Re: batley : Sun Jul 17, 2016 8:43 pm  

Take the point pride is one thing, but who us to say that we didn't go into that game half hearted from the top down. It's easy to say they should play for pride and for the shirt and as a supporter I agree.
However if we did rest a couple, maybe Hendo looked at it and possibly saw it as a game to lose, said it before, it's z dangerous game to play trying to influence who else will be in the top 4. But I am pleased for batley and would prefer them to Bradford, same with fev, I hope they turn over the bulls and get the last slot. Why? I think Bradford are starting to show some form and look dangerous.
Next week I hope we don't hold back and get a decent win to get us vack in the habit of winning. I suspect Hendo might again rest anyone still carrying any knocks ready for who ever we face in the 8s.

Re: batley : Mon Jul 18, 2016 7:44 am  

Heard a few of the players have been told there future lies elsewhere so maybe todays show was a partially down to this.

Thats worrying with 4 SL teams waiting for us

Re: batley : Mon Jul 18, 2016 7:53 am  

wire-quin wrote:

Heard a few of the players have been told there future lies elsewhere so maybe todays show was a partially down to this.

Thats worrying with 4 SL teams waiting for us

Yes, but surely, realistically, our aim is 5th, MPG, and more than likely a stronger Championship campaign next year ?

I have faith that Hendo knows where we need to strengthen, has more than likely lined players up, has realised who wont cut it - its all about planning, unusual in Bronco world.

Re: batley : Mon Jul 18, 2016 8:10 am  

PC agreed, I think you're right that this year we just aren't strong enough to realistically compete in the middle 8's- Leigh you would think are the team in the championship who may give it a go.

Am I hearing correctly they've lined up Jerrod Hayne- NO I've not been drinking just something someone text me yesterday!!

Re: batley : Mon Jul 18, 2016 10:05 am  

Hitting 5th spot is not that straight foreward if we are so convinced that Leigh are the ones in with a chance realistically we are likely in 6th spot. I a gree 5th should be the aim.
I think the question we should be asking is are we as a club ready to go back into SL? Look how widnes did it, and look at Leigh! they have been building slowly over a number of years, it is not just going up its a question of survival once you are up there. leigh are probably better set, decent stadium, decent squad thats been pretty dominant and learning from mistakes. Us well the reality is we despite temporary stands etc is ealing acceptable? do we have depth in the squad? is the back room set up good enough yet?
My thoughts as much as I would love to see us back in SL, lets target a good run in the 8s, then next year take the shield in the championship or whatever it is!
As for players moving on, its that part of the season where contracts are discussed so its going to be a factor.

Re: batley : Mon Jul 18, 2016 10:14 am  

is that JH possibly being lined up at Leigh?

Re: batley : Mon Jul 18, 2016 10:59 am  

Can't see it myself Micky..But you never know.

Re: batley : Mon Jul 18, 2016 1:20 pm  

I agree mate but i didnt think the soward rumour could be right with us and look what happened!

Re: batley : Mon Jul 18, 2016 3:41 pm  

They've got Tickle!!

Re: batley : Mon Jul 18, 2016 3:56 pm  

11 - 5 penalty count against, any side would struggle with a bias like that.