Melbourne Rebels 2024

[Rebel man]

If he still doesnt get traction from wallabies level I could see Trev taking the bait overseas, could you image what he would be worth in france? a non international committed 25 yo in the highest paid postilion in the top14!

I don't want to loose Philip but all his close mates have slowly left & the option of going home where he would walk in to being by far the best lock is a big carrot.

First year back from injury was in the squad before hand. I think he would back himself on a one or two year deal here then take the money

 

[Rebel man]

So Leota doesn't get a spot?

Plays 8

 

[SouthernX]

Where does Leota play if Smith is 6? you cant see him at 8 anymore with Eukasi

There’s plenty of rugby to go around for a versatile backrower who can also play in the locks.

Leota & Philip both injured. Next year there’s going to be other team personnel juggling cause of injuries.

 

[Wallaby Man]

So Leota doesn't get a spot?

Leota at 8.

Think we will see Ekuasi play off the bench when at full strength

 

[Members Section]

Leota at 8.

Think we will see Ekuasi play off the bench when at full strength

Ekuasi has been a lot more effective that Kemeny. Full strength he falls down the list.

6 Leota
7 Wilkin
8 Ekuasi

20 Hardwick > Kemeny

 

[Dctarget]

What a delightful problem to have

 

[Highlander35]

Will Dickie be allowed to get an extension? Would absolutely love to keep him but what sign offs are necessary moving forward?

 

[Members Section]

Will Dickie be allowed to get an extension? Would absolutely love to keep him but what sign offs are necessary moving forward?

cant see why he wouldn't, we have to keep him he has become such a melbourne guy even won a dewar shield for quins last yr

 

[Rebel man]

Let’s be honest someone will always be injured

 

[qwerty51]

At his position should be fine to re-sign Hardwick. The issue is when non-eligibles take up key spots like 2, 9, 10. We have plenty of backrow options.

 

[hammertimethere]

Force should sign Hardwick if they're allowed to

 

[Members Section]

Force should sign Hardwick if they're allowed to

They are allowed to sign anyone because of the ownership. They could roll out with no wallabies eligible players if they really wanted to.

 

[Mick The Munch]

We should do everything to keep Dicke, great club man.
Over the course of a season we need squad depth which is evidenced by us NOT having him and Leota available at the moment

 

[Wilson]

They are allowed to sign anyone because of the ownership. They could roll out with no wallabies eligible players if they really wanted to.

No, they have an RA imposed limit of foreign qualified players. I believe it's set at 8 or 9 at the moment.

 

[KevinO]

Philip will go, I think keeping Trev is best for the club and the squad. Have heard from a few people that Philip is hard to deal with and does not really get along with quite a few of his team mates. Would be the reason he wasn't made captain.

 

[Dctarget]

David Feliuai re-signs through to 2025.

He hasn't let the team down in his appearances, curious to see what he can do with more time in the set up.

 

[Scooter]

Josh Kemeny re-commits to Rebels until end of 2025.

 

[Rebel man]

 

[GoMelbRebels]

Josh Kemeny re-commits to Rebels until end of 2025.

Once he finishes his sentence! Very good news, thought he has had a breakout season to date.

 

[Wallaby Man]

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Wallaby in waiting.