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    When I was at the game, I think most of us were getting frustrated that once again, we absolutely dominate territory in the opposition red zone for the first 20 minutes and had nothing to show for it. But upon reflection, I think that period actually won us the game. We were running against the wind in the first half, so it was crucial to control the possession and starve Reynolds/Hunt of the ability to use it to their advantage. Not only did we do that, the Broncos were so knackered on defence that it completely knocked the rhythm out of their attack for the whole game. We made much better use of the wind advantage in the 2nd half/ET, putting us in the commanding position we were in to win that game (twice).

    We really did execute the perfect plan to ambush the broncos- bash them for 20-25 minutes and activate their idiot genes. The Hunt/Reynolds/Walsh brainfarts were no accident- they were the natural consequence of constant physical pressure from us having its desired effect.
     
    Bit late to the party, only just managed to catch the game due to service.

    I said a bunch last year that CHT will come into his own with another pre season under Webby. He's had shit coaches up until this point, and came back last year after the poem writing expedition. Hope he continues to grow in confidence and develop under Webby. Whether that's a half or another position who knows, he's someone you want to find a spot for in your 17 though.

    Not sure about the whole Leka should hold the starting spot going forward talk. No matter how special, you don't run a 19yo into the ground. NRL is a gruelling calender, his time will come and he'll continue to provide lethal impact off the bench for the time being until probably 2026 or if called upon due to injury.

    Ford had his detractors when that first teamlist came out. But he's doing and providing exactly what I said he would. You need someone who has the ability to play long minutes and get through all the donkey work. Great value for money.

    The attack is a funny one, because it's no different to last season really. We were the best or at worst top three team for getting down the field stats wise, but lost in the red zone. Is it an attack coach thing? Who knows, but striking similarities just for slightly different reasons. Difference is this year we are winning the ugly games that last year we lost, that galvanises a squad. Granted you don't want to do it all year or you'll burn out, so fingers crossed the attack clicks at some stage to take the pressure of the forwards who are grinding so hard.

    Hope we can finally knock off an ANZAC win this weekend. It's been an eternity at this point, we finally got one back in NZ last year and buffed it against our whipping boys the Titans. Let's not make that mistake in Chch, please.
     
    Inruin said:
    Have to agree to disagree. Seeing some individually good things every now and then. Not seeing something more each week myself. Our attack is genuinely poor particularly in the opposition 20. A half decent 7 would be excelling with the platform our forwards have been providing and field position. CHT is outperforming him which says a lot really, no disrespect to him. I genuinely hope Metcalf can be that guy but from what I see it's not going to happen in a hurry. With a bit of luck he gets to a level where we can bring in Cleary and Metcalf can play 6 as the experienced supporting half. As it stands though Luke Metcalf isnr the 7 we are looking for.
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    Yeah I can see where you’re coming from, and just like you I’m just a fan so really have limited knowledge to the whole picture, but watching the brief mention the Warriors got on the build up to the titans/raiders game, I get heartened when someone like Cooper Cronk says this guys going to become a great halfback for Warriors. Again, just an opinion but I hope he’s right
     
    Inruin said:
    I'm hoping he continues to develop and fill out. And he chooses to stay with us. I honestly don't think Metcalf is the answer at 7 but if him there for 2 more seasons allows Jett to get first grade ready then so be it. I'm really excited to see what Jett can do with an experienced pack including Laban, Leka, Demetric etc in season 2027 or 2028. He looks like an onfield general that we can build a team around. 30 years of waiting and a few false dawns in that time, I'm happy to wait another two or three. Genuinely excited for the future of the club which is a great place to be for a warriors fanbase.
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    Only thing I’m not in total agreement is Metcalf. He’s doing something a bit more each week to show me he’s becoming the game managing halfback, last night was the 40/20 which my heart was in my mouth for. Think there’s X factor in his speed and if or when he can put both together, he’s going to be a real threat. Jahrome Hughes is who he should be emulating most with his mix of running game and managing the game
     
    Jett is a fulltime athlete playing against his peers, and others who are younger than him, who are 99% amateurs. Yesterday's win, against a team who have won 1 game all season, will do wonders for his confidence but the recruitment team hopefully aren't pinning their hopes on him yet
     
    #robbiemears said:
    We have a gun halfback in the making in Jett Cleary. The club needs to lock him up long term. His running game over the past few weeks has been super impressive, but it's his organizing chops and goal kicking that really sets him apart. You can see the sway he has on that Jersey Flegg team. He gets the ball every time he wants it - never over-called - and invariably takes the right option. His natural charisma translates well in that team environment. As he fills out more, like his brother did, I really think he's going to become a top tier half.
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    I'm hoping he continues to develop and fill out. And he chooses to stay with us. I honestly don't think Metcalf is the answer at 7 but if him there for 2 more seasons allows Jett to get first grade ready then so be it. I'm really excited to see what Jett can do with an experienced pack including Laban, Leka, Demetric etc in season 2027 or 2028. He looks like an onfield general that we can build a team around. 30 years of waiting and a few false dawns in that time, I'm happy to wait another two or three. Genuinely excited for the future of the club which is a great place to be for a warriors fanbase.
     
