I feel the same way about our back row depth, it's pretty good. You can throw another in there another, Justin Matamua.
I've got a feeling this guy will hit his straps and cement himself as a permanent sub.
I can't see him making the top team but if he does it'd be unreal.
I'm more concerned about our middle rotation......Hunt is a bench impact player and that's how I'd like him to be utilised. If this happens, Klemmer will probably start.
Pole is another option to partner May in the engine room.
I think the squad is good.
Starting Props:- May and Pole --> These two are potentially exceptionally good.
Starting lock:- Jack Bird --> This is no sure thing. I'm not sure if it will work. I'm assuming Seyfarth plays on the right edge but they could swap. Who knows. There are other options though.
Bench Middles:- Hunt, Twal & Sione Fainu --> I reckon this is a quality group of bench forwards.
Utility:- Latu Fainu --> I can see Latu being on the bench and coming in at 13 or 9. He might add some creativity in that role. It's another option. He appears to be a special player as well.
Back-up middles (in Top 30):- Matamua, Kit Laulilii, Klemmer --> I think all 3 of these could push for a top grade spot. Kit might be a bit early but he could come good quickly. Matamuma might come on. I think most people would have Klemmer in the top team.
Back-up middles (Outside Top 30):- Tim Johannssen & Reuben Porter --> These two guys looked pretty good in first grade last year.
It depends what happens with injuries but I reckon we have enough talent to get the job done. I think it's a coaching issue in that they have to get it right.
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