Rumours and Stuff XXX

[T.S Quint]

I haven't heard.
What's happened? Nobody has talked about it in this forum yet!

 

[Poupou Escobar]

I haven't seen much of him. But gee his junior rep career resume is outstanding, the kid is a freak. Australia school boys, junior kangaroos, NYC prop of the year, playing NSW cup at 19.

The kid apparently even played in 2011 in the NSW under 16 side but also made the 18's side as a 16 year old - which is amazing as there is normally a massive physical difference at that age from 16 to 18.

He played first grade about a month after his 19th birthday. He only just turned 21 a few weeks ago.

 

[Poupou Escobar]

I know Semi personally, and when I asked him about it he told me to f**k off.

Don't read too much into it though, because that's how he responds to everything I say to him.

 

[The EELiminator]

I haven't heard.
What's happened? Nobody has talked about it in this forum yet!

the rumour is semi has quit the eels and hopped on a plane to go play rugby somewhere
what the club says is semi has been given time off to go to fiji for a week as we have a bye

 

[TheParraboy]

the rumour is semi has quit the eels and hopped on a plane to go play rugby somewhere
what the club says is semi has been given time off to go to fiji for a week as we have a bye

this is about it

His dad has been unwell for a while so wouldn't surprise me if Semi takes any opportunity to be with him, and that's all it is

time will tell though

 

[eels_fan]

Apparently his dad will be returning to Australia with him.

He's split with his missus and has been sleeping at team mates houses

 

[IFR33K]

If we are behind the 'eight ball' in terms of salary cap next year, then we need a couple of signings like lodge, to make up for the shortfall. Not necessarily nutters, but a decent player or two looking for an opportunity. Even a disgruntled player at a rival club, where they are willing to pay some freight.

 

[ash411]

No arguments other clubs are getting away with it doing the same thing but they're too smart to get caught or not as dumb as the plumber and co. Which ever way you wanna put it, we were busted. Blaming the NRL is a cop out. We need solutions not excuses and that something Sharp and his turd followers could never grasp.

I don't necessarily think they got caught due to them being stupid.

If it wasn't for the despots in the wings running to the NRL and the media dobbing on them, they probably wouldn't have gotten caught. Let's be honest, the NRL have already said publicly that they aren't capable of catching salary cap cheats on their own, they need people to dob on their clubs.

The other clubs obviously don't have the types of people among them that are willing to destroy their clubs just to get back at those who are running the club, they understand that the success of the club comes before personal vendettas.

Before you try and accuse me of sticking up for them Jake, I'm not saying they didn't do the wrong thing, and that they don't deserve the punishment they are copping, I'm saying that if it wasn't for the sad glory hounds kicking the chair from under them, we wouldn't have gotten caught and everything would be sweet now.

Yes, we'd still be cheating, yes the board would still be to blame, but the NRL and the media wouldn't be hammering the shit out of us right now. Also, besides that, we probably weren't cheating any more than any other club.

 

[parra pete]

I know Semi personally, and when I asked him about it he told me to f**k off.

Don't read too much into it though, because that's how he responds to everything I say to him.

:lol: Orby..

 

[Noise]

I don't necessarily think they got caught due to them being stupid.

If it wasn't for the despots in the wings running to the NRL and the media dobbing on them, they probably wouldn't have gotten caught. Let's be honest, the NRL have already said publicly that they aren't capable of catching salary cap cheats on their own, they need people to dob on their clubs.

The other clubs obviously don't have the types of people among them that are willing to destroy their clubs just to get back at those who are running the club, they understand that the success of the club comes before personal vendettas.

Before you try and accuse me of sticking up for them Jake, I'm not saying they didn't do the wrong thing, and that they don't deserve the punishment they are copping, I'm saying that if it wasn't for the sad glory hounds kicking the chair from under them, we wouldn't have gotten caught and everything would be sweet now.

Yes, we'd still be cheating, yes the board would still be to blame, but the NRL and the media wouldn't be hammering the shit out of us right now. Also, besides that, we probably weren't cheating any more than any other club.

Taking minutes and recording conversations where you are talking about being dodgy and cheating is the epitome of stupid

 

[Oscarman]

He did want to take the conversion after his try Friday but got told no. Not sure what that means, if anything at all.

 

[ash411]

Taking minutes and recording conversations where you are talking about being dodgy and cheating is the epitome of stupid

I didn't say what they did wasn't stupid. It was stupid on a level above most.

