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Is it time to get real about the Norths' and Sunnybank's performance issues over the last number of years? Should serious consideration be given to moving them into the Barber Cup (1st grade) , Normanby Cup (2nd grade) and Wyatt (3rd grade) in 2024 ?? Both clubs struggle to field 4th grade at...

I still don't see what the terms of reference/scope for this review is/are with much clarity. The issues with the Wallabies goes far and wide and historical, so in my view this review needs to look into the schools, clubs, coaching programs, State bodies, Super 15 involvement, national and...

I would also be looking a little further than Slacky, Goog and Darlene to undertake this significant project. Would have thought the ARU might have looked a little further for the review panel to include people who have experienced sporting success internationally (Olympics, World Championships)...

I'm voting YES for a commission of enquiry in to rugby in Australia and it's future. Just to keep the discussion interesting....who would you nominate to possibly chair and be on the panel? Also what would you think the terms of reference should include?

Really?? Suspect is being protected for Reds season.

So who won the Number 10 battle this week? HMP or Creighton or Pappin? Don't understand how T Lynagh is not making an appearance in these games. Has played very limited games in two years IMO. Injured still/again??

Any reports on the Reds Development vs Challenger Game II? Who stood out? Who impressed with their progression? Players to watch next year?

For my money, I think the #10 jersey in the Reds next year is between Creighton and HMP.

Interested in hearing some game summary / insights to the Challenger vs Development Reds game. Who played well etc?

Would be a cracking fixture!

Pio Nekubuwai (13 - Easts) was a standout for mine. Be interesting to see if he sticks with rugby or goes back to league. Also Jake Pappin (10 - Easts) is a real talent for mine also that doesn't seem to get the recognition. A lot of good talent around the clubs. Let's hope we can keep them...

I'm glad someone has brought this up. It is a joke that a team that has not won a finals game can be awarded a premiership. There was ample time to play 10 mins extra time. If at the end of that time, scores are still drawn, well fair enough the higher ranked team can be awarded the win...

Agreed 10 mins each way. How hard is that?? There was ample time and the Bank was buzzing. Would have added to a great day of rugby. Very disappointing. Time to rethink the rule book on this. Add to that the Colts 1 GF last year.

Agreed, he seems to be growing into the position every time he plays there. Nothing like game time to hone skills and experience.

Choke

More the case of the Name Withheld turns out to be Prem grade player "returning from injury" in 3rd/4th grade.

Can the forum answer for me a couple of questions about player eligibility: 1. How is player eligibility/registration checked before fixtures? 2. How many games does a player have to play in a grade to be eligible to play finals for that grade? I assume a player from the lower grades can go...

Gee - some quality players there across all three teams!

The "Rebel Effect" certainly helped Wests through the lower grades on the weekend.

Not only Lynagh BUT I have to suggest that TL is not up to Super 15 level by a long way. He is still young and a great prospect BUT let him develop back in QPR and compete each week for 80mins against some of the rising #10 stars such HMP, Jake Pappin etc and see how he develops. He clearly is...