Round 16 Vs Manly

[TheFrog]

I doubt Blake plays FG this week. NSW Cup play before perfect chance to get a hitout there. I think Lui-Toso will play just the rest of the makeup is to be decided

Maybe someone close to the team has indicated this, but Mansour played first grade in his first game back from an ACL this time last year, and I'll bet he (Sauce) doesn't return through reserve grade when he comes back this time either. I'm sure they have their reasons. Maybe the nature of the injury.

Uate is out for the remainder of the season with a Syndesmosis Injury.

The footy gods thought he had come to us, but in all fairness Manly are having a bad season with injuries too.

 

[mxlegend99]

Uate is out for the remainder of the season with a Syndesmosis Injury.

That sucks. Manly must be coming in from $4 now

 

[OldPanther]

That sucks. Manly must be coming in from $4 now

You'd think so. We really should smash them this week though we seem to play down to the other team.

 

[franklin2323]

Maybe someone close to the team has indicated this, but Mansour played first grade in his first game back from an ACL this time last year, and I'll bet he (Sauce) doesn't return through reserve grade when he comes back this time either. I'm sure they have their reasons. Maybe the nature of the injury.

Wing is different though. Centre defensively is the hardest position on the field it is his decisions under fatigue that is the problem. Unless Peachey starts in backrow for CHN then it makes no sense having Peachey on the bench with an underdone Blake is out there.

 

[franklin2323]

You'd think so. We really should smash them this week though we seem to play down to the other team.

Merrins comments in the SMH fill me with confidence that we won't do that

 

[Buzzard Breath]

There will be a celebration for Wal and lap of Honour for him this Saturday.

 

[OldPanther]

Merrins comments in the SMH fill me with confidence that we won't do that

What did he say?

 

[PenrithPanther45]

Penrith Panthers look to regrip contender status against Manly

Three weeks after beating the NRL benchmark, Penrith have found a new one.

After breaking camp for the week during representative round, the Panthers will look to reassert their status as premiership contenders when they host Manly on Saturday.

And Anthony Griffin's side will have plenty to prove having had their credentials questioned with a 26-point pummelling by the Sydney Roosters before the bye.

The defeat came just two weeks after doing the same number on pace-setters St George Illawarra.

"You need one of those throughout the season, just a real kick in the butt to reassure ourselves that we're not going as well as we think we are," Panthers forward Trent Merrin said.

"We needed to have a good look at ourselves, especially heading into the back end of the season."

The Panthers veteran believes it's imperative the team start marking themselves more rigorously as they look to take advantage of their current top-four status.

And it begins by taking the harsh lessons from their Roosters no-show.

"That game set the standard to where we need to be," Merrin said.

Coach Anthony Griffin's side took a giant hit last week following confirmation pack leader Reagan Campbell-Gillard would miss six weeks a broken jaw.

However his exit will be somewhat offset by the possible return of Waqa Blake (ankle), Moses Leota (pectoral) and Viliame Kikau (knee) to take on the Sea Eagles.

Blake hasn't played since round five, and will add some serious strike to their backline.

"He's done really well to get himself right, he's ticked all the boxes and working real hard," Merrin said.

"We all know what he's capable of doing on the field. It'll be another strike weapon in the team to have back, especially the back end of the season, to have a player like that come back."

The match will double as a farewell to recently retired veteran Peter Wallace.

 

[umina panther]

There will be a celebration for Wal and lap of Honour for him this Saturday.

Bit early. Might play again this year if needed.

 

[Buzzard Breath]

Bit early. Might play again this year if needed.

I would have thought they would saved it for the last home game.

 

[Buzzard Breath]

Martin Taupau is still stranded in Denver.

The Sea Eagles' Kiwi enforcer Martin Taupau remains stranded in Denver after electrical storms delayed United Airlines flights on Monday, and is racing the clock to make it back for Manly's clash with Penrith on Saturday.

Even if Taupau does make it back in time, he is certain to be feeling the effects of jetlag - hardly the ideal preparation for a clash with the high-flying Panthers and their powerful pack.

Already missing a host of injured players including Akuila Uate, Apisai Koroisau, Jack Gosiewski, and with the continued exile of Jackson Hastings, the last thing the battling Brookvale club needed was for one of their best forwards to get lost in transit.

As the last Kiwi left in Denver on Tuesday, Taupau's frustration was understandable, and he erupted on Twitter, accusing the airline of issuing an "empty apology" and describing the situation as "beyond ridiculous".

