Sir Gregory ParsloeP wrote:
Just watched the state final and Agree with AC’s comments about Jenkins, he did well although it’s hard to judge the level as second tier.
Blease had hinted we were after a serious 8 but it appears we have not got that player.
Given the pack needed attention I have a few concerns about Jenkins and Palasia.
Jenkins is 23, has never played in NRL, has had a fractured sternum, 2 serious ankle injuries and a knee reconstruction.
Palasia has had a scarcely believable 3 ACL’s , an MCL , a PCL, a broken ankle , broken hand and a fractured shoulder.
Next season could be determined by how often these 2 , Holroyd and Gannon can get on the pitch.
Against a backdrop of consecutive 8th place finishes and seeing Hull KR sign JWH and Hudds sign Tom Burgess, and Catalan sign a host of proven players I would have expected a board with genuine ambition to sign a marquee diesel forward.
I shall keep my fingers crossed and manage my expectations that we can sneak past Salford and Leigh into 6th.
Valid concerns, Sir G. I take comfort that for the first time in ages you don't need the Hubble telescope to spot strategy. The backs strengthened so we are not throwing kids in at the first injury. Credible options in the spine. Props (actual props) as opposed to masquerading middle forwards. A driven coach who knows what he wants and knows how to get it.. Might take another year of recruitment, but I feel like finally the ship is turning away from the icebergs.
