[Bullseye]

Re: Round 1 - London (H) : Sun Feb 16, 2025 9:52 pm  

Lilley and Meadows in the halves doesn't work. They're too similar. There was no running threat, and passes seemed to be way off target when we threw the ball wide. Far too many were up around the ears or behind the ball receiver so they had to check their runs. On a narrow field like ours passing has to be really slick or defences can just cover easily.

Re: Round 1 - London (H) : Sun Feb 16, 2025 11:24 pm  

It's still early in the season with plenty of time for combinations to settle down. I think the squad numbering shows where Nobby would ideally use Lilley but personally I'd rather see a bit more before we write off a partnership.

Wonder where Ott fits in, wonder if Nobby will give him a chance at 9 next week against Hunslet?

[Bullseye]

Re: Round 1 - London (H) : Mon Feb 17, 2025 8:08 am  

Even though Hallas had a decent game I still think Ott is better.

Re: Round 1 - London (H) : Mon Feb 17, 2025 10:05 am  

I wonder if anyone from the club can explain why a large section of the terracing was taped off. I had to move from my normal favoured spot to where the bloody drum was pounding in my ear. Was the reason to cut back on the expense of stewarding that area? I don't know why but would like some form of explanation.

Re: Round 1 - London (H) : Mon Feb 17, 2025 10:23 am  

Anyone know why Donaldson was put on report? Looked like a ticking off for lifting but he pulled out when he realised but nothing more?

Re: Round 1 - London (H) : Mon Feb 17, 2025 12:23 pm  

Yeah an explanation of the closed terrace would be appreciated. Some miffed supporters around me.

Shout out to Waqa Blake who was my Mom yesterday. Awesome assist for Taufua's try and thought he was one of the few with plenty of energy. Another comedy value bit of business by the club.

[Bullseye]

Re: Round 1 - London (H) : Mon Feb 17, 2025 12:31 pm  

No idea why the terracing was taped off. Nothing communicated - not a great way to do things by the club.

I can only assume it was to get people more concentrated, whether that was to reduce stewarding costs or to get a better atmosphere I don't know. If it was the latter then it was a daft idea. People who want to sing along can still stand near those that do it if they want. The rest don't want to be forced to do it. Our normal spot was taped off - we just happened to be in the stand this time. I wouldn't be happy being forced to stand somewhere else.

Blake looks like an amazing bit of business, agree his assist for Taufua was real class. We've not had a right centre this good for years.

Re: Round 1 - London (H) : Mon Feb 17, 2025 1:16 pm  

Doing things like this with no explanation is a great way to p**s supporters off.

Re: Round 1 - London (H) : Mon Feb 17, 2025 1:28 pm  

Bullseye wrote:

In the 14th century squad rotation was considerably more widespread after John

You're getting old Sam. Seems like you & me are considerrwably older than the others on here. Or just have better taste.