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Patriotic Queenslander hailing from south side of Brisbane. Support anything, Red, Dark Red, Maroon, Green & Gold, and teams from Brisbane or Gold Coast. Still waiting for a stadium and team on the southside of Brisbane.

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Question, the 10 and 12 pivots. Is that a Waratah’s thing, or a Brumbies?
By that rationale, is the 10 and 12 pivots Cheika’s or Larkham’s idea?

Stephen Larkham sacked as Wallabies assistant coach

You missed one critical stat. In 2018, without Larkham as HC, Brumbies dropped to 10th.

Another observation. After RWC. Aussie players went overseas to cash in while the sun was shining. NZ players stuck around. 2016 was not a good year to be an Australian SR coach, nor will 2020, 2024.

Stephen Larkham sacked as Wallabies assistant coach

And Ballymore and Suncorp. He’s done his dust in Queensland !!!

Stephen Larkham sacked as Wallabies assistant coach

Wonder what David Pocock thinks of all this?

As for Aussie Way gameplan, was a NSW way gameplan wasn’t it?

Stephen Larkham sacked as Wallabies assistant coach

No idea RO, you tell me. Just pointing out there are two fly halves listed in the Reds squad. With Quade going to Melbourne, who would have been your pick as another fly half to bring into the squad?

Super Rugby 2019 preview series: Queensland Reds

Whole team shouldn’t be compromised to make one player feel confident. What if Stewart gets injured or underperforms? How is that fair on the rest of the team who have been working their butts off? Best thing for Reds is competition for positions. Depending on opposition, you may need to switch things up as well.
Anyway, probably a moot point, Stewart played v Rebels in trial, so he may be first choice.

Super Rugby 2019 preview series: Queensland Reds

McKay is the master. So glad he is Reds attack coach.

Super Rugby 2019 preview series: Queensland Reds

No worries Dan. Suspecting McKay liked what he saw of McGahan from his time in JTL. But given travelling team for trial, I’d say you’re on the money.

Super Rugby 2019 preview series: Queensland Reds

Left out more experienced 10, mm

Super Rugby 2019 preview series: Queensland Reds

Yeh. Good points RB!

Wish some 9one would right about reds hot coaching line up! Hold up…

Have the Queensland Reds got their act together?

Super Rugby 2019 preview series: Queensland Reds

I would agree rr, though, he is listed as a utility in the squad indicating he is not 10 and not 15. He could be both. Good!

http://www.redsrugby.com.au/Reds/SuperRugbySquad.aspx

Super Rugby 2019 preview series: Queensland Reds

See comment below. Reds signed McGahan in offseason. More experienced fly half to guide younger scrum halves and team around the paddock.

Super Rugby 2019 preview series: Queensland Reds

Thanks for article.

One key point. Need to factor in new recruit Matt McGahan at fly half who has experience from Japan Top League. Then factor in combination with Hegarty.

Reds halves;
9. McDermott / Sorovi / Tuttle
10 McGahan / Stewart

http://www.redsrugby.com.au/Reds/SuperRugbySquad.aspx

https://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/super-rugby/teams/reds/reds-sign-matt-mcgahan-the-son-of-kiwis-league-legend-hugh/news-story/0a06247e971889da038f78ecf1d3fede

Super Rugby 2019 preview series: Queensland Reds

Well said jcmasher. “RA need to sort this competition out by making it relevant and the states need to support it by having it as a lead into the Super teams”
In terms of quality, with the 6 draft picks per club, this should be enough of a step up from clubland.
Wallaby NRC tournament would blood club players where they play with and against both Wallabies and Waratahs, as well as for finalists against other Wallabies and Reds/Rebels/Brumbies. There is also a mentoring aspect to this as well. Players can learn from Wallabies and SR about what they need to do reach the next level.
The season and the path becomes clear… 12 ‘Wallaby-SR-Club NRC teams become 4 ‘Wallaby- Super Rugby teams who become 1 Wallabies team.
Best marketing for the Super Rugby is having Wallaby NRC teams play in a leadup. Great chance to challenge for positions also. Part of the question for the Super Rugby becomes, which Super Rugby player (or bolter from clubland) should be playing as the Waratahs No. 9, or 10, or 12, or whatever positions are lineball.

