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Desmond Connor (43)
Senior Academy but training with the squad at times. Classy halfback with good defence. Offers more than what I’ve seen from any Prem’s halfback. Just needs his time learning his craft over the next 1-2 years.
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Desmond Connor (43)
What Props have we got coming through the pathways? How’s Harry Vella travelling?Aus Schoolboys with Nongorr.
And Locks?
And Locks?
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Peter Johnson (47)
Harrison Goddard could be a contender if the Reds are looking for another halfback
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Rod McCall (65)
Mose Tuqiri is one to keep an eye on, i also like Rhys Van Nek at Easts..
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Chris McKivat (8)
Don’t get the logic of playing colts if he’s in the main squad. Would love to see him playing prems. Big difference boys and hardened club players.
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Desmond Connor (43)
Rhys has been overlooked since he left school. A bit of fitness training and he could be a real shot.
Scott Gale is playing premier grade and probably deserves to be
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Phil Kearns (64)
Posted this in the 2020 thread, but thinking about it Mowen might be an excellent option to come in next year in a coaching role around the lineout. It'd have to be worked out with his u20s coaching commitments, but I think it's pretty unlikely the u20s competition will be back to normal next year, so it may make sense from an RA perspective to have him utilised in dual roles, at least at a coaching level.
Aside from his ability at the lineout I think he'd be a great experienced head to have around the younger guys and depending on what the competition looks like he may even be a playing option. Not sure where he's at at the moment but, I wouldn't be surprised if he was still a handy bench 4/5/6/8 option, at least in an Australian domestic competition.
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Ward Prentice (10)
I posted this in the Waratahs 2020 thread so apologies if I am breaking rules, but is this the answer to our flyhalf issues?
NEW South Wales Waratah great, Mack Mason will be swapping his sky blue jersey for a Roma Echidnas jersey as the joins the local boys in the fight against the Toowoomba Bears tomorrow, Saturday, August 14.
Downs Rugby League manager Matt Hammond said the signing of Mason will be a phenomenal boost to the team, and the ticket to victory – easing the Echidnas current losing streak as they’ve been defeated at every match this year.
“This is fantastic for the Roma Echidnas, they’ve been struggling with the spine of the backline – number nine, the scrum half and number 10, and the fly half positions,” Mr Hammond said.
“Both of these positions were lost to players who signed in Brisbane.
“As the team cohesion with Mack Mason in the side over the coming weeks, it will bring a much-welcomed boost and exciting time for Downs Rugby League and for the Roma community.”
Mason spent his early years growing up in Mitchell and it was thought this season was his chance to make the Waratah’s number 10 jersey his own, after he debuted with the club in 2017.
However, due to current biosecurity protocols, players outside of New South Wales are not eligible to return to the NSW Waratahs.
Mason is still contracted with the team until November but was granted permission by the club to explore employment opportunities on the farm in Queensland while continuing strength and conditioning programs from afar.
NEW South Wales Waratah great, Mack Mason will be swapping his sky blue jersey for a Roma Echidnas jersey as the joins the local boys in the fight against the Toowoomba Bears tomorrow, Saturday, August 14.
Downs Rugby League manager Matt Hammond said the signing of Mason will be a phenomenal boost to the team, and the ticket to victory – easing the Echidnas current losing streak as they’ve been defeated at every match this year.
“This is fantastic for the Roma Echidnas, they’ve been struggling with the spine of the backline – number nine, the scrum half and number 10, and the fly half positions,” Mr Hammond said.
“Both of these positions were lost to players who signed in Brisbane.
“As the team cohesion with Mack Mason in the side over the coming weeks, it will bring a much-welcomed boost and exciting time for Downs Rugby League and for the Roma community.”
Mason spent his early years growing up in Mitchell and it was thought this season was his chance to make the Waratah’s number 10 jersey his own, after he debuted with the club in 2017.
However, due to current biosecurity protocols, players outside of New South Wales are not eligible to return to the NSW Waratahs.
Mason is still contracted with the team until November but was granted permission by the club to explore employment opportunities on the farm in Queensland while continuing strength and conditioning programs from afar.
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I love that Mack is doing this, he just needs to find the love of the sport again.
He’s a good player, very organised - but he was treated poorly and it affected his development.
Plenty more football in him if he wants to play on.
He’s a good player, very organised - but he was treated poorly and it affected his development.
Plenty more football in him if he wants to play on.
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Ward Prentice (10)
Works two ways - great for rugby on the Downs as well.
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Ward Prentice (10)
No, local Risdon Cup rugby. Story has it wrong. It's definitely rugby.
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Desmond Connor (43)
We need Mowen.
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Rod McCall (65)
Correct, Roma Echidnas are definitely rugby union, likewise the Toowoomba Bears, I've played against both teams over the years. Roma Echidnas were always a difficult road trip.
As I understand the Risdon Cup is facing real hard times this year, with traditional heavyweights like Goodiwindi Emus pulling out of the 2020 season entirely, and a number of other teams opted not to submit teams in the A-Grade tournament as well.
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Ward Prentice (10)
I believe Goondi and Dalby pulled out only because of Covid restrictons which meant they couldn't operate their bars. All other teams except for UQ Gatton are playing. UQ Gatton may be because their student numbers are down because of Covid. The local league competition is not being played at all.
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Desmond Connor (43)
Maybe we might see Mack Mason join the Reds in 2021. We need a flyhalf now that Gordon’s gone. When JOC (James O'Connor) went of the field injured in the last 10 mins last night it was a obvious reshuffle.
