2019 Rd 14 V Sharks: Teams and Previews *Teams p1*

[Old School Green]

I think these type of games are great tests as to where we are at. Euphoric win away last week, lots of press etc, coming up against a clear bogey team for us at home over several years. Have we improved to handle newspaper talk/expectation etc or are we still developing?
Don’t undersestimate though Ennis’ value for us this week. If anyone knows the secrets to beating them consistently it’s him, and he will have a fair bit of input this week I’d suggest.
Also, the Flanagan factor. For whatever reason (personal etc) he loved beating Ricky and us and despite his putrid and unprofessional behaviour as their coach (hence his downfall) as a coach of men he got the grubby and tough best out of a lot of players who would be marginal first graders at other clubs.
So like I said, I think a good test for us as to where we are at and what we are building towards this year.

[Thomas Raider]

We've been pantsed by them repeatedly at home for about the last 5 years

We're better, but I'm still writing this one off tbh

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Pfffft, please. Right now you remind me of the Brews of the world who were hysterical before the Tigers game because of the “Benji and Robbie factor”

We’ve got this, bruh

Love it The Rickman Will be tough but have so much confidence in this team now,whoever is half back

[pickles]

It has been a very astute move from the club to being Ennis in to the coaching ranks. Due to his role with fox sports he is a strong advocate of the club and can provide more personal insights to the players that what the raiders have had in the media for a long time.

Whether or not his role is having a big impact on the players and for the record, I think it is, there is so much value in other areas it would be a win without it. Hopefully his input gets us across the line on Thursday.

[1992]

When the camera zoomed in on Bateman followed by Marshall, I knew we would win.

Gallen is a poor man's Bateman.

Come on down....sweet VIRGINIA!!!!

[greeneyed]

Canberra Raiders half Aidan Sezer puts toughest period behind him

It's been the toughest period of Aidan Sezer's career and he credits his wife Raziye for being the rock that's helped him get through it.

"It was good. It's been a really tough period in my life and career," Sezer said. "To ice the win like that with a bit of an intercept and to see the boys come over the top was one of my most satisfying moments of my career, and I don't say that lightly.

Read more: https://www.canberratimes.com.au/story/ ... /?cs=14239

[Hazza]

Drought breaking season this 1. We hadn't beaten the broncs at home in 6 years. We did that. The Benji/Farah curse over us, we broke that. Haven't beaten the sharks at home in a regular season game since 2011 so why not do that as well?

[Grün Maschine]

Drought breaking season this 1. We hadn't beaten the broncs at home in 6 years. We did that. The Benji/Farah curse over us, we broke that. Haven't beaten the sharks at home in a regular season game since 2011 so why not do that as well?

Haven't won the comp since.....
Hopefully we add that to your list

[magoo]

Drought breaking season this 1. We hadn't beaten the broncs at home in 6 years. We did that. The Benji/Farah curse over us, we broke that. Haven't beaten the sharks at home in a regular season game since 2011 so why not do that as well?

3 players in soo, next cronulla then the premiership

[Northern Raider]

I'd expect Paps to see limited game time this week. It will be his 3rd game in 8 days coming off a couple of massive efforts. We'll need a bit extra from Sia, Lui and Guler.

Beyond that its a very quiet period coming up for the Raiders. Only one game vs Eels over the following month. The guys should empty the tank in this game.

[The Nickman]

I'd expect Paps to see limited game time this week. It will be his 3rd game in 8 days coming off a couple of massive efforts. We'll need a bit extra from Sia, Lui and Guler.

Beyond that its a very quiet period coming up for the Raiders. Only one game vs Eels over the following month. The guys should empty the tank in this game.

They should make Canberra Stadium a fortress while they’re there!

[RedRaider]

I don't know that Papa will be able to contain himself NR. He will be facing Gallen and Fifita and I reckon the competitive alpha male within him will mean he wants to come out on top of them. I think he will certainly want to match Gallen given their history.

Fifita is a different matter though. The team has to be aware of his offload ability and have one player lock up the arm carrying the ball and another around the knees to stop his post contact momentum. This is where the loss of HorsPower and Young will hurt. Both are aggressive and competitive who would have revelled in this contest.

[-PJ-]

Papas schedule is pretty packed, even with our rnd16 bye he'll be in Origin camp.

R14. June 13...Raiders v Sharks in Canberra
June 23...Origin 2 in Perth
R15. June 29...Raiders v Eels in Darwin
R16. Bye
July 10...Origin 3 in Sydney
R17. July 14...Raiders v Dragons in Wollongong

Like I've already said, he'll want to play.

[reptar]

I'd expect Paps to see limited game time this week. It will be his 3rd game in 8 days coming off a couple of massive efforts. We'll need a bit extra from Sia, Lui and Guler.

