NEWS Walters Steps Down

[jarro65]

Boyd doesn’t deserve to play origin with his form lately.

No he doesn't, but current form hasn't always been a factor in previous Origin selections.

 

[winslow_wong]

No he doesn't, but current form hasn't always been a factor in previous Origin selections.

I think Walters would be more likely to select players based on form and positions. If slater is picked for fullback I can't see where Boyd fits into the team.

 

[Foordy]

I think Walters would be more likely to select players based on form and positions. If slater is picked for fullback I can't see where Boyd fits into the team.

how about the position where he has scored a record number of origin tries

 

[Nashy]

how about the position where he has scored a record number of origin tries

Wingers need to be able to run.

 

[winslow_wong]

how about the position where he has scored a record number of origin tries

Considering he dropped Oates for holmes last year because he wanted a specialist winger I don't think he'll risk putting an injured fullback who doesn't jump or run fast on the wing this year.

 

[Jason Simmons]

Plus Walters has the experience that he went with ‘tried and tested’ in game one last year and look how that turned out for us?

 

[Alec]

Nothing wrong with tried and tested, it's only bad if the players are either way over the hill or playing injured.

 

[jarro65]

Personally, i think Walters might take a huge leap and blood a few more 'new' players this year.

Boyd might very well be dropped as part of a new look side, regardless of his form.

 

[Stix]

Considering he dropped Oates for holmes last year because he wanted a specialist winger I don't think he'll risk putting an injured fullback who doesn't jump or run fast on the wing this year.

He's mad if he doesn't pick Oates over Holmes. Need a big body bringing the ball out. His meters are a must for origin.

 

[winslow_wong]

He's mad if he doesn't pick Oates over Holmes. Need a big body bringing the ball out. His meters are a must for origin.

If Oates can stay injury free and apply himself well up until origin I'm sure he's right in the mix

 

[Wild Horse]

Bellamy has stated several times that this will be his last contract and he plans to retire from coaching at the completion of it

What a pussy... to scared to coach without the worlds best players.

 

[theshed]

What a pussy... to scared to coach without the worlds best players.

The Mal Maninga approach to coaching.

 

[CaptainHook]

Bellamy has been saying for years the next contract will be his last one. Just add another zero to the end his contract figure.

I'd rather bring in Bellamy or someone new next time around. Not a huge fan of the 'bring in an assistant to train up' succession plan nonsense.

 

[Smokin' Joe]

I would never publicly admit this because it's like saying you don't mind Manly or Man U but I liked that Redcliffe side. Roberts, Perry, Leis, Bourke, Lindsay and even Barba such a great side to watch.

Yep I’m far from a Redcliffe supporter, but that team was something else. Barba was unbelievable for a two year period. Almost scored try’s at will.

 

[winslow_wong]

Bellamy has been saying for years the next contract will be his last one. Just add another zero to the end his contract figure.

I'd rather bring in Bellamy or someone new next time around. Not a huge fan of the 'bring in an assistant to train up' succession plan nonsense.

Remember henjak? Yikes

 

[Huge]

In this thread we've had claim after claim that there was something sinister behind Walters departure and Walter's himself has now put those claims to the sword. He plainly and openly stated that he hadn't fallen out with WB, he wasn't asked to leave, he wasn't blocked in his role as assistant coach, his reasons are unchanged and clearly his communication with WB is and was fine.

So who on here wants to call Walter's a liar ?

Better still, who wants to put their hand up and admit they jumped the gun ?

 

[Jason Simmons]

Nothing wrong with tried and tested, it's only bad if the players are either way over the hill or playing injured.

Agreed the tried and tested was ironic. They were rather, tired and worn out, hence why they were dropped, replaced with new blood and we subsequently won the series.

Something Kevvie would do well to remember.

 

[Porthoz]

In this thread we've had claim after claim that there was something sinister behind Walters departure and Walter's himself has now put those claims to the sword. He plainly and openly stated that he hadn't fallen out with WB, he wasn't asked to leave, he wasn't blocked in his role as assistant coach, his reasons are unchanged and clearly his communication with WB is and was fine.

So who on here wants to call Walter's a liar ?

Better still, who wants to put their hand up and admit they jumped the gun ?

Yes, because picking a public fight (or admitting to one) with the coach of the biggest Qld club would be terrific for Queensland and its coach.

Not that I think there was any fighting, just disagreement on the path to follow. It's perfectly possible they agreed to disagree as gentlemen, which allowed Walters to part ways gracefully and concentrate on his job as Qld coach.