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TRAINING: Thursday 8th September 2022

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6 minutes ago, YesitwasaWin4theAges said:

Did anyone notice if JVR was training with the group last week in the Thursday session?

Yes he was. Last week it was JVR, Joel Smith, Bedford & Dunstan.

A few weeks prior I went to a training session that Player Sponsors were invited to and he was training as were all the players selected as emergencies. I assume this is the case for every Captain's Run.

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    51 minutes ago, DeeMee said:

    At the risk of talking selections one would presume no JvR due to lack of crowding around him for congratulatory announcement.

    no unforced changes it seems from training run

    l have it on very good authority he isn't playing this week

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    5 minutes ago, Demonland said:

    Yes he was. Last week it was JVR, Joel Smith, Bedford & Dunstan.

    Going by that looks like a No Change. 

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    30 minutes ago, Gorgoroth said:

    I got a feeling JVR plays…

    Understand the theory of don’t let someone debut as sub during H&A.

    But for a final I think you can make an exception. Would still be a positive experience for JVR even if not activated. 
     

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    1 hour ago, WalkingCivilWar said:

    Also, Hunty came to the boundary to fetch a ball and I said, “heya Jayden!”

    He said, “hey, how're goin?” I said, “I’m good, how are you?” He said, “yeah, I’m alright” and now we’re best friends. In my head anyways. 
    I was standing with a lovely fellow DL-er at the time who can vouch for me that JH and I are now BFFs. 

    Say hello to BBO pls WC

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    4 minutes ago, Demons1858 said:

    l have it on very good authority he isn't playing this week

    Does that include not being sub? 
     

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    Just now, 1964_2 said:

    Understand the theory of don’t let someone debut as sub during H&A.

    But for a final I think you can make an exception. Would still be a positive experience for JVR even if not activated. 
     

    If there is a hint of rain they will go with a small.

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    Just now, 1964_2 said:

    Does that include not being sub? 
     

    Didn't ask that specifically ... am guessing we would have a small for sub though or Smith who can play any position on the field

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    2 hours ago, Demonland said:

    Lever was out on the field in full kit and marking and kicking the ball around and on the periphery of drills.

    TMac was not even out there.

    Goal kicking practice with Choco!?? (indoors!!)

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    5 minutes ago, Demon Dynasty said:

    Goal kicking practice with Choco!?? (indoors!!)

    Unless Choco can be in two places at once then no. Unless we are foxing and omitted certain players then we will line up either exactly the same or Bedford or Smith might come in for someone. We don't tend to be the foxing type. I'm betting No Change will be announced tonight.

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    11 minutes ago, Demonland said:

    Unless Choco can be in two places at once then no. Unless we are foxing and omitted certain players then we will line up either exactly the same or Bedford or Smith might come in for someone. We don't tend to be the foxing type. I'm betting No Change will be announced tonight.

    Yes just some 'If wishes were horses' nonsense from me Andy.

    Expecting T-Mac & JVR to go around again at Casey.  Not expecting much to happen on the changes front either although Bedford & Smith sounds interesting.

    Hopefully that doesn't mean Fritta is out.

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    Smith in for melksham is my guess as the only change.

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    25 minutes ago, YesitwasaWin4theAges said:

    If there is a hint of rain they will go with a small.

    Ah yes that makes sense.  Bedford?  Who goes out though?

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    1 hour ago, dees189227 said:

    How was max looking? He is a people person to so surely he was interacting with the fans

    Looked liked he was focused on the team to me, when out on the paddock. Encouraging and applauding, any players near him.

    I expect he will be focused, leading by example and ready to go.

    I didn't see him leave, but assume he would have signed and interacted with a few of our younger supporters, and got back in the rooms quickly. 

    Sharing some joy, but his role is to help get the best out of the players and himself.

     

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    41 minutes ago, Demon Dynasty said:

    Say hello to BBO pls WC

    You must’ve misread my post. I actually said I was with a lovely DL-er. Lovely.   LOVELY.   L.O.V.E.L.Y. 

    LOVELY!!!

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    1 hour ago, dees189227 said:

    How was max looking? He is a people person to so surely he was interacting with the fans

    He signed a few autographs by the fence but didn’t hang around for long. He looked like a man on a mission the whole time. He was defs in the zone. 

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    39 minutes ago, binman said:

    Smith in for melksham is my guess as the only change.

    I don’t think he will drop milkshake. 

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    I think the only likely change is Bedford for Spargo, if Spargo doesn't get the all clear.

    I understand he can play without a voice, but a specialist may deem it too dangerous if he cops another blow to the throat. Could cause serious long term damage to his vocal chords, which is obviously not something they will risk. 

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    3 minutes ago, Jaded No More said:

    I think the only likely change is Bedford for Spargo, if Spargo doesn't get the all clear.

    I understand he can play without a voice, but a specialist may deem it too dangerous if he cops another blow to the throat. Could cause serious long term damage to his vocal chords, which is obviously not something they will risk. 

    Especially given he does have a tendency to drop in tackles.

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    4 hours ago, Demon Jack said:

    Sausages in bread were outstanding.

    How about the person who served you?  Was he/she outstanding too? 😁

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    54 minutes ago, Gorgoroth said:

    I don’t think he will drop milkshake. 

    Agree. His month prior to last week will keep him safe. Plus he was part of a successful forward line against the lions R23. 
     

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    3 hours ago, Ben said:

    Particular shoutout to Gus, Mayzie, Fritta, Salo, Viney and Brown for being so generous with their time and signing and taking photos with the fans.

    You left out Melksy. He was one of the last to return to the rooms. No biggie, it’s just that *some on here are quick to sink the boots at any opportunity, so it’s cool to give him credit for this sort of thing. 
    *not referring to you, Ben. Totes referring to the perennial Melksy bashers. 🙄

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    Been reflecting on why there wasn't a 4th emergency training and goodys interview where he seemed to suggest tmac was a chance ie. 50/50 this week but even better next week or something similar ... putting two and two together l wonder whether tmac might be having a fitness test somewhere away from the media and onlookers

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    25 minutes ago, Demons1858 said:

    Been reflecting on why there wasn't a 4th emergency training and goodys interview where he seemed to suggest tmac was a chance ie. 50/50 this week but even better next week or something similar ... putting two and two together l wonder whether tmac might be having a fitness test somewhere away from the media and onlookers

    Surprised Bowey is not at least an emergency 

     

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    1 hour ago, WalkingCivilWar said:

    You must’ve misread my post. I actually said I was with a lovely DL-er. Lovely.   LOVELY.   L.O.V.E.L.Y. 

    LOVELY!!!

    I would be flummoxed if there's a Lander that doesn't think Uncle is loverly WCW.

    Although you being with him might explain all that BFFL nonsense with the boys as i'm betting there was probably some wiffy clarety coloured substance in your thermoses (note plural).

    Certainly nothing like the bogus labels plastered on the front of 'em which read "Uncle's Loverly Hot Chocolate" & "WCW's Deviled Coffee"

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