Seibs Going Right Off at Presser.

[HoldenV8]

I bet that if you asked anyone in the media or in the NRL to explain how the hit on Garrick was less dangerous than the hit on Isaako ... without quoting the rulebook answer of it was legal because Garrick caught it on the bounce.....and none of them would be able to give an answer.

Take how the ball got to Garrick and Issako out of the equation and from the time they caught the ball it was a full on carbon copy. Yet Zac Laybutt's hit was a penalty and is on report (will probably get a fine) while CNK had no case to answer and we lost the ball.

 

[HK_Eagle]

Garrick, please sue the NRL if possible.

 

[SeaEagleRock8]

Most here, including me, were pleased Seibold didn't hold back in slamming a bad decision. Especially as it was one the bunker had plenty of time to think about.
On the other hand, and while it is certainly traditional to boo the ref, this gives an interesting insight into the other side of the coin..

‘Want no part of that’: Veteran ref laments sad NRL truth, convinces son to umpire AFL instead

‘Want no part of that’: Veteran ref laments sad NRL truth, convinces son to umpire AFL instead

www.foxsports.com.au

 

[eagle66]

Good article and makes you think. Watch a reserve grade game and you move on from a referee decision and watch the game.
In the NRL, player has a tough game, he has 12 team mates and 3 coaches in real time to protect him or get him out through interchange. Depending on who he plays for, the commentary can be very supportive.