Fantastic win even if it took a year off my life and gave me a few thousand more grey hairs. If Latu can have some uninterrupted footy he could be a very good well into the future. His defence is solid.
Special shout out to Staines who I've been critical of. I'd say he was very close to our best today. And To'a who played the whole 2nd half in serious pain. Just gutsed it out like a warrior. And Taruva. Some great try saves in the 1st half and played almost like an extra middle in the second.
My only criticism is that we really look unfit, which is a major concern. We were completely gassed with 25 minutes to go. I don't know what to make of that.
The biggest reason Latu is a better half is he...
- naturally plays more direct
- varies his game and looks to involve other players
- quicker and stronger in the hips
- can pass beautifully left and right
- doesn't lack confidence
- defends really well
- potential cult following
- nice guy, not arrogant, humble
- has a better haircut
Galvin
- naturally does the opposite of above.
It's only the start of Latu's Wests Tigers career. I'm excited.