2024 World Club Challenge

[jane the pain]

But surely you admit that an increase in games played increases that risk of injury? I'm not saying that we should keep players from playing or not to give this game the respect I feel is deserved, but it's not an invalid point as you so eloquently put it.

I do, however, once again @Luke Bowden, missed the point.

 

[ACTPanthers]

I do, however, once again @Luke Bowden, missed the point.

At the risk of getting into some kind of slanging match, I think it's you who may have missed the point... What exactly are you trying to argue? That there is a risk of injury no matter the game? We all know that, and I agree to a certain extent. But Luke is, from what I can gather, just saying that the players going 100% has its risks (that being an increased chance of injury to our more important players).

 

[MrBlack]

Lets not forget that this is Clearys first game back after a significant knee injury.

How hard will he push himself for this one??
Does he want to just get a decent hit out prior to the regular season starting??

What is the focus of the rest of the team?? The WCC or the start of the NRL??

The narrative in this thread will change significantly if Cleary reinjures his knee.......

As a fan I want to win every game, but not at all cost.

Luckily as a fan, I only need to form an opinion, I dont have to make any decisions (thats for Coach Cleary)

 

[jane the pain]

At the risk of getting into some kind of slanging match, I think it's you who may have missed the point... What exactly are you trying to argue? That there is a risk of injury no matter the game? We all know that, and I agree to a certain extent. But Luke is, from what I can gather, just saying that the players going 100% has its risks (that being an increased chance of injury to our more important players).

That's exactly what I'm getting at.

 

[ACTPanthers]

That's exactly what I'm getting at.

Ok and that's a valid point, much like Lukes point that there is an increased risk of injury.

So glad we could get to this point without arguing Hope you're having a great day

 

[Luke Bowden]

I am capable of explaining. Injuries can, and do, happen during the regular season. Yes I do realise that competition points are at stake. My point is you can't wrap the players in cotton wool. Have I made myself clear now?

You absolutely can wrap players up in cotton wool during the preseason.

If the game means nothing we can play Nathan for half a game and tell him to not take the line on.

This 100% what all the other clubs will be doing and it’s what we should be doing.

 

[soc123_au]

Lets not forget that this is Clearys first game back after a significant knee injury.

How hard will he push himself for this one??
Does he want to just get a decent hit out prior to the regular season starting??

What is the focus of the rest of the team?? The WCC or the start of the NRL??

The narrative in this thread will change significantly if Cleary reinjures his knee.......

As a fan I want to win every game, but not at all cost.

Luckily as a fan, I only need to form an opinion, I dont have to make any decisions (thats for Coach Cleary)

Pretty much this. What we want or think matters little in the end. It's just fun and interesting to discuss it amongst ourselves. The day Ivan pops into LU for a bit of insight over a tough decision is the day it's time to retire.

In saying that I hope we put on a cricket score and treat the soap dodgers to masterclass in Rugba Leeg. Ni injuries though, we have a 4th to win.

 

[Luke Bowden]

I do, however, once again @Luke Bowden, missed the point.

What’s the point Jane? Injuries happen in football??

 

[soc123_au]

You absolutely can wrap players up in cotton wool during the preseason.

If the game means nothing we can play Nathan for half a game and tell him to not take the line on.

This 100% what all the other clubs will be doing and it’s what we should be doing.

Cotton wool has no place in the game. If you play a player, then they need to play as they normally would, playing ginger increases the chance of injury.

 

[jane the pain]

What’s the point Jane? Injuries happen in football??

Bingo.

 

[MrBlack]

Pretty much this. What we want or think matters little in the end. It's just fun and interesting to discuss it amongst ourselves. The day Ivan pops into LU for a bit of insight over a tough decision is the day it's time to retire.

In saying that I hope we put on a cricket score and treat the soap dodgers to masterclass in Rugba Leeg. Ni injuries though, we have a 4th to win.

No one doubts that our best game will destroy any team in the Super League (have a look at the lines ups here....)

Whether we bring it or not, or even choose to bring it??? That is all we are discussing here.

It's just great to be discussing games again........ (no more off season bull$hit)

 

[Luke Bowden]

Bingo.

Oh good. You agree with me.

would have been easier if you just said that in first place instead of saying that it was an invalid point.

 

[jane the pain]

Oh good. You agree with me.

would have been easier if you just said that in first place instead of saying that it was an invalid point.

I have Luke. It's not my problem that you appear to have problems comprehending what others have written.

I do believe that this game is important. That's all I'm going to say.

 

[Luke Bowden]

Cotton wool has no place in the game. If you play a player, then they need to play as they normally would, playing ginger increases the chance of injury.

Not playing ginger.

Just playing smart. Half backs pass and kick a lot more, no taking on the line.

Teams run smarter lines that are going to increase the chances of front on defence instead of lateral.

And mostly, they manage minutes.

For example Dylan Edwards playing 80 mins in England, running for 200+ metres is not ideal…

 

[Luke Bowden]

I have Luke. It's not my problem that you appear to have problems comprehending what others have written.

I do believe that this game is important. That's all I'm going to say.

Jane, the moment you start making sense to me is the moment I will seek the help of a trained professional.

 

[jane the pain]

Ok and that's a valid point, much like Lukes point that there is an increased risk of injury.

So glad we could get to this point without arguing Hope you're having a great day

I don't have any problems with you. Unfortunately @Luke Bowden has decided to turn this into a personal attack. That's juvenile and uncalled for. Personally I couldn't care less.

 

[jane the pain]

Jane, the moment you start making sense to me is the moment I will seek the help of a trained professional.

There's no need for that comment. Grow up.

 

[Luke Bowden]

There's no need for that comment. Grow up.

You make no sense Jane. That’s just facts.

 

[jane the pain]

You make no sense Jane. That’s just facts.

In your opinion. Now you better get the treatment, you so desperately need.

 

[soc123_au]

Not playing ginger.

Just playing smart. Half backs pass and kick a lot more, no taking on the line.

Teams run smarter lines that are going to increase the chances of front on defence instead of lateral.

And mostly, they manage minutes.

For example Dylan Edwards playing 80 mins in England, running for 200+ metres is not ideal…

Managing minutes for sure. I don't see Nathan not running when he sees something though.