Beyond that its a very quiet period coming up for the Raiders. Only one game vs Eels over the following month. The guys should empty the tank in this game.

They should make Canberra Stadium a fortress while they’re there!

Leave the tank completely empty in doing so.

[greeneyed]

Sticky situation: Recalled Canberra Raiders half Aidan Sezer keen to keep tight grip on jersey

For those wanting to know, things are just fine between Raiders halfback Aidan Sezer and coach Ricky Stuart.

"Me and Sticky are good mates. We talk a lot," Sezer said. "Look, Sammy has been playing good footy and that's all it was. He was playing so well that I just had to wait for my opportunity. I know how football works. It's a results-driven business, so when the boys were getting the results, the team stayed the same.

Read more: https://www.nrl.com/news/2019/06/10/sti ... on-jersey/

Video: John Bateman challenged the Wests Tigers ball boy to a goal kicking competition at the end of the game on Friday night. The England international gave the Tigers ball boy his playing boots after the pair both had a shot on goal: https://www.raiders.com.au/news/2019/06 ... -ball-boy/

By the numbers: Raiders v Tigers: https://www.raiders.com.au/news/2019/06 ... -v-tigers/

[LastRaider]

1. CNK
2. Simmo
3. Toots
4. Cotric
5. Raps
6. Jacki boo
7. Sezer
8. Papa
9. Liva
10. Sutton - was too good not to hold a starting spot IMO.
11. Bateo
12. Whitey
13. Tarps

14. Starling
15. Guler
16. Sia
17. Lui

Chalk me down for one of those too, Matty old son

Yep chalk me in for this too.


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[LP Raider]

So Dugan concentrating on the Raiders, who could have imagined that.

[Coastalraider]

So Dugan concentrating on the Raiders, who could have imagined that.

I hadn’t realised Dugan still played football.

I look forward to seeing another top class display of faking effort by wincing after every tackle.

[-PJ-]

Between now and kickoff he'll probably come down with mystery illness and miss the game...

[Kryptonite]

So Dugan concentrating on the Raiders, who could have imagined that.

I hadn’t realised Dugan still played football.

I look forward to seeing another top class display of faking effort by wincing after every tackle.

King of the Bogans Dugan had his best game this year against Parra this week, expecting him to try a little to hard against us and produce a few crucial errors that we all know he is good for

[Raiders_Pat]

1. CNK
2. Simmo
3. Toots
4. Cotric
5. Raps
6. Jacki boo
7. Sezer
8. Papa
9. Liva
10. Sutton - was too good not to hold a starting spot IMO.
11. Bateo
12. Whitey
13. Tarps

14. Starling
15. Guler
16. Sia
17. Lui

Chalk me down for one of those too, Matty old son

Yep chalk me in for this too.


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+3

[Northern Raider]

I'd expect Paps to see limited game time this week. It will be his 3rd game in 8 days coming off a couple of massive efforts. We'll need a bit extra from Sia, Lui and Guler.

Beyond that its a very quiet period coming up for the Raiders. Only one game vs Eels over the following month. The guys should empty the tank in this game.

They should make Canberra Stadium a fortress while they’re there!

Leave the tank completely empty in doing so.

How about we empty the fortress and make Canberra Stadium a tank?

[reptar]

I'd expect Paps to see limited game time this week. It will be his 3rd game in 8 days coming off a couple of massive efforts. We'll need a bit extra from Sia, Lui and Guler.

Beyond that its a very quiet period coming up for the Raiders. Only one game vs Eels over the following month. The guys should empty the tank in this game.

They should make Canberra Stadium a fortress while they’re there!

Leave the tank completely empty in doing so.

How about we empty the fortress and make Canberra Stadium a tank?

I'm not sure that's been tried, but it could just work.

[greeneyed]

I'd expect Paps to see limited game time this week. It will be his 3rd game in 8 days coming off a couple of massive efforts. We'll need a bit extra from Sia, Lui and Guler.

Beyond that its a very quiet period coming up for the Raiders. Only one game vs Eels over the following month. The guys should empty the tank in this game.

They should make Canberra Stadium a fortress while they’re there!

Leave the tank completely empty in doing so.

How about we empty the fortress and make Canberra Stadium a tank?

I can't see how that would be a good idea.

[Northern Raider]

I'd expect Paps to see limited game time this week. It will be his 3rd game in 8 days coming off a couple of massive efforts. We'll need a bit extra from Sia, Lui and Guler.

Beyond that its a very quiet period coming up for the Raiders. Only one game vs Eels over the following month. The guys should empty the tank in this game.

They should make Canberra Stadium a fortress while they’re there!

Leave the tank completely empty in doing so.

How about we empty the fortress and make Canberra Stadium a tank?

I can't see how that would be a good idea.

That's enough of your negativity

[gerg]

Thursday 13th June. 10 year wedding anniversary. Surely she won't mind if I head out to the footy?

