SBW still hasn't signed with Roosters - and there's no guarantee he will

[chook 56]

Filthyralph and John, we will spare you both seats for the SBW Express once it gets running and kicking ass!!

Hope it has air bags......this is going to be some wreck :/

[Guest]

Good post as usual mate.

From an fans point of view I get the feeling Uncle Nick is an oldskool handshake deal sorta bloke. The trouble with that sorta policy, as we found out with Waynekerr, is nowadays that sorta deal in a professional environment means very little.

I mention this cos it would appear that the decks have been cleared for $BW. Now what if, and I'm just speculating here, $BW hasn't actually signed just agreed to terms with the old handshake??? What if he changes his mind??? Where does that leave Easts having cleared a lot of talent for this one signing???

The worry for me, and I gather most Easts fans, is the about face like with Waynekerr. That farked us in the bunghole, and we are still feeling the reaming now coaching wise.

IF this supposed signing goes south Uncle Nick will come under a lot of pressure to retain his hold over Easts IMO. It would seem from what people say and what's said in the media that Nick is the driving force behind the bigger decisions at the club. If his way of doing business hurts again surely it would be time for him to accept responsibility and move aside.

That all said maybe it's signed and sealed, maybe they are waiting for the right time to reveal all. This I hope at least.

This is pure speculation on my part from rumors and what I've been told from those who have some level of knowledge about the workings of the club. I am a mere fan after all, as Fredo would say.

From an outsiders view, it also appears that Smith is dead man walking. In order to capitalise on SBW's sojourn, the Roosters will need more than just Maloney to support SBW. Would they risk a first year coach to run the ship? I know I wouldn't.

[The Rooster Oracle]

Thanks but security wouldnt let me on!

Security will allow you on once you have tried the sweetest tasting humble pie you have ever tasted!

[The Rooster Oracle]

Hope it has air bags......this is going to be some wreck :/

No need for air bags with this express! Enjoy the up coming ride mate, there will be plenty of thrills!

[The Rooster Oracle]

From an outsiders view, it also appears that Smith is dead man walking. In order to capitalise on SBW's sojourn, the Roosters will need more than just Maloney to support SBW. Would they risk a first year coach to run the ship? I know I wouldn't.

Exactly right, SBW's time with us would be wasted with Smiffy at the helm!! You certainly can afford to have a first year coach when it is someone the caliber of Bellamy! SBW is a lot more likely to stay for longer as well with a guy like Bellamy in charge as opposed to a coach like Smiffy!!

[Guest]

Exactly right, SBW's time with us would be wasted with Smiffy at the helm!! You certainly can afford to have a first year coach when it is someone the caliber of Bellamy! SBW is a lot more likely to stay for longer as well with a guy like Bellamy in charge as opposed to a coach like Smiffy!!

First year coach, that is someone who hasn't coached at NRL Level before. Bellamy, would be the type of coach to get the value out of him. It has become Apparent that the coaches are now the difference between the teams considering how the salary cap has reduced teams to the lowest common denominator.

[Guest]

Every time I read about this person, I get angrier and angrier.

Its amazing how many SBW threads I have read on this forum over the past 2 years. Just look at the first page of Roosters Discussion!

Step right up, step right up.... The Circus has definitely ARRIVED!!

[SConcierge]

We have kept all the players we've wanted to keep on after this year though.

I agree I do think we have kept everyone we wanted, we have moga that is coming through RTS.. the cenres are set we are prob short a winger.

[Guest]

Its amazing how many SBW threads I have read on this forum over the past 2 years. Just look at the first page of Roosters Discussion!

Step right up, step right up.... The Circus has definitely ARRIVED!!

I was saying the same thing to 13 today the moderator should have a good look a himself lol we should start a campaign to bring Norm back the old moderator from the Wall.

[Guest]

Security will allow you on once you have tried the sweetest tasting humble pie you have ever tasted!

I appreciate the offer of the pie but let me save it for you throw in the face of that deserter. You will have PLENTY of opportunities so dont hold back ok!

[Guest]

Hard to stay sane, whilst following a footy team without a sense of humour.

You can't giggle at the towheads twins Tolman and Graham?

Or laugh at the F.R.O.T. Kris Keating?'

[Guest]

First year coach, that is someone who hasn't coached at NRL Level before. Bellamy, would be the type of coach to get the value out of him. It has become Apparent that the coaches are now the difference between the teams considering how the salary cap has reduced teams to the lowest common denominator.

I like the cap, I dont know if it reduces teams to the lowest denominator. To me it's more not allowing the Broncos Dogs Roosters & St George to have power teams year after year like in the EPL.

But I totally agree about the coaches in the sense that they are a massive part of the whole set up of an NRL franchise. Because the NRL has only been full time professional for what 15 years, being a full time coach is still a reasonably new role, there is a few of the 16 FG coaches who have advanced more than others.

With there role being full time they (the good ones) ananlyse the game like a professor analysis his specialty. I think Bellamy dedicates more time to football than anyone else in regards to analysing the game. The way the game is played by 14 of the 16 teams today is based on Bellamy's model, the Dogs are the exception & thats because they have Hasler who IMO puts in like Bellamy does.

Bennett no matter what anyone says knows how to coach. So for me they are the top 3 closely followed by Anthony Griffin & IMO Ivan Cleary. It's hard to judge whether Shane Flannagan is a top coach or not having Carney in your side can have any coach looking good. I actually think all the good smart coaches need good players to get the results but it's Bellamy & Hasler that can get the best out of what others think are ordinary players, continually.

[Guest]

I was saying the same thing to 13 today the moderator should have a good look a himself lol we should start a campaign to bring Norm back the old moderator from the Wall.

Old wall mods have no place on this forum. The dictatorship has ended. Lets keep it enjoyable ok!

[Guest]

It would appear the Roosters are clearing the decks for someone exceptional, otherwise how do you explain the stream of exits and few incoming reinforcements. Recruiting for next year is pretty much complete, theres only the odd journeyman or disgruntled NSW Cup player still on the market. There are a couple of issues with this

Firstly, will the person, player or coach, have the personnel around them to help carry the burden of the expectations? Secondly, if that person doesn't join, then that leaves the Roosters in a very bad state. One which may take years to recover, as rebuilding a squad is not an easy task to do quickly.

In other words folks, I hope the Roosters get their man or have their man already otherwise, they're in a world of pain.

And thats a very good post.

[Guest]

Old wall mods have no place on this forum. The dictatorship has ended. Lets keep it enjoyable ok!

Where is your old mate The General these days?