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[APRIL BELLE]

Brisbane Norths best Parra in SGBall 26 - 20

Parra beat Brisbane Norths in Harold Matts 38 - 24

 

[Fin077]

Dogs 32 - Newtown 26 - SG Ball
Dogs 38 - Townsville 16 - Matts

Manly were leading Townsville 24-12 at the Half in the other SG Ball game.

 

[roopy]

Knights lost to storm in both Matts and Ball

 

[girvie]

Knights lost to storm in both Matts and Ball

Knights won Harold Matthews.

 

[blackandwhite]

:crazy::crazy:

Knights won Harold Matthews.

ARL National U/16 Competition (Harold Matthews)
Newcastle 34 def Central Coast 10

Central Coast storm won 34 - 10 over Knights in Mathews U16s
Melbourne Storm won 22 - 16 over Knights in SG Ball u18

 

[Deetroy72]

sg manly won against townsville stingers 36 to 18

 

[juuniorfan]

So in the Sg ball it will be

Melbourne Vs Manly
Bulldogs Vs Norths

And in the Harold Matthews

Parra Vs Wests
Bulldogs Vs Newcastle

It looks their is a good chance of being two Bulldogs teams in the grand final which I think will be the first time ever! Which is good signs for the club!

And also in the SG Ball their is a good chance it might be two interstate teams! Which would be very Different if norths can beat the Dogs and Melbourne can knock off Manly

 

[scruffy]

Good luck to the dogs in SG Ball, they fought back well after a slow start and proved to me that they could win arm wrestles not just walk overs. From what I saw yesterday at Shark Park it's a shame both teams(Dogs and Jets) didn't meet further into the finals, Jets fault for dropping games during their injury crisis in early rounds. Mind you the injuries were inflicted by the dogs, probably some karma there. As you can tell I'm a jets supporter and it's exciting to know that there were seven u/17 players in the starting 13, if they stay together they should have a great 2010. In my opinion the dogs #6 was the difference between the two teams.

 

[yappy]

Go you mighty Magpies!

 

[Dogaholic]

Good luck to the dogs in SG Ball, they fought back well after a slow start and proved to me that they could win arm wrestles not just walk overs. From what I saw yesterday at Shark Park it's a shame both teams(Dogs and Jets) didn't meet further into the finals, Jets fault for dropping games during their injury crisis in early rounds. Mind you the injuries were inflicted by the dogs, probably some karma there. As you can tell I'm a jets supporter and it's exciting to know that there were seven u/17 players in the starting 13, if they stay together they should have a great 2010. In my opinion the dogs #6 was the difference between the two teams.

I think you are talking about Ali Hijazi. He has been in the team of the week nearly every week. Nathan Massey also returned from injury and played well apparently.

 

[juuniorfan]

Good luck to the dogs in SG Ball, they fought back well after a slow start and proved to me that they could win arm wrestles not just walk overs. From what I saw yesterday at Shark Park it's a shame both teams(Dogs and Jets) didn't meet further into the finals, Jets fault for dropping games during their injury crisis in early rounds. Mind you the injuries were inflicted by the dogs, probably some karma there. As you can tell I'm a jets supporter and it's exciting to know that there were seven u/17 players in the starting 13, if they stay together they should have a great 2010. In my opinion the dogs #6 was the difference between the two teams.

That is awesome! I was at the game noticed use did have a few 17 year olds which is awesome news for the jets next year. A real young core with your halves both being 17 and your fullback also!
To be honest our number 6 was the difference in my belief almsot costing us the game. He is an awesome player, but it definitly wasn't one of his best games, I think 3 of his kicks were charged down.
The dogs front row i think was the difference, Their was no standout performances in the whole match, it was a well fought battle between two teams never giving up not wanting to lose to the other!! I dont think one player in the either side could be disappointed with how they played. It was an awesome game

The things i noticed the most was the dogs defence in the second half comapred to the first half. The first half they got sucked in down the middle big time and thats what caused the jets to score tries around the dogs cause they were getting sucked in so much. In the second half the dogs worked alot harder and from both sides rushed up and shut the play down many times saving a number of tries. Those deserved of mention were both wingers and the halfback.

And it is very true I wish they could of met further into the finals!

 

[juuniorfan]

I think you are talking about Ali Hijazi. He has been in the team of the week nearly every week. Nathan Massey also returned from injury and played well apparently.