Should the All Blacks and Wallabies play in the Mitre 10 Cup and NRC? (part two)

Any word on who the backers of the Nations Championship (NC) are?
$10M Euros (around $16M AUD) per NC year is a lot of money to finally get a lot of things right in Australian Rugby.
Host of ways to spend the money. Fund a free to air ‘Wallabies NRC’, rejuvenate the clubs, reduce expenses for fans to attend games. The smart long term move though would be to purchase assets and create a revenue stream.

Should the All Blacks and Wallabies play in the Mitre 10 Cup and NRC? (part two)

16 teams, not sure may be too many. Less is better. Less wait between premierships.
Say you did run 16… would be inclined to extend to 6 weeks so there is a bye.
Teams;
Brisbane – top 3 bris hospital cup and top qld ctry club
Sydney – top 4 shute shield
Canberra – top 3 and top nsw ctry club
Melb. Could be a university conference. Melbourne uni, sydu, uq, uwa
If 12, need prequalifiers…
Bne two teams and third play qld ctry.
Canberra two teams, third nsw ctry v emerging states
Syd back to 3 teams.
Melb. Melb uni, top two from uq v sydu v uwa

Should the All Blacks and Wallabies play in the Mitre 10 Cup and NRC? (part two)

Objectives is to address reasons in part one. Club games should feature wallabies and all blacks for reaons outlined in part 1. Top 4 from victoria not the same as top 4 from qld or nsw, so would be lop sided comp.

Should the All Blacks and Wallabies play in the Mitre 10 Cup and NRC? (part two)

It’s expensive to be a sports fan these days. Games are deliberately on late, designed for tv viewers, not stadium crowds. With five All Black M10 games each weekend, you would hope the love could be spread between tv and stadiums. Fun affordable afternoon on a saturday or sunday, and sit in evenings at home.

Should the All Blacks and Wallabies play in the Mitre 10 Cup and NRC? (part two)

For draft though, it would need to be on balance. As much as possible the intent should be for players to play for the local club from which they herald. That said, for draft to work this would not always be possible, so bit of give and take is needed with some clear draft rules agreed to by all.

Should the All Blacks and Wallabies play in the Mitre 10 Cup and NRC? (part two)

Hey, what is this ‘we’ business, I’m a Reds fan. 🙂

But what a line up, when you sweet talk like that, I won’t hold it against you. Definetly going to Reds v Crusaders, Rebels and Waratahs.

Ashley-Cooper finalises Waratahs return

Could the ‘Wallabies NRC’ be free to air pay TV mix?

Should the All Blacks and Wallabies play in the Mitre 10 Cup and NRC? (part two)

The other thing worth pointing out. Melbourne and Canberra based Wallabies should not have to fly given heavy test workloads. That means 3 qualifying teams per city.

For Melbourne, another option for qualification is Emerging States champ plays off against Melbourne runner up team for second spot in Melbourne. This promotes Melbourne derbies some years, interstate rivalries other years.

Should the All Blacks and Wallabies play in the Mitre 10 Cup and NRC? (part two)

Fair questions. Canberra and Melbourne are different kettles of fish due to proximity to Sydney. I think Melbourne is more or less ok. Canberra, I see you point.
Ammendment could be third ranked brisbane team v Qld country champion for final brisbane spot. Then canberra runner up v nsw country champion for second Canberra spot. Yes uq v sydu to compete for qualification spot in Canberra.
Agree, would be terrible result if draft sees players you develop for your club drafted againt your club instead of for your club.

Should the All Blacks and Wallabies play in the Mitre 10 Cup and NRC? (part two)

One year contract only though… Guessing what they are doing is creating a situation of greater bacline depth in rwc year to give much needed rest to backs.

Ashley-Cooper finalises Waratahs return

Waratahs keep getting stronger and stronger. Hunt and Ashley-Cooper adding to existing Wallaby backline. Depth definetly there to rest players in rwc year.

Ashley-Cooper finalises Waratahs return

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