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WillyW … the guts and passion you talk about … is that of the same calibre that LM showed when he feigned injury to get a penalty???
Round 1 Predicted Teams - Roosters: Crichton takes leave, Watson hobbled, Smith gets shot at hooker
Am thinking what helped the chooks was the number of errors from the Storm who are normally so clinical … some brought on by intensity but others just were just ‘un-storm-like’ mistake.
Robbo praises 'down and dirty' Jared after Roosters send out Premiership warning with fiery win over Storm
That’s what I’m thinking Glory Bound … reckon your mob would have enjoyed last night and will enjoy it even more when both the rap and injury sheets come out (am especially hoping Rads is ok). Likely that both Radley and Tupou will be out so that’s two off the starting list already … then add JWH and possibly Lindsay to the list and they’re starting to reach deep.
Robbo praises 'down and dirty' Jared after Roosters send out Premiership warning with fiery win over Storm
There was alot of ‘niggle’ and ‘pushing of buttons’ from the Storm and some lashing out moments as well but credit to them in getting JWH sent for 10 mins. That JWH / Solomona encounter was a thrown-back to what was normal play even a couple of decades back (with shoulder charges and the like). Says how far we’ve come when we now call them grubby tactics and beyond the realm of fair roughage involved with a contact sport like League. Am sure JWH will be suspended for a week or more whilst the niggling that evoked the reaction was rewarded (as it was last night with his 10mins in the bin). Keeping a ‘cool but hard head’ during times when other players are pushing your buttons seems to be a skill that’s hard for players like JWH and co to learn in their role as ‘enforcers’. That ability to balance out that old school mentality of ‘you want to play dirty then lets go’ with the rules (and priority to player welfare) of the modern day.
Robbo praises 'down and dirty' Jared after Roosters send out Premiership warning with fiery win over Storm
Totally Nick and others … great article and love comments relating to same with respect to professional contracts. Was trying to think of my situation and whether I could ‘just ring in and say I’m not turning up to work’ because of a particular disagreement … basically it’s ‘too bad and get on with your work’ … you’d better be here or you’ve be out on your ear tomorrow.
I know it’s definitely being allowed in other jobs but only when negotiated beforehand and ?or an emergency type situations like someone has just passed away … someone is majorly sick and needs home care for the day.
Thanks for writing up Stuart.
Amateur hour: Fans deserve better than watching supposedly professional NRL teams give up
Cam, no disappointment with your opinion from this chooks supporter. You nailed it in a number of ways and I’m scratching my head the same as you seem to have been. Whilst I love Manu I also feel he tried to hard yesterday and that he missed some opportunities to involve fellow players with a more direct play and extend on whatever momentum he started (kind of stuff he does when he’s playing on the edge). Credit to him for saving the try.
Raiders defence was brilliant and reckon Ricky Sticks would be still be smiling from that effort – even when they seemed spent they kept putting in and a well deserved win.
Raiders shed 'faders' tag with stellar defensive display to repel Roosters
Not a Latrell fan and as a chooks supporter need to go into bat for him as I’ve seen him try hard to move past his actions of last year. In last week’s game he was helping players up, pats on the back to the opposition and tonight there were glimpses of this as well (generally in the ‘back field’). Sure there’s always going to be some niggle, angst and other things we want to see so as to reinforce whatever label we are using. But for now I’d like to say ‘on ya Latrell’ as I reckon he’s working on a direction that will continue building his playing strength more than his ‘beast self’ (using his words from an interview a week or so ago).
'Real physical presence': Young gun wins rave reviews from coach as Bunnies crush Roosters
I think you’re the one crying BM … cause the roosters are out so you’ve no one left to pay out.
Gamesmanship, grace, humility and did the Eels get hosed? Talking points from NRL finals Week 2
Thanks for update on Sharkies … a few weeks back I was trying to tally up injuries to other teams to get a comparative – I think Storm were down for a few weeks, I know Bunnies were (i think down 8 at one stage?), Penrith a few including that stint with no Cleary, etc… – didn’t know Sharks had those players out for that long
‘Craziest coaching year I’ve had’ excites Robinson
they shud mic up Bellamy during one of his rsnts
'Don't f---ing go me, c--t': Victor Radley bows out of 2021 with foul-mouthed challenge
ditto Tony
Josh Morris given a fitting send-off as his illustrious NRL career comes to an end
I shared my thoughts on another thread and wanted to repeat here as feel its relevant – one thing I liked about Robbo’s press conference was his acknowledgement of the NRL – I get there were alot of frustrations this year (and last) and some hard challenges that the NRL had to face and work through – and listening to Robbo describe the effort they went to for the players, partners, to keep the game going for the season … I for one am so appreciative of this effort and the opportunities to watch my weekly fix of footy.
'The Roosters had no answers': Talking points from the Sea Eagles' decimation of the Roosters
What I liked about Robbo’s press conference was his acknowledgement of the NRL – I get there were alot of frustrations this year (and last) and some hard challenges that the NRL had to face and work through – and listening to Robbo describe the effort they went to for the players, partners, to keep the game going for the season … I for one am so appreciative of having been able to watch my weekly fix of footy.
I’d also like to ditto his words on JMoz … so good to see him receive a standing ovation.
