He had a few elite players in his squad at the rabbits, I am happy to develop players, but we have been basically the worst side in the NRL for a decade and we should expect better.I dont really get the impression that Madge is a "buy elites" kinda coach.
He seems to much prefer younger players on the way up. The fact he seemed pretty uninterested in Latrell I think proves this. It was head office pushing this, not the coach.
I dont really get the impression that Madge is a "buy elites" kinda coach.
He seems to much prefer younger players on the way up. The fact he seemed pretty uninterested in Latrell I think proves this. It was head office pushing this, not the coach.
Can't believe Eisenhuth has been dropped after all the work, metres and tackles he has done over the past 6-8 weeks. Should be there instead of Clark who offers absolutely nothing as a prop.
Apparently he is injured. Been playing with a strapped knee I think, now that Twal is back it gives Madge the luxury to rest him.
Just when I was beginning to like the guy.
https://www.news.com.au/sport/nrl/b...s/news-story/905b0abb76d94946c2f8f2cdc3be5039
Brad Fittler puts Sharks, Dragons, Tigers and Panthers in NRL merger debate to solve ‘identity crisis’
Brad Fittler has thrown the Sharks, Dragons, Tigers and Panthers in the firing line in a push to reduce the number of Sydney NRL teams.
Yes, he didn't mention Easts & Souths?People like Fittler have never been fans.
Yes, he didn't mention Easts & Souths?
I don't see mergers happening, but I would like to see 2 X 12 team comps with a promotion & relegation system.No mention of the most obvious merger? Parramatta and Penrith?
He's probably just parroting what his bum boy, Mitchell Moses, says.
Have heard Fitler is a bum boy.No mention of the most obvious merger? Parramatta and Penrith?
He's probably just parroting what his bum boy, Mitchell Moses, says.
Other than a famous surname and a few trys at a nines tournament I just don't think he's anything special.St George had agreed that Tristan sailor was going to loaned to the Wests Tigers. However signing Asu ended this..
I noticed that too.
They get a bit of a high profile and then go on to say stupid and damaging things as some kind of dumb solution to something they don’t know about.
It’s all meaningless if you don’t win, nothing much has changed.5 good Madge points:
1. good players are arriving. Blore, Grant turned up, bj and Lucy have been good, stefano, ad is here. More are coming. A couple of halves, backs, we are in business. Can’t work miracles overnight.
2. The forwards continue to impress. My fave JA, Twal and Packer has lifted 4 gears. Eiso. Nofo is try leader on the wing in the comp. Clark and sey putting their hands up lately. Desire.
3. All teams need to improve each year, we are much stronger and tougher than last year. Finally having 80 minute games, played great footy against the panthers, didn’t give up v eels like last year. Can get out there and belt other sides. Put the hammer down against broncs. Held them scoreless. Just f**ked them beyond saving. Some great spells in defence this year. Total blockout v panthers under seige for ages. Only happy killed us in an amazing night for him. Tough footy when required.
4. Whole of squad system to cover for lapses in form, injuries, makes the cruel decisions, talks the boys up, engenders confidence and self belief. the boys turn up. It’s taken awhile, but I sense the hunger.
5. On paper, we should be 9-12, but we’ve had our dalliances into the top 8. Players are generally brought in when it’s right and sacked when it’s right. Good system below Madge.
All this with a couple of passengers, beloved rowdy, Steve McQueen and bloody mbye around our necks. The Brooks affair has been tough. MCK, poor kid.
Let’s avoid our chronic goal kicker issue. That’s a real problem. But ffs, no Esan to bet against.
Plus his club duties and press conferences, he speaks well, takes responsibility and never talks shit. He’s likeable and approachable.
So I’m prepared to offer him about 5k more per game than Mary for the hope and promise.
I’m predicting a few elites by 2022. If Harry comes back, we could be well up there.
Coaching is about inspiration not just recruitment, he’s lifting the players. Same paging at times. That broncos game, close if not best performance since gf. I don’t know anyone who thinks we haven’t climbed up some rungs this year.
The sponsors love him. They are pleased. That’s important as they will continue to pump the dough in. A delivery company sponsor during a pandemic Is pretty secure.
Anyway that’s what’s I think, could well be wrong, fine and happy if folks disagree.
All that said, the club always comes first. I’m prepared to plot and plan to get our man at an affordable rate. No one is indispensable.
That kick in behind he made for the try last night was a nice touch.Other than a famous surname and a few trys at a nines tournament I just don't think he's anything special.
I had the 'pleasure' of meeting a few of these dropkicks at a country carnival way back when. Mario Fenech was the only decent one. Just dont mention the time Benny got him sent off for biting his own arm.