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Frank Nicholson (4)
How did GT's new 15 go?
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Herbert Moran (7)
that's huge news, I think NC will struggle this year, when was the last time they lost 2 trial games? Forwards have been out muscled in a few games already, they usually base their game on defense ,and there already hiding players on the wing because of there size, number 10 is very erratic, makes a lot of mistakes, Big decisions to make for round 1 ......
IppyRanger
Bob McCowan (2)
IGS had a solid hit out against BGS. Showing great signs for the seasons ahead. They will be competitive against the top sides and will cause some upsets. Have quality players through out their side. Can’t wait to see if they can stay consistent week in week out.
Agree with Gheeza6711. TGS were the stand out side in the 3 way trial with Churchie and TSS.
Churchie have a number of injuries and a lack of depth. TSS have size but smart teams will figure them out. Visual size I should say but a lack of fitness and willingness to work hard.
Bring on the start of the season!!
Agree with Gheeza6711. TGS were the stand out side in the 3 way trial with Churchie and TSS.
Churchie have a number of injuries and a lack of depth. TSS have size but smart teams will figure them out. Visual size I should say but a lack of fitness and willingness to work hard.
Bring on the start of the season!!
RazorRamon
Frank Nicholson (4)
Make_Rugby_Great_Again
Allen Oxlade (6)
Sad to hear this but fingers crossed for a super speedy recovery for Prestyn. A great kid from a lovely family and hopefully no long term injury prognosis.
Oracle83
Bill McLean (32)
Saw the tackle and spoke to Nudgee coaches after the game who conceded play was way too quick for there to have been any intention.
Poor bloke was in a hell of a lot of pain until the green whistle arrived - I love our ambos but they were operating at ants pace to administer and help - Nudgee support team were very good.
Wishing the young fella a quick recovery he was a huge loss.
Poor bloke was in a hell of a lot of pain until the green whistle arrived - I love our ambos but they were operating at ants pace to administer and help - Nudgee support team were very good.
Wishing the young fella a quick recovery he was a huge loss.
The 10 is erratic?? If it wasn’t for him they wouldn’t lost a lot more than 2.
NC haven’t put a full strength team out in any of the trials so far.
Very disappointing that the am I just meandered over. You could hear the poor kid screaming from the other side of the field.
What mistakes did the 10 make??
Make_Rugby_Great_Again
Allen Oxlade (6)
Hey RR, lets agree to disagree, but as I said to Gheeza, we'll find out soon enough in Round 4 'Up The Hill', as thats when it really counts.
I'm not doubting TGS's capabilities, but IMO, I just don't think they're as good as what they've been made out to be from reading the forum comments and then seeing them play yesterday - maybe I had higher expectations?
Anyway, as I've said all along, I believe this will be a very close competition so it's going to be very interesting and exciting to watch.
I'm not doubting TGS's capabilities, but IMO, I just don't think they're as good as what they've been made out to be from reading the forum comments and then seeing them play yesterday - maybe I had higher expectations?
Anyway, as I've said all along, I believe this will be a very close competition so it's going to be very interesting and exciting to watch.
IppyRanger
Bob McCowan (2)
Full TGS side put together looks impressive. Some boys will be very unlucky not to get a start. From what I see backrow isn’t set in concrete yet but all can do the job. Back 3 also not settled. Great depth and all know and can do the job.
Maybe current 12 goes to fullback once Azariah comes in and Miles Rosemond moves to wing.
Maybe Ramsay starts at 6 Jonah current 6 moves to lock and Joey captain straight in at 7 if ready to go. Ramsay capable of playing 6 or 7 and has skill and speed on the edges in attack.
Ramsay and Jonah have big engines and are capable of playing big minutes.
Maybe current 12 goes to fullback once Azariah comes in and Miles Rosemond moves to wing.
Maybe Ramsay starts at 6 Jonah current 6 moves to lock and Joey captain straight in at 7 if ready to go. Ramsay capable of playing 6 or 7 and has skill and speed on the edges in attack.
Ramsay and Jonah have big engines and are capable of playing big minutes.
RazorRamon
Frank Nicholson (4)
Hey FTF,
Do you know if NC are expecting their troops back in time for round 1? They’ve got tricky round 1 and 2 assignments against IGS and TSS where they’ll need to be on alert for.
Will be interesting to see how the boys go in those early rounds while they are trying to get their troops fit and healthy and back on the paddock. Be a fair bit of overtime being had in the Nudgee S&C department.
outsidechance
Bob McCowan (2)
Based on watching a bunch of trials and some inside mail from family and friends across 3 of the programs...my thoughts.
Lots of injuries and experimenting with combinations across all teams. Most teams haven't fielded their best all together over the trials very often.
BBC look very strong, I believe they won 16's last year and quite a few can't get a run. Very settled structures and roles.
TSS are big and we'll drilled, if they can contain faster outfits they will be hard to beat. Side note they have an ex Brumbies 15a flyhalf who was very very good on Saturday...one to watch in years to come.
