Rather than fighting amongst ourselves as a group of supporters, I'd like to suggest that we remind ourselves who the real enemy is in terms of tonight's match. Yesterday, Trent Robinson when asked by the media, implied that our club was something of a joke and our seven players were basically ill-informed, ignorant and out of touch. He couched this criticism somewhat cleverly in suggesting rather than stating it outright, but the meaning of his words was clear enough - he was clearly "putting the boot in!" Now whether you agree with his views or not, it felt to me like he was hitting a bloke (us, Manly) when he's on the ground and fighting for breath.
I'd suggest that before stepping into his high pulpit in Bondi and espousing compassion, understanding and emathy for all humankind (except for these young players with Christian convictions, of course) I think he ought to consider the simple fact that his very own beloved Sonny Bill Williams did not have to wear a Rooster's jersey with a gambling logo a few seasons back because it contradicted his Muslim faith. I hasten to ask this simple question - would Sonny Bill "have a bar" of wearing a Roosters rainbow jersey if he was playing presently under Robinson? I am convinced that Trent Robinson's pathetic attempt to grab the enlightened, moral highground before this match before the assembled media throng was both hypocritical and disingenuous. In complete contrast, Des Hasler's thoughtful and heartfelt media performance on this vexed issue was a triumph in adversity. Frankly Mr. Robinson, I suggest that coaches in glass houses shouldn't throw stones!
