French rugby union are a disgrace, it’s not like it’s a massive threat.
The mutual distrust goes back to WW2 when RL was banned and accused of Nazi appeasement as the game was played in the area of France which was controlled by the Vichy government which obeyed German occupancy. Resentment lives long across the channel but I didn't realise how much until I read Mike Rylance's book. Maybe the cancellation of RLWC 2025 in France is nothing to do with... Читать дальше...
a) Score and Winning team: Catalans 20 v 16 Warrington b) First try (Wire player): Ashton c) Time of first try: 13 mins d) Last try (any team, player not time): ashton e) Kicks over the sticks (combined): 7 f) Attendance (500 margin) 9,580
g) Halifax v St Helens Saints by 46 Wakefield v Leigh Leigh by 8 Hull KR v Batley Hull KR by 44 Leeds v Wigan Wigan by 2 Salford v Huddersfield Salford by 8 Castleford v Hull FC Hull by 8 York v London london by 4
I've no idea but on a personal level it's a bit played out particularly in Newcastle.as we've been there and done that and think that the toon hotel deals aren't there. Yes I know there are early bird opportunities and it's all about supply and demand, but thought it was difficult this year getting a one night deal, so much so that our mixed party of Wire, Salford and a Hudd's fan will be heading to York to 'watch' the Magic unfold.
The problem with our history is that there is little room for optimism. We have not run up points against the lower sides to the extent that our rivals have so I personally have no faith that we can close on Dewsbury's for and against column. The match at Oldham this Sunday is a huge indicator as to Oldhams intentions and they are saying its a sell out crowd. The problem with that is the limited capacity to the venue and the fact that the admission is free for all, so in essence its an headline grab and nothing more. Читать дальше...
Always a bit nervous when players move to Saints or Wigan. Clark is still a fantastic player.
I am sure everybody would love for Clark to stay but this is what happens in a salary capped sport.
From what I heard when Dwyer left it is almost the same situation. Player wants X. Club offer Y and if the player can get X at another club they move on.
Even though I think Powell would love for Clark to stay I do think powell wants a bit more out of his hookers. Walker and Dwyer both have a kicking game. Читать дальше...
The Dons take on the bottom side in a game that must provide a good opportunity to boost our points difference.
After last weekend's defeat, where do we stand? Do we think Dewsbury are going to win the league and we're in a race for second or can we realistically catch them?
If you believe all of the above then you are very naïve. Clubs may not be allowed to speak to a player directly but talking to their agent is not an issue especially as most agents handle multiple players. All clubs do it and I am sure we have in the past so no point playing the "Holier that thou" card.
You may be right about agents but if a club openly approached a player under contract they would be fined or worse.
I was quite excited when signed Dywer, I know he has his faults, but was really looking forward to him injecting some pace off the bench, but for every good run (every other game) he gives out a few poor passes and makes the wrong choices. Targeting I defence too. He will be behind a much better pack, but even when we our forwards have dominated he still have done enough to justify his faults. Not sure he will be cheap either. Can't fault his effort though.
Yes I remember when Steve Parkin pulled out at the 11th hour ,it would have been a different story if he'd have taken over.
Yep that deal was so close to happening, who knows how it would have ended up. It was pretty much signed sealed and delivered, he just wanted a guarantee from the RFL that we would receive a franchise and TBH the rightly at the time would not do that.
Statistics: Posted by altofts wildcat — Tue May 16, 2023 1:29 pm — Replies 68 — Views... Читать дальше...
no aggression, no go forward. frankly if there is an improvement its very little
It just isn't true though, is it? It's like we didn't just post 40 points at Wigan. You've said that you don't like the coaches personality - fair enough - but that does seem to colour the majority of your posts.
Statistics: Posted by ArthurClues — Tue May 16, 2023 1:24 pm — Replies 251 — Views 15177
Looks like GB will have to host it. Aussies won’t do it, New Zealand can’t afford it. Either us or nothing. Rugby Union will be p*sing their pants laughing.
Doubt they even know there's a RL world cup doesn't really register a their radar unless looking for coaching strategy or innovation.
Statistics: Posted by Kenty — Tue May 16, 2023 12:02 pm — Replies 4 — Views 435
Just heard he has signed for Cas too. OK the lad is a fringe player but I would sooner have him than the likes of Lineham who we are paying a big wage. Kershaw may not be the best, but at least you know he will give it his all when he pulls on the shirt.
Statistics: Posted by Prince Buster — Tue May 16, 2023 11:49 am — Replies 12 — Views 698
I'm not sure everyone is condoning such behaviour. I talk to a lot of Saints fans who are frustrated at Matautia, Knowles and Sironen constantly being banned. They do need to learn and adapt and I would say 90% of the bans I have agreed with.
I just honestly feel that the one on Saturday was a joke. I also genuinely feel that other similar types of hits are happening all across SL but not being cited.
Do I think that we are being targeted on purpose to stop 5 in a row? Читать дальше...
Saw the Tetavano one last night,it's bloody ridiculous. He's set to make the tackle when the ball runner still has the ball,less than 1m from the ball carrier ( who is still running ) like you say there is no way that can change,there simply isn't the time or the space to change it. They need to realize that when a smaller player runs into a bigger one then the smaller player is going to get put on his booty.
Tetavano was charged for a high tackle, Sironen for late contact on the passer. Читать дальше...