I’m sorry, but i won’t accept such an empty apology, clearly this is another one of those standard lines to your disappointed customers. Beyond ridiculous! https://t.co/pTJh3hJXTb

— Martin Taupau (@MartyKapow) June 26, 2018


Another F***ING delayed flight which is highly likely to be cancelled due to mechanical issues. Now the last player stuck at @DENAirport with staff that has been patiently waiting for over 8hrs on the back of a cancelled flight yesterday! @UNITED is by far the worst airline ever! pic.twitter.com/bnV07mzGeX

— Martin Taupau (@MartyKapow) June 26, 2018
https://www.nrl.com/news/2018/04/24/nrl-casualty-ward-and-late-mail/

 

[franklin2323]

What did he say?

The article below is it.

 

[TheFrog]

Anthony Griffin's side will have plenty to prove having had their credentials questioned with a 26-point pummelling by the Sydney Roosters before the bye.

Roosters flogged us, we flogged Dragons, Dragons flogged Roosters. It's a bit rock, paper, scissors.

 

[OldPanther]

Penrith Panthers look to regrip contender status against Manly

Three weeks after beating the NRL benchmark, Penrith have found a new one.

After breaking camp for the week during representative round, the Panthers will look to reassert their status as premiership contenders when they host Manly on Saturday.

And Anthony Griffin's side will have plenty to prove having had their credentials questioned with a 26-point pummelling by the Sydney Roosters before the bye.

The defeat came just two weeks after doing the same number on pace-setters St George Illawarra.

"You need one of those throughout the season, just a real kick in the butt to reassure ourselves that we're not going as well as we think we are," Panthers forward Trent Merrin said.

"We needed to have a good look at ourselves, especially heading into the back end of the season."

The Panthers veteran believes it's imperative the team start marking themselves more rigorously as they look to take advantage of their current top-four status.

And it begins by taking the harsh lessons from their Roosters no-show.

"That game set the standard to where we need to be," Merrin said.

Coach Anthony Griffin's side took a giant hit last week following confirmation pack leader Reagan Campbell-Gillard would miss six weeks a broken jaw.

However his exit will be somewhat offset by the possible return of Waqa Blake (ankle), Moses Leota (pectoral) and Viliame Kikau (knee) to take on the Sea Eagles.

Blake hasn't played since round five, and will add some serious strike to their backline.

"He's done really well to get himself right, he's ticked all the boxes and working real hard," Merrin said.

"We all know what he's capable of doing on the field. It'll be another strike weapon in the team to have back, especially the back end of the season, to have a player like that come back."

The match will double as a farewell to recently retired veteran Peter Wallace.

Thanks for posting.

 

[Kilkenny]

Personally, I will be overjoyed just to secure a win against the Sea Eagles and no more serious injuries. They have endured a tough and disappointing season but still have some quality players and on there day can beat anybody.
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[Buzzard Breath]

SP Panthers v Blacktown Workers
12.45pm Saturday
Panthers Stadium

1. Caleb AEKINS
2. Ratu TUISESE
3. Adam KEIGHRAN
4. Sam SMITH
5. Maika SIVO
6. Tyrone MAY (c)
7. Jarome LUAI
8. Nick LUI-TOSO
9. Liam COLEMAN
10. Paea PUA
11. Siosifa TALAKAI
12. Billy BURNS
13. Liam MARTIN

14. Mitch KENNY
15. Atonio PELESASA
16. Andy SAUNDERS
18. Mitch REVELL

 

[Buzzard Breath]

Panthers coach Anthony Griffin has named his side to face Manly Warringah Sea Eagles at Panthers Stadium on Saturday.

Griffin has been able to name a 23-man squad on account of the high participation of Panthers players in representative teams last weekend.

PRE-PURCHASE TICKETS AND SAVE

The loss of Reagan Campbell-Gillard to a broken jaw has been offset by the return of Viliame Kikau (medial ligament) and Moses Leota (pectoral) from their respective injuries.

Waqa Blake is still sidelined as he recovers from his syndesmosis injury, while Corey Harawira-Naera has been given the week off to help manage a groin issue.

The Panthers will wear the 2018 Home Jersey.

