Reds 2023

[Ignoto]

I can live with those three hookers.

We probably need to re-assess the loose head prop situation then. Hoopert hasn't quite kicked on and Zander has had a number of brain farts over this season.

 

[Wilson]

I actually don't mind the trio of Asiata, Nasser and Faessler. I think they are all Super Rugby quality but we just need a them to put their hand up and push to that next level.

I don't believe QLDer Feleti Kaitu'u has a contract next year and has dropped off in form recently, as well as having Folau Fainga'a in the hood in 2023 too.....

With the coaching change over at the force Kaitu'u should be much more available than he otherwise would have been as captain, I'd love to see him come home.

 

[Jimmyjam]

I thought Nasser was excellent prior to injury, had a feeling he could potentially go to the next level in time.

 

[Mug Punter]

Nasser looks like he has a future at a higher level and Faessler/Asiata have not disappointed and will only get better with time

 

[sunnyboys]

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Hope the Reds are taking a look

 

[liquor box]

problem is there doesn't appear any proven, fit and available in the market place.

Most hookers this year around the Aussie super clubs have succumbed to injuries which always put doubt on them. It is only the brumbies who have hoarded a few away that might be raided, but from what I understand all of their lads are signed on tight deals until 2024

We should also look elsewhere and consider overseas options too, there may be good young hookers in NZ, SA or ARG that could come to the Reds and be SUper Rugby ready.

 

[Wilson]

Mafi to the Rebels confirmed:

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1527806727319523328

 

[Clubhouse coach]

We should also look elsewhere and consider overseas options too, there may be good young hookers in NZ, SA or ARG that could come to the Reds and be SUper Rugby ready.

Would love to see

We should also look elsewhere and consider overseas options too, there may be good young hookers in NZ, SA or ARG that could come to the Reds and be SUper Rugby ready.

would love to see Malcolm Marx in the Reds forward pack, fantastic player and would be an outstanding mentor for young hookers and forwards.

 

[Ignoto]

All the best to Alex. He had some great games for the Reds. I've been impressed with Richie's work rate over the season so we should be able to cover his departure.

Matty F needs to do a bit more work on discipline and battle retention. Gave away se dumb penalties against Moana last night.

 

[RugbyReg]

Hearing Mac Grealy to the Force.

 

[Rugbynutter39]

Hearing Mac Grealy to the Force.

Would make sense as more opportunities for start at force, unfortunate for reds though for depth.

 

[Tomikin]

Hearing Mac Grealy to the Force.

Would he have been overtaken by Aubrey by now or they both about the same

 

[LeCheese]

Would he have been overtaken by Aubrey by now or they both about the same

Aubrey hasn’t had a run yet has he? Named on the bench but wasn’t used. Grealy would surely still be ahead in the pecking order

 

[Jimmy_Crouch]

Hearing Mac Grealy to the Force.

Well he is better than Ralston, McGregor, Lacey and Strachan.

 

[DELETE ACCOUNT]

I am hearing that plenty of Reds player managers looking for their clients not just Grealy and Mafi.

 

[Adam84]

There’s only 10 full time squad contracts left available and about 20 players in the squad including WTS/EPS, so not unexpected.

COVID created a false environment last year for retention. I think a few stayed on longer then they would have given uncertainty around international travel.

 

[RugbyReg]

There’s only 10 full time squad contracts left available and about 20 players in the squad including WTS/EPS, so not unexpected.

COVID created a false environment last year for retention. I think a few stayed on longer then they would have given uncertainty around international travel.

And there are 2 Aussie clubs desperate for talent.

 

[Rugbynutter39]

And there are 2 Aussie clubs desperate for talent.

Actually on reds recent performances I would say 3 Aussie clubs desparate for talent.

 

[RugbyReg]

Actually on reds recent performances I would say 3 Aussie clubs desparate for talent.

Not really. Just desperate for the talent we have to stay fit.

 

[RugbyReg]

Speaking of which:

3 hookers.
2 THPs