General Is the Metcalf experience to halves over?

[John Nick]

Not a metcalf fan. At 7 anyway. Drifts in and out of games to much. Erin had to yell at him vs Bronx one part there. As he was at the back unsure where he was supposed to be on a set play. Everyone was in their positions except him.
And it happens often.

In saying that, Would like to see him to stay with the club and own a position. Whether its FB, 6 or 7. Has obvious speed & talent.

Didn't we see the exact same thing with TMM at 6 outside SJ.
DH waiting for him to get in position to get the ball . Seemed to have lost interest.

 

[The Warrior Waka]

Didn't we see the exact same thing with TMM at 6 outside SJ.
DH waiting for him to get in position to get the ball . Seemed to have lost interest.

And hes paid the price. Stuck in NSW Cup or on the bench.

 

[MrFrankWhite]

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Behind a paywall unfortunately, but he’s a big fan of emulating celebrations that he sees in other sports

HYPE-MAN
Most former players will settle with a coaching gig post career, but Shaun Johnson might have just landed himself the role of hype man.
Young Warriors halfback Luke Metcalf channelled Shaun Johnson on Saturday as he iced a 50-metre penalty goal in golden point.
And Johnson, sporting a Warriors jersey in the stands at Mt Smart Stadium, was loving every bit of it.
Johnson was spotted whipping the crowd into a frenzy. But there is more to the moment than meets the eye.
Johnson actually wore a Broncos jersey to Mt Smart Stadium after losing a bet. He even pleaded with Warriors fans not to “bottle” him if they saw him in the enemy colours.
But his former side’s spirited performance forced Johnston to back out of the bet and he swapped the Broncos colours for a Warriors jumper.
While Metcalf’s form is sending Warriors fans into a frenzy on the field, Johnson has turned hype-man off it.
Metcalf and Johnson, the halves combination that no one saw coming in 2025, could steal the show again this week in Christchurch when the Warriors take on the Knights.

 

[Noitall]

Not a metcalf fan. At 7 anyway. Drifts in and out of games to much. Erin had to yell at him vs Bronx one part there. As he was at the back unsure where he was supposed to be on a set play. Everyone was in their positions except him.
And it happens often.

In saying that, Would like to see him to stay with the club and own a position. Whether its FB, 6 or 7. Has obvious speed & talent.

Good to know he’s not overly sensitive to cop serve with him saying Erin Clark buy of the season in his view after the game. Maybe Clark is a big on field influence with him coming through in the halves too?

 

[John Nick]

And hes paid the price. Stuck in NSW Cup or on the bench.

Yes

 

[The Warrior Waka]

Good to know he’s not overly sensitive to cop serve with him saying Erin Clark buy of the season in his view after the game. Maybe Clark is a big on field influence with him coming through in the halves too?

Yup, Mets took the growling on board & kept it moving. Didn't drop his lip.
Clark is a beast! Totally exceeding any expectations i had of him.

 

[Noitall]

Yup, Mets took the growling on board & kept it moving. Didn't drop his lip.
Clark is a beast! Totally exceeding any expectations i had of him.

Gives me the impression it’s going to take a while for Metcalf to gain the confidence to bark out orders to the team looking at the type of person he seems

 

[Inruin]

Gives me the impression it’s going to take a while for Metcalf to gain the confidence to bark out orders to the team looking at the type of person he seems

he has to do something. I'm worried about the organization and general play. Sparks of brilliance are holding peoples attention just enough currently

 

[The Warrior Waka]

Gives me the impression it’s going to take a while for Metcalf to gain the confidence to bark out orders to the team looking at the type of person he seems

Seems quiet & reserved by nature. He'll need to find his voice if he wants this team to respect him. He's our 7. And this is his team while he is the conductor of it

 

[John Nick]

Seems quiet & reserved by nature. He'll need to find his voice if he wants this team to respect him. He's our 7. And this is his team while he is the conductor of it

Seems quiet & reserved by nature. He'll need to find his voice if he wants this team to respect him. He's our 7. And this is his team while he is the conductor of it

Why would you want him to change to something that doesn't come naturally to him.
He's doing great at the moment

 

[CWC]

Imagine been promoted to a manager when there are more experienced employees around who can do better initially. Would probably take time to start barking orders, a couple of match winners will probably help with the confidence on top of repetition.

