Waratahs 2022
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Peter Johnson (47)
Yep. It was a bloke in a Tahs jersey. He explained how superior the SS was, went back to looking for players and then floated one in the lake and then left!
He even parked on BR's new lawn and tore it up!
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Peter Johnson (47)
Roberts to 12, Foketi to 13 and Perese to wing. Suddenly a lot better IMO.
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Michael Lynagh (62)
The force has proved the value of bringing in experienced ex internationals. So I think it is an excellent signing. Pity about Joey Walton though as poor guy had a wretched time with injuries.
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Michael Lynagh (62)
They needed extra players so no complaints
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Michael Lynagh (62)
Hansen had dual citizenship and I don’t know if would have been in line for the wallabies so good on him taking his opportunities elsewhere.
2009 Roberts maybe.
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Phil Kearns (64)
Hope springs eternal for Tahs supporters, Reg. We never give up hope. Even we move up north and start supporting the Reds, a little bit of our heart is still blue.
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Peter Johnson (47)
We shall see -
I would submit that in 2021, the elder statesmen --Thrush, Holmes and Kearney, performed exceptionally well compared to their counterparts amongst Australian Super Rugby teams. Kearney in particular was IMO, the form Fullback and the Force backline was, as a unit, stronger with his involvement.
I believe that even the 2022 vintage of Jamie Roberts will ADD value to the starting lineup at the Tahs through much needed mass and leadership in a below standard backline.
What? That’s a memory of convenience I reckon.
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John Eales (66)
That’s gold. So now its lack of foresight from the Waratahs that Hansen left the Brumbies to go to Ireland
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Steve Williams (59)
Good for the Tahs to have someone outside Hooper with significant international experience in the squad even if Roberts is past his prime. Especially in the backs where the playmakers, Harrison, Donaldson, and Edmend, are all still green. Seems like there is quite a positive air amongst the squad, at least as far as you can tell from preseason social media clips put out by the club, but it’s striking how young they all are.
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Michael Lynagh (62)
Fullback options in super rugby sides lite on…Kearney was pretty solid.
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Dick Tooth (41)
Mediocre at best. He was in the top 5
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Steve Williams (59)
Well, he’s replacing Walton who would likely be at best on the bench behind Foketi and Perese. Given they’re trying to replace someone who is not even a starter, then I think Roberts adds more value than a provincial player from Australia or NZ. Yes, the coaching squad are primarily in charge of leadership but it’s not unusual for any sporting team to sign a veteran to help with mentoring the young guys. In many respects, signing someone as bench/squad cover who has a swathe of international experience is good coaching.
That said, I do agree Roberts is not a signing that alone will turn around the Tahs’ fortunes. Still, recent recruitment highlights include the likes of Le Roux Roots so let us Tahs supporters have some joy.
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Michael Lynagh (62)
I thought he was ok…but then again The bar not so high and hence the constant debate of wallaby fullback options.
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Rod McCall (65)
How is it a failing of the coaches?
It was obvious to everyone last year that they were a young squad who lost their heads and composure at times, a senior player like this could add value to the team in that regard.
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Rod McCall (65)
I thought he was quite good, did the basics right and kept the Force in the game at times with his work at the back.