I agree Weekes has an important job to do at fullback during origin. IMO he has been played out of position so he is still adjusting to that. IMO he is a keeper.
Weekes - need's Blacktown ASAP
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He has been filling in occasionally at hooker for Blacktown when GCKT kept getting head assessments.
It's a hard pass from me if that is his suggested position.
Much prefer him at 13, personally.
In saying that, he has been off the bench for Blacktown, so maybe they are getting him some experience in numerous positions and scenarios.
Bearfax
Grizzly old fart
Sorry Mave, I wasnt suggesting him exclusively as a hooker replacement, but rather as a cover for both backs and forwards, and yes I guess at times hooker, but not only.
Nordburg
Bencher
I’d be surprised if there wasn’t any late changes.Croker may play but as evidenced by the last few minutes of last week,his shoulder is still an issue when he takes a hit in that spot.I could see GCKT coming on to the bench
Remy
shuu
Let him play his primary role as fullback at reggies, absolutely tear it up there playing in a spine with GCKT, Humphryes and Latu and that will build his confidence up. Then he can slot in perfectly at fullback in first grade when Turbo has origin duties. I rewatched that second trial vs chooks where he played fullback and he was absolutely electric, I don't see him fitting in any other position, he only belongs with the 1 on his back.
Or we could just leave a limping Turbo there and pretend he’s fit… while we’re at it, let’s pretend Tisschu is fit too.
I'd use Garrick, he's a senior player now and quite effective as an Edwards-type at fullback.
I probably haven't seen enough of Weekes so this may be a bit unfair but I'm slightly concerned at his body language, doesn't seem very assertive, which is essential in halves or fullback, especially in defence.
We know he's great on his feet but at this stage more a Daine Laurie type? (ie a talented attacker currently playing reserve grade for the winless Tigpies).
Only issue with using Garrick (even though I agree at this stage is the safer option at FB of the two) is that our left side could be a complete shambles if you remove him from that already depleted flank
I agree, if Turbo is rested then selection this week will also come down to who else is fit.
Parker out maybe (haven't heard any more about him)... but maybe Christian or Koula ready to come back?
Worst case we are missing Turbo Parker Vaega Christian and Koula ... no idea what we'd do then!!
40 nil
It's only a game ...
If that is the case, then Weekes to fullback & Myers to centre (exemption can be requested). Both had good games for BWSE last week. If Parker is out, Turbo will probably wish to play. In which case, Weekes can slot into the backline somewhere. If Schuster is also unfit, I assume Johns will replace him.
blacktown eagle
the pot stirrer
Weekes didn’t have a too good game for Blacktown.. did you watch it?
manly al
First Grader
Probably a 50 / 50 call if Tippy toes is available this week and Turbo is given a rest and in regard then to either Weekes or Garrick playing at the back . Guess that much would depend on how Kaeo may have gone on the weekend , been a while since he played at full back , well since the last trial . Think that Garrick to centre can be discounted but Tippytoes could well be considered there . Garrrick plays his best attacking footy as a support type player and very well too when in open field situations as in contrast to say a set centre position , well on current indications , whereas Tippytoes would have more line breaking ability , Bit of a toss up who would be a better defender at centre , maybe Tippytoes just . Of course also , very unlikely for Weekes to be given a go as a centre , if the coaching staff think that he could replicate his trial form at one , maybe that is where he will play but every chance that Turbo could be declared fit as well , . However must be some doubt if he could be suitably fit after just a 6 day recovery period .
manly al
First Grader
Not that encouraging then but sure that he could lift sufficiently in a better drilled [ well one would hope ] i st grade lineup and at full back
No but I read a similar comment from someone else here. He's got the athletics but does he have the mindset? Sort of the opposite of Schu!
Forster eagle
Reserve Grader
Not quick enough...imo.
Bearfax
Grizzly old fart
Doesn't need to be super quick. Just needs to be mobile, tough, a good defender, one who can mix it but also add some thing wide out. Ad for this coming weekend I would definitely start Weekes at full back. He's trained for that position and needs as much first grade play as he can get. Doesn't matter if he doesn't set the world alight first off. But he's already played full back in firsts and did OK. We need a good back up for Turbo and Garrick is needed on one wing.
40 nil
It's only a game ...
Yes, I watched most of the game & thought he played well, esp. one long weaving kick return.
| Team | P | W | L | PD | Pts |
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7 | 6 | 1 | 54 | 14 |
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6 | 5 | 1 | 59 | 12 |
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8 | 5 | 2 | 39 | 11 |
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6 | 4 | 2 | 53 | 10 |
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6 | 4 | 2 | 30 | 10 |
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8 | 4 | 4 | 73 | 8 |
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7 | 4 | 3 | 40 | 8 |
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7 | 4 | 3 | 24 | 8 |
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7 | 3 | 4 | 17 | 8 |
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7 | 4 | 3 | -8 | 8 |
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8 | 4 | 4 | -60 | 8 |
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8 | 3 | 4 | 17 | 7 |
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6 | 2 | 4 | -31 | 6 |
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8 | 3 | 5 | -55 | 6 |
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7 | 2 | 5 | -29 | 4 |
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7 | 1 | 6 | -87 | 4 |
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7 | 1 | 6 | -136 | 4 |
