Waratahs 2019

[RugbyReg]

It's all about keeping one of their key players happy at a cost far less than would be achieved by paying Israel Folau more directly.

They gave another brother, Eni Folau a trial a few years ago.

Both David Pocock and James O'Connor's brothers got gigs at the Force as well.

 

[barbarian]

On that note, I've heard the Tahs have a few new signings in the works - Ted Hanigan, Jed Hanigan and Chad Hanigan.

All lightweight but mobile backrowers - just what we need!
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[southsider]

It's all about keeping one of their key players happy at a cost far less than would be achieved by paying Israel Folau more directly.

They gave another brother, Eni Folau a trial a few years ago.

Going to sound super harsh but if I were John Folau I’d be extremely embarrassed that the only reason I got a contract was because of my brother. I don’t think anyone here can say he has deserved his place or is any better of a prospect than a handful of other ametuer union players or fringe NRL players

 

[Tomikin]

Going to sound super harsh but if I were John Folau I’d be extremely embarrassed that the only reason I got a contract was because of my brother. I don’t think anyone here can say he has deserved his place or is any better of a prospect than a handful of other ametuer union players or fringe NRL players

How many of them are 6'4 110 Kg's and a Tongan League International ? His raw, and maybe got his chance because of his brother but maybe they see something in him

 

[Braveheart81]

Going to sound super harsh but if I were John Folau I’d be extremely embarrassed that the only reason I got a contract was because of my brother. I don’t think anyone here can say he has deserved his place or is any better of a prospect than a handful of other ametuer union players or fringe NRL players

Sure, but he also probably believes that he can make it with the right opportunity.

Everybody uses their connections to their advantage. It's how the world works.

 

[southsider]

How many of them are 6'4 110 Kg's and a Tongan League International ? His raw, and maybe got his chance because of his brother but maybe they see something in him

Get rid of the Tongan international bit, he played 1 test for a second string Tongan team where the whole squad would have had a handful of NRL caps between them, and they lost to PNG. He couldn’t even hold down a squad position in a NRL team

6”4 110kg’s....good physical stats but hardly uncommon

 

[Sully]

If I was only 3 inches taller. I'd have it nailed!

 

[Derpus]

Sure, but he also probably believes that he can make it with the right opportunity.

Everybody uses their connections to their advantage. It's how the world works.

Last time i checked we live in a perfect meritocracy.

oh wait.....

 

[formerflanker]

How many of them are 6'4 110 Kg's and a Tongan League International ? His raw, and maybe got his chance because of his brother but maybe they see something in him

I fit one of those 3 criteria.
Well, fit may not be an appropriate description.

 

[WorkingClassRugger]

Paddy Ryan will continue his career in the US next year. It's just been announced that he will be joining the San Diego Legion for their 2019 campaign.

Has been joined by Matt Sandell.

 

[Blackadder]

I wonder if rumors of Bryce Hegarty going North are true?



I don't want Hunt anywhere near the Tahs. Too many issues and we already tried that with Guilford.



Hopefully that South African lock turns out ok as we need size and go forward but seem to want to spend the money on old backs and not props and go forward locks.

Swap Hegarty and Hunt done

http://www.rugby.com.au/news/2018/12/21/hunt-waratahs-hegarty

 

[WorkingClassRugger]

Swap Hegarty and Hunt done

http://www.rugby.com.au/news/2018/12/21/hunt-waratahs-hegarty

Why did we have to send Hegarty up north? Would have preferred he stay than signing Hunt.

 

[Blackadder]

Why did we have to send Hegarty up north? Would have preferred he stay than signing Hunt.

I agree.

Maybe Hegarty wanted a run on spot

 

[Rugbynutter39]

I agree.

Maybe Hegarty wanted a run on spot

Yep happy to have hunt but definitely wanted to keep Hegarty but can see better for Hegarty with him being in pole position for starting 15 jersey with the reds.

 

[Blackadder]

If Hegarty and Hunt have swapped that means that it doesn't count as an extra spot in the side so according to Gibson there are still a few more spots to fill. I am curious who will fill them.

 

[Blackadder]

Has been joined by Matt Sandell.

Well that means another prop is needed. Good luck to Matt

 

[The Honey Badger]

Someone care to list them all by position.

 

[Blackadder]

Someone care to list them all by position.

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[The Honey Badger]

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Fascinating. Never knew up to date current information could be found on page 1 of any thread.

 

[Rebels3]

Both David Pocock and James O'Connor's brothers got gigs at the Force as well.

Quiet you. Crucifying players doesn’t work when you stick to the facts.