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by MrPosh
August 22, 2021, 7:38 pm
Forum: Canberra Raiders
Topic: 2022 New halfback?
Replies: 1282
Views: 90880

Re: 2022 New halfback?

There are a lot of average ones right now. Why is it? Are they overcoached from a young age and lose their creativity? Or do we just expect too much now (that they do all of running, short and long kicking, passing, tackling)? I noticed Penrith have a "Playmaker's Academy". With all of Cl...
by MrPosh
August 20, 2021, 6:05 am
Forum: Canberra Raiders
Topic: Raiders player signing speculation 2021
Replies: 3121
Views: 262762

Re: Raiders player signing speculation 2021

mongoose wrote: August 18, 2021, 3:53 pm
bonehead wrote: August 18, 2021, 9:31 am
chris83 wrote:So who is our future hooker if starling isn't?
Brandon Smith from that list or internally there's massive wraps on Trevilyan.

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Trevilyan lol makes me think of Goldeneye 64
Underated post.
by MrPosh
August 20, 2021, 6:02 am
Forum: Current Affairs
Topic: Coronavirus
Replies: 6055
Views: 367882

Re: Coronavirus

Australia now has over 10million first vaccine doses and 5.5million second vaccine doses given. More than 279,000 doses given yesterday. Still a long way to go but acceleration continuing. https://www.health.gov.au/initiatives-and-programs/covid-19-vaccines/australias-covid-19-vaccine-rollout And s...
by MrPosh
August 20, 2021, 12:20 am
Forum: Current Affairs
Topic: Coronavirus
Replies: 6055
Views: 367882

Re: Coronavirus

Australia now has over 10million first vaccine doses and 5.5million second vaccine doses given. More than 279,000 doses given yesterday. Still a long way to go but acceleration continuing. https://www.health.gov.au/initiatives-and-programs/covid-19-vaccines/australias-covid-19-vaccine-rollout And s...
by MrPosh
August 17, 2021, 4:55 pm
Forum: Canberra Raiders
Topic: 2021 Rd 23 V Sea Eagles: Game Day
Replies: 665
Views: 25482

Re: 2021 Rd 23 V Sea Eagles: Game Day

CNK and Frawley on the bench.

Unless the plan is to introduce CNK at centre and push Kris up front, the bench management is going to be disaster waiting to happen.
by MrPosh
August 13, 2021, 6:02 am
Forum: Canberra Raiders
Topic: Our recruitment and retention
Replies: 34
Views: 2212

Re: Our recruitment and retention

Some of the retention calls have not proved great, but you have to weigh that against the impact of instability, lack of leadership and players concerned about being moved on.

I'm not disagreeing with you, but you have to look at the bigger picture.
by MrPosh
August 12, 2021, 7:32 am
Forum: Canberra Raiders
Topic: Canberra Raiders linked to Ash Taylor on cut price deal
Replies: 166
Views: 12946

Re: Canberra Raiders linked to Ash Taylor on cut price deal

It's hard to get too excited about an 18 year old with less than 10 games but can you describe what he brings? Ball runner, passing game, defence, kicking game etc Sent from my Pixel 4a (5G) using Tapatalk Of course. I'm not realistically suggesting the Raiders should sign him for now. I've seen hi...
by MrPosh
August 12, 2021, 6:21 am
Forum: Canberra Raiders
Topic: Canberra Raiders linked to Ash Taylor on cut price deal
Replies: 166
Views: 12946

Re: Canberra Raiders linked to Ash Taylor on cut price deal

I thought we were looking in England for potential halves. Mr Posh - what is your view of Theo Fages the St Helens half back? Back on topic, Ash Taylor is being punted by his current club. His manager is looking at a deal worth 25-30% of his current contract due to his form over an extended period....
by MrPosh
August 11, 2021, 7:46 am
Forum: Canberra Raiders
Topic: Raiders one of three clubs looking at Steve Price for coaching staff
Replies: 19
Views: 2043

Re: Raiders one of three clubs looking at Steve Price for coaching staff

-PJ- wrote: August 11, 2021, 7:37 am It’s not a Steve Price/Brake Austin package deal is it ?
Austin's signed for Leeds for next year.
by MrPosh
August 11, 2021, 3:32 am
Forum: Canberra Raiders
Topic: Why the Canberra Raiders passed on hiring Craig Bellamy
Replies: 24
Views: 3115

Re: Why the Canberra Raiders passed on hiring Craig Bellamy

Well, I love Matthew Elliott.