‘Craziest coaching year I’ve had’ excites Robinson
captainpale … when you do something that others do not, that makes you a better person … vs pointing fingers and saying ‘just because they don’t do it then I don’t need to do it’ – I think that’s Andy’s point, an opportunity for LM to show personal leadership in amongst the enormous talent he has
Hit for six: Latrell done for season as verdict lands
Andy, that’s what I’m been trying to find out … has he apologised? I’ve been trying to find out and in amongst this just saw a photo of Joey post-op.
I know some Roarers thought it might have been a hard hit gone wrong, whilst others felt it was a rubbish hit – either way I’d have thought an apology would be a good gesture amongst mates. I’m thinking back to Harawira-Naera and his brutal hit on Jahrome … yep, it was bad and he knew it and came straight out with a sincere apology (he was even apologetic on the field … although I thought the touching of Jahrome’s backside as he was being escorted from the field might have been a bit much 🙂 ).
Hit for six: Latrell done for season as verdict lands
Whilst not a souths fan I still reckon they’re a strong team without LM … like Parra last night and the comment from one of the Roarers about having ‘such a good win up their sleeve’ … would be good to see the bunnies ‘click’ with the talent they have available.
'Tough road ahead': How far can Souths go without Latrell?
thanks for sharing Clint … hadn’t come across and did enjoy the read 👍
Robbo backs Walker after 'ridiculous' wrong way play to get Roosters home
If they were ill-informed and thought they’d have a merry drink gathering then why run and hide (under beds, in cupboards, etc.. – could imagine the frolics of police rounding people up from all types of hide-e-holes).
As with a heap of other comments it was a bad call whichever way you look at it – breach of numbers, organising a gathering in which some players had to travel beyond Greater Sydney (Shellharbour is just south), disrespect shown to other clubs (i.e. Warriors) and fans / supporters … and of course there is the issue of disturbing the neighbours.
'What are these peanuts doing?': Full list of shamed Dragons' fines, bans
Guess the roosters haters are out of their cage as well. In their chat about the lads were chatting about whether Welch v Walker deserved a penalty – not sure why you want to bring historic events back into play. If you want to do that then let’s go back to so many other tackles this session where what Welch did would have earned him 10 in the bin.
One example for the rooster haters was when they were blowing up at Taukeiaho when Cleary slipped and fell into the tackle … ‘he led with the arm’ … ‘used unnecessary force to the head’ … and other comments – the judiciary said Taukeiaho was not guilty – and so if Welch’s was an accident then surely Taukeiaho’s was as well … but then the refs must also be rooster haters as Taukeiaho was sent for 10.
Good on Walker for stepping up to give it his all (and not first choice for Robbo who has been trying to keep him from 1st grade but with the injury toll decided to play him) – and yep he’ll be a target for the big fellas like he was with Brisbane and now Storm – but he’s still giving it a crack.
Fifita needed to be sent off v 10 mins … so perhaps there was some love coming back to haunt the chooks.
Great discussion and thanks for sharing the rule interpretations – have copied those to keep as a reference.
Brendon calling Kerry ‘Karen’ … that’s poor form mate … if I’m assuming it was meant the way it read … it doesn’t show respect to women nor to people sharing their perspective.
James Tedesco takes on the Melbourne forwards sparking an all-in scuffle
Which begs the question … at what point does at least some responsibility also fall on the attacking player?
Was Taukeiaho unlucky to be sent to the bin for this accidental high shot?
I agree with you Harry … if you watch it in slow motion which was what the Bunker obviously did then you could say Taukeiaho led with his left shoulder … in the blink of an eye as Cleary is falling I’m not so sure?? But if them’s the rules then them’s the rules.
I think at most it’s going to be a fine but the damage was done by being sent off for 10 minutes (although the chooks made errors aplenty to help the panthers to their merry score).
Whilst Taukeiaho is a grey one I’m still scratching my head over why Reece was sin binned?
Was Taukeiaho unlucky to be sent to the bin for this accidental high shot?
Related to this is how Robbo is starting to show obvious signs of frustration. I get it must be hard patching a team together each week (had to drop Walker this week and shuffle backline again) and was thinking that maybe you could lend him your glasses Big Mig so he can see that everything is consistent and hunky doory in the world of NRL.
And I for one agree with crackdown (having been knocked out a few times myself when playing reps for the pure intention of being rubbed out of a game) – my frustration is actually the lack of consistency and so can feel for not just Robbo but other coaches (e.g. Proctor last week) and lack of commonsense (e.g. Reece Robson’s tackle on Tolman … you want players to go low to avoid contact with the head then how low do you want them to go? it was shaping up to be a great tackle before Tolman lowered himself and so instead of being rewarded is punished with 10 in the bin??).
Was Taukeiaho unlucky to be sent to the bin for this accidental high shot?
Not quite related to Flanagan as more to say I feel for the dogs in that they were playing some great footy and winning some grinding wins before injuries set in. Not my team (but are supported by a heap of my mates) and is great to see them playing with what you mentioned above Bloke7 (There’s a lot to like about Ciraldo’s effect on the Bulldogs this year. We have more fluid attack).
It’s been a hard few years of late and hope things sort themselves out in the halves.
'It’s a symbol of the team and where Matt sits': Why Ciraldo has swapped Burton and Flanagan amid worst injury crisis in years