2024 Squad - Speculation Thread

[WFDom]

Anyone else hear the Hoiles mention the Lachie Swinton rumour?

That's twice I've heard it now!

I was hoping we would remain a grub free team

[WFDom]

What contract is Rahboni on? I feel like a lot of people are underrating him, he is very good and hope we keep him long term. Might have to play 6 though

He's either on or off Garry. Showing some major inconsistencies in his performances. Looked really hungry when the showed up, gone of the boil a bit.

If he's staying I hope Cron can help him with that

[andrewg]

It's that time of year.
Very interested to see who stays, who arrives and who goes.
I hope we get to see some more WF players in Club Rugby now.

[Burgs]

Priority Re-Signs-
Tom Robertson
Tom Horton
Ryan McCauley
Isi Niasarani
Menasa Mataele
Zach Kibirige

Important Re-Signs-
Charlie Hancock
Siosifa Amone
Jake Strachen

Probably Moving On?-
Santiago Medrano
Kane Koteka

The number of 2025 big name signings is encouraging.

Priority Release/Retire-
Michael Wells
Ian Prior

Given Circumstances Not Sad If They Pursue Alternatives-
Feleti Kaitu'u (IF Tom Horton signs and a second signing required. Feleti has lost something this year.)
Bryce Hegarty (A good journeyman, but getting old/fragile with cavalry coming. Stewart fills this role)

[boof1050]

Priority should be please no more journeyman! It’s killing the chances for the young fellas to get a chance. We’re far better than that.
So what is the general consensus on where we should be finishing next year being Crons second season and all?

[WFDom]

Any of the players let any gossip go at the ground last night?

Really hoping Burey gets a contract

Pasitoa, Donaldson & Burey would be a pretty impressive collection of squad 10's.

[WFDom]

So what is the general consensus on where we should be finishing next year being Crons second season and all?

Finals definitely. Top 6 should be the aim

[WFDom]

It's that time of year.
Very interested to see who stays, who arrives and who goes.
I hope we get to see some more WF players in Club Rugby now.

I think apart from the already known departures, the following will leave or be released

Hegarty
Medrano
Anstee
McCauley
Robertson (Henry)
Kibirige
Prior
Voyasco

Wells has to be relieved of the captaincy at the very least

Still waiting for Poolman to show us why he's had the bench all year

[Jules]

Hope not Anstee

[shasta]

Hope not Anstee

Yeah, I don't get that either. Listed as signed for 2024 and I see him as a priority keeper. Along with Fines his interchange was a big factor in turning the momentum last night. The Chiefs didn't take the foot off the throttle but our boys stretched their defence. Unfortunately our D still had too many turnstiles.

[WFDom]

Hope not Anstee

Me too Jules. He came when the chips were down. Rumours of 7's again for him.

But, when you take away his chance of Wallaby selection by sticking him on the pine for the majority of the year behind Wells & I'd be questioning what I've gotta do to get some decent minutes. Especially if Harris is getting signed.

[boof1050]

As for Swinton surely the unofficial no dick head rule comes into play?

[boof1050]

What’s the general thought on Donaldson coming over? I just don’t get it. He’s pretty much been ordinary in the Tahs and they’re constantly whinging about him!
IFL, White, Burey and Pasitoa behind a strong 6 & 8 will be much more dynamic.

[Burgs]

What’s the general thought on Donaldson coming over?

My take is that the Tahs basically have to let him go due to National contract status. Not sure if the Force have to accept him, but perhaps not many other starting options at the other three.
I'd be happier seeing him come over for #15, with Chase as a super sub.
Such a major blow to Pasitoa's pathway being injured this year, rarely gets mentioned in print and never in telecast.

[Burgs]

IFL, White, Burey and Pasitoa behind a strong 6 & 8 will be much more dynamic.

I can see parings of White/Pasitoa and IFL/(Burey/Donaldson) starting as best suits the opposition of the day, that is one player creative, one tradesman in each paring, but the +5 year future should be being built around IFL/Pasitoa contractually.