squad confirmed:
PROPS
Angus Wagner, Bo Abra, Charlie Hancock, Santiago Medrano, Tom Robertson, Siosifa Amone, Andrew Romano
"Our front rowers give us mobility around the park and x-factor. Here, we have a diverse age split in players; we've got some experienced players and a next level coming through. They will push each other and create competition in the squad," Cron mentioned.
HOOKERS
Feleti Kaitu'u, Folau Fainga'a, Jack Winchester
"This is a critical specialist position with core roles at set piece time. Folau is a great addition to this group with his power and experience. With Folau, Feleti and Jack, there will be opportunities to compete at training, help guide and grow each other," Cron claimed.
LOCKS
Ryan McCauley, Izack Rodda, Felix Kalapu, Jeremy Williams, Will Sankey.
“Outside of set piece it’s essential our locks excel in the tight. We are looking for dominant ball carriers as well as high tackle and cleanout numbers. We are excited to get Izack back on the field. He brings experience, is a massive human and genuine international lock. Felix is explosive and fast. Combining this with Ryan and Will's strengths we will want them all pushing each other in training," asserted Cron.
BACK ROWERS
Jackson Pugh, Kane Koteka, Michael Wells, Ollie Callan, Tim Anstee, Ned Slack-Smith.
"This is a great group of hard-working, high involvement, loose forwards. We are looking at them to lead the way on both sides of the ball as well as push the tempo at which we play,” Cron highlighted.
SCRUM HALVES
Ian Prior, Issak Fines-Leleiwasa, Henry Robertson
"All our halves have their own unique strengths. For us as coaches it is about growing their game and looking to add even more strings to their bow. Game management and triple threats define great 9s. The three of them will bounce off each other and we are excited to be working with them,” affirmed Cron.
INSIDE BACKS
Bayley Kuenzle, Bryce Hegarty, Grason Makara, Hamish Stewart, Reesjan Pasitoa, George Poolman, Oliver Cummins
"The addition of Hamish and Bryce brings additional experience in big moments. There are plenty of combinations making themselves known, all exciting options. The recent Japan tour gave us a good look at some of their strengths," stated Cron.
OUTSIDE BACKS
Chase Tiatia, Daniel Ala, Jake Strachan, Manasa Mataele, Toni Pulu, Reece Tapine, Rupeni Mataele
"Chase is extremely skilful and a brilliant communicator, so a great addition to our squad. Manasa, Toni and Jake have all shown how much of a threat they can be with the ball in hand so it’s an opportunity for Reece, Daniel and Rupeni to push them in pre-season,” said Cron
Force Coaching Staff
Head Coach: Simon Cron
Forwards Coach: Jimmy Duffy
Backs Coach: Mark Ozich
Defence Coach: Will Eggleston
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