The Daly Cherrygraph

[Waz13]

First post back on here for a few years. I wanted to check what the consensus was with DCE...
In my opinion, its a decision that works in our favour. We desperately need another prop, backrower and a hooker. Our squad is still off balance. It's harsh but I'd also be moving on from Croker in some kind of a reset to our squad. DCE at 37 next year with our current squad would not win a premiership, and without Paseka this year, I feel the ship has sailed this year.
Fogarty and Reynolds could both plug a hole for a year or 2 until Walsh and Large are ready but we won't win a comp unless we address the shortage of forwards and a quality #9.
Against popular opinion, I'd be getting Lodge back in our squad asap to replace Paseka. Without both of them, we just don't have enough punch up front to compete at the business end of the season.

Walsh looks a gun and so does Large, although I'm not sure Large is a playmaker (as yet) he has a way to go as a half. He looks a wealth of talent but I'm not sure as a half. Walsh looks like he could be anything in the future and I'd be doing all we can to ensure his progress into NRL in the next couple years and should be a 10 year Manly half.

Welcome back Robbo.

 

[Sea Eagle 4 Life]

Hopefully the club has taken any coaching job at Manly off the table.

I never want to see him or the dog in any offial job at MANLY.

Never say never.
Remember, only former Manly players have coached us to winning a premiership.
If DCE did that in say 2032, I would be happy.
What other former Sea Eagles could do that. Balin, Monahan, Chad Randall???

 

[Mark from Brisbane]

First post back on here for a few years. I wanted to check what the consensus was with DCE...
In my opinion, its a decision that works in our favour. We desperately need another prop, backrower and a hooker. Our squad is still off balance. It's harsh but I'd also be moving on from Croker in some kind of a reset to our squad. DCE at 37 next year with our current squad would not win a premiership, and without Paseka this year, I feel the ship has sailed this year.
Fogarty and Reynolds could both plug a hole for a year or 2 until Walsh and Large are ready but we won't win a comp unless we address the shortage of forwards and a quality #9.
Against popular opinion, I'd be getting Lodge back in our squad asap to replace Paseka. Without both of them, we just don't have enough punch up front to compete at the business end of the season.

Walsh looks a gun and so does Large, although I'm not sure Large is a playmaker (as yet) he has a way to go as a half. He looks a wealth of talent but I'm not sure as a half. Walsh looks like he could be anything in the future and I'd be doing all we can to ensure his progress into NRL in the next couple years and should be a 10 year Manly half.

Fantastic to see you back mate , we’ve really missed your valuable input

 

[swoop]

Never say never.
Remember, only former Manly players have coached us to winning a premiership.
If DCE did that in say 2032, I would be happy.
What other former Sea Eagles could do that. Balin, Monahan, Chad Randall???

Who says he's a good coach or if he's going to be a good coach.**** him, He would cost us a fortune and imo is too self-centred to be a coach.

 

[danny-boy]

Who says he's a good coach or if he's going to be a good coach.**** him, He would cost us a fortune and imo is too self-centred to be a coach.

**** if all players already hate him as a player imagine how much they’d hate him as a coach.

 

[Budgie]

May as well put it here too, given that 10 of the 12 minutes is about THAT player

Coach Media: Anthony Seibold

Anthony Seibold chats to media ahead of Sunday's Round 4 match against the Parramatta Eels at 4 Pines Park.

www.seaeagles.com.au

 

[Budgie]

First post back on here for a few years. I wanted to check what the consensus was with DCE...
In my opinion, its a decision that works in our favour. We desperately need another prop, backrower and a hooker. Our squad is still off balance. It's harsh but I'd also be moving on from Croker in some kind of a reset to our squad. DCE at 37 next year with our current squad would not win a premiership, and without Paseka this year, I feel the ship has sailed this year.
Fogarty and Reynolds could both plug a hole for a year or 2 until Walsh and Large are ready but we won't win a comp unless we address the shortage of forwards and a quality #9.
Against popular opinion, I'd be getting Lodge back in our squad asap to replace Paseka. Without both of them, we just don't have enough punch up front to compete at the business end of the season.

