Re: HullKr v Wakefield squads : Wed Jan 31, 2018 10:07 pm  

BOJ042 wrote:

I agree with Arndell missing out.

I think he may not play Pauli Pauli and MCB - Pauli not quiet up to fitness yet?

just a question can the 2 that miss out in the 19 men squad each week play in the reserve team that same week?

also does the reserve play this week?

Only 4 Props in the squad so he has to play. You might have seen the same video as me on Twitter, where it asks Fifita and Wood who was the most unfit when the arrived in Preseason and they both said Pauli because of his recovery from the broken leg but he's had a couple of months since then now and warm up games under him so he plays. Tbh I don't think we'll see the best out of him till a few games in as he adjusts and gets more fitness into him. But still he played enough minutes in Preseason games and CC must feel confident in picking him.

Don't think we know about reserve fixtures yet, I haven't anyway.

Anyway as I said no another thread I'd pick Hampshire on the bench and for me MCB and Annakin to miss out.

Re: HullKr v Wakefield squads : Wed Jan 31, 2018 10:12 pm  

vastman wrote:

No he's not underrated he's a decent squad player which is fine but that's all he'll ever be imo. Mainly because he's seriously small for a forward but more importantly his skill levels are ordinary. You can guild the Lily all you like but it won't make any difference.

Anakin has had a fair few years to prove the doubters wrong only getting a last minute reprieve and is now in the last chance saloon.

Must admit that I find it odd that you continually write off a 20 year old Crowther but champion a 26 year old - somewhat contrary imo.

How have I written him off? I've said he will no doubt improve and be Super League standard. From what I've seen he's not ready yet. And looking at the 19 man squad, Chris Chester seemingly agrees.

I understand your point about the skill levels but Annakin is one of those who makes up for it in his aggression and directness tbh. He has 2 outstanding attributes there which place him a fair way in front of the young ones atm.

I think saying I continually write Crowther off is unfair. I made one comment from a friendly you didn't attend and it seems it's stuck in the craw of some. I get we have a Crowther fan club on here as he has some form of relative or someone who knows him personally that posts, but I'll only ever post my honest opinion. What is that opinion you may ask? Simple: He's a player with big potential but at the moment he is not ready for Super League rugby physically and technically. His effort is fantastic and that is why I am confident in two or three years' time he may be as good as some deem him to be already but atm even the squad player Annakin is in front of him in playing terms. If Jordan adds a bit of dynamic to his game with the ball or aggressiveness then he will soon be in front of Annakin because his work rate and defensive work is almost there already but he's not quite there yet. From what I've seen. But he's 20 years old. 2 years development and I agree he could be a first team player - to develop he needs game time though and he isn't going to get that looking at our squad currently.

Re: HullKr v Wakefield squads : Wed Jan 31, 2018 10:22 pm  

musson wrote:

Luckily for all of us on here you are just a fan and have nothing to do with trinitys coaching

John kear and Chris Chester rated him as do many on here too

Odd how you go in to melt down and type a massive essay when any one disagrees with you......

You need help

I'm not putting him down that's not my style but let's be honest, he's been here years and not nailed down a first team place in that time. Not saying he's not a decent squad player who won't let you down and has had the odd good game but his game imo hasn't changed much in all those years. Runs hard, often into a brick wall and can defend quite well.

Re: HullKr v Wakefield squads : Wed Jan 31, 2018 11:34 pm  

Shifty Cat wrote:

I'm not putting him down that's not my style but let's be honest, he's been here years and not nailed down a first team place in that time. Not saying he's a decent squad player who won't let you down and has had the odd game but his game imo hasn't changed much in all those years. Runs hard, often into a brick wall and can defend quite well.

Every team needs a squad player and annakin is one. I agree with what you say and that’s fine with me. He’ll come in, do his job and not let anyone down with all the enthusiasm you could ask for. He won’t start every week but if Chester gives him the nod I know he’ll do his job and will be happy to see him on the team sheet.

