Loobs
Living in the demountable.
If Cam Smith wasn't around, Ballin would have had the Qld 9 well before Friend hit form and the Qld selectors don't dump guys too readily.Ballin would not be the incumbent hooker. Friend is miles in front of him.
Ballin is a good solid player who has been great for us. He is not passed it but I would have no issue cutting him loose if it meant holding onto Hodges. Hopefully they can share the role though.