    Wrighty said:
    Shout to Laban. He knew his role was to be a limited minute impact bench player and he certainly had an impact.
    There is something about the way he plays and his interviews that says he would do anything for the warriors jumper. He seems to burst with pride when talking about the Warriors and said he and his cohort stayed with the Warriors when wooed by other teams during Covid. He, Jacob Laban seems to have the most pride in the jersey I have ever seen from any warrior and you could see his attitude in his runs and hit ups last night.
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    What I’m liking about our current young crop, is just making it into the NRL isn’t enough…. the pride in the jersey and wanting to succeed is fantastic to see.
     
    wizard of Tauranga said:
    I’m going to give a big shout out to Barnett.

    Is he one of the best signing in Warriors history? A real Campion type competitiveness and hardness that rubs off on the team around him.

    Every week he brings the intensity and delivers. He never has a bad game.

    Will go down as a Warriors legend for me.
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    I also love his very considered post game chats. You just know he won’t put up with anything less than 100% from his guys. Natural Leader!
     
    Shout to Laban. He knew his role was to be a limited minute impact bench player and he certainly had an impact.
    There is something about the way he plays and his interviews that says he would do anything for the warriors jumper. He seems to burst with pride when talking about the Warriors and said he and his cohort stayed with the Warriors when wooed by other teams during Covid. He, Jacob Laban seems to have the most pride in the jersey I have ever seen from any warrior and you could see his attitude in his runs and hit ups last night.
     
    We have a gun halfback in the making in Jett Cleary. The club needs to lock him up long term. His running game over the past few weeks has been super impressive, but it's his organizing chops and goal kicking that really sets him apart. You can see the sway he has on that Jersey Flegg team. He gets the ball every time he wants it - never over-called - and invariably takes the right option. His natural charisma translates well in that team environment. As he fills out more, like his brother did, I really think he's going to become a top tier half.
     
    Was at the game live & it genuinely looked like we dominated for 80% of the game. Our intensity in defence was evident from the first tackle, and we handled the conditions very well.

    We’re dominating field position with meticulous accuracy, high completions & a game plan that’s working. I left the game bewildered how we’re sitting in 3rd, with the amount of experience we’re either missing, or lost in the last 6 months. If the dogs weren’t unbeaten, we’d be the story of 2025 imo. An entirely new back 3 and a brand new, untested halves pairing, and we’re in the top 4 - it’s honestly incredible.

    Penrose is officially a fortress again, and I’m sure the broncos are walking wounded after last nights efforts.

    I’m still not entirely sold on our halves & i do think a combo of Boyd & Metcalf is our strongest pair, with CHT coming off the bench and covering hooker/lock/backline, but until we start losing you can’t change anything!

    I do wonder how long until Leka has that starting jersey locked up. Personally, with fish out for the next while I’d move Niukore to a bench middle role & leka to start. He offers so much in attack & is a genuine threat on an edge. At times our halves have lacked punch on the edges & leka is a game breaking back rower, who is only going to get better.

    Charnze is under immense pressure for his position. Taine adds something to our shape that charnze does not; speed, agility evasiveness. Charnze is a great worker, punching out nrl leading run metres but can this be done in another position (wing/centre), the answer is yes.

    Vaimauga is our energy guy, this kid never backs down & is a genuine mongrel in the middle. I can see why this guy is locked up for the next 4 years. He’s going to become a real problem in the middle & is a warriors-of-old type intimidating middle, that runs hard, breaks tackles, offloads & takes on the best props in the nrl.

    We’re sitting 3rd & the best thing is, this team is not even close to hitting its potential. I genuinely believe we’re playing at approx 70% of our ability, and we’re winning games not based off talent, but off grit & fucking hard work. Not something normally associated with the warriors organisation.
     
    jonesy101 said:
    Funny how so many supporters of the losing team have a crack at the ref when they are on the wrong end of the scoreline, often with no real evidence.
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    I hope your including us in on that< Warrior fans are amongst the worst.....including this forum, we're shockers :D

    Tbh i saw a lot of 50/50 calls go our way last night......not that i mind,, we get the rough end enough.

    If we hadnt of won i was about to go ballistic over Metcalfs first droppie that got charged down? Butler called Hunt offside who continued to pressure Metcalf even after the call, he then called play on when we regained the ball......shouldve called it back for the penalty straight in front, game wouldve been over then......didnt want to make the controversial call, took the easy way.....weak refereeing.
     
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