Reds 2023

[Misunderstood fan]

Is it just me or do you think Eddie’s selections for the Wallabies squad is favourable towards his Sydney connections? (Honest question). His time back in Oz and players mentioned is centralised around NSW. I’m not picking up a great vibe from the comments made in the interviews for certain players and I hope the likes of McReight and Wilson aren’t disadvantaged because of the limited time before WC.

 

[RugbyReg]

Is it just me or do you think Eddie’s selections for the Wallabies squad is favourable towards his Sydney connections? (Honest question). His time back in Oz and players mentioned is centralised around NSW. I’m not picking up a great vibe from the comments made in the interviews for certain players and I hope the likes of McReight and Wilson aren’t disadvantaged because of the limited time before WC.

I think you’re jumping at shadows. Big time.

 

[Realrugby63]

I think that Harry Wilson, Fraser, Isaac Henry etc. have spent their entire sporting life dedicated to union, when they have received multiple offers by league goes to show how dedicated they are and it would be a huge slap in the face to bring in NRL players to replace them. They have probably all received offers from NRL clubs.

 

[qwerty51]

Which NRL players are replacing McReight and Wilson? Must be really good at rugby to do so.

 

[Realrugby63]

Which NRL players are replacing McReight and Wilson? Must be really good at rugby to do so.

Does it matter who exactly has been called to replace people, Or is it infuriating to those in any position that NRL players are going to be called in.

 

[qwerty51]

Does it matter who exactly has been called to replace people, Or is it infuriating to those in any position that NRL players are going to be called in.

What on earth are you talking about? Just because you're an NRL signing doesn't mean you go ahead of anyone in selection - if you're not better. Vunivalu case in point. If any rugby player gets replaced in selection by an NRL signing that would be because they're a worse player.

 

[Marce]

Does it matter who exactly has been called to replace people, Or is it infuriating to those in any position that NRL players are going to be called in.

The wingers are the less paid in NRL and they can switch relatively quickly, so the back three are the most threatened

You can't guarante a spot in professional sport just for loyalty. In that case, many G&GR users deserve a chance too

 

[TryRugby]

nup, the year listed is the last year of their contract, after which they can leave.

Tupou is a big lose for the Reds

 

[TSR]

Yeah - he is. No doubt. Not just on the field, but off it.

But at least the decision has been made early and everyone can move on.

 

[Adam84]

Very disappointing as a Reds fan.

From a Wallaby perspective, not convinced it’s a good move for him. Rebels aren’t exactly know as taking established players to an even higher level. Not as the Brumbies are.

 

[SouthernX]

Very disappointing as a Reds fan.

From a Wallaby perspective, not convinced it’s a good move for him. Rebels aren’t exactly know as taking established players to an even higher level. Not as the Brumbies are.

what established player took their game to the next level after joining the brumbies?

 

[dillyboy]

what established player took their game to the next level after joining the brumbies?

Slipper?

 

[Sword of Justice]

Ben Mowen and Stephen Moore were legitimately established as super quality. Moore had played for the Wallabies already but took it another level higher.

 

[Adam84]

Out of the current squad; Slipper has improved from where he was at when he left the Reds, and Caderyn Neville is another example.
Trawl back through the past 20 years and there‘s a number of examples, this is a reflection of the culture and coaching over the years, more-so then Melbourne.

 

[SouthernX]

Gee I thought about Slipper but disagreed

he was a starter/captain up here but I’ve seen him come off the bench in some brumbies teams.

 

[Adam84]

I’d say using Slipper off the bench occasionally was far better management then the starter/captain pressure he was under at the Reds, it seemed to freshen him up for test matches and has extended his career by a few years IMO

 

[liquor box]

Out of the current squad; Slipper has improved from where he was at when he left the Reds

Could it be as simple as stopping his off field indiscretions leading to improved on field performances?

It is hard to coach someone who may participate in recreational activities that are detrimental to on field performances.

 

[Adam84]

Could it be as simple as stopping his off field indiscretions leading to improved on field performances?

It is hard to coach someone who may participate in recreational activities that are detrimental to on field performances.

I'm not sure it's a simple solution, but yes, the environment, culture, coaching, facilities, player buy-in etc are all a part of what improves a player and makes a club successful. Holistically, the Brumbies have a better reputation for player development than the Rebels in that regard.

 

[Ignoto]

Going to throw it out there, but I'd imagine getting through the grief and depression was a greater contributing factor to Slippers resurgence than anything else.

The Colombian rock candy probably didn't help

 

[Sir Charles]

Stilesy was a big part of Nellas development when he first arrived at the Reds so there is a connection there - having a familiar Hooker in Mafi helps as well, but I am guessing the pay packet was impressive enough to stop him from going overseas.