Re: Squad Numbers : Wed Dec 13, 2023 12:21 pm  

Phuzzy wrote:

I doubt many would argue that that isn't the strongest squad in Superleague. However I think talk of a clean sweep is a little premature. So much can happen regarding key injuries, new players bedding in and, in our case of course, the effects of the WCC. Not to mention that other teams could also improve. The possibilities are endless! That said, we go into this season as heavy favourites for a reason so a bit of pre season optimism is justified and good to see

2 years ago I predicted Saints were on the decline ageing players etc and we would win something,we did.
This year I predicted we could win the lot 2 out of 3 aint bad as the Legend sang.
Next year I think we could win the lot (I am a optimist) if not then we wont simple as that,If I believe in my team that I have supported over 50 yrs through the good times and bad that they are good and could win the lot then so be it I bloody well will.
Obviously it isnt directed at you Phuzzy just sometimes fans look for different ways to drag a team down and moan about something that may or not may happen. In my view we have a great team,we have a fantastic club,we have the best set up of any team/club in RL.I am so proud to support my home town club.
OK rant over.

Re: Squad Numbers : Wed Dec 13, 2023 1:00 pm  

Jason65 wrote:

Silver Package-£52,have the invoice Sergeant.

I'm still confused, have the ticket details been released as I can't see anywhere on Wigans site that lets you buy any tickets other than season tickets?

Re: Squad Numbers : Wed Dec 13, 2023 1:15 pm  

Jason65 wrote:

2 years ago I predicted Saints were on the decline ageing players etc and we would win something,we did.
This year I predicted we could win the lot 2 out of 3 aint bad as the Legend sang.
Next year I think we could win the lot (I am a optimist) if not then we wont simple as that,If I believe in my team that I have supported over 50 yrs through the good times and bad that they are good and could win the lot then so be it I bloody well will.
Obviously it isnt directed at you Phuzzy just sometimes fans look for different ways to drag a team down and moan about something that may or not may happen. In my view we have a great team,we have a fantastic club,we have the best set up of any team/club in RL.I am so proud to support my home town club.
OK rant over.

I wasn't having a pop Jason. I stand firmly in the same camp as your good self. I always get concerned when people start talking about clean sweeps and going the season unbeaten and all that though. Call me superstitious but it always seems to jinx things

I also said we'd win it last year and I think we will again.

Re: Squad Numbers : Wed Dec 13, 2023 1:17 pm  

WWste wrote:

This might just be the best Wigan squad on paper ive seen since I started watching. Which was the early 2000. I know we haven’t kicked off yet but the buzz about this squad including the young lads is great. Even though we won last year I was more excited for the coming season before this last season ended

The other one the comes to mind is 2011 and that shows that a squad on paper doesn't necessarily translate,

Gleeson left as the season started, Fielden basically never played, Madges announcement that he was leaving disrupted things.

They did win the cup, which seemed like the priority at the time. But a squad that looked like it could/should have won the lot crashed out of the playoffs with two losses to a saints team on the decline.

The level of competition then was a lot higher and I'm still excited about this team, it's just going back to back or winning doubles and trebles is pretty rare.

Re: Squad Numbers : Wed Dec 13, 2023 1:18 pm  

Warrior Winger wrote:

I'm still confused, have the ticket details been released as I can't see anywhere on Wigans site that lets you buy any tickets other than season tickets?

Try the corporation side pal

Re: Squad Numbers : Wed Dec 13, 2023 2:43 pm  

It says on the web site all silver/gold platinum sold out only South Stand Lounge left.

Re: Squad Numbers : Wed Dec 13, 2023 3:39 pm  

Jason65 wrote:

Try the corporation side pal

Ah right I see, how the other half live hey

Re: Squad Numbers : Wed Dec 13, 2023 4:06 pm  

Warrior Winger wrote:

Ah right I see, how the other half live hey

Stop it
Am from Platt bridge,what a wonderful environment-Woodcock Drive so may memories

Re: Squad Numbers : Wed Dec 13, 2023 5:28 pm  

Jason65 wrote:

Stop it
Am from Platt bridge,what a wonderful environment-Woodcock Drive so may memories

Fellow plat wazzer. Defo made it if your in corporate anywhere you go haha

Re: Squad Numbers : Wed Dec 13, 2023 8:16 pm  

sergeant pepper wrote:

Really interesting to see Mago in the 17 over Dupree. Looking at the preseason pics, Mago looks like he's in great shape. Maybe this will continue to encourage him.

I noticed that, looks like he’s lost some timber, the competition for places will hopefully spur everyone on to up their standards.