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    James Tucker has been named in the Brumbies 2022 squad.

    https://brumbies.rugby/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fd26phqdbpt0w91.cloudfront.net%2FNonVideo%2F7de85306-3eef-415c-971c-01ae0c81b1a1.png&w=384&q=75

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    • ChrisC Chris

      James Tucker has been named in the Brumbies 2022 squad.

      https://brumbies.rugby/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fd26phqdbpt0w91.cloudfront.net%2FNonVideo%2F7de85306-3eef-415c-971c-01ae0c81b1a1.png&w=384&q=75

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      @chris That's just a photo from his Brumbies profile. How do you know that's not his 2021 profile? Have they re-signed him?

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      • StargazerS Stargazer

        @chris That's just a photo from his Brumbies profile. How do you know that's not his 2021 profile? Have they re-signed him?

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        @stargazer said in Blues 2022:

        @chris That's just a photo from his Brumbies profile. How do you know that's not his 2021 profile? Have they re-signed him?

        Yep check out the Brumbies website he’s named in their 2022 squad.
        Also Nesbit mentioned it when they showed the teams today in the RS game.

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        • ChrisC Chris

          @stargazer said in Blues 2022:

          @chris That's just a photo from his Brumbies profile. How do you know that's not his 2021 profile? Have they re-signed him?

          Yep check out the Brumbies website he’s named in their 2022 squad.
          Also Nesbit mentioned it when they showed the teams today in the RS game.

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          @chris I'll take your word for it; their website has a squad list but it doesn't say whether it's the 2022 squad or 2021 squad. Just want to update my "signings" list, but for that I need either a Brumbies media release about him re-signing or the full 2022 squad announcement. I can't find either on their website.

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            #204

            The Brumbies squad page still shows Kata who has been released. It also is missing a few of the recent signings

            The Brumbies have confirmed the re-signing of 4/5 of their locks from this year (all of them except Tucker). They have also signed an additional lock (Ed Kennedy)

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            • StargazerS Stargazer

              @chris I'll take your word for it; their website has a squad list but it doesn't say whether it's the 2022 squad or 2021 squad. Just want to update my "signings" list, but for that I need either a Brumbies media release about him re-signing or the full 2022 squad announcement. I can't find either on their website.

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              @stargazer said in Blues 2022:

              @chris I'll take your word for it; their website has a squad list but it doesn't say whether it's the 2022 squad or 2021 squad. Just want to update my "signings" list, but for that I need either a Brumbies media release about him re-signing or the full 2022 squad announcement. I can't find either on their website.

              Ok replay the start of the RS game when the teams are named as they go through the Waikato team Nesbit mentions he’s is off to the Brumbies.

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              • DuluthD Duluth

                The Brumbies squad page still shows Kata who has been released. It also is missing a few of the recent signings

                The Brumbies have confirmed the re-signing of 4/5 of their locks from this year (all of them except Tucker). They have also signed an additional lock (Ed Kennedy)

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                @duluth said in Blues 2022:

                The Brumbies squad page still shows Kata who has been released. It also is missing a few of the recent signings

                The Brumbies have confirmed the re-signing of 4/5 of their locks from this year (all of them except Tucker). They have also signed an additional lock (Ed Kennedy)

                Ok replay the start of the RS game when the teams are named as they go through the Waikato team Nesbit mentions he’s is off to the Brumbies.

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                • ChrisC Chris

                  @stargazer said in Blues 2022:

                  @chris I'll take your word for it; their website has a squad list but it doesn't say whether it's the 2022 squad or 2021 squad. Just want to update my "signings" list, but for that I need either a Brumbies media release about him re-signing or the full 2022 squad announcement. I can't find either on their website.

                  Ok replay the start of the RS game when the teams are named as they go through the Waikato team Nesbit mentions he’s is off to the Brumbies.

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                  @chris I said I was taking your word for it (translation: I believe what you say is true), but what you - or a commentator - say is not enough as official confirmation of a (re-)signing. That has to come from an official source, preferably the Brumbies. If I took everything commentators say as a fact, my lists would be useless.

