I’m obviously watching something different to some on here. We have made slow starts in 3 games but not down to defensive structure or anything like it.
Saints game - An unforced knock on by Navarette in our first set followed by a missed one on one tackle by Sarginson that gave them their first try. 6-0 down after 2 minutes.
Leeds game - Simple dropped high kick by Davies at the end of their 1st set which bounced straight into their arms for a try. 6-0 down after 2 minutes.
Sydney game - Missed one on one tackle on Morris by Gildart and then again by Tommy before Gildart fell off him again! 6-0 down after 2 minutes.
That’s nothing to do with structure. That’s simple basic, largely uncharacteristic errors by individual players, after which the side as a whole performered as I’d expect at the start of a new season with a new coach. What’s clear is we’ve improved significantly week on week and that bodes well for the season. There are obvious differences in our attack with Williams playing left and right and with forwards looking for off loads.
I’m very optimistic after the 1st 3 games.