ShtinaTina
Alex Ross (28)
Hmm. This will be interesting...
Waratahs 2013
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nathan
Darby Loudon (17)
By interesting, I think you mean embarrassing.
ShtinaTina
Alex Ross (28)
Jury's out. I'll let you know after Friday night.
The complexity of Bruce Ross' character suggests many years support.
Any updates from Lee Grant on whether Berrick Barnes is running at more than "half rat power" yet?
Has he moved up to three quarter rat power or perhaps even hamster power?
Any news on Pete Betham, Pat McCutcheon, Rob Horne or any other injured players? Is Sam Lane still around or has he been officially released?
Has he moved up to three quarter rat power or perhaps even hamster power?
Any news on Pete Betham, Pat McCutcheon, Rob Horne or any other injured players? Is Sam Lane still around or has he been officially released?
boyo
Mark Ella (57)
ShtinaTina
Alex Ross (28)
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David Wilson (68)
We dedicated Waratahs supporters are a hardy breed. There's not many of us left after 4 years of win ugly, (or lose ugly under Foley). The thought of improvement sustains us.
It's been a long time since I've been referred to as being part of a "new generation", so admiration and a compliment for me.
scaraby
Ron Walden (29)
Any thoughts on only one change this week?...Tom just doesnt feel like the "new game plan" to me . Are we waiting for Berrick.?...not sure why we dont try Volavola there...............................................In reference to Bruce above, I too was accused of being a cynic for wearing a Red jumper to a Tah game last year......its only when i convinced the angry crowd that it was the blood seeping through from the thousand cuts that they let me bleed in peace.....
Inside Shoulder
Nathan Sharpe (72)
Because, whatever his potential, on his last 2 games he cannot be relied on to catch, pass or tackle.
Putting him into a crunch position from start only has downside for him and the team.
RoffsChoice
Jim Lenehan (48)
12 is actually a rather specific role, it's much easier to be a 15 or even a 10.
He's also new to the game, so if we put him on late not only will he be up against tired opposition but the mistakes he makes won't seem as huge.
MrMouse
Bob Loudon (25)
I am really frustrated and annoyed by many of the negative comments after last weekend.
The team showed intent but lacked execution. What a shock - every Australian team lacked execution in their first game. But the intent WAS there, Cheika DID address the issues (falling off tackles, simple dropped ball, anxiety once we pulled level late).
I'm not naive enough to claim that we're going to improve each and every week, or that we're certainties for the Finals, let alone the Big One. But by all that is holy I have had it up to here *holds hand above eye line* with the same old cynical schadenfreude and dismal dreariness from some of the so-called Waratah fans around here. Pull your damn socks up and try supporting your team.
The team showed intent but lacked execution. What a shock - every Australian team lacked execution in their first game. But the intent WAS there, Cheika DID address the issues (falling off tackles, simple dropped ball, anxiety once we pulled level late).
I'm not naive enough to claim that we're going to improve each and every week, or that we're certainties for the Finals, let alone the Big One. But by all that is holy I have had it up to here *holds hand above eye line* with the same old cynical schadenfreude and dismal dreariness from some of the so-called Waratah fans around here. Pull your damn socks up and try supporting your team.
Inside Shoulder
Nathan Sharpe (72)
WorkingClassRugger
David Codey (61)
Agreed. While critical there has also been a lot of optimism. The general sentiment I've picked up on was, while it wasn't perfect or even close to the finished product, there was enough intent in the performance to suggest changes made in the off season are beginning to take root and that we should begin to see more polished performances in the near future.
RoffsChoice
Jim Lenehan (48)
There is no reason to not be positive! The Waratahs got better as the game went on and if they just iron out that kick-or-run kink, they'll be great.
The back row, centres and back three will be the strong suit when Barnes gets back and Folau develops. The game plan should be developed around them.
The back row, centres and back three will be the strong suit when Barnes gets back and Folau develops. The game plan should be developed around them.
Italophile
Bill Watson (15)
Leinster in Ireland are denying they've signed a pre-contract with AAC (Adam Ashley-Cooper). The word on the Leinster fan sites is more positive.
RoffsChoice
Jim Lenehan (48)
Thank god, two dads is our best 13.
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