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Herbert Moran (7)
I'm not sure how the allocations are made as to what makes you eligible for City or Country but the number of players from the Reds on the injured list, there appears to be some room to a give a few smokies a chance.
In that list I would include names like Anton Minenko, Simana Halaifonua from Souths, Kristian Satui from Norths (much in the same way Mahina was used last year.) as possible back row options.
I think Scott Malolua has done enough to warrant an opportunity after a solid season at the base for Souths as well. Aside from the halfback fundamentals he obviously possesses, his kicking in the clutch could prove useful.
Also agree on the Wests centre as well.
From GPS I think Ryan Freney's versatility allows him to still get a look in, alongside someone like a Rubin Leilua. Which may unfortunately come at the expense of the highly improved AJ Campbell from Easts (who worked wonders with him this year).
I still cant believe Andrew Muirhead isn't rating a mention as well. Has had a solid year of QPR, has played ITM and is in good form too. Not to mention Varesa Mataitini, the guy knows his way to the try line, and hard to imagine what he could do in a good backline.
The lock position in both squads will be the most intriguing for me as to who will get selected. Excited to see the squads.
In that list I would include names like Anton Minenko, Simana Halaifonua from Souths, Kristian Satui from Norths (much in the same way Mahina was used last year.) as possible back row options.
I think Scott Malolua has done enough to warrant an opportunity after a solid season at the base for Souths as well. Aside from the halfback fundamentals he obviously possesses, his kicking in the clutch could prove useful.
Also agree on the Wests centre as well.
From GPS I think Ryan Freney's versatility allows him to still get a look in, alongside someone like a Rubin Leilua. Which may unfortunately come at the expense of the highly improved AJ Campbell from Easts (who worked wonders with him this year).
I still cant believe Andrew Muirhead isn't rating a mention as well. Has had a solid year of QPR, has played ITM and is in good form too. Not to mention Varesa Mataitini, the guy knows his way to the try line, and hard to imagine what he could do in a good backline.
The lock position in both squads will be the most intriguing for me as to who will get selected. Excited to see the squads.