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                  • StargazerS Stargazer

                    @chris I said I was taking your word for it (translation: I believe what you say is true), but what you - or a commentator - say is not enough as official confirmation of a (re-)signing. That has to come from an official source, preferably the Brumbies. If I took everything commentators say as a fact, my lists would be useless.

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                    @stargazer said in Blues 2022:

                    @chris I said I was taking your word for it (translation: I believe what you say is true), but what you - or a commentator - say is not enough as official confirmation of a (re-)signing. That has to come from an official source, preferably the Brumbies. If I took everything commentators say as a fact, my lists would be useless.

                    Of course I am not asking you to put it on the wiki list just passing on what I heard.

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                    • DuluthD Duluth

                      The Brumbies squad page still shows Kata who has been released. It also is missing a few of the recent signings

                      The Brumbies have confirmed the re-signing of 4/5 of their locks from this year (all of them except Tucker). They have also signed an additional lock (Ed Kennedy)

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                      @duluth said in Blues 2022:

                      The Brumbies squad page still shows Kata who has been released. It also is missing a few of the recent signings

                      The Brumbies have confirmed the re-signing of 4/5 of their locks from this year (all of them except Tucker). They have also signed an additional lock (Ed Kennedy)

                      Kata would be a good pickup for the Blues and would be interesting having to former Nrl converts at the Blues, possibly helping RTS transition, Is it a done deal, he could still go to MP.

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                        @duluth said in Blues 2022:

                        The Brumbies squad page still shows Kata who has been released. It also is missing a few of the recent signings

                        The Brumbies have confirmed the re-signing of 4/5 of their locks from this year (all of them except Tucker). They have also signed an additional lock (Ed Kennedy)

                        Kata would be a good pickup for the Blues and would be interesting having to former Nrl converts at the Blues, possibly helping RTS transition, Is it a done deal, he could still go to MP.

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                        @sbw1 https://brumbies.rugby/news/plus500-brumbies-grant-solomone-kata-early-release-20211021

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                          @duluth said in Blues 2022:

                          The Brumbies squad page still shows Kata who has been released. It also is missing a few of the recent signings

                          The Brumbies have confirmed the re-signing of 4/5 of their locks from this year (all of them except Tucker). They have also signed an additional lock (Ed Kennedy)

                          Kata would be a good pickup for the Blues and would be interesting having to former Nrl converts at the Blues, possibly helping RTS transition, Is it a done deal, he could still go to MP.

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                          george33
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                          @sbw1 done deal he b in blues

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                          • Daffy JaffyD Daffy Jaffy

                            @african-monkey Darry's set piece work seems sound, but he really lacks physicality around the field. It is not uncommon for young string bean locks to take time to grow into their physicality as they often struggle to put muscle on their frame until they reach 23-24 years old. Hopefully he will develop that side of his game through next season. I am sure the coaches will give him that 'work on'.
                            I wonder what Segner's signing means for the loosie mix. If he is signed as an openside does that mean Choat misses out or that Hunt is not coming back from his concussion problems (which would be a worry as its been a year since he last played).

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                            @daffy-jaffy I'm hearing both choat and hunt won't b there but Niko Jones full contract

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                              @sbw1 done deal he b in blues

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                              @george33 said in Blues 2022:

                              @sbw1 done deal he b in blues

                              Does that seem coincidental that comes at a similar time to Ngani's departure to France. He is also described as a similar kind of player to Ngani. His experience in adapting to Union from League and being a former teamate of RTS, and the AB's need for a big blockbusting centre could really bring something to the table..

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                                @george33 said in Blues 2022:

                                @sbw1 done deal he b in blues

                                Does that seem coincidental that comes at a similar time to Ngani's departure to France. He is also described as a similar kind of player to Ngani. His experience in adapting to Union from League and being a former teamate of RTS, and the AB's need for a big blockbusting centre could really bring something to the table..

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                                @sbw1 said in Blues 2022:

                                @george33 said in Blues 2022:

                                @sbw1 done deal he b in blues

                                Does that seem coincidental that comes at a similar time to Ngani's departure to France. He is also described as a similar kind of player to Ngani. His experience in adapting to Union from League and being a former teamate of RTS, and the AB's need for a big blockbusting centre could really bring something to the table..

