Seems like that explanation is contrary to what was on Facebook last time it happened.  Would be good to have something official.   Might send an email and try and find out WTF is going on.  

First live game of the season for me, and I went not quite knowing what to expect. Knowing the type of players we had, I expected a really assured and expert game from the Bulls. Wow, that first half - one of the most inept performances I've seen in recent years. At 39 minutes I felt rather like I have in the past few seasons - totally uninspired. The Eagles forwards appeared much more enthusiastic, and were making massive gains towards our try line, mainly finishing therir sets well within our 20. On the other hand, our forwards struggled against their pack, and the finishing was - let's just say very poor.  The try on 40 minutes was a lifeline which lifted the crowd finally, so a good half time talk from Mr Laid-back was really needed to kick the team into action. 
And Nobby waved the hairdryer, clearly. This really is a team of two halves - how can they suddenly turn their performance around like they did ? Okay, the half time try might have deflated Sheff, but not enough to let Bulls totally dominate the 2nd half, which is what happened The 2nd half was good entertainment in my opinion, and just what the crowd needed. The run from Pele was worth the 20 quid entrance fee alone.
Credit to Eagles though, they kept on pushing us right to the final hooter. I'm not sure who was missing from their usual matchday squad, but they gave a good account of themselves in defeat. Interesting to see how we go against them in the league in a few weeks time.
Individuals who caught my eye : Okunbor, great runs out of the ruck; Lilley, masses of enthusiasm as usual; thought Mason had a good stint; Ronan Michael got through loads of work; negatives: Meadows, poor decision making, plays like an inferior Keyes; Hallas and his "enthusiasm" letting his temper getting the better of him - nothing changes; and the inevitable mistakes, penalties, etc when closing in on the opposition try line.
All told, an enjoyable afternoon in the sun. Just a pity the attendance was so poor. Oh, and Odsal looked glorious leaving out the red and white barrier tape drooped all over the steps, terracing, etc.  

I thought Sheffield came out like a team with nothing to lose and everything to gain attitude. They threw some good shape at us early on, playing care free Rugby, helped massively by us letting them start sets 30/40 metres up field every time. When we started keeping hold of the ball, looking more organised and making Sheffield came off their own line, it turned into a different game. 


I think Lingard will be filthy with those two 7 tackle sets Sheffield handed us. That allowed us to sneak a try just before HT and it turned into a different game. 


Judging by Nobles post match reaction, he was far from impressed with Hallas getting binned. Even though I thought Hallas did well coming off the bench, I expect Scurr will replace him for the Fax game. 

Does the bye system work the same as it does here in Aus? I.e. you automatically get 2 pts added to the ladder on your bye week?

I expect Scurr to come back in too.  Probably for Hallas.  

As for the bye-question Wigsy I have no idea.  I'd guess we don't get 2pts for the bye.   It's just a free week I think.  


Any news on Gill's injury?   If he's out then Armitage to left centre and Taufua back on the wing assuming he's served his ban?

Taufua didn't get a ban, just points on his record.

Taufuas out for 3 months with a hamstring injury

Ah bugger.  Right so if Gill's out then what are the options?  Not Bayley Liu to centre I hope. He was ruined there in that game at Hunslet.  It was like when Butler ended up there in that horrendous thrashing at Keighley a few years back.

We started the season short on backs and passed up the chance to sign Tindall.   Looks like a bad move.

Seeing a few comments on Facebook that the full western terrace will be open for remaining game. Common sense prevails. 

What's Jayden Myers up to? I know he can't get in the Wakefield team and has been on DR at Batley. It does state in this article that he would be available to join Bradford on loan should he not be selected for his parent club. I hope we are pursuing this option if we are light on numbers.

What's Jayden Myers up to? I know he can't get in the Wakefield team and has been on DR at Batley. It does state in this article that he would be available to join Bradford on loan should he not be selected for his parent club. I hope we are pursuing this option if we are light on numbers.

I don't think any of the academy backs are ready - George Raynor was closest, but he had an injury in an academy game a few weeks ago. 

It would seem to be Lui, or a loanee. Which isn't a great look for a squad/team our size. 

We do have first option on Myers, I'd forgotten about that.