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| Quote: Last Son of Wigan "Massive praise for these two, Manfredi not only looks comfortable at SL level but is already excelling (and I know I sound biased) but already one of the best wingers in SL, he doesn't have an apparent weakness in his game, always looks deadly, what a young talent to have.
And Gildart, taken the step up in his stride, looks already comfortable in the centres and will only improve with time, especially when he naturally bulks up as he ages.
With namely Williams and these two, we are not only developing top talent for our club, but for the future national side.
Keep up the good work!'"
Agreed.
Gildart has really impressed me over the last few weeks. He seems to be improving week on week which is great to see.
Really hope Hampshire can have a similar break through year next season. He'd be another attacking talent to go along side the three you've mentioned.
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| Quote: sergeant pepper "Agreed.
Gildart has really impressed me over the last few weeks. He seems to have improving week on week which is great to see.
Really hope Hampshire can have a similar break through year next season as he'd be another attacking talent to go along side theffects three you've mentioned.'"
All three are a breath of fresh air. I just hope we tie them down to decent deals so they're not swanning off to to Bondi Beach before [iwe're[/i ready.
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| Quote: CyberPieMan "All three are a breath of fresh air. I just hope we tie them down to decent deals so they're not swanning off to to Bondi Beach before [iwe're[/i ready.'"
And don't forget Bateman what a talent he is and still very young.
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| Quote: Ashton Bears "And don't forget Bateman what a talent he is and still very young.'"
Who's been fantastic all year. I would have had him in the dream team over Faz TBH.
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| I wasn't convinced about Bateman in the centres initially but I'd keep him there for the foreseeable now before transitioning him to LF as he bulks up a bit and Lockers is phased out. Best way to keep him, Joel and Faz on the pitch for 80 mins.
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| Quote: WARRIORCRAIG "I wasn't convinced about Bateman in the centres initially but I'd keep him there for the foreseeable now before transitioning him to LF as he bulks up a bit and Lockers is phased out. Best way to keep him, Joel and Faz on the pitch for 80 mins.'"
I think he's even better in the second row, but yes sacrificing a bit of his game to keep Farrell and Tomkins on the field alongside him is probably wise.
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| I honestly don't think Manfredi would look out of place at test level, the kid has it all. Charnley is lucky Burgess is going, because I don't think he'd get in the side if he wasn't.
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| Agree with the comments about these 2. Especially Manfredi. If ever a player gets a start for the final on merit its this mon.
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| I've just worked out that if we win, Gildart will be the youngest player to start in a Grand Final victory (Ward was a few months younger when be came off the bench for Leeds in 2012)
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| Huge, huge test for Gildart on Saturday coming up against Watkins. I'm pretty sure they will throw a lot at him.
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| Quote: LewCharnock "Huge, huge test for Gildart on Saturday coming up against Watkins. I'm pretty sure they will throw a lot at him.'"
It could be make or break for us that one. I feel the hype Watkins gets is a little OTT but I still rate him as the best centre in superleague.
If Gildart can break even in that battle we'll be in a solid place.
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| It's a big ask. He's shown he's not short on confidence or commitment. But he'll sure need his A game next weekend.
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| If Manfredi continues at the rate he is progressing he will become a superstar. Gildart still has a lot to learn but looks very comfortable in the first team. For those who think him too small to play in the centres I would say this; he will fill out as he gets older and as long as he retains and improves his technical abilities he will be fine. His leg driving speed in the tackle, even against larger opponents, is mighty impressive.
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| Manfredi's finishing in tight situations reminds me of Ryan Hall (although with a different technique). He's so strong and determined and he's going to get better and better.
Not many players make a mug of Ryan Hall in the air like he did for his try in the Grand Final.
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20333_1393344959.gif Current thoughts - Mago out or get running up them plantations, get fit or get rid.
Maybe a back up halfback, someone with a bit of experience on a short term deal.
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| Does anyone think Manfredi would make a great back up/impact hooker?
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