Just got back from the game...in summary:
Scrappy game with the conditions having an impact and also the lack of cohesion in each team due to SOO.
Firstly; the Broncos are a bloody good side and have a well balanced team - no Thaiday, Hodges or Civo made it difficult for them but with their normal side they are going to be right in it come finals time.
Parker, Hannant, Glenn and Te'o were busy tonight and bring aggresion to the side. Wallace looked a little rusty but has a good kicking game..not sure if he is the answer to NSW in SOO though as he seems a little hesitant when running the ball and Storm defended him quite easily.
A couple of dropped balls by the Broncos when on attack early in the game could have made this game a lot different but then Storm dropped a few as well.
Storm looked composed tonight. Lowrie, Hinchcliffe and Lowe were my picks in the forwards although Lowe did bring a bit of niggle that led to penalties. Slater became mor pominent as the game progressed and had a great second half. Cam Smith's leadership was lacking in the first half but he was the difference when he came on and the game was even to this point.
Both of these sides will have taken something away from this game...although the scoreline was impressive for the Storm, the Broncos now know that they can match it come finals time pending further injuries.
