To all you ppl who say look at the players Ricky had at his disposal, no wonder he had so much success, you're a bunch of know-nothings!
Ricky has had coaching success in every team he's coached, from u-18's, to jersey flegg, to the Roosters! (and look out QLD, coz he's gonna suceed with NSW too) When he took over in 2002 he transformed the side into the benchmark, something Graham Murray failed to do with an equally strong playing roster!
It took Ricky half a season to shape the team in 2002, but once they clicked they never looked back. This time we've lost the core of our team (Brad Fittler) and rebuilding may take slightly longer but there is nothing to suggest that he won't do a great job of it.
If I have one complaint it's that he should give Firman and Finch a few runs together as Finch is struggling to cover for Wing's (who is a marvellous hooker) lack of playmaking ability.