TGS also looked very organised and if these forums are right still resting some better players. They were clinical in the backline, no glory hunters, just moving the ball to space. The TSS match was a good contest. Don't underestimate their pack either, very organised.
Churchie's forwards are looking pretty good but backs not in good shape. Reds U16s back playing 10 is out with a broken ankle. My cousin there says only settled position is 15 and 12, although the outside centre looked better on Saturday. And no one can work out why the 6'0" goal kicking winger from the 2nd XV isnt there, apparently he played for the U16 Brumbies '23 and destroys all the backs in wrestling. Defence out wide and goal kicker (1 from 8 over 3 weeks apparently) would help.
IGS are post good results - apparently their second half against Churchie was slick.
Nudgee look strong and have the depth, goal kicker is inconsistent but a good player. Word is they are tossing up how to bring bolster their outside back now with a few injuries to contens with.
GT not sure based on results likewise BGS
Bring on term 3
Lots of injuries and experimenting with combinations across all teams. Most teams haven't fielded their best all together over the trials very often.
BBC look very strong, I believe they won 16's last year and quite a few can't get a run. Very settled structures and roles.
TSS are big and we'll drilled, if they can contain faster outfits they will be hard to beat. Side note they have an ex Brumbies 15a flyhalf who was very very good on Saturday...one to watch in years to come.
TGS also looked very organised and if these forums are right still resting some better players. They were clinical in the backline, no glory hunters, just moving the ball to space. The TSS match was a good contest. Don't underestimate their pack either, very organised.
Churchie's forwards are looking pretty good but backs not in good shape. Reds U16s back playing 10 is out with a broken ankle. My cousin there says only settled position is 15 and 12, although the outside centre looked better on Saturday. And no one can work out why the 6'0" goal kicking winger from the 2nd XV isnt there, apparently he played for the U16 Brumbies '23 and destroys all the backs in wrestling. Defence out wide and goal kicker (1 from 8 over 3 weeks apparently) would help.
IGS are post good results - apparently their second half against Churchie was slick.
Nudgee look strong and have the depth, goal kicker is inconsistent but a good player. Word is they are tossing up how to bring bolster their outside back now with a few injuries to contens with.
GT not sure based on results likewise BGS
Bring on term 3
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David_Smith12
Frank Row (1)
I agree with both of you on some takes. But nonetheless here are a few of my takeaways from the three-way trial between TSS, Toowoomba, and Churchie this past weekend, especially regarding Churchie’s performance. Although Churchie hasn’t had the most impressive trial period with only one win, I still believe that they have the ability to upset some big names this year. It should be noted that key and returning players Fletcher Austin and Jye Crothers were once again absent in these trials. Austin will be a key player for Churchies attack showing talent in 2023 when he was only in year 10. Crothers will also be huge for Churchie with dominant carries and defence. Injuries may prevent Churchie from fulfilling their potential however this year, with a significant lack of depth to cater for any additional injuries, especially in the front row, with the Tauakipulu brothers out for unknown reasons.
Aside from the injuries, there was still plenty of upside to this team. Churchie seems to becoming more acclimated to new coach Brownhill’s ‘eyes up footy’ approach as opposed to the structured field possession style that Shultz has successfully delivered in previous years. However, this new style is still far from perfect with many failed offloads leading to loss of possession. If Churchie are to perfect this style I seriously believe they could be one of the most dangerous underdogs of the competition.
Standouts from Churchie on the weekend were once again Harry Solofa and Sam Williams. Solofa seems to be thriving under the new system, with dangerous offloading ability allowing him to make defenders second guess which ultimately led to him scoring two tries. My early prediction is an underdog for best forward of the season if not MVP which may not be a favourite pick but he has shown more promise than any other forward I have watched this season.
Williams once again showed off his ball carrying and defence which also led to him scoring two.
Churchie winger Bloxham is another player to watch on offence. His speed and agility will benefit well as a ball supporter, and if Churchie can find him space in attack he could be an impressive and underrated threat.
Finally from Churchie, Treyvon Pritchard still seems like the go-to back for the line. His speed and footwork combined with unsuspecting power in contact will pose a threat to the GPS this year. This should lead to opportunities for the outside backs as he consistently seemed to draw at least 2 in his attack. He especially had a great connection with the new 13 who seemed to gel better after playing 2s the last few weeks.
Now for TSS:
I have read plenty of comments regarding TSS’s pack size and their ability to play ‘bully ball’ due to their sheer size. Although the pack was dominant to some extent, it was evidently not enough to the extent where their ‘simplified’ version of rugby is justifiable. I still believe that TSS is going to be a threat this season, but I hope to see them develop a more skilled version of footy that utilises ball playing more often.
Kingsley Uys was still the most impressive forward for TSS despite having a quieter game than previous trials. His size and strength will continue to lead the TSS pack. I also believe that the centre pairing of TSS will be important for their success with both players looking dominant.
I won’t say much on TGS, but they were quite impressive, despite sending what seemed to be a somewhat developmental team. Standout player for me was Rhymen Tusi at 13. Despite being young, his size led for strong carries. Notably his kicking ability was also quite impressive with good exits.