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Maybe a Brumbies game at Newcastle? It is a bit far but they have a decent stadium, surely they have some rugby supporters too.

That is actually not a bad idea. Canberra stadium sure as hell doesn't come close to selling out so it's not a lot of fans will miss out on a game or two.

To'omua is usually the bigger and better kicker. But was poor this year - I re-call numerous times he could not find touch off a penalty (against the AB's twice and with the Brumbies in the finals). So maybe that is why Foley was preferred. Hopefully To'omua can get back his Mogo next year.

Agreed, We seem to kick only as a last resort, like when we can't penetrate the line after numerous phases so either Foley of To'omua puts in a bloody grubber when no one is ready to chase. Alternatively All Blacks put in a grubber off first phase ball with their whole back-line chasing...

True, but I think flaky-ness seems to mostly reduce once a player starts to mature. Examples Lilo, Cooper, Drew Mitchell. I expect more consistency from him this year, he has been in the senior set-up long enough now.

Good point. I re-call us attempting and miserably failing with the grubber. To'omua and Foley (at Test level) seem to use it as a last resort instead of as an attacking weapon which the ABs do to us. Which absolutely frustrates me. This goes for the chip kick too. Cruden used the chip kick...

Defences are pretty much rushing 90% of the time these days too, I can't remember how many times defences have rushed up to the wallaby line leaving space out wide - yet no one with the ability to put in a long lobbing pass or a cross field kick to get the ball wide quick and over the defence.

I know.I meant his earlier years at the Reds he was pretty good on the wing.

I'm going to throw Morahan's name out there as a dark horse. He had a great season at the Reds on the wing, then he had that outstanding performance at fullback against the British and Irish Lions. Had a few injuries that set him back but I think he'll have a strong 2015. Fast, Strong...

I forgot about Hunt. Hope your right @aka_the_think.

Look I agree, our exist strategy on the EOYT was horrible. But optimistically I can see this improving dramatically next year. Cooper, To'omua can step up this area, Falou and Foley can improve. An additional kicker on the wing in JOC (James O'Connor) will help too. As well as better coaching and strategy. Of...

I stand corrected.

We already have 2 kickers in To'omua and Foley in the backline. It's not vital for Falou to kick too. Compare this to the All Blacks who also only have 2 kickers and do just fine. We just need a better and clearer exit strategy, and our kickers need to do better. To'omua is usually good with the...

He has a long punt. Certainly further then Foley's our primary wallaby kicker. He does look very uncomfortable kicking though, which I find bizarre given his AFL training.

Maybe so, but I don't see JOC (James O'Connor) and AAC (Adam Ashley-Cooper) as realistic options. They aren't going to make a big difference. Here why: JOC (James O'Connor): Not a lot of game time at fullback, and at Test level failed miserably in the position, so I'm not sure why you assume his positioning will be much better then Falou. His...

To a degree yes. But I think the step is still a large contributor of the slow service. Along with other things like injury, attitude, form etc. I think the main point with Genia is, which I believe Bob Dwyer pointed out in one of his articles is, Genia actually takes a whole step backwards...

I think it comes down to speed. Genia is slower now so it is much more noticeable. I remember him being very quick in 2011 so it was never much of an issue. Also the amount of sniping runs might have something to do with, Genia's running isn't as much of a concern for defences as it use to be...

It certainly can be effective, For example if the half-back is bringing in defenders close to ruck, making them guess whether they about to go for a sniping run or not.. Genia's was also great at this. His problem now is that his step looks like habit, he does it 90% of the time. It should...

interesting he pointed out Nic White as a stepper... certainly doesn't have that reputation in Aus, usually he provides quick service its the other aspects of his game that lets him down. Eg. kicking too much, no running game.