Inman was my MOM, just getting the choccies over Higgers. His chasing and tackling/defensive work was exceptional. He even showed a bit of lateral movement!
And yes, the argument continues unresolved, but anyone who does not think our attack picked up a notch once Stirzaker came on is seriously delusional. Crisp service? I could starch my fucking shirt with that! Bye bye Phipps. Thanks mate, but off you go.
And the young kids have such enthusiasm! It really is fun to watch. Jordy Hairball is one to watch. Roberts had an extremely fine debut. Great sweeping defensive coverage. Jones pulled a really good game out of the hat.
JOC (James O'Connor) is maturing very well. I tell you what, the captaincy sits very well with him. I'm actually surprised the egotistical maniac had it in him. Pleased to be wrong.
I love Kingi on the wing. There, I said it.
Coach Hill is on the ropes. Development is not enough with the talent he has. Wins needed in year 3. But he hardly needs a pleb like me to tell him that.
Were there issues with the Rebels? Hell yes. Until the boys figure out how to take 2 steps into contact without losing the ball, or pass to someone who is actually moving forward at speed, win a higher percentage of attacking line-outs, or gather a re-start at least once a game, they are going to stay in the bottom half of the competition.
But I will say this; The Rebels kept the game alive for nearly 75 minutes. That was far more than I really and honestly expected. And it wasn't due to the Reds being shit.
The journey continues.