                                I assume we are talking about Kata? He hardly ever passed in League, not sure I'd want him in the midfield.

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                                  @sbw1 said in Blues 2022:

                                  @george33 said in Blues 2022:

                                  @sbw1 done deal he b in blues

                                  Does that seem coincidental that comes at a similar time to Ngani's departure to France. He is also described as a similar kind of player to Ngani. His experience in adapting to Union from League and being a former teamate of RTS, and the AB's need for a big blockbusting centre could really bring something to the table..

                                  I assume we are talking about Kata? He hardly ever passed in League, not sure I'd want him in the midfield.

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                                  george33
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                                  @crazy-horse yes kata

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                                    @george33 said in Blues 2022:

                                    @sbw1 done deal he b in blues

                                    Does that seem coincidental that comes at a similar time to Ngani's departure to France. He is also described as a similar kind of player to Ngani. His experience in adapting to Union from League and being a former teamate of RTS, and the AB's need for a big blockbusting centre could really bring something to the table..

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                                    @sbw1 said in Blues 2022:

                                    @george33 said in Blues 2022:

                                    @sbw1 done deal he b in blues

                                    Does that seem coincidental that comes at a similar time to Ngani's departure to France. He is also described as a similar kind of player to Ngani. His experience in adapting to Union from League and being a former teamate of RTS, and the AB's need for a big blockbusting centre could really bring something to the table..

                                    Lay off the drugs bro.

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                                    • taniwharugbyT taniwharugby

                                      @african-monkey TBH, if Goodhue can keep fit, I think he could really start to realise his potential.

                                      He is a good scrummaging lock, good in the air (although had 1 game for the Blues this year where he was unusually poor) and has great a work rate on both sides of the ball, just needs to do it consistently and stay injury free.

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                                      kev
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                                      @taniwharugby really think they have missed a trick with not signing Caird. Since he has come back our pack has looked so much better. He is a natural athlete - quick on his feet so hits soft shoulders and makes ground with his carries, good in the air. It may be because they don’t have enough power?

                                      But both Northland locks have outplayed their Waikato counterparts in recent years - by quite a bit. Even in games where we have been crap Caird has always been a standout. Sometimes when you are looking for something specific ( grunt? ) you miss what’s in front of you. Caird better than Tucker, Romano, Darry. Presume with Tucker and Romano they just wanted power scrumming.

                                      Noticeable that Blues picking up Ta$man players. They should be a pathway for players in the region.

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                                        @taniwharugby really think they have missed a trick with not signing Caird. Since he has come back our pack has looked so much better. He is a natural athlete - quick on his feet so hits soft shoulders and makes ground with his carries, good in the air. It may be because they don’t have enough power?

                                        But both Northland locks have outplayed their Waikato counterparts in recent years - by quite a bit. Even in games where we have been crap Caird has always been a standout. Sometimes when you are looking for something specific ( grunt? ) you miss what’s in front of you. Caird better than Tucker, Romano, Darry. Presume with Tucker and Romano they just wanted power scrumming.

                                        Noticeable that Blues picking up Ta$man players. They should be a pathway for players in the region.

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                                        mikey07
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                                        @kev Hopefully the Canes use their brains and try grab him as we need the extra lock.

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                                          @taniwharugby really think they have missed a trick with not signing Caird. Since he has come back our pack has looked so much better. He is a natural athlete - quick on his feet so hits soft shoulders and makes ground with his carries, good in the air. It may be because they don’t have enough power?

                                          But both Northland locks have outplayed their Waikato counterparts in recent years - by quite a bit. Even in games where we have been crap Caird has always been a standout. Sometimes when you are looking for something specific ( grunt? ) you miss what’s in front of you. Caird better than Tucker, Romano, Darry. Presume with Tucker and Romano they just wanted power scrumming.

                                          Noticeable that Blues picking up Ta$man players. They should be a pathway for players in the region.

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                                          @kev said in Blues 2022:

                                          It may be because they don’t have enough power?

                                          That's certainly what it looked like when Caird played for the Tahs this year. Really lacked power.

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