Who would you like to see appointed as Dragons Coach for 2015 on

[St Georgio]

Signing a new coach is not something we should drag our heels with but all potential candidates should go through an interview process to select the best possible. The sooner one is signed, the more input they can have into some sort of recruitment plan for this season and the next. Personally, hope we chase a coach well outside our own systems and someone with experience and a proven track record.

+1

 

[possm]

If they name the new coach asap then the performances may drop knowing that they are playing for a guy who is not going to be there next year. Big mistake imo. Wait till the season is well and truly over as now if they can pull a few wins together they could still feature in the finals.

Can't see any benefits apart from less media coverage on this topic if they name the new coach asap.

Or they may all (especially those off contract for 2015) lift their game in an effort to impress the new coach.

Also the new coach will have some say in the 2015 squad and be in control from end of season 2014.

For me the earlier the better.

 

[getsmarty]

Tony Smith in frame to take over at Dragons

Adrian Proszenko May 31, 2014

Candidate: Tony Smith is a chance of taking the Dragons coaching job. Photo: Getty Images

Tony Smith could follow in the footsteps of brother Brian after he was sounded out to coach the Dragons next year.
St George Illawarra powerbrokers first got in contact with Smith about taking over as coach in January, which effectively meant Steve Price was a dead man walking even before a ball had been kicked this season.
Lismore-born Smith, 47, a former Great Britain mentor, is enjoying success with Super League club Warrington after stints with Huddersford and Leeds. He guided the Rhinos to a win at his first season at the club and the Wolves, in fifth spot on this season's table, have been a consistent performer during his tenure.
Smith has an affinity with the joint-venture club, having played for both of its entities before they merged. A crafty five-eighth, he scored nine tries from 37 games for the Illawarra Steelers before notching 28 appearances, including the 1992 grand final, for St George under older brother Brian.
Should Smith accept the position, it would continue his family's long tradition with the Red V. Brian Smith coached 118 games between 1991 and 1995 and also held the clipboard at Illawarra for four seasons.
Those close to Smith report that he is happy with his lot at Warrington and it remains to be seen whether he would trade that in for the pressure of NRL coaching. However, Dragons officials hope the lure of returning to the famous club will be too strong.


http://m.smh.com.au/rugby-league/le...e-to-take-over-at-dragons-20140531-zrtre.html

 

[St Benny]

Can the person who voted for young please take this seriously

 

[Jooeeyy]

Thats word around the campfire. Doust lied they have already signed Neil before they fired Price

 

[dwight12]

Good news if true. Reliable source?

 

[Jooeeyy]

Ex dragon player very close to the Leagues club

 

[possm]

Thats word around the campfire. Doust lied they have already signed Neil before they fired Price

A popular choice in the poll.

If true it's really not a bad option; at least he is a first grade coach. One wonders why he is not with the Dragons right now?

But I very much doubt what you say and would like to see evidence of your story.

You know a link, a quote maybe even a Friday announcement.

 

[Mr Red]

If true it's really not a bad option; at least he is a first grade coach. One wonders why he is not with the Dragons right now?

But I very much doubt what you say and would like to see evidence of your story.

You know a link, a quote maybe even a Friday announcement.

yeah.. was he spotted looking at properties in Blakehurst ??

 

[Como Connection]

Thats word around the campfire. Doust lied they have already signed Neil before they fired Price

Well last Wednesday when I spoke to him, all he said was his manager was talking to Doust next day which would have been 29th, then I told Sheens was at Steelers the day before, his reply was "oh was he", that does not fit with being signed before they fired Price.
Look I hope he gets the job and if so, boy will I have more inside information to pass on.

 

[jenninga]

Well last Wednesday when I spoke to him, all he said was his manager was talking to Doust next day which would have been 29th, then I told Sheens was at Steelers the day before, his reply was "oh was he", that does not fit with being signed before they fired Price.
Look I hope he gets the job and if so, boy will I have more inside information to pass on.

:lol::lol:

 

[Jooeeyy]

He said that it was fairly recent that he signed with St George. It was between last Wednesday - Saturday. I don't remember the exact day sorry

 

[dwight12]

He said that it was fairly recent that he signed with St George. It was between last Wednesday - Saturday. I don't remember the exact day sorry

Any idea on when the club will be announcing the signing?

 

[St Georgio]

I am hoping for Tony Smith. but Henry will be OK.
The sooner we hear something the happier I will be.

 

[pinkmoon]

Well last Wednesday when I spoke to him, all he said was his manager was talking to Doust next day which would have been 29th, then I told Sheens was at Steelers the day before, his reply was "oh was he", that does not fit with being signed before they fired Price.
Look I hope he gets the job and if so, boy will I have more inside information to pass on.

:lol: this some great spin....you've never got one thing right, but I admire your persistence.

 

[Jooeeyy]

No but knowing Doust he will probably milk this for as long as he can (LOL).

 

[possm]

No but knowing Doust he will probably milk this for as long as he can (LOL).

I can't see any advantage in 'milking' (delaying the announcement).

I believe that a decision on the head coach for 2015 would give certainty and confidence to all concerned.

 

[64 Dragon]

If we have appointed a new coach already for 2015, it would surely be made public as soon as possible. He would want to start as early as possible to start building his team for next year.
The hiring and firing should start as soon as possible. Although if any of our players are told they are not wanted for next year, they won't put in a effort this year. Oh wait............

 

[Jooeeyy]

Most likely if they are going make a statement it would be after the June 30 deadline.

 

[Jubileeboy]

mmmhhh....forgive me for being sceptical on these last few posts.

Is that you Piggy?