Re: Whitehaven (H) : Thu Feb 19, 2015 9:29 am  

From what we have been told it seems Addy, Davies and Blythe will definitely be out. It seems Lauaki will not be fit. I'm assuming there's a possibility all the other 26 might be available. So subject to bans :

Mullaney
Uaisele
Purtell
Baille
Shaw
Gaskell
Seijka
Sidlow
O'Brien
Clough
Olbison
Ferguson
Pitts

Tahraoui
Fleming
Conroy
Walshaw

Shaw is highly rated as a kicker so I'd start with him . I agree his defence as a winger was suspect at Headingley -- but he was facing Hall and Moon. I've chosen Conroy as he impresses me and I think he can be an emergency half back if needed.

Re: Whitehaven (H) : Thu Feb 19, 2015 9:32 am  

Bullnorthern wrote:

I agree his defence as a winger was suspect at Headingley -- but he was facing Hall and Moon.

I don't think it was so much his defence against opposite numbers that was questioned, but more his confidence under high kicks.

Re: Whitehaven (H) : Thu Feb 19, 2015 9:51 am  

Would seem a good game to bring Shaw in for, boost his confidence, let him kicks some goals etc

Re: Whitehaven (H) : Thu Feb 19, 2015 10:55 am  

roofaldo2 wrote:

According to the T&A, disciplinary charges are to be announced tomorrow

I've just looked and it says

the RFL have confirmed they are investigating numerous "off-field incidents" during Sunday's game and a number of on-field disciplinary charges are also expected today.

[Bullseye]

Re: Whitehaven (H) : Thu Feb 19, 2015 12:11 pm  

HamsterChops wrote:

I don't think it was so much his defence against opposite numbers that was questioned, but more his confidence under high kicks.

I agree. He just seemed to struggle under the high ball. At Cas he looked alright in the centres.

Re: Whitehaven (H) : Thu Feb 19, 2015 12:37 pm  

Has anybody heard Ferguson's name mentioned as available? I'd be happily surprised if he is.

I've hardly heard him mentioned all off-season, almost like they were avoiding talking about his back injury.

It would be a welcomed return for me as I rate him and think he could really stand out in the Championship.

Re: Whitehaven (H) : Thu Feb 19, 2015 12:51 pm  

Sensei-Bull wrote:

Has anybody heard Ferguson's name mentioned as available? I'd be happily surprised if he is.

I've hardly heard him mentioned all off-season, almost like they were avoiding talking about his back injury.

It would be a welcomed return for me as I rate him and think he could really stand out in the Championship.

Unfortunately, Ferguson is our O'Loughlin. Superb player when on the field, but spends more time in the treatment room than the physio.

Re: Whitehaven (H) : Thu Feb 19, 2015 12:53 pm  

Sensei-Bull wrote: Has anybody heard Ferguson's name mentioned as available? I'd be happily surprised if he is. I've hardly heard him mentioned all off-season, almost like they were avoiding talking about his back injury. It would be a welcomed return for me as I rate him and think he could really stand out in the Championship. Article from 15/1/15 http://www.thetelegraphandargus.co.uk/sport/11726055.Fit_again_Ferguson_eager_to_shake_off_nightmare_season_at_Bradford_Bulls/

Sensei-Bull wrote: Has anybody heard Ferguson's name mentioned as available? I'd be happily surprised if he is. I've hardly heard him mentioned all off-season, almost like they were avoiding talking about his back injury. It would be a welcomed return for me as I rate him and think he could really stand out in the Championship. Article from 15/1/15 http://www.thetelegraphandargus.co.uk/sport/11726055.Fit_again_Ferguson_eager_to_shake_off_nightmare_season_at_Bradford_Bulls/

Re: Whitehaven (H) : Thu Feb 19, 2015 1:07 pm  

Bullseye wrote:

I agree. He just seemed to struggle under the high ball. At Cas he looked alright in the centres.

It was the pressure from Hall Moon and Ablett - 2 internationals and a top class Aussie.One on one tackling did not seem to pose a problem.
I think this game against a team not expected to feature in the middle 8 is a perfect opportunity for his debut.

Re: Whitehaven (H) : Thu Feb 19, 2015 1:54 pm  

Nothus wrote: Article from 15/1/15 http://www.thetelegraphandargus.co.uk/sport/11726055.Fit_again_Ferguson_eager_to_shake_off_nightmare_season_at_Bradford_Bulls/ That's the problem, one month on when he was supposed to be fit to feature ina friendly, but no word. As I assume if he is now fit he'd certainly feature in the squad, that suggests he's had another setback. Anybody heard anything? If fully fit, he would surely be a stellar addition to any Championship squad, he's not a Championship level player.

Nothus wrote: Article from 15/1/15 http://www.thetelegraphandargus.co.uk/sport/11726055.Fit_again_Ferguson_eager_to_shake_off_nightmare_season_at_Bradford_Bulls/ That's the problem, one month on when he was supposed to be fit to feature ina friendly, but no word. As I assume if he is now fit he'd certainly feature in the squad, that suggests he's had another setback. Anybody heard anything? If fully fit, he would surely be a stellar addition to any Championship squad, he's not a Championship level player.