Thornley wouldn't lose out for me he's been solid I'd like to see-

1. McNally
2. Madden
3. Littler
4. Gardner
5. Pownhall
6. Riddy
7. Brierley
8. Ostick
9. Beswick
10. Parker
11. Finnigan
12. Goulden
13. Hopkins

14. Penky
15. Spencer
16. Thornley
17. Taylor/Higson

It would be a close call between Penky & Nico Penkys form has,nt been good but he's a big game player Nico on the other hand is in great form whenever he gets on and speeds the game up which in the heat on Sat in the stadium which could go up to the high 30s with the temp outside in the high 20;s could be the difference in playing Nico and possibly a full time Taylor

Well I have heard our lads are on a big bonus should they win on Saturday.

We have all seen the team spirit in our side and I am sure that bonus will be shared between all squad members whoever is selected.

Imo we are a club going in the right direction.

The nucleus of the team has already been signed for next season and from what I hear we will have a massive pack.

Its a forum where RL is discussed and you won't agree with everything that's posted.
You could put things forward that offers a different viewpoint or opinion to mine like Frank, Charlie and others have done but throwing insults is a bit silly don't you think.

As it goes I've been to every home game this season, and several away games....and I tend to agree with Jenky!!

I have no problem what so ever with Spencer being selected....lets be honest, the lad has already played more games for us than he'll ever play for W*gan, and is a Leyther in all but name (and lets hope - as they don't seem to rate him, that we get him signed up for next season!), but IMHO the potential inclusion of Taylor sends out the wrong message. He won't be there to plug an injury crisis gap, but will prevent a contracted Leigh player from playing in a final.....not what, we are always told, the DR system is about!!

If I was young Duffy, I'd be gutted if I was dropped from the final 17 to accomodate someone 'parachuted in' for one game!!

I wont let it spoil my enjoyment of the final if it happens, but feel the point needs to be made.

That said, if it does happen, lets hope that this might provide the spur to young Ryan to go 'hell for leather' in the close season, and work on the fitness which is still the question mark hanging over his game.....and come back next season determined to be our first choice front rower, and show everyone he is the player we all believe he can be!!

That said, if it does happen, lets hope that this might provide the spur to young Ryan to go 'hell for leather' in the close season, and work on the fitness which is still the question mark hanging over his game.....and come back next season determined to be our first choice front rower, and show everyone he is the player we all believe he can be!!'"

Same here

Charlie agrees with everything in this post

,as you say its very tough on Duffy , if hes not selected to play , and in his position I would be devastated , BUT again as you state it WILL inspire to get 100% fit for the coming games ,and next season move up a notch to try tp prove to Paul R he is worth a place in the starting 17 , its all about 1 game on Saturday , and for me , a choice between a Full time experienced player in Scott Taylor or part time Ryan Duffy , id go for Taylor EVERY TIME , no doubt .

Can't argue with any of this VL.

However, in Ryan's defence, I believe he did shed loads of weight in the close season, after signing for us. (Didn't Barrow have problems finding a shirt to fit him?!) Granted, he possibly still has some way to go - if he does miss out, there's always this season's GF to aim for!

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Can't argue with any of this VL.

However, in Ryan's defence, I believe he did shed loads of weight in the close season, after signing for us. (Didn't Barrow have problems finding a shirt to fit him?!) Granted, he possibly still has some way to go -=#FF0000:16nzh2px if he does miss out, there's always this season's GF to aim for!

Exactly

Duffy playing tonight

I commented on your comparison and the timing of it, as you say it's. a LRL forum. I also find a post that says all right young Taylor, I know you bust a gut v Feath to get us here but I don't want you playing for us in a final if selected
I stand by my comment and respect your reply

IMO it is the correct decision to play Taylor. I went to Fev, something I rarely do due to our embarrassing performances I've seen there in the past! When the team was read out I felt cheated a couple of players missing I thought we will slaughtered as usual! Wrong ! what a performance, for those who didn't see it, Taylor was awesome I'd never seen or heard of him before and whilst it was no one man performance, he was a major reason we won the tie! Play him Paul!

Can't argue with any of this VL.

However, in Ryan's defence, I believe he did shed loads of weight in the close season, after signing for us. (Didn't Barrow have problems finding a shirt to fit him?!) Granted, he possibly still has some way to go - if he does miss out, there's always this season's GF to aim for!'"

I am sorry Ryan isn't playing but for all the reasons posted Taylor is the best choice. Ryan has plenty more finals in him.

AJ made three try and looked very quick off the mark, something we need, I say move stu to second row over next couple of months and slot AJ in at centre

No Nico hey.
Mixed feelings on that one but like I said,
I'm 100% behind what PR puts on the sheet.

And drop who ? Aspinwall is now back in full training and will be in contention for the Hunslet game.

I thought AJ had a good game tonight and our under 20's play attractive stuff. I think score was 40-6.

Think PR will play our strongest 17 for the rest of the season and he knows who they are too imo.

It's good to see Briscoe back playing again we've got some good options for a change. BTW I think Bate will be 18th man due to Thornley's form & experience in finals IMO.

So - did he miss the bus??

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I think it more likely he was not allowed to play because the Pies are away at Saints on Monday.

And, if that is the case, all the more reason why the DR's (with the exception of SpennertheLeyther) should only be used in a crisis - not selected in favour of a contracted Leigh player!!

And wasn't it good to see young Anthony Bate 'get the nod' and repay his coach's faith with a try and excellent performance on the 'big stage'?

Yes completely agree Alan.

No, he's in the 19 for Monday night!

So, either my info was wrong, which I doubt, as it came from someone in a position of authority, or Wigan went back on their word.....

As in "we'll always send a strong squad for the pre season friendly" type of promise