[Resurrected] Lachlan Croker (a smokey or 1st choice)

[BOZO]

Brown’s moral fibre is impeccable.

Very clever !!!

 

[brad]

If we could pick up Carney and Tolman as 29 and 30 I’d reckon we are well positioned for a similar finish to last year!!

That wouldn't be a bad result mark and with some big game experience leading into the finals .

 

[Bearfax]

Come on guys . Now were are talking sht .
Back to the footy !!!

Hey now. There are floaters in Rugby League too Bozo.

 

[40 years an eagle]

Don't think we could afford Tolman so hopefully the Dogs have buggered up big time and it's our gain. His honest hard-working game would do wonders in our pack.

Probably suffering from some Des backended contract magic.
Can't imagine Tolman will come cheaply coz the last 2 years of his contract will be the big money ones, and they are this year and 2019.
Probably why they need to move him NOW. Maybe they will subsidise it for a 100k or 2.

 

[40 years an eagle]

Leaves us with 2/300 to pay a fine .

I'm guessing you mean a cap reduction penalty.
I'm of the hope we will get a "fine" at worst from this with hunt and no cap reduction. A fine is payed by the club and has nothing to do with the cap.

And yeah, 2 or 300k isn't enough to sign Tolman.

 

[Eagles2nv]

Article from the club. It appears Crocker is looking most likely.

https://www.seaeagles.com.au/news/2018/02/19/dalys-message-for-new-number-six/

 

[HappilyManly]

https://twitter.com/9NewsSyd/status/965492257443860481

Chez & Croker

 

[Blake A]

Fingers crossed Croker plays really well this week against a full strength Roosters side..... BUT, if he appears clearly out of his depth, do you think we then go with Hastings?

 

[Mark from Brisbane]

Fingers crossed Croker plays really well this week against a full strength Roosters side..... BUT, if he appears clearly out of his depth, do you think we then go with Hastings?

Or Todd, he’s on his way you know, well subject to Greenslime ( which means yes Hastings is second taxi off the rank).

 

[Chip and Chase]

Fingers crossed Croker plays really well this week against a full strength Roosters side..... BUT, if he appears clearly out of his depth, do you think we then go with Hastings?

The flip side to that is if he has a blinder do we delete carney’s number from our phone ?

 

[manly al]

I guess that the general rationale of attempting to sign Carney is the same that applied to trying to sign Hodo . Todd has clearly stressed his intention to return to the N R L and if Croker does perform . Todd is able to join Manly soon , it would be an interesting situation then how to accommodate both players ambitions for a starting gig . Don"t think that either player could be considered as appropriate bench players for Manly but if Todd is able to become part of the Manly squad soon , he would just have to accept his 1 st grade playing opportunity situation and chance his arm like any other current Manly squad member .

 

[Ryan]

I guess that the general rationale of attempting to sign Carney is the same that applied to trying to sign Hodo . Todd has clearly stressed his intention to return to the N R L and if Croker does perform . Todd is able to join Manly soon , it would be an interesting situation then how to accommodate both players ambitions for a starting gig . Don"t think that either player could be considered as appropriate bench players for Manly but if Todd is able to become part of the Manly squad soon , he would just have to accept his 1 st grade playing opportunity situation and chance his arm like any other current Manly squad member .

06. Todd Carney
07. Daly Cherry-Evans
08. Darcy Lussick
09. Apisai Koroisou
10. Marty Taupau
11. Joel Thompson
12. Curtis Sironen
13. Jake Trbojevic

14. Lachlan Croker
15. Addin Fonua-Blake
16. Lloyd Perrett
17. Winterstein, Sipley, Lane, Tanginoa, Gosiewski etc etc etc.

 

[Mark from Brisbane]

06. Todd Carney
07. Daly Cherry-Evans
08. Darcy Lussick
09. Apisai Koroisou
10. Marty Taupau
11. Joel Thompson
12. Curtis Sironen
13. Jake Trbojevic

14. Lachlan Croker
15. Addin Fonua-Blake
16. Lloyd Perrett
17. Winterstein, Sipley, Lane, Tanginoa, Gosiewski etc etc etc.

