The academy side we have has some real strength in depth and is really exciting for the future of the club.



The person who mentioned Holker being very Wellens like is spot on. Hes a very intelligent player as well.



I'm glad to see the young players getting this kind of game time and experience - my understanding is that Hallett isn't in the side as he only returned from Australia last week so prob still jet lagged, I presume on some training regime down under.



Think the academy would have been stronger but as there is no under 20's anymore players like Sheriff and Peterson had nowhere to play which is a real shame IMO

I believes he was released by club hes gone backwards in his development imo but im more than happy to be corrected if this not the case.

Released by the club and has now decided to pack the game in.

shame that i thought something must have gone wrong with him not getting a look in in the last couple of seasons even in the 20s

Thats a real shame, i saw him play in Australia last January and i thought he was the best player for Hull KR by a mile and i know Wests Tigers thought so too.

Here's a two minute clip of the match: tyneandwear.sky.com/rugby/video/52035

Here's a two minute clip of the match: tyneandwear.sky.com/rugby/video/52035