That game of all games defined our identity.
Barnett said as much in the post game. We have discovered what Warrior really is and who you need to be to wear the badge.
I said before the game defence wins championships. Sure our first half attack was the best I’ve seen in 2 years - but our defence, our grit, our hunger and our never give up attitude won us that game. This team IS special.
The Cows will be in the mix in the playoffs - they are a bloody good team. That was worthy of a prelim that game. Fast furious ferocious. Our team worked their asses off and defended like men possessed. Remember this is a full strength cows team. We not only had theee big outs but we had several wounded in game. Luke’s tackle will get all the plaudits. But
Capewell almost pulled off another in the corner and he’s playing the best footie of his career.
We are now seeing the value of
Capewah.
Many teams would have folded under that onslaught by the Cows. They had all the luck, several good calls and they played at playoff intensity. How we wrestled back some control with 17 minutes to go after those three tries was immense.
Well played Webby and coaching staff. They rolled the dice and got an 11 with Healy.
Almost all our players had good games.
TT needs to flush the dunny in his second half performance - he just got smoked and his size doesn’t help. He’s a 6 really. Not a winger. Great cover but I’m looking forward to having
DWZ And
RTS back on deck.
Same for
Bunty. Great servant but can’t wait to see
JFH back on deck.
Overall I’m delighted to win that game.
In the context of our season, it rights the wrongs of Vegas on the big stage. It is an early taste of what it takes to win in big games and finals pressure. That second half performance and the adversity we handled will be one of our best teachers. Coupled with Broncos Tigers and Cows we are now winning the close games.
Team, we are a real shout this year. That premiership window is starting to crack open.
Assuming we get a few troops back next week, Dragons, Dolphins and Bunnies are there for the taking before we get to avenge the Raiders at home.
Dare to dream. This team is going places.
