Had choice. there were no weak links in the team this week.
Firstly honorable mention to the guys they cam into the team (Samo and Hanson) both contributed what Link wanted them to. Good to know that we can be confident to call on them during the rest of the season. They highlighted the depth that the reds are creating this year.
Reds backline all outplayed there opposite numbers. AFiangaa had a field day in defence. Morahan and Harris have shown they belong in the side. Hynes and Chambers (in particular) are going to have to work hard to get back into the side.
Slipper and Daley were strong against the heavier pack. Higgers, Robinson and Simo were all great. But my points would go to
3. Genia - The Reds mixed things up all night, and most of that was thanks to Genia who in my opinion has surpass FDP as the worlds best halfback. he attacked with forwards wide of the ruck, attacked close to the ruck, mixed in grubbers and box kicks and went for the odd snipe to keep the stormers on their toes.
2. Cooper - His Goal kicking was superb. He has shown this year that he has added a new dimension to his game in that he can execute a territory game with precision. His decision making under pressure was flawless. He even made a few tackles to my surprise
3. Horwill - The forward pack as a whole were great but he marshalled his troops as a leader and his own game was strong.
Deans must be liking what he sees.