3 - Boogs: Ran the ball with determination. Hopefully this added pressure of having JSL and Paulo breathing down his neck will be enough for consistent performances from
Boogs this year. A beast when he fires.
2 - Chad: Looked good out there. One to watch this year. Strong defensive reads, looks good in attack, great positional play. A kick or two didn't reach the mark however I've got no doubt he's in for a big year.
3 - Maloney: A little quiet tonight for a man of his stature but I can't express how good it is to have reliable halves that can kick. Forced the repeat sets a couple times with well placed kicks. His leadership attribute and experience is second to none.
Special Mentions:
Bird: Looks good with the ball in his hands, looks fit and knows how to get over the try line. Needs the ball in his hands more.
Barba: Could have injected himself into the game more. I don't want to spark up the 'Can he play 80 debate' however, he was caught grasping for air a couple times. Showed safe hands and his support play was good. Did nothing wrong and will only get better.
A. Fifs: Discipline improved slightly with less silly errors. Ran straight and hard and was a menace to tackle. Those tackle busts and line breaks will be damaging this year with the backs we have.
