Matthew Wright to Manly

[KNUCKLES]

He isn't being signed as a starter but rather first drop for back line depth

I believe he will be put on the wing instead of Williame til Taufua gets back

 

[Disco]

I believe he will be put on the wing instead of Williame til Taufua gets back

Precisely

First player in when any of our starters are out

 

[MissKate]

Is he any better or cheaper than all the outside backs we just let go

 

[HappilyManly]

Is he any better or cheaper than all the outside backs we just let go

He would be cheap and probably more experienced than Gutho.

Hiku would be more expensive but also better 🙁

 

[Digsy]

I'm pretty sure he would be cheaper than both gutho and hiku. Not as good as either of them but a serviceable back up who should do the job and I think is better than the reserve backs we have now!

 

[Disco]

Is he any better or cheaper than all the outside backs we just let go

Cheaper definitely

Better, no

 

[nightster]

well .... I'm not sure about being a second stringer ... every game I have seen him play in he has been a lot more than sound ... I welcome the purchase and hope he is Jorge's replacement

 

[TagMonster]

He has height (6'3'') which should help under the high ball. He wouldn't be on much cash so not a bad signing. We will need depth in the back line over the next 2-3 years so not a bad pick-up. Williame may be out of a job unless he scores 3 tries this weekend.

 

[wedgetail eagle]

should be 'lefty!'

Wright-oh.

 

[globaleagle]

He has height (6'3'') which should help under the high ball. He wouldn't be on much cash so not a bad signing. We will need depth in the back line over the next 2-3 years so not a bad pick-up. Williame may be out of a job unless he scores 3 tries this weekend.

Being tall isn't everything!

 

[TagMonster]

Being tall isn't everything!

 

[HappilyManly]

Official

Manly have signed Matthew Wright from the @nthqldcowboys - good get as Jorge Taufua is out for 6-8 with busted collarbone @9NewsSyd

 

[STSK]

Handy pickup. Great coverage for Taufua, and anywhere in the back line. Has played a lot of Fullback and centre too at the Sharkies. Has carved us up in the past. It's good to have a back that is first grade quality outside of our top 5. Will put pressure on the boys for a spot, can only lift every players game.

 

[Supernintendo Chalmers]

a good finisher, and pretty safe under the high ball from memory. Would know there is a chance to grab a permanent spot in coming years, so hopefully we see full potential.

 

[Snake]

As slow as he is, I do recall him being quite strong under the highball in both attack and defence...not bad as a cover option I guess.

 

[eaglebuzz]

Definitely brings some much needed depth to the backs. If Wiliame is first in line every time we have a backline injury then we're screwed.

 

[HappilyManly]

Manly Warringah Sea Eagles are pleased to announce the signing of exciting outside back Matthew Wright, effective immediately.

Wright has been released from his contract with the Nth Qld Cowboys and will join the Sea Eagles this weekend. He has played 96 appearances in the NRL.

The former Cronulla Sharks and North Queensland player has signed with the Sea Eagles for the next three years.

Coach Trent Barrett said Wright would be a great asset to the team.

“Matthew is a quality player who can easily play full-back, wing, centre, and five-eighth. When he became available, we didn’t hesitate to sign him,’’ Barrett said.

“He has played almost 100 first grade games and his experience and utility value will be of enormous value to us as we progress further into the season. We look forward to welcoming him to the club.”

Matthew Wright

Born: 30/01/1991, Auckland, NZ

Junior Club: St Pats Blacktown

Position: Full-back/wing/centre/five-eighth

Height: 192cm

Weight: 95kg

Rep Honours: 1 Test Samoa (2013), World Cup (2013), Jnr Kangaroos (2010), NSW U18s (’08), Australian Schoolboys (2008).

Previous Clubs: Cronulla (2009-13), Nth Qld Cowboys (2014-April 16)

First Grade Debut: Cronulla v Canberra, Toyota Stadium, 11/04/2009 (Rd 5)

 

[Dan]

We have two Wrights.....better than two wrongs

 

[Mark from Brisbane]

We have two Wrights.....better than two wrongs

I lived next to " Toowong" for 10 years, nice spot!!

 

[Sheikheagle]

I wonder if he will play this weekend instead of the hex?