I'm just saying I don't attribute that stupidity as the reason why they got caught.

It's not like they put the recordings up on YouTube or anything.. They were sitting on a computer in the office (although I don't actually believe that's where they "found" these recordings, I think they were given to the NRL on a flash drive from a mate, if you know what I mean).

 

[Bazal]

Edwards, Ma'u and Wicks are nothing like this guy. And Arthur may be a good coach but he doesn't have a cure for 'bat-shit psycho'.

Did I nod off and wake up in bizarro world?

You kidding? The Chairman was a member of a violent criminal gang and did 3 years for assaulting a bunch of merkins. With weapons too, not just his fists. I think most would class that as worse than Lodge...he took his second chance with both hands, there is no reason he can't help Lodge do exactly the same thing.

 

[The EELiminator]

the NRL have already said publicly that they aren't capable of catching salary cap cheats on their own, they need people to dob on their clubs.

how can greenberg then come out and say he is confident the other clubs are salary cap compliant when the nrl have no idea if clubs are cheating until whistleblowers dob them in? :?

 

[El Diablo]

John Grant tells him what to say

 

[The EELiminator]

John Grant tells him what to say

i wish he would tell him where to go

 

[T.S Quint]

how can greenberg then come out and say he is confident the other clubs are salary cap compliant when the nrl have no idea if clubs are cheating until whistleblowers dob them in? :?

Greenberg and the NRL know that clubs are cheating. But they don't want it to be exposed because it will make them look incompetent. They had to investigate us because of the massive media storm around it, but if it is possible to sweep any of it under the rug they would.

 

[Bigfella]

John Grant tells him what to say

You need help

 

[El Diablo]

not from a nutcase like you

 

[El Diablo]

http://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/n...n/news-story/5e419e730b10bc2fc1b28d32470169b4

Semi Radradra Eels: Jarryd Hayne the carrot in Parramatta’s $2 million plan
10 minutes ago
NICK WALSHAWThe Daily Telegraph

SEMI Radradra has been told he will get to play alongside his hero, Jarryd Hayne, if he extends his contract with Parramatta.

The Daily Telegraph can reveal Parramatta are working on a blueprint which, costing upwards of $2 million a year, will unite Radradra and Hayne in the code’s most exciting backline combination.

Eels official Ian Schubert on Sunday confirmed the plan while also denying reports the Fijian, who jetted home over the weekend, was set to quit the code the same way Sonny Bill Williams did in 2008.

While Radradra does want an upgrade on his $250,000-a-year deal, Schubert said the cult Kangaroo had not informed them he was leaving for French rugby.

The veteran administrator added suggestions the club would allow Radradra to play league and rugby were also false.

“This won’t be anything like the SBW story,’’ Schubert said.

“There are a lot of Chinese whispers but nothing has come from Semi and nothing has come from his management.

“Just because you’re approached by someone doesn’t mean you’re going there.

“And right now, I’d say the only club who hasn’t offered Semi money would be the Boston Red Sox. They’d be the only ones who don’t want him.

“But Semi is contracted to Parramatta and he understands his obligations. He will be back in Australia this Sunday and back at training Tuesday week.”

Quizzed on suggestions Parramatta would let the winger play in Europe between August and April, Schubert said: “You can’t do that. The NRL don’t allow it and we wouldn’t embarrass them by asking.

“Currently, Semi is on a fair contract. Yes, he would like more money and, given the way he’s going at the moment, that’s only natural.

“Semi is one of the best wingers and one of the best athletes in the game.

“But he’s contracted to this club and we expect him back here Sunday.”

And to help ensure that, Schubert said Parramatta were working to link Radradra with two-time Dally M medallist Hayne — whom the 24-year-old credits for inspiring his unlikely NRL story.

Despite having been fined $1 million for salary-cap breaches, Schubert insisted the Eels would have the finances to fit both players in a backline that already includes New Zealand Test star Kieran Foran.

Presently, Hayne is pushing for an Olympic spot with Fiji in sevens rugby. Last week, the former San Francisco 49er hinted at continuing his sporting pursuits overseas — most likely in French or Japanese rugby.

Yet Schubert said recent talks between the club and its former star had been positive and some Eels insiders have tipped Hayne to return as early as next year.

Asked if he expected to see Hayne and Radradra in the same Eels backline, Schubert said: “Not tomorrow and not next week ... but yes, I do.’’