Rebels 2017

[NTT]

The Hurricanes were exceptional in their execution and skill level. They are obviously full of confidence and are led by a guy named Beauden Barret, who i hear can sorta play a bit. The Rebels showed a couple of glimpses of promise, some nice 1st 2nd 3rd phase starter plays that made inroads. Amanaki Mafi was a very good ball carrier, Jordy Reed got better as the game went on. Lomax scrummed well for a 1st start.
The defense, lets be honest, wasn't great. 40 missed tackles is very high and needs attention. The mental application is the first step to fixing it. A coordinated defensive line was missing too with the line always jagged and disjointed leaving the space in behind for the Canes to do what they wanted. Timanis injury a concern.
But as above, the Canes were exceptional and have started a level above this year.

 

[Mr Wobbly]

I think it's time for TT and ZH to get their DCMs.

With a week off this is the time to pull the trigger, Andrew Cox.

 

[lou75]

Just saw the latest Super Rugby standings with Rebels stone motherless last due to point differential of -103!!!. Not happy Jan!!

 

[Mr Wobbly]

Just saw the latest Super Rugby standings with Rebels stone motherless last due to point differential of -103!!!. Not happy Jan!!

In 2011 we finished on -280 odd, it took 16 games to achieve that milestone.

 

[louie]

Can we get Link back into Aus rugby?

 

[neilc]

What are your realistic options for replacement coaches?

Maybe it is time to get an up and coming coach who has never had a skills/strategy/whatever role with the Wallabies - that doesn't seem to work too well. Don't get anyone turfed from another Super Rugby side either - there has to be some coaches who have shown promise at Premier level who can make the step up as the Rebels results so far suggest that something different is needed.

At least one positive is that the Rebels can't lose as badly next week since they have the bye, but the Chiefs will be looking keenly at their match the week after.

 

[liquor box]

Just to be clear - I was joking about Richard Graham.

so was the Reds board then someone actually put pen to paper. or at least that is the only plausible reson I can think of

 

[liquor box]

Can we get Link back into Aus rugby?

Would be great, the only issue is there would need to be an assurance of at least five more years as a team and a massive contract.

This would be the best thing for Australian rugby I have heard for a while. I seriously hope it could happen.

 

[mst]

What are your realistic options for replacement coaches?

Anyone else! It can't get worse.

The only criteria is that they aren't referred to by their initials like RG and TT!

 

[Joe Blow]

Can we get Link back into Aus rugby?

He's a Melbourne lad too is he not?
Its a bit of a poisoned chalice at this point although I'm sure he could turn them around to at least have a respectable showing this season.

 

[Rugbynutter39]

What are your realistic options for replacement coaches?

Maybe it is time to get an up and coming coach who has never had a skills/strategy/whatever role with the Wallabies - that doesn't seem to work too well. Don't get anyone turfed from another Super Rugby side either - there has to be some coaches who have shown promise at Premier level who can make the step up as the Rebels results so far suggest that something different is needed.

At least one positive is that the Rebels can't lose as badly next week since they have the bye, but the Chiefs will be looking keenly at their match the week after.

Simon CRON

 

[RugbyReg]

Simon Cronin

this guy?

 

[Tex]

Hit the phones!

 

[Rugbynutter39]

this guy?

Yes unfortunately recruitment was limited to the car park....so they have now recruited the car park attendant as Rebels next coach. Apparently he has not seen a Rebels super rugby game. What a relief as he may otherwise have not taken the job. He has also promised to make sure all Rebels supporters who attend home games will ensure their car is parked to the highest standard.

 

[wamberal]

Simon Cronin

Simon Cron?

 

[Scooter]

Yes unfortunately recruitment was limited to the car park..so they have now recruited the car park attendant as Rebels next coach. Apparently he has not seen a Rebels super rugby game. What a relief as he may otherwise have not taken the job. He has also promised to make sure all Rebels supporters who attend home games will ensure their car is parked to the highest standard.

At least if he is good at parking cars, he may be able to employ the soccer tactic of parking the bus and improve our defensive efforts.

 

[Rugbynutter39]

Simon Cron?

Sorry yes I did mean Simon Cron - unfortunately the more well known Cron to me in my head whilst typing this was Mick Cronin (yes I am an ex NRL eels supporter in the 80's).

 

[Rugbynutter39]

Simon Cron?

fixed

 

[swingpass]

Hit the phones!

so is laurie talking about himself or the players ? i'd be very happy for the lord to come to melbourne.

 

[Tex]

so is laurie talking about himself or the players ? i'd be very happy for the lord to come to melbourne.

Sounds despondent, so I assume he means himself. Also comes across as highly principled so doubt he'd attack players like that.

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