Taking Bradford to the 1996 title was quite the achievement.
by MrPosh
August 10, 2021, 4:31 am
Forum: Canberra Raiders
Topic: Raiders one of three clubs looking at Steve Price for coaching staff
Replies: 19
Views: 2043

Re: Raiders one of three clubs looking at Steve Price for coaching staff

Massively under achieved at Warrington, but he's not the first to do that.

They can't wait to see the back of him.
by MrPosh
August 10, 2021, 3:07 am
Forum: Canberra Raiders
Topic: Canberra Raiders linked to Ash Taylor on cut price deal
Replies: 166
Views: 12946

Re: Canberra Raiders linked to Ash Taylor on cut price deal

I thought we were looking in England for potential halves. Mr Posh - what is your view of Theo Fages the St Helens half back? Back on topic, Ash Taylor is being punted by his current club. His manager is looking at a deal worth 25-30% of his current contract due to his form over an extended period....
by MrPosh
August 9, 2021, 8:14 am
Forum: Canberra Raiders
Topic: Raiders player signing speculation 2021
Replies: 3121
Views: 262762

Re: Raiders player signing speculation 2021

You only sign Benji if there's a young half a year away from being ready.

Fills a time gap and they get to learn from one of the greats. It's a win win.
by MrPosh
August 2, 2021, 6:24 am
Forum: Canberra Raiders
Topic: Ex Raiders... where are they now?
Replies: 4112
Views: 589508

Re: Ex Raiders... where are they now?

MrPosh wrote: August 2, 2021, 4:44 am George Williams making his Warrington debut right now - partnering Blake Austin in the halves.

Austin will be surplus to requirements at Wire and Leeds are reputedly looking to sign him. Where he would partner Aiden Sezer in 2022.
And he's just scored the winning drop goal in the 80th minute.
by MrPosh
August 2, 2021, 4:44 am
Forum: Canberra Raiders
Topic: Ex Raiders... where are they now?
Replies: 4112
Views: 589508

Re: Ex Raiders... where are they now?

George Williams making his Warrington debut right now - partnering Blake Austin in the halves.

Austin will be surplus to requirements at Wire and Leeds are reputedly looking to sign him. Where he would partner Aiden Sezer in 2022.
by MrPosh
July 29, 2021, 5:49 pm
Forum: Current Affairs
Topic: Coronavirus
Replies: 6055
Views: 367882

Re: Coronavirus

I haven't really followed this in Aus. How are you only at 12% vaccinated after eight months? We have done this tougher than most (in the developed world) and one thing is certain - the only thing that stops this is vaccination. Lock downs can slow it, so that healthcare resources can be managed, bu...
by MrPosh
July 24, 2021, 8:24 pm
Forum: Rugby League
Topic: 2021 World Cup
Replies: 169
Views: 30941

Re: 2021 World Cup

Feeling over here is that it will go ahead and that Australia and New Zealand will fall back in line. I hope so, because 2022 just won't work - unless it's in the middle summer and the NRL and SL seasons take a long break. The Covid numbers that have been cited in the withdrawal email are a bit of ...
by MrPosh
July 24, 2021, 7:46 pm
Forum: Rugby League
Topic: 2021 World Cup
Replies: 169
Views: 30941

Re: 2021 World Cup

Feeling over here is that it will go ahead and that Australia and New Zealand will fall back in line. I hope so, because 2022 just won't work - unless it's in the middle summer and the NRL and SL seasons take a long break. The Covid numbers that have been cited in the withdrawal email are a bit of a...
by MrPosh
July 23, 2021, 7:53 pm
Forum: Canberra Raiders
Topic: Raiders fan in America with questions
Replies: 24
Views: 1936

Re: Raiders fan in America with questions

Do you think it's right picking out the good stuff for a new fan.