Ali Hijazi is playing centre. Nathan Massey is such an awesome talent!

 

[lifesgood]

Bulldogs Harold Matthews Report

The Bulldogs Harold Matthews side survived a first half scare to power past a courageous Townsville Stringers to win 38-16 in the Quarter Final clash at Toyota Park. The victory makes it 11 wins from as many matches for the Bulldogs as they'll face Newcastle in semi final action next weekend.
It wasn't all one-way traffic for the Bulldogs as they trailed 10-0 early on. The Bulldogs were shell shocked early on by the onslaught by the Stingers and faced their toughest challenge from an unknown quantity. The Bulldogs got onto the board through Anthony Boyd-Myers when he scored a determined try from dummy half to make the score 10-6 Townsville's way, which remained the score until half-time.
The experience and professionalism of the Bulldogs outfit told in the second half as they gained momentum and had too much class and superior fitness for the Townsville outfit scoring six tries in after the half-time break.
David Klemmer crashed over to level up the scores at 10-all and the Bulldogs hit the lead when Josh Rainbow crossed over. Townsville bundled up a chip kick put through by the Bulldogs with captain Samisoni Langi on the spot to score under the posts and at 22-10 the Bulldogs confidence was sky high.
Lelani Latu was too strong for the Stringers defence to crash over for the Bulldogs 5th try following excellent lead up work by Brenden Santi and soon after David Minute proved unstoppable scoring his 13th try of the season. Wilson Faanoi crossed for the Bulldogs final try to make the score 38-10.
Townsville to their credit never gave up and was rewarded with a late try to make the score 38-16 in favour of the Bulldogs.
The Stingers did the Townsville district proud with their effort, but the hardened experience and professionalism of the Bulldogs tolled in the second half, but Townsville gave them a massive scare in the opening 30 minutes as they came out breathing fire.

Best for the Bulldogs included Peter Irwin, Brayden Motti, Matthew f**kof**ka and Brenden Santi.

 

[lifesgood]

Bulldogs Sg Ball Report

The Bulldogs SG Ball side had to overcome several hurdles to defeat bogey side Newtown 32-26 in the Quarter Finals after being down 18-4 at one stage.

It was a gutsy win by the Bulldogs as they had to dig deep and in the end had to show the attacking prowess that has made them a dangerous force this season.

Newtown has been the only side to defeat the Bulldogs this season at SG Ball level with a 20-16 in the opening match of the season and when the Jets raced to an 18-4 lead the signs was ominous that the Bulldogs season would start and end with losses against Newtown. Last year the Roosters ended the Bulldogs SG Ball season in the semi finals and the Jets this year took over from the Roosters as the SG Ball side.

The Bulldogs made a promising start with Aidan Sezer scoring the opening try, but Newtown produced three unanswered tries, which were all converted to lead 18-4.

Two tries before half-time and both setup by fullback Nathan Massey put the Bulldogs within two points at the break. Massey created the Bulldogs second try when a nice long pass found winger Ratu Tagive to score in the corner. Massey was involved again when made a long break down field and a few tackles later captain Liam Ayoub crossed over.

Newtown scored moments into the second half to lead 22-16, but the Bulldogs got within two points when Richard Irwin scored a fine try from 30m out. The try was unconverted with the Jets holding a slender two-point lead.

The Bulldogs needed some inspiration to put the game into their control and it was left to front-rower Teni Waipouri to provide the key match-winning moments. An excellent flick pass by Waipouri allowed second-rower Ben Aualiitia to score and moments later the powerful prop crashed over the Bulldogs surged to a 32-22 lead.

Newtown added interest late in the match when the scored to bring the margin within a converted try, but the Bulldogs defence held firm as they advanced to the final four where they hope to avenge for the disappointment of last year.

Best for the Bulldogs included Dale Finucane, Teni Waipouri and Liam Ayoub.

The Bulldogs will play Brisbane Norths next Saturday at St Marys Leagues Club Stadium with the winner to play Melbourne or Manly in the Grand Final.

 

[Dogaholic]

Ali Hijazi is playing centre. Nathan Massey is such an awesome talent!

