Re: Transfer Talk / Rumour Thread V2 : Wed Jun 26, 2019 9:46 am  

KaeruJim wrote:

I would think he will get the captaincy, but there are some caveats: his conditioning could be better (although he produces the goods on the field), he’s not on for 80 mins, he goes off at referees too much, he might be a bit too much of a joker and I still think there’s a chance he’ll head back to Aus before his contract with us is done.
On the other hand he is an ex Aus international, he wears his heart on his sleeve and is extremely team-focused. He is also consistent.
End of the day it will depend on the dynamics behind the scenes.

I always thought he should be captain but having seen some things first hand isn’t the ideal role model away from the pitch, not a lot of other options Ward would be ideal if he could stay fit

Re: Transfer Talk / Rumour Thread V2 : Wed Jun 26, 2019 9:47 am  

KaeruJim wrote:

As Tui shows though, we really need to see the lowlights reel before getting excited!
Agree though with Sezer, on paper could be ideal for us while we’re developing some more half backs in-house.
Interestingly he looks to be left handed too - could be nice to work the right hand side with a more natural flow.

He is a good player who can kick goals too. Been the canberra starting half for a few seasons now including when they made the top 4 play offs so he has the pedigree.

Looking on the canberra fans forum in the past for reactions to the UK lads over there i know he is seen as a scapegoat at times for them and it looks like George Williams will replace him there but like i say by SL standards and fitting the bill for what we need it would be a good move.

Re: Transfer Talk / Rumour Thread V2 : Wed Jun 26, 2019 9:52 am  

KaeruJim wrote:

In truth we haven’t had a half with a real field kicking game since Tony Kemp IMO. The ability to apply consistent pressure at the end of sets is so important.
From what a read, Sezer seems decent in D as well which is also critical for us (from the Canberra fans forum).

You remember Sinfield played in the halves right?

Re: Transfer Talk / Rumour Thread V2 : Wed Jun 26, 2019 10:02 am  

Big Jim Slade wrote:

You remember Sinfield played in the halves right?

Of course but I'm going to be controversial and say I never saw him as a natural stand off.
He played there because he wasn't physical enough for loose forward, and he was a bloody good captain and goal kicker.
Place kicking, few better in the world. Field kicking I was less impressed with - although better than Myler, Lolohea or Sutcliffe.
In terms of natural talent I never thought Sinfield was real international quality as a player: as Barrie Mac said, Sinfield manufactured himself through discipline and mental toughness.
He wasn't quick enough for a half back either by the way

[Frosties.]

Re: Transfer Talk / Rumour Thread V2 : Wed Jun 26, 2019 10:08 am  

Can see something in Sezer to be honest, Raiders have signed George Williams from Wigan.

Re: Transfer Talk / Rumour Thread V2 : Wed Jun 26, 2019 10:57 am  

Lui now announced...Again.

Re: Transfer Talk / Rumour Thread V2 : Wed Jun 26, 2019 11:01 am  

And Lolohea the other way,good deal!

Re: Transfer Talk / Rumour Thread V2 : Wed Jun 26, 2019 11:05 am  

malcadele wrote:

And Lolohea the other way,good deal!

Again, good luck to Tui but this is the right thing.

Re: Transfer Talk / Rumour Thread V2 : Wed Jun 26, 2019 11:08 am  

KaeruJim wrote:

Again, good luck to Tui but this is the right thing.

Agreed I hope he goes well for them actually except when playing against us

Re: Transfer Talk / Rumour Thread V2 : Wed Jun 26, 2019 11:09 am  

If they keep hastings Tui could go very well. If asked to be the main man though....