The results of recruitment have generally been poor, but at the time of many signings, I think we all we're probably excited about them:
- Galloway - state of origin front rower - turned out to be totally crocked when he arrived
- Falloon - had just won GCT player of the year - still rubbish
- Achurch - his highlight reel was pretty similar to Martins - never fulfilled early promise
- Cross - highly recommended by legend Buderus - also rubbish
It's always a risk signing overseas players, big Ali was a huge risk, but he settled and thrived. I remember Achurch being interview (think YEP) when he came over asking if he would commit to England or Australia for internationals!!!!
There's definitely been mistakes, but it's too easy to look back with hind sight. Same with academy players. On this board every crop of youngsters is the next golden generation (including this one). It's just not really how sport works unfortunately.