Ben 'Burbo' Trbojevic

[Woodsie]

As much as I love a rags to riches story ... IMO Burbo is still a season's seasoning away from being a regular 1st grader ...

 

[castle eagle]

Can't see anyone inside the bubble being allowed to play Queensland cup

Sydney clubs eye Queensland Cup​

Sydney’s NRL clubs are seeking to have up to three players each join Queensland Cup sides once players have completed their two-week quarantines.

One worrying trend that emerged last year after the Covid restrictions lifted to allow games to resume, were the number of injuries to players who hadn’t had game-time for several weeks.

The NRL is keen to avoid this and will back the idea to place Sydney players into various Queensland Cup teams to ensure the athletes are exposed to quality match-time as opposed to just training drills during this uncertain phase.

Officials realise that if the new Delta variant causes a mass outbreak in Queensland, the local competition is likely to be halted, and that could leave dozens of players stepping up to play in the NRL with no game-time for nearly one month.

Newcastle have a loose relationship with Ipswich, while New Zealand Warriors have a connection to Redcliffe, and are already making arrangements to have their unused match-day players join the club competition.

The Sydney clubs won’t be too fussed about where their contracted players end up, so long as they get to play within a fortnight.

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[Bearfax]

Sydney clubs eye Queensland Cup​

Sydney’s NRL clubs are seeking to have up to three players each join Queensland Cup sides once players have completed their two-week quarantines.

One worrying trend that emerged last year after the Covid restrictions lifted to allow games to resume, were the number of injuries to players who hadn’t had game-time for several weeks.

The NRL is keen to avoid this and will back the idea to place Sydney players into various Queensland Cup teams to ensure the athletes are exposed to quality match-time as opposed to just training drills during this uncertain phase.

Officials realise that if the new Delta variant causes a mass outbreak in Queensland, the local competition is likely to be halted, and that could leave dozens of players stepping up to play in the NRL with no game-time for nearly one month.

Newcastle have a loose relationship with Ipswich, while New Zealand Warriors have a connection to Redcliffe, and are already making arrangements to have their unused match-day players join the club competition.

The Sydney clubs won’t be too fussed about where their contracted players end up, so long as they get to play within a fortnight.

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Good idea. Fringe first graders need the game time and I suspect its ended here in NSW for the Reggies.

 

[lsz]

He was and tough as. Also slow as lol lol. All heart though and a fan favourite.

My fav player when I was younger - he used to hold up the public bar at the steyne as well

 

[mave]

My fav player when I was younger - he used to hold up the public bar at the steyne as well

Saw him in Mudgee, doing a fair bit of that as well.

 

[Sheikheagle]

My fav player when I was younger - he used to hold up the public bar at the steyne as well

Yes great character. I used to leave my surfboard at his place at Harbord and then rode my pushy from Balgowlah to the beach. Sitting on the hill every time he took the ball up we all yelled “mule”. Classic.

 

[Brisbane Tragic]

My fav player when I was younger - he used to hold up the public bar at the steyne as well

lol yes am sure he could - a super personality as well - at the time with Jughead two of my favourite players as well

 

[Chip and Chase]

Not about Burbo but this thread came up and went to the beginning as they do. And right there was a comment from @HappilyManly
Gosh I miss her. Anyone know if she's ok?

@globaleagle can maybe fill you in. I miss her contributions too

 

[lsz]

I have an old steyne coaster with is autograph on it somewhere

 

[XV-1]

With Haumole and Schuster injured, huge opportunity for Ben to show he is first grader in the first month of the comp.

Go Benny!!

 

[Brisbane Tragic]

With Haumole and Schuster injured, huge opportunity for Ben to show he is first grader in the first month of the comp.

Go Benny!!

Did Davey get a run tonight? If he is fit no way Burbo beats him out for a spot

 

[maxta]

This is not just an opportunity, but a time for Bullemor to say "Des - this is why you picked me"....and I reckon he will stand up and make it count- the other side you have the reliable Lawton who will get his job done in style...

 

[Nambawan]

Did Davey get a run tonight? If he is fit no way Burbo beats him out for a spot

Ben Turbo is a natural back row forward. Not quick enough for the centres.

 

[40 nil]

Did Davey get a run tonight? If he is fit no way Burbo beats him out for a spot

Davey hasn't played in the trials, so we don't know if he will be available for the first round.

 

[Ron E. Gibbs]

Davey hasn't played in the trials, so we don't know if he will be available for the first round.

Thinking back on it, has he been sighted in any of the training shots or videos?

 

[ALinda]

Davey hasn't played in the trials, so we don't know if he will be available for the first round.

Thinking back on it, has he been sighted in any of the training shots or videos?

Can't recall seeing Davey in any photos but I did see him sitting in the stand tonight.
Having had a long lay-off and not playing in the trials, one would think Des wouldn't throw him into round 1 against Penrith...

 

[40 nil]

Having had a long lay-off and not playing in the trials, one would think Des wouldn't throw him into round 1 against Penrith...

Here, Des says Davey is in the mix for Rd 1

"With Josh Schuster expected to miss at least the first four rounds with an ankle and Olakau'atu in doubt Hasler said Karl Lawton and Andrew Davey are in the mix for the Panthers clash."

Injured Sea Eagles trio racing clock for season opener

Tough night at the office for Manly as Taupau, Walker and Olakau'atu suffer injuries

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[The Who]

Can't recall seeing Davey in any photos but I did see him sitting in the stand tonight.
Having had a long lay-off and not playing in the trials, one would think Des wouldn't throw him into round 1 against Penrith...

Davey is in the team photo.

 

[Supreme Leader]

Lawton offered very little tonight.... just saying

 

[Heckenberg]

Here, Des says Davey is in the mix for Rd 1

"With Josh Schuster expected to miss at least the first four rounds with an ankle and Olakau'atu in doubt Hasler said Karl Lawton and Andrew Davey are in the mix for the Panthers clash."

Injured Sea Eagles trio racing clock for season opener

Tough night at the office for Manly as Taupau, Walker and Olakau'atu suffer injuries

www.nrl.com

You’d imagine he will slot in for haumole. Unless des starts lawton on the left with bullemore right and then Lawton shifts to hooker to spell crokes with Davey going to left second row.