My mistake. You are correct

 

[Dogaholic]

2009 SG Ball Round 1 - Team of the Week

1. Alistair Beale (Penrith)
2. Cruise Iosefa (Western Sydney)
3. Ratu Tagive (Bulldogs)
4. Guy Borgas (Gold Coast)
5. Jorge Taufua (Parramatta)
6. Jason Annear (Manly)
7. Shane Brown (North Sydney)
8. Sampson Manu’a (Newtown)
9. Dane Malone (Cronulla)
10. Lomini Latu (St George)
11. Kenny Bromwich (Melbourne)
12. Patrick O’Hanlon (Parramatta)
13. Blake Austin (Penrith)
14. Chad Townsend (Cronulla)
15. Luke Akau'ola (South Sydney)
16. Mitch Williams (Newcastle)
17. Boyd Cordner (Newtown)

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2009 SG Ball Round 2 - Team of the Week

1. Nathan Massey (Bulldogs)
2. Faleula Finau (Balmain)
3. Rory Brien (Parramatta)
4. Josh Portlock (Manly)
5. Eddie Faamusili (Melbourne)
6. Shayne Moran (St George)
7. Jacob Miller (Newtown)
8. Magnus Stromquist (Manly)
9. Patrick Politoni (Balmain)
10. Adam Brent (Newtown)
11. Aaron Bruce (Cronulla)
12. Patrick O’Hanlon (Parramatta)
13.Dale Finucane (Bulldogs)

14. Chad Townsend (Cronulla)
15. Craig Smith (St George)
16. Alex McKinnon (Illawarra)
17. Kenny Bromich (Melbourne)

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2009 SG Ball Round 3 - Team of the Week

1. Nathan Massey (Bulldogs)
2. Jake Webster (Manly)
3. Jayden Tavita (Parramatta)
4. Ali Hijazi (Bulldogs)
5. Rowen Klein (Gold Coast)
6. Tunui Joseph (Wests)
7. Kyle Mallyon (St George)
8. Jack Stockwell (Illawarra)
9. Chris Knight (Newcastle)
10. Magnus Stromquist (Manly)
11. David Uhi (St George)
12. Chris Thomas (Bulldogs)
13. Boyd Cordner (Newtown)

14. Blake Matthews (Souths)
15. William Smith (Newcastle)
16. PJ Asiata (Parramatta)
17. Lain Windley (Gold Coast)

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2009 SG Ball Round 4 - Team of the Week

1. Nathan Massey (Bulldogs)
2. Nathan Green (St George)
3. Brayden Williame (Central Coast)
4. Guy Borgus (Gold Coast)
5. Chris Ulugia (Parramatta)
6. Dewayne Sampson (Central Coast)
7. Matt Srama (Gold Coast)
8. Sepati Afu (Melbourne)
9. Damien Cook (Illawarra)
10. Jake Finn (Newcastle)
11. Krys Freeman (Parramatta)
12. Kilifi Tia-Kilifi (Penrith)
13. Dale Finucane (Bulldogs)

14. Cameron King (St George)
15. Lucas Grech (Melbourne)
16. Sam Hollis (Western Sydney)
17. Chris Knight (Newcastle)

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2009 SG Ball Round 5 - Team of the Week

1. Barry McGrady (North Sydney)
2. Ashley Boney (St George)
3. Hayden Peacock (Cronulla)
4. Michael Cullen (Canberra)
5. Aaron Fairweather (Newcastle)
6. Jayson Lombardo (North Sydney)
7. Kyle Mallyon (St George)
8. Sebastian Vourlos (Balmain)
9. Patrick Politoni (Balmain)
10. Chris Thomas (Bulldogs)
11. Vaipuna Tia Kilifi (Penrith)
12. Kilifi Tia Kilifi (Penrith)
13. Dale Finucane (Bulldogs)

14. Scott Rosser (Illawarra)
15. Pat O’Hanlon (Parramatta)
16. Luke Berkley (Canberra)
17. Callum Tatahua (Cronulla)

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2009 SG Ball Round 6 - Team of the Week

1. Lenny Ngu Ngu Tau (Wests)
2. Inno Innesesso (Wests)
3. Mitch Williams (Newcastle)
4. Ali Hijazi (Bulldogs)
5. Cameron Hanson (Melbourne)
6. Jayson Lombardo (North Sydney)
7. Scott Rosser (Illawarra)
8. Sepati Afu (Melbourne)
9. Dean Parata (Balmain)
10. Jake Seaton (Penrith)
11. Kyle Mundine (South Sydney)
12. Dane Atkinson (Newtown)
13. Alex McKinnon (Illawarra)

