There are some positives and negatives with that squad as is stands in my opinion. I don't want to sound negative, but on paper it looks like a weaker squad than last year. I am surprised Jode isn't on there. His defence last season was awesome at times. I lost count of the amount of players he left prone on the floor due to his big hits. When you consider we've lost JD, Korky, Sam and Semi I don't feel on the whole they have been replaced. Hesketh should be good, but he had a dissapointing 2012 having joined Fax. Haley and White will strengthen up the backs, but I see the big hole in half backs.
I assume JD's departure will have meant some salary cap was released as I understand his wage was included. I know Semi was only on matchday terms. Maybe the budget has been cut?
On the positives though, promoting the young guys is great and the club should be applauded. I'm sure they will learn so much from training with the first team and some may even get a run out next season.
