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  1. Dennis Papaioannou

    WHAT DO THE FANS REALLY WANT?

    I was thinking overnight that maybe it's possible to simplify what the issues are with respect to the malaise we are experiencing. In the end the conclusion I came to revolves around what do league fans really care about and admire about their team. 2 things stood out: (a) Style of football our...
  2. Dennis Papaioannou

    Hystrionics in the Coach's box

    Watching McGregor in the coach's box just highlighted the fact that he has no clue as to how to change the Team's fortunes. Burying his head in his hands. Slapping the desk he was sitting at. Rocking back in his chair in frustration and exasperation. These theatrics are just the culmination of...
  3. Dennis Papaioannou

    FOX SPORTS COMMENTARY- "What has gone wrong with the Dragons?"

    LINK: https://www.foxsports.com.au/nrl/nrl-premiership/nrl-roundtable-dragons-demise-top-8-contenders-and-title-darkhorses/news-story/b34a08f5565d1e57db719dcc9405c363 ADMIN EDIT: PLEASE REMEMBER TO INCLUDE URL LINK TO ORIGINAL SOURCE AS DONE ABOVE FOR YOU - THIS IS A FORUM RULE Fox League...
  4. Dennis Papaioannou

    REMINDER OF MCGREGOR'S CONTRACT EXTENSION ANNOUNCEMENT

    Here are the words of our CEO Brian Johnston as he announced Paul McGregor's extension 7 games ago. The last endorsement by the Chairman highlights the real problem that we have. "Dragons chief executive Brian Johnston said the decision to re-sign McGregor was one made on the basis of several...
  5. Dennis Papaioannou

    REUBEN GARRICK

    Watching Rueben Garrick continue to develop at Manly, I really question the way we identify talent. This young fellow has size, speed to burn and is a very competent goal kicker. Yet couldn't get a sniff under McGregor. Moves to Manly under Hasler is doing himself proud. This is a young guy who...
  6. Dennis Papaioannou

    MELBOURNE vs EASTS Game - a preview of what it takes to win a Premiership.

    Anyone who watched the Melbourne vs Easts match tonight just viewed two of the best teams in the comp in action. They went hammer and tongs for 85 minutes with a field goal separating them in the end. This is clearly the benchmark. Both these teams are coached by individuals that have a win/Loss...
  7. Dennis Papaioannou

    The Importance of a Top Line Coach

    Just watching the way Manly played today against a table topping Souths side, I have nothing but admiration for the way Des has pulled them together and got them firing. Even taking into account that Reynolds had an off day with the boot, it was still a gutsy effort. Ostensibly the same playing...
  8. Dennis Papaioannou

    Proud to be a St. George Supporter

    We can analyze the last two games ad nauseum but in general, all fans want is for their team to be competitive and never give up. That's what we witnessed last night. I thought the game against the Broncos was a wonderful surprise that was built on gritty defence and huge games by Sims, the rest...
  9. Dennis Papaioannou

    Heart and Soul of the Mighty Saints

    In our most dire moment, it may be appropriate to remember what St. George is all about and what it means to wear the big Red V Forget the "Dragons" forget the Illawarra suffix. St. George means St. George and nothing else. We are and always will be "The Saints" I came across this mini...
  10. Dennis Papaioannou

    What's happened to McInnes?

    After a stellar start to the season, what has happened to McInnes? Looks to have regressed to a dark place. Doesn't run the ball as much as he used to. Even his work rate and effectiveness in defence is well down. He was comprehensively outplayed by the young Parramatta hooker last night. I...
  11. Dennis Papaioannou

    The trouble with St. George Illawarra

    After reading another journalistic masterpiece by the Illawarra Mercury, it occurred to me that we have a coach who does not have a true grasp of reality. To my dismay, this is what I read. "It’s a scenario that seemed unthinkable even a month ago, but McGregor said his side’s belief hasn’t...
  12. Dennis Papaioannou

    MELBOURNE THE BENCHMARK

    Just watched Melbourne decimate Canberra. They are, without a doubt, the team to beat this year. They played near perfect football. 1, Kicking game was smart tactically and precise. Canberra came to play but were destroyed by Smith and Munster and Hughes' implementation of Bellamy;s game plan...
  13. Dennis Papaioannou

    WHATEVER HAPPENED TO THE END OF SEASON REVIEW 2017??

    After a disastrous capitulation in 2017 which culminated in red faced embarrassment for all involved with the St. George Illawarra NRL team, there is still no official statement, assessment or explanation forthcoming from the club. As hard as it is to rationalize and make excuses for, the club...
  14. Dennis Papaioannou

    Channel 9 - Ray Warren tribute to 50 years of televising GRAND FINALS

    I was watching a replay of this year's Grand Final and in the lead up, Ray Warren paid tribute to 50 years of televising the great event live to the masses. During that eloquent presentation he highlighted many of the Grand Final winners over the years including many highlights. To my dismay...
  15. Dennis Papaioannou

    JOEL THOMPSON TO MANLY?

    Just read on the Nine website that a Joel Thompson is about to be traded to Manly. If this is true, then what do you think will happen to our well performing pack of forwards. Something about this does not make sense. Why would we let one of our best forwards go to Manly with one more year to...
  16. Dennis Papaioannou

    NEW RECRUITS 2018

    A lot is riding on the arrival of Ben Hunt and now also James Graham in 2018 After watching Hunt play today it just re affirms the fact that he is only human after all and maybe we should temper our expectations in terms of the impact he will have next year. 1. Will Hunt he be able to develop a...
  17. Dennis Papaioannou

    REQUIEM OF A FOOTY SEASON

    Now that the dust has settled on another disappointing, pride swallowing season, I think it is appropriate to ask the question Why? 1. Stats vs. Results Team rankings Points scored - 5th (3rd best points differential +81) Tries scored - 5th All Runs - 1st All Run Metres - 1st Line breaks - 2nd...
  18. Dennis Papaioannou

    ITS OFFICIAL!

    After leading the comp early on and looking comfortable in the 8 for most of the season, Penrith's win today has officially left us floundering. We no longer have our destiny in our own hands and now depend on other results going our way. Season fade outs have now become our trademark and...
  19. Dennis Papaioannou

    Trent Barrett Press Conference

    I thought Barrett showed what it takes to be a FG coach in his press conference. His team had just been annihilated by 50 points and he sat there and took full responsibility for what transpired. No excuses, no deflections, no hard luck stories - he just copped it sweet. Maybe McGregor should...
  20. Dennis Papaioannou

    Latu - Packer replacement

    Doesn't look like he will be at Penrith next year. Couple of clubs interested but would be a good replacement for Packer. Big and aggressive that can also offload. Still pretty young - long term prospect. Thoughts?

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