Wallabies 2023
- Thread starter RugbyReg
- Start date
The Ghost of Raelene
Andrew Slack (58)
First goal should be to ensure Rugby don't lose any kids in the Aus schools/18s U20s teams to League. I understand some of them are on contracts already but why aren't Rugby doing the same. Rugby should also be encroaching on the League nationals and getting in the ear of kids.
After that I may look at current NRL players, but I'd only look for ones that can fill a clear hole in the squad. We don't need 9 Wingers. Another preference would be that they are U25 so that they can develop and also be worth the $$ they are going to cost.
Qldtragic
Ted Fahey (11)
For mine it might be a massive call to upset the NSW Management Clan, but I would put Tate McDermott in the No 9 jersey then the Big C beside his name as well.
Has experienced captaincy
Is media savvy and likeable
Is the right age to fulfill the longevity into BIL and RWC 2027
PLUS he HATES losing and holds himself and others to high account.
Pone's Mullet
Alex Ross (28)
......and he doesn't seem to windup refs like Nick White can
The Ghost of Raelene
Andrew Slack (58)
As a Tahs fan I'm completely fine with this. Gordon is a great Super Rugby player but a clear 3rd in the current group and I wouldn't consider him any better than Lonergan either.
Members Section
John Thornett (49)
He's gotta be hands down the best 9 in the country 1st
Wallaby Man
Trevor Allan (34)
But he can’t kick and pass to international standard. Exceptional at everything else but he’s got the worst core skills of the 3 half backs. He’s young so can improve but currently a long way off taking Whites job. Eddie consistently ignored his English equivalent in Danny Care.
Ryan Longergan is closer to taking that 2nd spot than I think many realise.
Wilson
David Codey (61)
Hard disagree, I think Lonergan went set himself backwards during the Australia A games against Japan last year. He was pretty slow off the ruck base and his box kicks in particular were very inaccurate. I think Tuttle might even be ahead Lonergan for next year at this stage.
Qldtragic
Ted Fahey (11)
Why does a 9 have to be able to kick? The role is to serve the backline and bark at forwards. Occasionally keep the opposition guessing with a bit of running.
His pass is way better than Gordon, Lonergan and Tuttle (seeing his name came up). Maybe White may have a bit more power/strength in his pass but brings far too much excess baggage for mine.
Slim 293
Stirling Mortlock (74)
It doesn't matter anymore now that Rennie's gone, but Lonergan was the 4th halfback selected for the camp this month...
Slim 293
Stirling Mortlock (74)
Have you watched any rugby in the last twenty years?
It's an essential requirement for any international halfback...
The Ghost of Raelene
Andrew Slack (58)
How long is White signed for at the Brumbies? If he and Gordon decided to leave after the WC our depth at 9 is really bad unless I am missing anyone?
Who would the best Half Backs be U23?
Who would the best Half Backs be U23?
Derpus
George Gregan (70)
Aren't boxkicks statistically the most effective form of midfield kicking?
Slim 293
Stirling Mortlock (74)
White has signed until the end of this year so far...
TBH, I would be perfectly happy with White being captain and McDermott as one of the VC's in the squad.
Tomthumb
Colin Windon (37)
He was the only Wallaby to kick a 50/22 in the rugby championship, so to say he cant kick is an exaggeration. And I'd take Tate's pass over Gordon's every day of the week
McDermott's pass was clearly one of the biggest issues holding back his regular selection last season.
It is an area where Gordon is ahead.
Gordon certainly damaged his chances on that EOYT though with some pretty average play and some costly ill-discipline.
It's a bit of a blank slate now though with Jones coming in. I'd be highly surprised if White isn't still the clear first choice.
It is an area where Gordon is ahead.
Gordon certainly damaged his chances on that EOYT though with some pretty average play and some costly ill-discipline.
It's a bit of a blank slate now though with Jones coming in. I'd be highly surprised if White isn't still the clear first choice.
whitefalcon
Bob Loudon (25)
White needs to learn how to talk to refs first and stop being such a shit head.
He can be a shit head or be captain, not both
Proud Pig
Ted Thorn (20)
The number one skill for a 9 is his ability to pass strong and accurately from the ground.
Tate is the weakest passer out of the top 4 scrummies in the country (including Tuttle).
I like Tate at the end of a game where his darting from the base of the ruck can be useful but while his core skills are where they are he should never start for the wallabies.
If we want a 9 who is good in defense, quick to the ruck, a good ball runner but a weak passer and kicker of the ball then maybe we should have stuck with Nick Phipps.
Tate is the weakest passer out of the top 4 scrummies in the country (including Tuttle).
I like Tate at the end of a game where his darting from the base of the ruck can be useful but while his core skills are where they are he should never start for the wallabies.
If we want a 9 who is good in defense, quick to the ruck, a good ball runner but a weak passer and kicker of the ball then maybe we should have stuck with Nick Phipps.
Members Section
John Thornett (49)
Prob Isaac Fines but apparently doesn't want to be a wallaby a few have said. Kalani Thomas has looked okay & the Tahs seem to be fast tracking that young kid that went on the aus a tour to japan last yr (name has just escaped me)