Is this still a 50 game and he will be fluent situation? 25-26 years old too so more mature than a 19-20 year old rookie

 

[Noitall]

‘Dame Time’: Warriors playmaker’s iconic golden point celebration catches NBA superstar’s eye

‘Dame Time’: Warriors playmaker’s iconic golden point celebration catches NBA superstar’s eye

www.foxsports.com.au

Here’s that story. Luke Metcalf made Damian Lillard’s instagram

 

[CWC]

‘Dame Time’: Warriors playmaker’s iconic golden point celebration catches NBA superstar’s eye

‘Dame Time’: Warriors playmaker’s iconic golden point celebration catches NBA superstar’s eye

www.foxsports.com.au

Here’s that story. Luke Metcalf made Damian Lillard’s instagram

Hey Luke I want John Cena you can’t see me next

 

[John Nick]

he has to do something. I'm worried about the organization and general play. Sparks of brilliance are holding peoples attention just enough currently

I would be more worried if your fanboy TMM was promoted as he is also a quiet on field type of guy .
Not knocking his ability just the reason to make the decision to change a pretty successful combination.
I have seen your dislike for Metcalf and can't understand why. Personally I prefer to support all of our guys.

 

[roguei]

I would be more worried if your fanboy TMM was promoted as he is also a quiet on field type of guy .
Not knocking his ability just the reason to make the decision to change a pretty successful combination.
I have seen your dislike for Metcalf and can't understand why. Personally I prefer to support all of our guys.

I don't think it's fair to say "personally I prefer to support all of our guys". Criticism does not equal dislike, and I think it's fair to be critical of players. And to blindly be for all players could stop some good ones getting into positions where they could be great ones.

I'm big on Metcalf myself but that means I'm less into getting byod or TMM in at the moment. That does not mean I'm not supportive of them when/if they play.

 

[John Nick]

I don't think it's fair to say "personally I prefer to support all of our guys". Criticism does not equal dislike, and I think it's fair to be critical of players. And to blindly be for all players could stop some good ones getting into positions where they could be great ones.

I'm big on Metcalf myself but that means I'm less into getting byod or TMM in at the moment. That does not mean I'm not supportive of them when/if they play.

You obviously haven't seen the criticism of Metcalf by Inruin and that's fine
TMM'S a good player also but not a good fit for the Warriors at this time.
I have never been fond of criticism of any of our guys and that will never change

 

[The Warrior Waka]

Why would you want him to change to something that doesn't come naturally to him.
He's doing great at the moment

A quiet half that doesn't bark orders to his team mates ? He is the general out there John. He needs direct this team around. Use his voice & his actions

 

[Inruin]

I don't think it's fair to say "personally I prefer to support all of our guys". Criticism does not equal dislike, and I think it's fair to be critical of players. And to blindly be for all players could stop some good ones getting into positions where they could be great ones.

I'm big on Metcalf myself but that means I'm less into getting byod or TMM in at the moment. That does not mean I'm not supportive of them when/if they play.

Exactly this and it's a league forum where people are allowed their opinions, ideas and thoughts.

I think you will find though that it's more about the unhealthy infatuation with me rather than anything else, some people just can't take a hint.

I would have thought that someone saying Metcalf isn't a 7 is fairly blunt criticism myself but apparently thats support according to them.

 

[run_it_str8_again]

We’re winning so he can stay

2/8 kicking is horrendous
The game shouldn’t have been that close nor should it have gone into overtime

His short ball to Leka which just wasn’t on because he literally drifted into him as Leka was running a straight line then passed it too late / on the line causing him to drop the ball. These are all learnings for the young jedi.. I still think if/when his stock rises he’ll be pulling the homesick card. Whether we like it or not, they all do, especially if it’s Manly, Roosters or one of the top clubs who come knocking with a good offer

Better get that premiership out of him then

 

[Beastmode]

HYPE-MAN
Most former players will settle with a coaching gig post career, but Shaun Johnson might have just landed himself the role of hype man.
Young Warriors halfback Luke Metcalf channelled Shaun Johnson on Saturday as he iced a 50-metre penalty goal in golden point.
And Johnson, sporting a Warriors jersey in the stands at Mt Smart Stadium, was loving every bit of it.
Johnson was spotted whipping the crowd into a frenzy. But there is more to the moment than meets the eye.
Johnson actually wore a Broncos jersey to Mt Smart Stadium after losing a bet. He even pleaded with Warriors fans not to “bottle” him if they saw him in the enemy colours.
But his former side’s spirited performance forced Johnston to back out of the bet and he swapped the Broncos colours for a Warriors jumper.
While Metcalf’s form is sending Warriors fans into a frenzy on the field, Johnson has turned hype-man off it.
Metcalf and Johnson, the halves combination that no one saw coming in 2025, could steal the show again this week in Christchurch when the Warriors take on the Knights.

It’s a pity we have Boyd and TMM behind the incumbents.

Would love to see a cameo /SOS call for SJ later in the season at home. It would kick up a huge amount of interest and I think he’s still got it.