Credit to Dragons conditioning team

[RedV Resurgence]

I think one of the contributing factors to the teams success this year is the change in conditioning team. The guys look note athletic, and fast, and less bulk.

I think HSS helped them compete throughout the game. And has also contributed to confidence by the players knowing they can continue playing at these levels and not panicking if they don't score straight away.

 

[possm]

I think one of the contributing factors to the teams success this year is the change in conditioning team. The guys look note athletic, and fast, and less bulk.

I think HSS helped them compete throughout the game. And has also contributed to confidence by the players knowing they can continue playing at these levels and not panicking if they don't score straight away.

I think this and the leaderships revised playing style along with Vaughan, McInnes, Macdonald and Sims have put the team on a good footing this season.

 

[SIR LANCELOT]

I totally agree. I was of the opinion that the players were off the mark re fitness in 2016. When they resumed to play this year it was noticeable that change had been made.. Good on ya Dragons.

Lancelot

 

[Minh]

The coaching team has done a terrific job in this regard, we definitely appear to be one of the fittest teams this year with the most balanced and dynamic forward pack.

 

[Life's Good]

I remember when Bennett arrived and he ran boot camps to test fitness & mental agility under fatigue. I vaguely recall he wasn't that impressed and from there had this as a major target for improvement. He didn't question player talent or attitude and just thought it was fitness that needed the most work. And for 3 glorious seasons it certainly did.
It looks like the current conditioning team are making similar progress and it's great to see the results being rewarded with where we are sitting on the ladder.

 

[KogarahWarrior]

An unsung hero is Nathan Pickworth. He really has brought a lot to our club in terms of fitness.

 

[Dragonslayer]

Yes big credit to the strength and conditioning guys and a master stroke to employ those from outside of RL.
Muscle and aerobic fitness are basically memory based once learnt you build on it or simply get lazy with it because it knowd what to do already.
The addition of the AFL and other trainers has changed that mrmory and forced it to adjust and grow. We look fitter and stronger than we have for a long time.
The conditioning won't win us allvour games, thats up to the coaches game plan and selections, but at least wr know we'll be contesting to the final siren and not just cave in due to fatigue.

 

[hewi]

Yes big credit to the strength and conditioning guys and a master stroke to employ those from outside of RL.
Muscle and aerobic fitness are basically memory based once learnt you build on it or simply get lazy with it because it knowd what to do already.
The addition of the AFL and other trainers has changed that mrmory and forced it to adjust and grow. We look fitter and stronger than we have for a long time.
The conditioning won't win us allvour games, thats up to the coaches game plan and selections, but at least wr know we'll be contesting to the final siren and not just cave in due to fatigue.

Agree 110%, however credit where credit is due. I'm wandering off topic here but want to put this out there. Remember when Bennett in 2005 cleaned out his coaching staff and reinvented the Broncos next season? I think that's what's happened with the Dragons. They pinpointed the problem areas starting with hooker, you need an 80 minute player who can pass well both directions to allow the props to roll on down the field. Out Rein in McInnes. I've noticed on a number of occasions Millard uses the word leg drive when referring to props, Vaughan comes to mind. With leg drive and good passing you get over the ad line which is vital. Weyman was a great old style prop and I think today that's what you need. You can't have your props been dominated, so another tick. Half back, self explanatory, problem solved next year. All in all I think they have been very astute in what they have done, hope I don't have to eat my words as the season progresses but love the style of footie they are playing.

 

[SBD82]

The boys definitely look fit. If they can steer clear of injuries we may just give the title a shake this year.

Hope this thread doesn't put the mocker on us.

 

[dragonssamy61]

The coaching team has done a terrific job in this regard, we definitely appear to be one of the fittest teams this year with the most balanced and dynamic forward pack.

Minh
Have to agree.
Pickworth and his team have done a great job.
They are fitter and are recovering quicker.

 

[mickeylane]

This is why I think a player like George Burgess would fly in our team as he would be in tip top shape prior to season commence

 

[dragonssamy61]

This is why I think a player like George Burgess would fly in our team as he would be in tip top shape prior to season commence

Is he willing to leave the rabbits and his brothers.
Have you heard something or not.

 

[Old Kogarah Boy 1]

Minh
Have to agree.
Pickworth and his team have done a great job.
They are fitter and are recovering quicker.

Think l need to hire him early Saturday mornings to get over my Friday night sessions!

The wife will be most impressed!

 

[Old Kogarah Boy 1]

This is why I think a player like George Burgess would fly in our team as he would be in tip top shape prior to season commence

It may pay for Burgess to leave the shadows of his brothers to make a go of it for himself.

 

[OLD FART DRAGON]

Have to agree pick worth has done a first class job,and yes we don't need soft players like Dugan, we need a fullback for a year like Michael Gordon,he's tough and smart,I think our younger fullbacks should not be rushed as for George burgess,,he will do well under pickworth he needs more fitness,,

 

[dragonssamy61]

Think l need to hire him early Saturday mornings to get over my Friday night sessions!

The wife will be most impressed!

When I see him i will see what he can do for OKB

 

[RedV Resurgence]

The next test of the fitness team is the off season lelua. They need to get him fit for FG.

 

[Old Kogarah Boy 1]

Have to agree pick worth has done a first class job,and yes we don't need soft players like Dugan, we need a fullback for a year like Michael Gordon,he's tough and smart,I think our younger fullbacks should not be rushed as for George burgess,,he will do well under pickworth he needs more fitness,,

I just wanted to acknowledge your forum name ........ love it you old fart!

( from another old fart )

 

[FlameThrower]

An unsung hero is Nathan Pickworth. He really has brought a lot to our club in terms of fitness.

A lot of ppl on here were sceptical on his signature as he was from an AFL background..
Off topic, I do also recall the forumn in meltdown when Mullholland left...looks like the Club did OK in both cases..

 

[Crush]

I think this and the leaderships revised playing style along with Vaughan, McInnes, Macdonald and Sims have put the team on a good footing this season.

The "leaderships" revised playing style.
Funny. Paul McGregor had nothing to do with it?