Better than him sitting at home putting on weight again, he maybe the type of unit that is better playing than training
Still 24, that is fetus like in tight forward years
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Better than him sitting at home putting on weight again, he maybe the type of unit that is better playing than training
Still 24, that is fetus like in tight forward years
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How long is short term, how much pre-season will he get at the Tahs?... that's a questionable deal IMO, Skelton if anyone needs a very specified and goal orientated pre-season under direct the gaze of the Waratahs coaching staff
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David Wilson (68)
Whatever is happening big Will is still a tempting prospect in that tight pod for the WBs. He's a one man maul wrecker, surely its not a big step to ruck smasher?
It would be awesome for him to step up to the plate. Agree with FP, at his age we just keep plugging away at it.
It would be awesome for him to step up to the plate. Agree with FP, at his age we just keep plugging away at it.
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Pre-season serves its purpose, to train in a controlled environment, it allows trainers to manage and maintain fatigue levels over a prolonged periods whilst improving strength and conditioning.
Match day fitness is critically important, but the variables of actually playing make it hard to maintain fitness and strength let along build on it, tapering leading up to matches and injury management and rehabilitation.
Best team in the world or not, pre-season is where the gains are made
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David Codey (61)
I can't think of anyone that improves their form by playing in the off season.
On one hand Skelton needs the conditioning focus that is only available in the off-season so in that regard I completely agree with TOCC.
On the other hand, he's transitioning to being a more traditional lock with focus on his set piece skills. That should hopefully improve with more game time.
I tend to think 2017 is going to be a work in progress year for Skelton but hopefully he beds down those core skills and finds the body shape that can work for him going forward.
On the other hand, he's transitioning to being a more traditional lock with focus on his set piece skills. That should hopefully improve with more game time.
I tend to think 2017 is going to be a work in progress year for Skelton but hopefully he beds down those core skills and finds the body shape that can work for him going forward.
Pfitzy
Nathan Sharpe (72)
I think its a great idea for a guy who needs a bit more education in working hard, and a new outlook on professional rugby. If he makes a bit of coin doing it, then good for him.
Let's face it guys: we can't compete with overseas money, and we've seen what that has done to South Africa.
Let's face it guys: we can't compete with overseas money, and we've seen what that has done to South Africa.
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David Codey (61)
If he needs a lesson in working hard,put him on a building site as a brickies labourer.
He's been a pro footballer since he left School.
Time for him to deliver on his promise.
If he needs a season or two in NH to improve his game,fine.
But instead of,not in addition to playing in Oz.
He's been a pro footballer since he left School.
Time for him to deliver on his promise.
If he needs a season or two in NH to improve his game,fine.
But instead of,not in addition to playing in Oz.
Hawko
Tony Shaw (54)
You Reds guys will get a close look at it this year as those red shoulders drive into the rucks the only time we play. Red was chosen so that the blood is not so visible on TV for the squeamish.
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The new home jersey:
The new away jersey:
Looks like a game of Tetris
Micheal
Alan Cameron (40)
I really like these more candid interviews with the squad members.
Ta'avao seems like a good egg. My mate who played with him at Norths said he was a legend of a bloke and made an effort to know everyone and tried to really get around the culture (turned up to mad monday despite not knowing everyone there etc).
Anyway, good interview.
Ta'avao seems like a good egg. My mate who played with him at Norths said he was a legend of a bloke and made an effort to know everyone and tried to really get around the culture (turned up to mad monday despite not knowing everyone there etc).
Anyway, good interview.
Forcefield
Ken Catchpole (46)
You Reds guys will get a close look at it this year as those red shoulders drive into the rucks the only time we play. Red was chosen so that the blood is not so visible on TV for the squeamish.
Agreed. I don't think anyone wants to see the Tahs menstruating.
Eyes and Ears
Bob Davidson (42)
Is there any truth to the stories that Drew Mitchell is returning to the Tahs in 2017?
I hope so.
Hugh Jarse
Rocky Elsom (76)
^^^I'll bite. You would. Reds Troll alert.
Any truth to the rumour that Brand Bieber Boy O'Connor will be back in Redland in 2017?
If we have to have Drew, then your mob deserves him.
I'd like to see that.
Any truth to the rumour that Brand Bieber Boy O'Connor will be back in Redland in 2017?
If we have to have Drew, then your mob deserves him.
I'd like to see that.
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