QLD Premier Rugby 2015

[FilthRugby]

However, you have been saved. I recall 'Ascot/Clayfield' being connected to GPS not us until later on in the piece before totally disbanding.

 

[Tigers Tale]

Surprised TT isn't here announcing that Thomson is playing for the Tigers in 2015.


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I got Turner correct Jets & that is the only Reds recruit that I've ever said would play at the Den but Thomson would be welcome.

 

[FilthRugby]

Say 'James O'Connor to Easts', I dear you!!!

I can imagine the power you secretly have over Qld Rugby, TT.

 

[Tigers Tale]

Filth you know that JOC (James O'Connor) would not be a good cultural match as we have a no DH policy - he would be better suited at a North of the River club.

 

[TheBigDog]

Doubt it. Does not like Piccone!

Seems to be growing trend these days

 

[GPSMick]

Doubt it. Does not like Piccone!

It's funny you say Andy muirhead doesn't like Picone. As it was Andy muirhead chasing Picone to get him a contract in NZ! Get your facts straight hey

 

[FilthRugby]

Anyone know when the Australian Club Championship will be played? I have to say I'm supporting the Woodies. All I know is that it has to be played in Sydney.

 

[Tigers Tale]

Correct Filth it is due to be played in Sydney.

 

[Jets]

When was the last time it was played in Sydney? I don't think they are that keen on the game and actually enjoy coming up to God's country for the weekend.


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[Tigers Tale]

Jets - Sydney Uni played Qld Uni in Sydney before the start of the respective competitions in 2013.

 

[Sword of Justice]

Sorry for a rubbish rumour first post but... at the city vs country NRC game a bloke from UQ behind me was bragging about how Taniela Tupou was coming to the Red Heavies. Being coached by Scott Allen would undoubtedly be good for his development.

I've read in earlier pages that he was rumoured for Brothers as well. I'm not familiar with their coaches, would he likely develop into a good scrummager there?

 

[RugbyReg]

Brothers coach is a former QLD front rower. And the QLD Country scrum coach.

 

[Sword of Justice]

Mathison? I know he's a good communicator.

Does anyone believe Tupou would sign for a club up here if he didn't expect to be played at Premier level at least? I'm scratching my head because I doubt he'd fit in straight away in the Men's.

 

[RugbyReg]

I don't think he's thinking short term. The Reds, I hope, would've mapped out a development plan which includes a lot of Under 20 play I suspect.

 

[rugbywatch]

It would make sense for Tupou to go to a club where he will consistently be able to play 80 minutes of premier grade every week, which will be brilliant for his development. A club like Wests, Norths, Bond whom don't have rep front rowers and don't have much depth in the front row. So not only would it be a development for him, but a gain in front row depth for one of those 3 clubs.

Same goes for new recruit Duncan Paiauaa. He'd be best going to a club that doesn't have an upcoming 10 so he can play all year in his position of choice and perhaps in a struggling team where he can learn to guide a team around the field at premier grade level.

 

[TheBigDog]

I would think Tupou would play at least a few games in Premier Colts before moving straight into Premier Grade, especially being a front rower.

As RugbyReg said you'd think the Reds would have a pretty clear development plan considering they've signed him up as a 'prospect' and want him to develop more before moving into the main squad.

Brothers does seem like a good fit in my opinion. He would have the resources of a good coach in Ben McCormack for Prem Colts and also the front row mentoring coming from Matho in Prem Grade.

 

[thierry dusautoir]

Word on the street is that the season is sensationally early next year...Have any teams started preparations?

 

[TheBigDog]

What defines sensationally early TD?

The first round last year was mid-late March which I thought was pretty early considering it made teams play trials in February.

 

[thierry dusautoir]

Well i don't know dates, but allegedly its even earlier next year!!

 

[TheBigDog]

Going back a few years (2012) the first round wasn't until the last weekend in April when the weather was becoming much more accommodating. If the actual season ends up kicking off any earlier than March and there needs to be trials in January its going to be bloody hot!