14. Josh Murray (Parramatta)
15. Marley Wight (Balmain)
16. James Hasson (Cronulla)
17. Ben Musilino (St George)

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2009 SG Ball Round 7 - Team of the Week

1. Jack Littlejohn (Newtown)
2. Young Tonumaiea (Melbourne)
3. Brayden Williame (Central Coast)
4. Tim Simona (Balmain)
5. Joshua Meehan (Penrith)
6. Patrick Politoni (Balmain)
7. Jonathan Valentino (North Sydney)
8. Teni Waipouri (Bulldogs)
9. Sam Meskell (Gold Coast)
10. Kenny Bromwich (Melbourne)
11. Scott England (North Sydney)
12. Ben Musolino (St George)
13. Dale Funicane (Bulldogs)

14. Chad Townsend (Cronulla)
15. Jake Finn (Newcastle)
16. Brett Luland (Central Coast)
17. Japeth Vaoa (Gold Coast)

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2009 SG Ball Round 8 - Team of the Week

1. Luke Pickerd (St George)
2. Chanel Mata’utia-Leifi (Newcastle)
3. Rowan Klein (Gold Coast)
4. Lance Siataga (Wests)
5. Thomas Eisenhuth (Western Sydney)
6. Aiden Sezer (Bulldogs)
7. Gary Riccardi (Manly)
8. Sam Hollis (Western Sydney)
9. Ben Picker (Canberra)
10. Avagalu Seumanufagai (Parramatta)
11. Paul Vaughan (Canberra)
12. Alex McKinnon (Illawarra)
13. Duncan Reilly (Cronulla)

14. Japeth Vaoa (Gold Coast)
15. Sam Anderson (Newcastle)
16. Neil Begovich (Wests)
17. Marley Wight (Balmain)

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2009 SG Ball Round 9 - Team of the Week

1. Robbie Kurth (Melbourne)
2. Ashley Boney (St George)
3. Rati Tagive (Bulldogs)
4. Rory Brien (Parramatta)
5. Faleula Finau (Balmain)
6. Scott Rosser (Illawarra)
7. Chad Townsend (Cronulla)
8. Teni Waipouri (Bulldogs)
9. Damien Cook (Illawarra)
10. Malachi Nava (St George)
11. Duncan Reilly (Cronulla)
12. Joe Bradley (Canberra)
13. Thomas Eisenhuth (Western Sydney)

14. Jackson Springer (Gold Coast)
15. Richard Irwin (Bulldogs)
16. Kingi Lasalo (Parramatta)
17. Sam Martin (Melbourne)

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2009 SG Ball Round of 16 Play-Offs - Team of the Week

1. Nathan Massey (Bulldogs)
2. Young Tonumaipea (Melbourne)
3. Rory Brien (Parramatta)
4. Jonathan Fakai (Manly)
5. Tom Vandermade (Parramatta)
6. Aiden Sezer (Bulldogs)
7. Jacob Miller (Newtown)
8. Avagalu Seumanufagai (Parramatta)
9. Chris Knight (Newcastle)
10. Magnus Stromquist (Manly)
11. Luke Waiti (Melbourne)
12. Ben Aualiitia (Bulldogs)
13. Chad Redman (Newcastle)

14. Lucas Grech (Melbourne)
15. Jaydin Tavita (Parramatta)
16. Luke Pickerd (St George)
17. Gary Riccardi (Manly)

 

[Dogaholic]

2009 Harold Matthews Round 1 - Team of the Week

1. David Nofalouma (Wests)
2. Brendan Heather (Penrith)
3. Geordie Makey (Central Coast)
4. Pat Matautia-Leifi (Newcastle)
5. Nathaniel Regueira (Gold Coast)
6. Jaline Graham (Bulldogs)
7. Harry Day (Cronulla)
8. Tai Tuivasa (Penrith)
9. Luke Vescio (Manly)
10. Josh Neale (Parramatta)
11. Arnold Woulf (South Sydney)
12. James Ralphs (Illawarra)
13. Aaron O’Brien (South Sydney)
14. Paul Tuigamala (Western Sydney)
15. Reece Davidson ( Cronulla)
16. Daniel Lamanna (St George)
17. Adam Clydsdale (Newcastle)

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2009 Harold Matthews Round 2 - Team of the Week