Re: HullKr v Wakefield squads : Thu Feb 01, 2018 1:40 am  

Trojan Horse wrote:

Every team needs a squad player and annakin is one. I agree with what you say and that’s fine with me. He’ll come in, do his job and not let anyone down with all the enthusiasm you could ask for. He won’t start every week but if Chester gives him the nod I know he’ll do his job and will be happy to see him on the team sheet.

I agree with what you're saying & as I said he's a decent squad player who does his job when called on over the years. Like you say, every team needs players like him, especially players that are not necessarily in your best 17 but if any injuries occur there's not that much of a drop in standard and imo he fills that role well.

The point about him not nailing down a starting spot in the years he's been here is more to do with the fact we've got a couple of 19/20-year-old England Youth internationals coming through who look excellent prospects, that also play in the same back row as him and he's now 27.

Re: HullKr v Wakefield squads : Thu Feb 01, 2018 7:26 am  

musson wrote:

Luckily for all of us on here you are just a fan and have nothing to do with trinitys coaching

John kear and Chris Chester rated him as do many on here too

Odd how you go in to melt down and type a massive essay when any one disagrees with you......

You need help

I think it's you who needs help.

Why the need for the childish rubbish is beyond me.

Where did I say I didn't rate him? I don't rate him as highly as some but that's not the same thing is it!

Kear and CC were going to let him at the end of the season then they had a last minute change of heart. If you don't believe me it's all there on Trinity TV from MC himself on the presentation night video!!!

If you bothered to read past threads me and Belly have been battling for years over how good Anakin is or do you not agree with his post was a bit OTT ? He certainly meant it to be, get a sence of humour.

At the end of the day we can argue his merits all day long but the facts are he's never managed to tie down a first team place under five coaches - what does that tell you? Hardly the saviour of the club is he!

Re: HullKr v Wakefield squads : Thu Feb 01, 2018 7:45 am  

Adam_Harrison9 wrote:

How have I written him off? I've said he will no doubt improve and be Super League standard. From what I've seen he's not ready yet. And looking at the 19 man squad, Chris Chester seemingly agrees.

I understand your point about the skill levels but Annakin is one of those who makes up for it in his aggression and directness tbh. He has 2 outstanding attributes there which place him a fair way in front of the young ones atm.

I think saying I continually write Crowther off is unfair. I made one comment from a friendly you didn't attend and it seems it's stuck in the craw of some. I get we have a Crowther fan club on here as he has some form of relative or someone who knows him personally that posts, but I'll only ever post my honest opinion. What is that opinion you may ask? Simple: He's a player with big potential but at the moment he is not ready for Super League rugby physically and technically. His effort is fantastic and that is why I am confident in two or three years' time he may be as good as some deem him to be already but atm even the squad player Annakin is in front of him in playing terms. If Jordan adds a bit of dynamic to his game with the ball or aggressiveness then he will soon be in front of Annakin because his work rate and defensive work is almost there already but he's not quite there yet. From what I've seen. But he's 20 years old. 2 years development and I agree he could be a first team player - to develop he needs game time though and he isn't going to get that looking at our squad currently.

Fair enough

Re: HullKr v Wakefield squads : Thu Feb 01, 2018 11:31 am  

WTID1873 wrote:

Anyone in the pub pre match?

Can imagine there are some armchair supporters on here?

is there even a pub near the ground?

Re: HullKr v Wakefield squads : Thu Feb 01, 2018 12:13 pm  

upthetrin92 wrote:

is there even a pub near the ground?

About a ten minute walk away, called The Falcon.

Re: HullKr v Wakefield squads : Thu Feb 01, 2018 12:34 pm  

Chris Annakin does exactly the job you need him to do. He appears to be someone who is happy to play 10-15 games a year when called on and doesn't get itchy feet looking for a move away. He's a squad player and happy with that. He is one of our own, and I would much prefer to have Annakin than another clubs reject. If he plays 10 games again this year and isn't long term injured, I would sign him up again.