Nup, you forgot TBaz’s favourite, 14 Lewie Brown, Croker to Reggie’s

 

[Spartan Eagle]

We've had a couple of trials now. Hastings or Croker? The fact that Croker wasn't a choker against a more formidable Roosters outfit may give him the edge but Hastings went ok in the intrust game and kicked a few goals . It's hard to say.

 

[BOZO]

We've had a couple of trials now. Hastings or Croker? The fact that Croker wasn't a choker against a more formidable Roosters outfit may give him the edge but Hastings went ok in the intrust game and kicked a few goals . It's hard to say.

Who were the stand outs in the centres in the intrust game and in the big game ?

 

[Ryan]

Guys, where would you rate Lachlan Croker with the other 5/8's in the league? (These are in no particular order)


Dragons: Gareth Widdop
Tigers: Josh Reynolds
Bulldogs: Kieran Foran
Roosters: Luke Keary
Sharks: Matt Moylan
Warriors: Blake Green
Rabbits: Cody Walker
Storm: Cameron Munster
Knights: Kalyn Ponga
Cowboys: Michael Morgan
Broncos: Anthony Milford
Eels: Corey Norman
Titans: Ashley Taylor
Raiders: Blake Austin
Panthers: James Maloney

Sea Eagles: Lachlan Croker

 

[maxta]

Guys, where would you rate Lachlan Croker with the other 5/8's in the league? (These are in no particular order)


Dragons: Gareth Widdop
Tigers: Josh Reynolds
Bulldogs: Kieran Foran
Roosters: Luke Keary
Sharks: Matt Moylan
Warriors: Blake Green
Rabbits: Cody Walker
Storm: Cameron Munster
Knights: Kalyn Ponga
Cowboys: Michael Morgan
Broncos: Anthony Milford
Eels: Corey Norman
Titans: Ashley Taylor
Raiders: Blake Austin
Panthers: James Maloney

Sea Eagles: Lachlan Croker

Would be pretty dumb to rate him till he has had the opportunity to play a few games at the top level.
I don’t mind the question, but it’s a bit early mate, so back in 7-8 weeks and we can have a better idea.

 

[Kevinward777]

Guys, where would you rate Lachlan Croker with the other 5/8's in the league? (These are in no particular order)


Dragons: Gareth Widdop
Tigers: Josh Reynolds
Bulldogs: Kieran Foran
Roosters: Luke Keary
Sharks: Matt Moylan
Warriors: Blake Green
Rabbits: Cody Walker
Storm: Cameron Munster
Knights: Kalyn Ponga
Cowboys: Michael Morgan
Broncos: Anthony Milford
Eels: Corey Norman
Titans: Ashley Taylor
Raiders: Blake Austin
Panthers: James Maloney

Sea Eagles: Lachlan Croker

Kalyn Ponga is going to be playing fullback. Connor Watson has first dibs on the six jumper, and Ash Taylor is playing halfback for the Tits. Elegy is the 5/8, not that there is much difference between a six and seven these days.

 

[Spartan Eagle]

Jurbo has got his own column in the Manly Daily . He basically states that Croker will be long term partner of DCE.. Is that goodbye Hastings ?

Sea Eagle Jake Trbojevic’s exclusive column
Jake Trbojevic, Manly Daily

Hello Sea Eagles fans.

Can I start by saying how excited I am to be writing a column for my local paper, the Manly Daily.

Like the Sea Eagles, the Manly Daily is an institution on the northern beaches, so I am excited to be writing this column.

It was great to blow out the cobwebs on Saturday night against the Sydney Roosters at Gosford after a tough pre-season.

All of the boys were pretty happy to play some footy against someone else for a change. You do get tired of tackling your teammates each day.

Jake Trbojevic poses for a photograph with a fan during the club’s Fan Day at Lottoland. Picture; AAP/ Rafal Kontrym.
I thought we played pretty well considering it was the first hit out for most of the players in the Team.

Trials are trials and there are always some errors, so there will be a few things our coach

Trent Barrett will have us working on before our first game.

NOT HALVES BAD

I thought new five-eighth Lachlan Croker did well in his first game with halfback Daly Cherry-Evans.

They have been working really well together over the summer and I am hoping it will become a partnership that will only get better in time.

It was also great to see our new second-rower Joel Thompson in the Manly jersey. He is a quality player and brings so much to our team.

