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Post by hillbillyred on May 22, 2017 15:02:36 GMT
That conversion (  or not) |
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Post by gadger on May 22, 2017 17:04:57 GMT
I was studying this yesterday. Our players are very effective at getting numbers in the tackle and putting opponents on their backs. They also seem very astute and knowing just the precise moment to let their opponents regain their feet. (Without the ref blowing for a penalty) There will always be the odd one where players get tangled up but on the whole we've got a lot smarter at this. It was a wise move employing a former referee and i can only imagine that he studies each referee individually in detail and passes on invaluable information to the coaches and players. I know Wigan have been doing this for years, they have their players doing "wrestling sessions" where they practice putting the player on their back then retreating quickly. I didn't get to Newcastle this year and fancy it next but can anyone tell me if it's ok for families as I've heard some contrasting stories.. How old are your kids? I'd happily take my 6 year old lad with me next year, I think it's great for families, i believe there was a little bit of trouble but I didn't see any. I think there were activities for kids outside the ground, all the pubs I went in were very welcoming. I think it's great in Newcastle, just hope the rumour of a move to Coventry doesn't happen. |
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Post by kitch on May 23, 2017 17:05:09 GMT
5 games ban for Higson. Imagine if it had been one of our players with a clothesline like that. They'd have banned him till 2029.
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