 5 players affected at the most.
Richard_delariv wrote:The number of players involved in the 4N is a big hindrance to the club. The other clubs got off lightly this time with only 4 or 5 players affected at the most.
John_D wrote:Indeed, though rather than blame the Four Nations, I'll blame the frankly ridiculous timing of the start of the new season.
Yeah, this "summer" rugby is pretty ridiculous. Its been an issue for a lot of clubs but i feel with so many international reps the problem has been magnified for ourselves.
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