Re: Squad for Salford (a) : Sat Jun 11, 2022 6:23 pm  

Really impressive last night. Whilst the second half was scintillating, I was pleased with the first half. Salford came to play and pushed us all the way in the first 40. If that was against Saints, Catalans, Hudds I think the pundits would have been praising the intensity but alas..

I think it has to be said, aside from the obvious back 3 being excellent, I thought Isa was brilliant. Definitely proved his selection right (also me wrong!) and showed that he might nail down that right centre spot for the next few weeks.

It had a real special feeling last night being in the away end, something great is building I feel.

Re: Squad for Salford (a) : Sat Jun 11, 2022 6:54 pm  

We're in a good spot to go for the top 2 now as well. I think we have 7 home games to come with 4 away along with the Magic weekend. Away games against the rest of the top 5 all played.

Re: Squad for Salford (a) : Sat Jun 11, 2022 7:19 pm  

MadDogg wrote:

We're in a good spot to go for the top 2 now as well. I think we have 7 home games to come with 4 away along with the Magic weekend. Away games against the rest of the top 5 all played.

It would be great to make that top 2 for sure. The home games really should help, especially if we can rack up some points to help the points difference. I’d still have Saints as favourites for the Grand Final but it feels as though there are 4 genuine contenders for it now and that’s good for the league.

Re: Squad for Salford (a) : Mon Jun 13, 2022 10:03 am  

Just something I’d like to point out, whilst not scoring loads of tries and getting 3 man of steel points every week, Field is still having a massive influence on the attack.

Have a look at Frenchs second try from the scrum, the centre Lafai is terrified by Fields pace and crashes in leaving Isa in acres of space to put french in the corner.

Whilst the flashy stuff is slowly down, his threat is creating so much space for others.

Keep it up Jai!

Re: Squad for Salford (a) : Mon Jun 13, 2022 10:08 am  

NSW wrote:

Just something I’d like to point out, whilst not scoring loads of tries and getting 3 man of steel points every week, Field is still having a massive influence on the attack.

Have a look at Frenchs second try from the scrum, the centre Lafai is terrified by Fields pace and crashes in leaving Isa in acres of space to put french in the corner.

Whilst the flashy stuff is slowly down, his threat is creating so much space for others.

Keep it up Jai!

The last try came from the defence pushing up to stop Field as well - Smith smart enough to counter this with a great ball over the top.

Re: Squad for Salford (a) : Mon Jun 13, 2022 10:21 am  

NSW wrote:

Just something I’d like to point out, whilst not scoring loads of tries and getting 3 man of steel points every week, Field is still having a massive influence on the attack.

Have a look at Frenchs second try from the scrum, the centre Lafai is terrified by Fields pace and crashes in leaving Isa in acres of space to put french in the corner.

Whilst the flashy stuff is slowly down, his threat is creating so much space for others.

Keep it up Jai!

There were 3 tries on Friday were the defence either shot out to cover him or cramped and numbered up on Field which created space for others

It seemed to be a tactic in the CC final as well, Smiths 1sy half try, Field is on Wide wrap around and the defence is so aware of that they pushed out and left a Tunnel on Fields inside for Smith to support into.

2nd half Smith exploited the outside to Thornley because 2/3 defenders were intent on picking up field who was running an inside line this time and the space was outside with Thornley & French

Great coaching, Great play from Field, Great work from players in particular Smith to play around Field and look to take the opportunities in the space that Fields unselfish running is creating.

Re: Squad for Salford (a) : Mon Jun 13, 2022 10:38 am  

Jukesays wrote:

There were 3 tries on Friday were the defence either shot out to cover him or cramped and numbered up on Field which created space for others

It seemed to be a tactic in the CC final as well, Smiths 1sy half try, Field is on Wide wrap around and the defence is so aware of that they pushed out and left a Tunnel on Fields inside for Smith to support into.

2nd half Smith exploited the outside to Thornley because 2/3 defenders were intent on picking up field who was running an inside line this time and the space was outside with Thornley & French

Great coaching, Great play from Field, Great work from players in particular Smith to play around Field and look to take the opportunities in the space that Fields unselfish running is creating.

Good call mate, Smiths tunnel ball to the centre with field as a decoy seems to work every time this year

Re: Squad for Salford (a) : Mon Jun 13, 2022 10:55 am  

Smith is turning into the half he threatened to be early doors. He plays at the line and has excellent vision to add to his tremendous kicking game. He's also become a running threat in his own right and has scored some fabulous tries recently, not least his fantastic run for his try in the CC final.

Field doesn't get enough credit for what he does off the ball. It's understandable that his length of the field stuff is what makes the headlines but he's a tough little player. Not afraid to wear a tackle in attack or put himself in front of much bigger players in defence. I find it laughable how some Saints fans have convinced themselves that he's deficient in these areas! Still, if it makes them feel better...

It's noticeable how he changes his game playing at 6. He's looking to link up far more rather than doing it himself all the time. I'd like to see more of him there as, not only do I feel he has lots of improvement in him in that position, but I think it would benefit his link play when playing at fullback.

Re: Squad for Salford (a) : Mon Jun 13, 2022 11:26 am  

Field puts an enormous amount of work running off the ball.

He's almost always on the shoulder of anyone who looks like they will make a half break.

Not seen anyone back up like that and scare the opposition so much just by being there in a long time.

Fair play to Smith for making the most of the space Field gives and I'm guessing the work on the training pitch.

Field also pulls off a nice one on one tackle on one of Salford's forwards who broke through the line.


Not bad for a one trick pony who can't tackle.....

Re: Squad for Salford (a) : Mon Jun 13, 2022 12:18 pm  

NickyKiss wrote:

It would be great to make that top 2 for sure. The home games really should help, especially if we can rack up some points to help the points difference. I’d still have Saints as favourites for the Grand Final but it feels as though there are 4 genuine contenders for it now and that’s good for the league.

People will, naturally, point towards the Saints game as one to watch out for, but the biggest game we've got in the diary is undoubtedly Catalan's at home.

That away trip was probably the worst we've played all season & it's not a happy hunting ground for us. Quite simply put - we need to finish above them & doing a number on them at home will be a massive boost. I hope the club go a bit tactical in regards to getting people through the door for it.