Why did we give Likiliki that game at all- there was nothing to be gained from rushing him in like that
A lot of people have been calling for him to play for a couple of months now. I would disagree that there's nothing to be gained. He's now got his debut out of the way, he has experienced NRL football - how to prepare for it, what the pace is like, etc etc so that's definitely something he's gained.
If he's seen as a Warriors centre of the future then it was a good move.
I'm pretty sure you have to have played 70 percent of the season too, but I'm certain it has something to do with the NRL as well. Ie if a guy came from club footy and played the second half of the season, I'm sure he'd be qualified.
Hell, I think anyone should be allowed. If they're young enough, they qualify. Imagine Matulino, Packer and Locke running around with the team in the finals.
And as for who cares, we definitely do. Our top side has let us down badly and we take pride that our Juniors are going well. They are the future of the club and them doing well can only bode well. And plus they play some tremendous footy that is great to watch.
Would it be the club's first premiership? Or have we won something at reserve/age group level before...