Musings re Tigers' current position
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Musings re Tigers' current position .
Yes you're probably right about Humphreys getting his chance just because of Burke's injury ! . The forward signings of Ayerza , Castro and Crane have proved to be excellent but there have been no quality signings of backs for years ( a fe w bad re-signings as well ! )
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In the interests of honesty and as one of those at wasps on Sunday that was one of the best performances from the side for ages and was actually a joy to watch.
Results and position aside how many games can you honestly say you have gone away from thinking that , not just over this season but the past two?
The forwards signing during the summer were excellent but the club was, and is, crying out for some creative backs (anyone remember Austins statement after the Premiership final defeat).
The signing of burke was an attrocious one from the start and plenty of people said that from the start not just in hindsight. The standard of our back play is only exceeded in a lack of creativity by that of England. For once I believed we have found a fly half in Humphreys who's last two performances have been awesome in every way - but who's betting he will be dropped for the return of AG who at least half the supporters dont rate!!!
I agree that we have won in spite of Pat Howard not because of him. His substitutions against Worcester were awful and we could have lost that game and its not the first time that things should have just been left.
I applaud the efforts of the players over the past four games and could not have wished for third place - but im not alone in thinking that its the Emperors clothes and something just isnt right. Before Sunday and Wasps had anyone else thought that the players werent enjoying themselves? ?
Results and position aside how many games can you honestly say you have gone away from thinking that , not just over this season but the past two?
The forwards signing during the summer were excellent but the club was, and is, crying out for some creative backs (anyone remember Austins statement after the Premiership final defeat).
The signing of burke was an attrocious one from the start and plenty of people said that from the start not just in hindsight. The standard of our back play is only exceeded in a lack of creativity by that of England. For once I believed we have found a fly half in Humphreys who's last two performances have been awesome in every way - but who's betting he will be dropped for the return of AG who at least half the supporters dont rate!!!
I agree that we have won in spite of Pat Howard not because of him. His substitutions against Worcester were awful and we could have lost that game and its not the first time that things should have just been left.
I applaud the efforts of the players over the past four games and could not have wished for third place - but im not alone in thinking that its the Emperors clothes and something just isnt right. Before Sunday and Wasps had anyone else thought that the players werent enjoying themselves? ?
Could not agree more.............ChrisNottm wrote: The forwards signing during the summer were excellent but the club was, and is, crying out for some creative backs (anyone remember Austins statement after the Premiership final defeat).
The signing of burke was an attrocious one from the start and plenty of people said that from the start not just in hindsight. The standard of our back play is only exceeded in a lack of creativity by that of England. For once I believed we have found a fly half in Humphreys who's last two performances have been awesome in every way - but who's betting he will be dropped for the return of AG who at least half the supporters dont rate!!!
I agree that we have won in spite of Pat Howard not because of him. His substitutions against Worcester were awful and we could have lost that game and its not the first time that things should have just been left.
i agree on this one - yes goode is a great kicker in both aspects (i dont mind him as a player), but Humphrey's has got the skills to finally add to our game that which has been lacking for the last coupla seasons - an exciting backline
at least give him a chance - did wonders for gloucester
im also very excited about the prospect of Jordan Crane - he should be a 1st choice back row man for us now
at least give him a chance - did wonders for gloucester
im also very excited about the prospect of Jordan Crane - he should be a 1st choice back row man for us now
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Bud wrote: ↑Mon Nov 27, 2006 1:45 pm The summer signings have been excellent. We really needed a number 8 to push Corry and to stand up during the international period, which we've now got with Jordan Crane. He really outclassed Dallaligo yesterday, with Pat even calling for England to be looking at him.
The international period has allowed players to stand up and be counted. It's clear now that Humphreys is now our clear second choice at flyhalf, and with some more time could even be pushing Goode. Crane, Abraham and Jennings could easily be our first choice backrow now, and it's going to be tough for the internationals to get back into the side.
Look at this international period compared to the last. Last year we lost at Worcester, Sale and Newcastle and this year we won three out of four, including beating Wasps away. This can only be a good thing for the team, showing our great strength in depth. I honestly believe that this year could be special for us. I think we've got the strongest pack in the GP and some exciting backs.
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Bye 'eck!!Dangerous4 wrote: ↑Tue Apr 02, 2019 8:04 pmBud wrote: ↑Mon Nov 27, 2006 1:45 pm The summer signings have been excellent. We really needed a number 8 to push Corry and to stand up during the international period, which we've now got with Jordan Crane. He really outclassed Dallaligo yesterday, with Pat even calling for England to be looking at him.
The international period has allowed players to stand up and be counted. It's clear now that Humphreys is now our clear second choice at flyhalf, and with some more time could even be pushing Goode. Crane, Abraham and Jennings could easily be our first choice backrow now, and it's going to be tough for the internationals to get back into the side.
Look at this international period compared to the last. Last year we lost at Worcester, Sale and Newcastle and this year we won three out of four, including beating Wasps away. This can only be a good thing for the team, showing our great strength in depth. I honestly believe that this year could be special for us. I think we've got the strongest pack in the GP and some exciting backs.
Oh how times have changed!
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Re: Musings re Tigers' current position
AUSTIN HEALEY: "The side who would benefit most from going down is Leicester - they need to reset because their culture is broken."
You can read the article here - https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union ... re-broken/ - I'm afraid I don't subscribe to the Torygraph!
You can read the article here - https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union ... re-broken/ - I'm afraid I don't subscribe to the Torygraph!
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He's right!
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strawclearer wrote: ↑Fri Apr 05, 2019 11:41 am AUSTIN HEALEY: "The side who would benefit most from going down is Leicester - they need to reset because their culture is broken."
You can read the article here - https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union ... re-broken/ - I'm afraid I don't subscribe to the Torygraph!
I really don't think he's right, but there again he could be
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He's biased, as nobody is going to ask him to be DOR. As the greatest ever England/Leicester player I have always found his ego to get in the way of sensible comment.
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He wants Tigers to be relegated to prove his point to the board.
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I would have thought the current position of the team in the league, with the relegation fight to come, will have been enough of a shock to everyone. They don't need relegation.
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Austin Healey is only saying what 90% of all Tigers supporters are saying !!!
Its 110% true, and no Club is too big .
Please you Happy Clappers, look at French Giants who have disappeared off the horizon.
Biarritz, Perpignan, Beziers ,Bourgoin, and others following the same path.
Rugby has become like Nancyball and the Tigers Board are still entrenched in their old mantra, a forgotten era..
A bit like Theresa May, some need to go. Fast.
Its 110% true, and no Club is too big .
Please you Happy Clappers, look at French Giants who have disappeared off the horizon.
Biarritz, Perpignan, Beziers ,Bourgoin, and others following the same path.
Rugby has become like Nancyball and the Tigers Board are still entrenched in their old mantra, a forgotten era..
A bit like Theresa May, some need to go. Fast.
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