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Race for Liam Martin goes up gear as new club enters hunt
November 1 is approaching.
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Thanks BobAlready been announced, Peter Wallace and Ben Gardener from the Tigers
@Blade23 Hey mate, are we a decent shot at retaining Leniu or is he probably leaving?
G’day Blade, who will be assisting Cleary now that Ciraldo and Webster are gone? Cheers
Already been announced, Peter Wallace and Ben Gardener from the Tigers
Do the bigwigs at the club have any interest in Nu Brown? In a good system I see loads of potential. Maybe a bit to similar to Soni Luke though.
Interesting. Obviously I hope we keep them all but I’d rank them:
1. Martin: primarily ranking him here based on our edge depth. After losing Capewell and Kikau in successive seasons, losing another edge would be a massive blow. Hopefully Hosking and Garner play well next season but I don’t see an obvious answer to who would replace him in 2024.
2. To’o: probably should be lower from a pure needs perspective as Turuva could take his spot in 2024 and do well. I just love the guy though so I’m ranking him here, he’s easily my favourite current Panther. He showed throughout the finals that he is still elite and we’d absolutely miss his carries.
3. Leniu: ranked here due to front row depth. Eisenhuth or Blacker could do well in his spot but Leniu has the ability to become truly elite if he can increase his minutes and output. Would also be the cheapest of the 4 to retain.
4. Crichton: ranked here based on the cost to retain him. He’s already on big money and will probably want an upgrade on that. At his best he’s elite but he can be fairly hot and cold at times. He’s still young though, seems to lift for finals and is a handy back up goal kicker. We also don’t have great depth at centre and I’m not 100% convinced about Jenkins.
What position does Harry play?The rumour is true. Harry Hassett has backflipped on the Dolphins. He will be staying here next year.
Great news - As I said 6 weeks ago.The rumour is true. Harry Hassett has backflipped on the Dolphins. He will be staying here next year.
Second rowWhat position does Harry play?
Is he good? ThanksSecond row
very good. SG Ball potyIs he good? Thanks
We now have lost seven starting players from our three grand final teams. Mansour, Tamou, Burton, Capewell, Momoroski, Kikau and Korasau. We have lost two bench players too. Tetavano and Naden.
In a way it sucks, but at the same time it keeps the squad hungry and motivated. A guy like Leota is a good example. Going great now, but he's been historically streaky, with lazy plays and mistakes in amongst his good energy. How much of the bad has disappeared from his game because he has young bucks like Leniu nipping at his heels? On the flip side, the knowledge that an opportunity may be coming gives the younger guys the drive to develop. Work hard, improve and the cap will do its thing and give you a shot in the best squad in the country.You can see further problems coming to. How do we offer Turuva a career? Get rid of To'o or May?
The salary cap is so brutal. We have built this team and now we have to get rid of loved sons like Leota or Leniu to stay compliant. It sucks.