Rumours and Stuff

[Gronk]

Interesting comments about Ionghi and Paps both having equal opportunities to be our fullback.

Also interesting he said he’s told JAC he has no guarantee of a top 13 spot and has told him he has a LOT to work on.

Loving this.

Yeah, but when he was asked about Lomax playing fullback, his answer was “unlikely, we wouldn’t have bought Isiah ..”

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[Gronk]

He also made mention of Brailey. The reporter whispered it. I could hardly hear but I'm sure it was Brailey.

You can tell there is an argy bargy between the clubs about how much Newcastle pays. Both clubs are playing it down, (we don’t really need him vs Oh we might keep him) but it is still being talked about.

 

[Eelementary]

I was sceptical at first with signing a rookie coach, but f**k me he is impressive in every way...I bet he also has a big shlong

Come on, man - let's not get stupid about this...I mean, he's not Ryan Morgan...

 

[Glenneel]

I'm an internet deadshit.

#happytobeprovenwrong

You can be an internet deadshit but also a good bloke. Welcome to the real world.

 

[Obscene Assassin]

Interesting comments about Ionghi and Paps both having equal opportunities to be our fullback.

Also interesting he said he’s told JAC he has no guarantee of a top 13 spot and has told him he has a LOT to work on.

Loving this.

I think Addo-Carr being told he's no guarantee is a bit of a stitch up. He's easily our 2nd best winger.

 

[eels_fan]

I’m wondering if it’s one roster spot needed before season kicks off to make it 28 or 29 (whatever the minimum is) and still a spot or two free for June 30

I’m thinking we have one to fill before the March 1 mandatory squad number which I think is 28

 

[eels_fan]

I think Addo-Carr being told he's no guarantee is a bit of a stitch up. He's easily our 2nd best winger.

If we beat storm in Melbourne and tigers at home with strong performances from whoever starts on that wing, may not be justifiable to parachute him straight in

 

[84 Baby]

If we beat storm in Melbourne and tigers at home with strong performances from whoever starts on that wing, may not be justifiable to parachute him straight in

Premiership favourites if that happens?

 

[Obscene Assassin]

If we beat storm in Melbourne and tigers at home with strong performances from whoever starts on that wing, may not be justifiable to parachute him straight in

He's a NSW and Australian representative only a year ago. Do you honestly think he wouldn't be in our starting team?

 

[Gronk]

Breaking

 

[Gronk]

 

[Gronk]

^^^^^ IIRC is/was working full time with oz tag.

 

[Incorrect]

I think Addo-Carr being told he's no guarantee is a bit of a stitch up. He's easily our 2nd best winger.

100%. If anything it's probably just reinforcing the message for everyone not to take anything for granted. We aren't going to play JAC in reserve grade.

 

[King-Gutho94]

Great coup getting Mark Gasnier on board.

I used to enjoy his commentary on Fox I thought he read and presented the game very well.

Unfortunately it was probably too good for some of the dipshits on fox league these days.

 

[84 Baby]

^^^^^ IIRC is/was working full time with oz tag.

Defensive coach then? It’ll be an improvement on some of last year’s effort

 

[Twizzle]

I like Gaz as a commentator and game analyser, Ryles making all the right moves atm

 

[eels_fan]

He's a NSW and Australian representative only a year ago. Do you honestly think he wouldn't be in our starting team?

You’re forgetting Aussie Sean Russell

 

[eels_fan]

In yet another major off-season recruitment move by Parramatta, champion Dragons centre Mark Gasnier has been employed to work in blue and gold as a specialist coach for the club’s outside backs.

What is sure to be a dagger to the heart of many St George-Illawarra fans, Gasnier will also become a major influence on high-profile Dragons recruit Zac Lomax, who has joined the Eels in a bid to play regular centre.

The arrival of Gasnier continues the rising influence of former St George-Illawarra stars to join the Eels with head coach Jason Ryles, assistant coach Nathan Brown and Lomax all major contributors to the history of the Red-V.


“I actually got him down to Melbourne (several seasons ago) when I was there as an assistant a couple of times and the boys were really receptive of his input,” Ryles said.

“I always kept that in my mind, that if ever I was to get a job, I’d get him involved again.

“He’s been loving it. He enjoys coming in to work with the outside backs.

“He talks to them about their craft and breaks down the intricate parts of playing in the backs that I can’t pass on.

“He also sits down and does video with them.

“We’re great mates and so there’s a relationship there. It’s only a small role, but there’s no doubt he can have an influence.’’


Asked about the influx of former Dragons at the club, Ryles said: “First and foremost we’re mates, but the main reason is I just wanted the best coaches that I could get my hands on.

“Gaz will be great for Zac and all our backs including Sean Russell, Will Penisini and Josh (Addo-Carr) and all our young backs coming through.”

https://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/sport/nrl/dragons-legend-mark-gasnier-joins-parramatta-eels-as-assistant-coach/news-story/f045c7734e3e271b21f5a6413ea5bcb0

 

[Rocket man]

What was the question towards the end that got Ryles talking about the 3 hookers that are already at the club?

Bernie

 

[AnonymousLurker]

Great coup getting Mark Gasnier on board.

I used to enjoy his commentary on Fox I thought he read and presented the game very well.

Unfortunately it was probably too good for some of the dipshits on fox league these days.

Yeh he actually analysed games and wasn’t sensationalist and also I found him to be like sterling in not being biased against teams.