1. Jake Sands (Gold Coast)
2. Shane Laogafau (Wests)
3. Ben Toussis (Illawarra)
4. Samisoni Langi (Bulldogs)
5. Clinton Gutherson (Manly)
6. Gus Jasmin (Bulldogs)
7. Luke Brooks (Balmain)
8. Sione Hehepoto (Parramatta)
9. Josh Mitchell (Canberra)
10. Felise Taufaao (Newcastle)
11. Aidan Anderson (Roosters)
12. James Ralphs (Illawarra)
13. Sony Bristow (Wests)

14. Jacob Gagan (Parramatta)
15. Simon Leinisch (Canberra)
16. Saia Tanginoa (Bulldogs)
17. Kyle Lovett (Balmain)

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2009 Harold Matthews Round 3 - Team of the Week

1. Jacob Gagan (Parramatta)
2. Siua Lapuaho (Bulldogs)
3. Gordon Broome (North Sydney)
4. Tyrone Ranuku-Phillips (South Sydney)
5. Daniel Cadden (Wests)
6. Geordie Connolly (Newcastle)
7. Dylan Ariu (Western Sydney)
8. Zac Wedesweiler (Cronulla)
9. Tim Brown (Roosters)
10. Brandon Tago (Gold Coast)
11. Chris Gronvold (Gold Coast)
12. Joseph Ualesi (Parramatta)
13. Jeremy Saville (Cronulla)

14. Andrew Calaitzopoulos (Illawarra)
15. Jarrod Georgiades (Bulldogs)
16. Brandan Hurd (Manly)
17. Mitchell Brasington (Wests)

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2009 Harold Matthews Round 4 - Team of the Week

1. Curtis Sironen (Balmain)
2. Clinton Gutherson (Manly)
3. Vai Toutai (Parramatta)
4. Nicholas Ritter (Newcastle)
5. Brandon Kerry (Cronulla)
6. Jaline Graham (Bulldogs)
7. Corey McGrady (Gold Coast)
8. Tai Tuivasa (Penrith)
9. Luke Vescio (Manly)
10. Solomona Laulu (South Sydney)
11. David Minute (Bulldogs)
12. Jason Savin (Newcastle)
13. Tahu Soatini (Roosters)

14. Tylon Tanuvasa (South West)
15. Mitch Johnson (Central Coast)
16. Zac Wedesweiller (Cronulla)
17. Jack Durheim (Gold Coast)

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2009 Harold Matthews Round 5 - Team of the Week

1. Suia Laphualo (Bulldogs)
2. Brant Donlan (Roosters)
3. Vai Toutai (Parramatta)
4. Brandon Liaina (Central Coast)
5. Clinton Gutherson (Manly)
6. Sam Short (Gold Coast)
7. Like Brooks (Balmain)
8. Brad Wadeson (Illawarra)
9. Evander Cummins (St George)
10. Brett Denford (Cronulla)
11. David Minute (Bulldogs)
12. Mitch Green (Central Coast)
13. Tikirahi Macperson (St George)

14. Peter Brown (Wests)
15. Jamil Hopoate (Manly)
16. Kyle Lovett (Balmain)
17. Carl Planicka (Canberra)

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2009 Harold Matthews Round 6 - Team of the Week

1. Bredoan Heather (Penrith)
2. Suia Laphualo (Bulldogs)
3. Simon Leinisch (Canberra)
4. David Nofoaluma (West)
5. Ryan Wilson (Penrith)
6. Mitchell Brasington (Wests)
7. Nathan Antonelli (Roosters)
8. Nic Crompton (Gold Coast)
9. Lachlan Bristow (Wests)
10. Rangi Tangaloa (St George)
11. Sean Jackson (Central Coast)
12. Ryan Schubert (Western Sydney)
13. Frazer Masinamua (Parramatta)

14. Solomona Laulu (South Sydney)
15. Jacob Gagan (Parramatta)
16. Brent Anderson (St George)
17. Brendan Santi (Bulldogs)

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2009 Harold Matthews Round 7 - Team of the Week

1. Jacob Gagan (Parramatta)
2. Scott Baker (Manly)
3. Shane Laogafau (Wests)
4. Nicholas Ritter (Newcastle)
5. Keiran Moss (Penrith)
6. Samasoni Langi (Bulldogs)
7. Mitchell Johnson (Central Coast)
8. Jakiel Fuimaono (Western Sydney)
9. Troy Errington (Parramatta)
10. David Klemmer (Bulldogs)
11. Ryan Jackson (Western Sydney)
12. Mitch Green (Central Coast)
13. Lincoln Tubridy (Manly)

