So it's that time of year - the players back in training - well, some of them!

Johnstone not there
Sneyd not there
Bowden not there

Hmmm......

Probably because senior players have been given an extra week off, barring those with injuries.

I know - just anticipating the inevitable meltdown and rumours when people don't see certain players at training!

Sneyd on Holiday

Him and a few others were on holiday for the last 10 games of the season

I think a lot of us was waiting for that.

Interesting from Taylor, the extent of his injuries last year, returning too soon etc. If he can find anything like his early FC form it will be like a new signing. Only 30 too. Motivation doesn't seem to be an issue. https://www.hulldailymail.co.uk/sport/r ... ge-6222558

Interesting from Taylor, the extent of his injuries last year, returning too soon etc. If he can find anything like his early FC form it will be like a new signing. Only 30 too. Motivation doesn't seem to be an issue. https://www.hulldailymail.co.uk/sport/r ... ge-6222558

Mrs Barista wrote:Interesting from Taylor, the extent of his injuries last year, returning too soon etc. If he can find anything like his early FC form it will be like a new signing. Only 30 too. Motivation doesn't seem to be an issue. https://www.hulldailymail.co.uk/sport/r ... ge-6222558 Explains a lot, Mrs. B. 15 weeks out and coming back after 1 training session, because he was needed due to other players out, says a lot. I remember him coming off the line to make the hit on Sims and Rovers supporters giving him it, when he stayed down. To play on with busted ribs and turn out the next week is amazing. Hope he’s fit and raring to go. As you say, like having a new signing. Some humble pie eaters on here, if he does.

Mrs Barista wrote:Interesting from Taylor, the extent of his injuries last year, returning too soon etc. If he can find anything like his early FC form it will be like a new signing. Only 30 too. Motivation doesn't seem to be an issue. https://www.hulldailymail.co.uk/sport/r ... ge-6222558 Explains a lot, Mrs. B. 15 weeks out and coming back after 1 training session, because he was needed due to other players out, says a lot. I remember him coming off the line to make the hit on Sims and Rovers supporters giving him it, when he stayed down. To play on with busted ribs and turn out the next week is amazing. Hope he’s fit and raring to go. As you say, like having a new signing. Some humble pie eaters on here, if he does.

Nice article from Tag, get this lad back to somewhere near his best, and our complete team will benefit, good luck Scotty.

I must admit to being very critical of Taylor last season, but when you read the article, it does offer some mitigation for his performances , with the amount of training that he missed, it is hardly a surprise that he looked unfit and ineffective. A focussed and fit Taylor will complete what is looking like , a formidable set of props. If Lovodua is a good player, then that pack should not be bested often.
We need our half backs to stay clear of injury though, that is what we'll all be thinking and I'll be holding my breath every time they are tackled, praying that they get straight back up again.