Looked a lot fitter this year.
New Winger - Christian Tuipulotu
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Ben Turbo i believe did too
Ben Turbo did too and T Sipps 3/4 of a game.
The Who
Journey Man
Yep, he played quite well but wasn't as impressive as the other winger Vegas.
And best was his attitude, you could tell he really wanted to be in the game, even taking tough hit-ups which he was pretty good at. No doubt that was why he got the long term deal. A modern day Ian Schubert type?
AlxFromNthNarra
Rarely does big posts worth reading....maybe
His trial game last year was unflattering to say the least.
Was outside Suli though, who was all at sea and seemed illiterate in defensive reads.
Bit harsh to compare him to a hatrick-scoring debutant. I'm sure T7u's finishing is equally impressive. That is not what his mentioned weakness is.
Apples and oranges. T7u had a ****ter last year but so did the whole team. So hes's not a 1-man matchwinner. On the wing. At 20 years of age. Who is?
If he improved for his 21st, and had a blast at the same time, all good for him imo.
Was outside Suli though, who was all at sea and seemed illiterate in defensive reads.
Bit harsh to compare him to a hatrick-scoring debutant. I'm sure T7u's finishing is equally impressive. That is not what his mentioned weakness is.
Apples and oranges. T7u had a ****ter last year but so did the whole team. So hes's not a 1-man matchwinner. On the wing. At 20 years of age. Who is?
If he improved for his 21st, and had a blast at the same time, all good for him imo.
47MVEagle
First Grader
I thought Burbo came off when GCKT came on & Koula went to centre?
Those last 2 Veaga tries Burbo was nowhere to be seen in the backline.
Yeah good eyes believe your correct
maxta
First Grader
I think the 2 tries Vega done well, but Koula's explosive speed spooked the opposition winger inwards to assist the try scorer big time
Back to Tuipuloto....he looked on from his first touch, like the player we signed with the wraps on him
I'll be honest, seen a couple of Blacktown performances last season and he was very average, but his energy levels were up 10 fold last night and he carried the ball like a young Sheck....keep in mind he can also play centre ......
Back to Tuipuloto....he looked on from his first touch, like the player we signed with the wraps on him
I'll be honest, seen a couple of Blacktown performances last season and he was very average, but his energy levels were up 10 fold last night and he carried the ball like a young Sheck....keep in mind he can also play centre ......
Brookie Bob
"I come back to you now at the turn of the tide"
If he gets his defensive reads right, no doubt he will play 1sts consistently at some stage.
Brisbane Tragic
Bencher
Look Vaega was good - but his tries were all just catch and score... except for the bomb and I think there was a bit of luck in that as well. He is a huge unit and supposedly can whack but Tippytoes in my mind was very impressive - did a lot more of the hard work carrying out of our half and made ground every time.
Imagine when Tui and Koula grow up. Dynamic attacking duo BUT They're still too young and inexperienced yet for regular 1st grade. It's not all about attack. You have to earn your defensive badge too before you can play with the big boys. They need a full season or 2 in NSW cup for that.
Brisbane Tragic
Bencher
yes and Burbo was serviceable last night although a couple of bad defensive reads
Congrats to Christian Tuipulotu on his run-on debut for Manly, and he showed why we gave him a 4 year deal. He is ready to go in NRL, which is massive for our depth.
He was thirsty for work and when he took hit ups he was effective. Great enthusiasm and wanting to be in the game, that attitude is perfect.
Add to that to his large frame and athleticism, I guess this is why we let Walker walk, we have real quality talent coming through.
He was thirsty for work and when he took hit ups he was effective. Great enthusiasm and wanting to be in the game, that attitude is perfect.
Add to that to his large frame and athleticism, I guess this is why we let Walker walk, we have real quality talent coming through.
He was awesome
Upgrade your glasses, lol
Stewbojevic
Bencher
I’d pick him instead of Saab… made some great metres out of our end
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