All you're going to do is raise their expectations, which will make it he inevitable crushing disappointments worse.
by MrPosh
July 20, 2021, 4:14 pm
Forum: Canberra Raiders
Topic: Xavier Savage out for the season
Replies: 45
Views: 3726

Re: Xavier Savage out for the season

HSS straight in, hopefully.
by MrPosh
July 17, 2021, 6:40 pm
Forum: Canberra Raiders
Topic: Elliott Whitehead re-signed to end 2024
Replies: 120
Views: 13534

Re: Elliott Whitehead set to agree two year extension with Raiders

afgtnk wrote: July 17, 2021, 4:52 pm Croker tied up until 34. Papalii until 33. Whitehead now until 35. All on big money. Wouldn't surprise me if Hodgson is eventually extended too.

Really not sure about this strategy.
I wonder if the $$ is reduced because the term is longer.

Makes sense for both parties.
by MrPosh
July 14, 2021, 1:34 am
Forum: Canberra Raiders
Topic: The Greenhouse 2021 caption contest
Replies: 159
Views: 7609

Re: The Greenhouse 2021 caption contest

Hello police? I'd like to report a crime - I'm being attacked...

... ... ...

What do you mean you already know?
by MrPosh
July 12, 2021, 7:20 pm
Forum: Canberra Raiders
Topic: Raiders player signing speculation 2021
Replies: 3121
Views: 262762

Re: Raiders player signing speculation 2021

I have decided the answer to the half back problem is Arthur Mourgue at Catalans. Plays 1, 6 or 7 and has been learning all the tricks from Jimmy Maloney. Good runner, nice passing game, very stiff tackler and a deadly goal kicker. Only problem is, the South of France ain't no Wigan when it comes t...
by MrPosh
July 12, 2021, 8:28 am
Forum: Canberra Raiders
Topic: Raiders player signing speculation 2021
Replies: 3121
Views: 262762

Re: Raiders player signing speculation 2021

I have decided the answer to the half back problem is Arthur Mourgue at Catalans. Plays 1, 6 or 7 and has been learning all the tricks from Jimmy Maloney. Good runner, nice passing game, very stiff tackler and a deadly goal kicker. Only problem is, the South of France ain't no Wigan when it comes t...
by MrPosh
July 12, 2021, 4:43 am
Forum: Canberra Raiders
Topic: Raiders player signing speculation 2021
Replies: 3121
Views: 262762

Re: Raiders player signing speculation 2021

I have decided the answer to the half back problem is Arthur Mourgue at Catalans. Plays 1, 6 or 7 and has been learning all the tricks from Jimmy Maloney. Good runner, nice passing game, very stiff tackler and a deadly goal kicker. Only problem is, the South of France ain't no Wigan when it comes to...
by MrPosh
July 9, 2021, 5:37 pm
Forum: Canberra Raiders
Topic: 2022 New halfback?
Replies: 1282
Views: 90880

Re: 2022 New halfback?

Frawley wasn't good enough for Huddersfield - a mid to low ranking Super League side.

