Well done to Faulalo for his persistence staying in the game and doing it the hard way, first time named in the starting 13 and hopefully he makes a huge impression..
Clayton Faulalo
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LeonardCohen
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I have to say, I am surprised he got the nod over Paulo. I think Faulalo lacks the physicality to be a first grade footballer. He was absolutely belted against the Chooks. Paulo is pretty dopey and hit and miss but I thought his best game of the year was the 14-0 loss to the Bunnies and he hasn't been sighted since.
From the highlights reel against the Dogs in NSW cup Paulo looked ordinary, he threw a pass to nobody that let the Dogs in for the first try and his defence at the back was poor, got burned for speed on another try.
My thought is Paulo had a good chance to nail down a spot at the start of the season and again against the Vermin but didn’t nail it, hopefully Faulalo makes the most of his opportunity and like you say doesn’t get rag dolled like he did against the Rorters.
Probably has as much physicality as young Hopoate - and he seems to survive OK. If he has sufficient speed he should do OK - as he seems to be a good footballer..
manlyfan76
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Run hard
No errors
That will do.
No errors
That will do.
LeonardCohen
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Physicality and weight are two different concepts. Hoppa makes ton of post contact metres, is rarely dominated, and makes effective tackles, indicating to me that he is physically capable. Faulalo might in fact even weigh more than Hoppa but I’ve seen him get ragdolled, picked up, driven back and buried into the ground, more than once, unfortunately.
Bloke on the hill
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Faulalo has a footy brain, he's not the quickest, but consistently puts himself in the right spot at the right time. I hope he has a great game on the wend & enjoys it all!
Ron E. Gibbs
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Much like Latrell, he knows his way to the line…
I've liked what I've seen of him in the top grade so far. He's a try scorer and should be able to finish off any opportunities we can create for him. Hope he has a blinder.
I've liked what I've seen of him in the top grade so far. He's a try scorer and should be able to finish off any opportunities we can create for him. Hope he has a blinder.
An interesting selection for sure, probably the least conservative of all the options Manly had. I haven't seen any Blacktown games but clearly the coaches have seen enough to give the job to Clayton. So...Go Clayton!
What a great game from him last night and unlucky not to get more tries.
Not many have spoken too much about those freakish 'keep the ball in play" moves he pulled off TWICE in one game that kept the moementum going. It reminded me of those boundary fielders in the BBL.
I'm not sure why he got more ball from Garrick than Saab usually gets but it may have to do with superior positioning or timing on his part. I rate him higher than Saab on this and a few other attributes besides the flashy leaping and speed of course.
We are sweet with him Lehi and Koula in our backline stocks.
Not many have spoken too much about those freakish 'keep the ball in play" moves he pulled off TWICE in one game that kept the moementum going. It reminded me of those boundary fielders in the BBL.
I'm not sure why he got more ball from Garrick than Saab usually gets but it may have to do with superior positioning or timing on his part. I rate him higher than Saab on this and a few other attributes besides the flashy leaping and speed of course.
We are sweet with him Lehi and Koula in our backline stocks.
We really have got some great backs depth now, Tommy Talau had a great game also.
Thewestisbest
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He left me stunned with that performance.
Credit where credit is due - I didn't particularly see much value in him, but he bloody proved me wrong. Great reads in defence, good positioning in attack although a little clunky to begin with, and some amazing skills. One of our best last night. Would love to see him get another contract for next year, alongside Talau.
ManlyTragic
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Is that you Clayton?
Stewbojevic
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He’s extremely skilful. Up there with the most skillful guys we have. But he still gets rag dolled coming out of our end and makes some bad defensive decisions.
A good backup but probably not a starter yet in my opinion
A good backup but probably not a starter yet in my opinion
TheSoaringEagle2023
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He reminds me of Snoz O'Connor in the way he plays. Must be the hairdo as well.
Like I have said in a previous post, I hope Saab doesnt think he has a mortgage on this spot, because he hasnt
Eagledare2dream
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Keep for sure or we'll regret it big time, always rated him 110% every time he gets a chance in first grade.
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