Official William Kennedy

[HaroldBishop]

He doesn't possess the elite physical attributes of many of the top fullbacks, so if he wants to hit that next level he needs to model himself off Gutho. Gutho is all heart and effort on the field and makes up for what he lacks in size and strength. I don't think Will has that desire and effort in him though.

I think that's a good call. Agree, not just anyone can do the one percenters that Gutho does, you really need to want it. Like you said, I don't think Will has that desire.

 

[Sparkles]

Kennedy came on leaps and bounds last year, and became an absolute lynch pin of our attack through those sweeping plays. He also defuses kicks as safely as Barba, which is amazing to have at the back. This year, he continued to do those things, but they had become expected of him, which is why I think a few of his flaws were noticed more.

He doesn't possess the elite physical attributes of many of the top fullbacks, so if he wants to hit that next level he needs to model himself off Gutho. Gutho is all heart and effort on the field and makes up for what he lacks in size and strength. I don't think Will has that desire and effort in him though.

Never know though, he apparently credited the competition from Tracey for Fullback in his big step up last year. Hopefully some real competition in Dykes will make it happen.

Yep, pretty fair assessment. I guess the question will be how far can you go without a top tier fullback and how long are you prepared to wait to see if he can become one.

I genuinely see signs that he's headed in the right direction, but mentally he's got to figure out how to play with injury.

 

[Proud Shark]

I think that's a good call. Agree, not just anyone can do the one percenters that Gutho does, you really need to want it. Like you said, I don't think Will has that desire.

The Cowboys game really highlighted this. The Dearden and Hiku efforts obviously, but the feldt try was very frustrating too. They were tackled on our our left edge, and the shift to the right was clear as day. He had time to get there to provide an extra man on the edge, Gutho, Teddy, Turbo get there easily, Will wasn't even in the frame. That's all desire to work hard for your mates.

I genuinely see signs that he's headed in the right direction, but mentally he's got to figure out how to play with injury.

I agree, even just overcoming fatigue. I think you can win a comp with a mid-teir fullback if the side around them is good enough. We probably need our 6,1 or 9 to take that next step though to get the team across the line.

 

[Super Impose]

When did he say that?

Around the time of his contract signing when Gus was trying to poach him ..

 

[Sparkles]

I agree, even just overcoming fatigue. I think you can win a comp with a mid-teir fullback if the side around them is good enough. We probably need our 6,1 or 9 to take that next step though to get the team across the line.

Reading Bort's 3-2-1 summary makes me think the pressure's all on Will then!

 

[Milkshark]

I want Will to succeed, but he doesn’t tackle or attempt to and is caught out in position every week. Same as last year.

I wouldn’t spend another year with him at fullback.

 

[MrDravid]

I want Will to succeed, but he doesn’t tackle or attempt to and is caught out in position every week. Same as last year.

I wouldn’t spend another year with him at fullback.

I remember a Warriors game where he attempted to tackle.

 

[Gumby]

Him and Graham need to go.

After another pre season Dykes has the chance to be our number 1 for 10 years. Needs to grab the opportunity

 

[The Punisher]

I remember a Warriors game where he attempted to tackle.

Only 1 on 1 he made all year

 

[Super Impose]

Hope Will watched Gutho tonight .

Dived for every loose ball , desperate last ditch defense , always following the ball and generally scrapped for every inch both with and without the ball ..

 

[HaroldBishop]

Hope Will watched Gutho tonight .

Dived for every loose ball , desperate last ditch defense , always following the ball and generally scrapped for every inch both with and without the ball ..

He also had an absolutely shocking miss that led to a try.

 

[Super Impose]

He also had an absolutely shocking miss that led to a try.

And saved multiple ..

 

[HaroldBishop]

And saved multiple ..

Not denying that but if Kennedy missed the same tackle Gutho missed he'd be up for life imprisonment

 

[Western Sharkie]

Not denying that but if Kennedy missed the same tackle Gutho missed he'd be up for life imprisonment

Nah.
Parole after 15

 

[Flanno]

His mrs is a stunner

 

[Flanno]

 

[Gards]

That photo is High Def AF - it's like they are popping out of my screen

 

[Gumby]

He’s punching big time

 

[Blix]

Must be better in the bed then he is on the field….

 

[Sevshark]

His mrs is a stunner

Damn! She's literally just had a baby as well.