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Go on Moz... Smash him. He's asking for it. Or maybe he's making excuses already :roll:
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Sharks' Ross fears high shot from Morley
Friday, April 7, 2006 - 5:27 PM
Ben Ross fears Sydney Roosters enforcer Adrian Morley will let fly with one of his "wayward shots" on the Cronulla prop's injured face when the NRL teams meet at Toyota Park on Saturday night.
Ross will play for the second consecutive week with a fractured cheekbone and broken nose suffered in a match against Manly a fortnight ago.
The Queensland Origin forward admitted the injuries - caused by a sickening collision with Sea Eagles prop Jason King - had dented his confidence during Cronulla's 24-22 victory over South Sydney last weekend.
Ross told AAP he felt much better this week but expressed concern over Morley, who has an unwanted reputation of sailing close to the wind in defence.
"I know I can expect some hits on it," former Penrith prop Ross said about his cheekbone and nose.
"I'm just worried that Morley's known for his wayward shots on the face.
"He doesn't mean to do it but if one of those connects on my face then I'm in a bit of trouble.
"It's something I'll think about as the game goes on but I'll go out there and hopefully play my normally game."
Morley has already landed in trouble with the judiciary this year, copping a two-match suspension for a high shot on Souths halfback Ben Walker, who suffered concussion and a knee injury from the crunching hit.
Ross, 25, was disappointed with his performance in the win over Souths, especially considering Queensland selector Alan Smith was watching on.
"I think he's back again this weekend so it'd be good to put in a good performance against the Roosters," Ross noted.
The facial injuries certainly didn't help his cause against a woeful Souths outfit.
"It did affect my performance but this week has been a lot better," Ross pointed out.
"It hasn't hampered my training in any way and I've done everything I can to prepare for the game so hopefully it'll be in the back of my mind but not too much."
The Roosters and the Sharks have looked unconvincing early in the season as both teams continue working on new combinations following the arrival of several fresh faces.
In a worrying sign, Morley this week admitted the Roosters forwards were no longer the benchmark for aggression in the NRL but Ross believes they still pose a big threat, even without their intimidation of past years.
"They got new fellas coming in and they have to get that fear factor back," Ross said.
"You've still got (Craig) Fitzgibbon, Ashley Harrison and Chris Flannery, all quality players who have played for their state or country.
"They're a pack to be feared but in a different way.
"They've got the experience and the skill, everything that needs to be in a forward pack.
"They can still sting you in a minute if you knock off."
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Sharks' Ross fears high shot from Morley
Friday, April 7, 2006 - 5:27 PM
Ben Ross fears Sydney Roosters enforcer Adrian Morley will let fly with one of his "wayward shots" on the Cronulla prop's injured face when the NRL teams meet at Toyota Park on Saturday night.
Ross will play for the second consecutive week with a fractured cheekbone and broken nose suffered in a match against Manly a fortnight ago.
The Queensland Origin forward admitted the injuries - caused by a sickening collision with Sea Eagles prop Jason King - had dented his confidence during Cronulla's 24-22 victory over South Sydney last weekend.
Ross told AAP he felt much better this week but expressed concern over Morley, who has an unwanted reputation of sailing close to the wind in defence.
"I know I can expect some hits on it," former Penrith prop Ross said about his cheekbone and nose.
"I'm just worried that Morley's known for his wayward shots on the face.
"He doesn't mean to do it but if one of those connects on my face then I'm in a bit of trouble.
"It's something I'll think about as the game goes on but I'll go out there and hopefully play my normally game."
Morley has already landed in trouble with the judiciary this year, copping a two-match suspension for a high shot on Souths halfback Ben Walker, who suffered concussion and a knee injury from the crunching hit.
Ross, 25, was disappointed with his performance in the win over Souths, especially considering Queensland selector Alan Smith was watching on.
"I think he's back again this weekend so it'd be good to put in a good performance against the Roosters," Ross noted.
The facial injuries certainly didn't help his cause against a woeful Souths outfit.
"It did affect my performance but this week has been a lot better," Ross pointed out.
"It hasn't hampered my training in any way and I've done everything I can to prepare for the game so hopefully it'll be in the back of my mind but not too much."
The Roosters and the Sharks have looked unconvincing early in the season as both teams continue working on new combinations following the arrival of several fresh faces.
In a worrying sign, Morley this week admitted the Roosters forwards were no longer the benchmark for aggression in the NRL but Ross believes they still pose a big threat, even without their intimidation of past years.
"They got new fellas coming in and they have to get that fear factor back," Ross said.
"You've still got (Craig) Fitzgibbon, Ashley Harrison and Chris Flannery, all quality players who have played for their state or country.
"They're a pack to be feared but in a different way.
"They've got the experience and the skill, everything that needs to be in a forward pack.
"They can still sting you in a minute if you knock off."
