Western Force 2012
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John Eales (66)
No disgrace to be behind those two, but he can play LHP too and even if Barcella is fully fit next season and Coetzee will still be there as far as I know, he will still get some games during the RWC, and before that when the squads are in training. Then the Top14 always has 2 props in the reserves in a matchday 23, unlike here.
If he stays healthy he will be of value.
Dion Berryman who used to be in the Force stable is killing them in the Shute Shield this season at fullback for Gordon, and last weekend at 13. He's a different player now from what he was a couple of years ago and he's a mature player at 25, not a kid. He could go at a bargain price.
The_Brown_Hornet
John Eales (66)
I was bigging up Berryman a couple of weeks ago in that discussion Lee. I'd like to see them take him on (I was unaware that he'd been in the squad before).
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I just looked up who he is. I have never heard of him, but it looks like a good signing. He is experienced but still old enough to develop and better yet he qualifies to be an Australian player. Win - win.
tigerland12
John Thornett (49)
With Ripia and O'Connor leaving, would Matt Brandon get a contract?
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Peter Fenwicke (45)
I think him and Dominic Fuller (?) go hand in hand. Take one, you get both. The two have been playing together for a very long time, made Australian schoolboys combination in '03
tigerland12
John Thornett (49)
As an Easts supporter I would be very happy to see them for the Force. Both have been tearing up in the Queensland Premier comp.
Pretty sure one of the coaching staff is a former Easts man, hence Brandons call up this year.
The_Brown_Hornet
John Eales (66)
Maybe Tim Bennetts at Eastwood might be worth a look too.
tigerland12
John Thornett (49)
Also Aiden Toua seems to be in a bit of a situation with injury. But generally regarded in QLD club rugby as a freakish talent and worthy of a super rugby contract ( only on an academy for the reds). He played first two games before the emergence of Morahan.
So if the force are looking for outside backs he'd definatly be a good option.
Note: trying not to let me Easts bias effect my post haha
So if the force are looking for outside backs he'd definatly be a good option.
Note: trying not to let me Easts bias effect my post haha
tigerland12
John Thornett (49)
That's good news, I wasn't sure if they'd upgrade his contractdue to his latest injury problems. The kid is too good to not be playing super rugby.
The_Brown_Hornet
John Eales (66)
Is Toua signed by anyone? If it's the Reds is there any reason why he wouldn't have played this year with their injury problems?
Nusadan
Chilla Wilson (44)
The Tahs have him in their squad for this season according to their website, unsure if he's tied up for next season.
Lee Grant
John Eales (66)
13. Bennetts has been with the Tahs Academy, amateur or pro, since he left school but Kingston was promoted above him this year and Horne, if healthy, will be around; so Bennetts may be looking elsewhere.
He had his right knee reconstructed 2 years ago and it came back stronger than before. This time it's his left knee; so fingers crossed that it turns out the same. "Should be back" doesn't quite do it. The question to be answered is: whose contract will not be renewed to make way for Aidan? He is in the academy presently and good young back 3 players like him will not be hanging around too long, especially has they are in high demand by all four of the other Oz Super outfits.
tigerland12
John Thornett (49)
Isn't there rumors Kimami Sitauti is heading to the ACT. And god knows what Peter Hynes' situation is. I have a feeling Hynes might head overseas soon, that would open the door for Toua. But i suppose this is the wrong thread to discuss this haha.
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