Re: 2025 league predictions : Tue Jan 07, 2025 6:38 pm  

Theeaststander1 wrote:

ive seen plenty of 'ive spoken to his auntie' 'spoken to his dad' 'spoken to his dog' 'spoken to his neighbour' over the last two/three seasons saying hes going to the NRL

reality is nobody knows until it happens, hes settled, about to become a dad and the main player with massive respect in east hull, nothing points him to the NRL until the offers become public

mcguire, burrow, sinfield, welsby, the list goes on of brits who were offered contracts and turned them down after being nailed on by the masses to go over

as both clubs in the city now have the luxury to match decent NRL offers, we may never see him in the NRL

If Chris (above) says that was what was said I'm sure that was the case at that time but now who knows what is happening its all a bit of a none story really, and quite frankly its between him and his club!

Re: 2025 league predictions : Tue Jan 07, 2025 6:42 pm  

The Dentist Wilf wrote:

If Chris (above) says that was what was said I'm sure that was the case at that time but now who knows what is happening its all a bit of a none story really, and quite frankly its between him and his club!

hes most likely not lying but half of east hull thinks they know mikeys dad/family

you hear it every week in the stands, fully correct its between him / showmethemoney / hull kr

Re: 2025 league predictions : Tue Jan 07, 2025 6:55 pm  

This is nothing to do with Hull FC.

Re: 2025 league predictions : Tue Jan 07, 2025 8:48 pm  

ComeOnYouUll wrote:

This is nothing to do with Hull FC.

Might be in a few years, when he returns from the NRL to his favourite club!

Re: 2025 league predictions : Tue Jan 07, 2025 9:10 pm  

Theeaststander1 wrote:

as both clubs in the city now have the luxury to match decent NRL offers, we may never see him in the NRL

If Lewis fancies it, no Super League club could get anywhere near what NRL clubs would offer him.

Re: 2025 league predictions : Tue Jan 07, 2025 9:25 pm  

Armavinit wrote:

If Lewis fancies it, no Super League club could get anywhere near what NRL clubs would offer him.

bevan french comes to mind

Re: 2025 league predictions : Tue Jan 07, 2025 11:29 pm  

Theeaststander1 wrote:

bevan french comes to mind

French was pretty average in the NRL, not sure clubs fancy him that much, if they did he would be gone.

[Chris71]

Re: 2025 league predictions : Wed Jan 08, 2025 8:53 am  

The more I look at Cas, Wakey and Huddersfield I'd be disappointed if we don't finish above them, but I guess they'll all be thinking the same about us.
Cas have a decent squad but there are some unknowns in there along with the loss of McShane who was a real key component over the years. Also McGuire in his first full on season as a Head Coach it may not go smoothly though I think Delaney as assistant will help in that regard.
Wakey again not a bad side but a few more unknowns in terms of players new to SL also Trueman and Scott who are good players but question marks on their ability to stay off the treatment table. Think if they get a few injuries they may struggle more than most.
Huddersfield, really not sure what to make of them squad wise it's decent, but feel an awful lot rides on the decision of appointing Robinson as Head Coach.

As for us, like those above we have question marks but genuinely feel that with Cartwright at the helm, the changes throughout not just the squad but the club as a whole so far and the long standing issues being addressed, plus the ongoing winds of change that have brought renewed optimism, it just gives us a bit more of an edge over those teams.
Its all still unknown of course and as we know being Hull fans disappointment is a feeling we have grown to expect. Hopefully this up coming season will finally be the one in which we truly have turned the corner, but as Wilf has often noted, its the hope that kills you .

Re: 2025 league predictions : Wed Jan 08, 2025 12:18 pm  

Chris71 wrote:

The more I look at Cas, Wakey and Huddersfield I'd be disappointed if we don't finish above them, but I guess they'll all be thinking the same about us.
Cas have a decent squad but there are some unknowns in there along with the loss of McShane who was a real key component over the years. Also McGuire in his first full on season as a Head Coach it may not go smoothly though I think Delaney as assistant will help in that regard.
Wakey again not a bad side but a few more unknowns in terms of players new to SL also Trueman and Scott who are good players but question marks on their ability to stay off the treatment table. Think if they get a few injuries they may struggle more than most.
Huddersfield, really not sure what to make of them squad wise it's decent, but feel an awful lot rides on the decision of appointing Robinson as Head Coach.

As for us, like those above we have question marks but genuinely feel that with Cartwright at the helm, the changes throughout not just the squad but the club as a whole so far and the long standing issues being addressed, plus the ongoing winds of change that have brought renewed optimism, it just gives us a bit more of an edge over those teams.
Its all still unknown of course and as we know being Hull fans disappointment is a feeling we have grown to expect. Hopefully this up coming season will finally be the one in which we truly have turned the corner, but as Wilf has often noted, its the hope that kills you .

You could probably add Salford into that group too because they may lose a couple of players from an already small squad, Rowleys always managed to get them up above expectations but how long can he keep that up?
As for your post itself I think all four teams will be expecting to do better, better than the experts are saying anyway.
Huddersfield have a strong squad and probably should be pushing for the playoffs, their squads definitely the strongest of the four mentioned, it's just poor coaching that's seen them stall.
Castleford could be a surprise package for me, they've recruited a few unknowns I know, but some exciting players too, I think Maguire and Delaney will do well there, I've got a feeling Judah Rimbu will be top drawer too.
Wakey have a real tough start to the season, which could dampen their spirits before they really get going, they've signed some good players though that are already settled over here, and although they may not be SL experienced there used to playing in the UK. They do lack creativity in their spine though which obviously could hamper them.
Hull, there's not a lot of real quality in there, some interesting kids yes, but there probably still 2/3 years away from being ready, you'll be fitter without a doubt but I just can't see you higher than tenth.