Panthers v Sea Eagles
3pm Saturday
Panthers Stadium

1. Dallin WATENE-ZELEZNIAK - sponsored by Hertz
2. Christian CRICHTON - sponsored by Potter Automotive
3. Tyrone PEACHEY - sponsored by Annlyn Motors
4. Dean WHARE - sponsored by Col Western Sheds
5. Tyrone PHILLIPS - sponsored by Chardon and Abbott Home Loans
6. James MALONEY (c) - sponsored by Elite Sand and Soil
7. Nathan CLEARY - sponsored by Protech Locksmiths
8. Trent MERRIN - sponsored by Signace
9. Sione KATOA - sponsored by HIX Group
10. James TAMOU - sponsored by Daily Press
11. Viliame KIKAU - sponsored by Sinclair Ford
12. Isaah YEO - sponsored by Heartland Holden
13. James FISHER-HARRIS - sponsored by OAK Plus

14. Wayde EGAN - sponsored by Irresistible Pools and Spas
15. Kaide ELLIS - sponsored by Chemtools
16. Jack HETHERINGTON - sponsored by Steel Roofing Supply Centre
17. Moses LEOTA - sponsored by ABL Tile and Bathroom Centre
18. Jarome LUAI - sponsored by OAK Plus
19. Liam MARTIN - sponsored by OAK Plus
20. Tyrone MAY - sponsored by OAK Plus
21. Nick LUI-TOSO - sponsored by OAK Plus
22. Caleb AEKINS - sponsored by OAK Plus
23. Paea PUA - sponsored by OAK Plus

 

[OldPanther]

Panthers coach Anthony Griffin has named his side to face Manly Warringah Sea Eagles at Panthers Stadium on Saturday.

Griffin has been able to name a 23-man squad on account of the high participation of Panthers players in representative teams last weekend.

PRE-PURCHASE TICKETS AND SAVE

The loss of Reagan Campbell-Gillard to a broken jaw has been offset by the return of Viliame Kikau (medial ligament) and Moses Leota (pectoral) from their respective injuries.

Waqa Blake is still sidelined as he recovers from his syndesmosis injury, while Corey Harawira-Naera has been given the week off to help manage a groin issue.

The Panthers will wear the 2018 Home Jersey.

Panthers v Sea Eagles
3pm Saturday
Panthers Stadium

1. Dallin WATENE-ZELEZNIAK - sponsored by Hertz
2. Christian CRICHTON - sponsored by Potter Automotive
3. Tyrone PEACHEY - sponsored by Annlyn Motors
4. Dean WHARE - sponsored by Col Western Sheds
5. Tyrone PHILLIPS - sponsored by Chardon and Abbott Home Loans
6. James MALONEY (c) - sponsored by Elite Sand and Soil
7. Nathan CLEARY - sponsored by Protech Locksmiths
8. Trent MERRIN - sponsored by Signace
9. Sione KATOA - sponsored by HIX Group
10. James TAMOU - sponsored by Daily Press
11. Viliame KIKAU - sponsored by Sinclair Ford
12. Isaah YEO - sponsored by Heartland Holden
13. James FISHER-HARRIS - sponsored by OAK Plus

14. Wayde EGAN - sponsored by Irresistible Pools and Spas
15. Kaide ELLIS - sponsored by Chemtools
16. Jack HETHERINGTON - sponsored by Steel Roofing Supply Centre
17. Moses LEOTA - sponsored by ABL Tile and Bathroom Centre
18. Jarome LUAI - sponsored by OAK Plus
19. Liam MARTIN - sponsored by OAK Plus
20. Tyrone MAY - sponsored by OAK Plus
21. Nick LUI-TOSO - sponsored by OAK Plus
22. Caleb AEKINS - sponsored by OAK Plus
23. Paea PUA - sponsored by OAK Plus

Sad to see Blake still out. On the flip side it's so good to get Kikau and Leota.

 

[mxlegend99]

Getting Kikau and Leota back hasn't really strengthened the team over the one that lost to Roosters. They're just in for freshly injured guys which really sucks.

Kikau in for CHN, Leota in for RCG. Hetherington, Ellis and Egan still leaves us with an average bench. These are the guys we need to be upgrading. Along with our wingers.

 

[OldPanther]

Getting Kikau and Leota back hasn't really strengthened the team over the one that lost to Roosters. They're just in for freshly injured guys which really sucks.

Kikau in for CHN, Leota in for RCG. Hetherington, Ellis and Egan still leaves us with an average bench. These are the guys we need to be upgrading. Along with our wingers.

Kikau is better than CHN in my opinion.