Walsh looks a gun and so does Large, although I'm not sure Large is a playmaker (as yet) he has a way to go as a half. He looks a wealth of talent but I'm not sure as a half. Walsh looks like he could be anything in the future and I'd be doing all we can to ensure his progress into NRL in the next couple years and should be a 10 year Manly half.

Great to see you!

 

[Rocky]

May as well put it here too, given that 10 of the 12 minutes is about THAT player

Coach Media: Anthony Seibold

Anthony Seibold chats to media ahead of Sunday's Round 4 match against the Parramatta Eels at 4 Pines Park.

www.seaeagles.com.au

Interested to hear Seibs publicly calling Tom our best player - is that perhaps the first time he has done that and a bit of a dig at Cherry?

 

[master blaster]

Welcome back The better Robbo, we missed you lol

 

[Hertera]

Sorry I say this is crap from Seibold "
Seibold said the skipper’s bombshell news would not derail the Sea Eagles’ premiership charge, which continues against the struggling Eels on Sunday.


“I’ve known about it since December,” Seibold said on Saturday. “I’ve said it a number of times that both myself and Chez have had private conversations and, ultimately, it was his decision when he was going to announce this would be his last year [at Manly]."

If we knew about it in December last year what were we doing in a panic offering him a two year deal on live tv?

Why did he want a release? before last season if everything at the club is so great.

Don't bull**** us fans.

 

[UltimateNIT]

Hey guys. First post on here, have been following the forum for years. Thought I would jump on and give my two bobs worth.

The idea that Manly hasn’t won a comp purely because of his big contract doesn’t hold up. There are too many factors at play, different rosters, injuries, and recruitment decisions so blaming just his salary is oversimplified. What’s clear is that since 2021, DCE has consistently been a top-three halfback based on key stats like kick meters, try assists, and line-break assists. Whether people love or hate him, his on-field impact has been undeniable. Anyone vowing to boycott the game because DCE is playing needs to take a deep breath and unclench it’s not that deep, fellas.

As for the way he’s handled this, it’s smart. By controlling when and how this news came out, he’s shaped the media narrative to his advantage. And let’s be honest, if the Roosters threw an extra $500k at most players, they’d at least consider it. It’s a business move, and he’s played it well.

Looking ahead, Manly’s long-term future is strong. Next year might be a bit of a grind with some young players still developing, but the club has most key pieces locked in. The priority should be securing Galvin, letting Brooks steer the ship for a few seasons, and by the time he moves on, someone like Joey Walsh could be ready to step up. If things go to plan, Manly could be setting up another DCE/Foz-style halves pairing for the future.

 

[The Who]

Hey guys. First post on here, have been following the forum for years. Thought I would jump on and give my two bobs worth.

The idea that Manly hasn’t won a comp purely because of his big contract doesn’t hold up. There are too many factors at play, different rosters, injuries, and recruitment decisions so blaming just his salary is oversimplified. What’s clear is that since 2021, DCE has consistently been a top-three halfback based on key stats like kick meters, try assists, and line-break assists. Whether people love or hate him, his on-field impact has been undeniable. Anyone vowing to boycott the game because DCE is playing needs to take a deep breath and unclench it’s not that deep, fellas.

As for the way he’s handled this, it’s smart. By controlling when and how this news came out, he’s shaped the media narrative to his advantage. And let’s be honest, if the Roosters threw an extra $500k at most players, they’d at least consider it. It’s a business move, and he’s played it well.

Looking ahead, Manly’s long-term future is strong. Next year might be a bit of a grind with some young players still developing, but the club has most key pieces locked in. The priority should be securing Galvin, letting Brooks steer the ship for a few seasons, and by the time he moves on, someone like Joey Walsh could be ready to step up. If things go to plan, Manly could be setting up another DCE/Foz-style halves pairing for the future.

A well thought out first post.
You say the way DCE has handled the media is "smart". Perhaps, but it is not befitting the captain of a club that has natured and supported him for his entire professional career. He has trashed his reputation in my eyes, and I believe I would reflect the views of the vast majority of Manly supporters.
I will never look at DCE again with the same affection and pride.