Tom Trbojevic scores a try in the trial game against the Roosters last Saturday. Picture: AAP/Darren Pateman.
READY FOR ACTION

With the pre-season over and the necessary trials out of the way, it really is an exciting time now for the boys.

Like all rugby league fans, we too are counting down the days until our first premiership match against the Newcastle Knights on Friday, March 9.

Playing the Knights on their home ground in front of what is expected to be a huge crowd will be a tremendous challenge for us.

As a player, these are the games you want to play in and we will certainly be pumped up to get our season off to a winning start.

And then, we return home to Lottoland for our first huge game of the season against arch rivals Parramatta Eels on Sunday, March 18.

As a proud Manly junior, there is nothing better than running out for the Sea Eagles in front of a packed home crowd.

I’m sure this will be the case for our first game, so if you haven’t got your tickets yet, do it now. See you there!

Jake Trbojevic on the run against the Roosters last Saturday, Picture: AAP/Darren Pateman.
BECOME A MEMBER


The Club has a tremendous membership drive on at the moment. If you are not a 2018 Member, then I encourage you to sign up now and help us reach our target of 12,000 Members before our round two Parramatta match at home.

There are so many benefits to enjoy as a Member from discounted tickets, merchandise, to special opportunities to meet the players throughout the season.

Membership starts from as little as $8.20 per month for adults and $5.50 a month for juniors.

Call the Membership team now on (02) 9970 3000 or visit gomanly.com.au

 

[R3]

Jurbo has got his own column in the Manly Daily . He basically states that Croker will be long term partner of DCE.. Is that goodbye Hastings ?

Sea Eagle Jake Trbojevic’s exclusive column
Jake Trbojevic, Manly Daily

Hello Sea Eagles fans.

Can I start by saying how excited I am to be writing a column for my local paper, the Manly Daily.

Like the Sea Eagles, the Manly Daily is an institution on the northern beaches, so I am excited to be writing this column.

It was great to blow out the cobwebs on Saturday night against the Sydney Roosters at Gosford after a tough pre-season.

All of the boys were pretty happy to play some footy against someone else for a change. You do get tired of tackling your teammates each day.

Jake Trbojevic poses for a photograph with a fan during the club’s Fan Day at Lottoland. Picture; AAP/ Rafal Kontrym.
I thought we played pretty well considering it was the first hit out for most of the players in the Team.

Trials are trials and there are always some errors, so there will be a few things our coach

Trent Barrett will have us working on before our first game.

NOT HALVES BAD

I thought new five-eighth Lachlan Croker did well in his first game with halfback Daly Cherry-Evans.

They have been working really well together over the summer and I am hoping it will become a partnership that will only get better in time.

It was also great to see our new second-rower Joel Thompson in the Manly jersey. He is a quality player and brings so much to our team.

Tom Trbojevic scores a try in the trial game against the Roosters last Saturday. Picture: AAP/Darren Pateman.
READY FOR ACTION

With the pre-season over and the necessary trials out of the way, it really is an exciting time now for the boys.

Like all rugby league fans, we too are counting down the days until our first premiership match against the Newcastle Knights on Friday, March 9.

Playing the Knights on their home ground in front of what is expected to be a huge crowd will be a tremendous challenge for us.

As a player, these are the games you want to play in and we will certainly be pumped up to get our season off to a winning start.

And then, we return home to Lottoland for our first huge game of the season against arch rivals Parramatta Eels on Sunday, March 18.

As a proud Manly junior, there is nothing better than running out for the Sea Eagles in front of a packed home crowd.

I’m sure this will be the case for our first game, so if you haven’t got your tickets yet, do it now. See you there!

Jake Trbojevic on the run against the Roosters last Saturday, Picture: AAP/Darren Pateman.
BECOME A MEMBER


The Club has a tremendous membership drive on at the moment. If you are not a 2018 Member, then I encourage you to sign up now and help us reach our target of 12,000 Members before our round two Parramatta match at home.

There are so many benefits to enjoy as a Member from discounted tickets, merchandise, to special opportunities to meet the players throughout the season.

Membership starts from as little as $8.20 per month for adults and $5.50 a month for juniors.

Call the Membership team now on (02) 9970 3000 or visit gomanly.com.au

Looks like the Sea Eagles membership drive could potentially gets as many plugs as @BOZO with his posts about the Silvertails Tipping comp ; )
He must be taking notes off you mate haha