In fact every one of these blokes starred in the first final win over Sharks....
Before a ball was kicked in 2019 they were unknowns, discards or looked destined for NSW Cup careers, now have a chance becoming absolute legends and in some cases, are already on the way.
Meet the 9 players -
* Elliott - A journey man who may have got a fill in role and has excelled.
* Parker - On 2018 form, not many gained confidence from him, he has changed this in a Massive way.
* Garrick - Who, some bloke in reserve grade for Illawarra - now a household name and only improving.
* Waddell - A young Penrith bloke looking for a run, now a full time Nrl player competing in finals footy.
* Goseiwski - Wiry Souths product let go who's energy has become a perfect fit at Manly.
* Olakau'atu - Green in terms of rugby league experience, now looks to be set a long NRL career.
* Keppie - Eels junior who Crusher got hold of and based on early games, most fans are glad he did.
* Perrett - Written off by most judges, shown great attitude and now has a chance to resurrect an NRL career.
* Suli - Talented youngster no club could control, until now....the kid could be anything and is now a key player.
This is 9 out of 17 playing on Friday and anyone would have thought it was beyond a joke with this side competing in Week 2 of finals, minus Tom T, Sirro and Thommo, but they are confident and look like they are in for the fight and the most important people believe in their ability to get the job done - Themselves !!
Already been a great effort and Super proud regardless of how Fridays game plays out, certainly far more confident now, than if I heard this was our 17 before the season started, meaning each 1 of these players has shown ability, belief and most importantly attitude.....again Des and the coaching staff deserve big wraps for where we are at, but noone deserves it more than these players representing the Maroon and White come Friday night !!
Before a ball was kicked in 2019 they were unknowns, discards or looked destined for NSW Cup careers, now have a chance becoming absolute legends and in some cases, are already on the way.
Meet the 9 players -
* Elliott - A journey man who may have got a fill in role and has excelled.
* Parker - On 2018 form, not many gained confidence from him, he has changed this in a Massive way.
* Garrick - Who, some bloke in reserve grade for Illawarra - now a household name and only improving.
* Waddell - A young Penrith bloke looking for a run, now a full time Nrl player competing in finals footy.
* Goseiwski - Wiry Souths product let go who's energy has become a perfect fit at Manly.
* Olakau'atu - Green in terms of rugby league experience, now looks to be set a long NRL career.
* Keppie - Eels junior who Crusher got hold of and based on early games, most fans are glad he did.
* Perrett - Written off by most judges, shown great attitude and now has a chance to resurrect an NRL career.
* Suli - Talented youngster no club could control, until now....the kid could be anything and is now a key player.
This is 9 out of 17 playing on Friday and anyone would have thought it was beyond a joke with this side competing in Week 2 of finals, minus Tom T, Sirro and Thommo, but they are confident and look like they are in for the fight and the most important people believe in their ability to get the job done - Themselves !!
Already been a great effort and Super proud regardless of how Fridays game plays out, certainly far more confident now, than if I heard this was our 17 before the season started, meaning each 1 of these players has shown ability, belief and most importantly attitude.....again Des and the coaching staff deserve big wraps for where we are at, but noone deserves it more than these players representing the Maroon and White come Friday night !!
