I think Long and Horne did definitely add something that we've been missing. I've never been a big fan of Horne as a 6 as he doesn't seem that creative but I'd chose him over Washbrooke any day. The main problem is obviously lack of time playing together but I'd personally want a more creative 6 for next year.

thats my point...big wages, not many games....value for money??? dont think so.....

We looked more dangerous and as Paul said we got the ball out earlier and quicker, I have no doubts with 13 we would have won the game by a good 18 to 20 points but that sums up our season every game seems to be close.

Scored 2 great trys, long had a big say in both of them, with just basic scrum half play.

We play some great rugby when we spread it wide.

Also Long links very well with Tansey, so that should see us having better attacking options.

Whilst I dont think Long & Horne had stand out games against Leeds considering both were in their first games back after lengthy lay offs then in all fairness they didnt do badly considering we were down to 3 recognised props and 12 men for 70 minutes.

In fairness to Long he has missed alot of the season but a turned/twisted ankle and dislocated elbow could have happened to any player young or old. As for Horney well thats a tough one so far he seems to have struggled since it was known he had diabetes but he did start to show he was getting back to some form before injuring his knee/groin. After being out for so long and not knowing if he would ever play again i think has taken its toll on Horne.

As for Fitz the guy as has been mentioned before is a machine and has been a huge player for us this season and will be again next season. SL is getting tougher year on year and every team has their share of injuries we are no different, the difference is we dont seem to have the cover/adaptability available in certain areas as with other teams.

Agree with all of that. The ball definately got wider quicker and we played better rugby, with Tansey at fullback we shoudl be even more dangerous as he will link in a lot better than Hall did.