What a game! I was there and I must say, the atmosphere was magic. The home fans I sat with were both accomodating and good natured, one of the best evenings at a football game I have ever had.
As for the game, devastating loss - I thought we had this in the bad when Prince scored (is there a better half going on form at the moment?) though when he went off, I turned to my pro Brisbane mate and said, "this isn't going to bode well for us here".
Scott Prince in a losing side was superb. Two try assists, a great individual try. Taylor's hit was legal, nothing wrong with it - just unfortunate. I read there is no serious damage and he won't be out for an extended period - thank the lord. He goes, we are done.
Luke Bailey - inspirational.
Preston Campbell's form is a concern. He is still gun shy though I am told he was in doubt coming in to the game and it was an effort just to have played.
Smith Samau, one kid I had high expectations for, isn't doing enough when he returns the ball or when he looks for work. He is just wasting a tackle and lacks penetration. That is a concern as well, the sooner we get Walker back the better. If not Chris, promote the sensational young rookie Shannon Walker!
Brisbane's defence was awesome. Their line speed was as good as I have seen in a long, long time. We were suffocated at times by that.
Darren Lockyer - champion.
Ben Hannant - mini Webcke, what a great game.
Petero Civoniceva - tireless performance.
This was a great game for Queensland, we lost - yes, though I just went home happy to have been there for a great game which will help in sparking this rivalry.
Good game Brisbane, with the rep season over, the Broncos are-a-coming!
p.s. That Taylor kid is MASSIVE. Scary prospect.
