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Is it too early to say that Chris Hickey is in over his head? There are two strong arguments for the affirmative;
Firstly, the team is playing like individuals and not as a team. One player will make a break, but because it’s unexpected, he has no support and the play breaks down. Team plays appear directionless and lacks cohesion.
Secondly, skills seem to have deteriorated this season, particularly in the backs. The forwards, an area which was perceived to be a weakness going into the season, seems to have held up. But in that area the Waratahs have Michael Foley. Unfortunately in the backs, the catching, passing, and kicking skills have been found wanting.
As a side note, didn’t Hickey start the off-season by saying he wanted to bring the entertainment back into the team and now that he can’t do that he’s reverted to the old “I’d prefer to win ugly than lose pretty” line.
Is Chris Hickey in over his head?
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