I thought Makinson was outstanding again last night and more than held his own against arguably one of the top 3 wingers in the world. This kid has so much potential, yes he will make the odd mistake but nobody is perfect and the good things he does far outweigh the odd negative. Heard this morning his injury isn't as bad as first feared so hopefully he is back soon.

Lots of people - last season anyway - enjoyed seeing local lads given a chance and IMO that was one reason why we had our biggest turnout at a GF in years. I know a lot of people who really got a buzz from supporting a team made up of so many St Helens born and/or raised (rugby league wise) players.

It does give you a buzz especially when you've seen them play for liked of brook and progress to the first team but you've got to be lucky to produce a teal of local talent.

We've had tyrer as the next Jamie Lyon, ashurst/Dixon as the next joynt etc

Wellens, roby,lomax,clough. 4 players who have come through the system and can be said to have made it. We can then add maybe 10 more potential players, but again we will be lucky if one or two actually make it.

1 every other year would be a great result