Re: Transfers, rumours - version 701! : Fri Oct 08, 2010 5:49 am  

Wytchfynder General wrote:

Thats what I like to hear, fans with some optimism.

All those teams who finished above us this season, are more than capable of doing so again next year having in many instances, recruited strongly or having a crop of excellent youngsters coming through. Rovers will be much stronger and better coached, Bradford appear to putting a decent side together as well as recruiting a more than capable coach. Salford will be better for the crop of players coming in and if Camel lips stays at the Crusaders I don't expect them to take a backwards step, that leaves us scrapping with the likes of Quins, Cas, Le Cats (who I think are recruiting reasonably well) and the new franchise for the minor places. Unlike some on here I foresee no end to the persitent injuries, particular with a 34 yr old scrum half (who will continue to get injured) and who will recieve little or no help from his current halfback partner in optimising our attacking options, nor any direction from our inept coach.

I fully expect another slide in the wrong direction, a season of injuries, no success and another 2 1/2 year deal for Agar at the end of next year, and like many others will still buy my season pass for 2012 along with shirt etc. etc. etc.

Its all a bit like the blind leading the blind really, but that, as Wilf regularly says is what being a Hull FC fan is all about. We expect much and once every 20 years or so get something back in return - only another 15 years to wait, everything else in between is just window dressing.

I agree with most with most you have put, I however with the current team I think we will finish 8th at worst still, only Bradford could overtake us, thats more to do with the coach then their signings who I haven't been overly impressed with. Cas have made a couple of decent signings but still have a poor coach and average pack.

Salford won't finish above us, again don't think their signings have been that impressive, they will improve but wont challenge the 8 IMO, Same with Crusaders.

Never no about Catalans though.

Been positive I think we will get more games out of Long and Horne next season, especially together.

I have a real bad feeling though the club is going to panic and waste the last quota spot on a player like Phelps.

Again i would love to be proved wrong.

Re: Transfers, rumours - version 701! : Fri Oct 08, 2010 5:52 am  

The Dentist Wilf wrote:

You'll have to do better than that, we don't need your applause, poor trolling attempt, you have a vivid imagination, we are talking to several players, so you won't have to worry about blistering your hands clapping!

I'd love to know who as there seems to be a real lack of quality available.

Maybe the club can pull a "Dobson" out of the NRL lower leagues.

Re: Transfers, rumours - version 701! : Fri Oct 08, 2010 6:25 am  

Dave K. wrote:

Been positive I think we will get more games out of Long and Horne next season, especially together.

What gives you that idea? Both are a year older and have suffered with injury and illness which will be a toll on their bodies.

Going on form, I can't see them on the pitch together more then 10 times next year, which does concern me especially with Washy as the backup!

A club a great as ours, should be aiming higher then 8th.

Re: Transfers, rumours - version 701! : Fri Oct 08, 2010 6:33 am  

That's what annoys me the most people saying we should be in the 8 as if they are accepting mediocrity like the board

Re: Transfers, rumours - version 701! : Fri Oct 08, 2010 6:42 am  

The only thing Agar as up his sleeve is a snot rag that he is saving to cry into next season ha ha gud luck with the team you got for next season by the way................

Re: Transfers, rumours - version 701! : Fri Oct 08, 2010 6:47 am  

gingerspice wrote:

The only thing Agar as up his sleeve is a snot rag that he is saving to cry into next season ha ha gud luck with the team you got for next season by the way................

That'll tell us ranga!!

Re: Transfers, rumours - version 701! : Fri Oct 08, 2010 7:04 am  

Dave K. wrote: I'd love to know who as there seems to be a real lack of quality available. Maybe the club can pull a "Dobson" out of the NRL lower leagues. http://www.thisishullandeastriding.co.u ... ticle.html

Dave K. wrote: I'd love to know who as there seems to be a real lack of quality available. Maybe the club can pull a "Dobson" out of the NRL lower leagues. http://www.thisishullandeastriding.co.u ... ticle.html

Re: Transfers, rumours - version 701! : Fri Oct 08, 2010 7:10 am  

If agars only after a prop and half back then tansey has to stay at 1 and berro 9

Re: Transfers, rumours - version 701! : Fri Oct 08, 2010 7:44 am  

Sheldon wrote:

If agars only after a prop and half back then tansey has to stay at 1 and berro 9

If we want our wingers to receive plenty of good ball then Berrigan must play in the centres as the last couple of games this year showed.

Maybe Washy will be given a chance at hooker?

Re: Transfers, rumours - version 701! : Fri Oct 08, 2010 7:55 am  

knocker norton wrote:

If we want our wingers to receive plenty of good ball then Berrigan must play in the centres as the last couple of games this year showed.

Maybe Washy will be given a chance at hooker?

It goes without saying that approach would be my preference. (although ive now said it so it doesnt go without saying)