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oh dave you got out and then you let them drag you back in, wecome back mate
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oh dave you got out and then you let them drag you back in, wecome back mate
Absolutely love your input on the forum mate so glad to see your return you're 100% the decision was a farce made worse by the fact it was Scumterbury of all teams and the judiciary conveniently suspends him for 4 games (the amount of H&A games left) as a way of saying F U Dragons fans we don't want you in the semis that wasn't part of our plan but hopefully we can ruin the nrls plan by making a cameo there and saying F U to them Flanno will use as huge motivation for sure!
I can understand we saying no for next year although Flanno may revisit this in the off season as he indicated earlier but only if someone better is available for next year which I doubt
I'd like to see the Dragons sign Schuster on a 3 year deal:Interesting one
South Sydney make shock play for Josh Schuster
By Adrian Proszenko
August 15, 2024 — 10.03am
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Wayne Bennett is considering throwing a lifeline to Josh Schuster at South Sydney next season.
Schuster has been in limbo after accepting a $1 million severance package to come off Manly’s books earlier this season.
After parting company with the Sea Eagles in April, the 23-year-old opted to take the rest of the season off to get himself into the best possible mental and physical shape to make a comeback in the NRL.
https://archive.md/tRohC/again?url=...-play-for-josh-schuster-20240815-p5k2m3.html#
That could come at the Rabbitohs, with sources not authorised to comment publicly telling this masthead that Bennett is open to the move. Schuster’s manager met with Rabbitohs officials during the week to discuss a potential deal.
Bennett has a long history of reigniting the careers of players - including Tevita Pangai Jnr, Benji Marshall, Anthony Milford and Tonie Carroll - when most other coaches felt they had little more to offer.
Pangai was tipped to follow Bennett from the Dolphins to Souths, but will instead link with French Super League club Catalans. That development has led the veteran mentor - who alongside Jack Gibson will become the first coach to be inducted into the NRL’s Hall of Fame - to instead consider Schuster as the X-factor for his Rabbitohs roster in 2025.
Josh Schuster could be heading to South Sydney.CREDIT: NRL PHOTOS
In order for the move to happen, the Rabbitohs will need to free up salary cap space. Several players coming off contract - including Michael Chee Kam, Taane Milne, Tom Burgess - will be leaving at season’s end, although the contracted Lachlan Ilias may also need to shift in order for a Schuster offer to transpire.
Schuster has shown glimpses of his potential, although injuries and off-field issues have restricted him to just 50 first-grade appearances. In an interview with this masthead in May, Schuster said he was in a good headspace after dealing with off-field issues and a luckless run with injury.
“I’ve got it off my chest now, so I’m a lot better mentally,” Schuster said at the time.
“I’m a lot happier, mentally I’m in a better headspace. When I’m at my fittest and happiest, that’s when I start playing my best footy. If anything, I can’t wait to be back and prove to myself I can do it.”
Schuster has previously stated his intention to become the best player in the game, but was more circumspect in his last interview.
“I want to earn my teammates’ respect, putting my head down and working hard,” he said.
“That’s as simple as it gets. No Origin, nothing like that. I just want to earn my teammates’ trust and respect
What about Mitch Moses he’s 29 Parramatta are getting rid of players. Or do we have a half ready to play next year
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Agree random, he looks a class act. Probably needs to fill out a bit as well, but he could be our long term answer in a few years.
The 3 years away bit confuses me. I can assure you Mitchell Woods is going to play 1st grade at the Dogs before the latter part of season 2027. If Reed is viewed as the next Dragons 7, and LKT the 6....why are they not honing their combination as 6 and 7 in NSW Cup now? Pretty sure Roosters didn't wait 3 years to blood Sam Walker.
Damn damn double damnInteresting one
South Sydney make shock play for Josh Schuster
By Adrian Proszenko
August 15, 2024 — 10.03am
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Wayne Bennett is considering throwing a lifeline to Josh Schuster at South Sydney next season.
Schuster has been in limbo after accepting a $1 million severance package to come off Manly’s books earlier this season.
After parting company with the Sea Eagles in April, the 23-year-old opted to take the rest of the season off to get himself into the best possible mental and physical shape to make a comeback in the NRL.
https://archive.md/tRohC/again?url=...-play-for-josh-schuster-20240815-p5k2m3.html#
That could come at the Rabbitohs, with sources not authorised to comment publicly telling this masthead that Bennett is open to the move. Schuster’s manager met with Rabbitohs officials during the week to discuss a potential deal.
Bennett has a long history of reigniting the careers of players - including Tevita Pangai Jnr, Benji Marshall, Anthony Milford and Tonie Carroll - when most other coaches felt they had little more to offer.
Pangai was tipped to follow Bennett from the Dolphins to Souths, but will instead link with French Super League club Catalans. That development has led the veteran mentor - who alongside Jack Gibson will become the first coach to be inducted into the NRL’s Hall of Fame - to instead consider Schuster as the X-factor for his Rabbitohs roster in 2025.
Josh Schuster could be heading to South Sydney.CREDIT: NRL PHOTOS
In order for the move to happen, the Rabbitohs will need to free up salary cap space. Several players coming off contract - including Michael Chee Kam, Taane Milne, Tom Burgess - will be leaving at season’s end, although the contracted Lachlan Ilias may also need to shift in order for a Schuster offer to transpire.
Schuster has shown glimpses of his potential, although injuries and off-field issues have restricted him to just 50 first-grade appearances. In an interview with this masthead in May, Schuster said he was in a good headspace after dealing with off-field issues and a luckless run with injury.
“I’ve got it off my chest now, so I’m a lot better mentally,” Schuster said at the time.
“I’m a lot happier, mentally I’m in a better headspace. When I’m at my fittest and happiest, that’s when I start playing my best footy. If anything, I can’t wait to be back and prove to myself I can do it.”
Schuster has previously stated his intention to become the best player in the game, but was more circumspect in his last interview.
“I want to earn my teammates’ respect, putting my head down and working hard,” he said.
“That’s as simple as it gets. No Origin, nothing like that. I just want to earn my teammates’ trust and respect
Don’t know how he’s done it but Flanno has deliveredThanks @BIG RIG
Dragons announce signing of Valentine Holmes
AuthorDragons.com.audragons.com.auTimestampThu 15 Aug 2024, 04:10 PM
The Dragons are pleased to announce the signing of representative outside back Valentine Holmes on a three-year deal from 2025.
The 29-year-old has so far played 198 NRL matches for the Sharks and Cowboys, including winning the 2016 Grand Final, with 101 career tries.
He also has 21 tries in 20 Tests for Australia, and 13 tries in 19 State of Origin matches for Queensland.
“Valentine is a top-class, versatile player who will be a great asset for our club over the coming seasons,” said Dragons Head Coach Shane Flanagan.
“He has played centre, wing and fullback at the elite level over a long period and is also a fantastic goal-kicker.
“We look forward to welcoming Val and his family to the Red V next year.”
Dragons announce signing of Valentine Holmes
The Dragons are pleased to announce the signing of representative outside back Valentine Holmes on a three-year deal from 2025.