14. Corey McGrady (Gold Coast)
15. Jhy Karam (Wests)
16. Chris Moke (Gold Coast)
17. James Elias (Newcastle)

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2009 Harold Matthews Round 8 - Team of the Week

1. Brendon Heather (Penrith)
2. Adam Czarny (Canberra)
3. Gordon Broome (North Sydney)
4. Matthew ***o***a (Bulldogs)
5. Jim Stewart (Manly)
6. Troy Errington (Parramatta)
7. Sean McGuinness (Parramatta)
8. Brad Wadeson (Illawarra)
9. Adam Clydesdale (Newcastle)
10. David Klemmer (Bulldogs)
11. Hayden Fepuleai (St George)
12. Joseph Ualesi (Parramatta)
13. Sam Coster (North Sydney)

14. Shay Padberg (Newcastle)
15. Simon Lienisch (Canberra)
16. David Nofoaluma (Wests)
17. Rea Pittman (Cronulla)

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2009 Harold Matthews Round 9 - Team of the Week

1. Tyrone Phillips (South Sydney)
2. Rod Quinn (North Sydney)
3. Jim Stewart (Manly)
4. James Roberts (Newcastle)
5. Jake Sands (Gold Coast)
6. Troy Errington (Parramatta)
7. Corey McGrady (Gold Coast)
8. Solomona Laulu (South Sydney)
9. Adam Clydesdale (Newcastle)
10. Zac Wedesweiler (Cronulla)
11. Sonny Bristow (Wests)
12. Joseph Ualesi (Newcastle)
13. Brenden Santi (Bulldogs)

14. Gordon Broome (North Sydney)
15. Benjamin Roose (Newcastle)
16. Samisoni Langi (Bulldogs)
17. Jamie Stanley (St George)

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2009 Harold Matthews Round of 16 Play-Offs - Team of the Week

1. James Tedesco (Wests)
2. Kelepi Tanginoa (Parramatta)
3. Vai Toutai (Parramatta)
4. Pat Mata’utia-Leifi (Newcastle)
5. Jermaine Nader (Bulldogs)
6. Adam McInnes (Central Coast)
7. Mitchell Brasington (Wests)
8. Michael Steele (Newcastle)
9. Robbie Kamoto (Parramatta)
10. David Klemmer (Bulldogs)
11. Hayden Fepuleai (St George)
12. Brenden Santi (Bulldogs)
13. Tikarahi McPherson (St George)

14. Brett Denford (Cronulla)
15. Chris Gronvold (Gold Coast)
16. Matthew Ikuvalu (Central Coast)
17. Neerim Carroll (St George)

 

[blackandwhite]

In every team there is a worker, the player who does all the tackling but rarley scores a try. I wonder if that sort of player will ever be considered for team of the week ? :?

Why dont we just change it to, Who scored the most points this week team ?

 

[scruffy]

I don't want to spoil the team of the week party, but you need to take this with a grain of salt. Most clubs rotate their player of the week options, it's a pat on the back team, not always the best players. I also take the point about scorers dominating, for example a lot of the best back rowers don't score a lot but create heaps of tries for guys hanging off their hips, Cordner, Bur, Atkinson points in case. Until proper stats are done as per NRL it's a guessing comp. Using it to put NSW teams lists together is also a joke. Sorry if I'be busted any bubbles.

 

[slavetothevibe]

I want to talk about the top 12 system and what everyone thinks of it.

Im not too much of a fan of it being sudden death, although I like the idea of top 12 as not all teams play each other in the regular comp.

I suggest the following, using Harold Matts results and this years dates as examples

Round of 16.......Sat 18th April

All teams play each other as programmed and 4 highest placed winning teams go thru.....


Wednesday 23rd........ unless top 6 teams win

Two lowest ranked winners v two highest ranked losers


so St George would have had to replay Manly, and Gold coast, Central coast on wednesday giving Manly and GC a second bite of the cherry. they could have maybe even played each other or the opposite team to one they played

The following reound would then be played on Sunday the 26th

Therefore, if one of the higher teams loses, they get a second chance cos they have earned that right thru the season, but then they also have a disadvantage cos they will have to back up midweek and would be in serious doubt for rest of finals.

Discuss your ideas...........



so therefore.......(see next post)