Blues 2022
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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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@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).@daffy-jaffy I'm hearing both choat and hunt won't b there but Niko Jones full contract
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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..
@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.
@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..
@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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@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.
@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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@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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I wonder who replaces Faiane in the squad.
I realise Plummer will probably start at 12 but they need more 12 options.
Evans? Tua? Is Toala still signed to the Canes?
@kiwimurph said in Blues 2022:
I wonder who replaces Faiane in the squad.
I realise Plummer will probably start at 12 but they need more 12 options.
Evans? Tua? Is Toala still signed to the Canes?
His contract with the Canes expired this year. Haven't heard anything about him being re-signed, but that doesn't mean much, obviously.
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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.
@kiwimurph said in Blues 2022:
@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.
Couldn’t comment on that as I don’t have the numbers. Our scrum goes well with him. Aside from that, a really skilful player.
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I wonder who replaces Faiane in the squad.
I realise Plummer will probably start at 12 but they need more 12 options.
Evans? Tua? Is Toala still signed to the Canes?
@kiwimurph not sure Tua has had enough gametime this year, unless they are happy enough with what they saw last year and his limited minutes this year to take a punt.
@kev Caird has good acceleration and speed too, I think he has put a few kegs on too, I expect he knows he had to up his physicality.
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@mikey07 said in Blues 2022:
@kev Hopefully the Canes use their brains and try grab him as we need the extra lock.
The Canes are yet to announce their last two locking signings, I think one will be Walker-Leawere but that 5th lock is anyone’s guess. Maybe Cridge, Caird or another option.
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I wonder who replaces Faiane in the squad.
I realise Plummer will probably start at 12 but they need more 12 options.
Evans? Tua? Is Toala still signed to the Canes?
@kiwimurph. The fact that the Brumbies announced Kata's release the Friday before MP are announcing two Tongan signings Monday suggests to me that he may go there but others on here are certain he is signed with the Blues so lets assume he is. In an interview on SENZ back in August Rangi said that the backline was fully signed up already back then. I think the backline squad 17 could be close to this -
Outsides -
Sullivan
JRK
RTS
Telea
Clarke
Lam
**Midfield - **
Heem
Ioane
Tele'a
Kata
Evans
Insides -
Barrett
Plummer
Perofeta
Christie
Ruru
Nock
Some players could be named in different positions ie: Lam and RTS in the centres or Kata and Heem on the wings. With the versatility available they could decide to only pick 16 backs and carry an extra forward. -
I wonder who replaces Faiane in the squad.
I realise Plummer will probably start at 12 but they need more 12 options.
Evans? Tua? Is Toala still signed to the Canes?
@kiwimurph said in Blues 2022:
I wonder who replaces Faiane in the squad.
I realise Plummer will probably start at 12 but they need more 12 options.
Evans? Tua? Is Toala still signed to the Canes?
I heard MP have signed Toala
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@mikey07 said in Blues 2022:
@kev Hopefully the Canes use their brains and try grab him as we need the extra lock.
The Canes are yet to announce their last two locking signings, I think one will be Walker-Leawere but that 5th lock is anyone’s guess. Maybe Cridge, Caird or another option.
@canes4life Like you I reckon it’ll be Delaney
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@kiwimurph said in Blues 2022:
I wonder who replaces Faiane in the squad.
I realise Plummer will probably start at 12 but they need more 12 options.
Evans? Tua? Is Toala still signed to the Canes?
I heard MP have signed Toala
@mikey07 said in Blues 2022:
@kiwimurph said in Blues 2022:
I wonder who replaces Faiane in the squad.
I realise Plummer will probably start at 12 but they need more 12 options.
Evans? Tua? Is Toala still signed to the Canes?
I heard MP have signed Toala
Might as well just name them the Magpies and be done with it.
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@kiwimurph. The fact that the Brumbies announced Kata's release the Friday before MP are announcing two Tongan signings Monday suggests to me that he may go there but others on here are certain he is signed with the Blues so lets assume he is. In an interview on SENZ back in August Rangi said that the backline was fully signed up already back then. I think the backline squad 17 could be close to this -
Outsides -
Sullivan
JRK
RTS
Telea
Clarke
Lam
**Midfield - **
Heem
Ioane
Tele'a
Kata
Evans
Insides -
Barrett
Plummer
Perofeta
Christie
Ruru
Nock
Some players could be named in different positions ie: Lam and RTS in the centres or Kata and Heem on the wings. With the versatility available they could decide to only pick 16 backs and carry an extra forward.@daffy-jaffy said in Blues 2022:
@kiwimurph. The fact that the Brumbies announced Kata's release the Friday before MP are announcing two Tongan signings Monday suggests to me that he may go there but others on here are certain he is signed with the Blues so lets assume he is. In an interview on SENZ back in August Rangi said that the backline was fully signed up already back then. I think the backline squad 17 could be close to this -
Outsides -
Sullivan
JRK
RTS
Telea
Clarke
Lam
**Midfield - **
Heem
Ioane
Tele'a
Kata
Evans
Insides -
Barrett
Plummer
Perofeta
Christie
Ruru
Nock
Some players could be named in different positions ie: Lam and RTS in the centres or Kata and Heem on the wings. With the versatility available they could decide to only pick 16 backs and carry an extra forward.Back in August Kata was announced as signing with the Brumbies again.Only recently has he been released.Sort of does point towards Kata at MP.
