Reserve Grade discussion.

[OldPanther]

On Sunday Nadan was finally exposed. Till now we have been caught in the euphoria of the 7 win run and the good play from the young promoted players.

Now reality has hit us in the form of the Canberra Raiders and most of the young brigade were exposed as well as a few (failing) veterans.

I think it is no surprise that he was targeted, he had a few years playing for Mounties so Ricky and co would be well aware of his tendencies and weaknesses.

During our run there were signs that Nadan was an indifferent defender however that was masked by our general good play and the players around him. Not on Sunday.

The positive is that defence is something that can definitely be improved on with age and experience so lets not consign him to the scrap heap yet. He isn't likely to ever be an elite centre, but so long as he is reliable and offers good value I would continue with him.

I'd just move him to the wing and put Crichton next to him. The defence won't be as big of an issue and we can use his physical attributes.

 

[OldPanther]

Spencer Lenui interview for man of the match last week. They mention he just re-signed until 2021. I knew the contract happened not the time. They must like him.

 

[Panfa]

Leniu is a machine needs a shot at 1st grade he wont let anyone down only knows 1 way hard and straight

 

[OldPanther]

Leniu is a machine needs a shot at 1st grade he wont let anyone down only knows 1 way hard and straight

Judging by the highlights in that video he has some good leg speed, kind of like Frizell but prop.

 

[franklin2323]

2 wins in last 6. The young guys have hit the wall.. This is why not to rush them

 

[OldPanther]

Woo tv game!

 

[franklin2323]

Woo tv game!

3 in arow. Shame both lower grades are broken

 

[OldPanther]

Staines looks tiny haha.

Good defensive positioning for kicks though.

 

[OldPanther]

Why would Nathan be watching reserve grade? Learning about his halves partner for next year?

 

[Buzzard Breath]

Why would Nathan be watching reserve grade? Learning about his halves partner for next year?

Showing support. Maybe he has a few friends playing yesterday.
I know when McKendry made his come back this year quite a few of the 1st grade squad showed up.

 

[OldPanther]

@franklin2323 Staines and Laurie are tiny. Doubt they make it at fullback.

 

[OldPanther]

Showing support. Maybe he has a few friends playing yesterday.
I know when McKendry made his come back this year quite a few of the 1st grade squad showed up.

Yeah just interesting no one else is there except DWZ.

 

[OldPanther]

So second half and Burton changes the momentum with his kicking game over 3 or 4 sets. We haven't had a half that can win off the back foot like that in a while.

 

[betcats]

So second half and Burton changes the momentum with his kicking game over 3 or 4 sets. We haven't had a half that can win off the back foot like that dorba while.

It’s just potential right now I know I’ve gone off early on him but I’m tellin you the sky is the limit for this kid.

 

[OldPanther]

It’s just potential right now I know I’ve gone off early on him but I’m tellin you the sky is the limit for this kid.

Definitely. I know a lot of people pump up Panthers kids but I've never really been into that and Burton gets me hyped. I'm watching again cutting highlights for him and Staines and it's too good. He has control, accuracy, x factor.

 

[franklin2323]

@franklin2323 Staines and Laurie are tiny. Doubt they make it at fullback.

Now yes but in 2 years. Instead of 84kg get them to 92kg and they match plenty of current FB

 

[OldPanther]

Now yes but in 2 years. Instead of 84kg get them to 92kg and they match plenty of current FB

I made that comment before the commentary said his weight later in the game. He looks smaller than the mid 80kg he actually is.

 

[roofromoz]

Who's the current captain? It's not nominated in the team lists.

 

[OldPanther]

Who's the current captain? It's not nominated in the team lists.

The Commentary said it Was Ellis last week.

 

[Panfa]

Staines and laurie are both under 20 there still growing and developing they will get bigger stronger faster and both got more skill than edwards.