Player Addin Fonua-Blake

[The Warrior Waka]

I think it's now safe to say it's all SJ and Addin going head to head.

The alpha of the forwards vs the alpha of the backs? To much alpha not enough alphabet(Brains)

 

[BangBro's (still banging)]

The alpha of the forwards vs the alpha of the backs? To much alpha not enough alphabet(Brains)

I'm just glad Alpha big dawg (Mohawk) isn't coming in to sort them.

 

[Inruin]

I think the both of them should pack it in.

I'm of the view that AFB can still provide a big contribution to us so play on.

 

[Dantheman]

If what I'm hearing is correct these two may not take any part in the season going forward.

Which two? AFB and SJ?

 

[BangBro's (still banging)]

Which two? AFB and SJ?

Yes!

 

[The Warrior Waka]

I'm of the view that AFB can still provide a big contribution to us so play on.

Me too. But if those two are causing drama. For the sake of having a harmonious atmosphere at the club. I wouldn't mind if the club moved them both on(Rather keep addin tho lol)

 

[BangBro's (still banging)]

Me too. But if those two are causing drama. For the sake of having a harmonious atmosphere at the club. I wouldn't mind if the club moved them both on(Rather keep addin tho lol)

I'm more in line for this, there are others that would kill to play nrl! Let's get Zyon Maiu’u fit and firing.

 

[The Warrior Waka]

I'm more in line for this, there are others that would kill to play nrl! Let's get Zyon Maiu’u fit and firing.

Wish they could hash it out. We're a better team overall, If and when SJ gets to full fitness. And. Both are mentally switched on. If not, If it's unrepairable. Oh well. Later bo!

 

[CWC]

If what I'm hearing is correct these two may not take any part in the season going forward.

Which circle are you hearing from and spill the beans please!

 

[John Nick]

Wish they could hash it out. We're a better team overall, If and when SJ gets to full fitness. And. Both are mentally switched on. If not, If it's unrepairable. Oh well. Later bo!

Yeah mate. One rotten apple is bad enough but two...
Maybe we are reading too much into a pretty horrible performance.
Maybe one of those days.
Shit happens

 

[BangBro's (still banging)]

Which circle are you hearing from and spill the beans please!

No thank you.

 

[Kakarot]

Well,if no SJ then Addin is free to play without having the Princess disrupting him.

Muppets still calling him princess..

 

[Inruin]

Muppets still calling him princess..

My apologies. It was a bit flippant on my behalf and I will use 'Her Royal Highness' from now on

 

[Beastmode]

I’d be pretty angry if I was constantly expected to be the one doing all the hard yards on the field for these entitled backs, only to see them making weak tackles and dropping balls. Let’s see how long Ford can handle being a prop before he’s forced into early retirement.

I think Webby might be too clever for his own good suggesting traditional props like AFB can be replaced by players with a different body type. AFB probably isn’t happy with this idea of redefining what a prop should look like. At the Sharks, he’ll be with other big forwards, which might have been a big factor in his decision. Their pack is going to be massive, while we’ll be the smaller guys. Maybe this is one of the many reasons causing conflict at the club.

It’s understandable why AFB is frustrated. It shows that he cares, unlike those who are all smiles after a game, taking pictures and signing autographs. Even the press conference with Webby and Tohu seemed clueless. I would have preferred to see a more angry reaction, like Ricky Stuart, Geoff Toovey, or Bellamy style. Losing 66-6 definitely deserves that kind of response.

Instead of criticizing the big prop and his family (which is disrespectful), people should be looking elsewhere for the team’s issues. I believe he has been a valuable player for the club during his time here.

That’s the end of my rant.

 

[juju]

I’d be pretty angry if I was constantly expected to be the one doing all the hard yards on the field for these entitled backs, only to see them making weak tackles and dropping balls. Let’s see how long Ford can handle being a prop before he’s forced into early retirement.

I think Webby might be too clever for his own good by suggesting that traditional props like AFB can be replaced by players with a different body type. AFB probably isn’t happy with this idea of redefining what a prop should look like. At the Sharks, he’ll be with other big forwards, which might have been a big factor in his decision. Their pack is going to be massive, while we’ll be the smaller guys.

It’s understandable why AFB is frustrated. It shows that he cares, unlike those who are all smiles after a game, taking pictures and signing autographs. Even the press conference with Webby and Tohu seemed clueless. I would have preferred to see a more angry reaction, like Ricky Stuart, Geoff Toovey, or Bellamy. Losing 66-6 definitely deserves that kind of response.

Instead of criticizing the big prop and his family (which is disrespectful), people should be looking elsewhere for the team’s issues. I believe he has been a valuable player for the club during his time here.

That’s the end of my rant.

On the flip side the club made him one of the best paid players in game to fulfil that role and be a forward leader of the club.
I get what you are saying but it's not a very rosy scenario although not the sole issue.

 

[Beastmode]

On the flip side the club made him one of the best paid players in game to fulfil that role and be a forward leader of the club.
I get what you are saying but it's not a very rosy scenario although not the sole issue.

That’s debatable. He was already considered one of the best props in the league when he arrived. I think he would have been this at any other club had he not chosen us. Everyone was thrilled when he made the tough decision to move his family here. That’s a big sacrifice not many players are willing to make. He may not be the most grateful person around , but definitely deserves respect, which seems to be lacking in here.

 

[Rick O’Shay]

That’s debatable. He was already considered one of the best props in the league when he arrived. I think he would have been this at any other club had he not chosen us. Everyone was thrilled when he made the tough decision to move his family here. That’s a big sacrifice not many players are willing to make. He may not be the most grateful person around , but definitely deserves respect, which seems to be lacking in here.

Respect works both ways though.

 

[juju]

That’s debatable. He was already considered one of the best props in the league when he arrived. I think he would have been this at any other club had he not chosen us. Everyone was thrilled when he made the tough decision to move his family here. That’s a big sacrifice not many players are willing to make. He may not be the most grateful person around , but definitely deserves respect, which seems to be lacking in here.

The lack of respect is a result of the way he's been conducting himself.
He would honestly be a club icon if he committed fully.

 

[Beastmode]

Respect works both ways though.

Yes respect is a two way thing. And it’s an easy cop out argument because it then becomes who has the bigger ego and when two alphas walk into a pub..

How do you deal with strong personalities? I’m not sure criticising them is the answer but trying to find a middle ground. If he wants out. Let him go. No point beating a dead horse

 

[CWC]

TBH it's a bit of a low bar to call it a sacrifice to move family to Auckland for $1.2M a year with sponsors and bonuses on top.

He probably doesn't like the "sacrifice" thus leaking the bombshell request to the media early in the year so he can "not sacrifice" and still maintain that $1.2M cashflow while using other family member's health as the reason

If people were told at the start we will have these incidences, implosions and discussions by June we'd have pushed for a player swap or immediate release