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John Hipwell (52)
The Robbie ticket comes with JOC (James O'Connor) at 10. Some player turnover is good but that would lose us half the squad.
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The Robbie ticket comes with JOC (James O'Connor) at 10. Some player turnover is good but that would lose us half the squad.
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What about the alleged Robbie/Quade issues. While I don't normally advocate backing players over the coach, surely the Reds would be more interested in Quade than Robbie
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Phil Hardcastle (33)
After watching the tahs - bulls game, I can't help but imagine what jacques potgeiter (assuming that is the tahs 6, not bulls kicker) would have done to the squad. He is a machine
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He is playing better rugby here than he was over there. Makes you see the merit of bringing blokes into the group with skillsets from different continents. It is benefiting him and obviously benefiting the squad.
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And it's them being available too
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Mark Ella (57)
Reckon Matty won't consider a return to Auyssie rugby until after 2015 World Cuip
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Chilla Wilson (44)
I hope so mate, but if the reds do make the final 6 it will because the rest of the Aus teams will have a shocker back end. Certainly looking that way at the moment with ugly wins with some tough games ahead of them.
In regards Richard graham and the other coaches they were given a team with top players and great a wining platform.
I drop into training now and then, and I know I'm far from being apart of the team but to me it feels like the fun has gone and I've even noticed the same thing at game time with there warm ups. For me anyway it seem all to tense,
The Reds need to show big improvement for the second half of the season, to give me any confidence heading into the 2015 rugby year.
A few QLDers off contract elsewhere (acknowledging this is still a 2014 thread, but we can sign them this year, for next year). Notably Jesse Mogg.
Matt To'omua as well.
I'd love to get Paul Alo-Emile back. Holmes is on his last legs you assume, Daley's future is under a cloud and whilst we have Paraka and Kite coming through (both excellent prospects) then PAE.
A 2nd string hooker may be needed with Saia likely to go, depending on whether Alby finally reaches his potential or not. Not many hookers going around either.
Matt To'omua as well.
I'd love to get Paul Alo-Emile back. Holmes is on his last legs you assume, Daley's future is under a cloud and whilst we have Paraka and Kite coming through (both excellent prospects) then PAE.
A 2nd string hooker may be needed with Saia likely to go, depending on whether Alby finally reaches his potential or not. Not many hookers going around either.
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Stirling Mortlock (74)
From today's Crimes:
http://www.canberratimes.com.au/rug...tay-with-the-act-brumbies-20140421-zqxfu.html
Highly unlikely unless the Reds are getting rid of a few other 10/12's and stay under the cap..........
He's also expressed a desire to stay at the Brumbies, but there's the risk one of he or Lilo (more likely IMO) could be lost to the Rebels........
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Players always say they want to stay just before they leave..what else do you expect them to say when it's still mid-season?
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John Thornett (49)
I think Alo-Emile should be a big target for next season.
I'm a big fan of Holmesie, and he's been a great servant for many years, but this season he really is struggling. And as you said Parakka and Kite are great prospects, just not ready to step up yet.
Although, bringing in an old head wouldn't be a bad idea, given that most of our props are under 25yrs old.
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Reds need to invest in a new Strength & Conditioning coach. One that specializes in the Strength department.
I want to see all of Simmons, Quirk, Shatz, Gill & Browning 10kg's heavier.
PAE would also be nice, he started out in the Reds academy, went to the Force on a full contract, then moved to the Rebs.. I think it's time he completes the circle and comes home
I want to see all of Simmons, Quirk, Shatz, Gill & Browning 10kg's heavier.
PAE would also be nice, he started out in the Reds academy, went to the Force on a full contract, then moved to the Rebs.. I think it's time he completes the circle and comes home
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A decent internet connection and access to a semi decent gym is more than adequate to put on 10kg. Generally players will target a playing weight based on their own thoughts though, in conjunction with those from the coaching staff based on what the players perceived strengths and weaknesses of play are.
10kg more isn't going to make Shatz a bruising ball runner, he just isn't one.
10kg more isn't going to help Gill get more pilfers. May even cause him to lose a little pace, which could have the opposite effect.
Quirk I agree could do with some significant gym work. His style of play at his best would be aided by increased strength and bulk.
10kg more isn't going to make Shatz a bruising ball runner, he just isn't one.
10kg more isn't going to help Gill get more pilfers. May even cause him to lose a little pace, which could have the opposite effect.
Quirk I agree could do with some significant gym work. His style of play at his best would be aided by increased strength and bulk.
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Alan Cameron (40)
This is troubling. Hope it is something that turns around after some good wins rather than a sign of cultural issues.
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Stirling Mortlock (74)
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PAE would be great. I kicked the pebbles when he went to the Force. Murday, not as sure.
As far as hookers go, I think both Ready and Ngauamo are considered pretty highly so I wouldn't be too worried.
Matty To'omua would be great, but it would be a crime to take him from Canberra. Running that side will help his game enormously.
McMahon would have been nice to bring home, but he has re-signed.
As far as hookers go, I think both Ready and Ngauamo are considered pretty highly so I wouldn't be too worried.
Matty To'omua would be great, but it would be a crime to take him from Canberra. Running that side will help his game enormously.
McMahon would have been nice to bring home, but he has re-signed.
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McMahon would have been a terrible pick up. Another undersized back rower who isn't quite a 7 and not quite a bullocking 8. We already have 2 of those in our starting team and browning and Robinson to cover 6 also. McMahon would be the last player we need.
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