 

[deanm]

First post back on here for a few years. I wanted to check what the consensus was with DCE...
In my opinion, its a decision that works in our favour. We desperately need another prop, backrower and a hooker. Our squad is still off balance. It's harsh but I'd also be moving on from Croker in some kind of a reset to our squad. DCE at 37 next year with our current squad would not win a premiership, and without Paseka this year, I feel the ship has sailed this year.
Fogarty and Reynolds could both plug a hole for a year or 2 until Walsh and Large are ready but we won't win a comp unless we address the shortage of forwards and a quality #9.
Against popular opinion, I'd be getting Lodge back in our squad asap to replace Paseka. Without both of them, we just don't have enough punch up front to compete at the business end of the season.

Walsh looks a gun and so does Large, although I'm not sure Large is a playmaker (as yet) he has a way to go as a half. He looks a wealth of talent but I'm not sure as a half. Walsh looks like he could be anything in the future and I'd be doing all we can to ensure his progress into NRL in the next couple years and should be a 10 year Manly half.

Welcome Back The Better Robbo !! I agree with all You have said and I was of the opinion Lodge would be available after his boxing bout, which was on March 2nd ???

 

[Hertera]

With due respect this isn't the 70's or 80's anymore we are not getting a Galvin or a Haas we are not a destination club we do not have the financial power of the bigger clubs and we need to understand that.
We do not get big fish anymore it doesn't mean we can't be competitive but we should be real we are not signing a player that a big club wants that's a fact.

 

[ALinda]

I'm assuming that sportspeople have different signatures for autographs as opposed to say their cheque books. If not I wouldn't want my sig around on a tattoo either. lol.

I agree, and I think that's precisely why he initially baulked at the idea. The guy kept begging him till he reluctantly relented but mucked it intentionally.

 

[Sheikheagle]

Sorry I say this is crap from Seibold "
Seibold said the skipper’s bombshell news would not derail the Sea Eagles’ premiership charge, which continues against the struggling Eels on Sunday.


“I’ve known about it since December,” Seibold said on Saturday. “I’ve said it a number of times that both myself and Chez have had private conversations and, ultimately, it was his decision when he was going to announce this would be his last year [at Manly]."

If we knew about it in December last year what were we doing in a panic offering him a two year deal on live tv?

Why did he want a release? before last season if everything at the club is so great.

Don't bull**** us fans.

Its pretty clear really, he has zero loyalty to the club and his teammates and his quest for the top dollar overrides everything. He agitated for a release to sign a multi year contract with the Roosters on dollars we rightly wouldn't match. Its not rocket science.

 

[UltimateNIT]

A well thought out first post.
You say the way DCE has handled the media is "smart". Perhaps, but it is not befitting the captain of a club that has natured and supported him for his entire professional career. He has trashed his reputation in my eyes, and I believe I would reflect the views of the vast majority of Manly supporters.
I will never look at DCE again with the same affection and pride.

Completely agree. I was referring to it as an individual business play, he’s managed the situation to his advantage. But from a club and fan perspective, it’s utterly disappointing, and there’s no doubt he’s thrown us under the bus. I have no doubt that he’s already got a contract locked with chooks.

That said, my main point is that Manly is still in a strong position moving forward. The faster everyone moves past the speculation and focuses on what’s ahead, the better. Dragging this out won’t change anything, and the priority now should be locking in key players and setting up for the future.

 

[Hertera]

He agitated for a release to sign a multi year contract with the Roosters on dollars we rightly wouldn't match. Its not rocket science.

Andrew Webster a journo who I respect said this morning that when he asked for the release for season 2024 it was for family reasons? So next season appears the roosters but last season it had nothing to do with them.

 

[Mal Cochrane]

What would be family reasons?
A Money
B Perhaps Dolphins if family are still up that way.

What else? Perhaps they are still the same reasons?

 

[niccipops]

Who says he's a good coach or if he's going to be a good coach.**** him, He would cost us a fortune and imo is too self-centred to be a coach.

Difficult, if he's potentially a good coach, maybe he'd win us a trophy, we'd all love him again, and then pull a De$$ie and chase dollars elsewhere, leaving us devastated once again. Would he even be a good coach? Premiership winning coaches need to mould their team to work as a one, for each other. Chez's form is himself before the team.
I'm wondering if someone like Choc could develop into a good coach for us?