You might argue that's the level some Raiders performances have been this year, but I don't think we should aim for that.
by MrPosh
July 8, 2021, 8:09 pm
Forum: Canberra Raiders
Topic: 2021 Rd 17 V Sea Eagles: Game Day
Replies: 806
Views: 31354

Re: 2021 Rd 17 V Sea Eagles: Game Day

Lovely take and offload from Savage.
by MrPosh
July 7, 2021, 4:59 pm
Forum: Canberra Raiders
Topic: 2021 Rd 17 V Sea Eagles: Teams and Previews *Teams p1*
Replies: 215
Views: 15376

Re: 2021 Rd 17 V Sea Eagles: Teams and Previews *Teams p1*

Coastalraider wrote: July 6, 2021, 10:01 pm
Sid wrote: July 6, 2021, 6:13 pm I think X Savage will make a better winger than fullback, but keen to see him get a go. Hopefully he can run support on Starling up the middle

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Hope he’s able to play a role in the first 72 minutes of the match as well.
:roflmao
by MrPosh
July 3, 2021, 6:32 pm
Forum: Canberra Raiders
Topic: 2021 Rd 16 V Titans: Game Day
Replies: 716
Views: 30369

Re: 2021 Rd 16 V Titans: Game Day

Billy Walker wrote: July 3, 2021, 6:20 pm How is Timoko and Schneider feeling watching this
Relieved, probably.

A centre is one thing, but you can't throw a young half into this garbage. It would destroy him.
by MrPosh
June 24, 2021, 5:33 am
Forum: Canberra Raiders
Topic: Gareth Widdop attracts interest from Canberra Raiders
Replies: 194
Views: 18732

Re: Gareth Widdop attracts interest from Canberra Raiders

Interestingly I looked on the Wigan Warriors facebook after news broke that Georgey Boy wouldn't be going back there. They didn't seem to care that much, weren't all that fussed about him. "He did well at Canberra because he had good players around him" Yeah, that's mainly because they're...
by MrPosh
June 18, 2021, 7:33 am
Forum: Canberra Raiders
Topic: Raiders player signing speculation 2021
Replies: 3121
Views: 262762

Re: Raiders player signing speculation 2021

Seiffert82 wrote: June 17, 2021, 9:04 pm
TPJ is an absolute gun with nobody pointing him in the right direction.
What a turn of phrase. Love it.
by MrPosh
June 18, 2021, 12:02 am
Forum: Canberra Raiders
Topic: Gareth Widdop attracts interest from Canberra Raiders
Replies: 194
Views: 18732

Re: Gareth Widdop attracts interest from Canberra Raiders

Been having a look at Warrington forum. They’re saying Widdop has been playing well and they’d rather keep him than gain GW who they think has signed or about to. Give Widdop a year and it gives us breathing space… I'd take that with a pinch of salt. What works regularly in the ESL doesn't work her...
by MrPosh
June 17, 2021, 6:14 pm
Forum: Canberra Raiders
Topic: Gareth Widdop attracts interest from Canberra Raiders
Replies: 194
Views: 18732

Re: Gareth Widdop attracts interest from Canberra Raiders

Been having a look at Warrington forum. They’re saying Widdop has been playing well and they’d rather keep him than gain GW who they think has signed or about to. Give Widdop a year and it gives us breathing space… I'd take that with a pinch of salt. What works regularly in the ESL doesn't work her...
by MrPosh
June 14, 2021, 11:48 pm
Forum: Canberra Raiders
Topic: Gareth Widdop attracts interest from Canberra Raiders
Replies: 194
Views: 18732

Re: Gareth Widdop attracts interest from Canberra Raiders

If the youngsters are in the system, then the best teacher/role model is the one to go for - if you're going to have a short term 'bridge'. I speak with no knowledge here, but Widdop seems the best fit for that. Has more of a conventional game, too - I can't imagine it would be all that easy of Shau...
by MrPosh
June 14, 2021, 9:25 pm
Forum: Canberra Raiders
Topic: Gareth Widdop attracts interest from Canberra Raiders
Replies: 194
Views: 18732

Re: Gareth Widdop attracts interest from Canberra Raiders

Hmmm thats an interesting option. I wouldnt mind it at all. Not idea how he's travelled over in the ESL since leaving but always thought he was a pretty handy footballer when he was in the NRL Edit: he's 32 though, so that's not ideal. Maybe a bandaid solution to give us time to find a longer term ...