Agree. Not sure if he’s brave enough to drop him, especially for a young lad.

Whatever the case, Balmforth should be in the 17 every week now. We looked a different side today with him on.

That poster and several others no doubt keeping a low profile

You can't drop Balmforth after that. If I'm critical of 1 player today it's Morgan Smith,his passing was all over the place today. Balmforth made a massive difference

Might be nothing, but looks like Balmforth got club MOM. Leading Old Faithful in the dressing room, singing his heart out in the middle of the team.

What end are we in at OT?

Yes, definitely not looking like a player on his way out. It would be good to get some news about him getting a new contract.

Going from what’s been said on here and catching the last 10mins,seemed we played well and deserved the win,also Balmforth seems to have played very well,hope he keeps it up

Agree, I mentioned in my post that Smith passing wasn’t great. I was actually thinking after 20 mins and another poor pass by Smith when/if Grix was going to pull him for Balmforth then noticed Balmforth come in for Fash.

Pleased to see that Balmforth took on the dummy half role as he made such a difference and created a problem for the opposition. On his showing today I think it would be harsh to drop in next week as feel he had played himself in to the 17. I’d also say his fitness was pretty good for the minutes he played.
Even in spite of Smiths erratic passing at times today do thought we looked a more fluent and coherent team without Danny.

Be interesting to see if Cartwright comes in to the side straightaway and who would make way from today.

[quote="bonaire"]That poster and several others no doubt keeping a low profile
Nope it may have been me. I know Balmforth can play I just read and listen to some of the reasons why he hasn’t. Eg defence switching off. I noticed none of these today so I’m as pleased as everyone else. Did notice that the other players tried to keep him focused. Hope he plays next week

Obviously didn't work out for Smith here, but I do enjoy listening to him talking about the game in general