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Post by Deleted on Aug 4, 2022 9:37:06 GMT
Was talking about Sneyd and Croft. For those privileged to see Dai Watkins my view, probably now rosier than it should be, was that he could kick a ball twice as far as Sneyd, fantastic goal kicker and was faster and as tricky as Croft. Not as well organised as Croft but Croft does remind me of him. Thoughts? Hard to compare apples and eggs Dai was a terrific player and could kick very high and far though the 40/20 rule didn't apply and kicks seemed less stategic then than they appear now.
I won't have a bad word said against Dai of course but Croft doesn't remind me of him at all.
Like a lot of great players especially from Yawn he could be invisisble for 70 minutes and win a game in the last ten.
Croft's work rate and willingness to put himself at the forefront and in the midst of everything makes him quiet a different player.
Good question though, JJR.
From 1968 through to mid seventies we were watching some marvellous players with for me David Watkins being the king of them all. However the last few years have been as exciting due to Watto, Jacko and many others. I really do think that we should feast our eyes on our current group of management and players as the joy they are giving us is equal to anything I’ve ever watched at our great club. |
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SNEYD
Aug 4, 2022 9:37:29 GMT
Post by Deleted on Aug 4, 2022 9:37:29 GMT
Was talking about Sneyd and Croft. For those privileged to see Dai Watkins my view, probably now rosier than it should be, was that he could kick a ball twice as far as Sneyd, fantastic goal kicker and was faster and as tricky as Croft. Not as well organised as Croft but Croft does remind me of him. Thoughts? Hard to compare apples and eggs Dai was a terrific player and could kick very high and far though the 40/20 rule didn't apply and kicks seemed less stategic then than they appear now.
I won't have a bad word said against Dai of course but Croft doesn't remind me of him at all.
Like a lot of great players especially from Yawn he could be invisisble for 70 minutes and win a game in the last ten.
Croft's work rate and willingness to put himself at the forefront and in the midst of everything makes him quiet a different player.
Good question though, JJR.
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Post by red54 on Aug 4, 2022 10:57:58 GMT
My Son made this for my 60th, he contacted David because he knew he is my favourite player of all time, not only did the Great man sign it he returned it the next day by express delivery. it takes pride of place in my home and is the first thing I see when I get up and the last thing I see at night. |
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SNEYD
Aug 4, 2022 11:01:41 GMT
Post by russ on Aug 4, 2022 11:01:41 GMT
I admit I spent hours and hours copying his sidestep and had it pretty well down to a T. |
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SNEYD
Aug 4, 2022 12:54:46 GMT
Post by JJR on Aug 4, 2022 12:54:46 GMT
The one thing I remember about Watkins is his touch kicking. He could put it 50+ yards downfield with spin whereas most of todays kickers are happy with 20 yards; not sure why.
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SNEYD
Aug 4, 2022 14:25:41 GMT
Post by russ on Aug 4, 2022 14:25:41 GMT
Talking yesterday can only make us
Sneyd is looking tbe business at the moment
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SNEYD
Aug 4, 2022 16:35:04 GMT
Post by hillbillyred on Aug 4, 2022 16:35:04 GMT
"He could put it 50+ yards downfield with spin whereas most of todays kickers are happy with 20 yards"
Probably coaching: keep it high so it is not caught
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SNEYD
Aug 4, 2022 17:10:30 GMT
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Post by johnh1 on Aug 4, 2022 17:10:30 GMT
Yes. That kick to touch of his was a sight to behold. It sort of hugged the touchline before going over it on the way down. But a completely different player to Croft so hard to compare.
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SNEYD
Aug 4, 2022 18:08:44 GMT
Post by russ on Aug 4, 2022 18:08:44 GMT
Er Sneyd is looking tbe business at the moment why do you think that is ?
I feel like I've stumbled into the department of Archeology at Salford Uni
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SNEYD
Aug 4, 2022 18:46:42 GMT
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Post by hillbillyred on Aug 4, 2022 18:46:42 GMT
"department of Archeology at Salford Uni"
as a subject seriously under risk ... good
(ex BA Sheffield with Archaeology in the mix, if 1976
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SNEYD
Aug 4, 2022 21:20:43 GMT
Post by JJR on Aug 4, 2022 21:20:43 GMT
Actually a recent Vice Chancellor at Salford was an Archeologist
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SNEYD
Aug 15, 2022 13:41:44 GMT
Post by JJR on Aug 15, 2022 13:41:44 GMT
We have been v fortunate that Watson/ Blease developed a spine of
Lussick,/ Tomkins, Hastings, Lui, Evalds,
And now Rowley/ Blease have developed
Ackers, Sneyd, Croft, Brierley/ Sarginson
Both spines play in their own style, but which is the better of the two?
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SNEYD
Aug 15, 2022 15:25:55 GMT
Post by russ on Aug 15, 2022 15:25:55 GMT
We have been v fortunate that Watson/ Blease developed a spine of Lussick,/ Tomkins, Hastings, Lui, Evalds, And now Rowley/ Blease have developed Ackers, Sneyd, Croft, Brierley/ Sarginson Both spines play in their own style, but which is the better of the two? I felt/feel worried by both, I knew Watto ball wouldn't let me down though I was bored a bit at times but I have to say Rowleyball frightens me every match but it would have to be Rowley's spine everyday of the week!
Though this may also be coloured by the quality of the outside backs.
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SNEYD
Aug 21, 2022 6:42:35 GMT
Post by russ on Aug 21, 2022 6:42:35 GMT
I also thought this thread needed a revival as He done good and run strong and goes unsung far too often.
I think he's shaken the dust of humeberside off now!
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SNEYD
Aug 21, 2022 16:37:40 GMT
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Post by twistthemellonman on Aug 21, 2022 16:37:40 GMT
Has formed a superb partnership with Croft definitely didn’t trust him at first and over called so much but you can see now how fluid they are together
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