Mick The Munch
Bill McLean (32)
Though shame to see him go, back row is one of our stronger areas. If everyone was fit Wells wouldn’t be a guaranteed starter, perhaps more coaching opportunities over there?
Rebels 2023
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Wilson
Phil Kearns (64)
Apparently Melbourne weren't interested in re-signing Wells:
Rebel man
John Thornett (49)
Yeah it’s an odd one. It’s always weird to let the captain walk out especially in his first year in the job
Wallaby Man
Nev Cottrell (35)
Rebels have Kemeny who will be hopeful fit next year. He’s at the stage where needs to be playing each week, they also see Canham as a potential 6. Add Leota and Ioane someone had to go. Obviously kept their highest profile (Leota), the guy who played the majority of the previous season at 6 and impressed (unfortunately injury ruled out entire season) and the 2 that are most happy to play squad member while they learn (Ioane/Canham).
Hardwick also someone that can fill in at 6/8 if there is lots of injuries
Hardwick also someone that can fill in at 6/8 if there is lots of injuries
Rebel man
John Thornett (49)
I get that, but it’s odd that you name someone captain if you feel they are that marginal in the set up
Derpus
Nathan Sharpe (72)
Rebels have no idea what they are doing.
Rebel man
John Thornett (49)
12 years with no success gives that away, who even was the captain in 21?
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John Thornett (49)
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John Thornett (49)
Would say Phillip
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John Thornett (49)
Seems that way, maybe moving Wilkin to 6 & giving Leota 8 is on the cards.
However we are loosing a bloke that didn't miss a tackle for the past 2 years in a side that leaks points like a siv
swingpass
Peter Sullivan (51)
yes a bit odd, perhaps they were originally going to go for Too'mua again this year but were unsure as to his playing future (still only one head knock away from ending though). i really liked what Wells brought in rugby smarts and quiet effectiveness and his post match interviews, never an excuse. they may well feel he is no longer in the best 23 if they can get Ioane fit and Kemeny back, perhaps Isi is coming home (just dreaming). my reactions are a bit mixed, not great that you're dumping the skipper (effect on morale ?) but on the other hand finally a bit ruthless in who to keep in the squad.
and Powell going too
"Looking ahead to 2023, the Melbourne Rebels will enter next season retaining the majority of its 2022 playing squad and current Wallabies and Junior Wallabies representatives.
The Melbourne Rebels can also confirm it has some exciting announcements to make in the coming days regarding new player signings and retentions."
and Powell going too
"Looking ahead to 2023, the Melbourne Rebels will enter next season retaining the majority of its 2022 playing squad and current Wallabies and Junior Wallabies representatives.
The Melbourne Rebels can also confirm it has some exciting announcements to make in the coming days regarding new player signings and retentions."
Rebel man
John Thornett (49)
But I wouldn’t say the back row has ever been the issue defensively
Tazzmania
Bob Loudon (25)
Interesting how the journalist in question changed the tone of the signing and his outlook after his first tweet (see below):
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Nicholas Shehadie (39)
I don’t think any team should keep someone on just because they are the captain. Wells was apparently peer-voted as captain, so obviously well-respected. For whatever reason(s), the Rebels didn’t see him as a long term option. Or maybe he chose to leave?
Dctarget
Tim Horan (67)
Yeah I'm not fussed. Rebels need to be ruthless if they're to change anything.
Rebel man
John Thornett (49)
It’s no knock on Wells, it more shows that their is a lack of leadership at the club
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Nicholas Shehadie (39)
Or you could say there is leadership. Sometimes it’s easy to just go along and not change anything because it is easy. I feel 2023 will be the season Stiles has more involvement in the roster.
KevinO
Geoff Shaw (53)
Hodge and Philip were VC this year,
I think Hodge will get captaincy, also think Hodge is more deserving at this stage as his been with the club since 2016 and hopefully will be the first Rebel to reach 100 caps next season.