Backrow depth

[Crushercleal]

Crusher signing on for 2008. Whilst I agree that a backrow of Choc, Stewie and Beaver is up there with any in the Comp, I'm a little concerned that we still need more cover in this position to compete in the big games. I still think we are are one dynamic backrower short (and no, as much as I admire Willo's tackling tenacity, I don't classify him as a dynamic backrower), especially when/if injuries hit. Any opinions? I still like us and Melbourne again this year to battle it out. Have we upgraded enough to come out on top? My gut says no.

 

[Matabele]

If push comes to shove we can always move Kite back and start with Perry/King up front.

 

[Ryan]

Whilst I think he is slow, lethargic & lumberring looking, the club thinks Afamsaga will be great after a proper off season. My opinion here is that we have another Danny Lima.

Additionally, Hargreaves might be a god send. If he is as good as the wraps, we will do well with him.

Then I thought Jason Wells played pretty well when given opportunity.

We also then have Glenn Hall (who I think should play instead of slow-mo-Willow) who can play backrow and prop.

 

[Matabele]

Actually I was looking at the stats summary of our players and noted that both Wells and Mauro put up some very good stats.

Wells particularly in effective tackle % (top 3 in club I think) and metres gained per run.

What was also noticeable was the terrible effective tackle % from our first choice hooker in 2007. Getting rid og him is sure going to help shore up what leaks there were in our defensive line.

 

[Nutzcraw]

Can't help but have a dig.


If you think monoghan is a ****house defender then you know less than what I already think you know.

 

[Jatz Crackers]

Halls stats were generally OK in comparison to the other props in 07. I reckon he could become part of the backrow depth if needed so long as his fitness levels and passing/offloading game was focused on.

I think i would prefer that option as opposed to moving Kite back and just cant forecast about Afa & Wells as yet. Cant see Hargreaves entering the equation until 09.

 

[Matabele]

Can't help but have a dig.


If you think monoghan is a ****house defender then you know less than what I already think you know.

:stupid:

 

[Garts]

Mauro looks pretty good, I dont think he will be a game breaker but he looks a solid player at least.

If Hargraves cracks firsts in 2008 he would have to be a gun so I just cant see it till 2009 but hope he does crack it as he is a gun. Although I am not holding any hopes for him, I have heard of so many potentials from Rugby over the years!!!! Please be one like BK.

 

[clontaago]

From all reports the club are seriously expecting Hargraves to be in first grade come mid season.

Big George Rose back in training apparently. Has anyone seen him? A mate of mine saw him just after the season finished and reckoned he was massive.

 

[Fro]

George was back here over Christmas, yeah he has packed on a few, but is back training and looking forward to getting back into it.

 

[Matabele]

Big George Rose back in training apparently. Has anyone seen him? A mate of mine saw him just after the season finished and reckoned he was massive.

According to his Facebook profile he is finding training rather tough.