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| Eddie has just done himself and the game proud during an hour on talksport with Keys and Gray
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| The only issue I've got is the constant need to find controversy in everything - to judge every call made by the officials down to the finest margins, without taking account of why they may have made the calls they did.
The Australians don't do this in their coverage. Sure, they'll pick up on real refereeing howlers, but they tend to spend the rest of the time talking the game up rather than looking for reasons to be hyper-critical of players and officials.
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| They're both cringe worthy and have a distinct lack of knowledge as to the rules of the games...or why teams are doing certain things, like a number of times a team will be winning by 6 with a couple of minutes left and they tap it instead of going for 2 Eddie starts screaming about it and asking why they aren't going for 2...when it's quite clear to all & sundry they're running the clock out.
Not to mention the constant bleating and favouritism from everyone Sky employ. The best person Sky had was John Davies during the world cup, an actual presenter who came across well and made the broadcast look professional.
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| Certainly an interesting article and one which has been written in a way to provoke people I think.
Whilst I do agree with some of the points made I have a feeling that Sky would be reluctant to change anything, we've had none stop publicity over the last 2 weeks about increases in audiences watching the SL and it's now Sky's 2nd most watched sport.
The increase would suggest, to Sky at least, that they're doing something right.
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| My main frustration with the Sky coverage, and this was especially the case on Saturday, that there are so many summarisers that they're all too busy trying to get a word in and the game ends up just going on in the background while Clarke/Cullen/McRae/Stevo debate a minor point from several minutes previously.
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| Quote: MrPhilb "Eddie has just done himself and the game proud during an hour on talksport with Keys and Gray'"
Good, but I'm sure doing yourself proud with those 2 paragons of virtue isn't exactly rocket science
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| What did he say?
I think the basic point of the article is true. Maybe keep Stevo for the Fulltime programme but try polish the match day a bit more. Tony Rea was easily the best analyser. I used to enjoy listening to him, as he actually pointed out important parts of the game that would just pass me by normally, I think I learned a lot from him.
Carney isn't bad though. At least he's played the 'modern' game so he knows what it's like out there.
When Eddie came out with the comment at the Salford v Cas game I couldn't believe it. "has he got that down? Or is it on the snow?" Really, Eddie?!
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| Quote: Gronk! " The best person Sky had was John Davies during the world cup, an actual presenter who came across well and made the broadcast look professional.'"
I agree. Had never heard of him before that but was really impressed - he was very professional, just what we lack and what we really need. I would be happy with him in the studio, bring over an Aussie commentator to just call the game and back them up with Carney and Wells.
Put Eddie and Stevo out to grass and send Clarke back to Wigan.
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| Quote: Industria Ditat "bring over an Aussie commentator to just call the game'"
Why - are they even better at commentating in the NRL?!
No need for an Aussie - there are plenty of British candidates who are well qualified to do the job.
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| I dont like the small studio that is built to cram them into. There must be a corporate box that they can use at most grounds they can present from
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| Quote: Steve-O "What did he say?
I think the basic point of the article is true. Maybe keep Stevo for the Fulltime programme but try polish the match day a bit more. Tony Rea was easily the best analyser. I used to enjoy listening to him, as he actually pointed out important parts of the game that would just pass me by normally, I think I learned a lot from him.
Carney isn't bad though. At least he's played the 'modern' game so he knows what it's like out there.
When Eddie came out with the comment at the Salford v Cas game I couldn't believe it. "has he got that down? Or is it on the snow?" Really, Eddie?!'"
This! Tony Rae was brilliant on Boots n All. Gave genuine insight into every clip. It felt like being in the video room with a coach after a game
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| Stevo should go immediately and Carney take his place .
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| Quote: bren2k "Quote: bren2k "bring over an Aussie commentator to just call the game'"
Why - are they even better at commentating in the NRL?!
No need for an Aussie - there are plenty of British candidates who are well qualified to do the job.'"
I would quite happily take a British one if they were good enough but I listen to plenty of commentators on TV and radio and can't think of one I like. I'm sure there are loads of rubbish commentators in Oz as well, but we may be able to find one that can call a game accurately with no favourites. Actually, I'd take one from anywhere if he can do that.
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| I just wanna see a some more non northern voices. There are far too many and would be good to see some balance brought in. Some eye candy women would be nice as well. Just get one from SSN already. They may not know the game inside out but they could do a job.
Eddy should not be presenter of Superleague, Boots n all and also commentator. Its mental.
RL should not be stereotyped as a northern sport but if you put on Sky Sports RL coverage you couldnt be blamed for thinking its just that.
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| Ch 9 commentators in Australia are getting nearly as bad TBH. Phil Gould can be hugely insightful, but also loves the sound of his own voice and if anything harps on about negatives too much. He and Ray Warren also seem to manufacture 'rows' at least once a game which they engage in whilst the game is still going.
FWIW I don't actually mind Stevo being a bit of a clown. Eddie needs to tone it right down and focus on commentating though. I would like to hear more non-northern accents as well, especially Carney, who I think is good value.
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