Fantastic another 3 years of that same rubbish half back – Orford to re-sign til
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We brought back Geoff Toovey!
Ox's contract negotiations have been going for an age now. I believe he's asking for too much coin or too long a contract otherwise we would have signed him up long ago.
Both parties just can't see eye to eye and it seems that we're not entirely keen to keep Orford. The coaching staff know he's past his best. Word is floating around that they want to offer him a one year contract with an option in their favour.
I think he'll end up signing on for just the one year because he is running out of options.
Both parties just can't see eye to eye and it seems that we're not entirely keen to keep Orford. The coaching staff know he's past his best. Word is floating around that they want to offer him a one year contract with an option in their favour.
I think he'll end up signing on for just the one year because he is running out of options.
LOL, I thought you had said all you were going to on Orford DSM ?
Seriously though, 3 years is too long, but remember what contracts are like these days. Hodkinson will get his shot, and if he lives up to the hype, then I could quite easily see Orford being allowed to explore his options in the Super League.
I am personally of the view, which I stated on the weekend, letting Orford depart with absolutely no experience at halfback at NRL level left at the club would be a huge mistake
The times I have watched Cherry Evans, he hasn't really convinced me he is the answer, but he may develop
At the end of the day, Hasler and Toovey are 2 former International Halfbacks, who should know far more than us about that area of the game, so I am willing to trust their view for now. Remember a couple of years back, supporters were up in arms when they decided that the future long term halfback, Aaron Groome, was sent on his way because they didn't think he had the ability. He is now playing 2nd division in England and they were spot on with their assessment
Seriously though, 3 years is too long, but remember what contracts are like these days. Hodkinson will get his shot, and if he lives up to the hype, then I could quite easily see Orford being allowed to explore his options in the Super League.
I am personally of the view, which I stated on the weekend, letting Orford depart with absolutely no experience at halfback at NRL level left at the club would be a huge mistake
The times I have watched Cherry Evans, he hasn't really convinced me he is the answer, but he may develop
At the end of the day, Hasler and Toovey are 2 former International Halfbacks, who should know far more than us about that area of the game, so I am willing to trust their view for now. Remember a couple of years back, supporters were up in arms when they decided that the future long term halfback, Aaron Groome, was sent on his way because they didn't think he had the ability. He is now playing 2nd division in England and they were spot on with their assessment
The hype over Hodkinson is unjustified in my opinion. Orford on his day is better than hodkinson.
Hodko gets the boys around the park without standing out, He is not a flashy half he does his job. I don't think we will gain anything from his kicking game, though I haven't seen him do a whole lot of attacking kicks, just general play kicks, that find the turf most times
Hodko gets the boys around the park without standing out, He is not a flashy half he does his job. I don't think we will gain anything from his kicking game, though I haven't seen him do a whole lot of attacking kicks, just general play kicks, that find the turf most times
mwsneagle
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Pittwater Legend link said:
I don't dislike Ox, but 1 year with a one year option seems best.
This carrying of a mystery injury all year seems troubling, he was carrying a groin injury last year as well (?), but with Lyon there to take the pressure off he did ok, but this year ????? he didn't seem to perform at his best. Time to try out some newies.
The length of time for re-signing seems to suggest that neither party is happy with the others offerings - originally I thought is was because of outside sponsorship Ox was trying to work out - but it doesn't seem so now..
OneEyedEagle
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I got no idea what’s going on in Dessie's mind or what Orford's value is but one thing is for certain is that we have appeared in two grand finals one of which we have won and still are the current world club champions and have made it to the playoffs this year only to be eliminated.
It hasn't been that bad of a ride under Sorry if you consider his predecessor success - Peter Sharp or lack there of.
Until we have a better No.7 option than Orford I wouldn't be tinkering with the side as it might be another 10 years till we win another premiership if we do. Everyone's is entitled to their opinion.
It hasn't been that bad of a ride under Sorry if you consider his predecessor success - Peter Sharp or lack there of.
Until we have a better No.7 option than Orford I wouldn't be tinkering with the side as it might be another 10 years till we win another premiership if we do. Everyone's is entitled to their opinion.
LOL Ryan
Who would have picked a grumpy old bugger like DSM would have a poodle haha
Who would have picked a grumpy old bugger like DSM would have a poodle haha
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bryan
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I dont think we can win another title with orford at 1/2. but he still has a lot to offer.If i was Des i would play him at hooker he has all the skills plus some to go well there. Blood the young 1/2s next year while he is still here
Hahaha, it get's worse, the poodle gets dressed !!!
Do you put a lovely maroon bow on her when you put the Manly clothes on DSM ?
Do you put a lovely maroon bow on her when you put the Manly clothes on DSM ?
Volley
Bencher
swoop link said:
Dan link said:
Hodkinson is 21 years old. Old enough to get thrown in. Look at Robson, he didn't look good with his limited appearances fo Manly, but with the Eels he has held down the no7 spot and is playing very well. Better than orford.
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Bullsh*t. Robson does fcuk all. It's the Hayne and Mortimer show over there in attack.
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