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[greeneyed]

Thursday 13th June. 10 year wedding anniversary. Surely she won't mind if I head out to the footy?

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Make it the anniversary gift! A night at the football!

[gerg]

Thursday 13th June. 10 year wedding anniversary. Surely she won't mind if I head out to the footy?

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Make it the anniversary gift! A night at the football!

Normally would but two kids under 6, unless Uncle GE is offering to babysit? He could put the kids to sleep with an 'unconscious bias' story?



Sorry, just kidding.

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[greeneyed]

No thanks... you can't afford a baby sitter for a few hours?!

[gerg]

No thanks... you can't afford a baby sitter for a few hours?!

Yeah we don't really have a regular one as we've always done everything as a family. My wife and I went to a party back in January and that was the first time we've had a babysitter. My wife is okay for a family lunch on Saturday to celebrate though.

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[greeneyed]

Phil Gould tipping Sharks to win on 100% Footy.

[InFernos_Raiders]

I think these type of games are great tests as to where we are at. Euphoric win away last week, lots of press etc, coming up against a clear bogey team for us at home over several years. Have we improved to handle newspaper talk/expectation etc or are we still developing?
Don’t undersestimate though Ennis’ value for us this week. If anyone knows the secrets to beating them consistently it’s him, and he will have a fair bit of input this week I’d suggest.
Also, the Flanagan factor. For whatever reason (personal etc) he loved beating Ricky and us and despite his putrid and unprofessional behaviour as their coach (hence his downfall) as a coach of men he got the grubby and tough best out of a lot of players who would be marginal first graders at other clubs.
So like I said, I think a good test for us as to where we are at and what we are building towards this year.

Let’s hope the team is fired up for this one they get a Thursday night free to air showing.
It’s going to be a tough game indeed. It will be won up front. Wish we had Horns for this game.

[The Nickman]

Thursday 13th June. 10 year wedding anniversary. Surely she won't mind if I head out to the footy?

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Make it the anniversary gift! A night at the football!

Normally would but two kids under 6, unless Uncle GE is offering to babysit? He could put the kids to sleep with an 'unconscious bias' story?



Sorry, just kidding.

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“And you see kids, the evil Count Greenburg from NRL Castle had stolen the Raiders’ home semi final in an attempt to prevent the good Prince Croker from ever coming in contact with his Princess Telstra Premiership...

But Lo! With the help of the mighty Queenslander Josh Papalii, they fought against the evil referees whose only purpose in life was to screw the raiders out of legitimate wins, and they battled bravely through the NRL judiciary until they came upon a great touch line... one where many a broncos foot had touched...”

[Northern Raider]

Thursday 13th June. 10 year wedding anniversary. Surely she won't mind if I head out to the footy?

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Make it the anniversary gift! A night at the football!

Normally would but two kids under 6, unless Uncle GE is offering to babysit? He could put the kids to sleep with an 'unconscious bias' story?



Sorry, just kidding.

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“And you see kids, the evil Count Greenburg from NRL Castle had stolen the Raiders’ home semi final in an attempt to prevent the good Prince Croker from ever coming in contact with his Princess Telstra Premiership...

But Lo! With the help of the mighty Queenslander Josh Papalii, they fought against the evil referees whose only purpose in life was to screw the raiders out of legitimate wins, and they battled bravely through the NRL judiciary until they came upon a great touch line... one where many a broncos foot had touched...”

Don't stop. Please tell us more, uncle The Rickman.

[Sid]

Thursday 13th June. 10 year wedding anniversary. Surely she won't mind if I head out to the footy?

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Make it the anniversary gift! A night at the football!

Normally would but two kids under 6, unless Uncle GE is offering to babysit? He could put the kids to sleep with an 'unconscious bias' story?



Sorry, just kidding.

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“And you see kids, the evil Count Greenburg from NRL Castle had stolen the Raiders’ home semi final in an attempt to prevent the good Prince Croker from ever coming in contact with his Princess Telstra Premiership...

But Lo! With the help of the mighty Queenslander Josh Papalii, they fought against the evil referees whose only purpose in life was to screw the raiders out of legitimate wins, and they battled bravely through the NRL judiciary until they came upon a great touch line... one where many a broncos foot had touched...”

Don't stop. Please tell us more, uncle The Rickman.

I'm hooked

[greeneyed]

Canberra Raiders prop Ryan Sutton plays follow the leader with idol Josh Papalii

He's already made a big impression in his first 13 weeks in the NRL but Canberra forward Ryan Sutton knows the standards expected of a world-class middle just by observing one of his team-mates.

"That's the standard I want to get to, he's a real idol of mine at the moment because he does the little things you don't really see," Sutton said.

Read more: https://www.nrl.com/news/2019/06/11/sut ... l-papalii/