Maybe our dual reg partners could help us out with our front row predicament.

Yes it was, and it was a stupid question from Martyn Sandler looking for a rise from him, glad he gave him short shrift.

Another point on these press conferences, why can't the journalists present themselves a bit better, there's only James Deighton that gives any impression of professionalism.

If that was the case id rather see Oconnor at 13 as he adds some real energy defensively. If Mcdonnell plays i think he starts.

Yes that would work better.

It could be worse, we could have blown loads of salary cap on plodders like Pele, Ese'ese and Knockonball.

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Wow, 60 I reckon. Feel for TS I really like him, though maybe time has caught up with him.

Doesn't help that FC are a bit skint so are cutting costs.

Tony Smith seems to come across like he's enjoying coaching and everything it involves but isn't really bothered about winning stuff, a bit like it's a hobby. Maybe he hasn't got the drive anymore but just enjoys the job.

As you say he's a really nice guy.

I attended a week long coaching camp that he lead some of the content on nearly 20 years ago now, he was by far the most fascinating and genuine coach I'd ever had the opportunity to talk with and listen to his philosophies. Great guy and as you say always seems to enjoy what he does regardless of the outcome.

On a soft pitch we are just going to have to make yardage. TNW and Ruan both in for me, and only one of McDonnell, Bentley or Donaldson.

If we try to defend our way out of this game we will lose.

Agree with that though i think all 3 of the above will find their way in to RS 17.

Bit disappointing that Rohan initially suggested that Gannon did not suffer a HIA, then mentioned that he would be fine and short term and it is now three months. He should have just kept quiet until Gannon had seen the consultant. Managing expectations etc.

Going to be tough without Oledzki and Holroyd and we never seem to do well at KR. It will be a good opportunity to see if the team has improved or remains similar to previous seasons.

We seem to have the same concerns each year. Struggles in the front row and then Newman / Fussy having long term injuries.