That is a very strong side with the likes of Fuller, Knowles, Averillo, Feagai, Stone, Schneider and Kaufusi (possibly) as depth. Arguably, the best roster in the comp. Now, if they only can get them on the field all at the same time.
Handily? Are you sure? A 54 point loss at home against a team lower in the standings in a vital match= the Dolphins have hit the wall. In fact, they have smashed head on into it.
I'm not counting them out vs the Bronx as both teams are eerily similar. Both are struggling. Both are...
Frankie Molo suspended for one match. Ray Stone is long odds to play vs the Broncos due to two bung shoulders. That would make nine regulars unavailable.
A huge dose of reality tonight. I thought this might happen considering their less than convincing performance last week. They are playing like a third year team missing a host of key players. A playoff spot is looking less likely now.
Plenty of incentive for the boys tonight as a victory will put eight fingers and one thumb on a maiden playoff berth. They will also climb at least one place in the standings at the expense of the floundering Broncos. Standing in the way will be a desperate Rooster side who will be extremely...
Schneider is a backup half at best and will never play a regular role in any club (just like SOS). If KNik leaves (doubtful), they certainly won't be scrambling to sign Schneider to an extension to serve as his replacement. That would be moronic.
The Dolphins maintain 8th spot with their last gasp win over NZ. But, as usual, it came at a monumental cost. Losing Herbie could be the final straw for this very brave squad. The opportunities he creates out of absolutely nothing is second to none. He is impossible to replace.
I think...
Any word on Issako? He struggled with that groin for most of the game. Herbie is yet another massive loss. These hits keep coming, but the Dolphins still manage to keep their head above water. If they ever have a clean injury/suspension slate in the future, they might be almost unbeatable.
A vital match for both teams. The hosts are barely clinging to the top 4 and the visitors are desperate to remain in the top 8 and possibly climb. Both sides with injury concerns. The Warriors are missing their two best forwards and half their spine. The Dolphins are having an injury crisis of...
I like Willison. He's a young big bopper who would be handy off the bench. I like Mariner as well. Speed to burn and he would thrive under Woolfy. I think the Dolphins tried to sign both of these guys, but they made the foolish decision of staying put. Mariner was willing to break his contract...
It's basically a 5 team race to nab 3 playoff spots and a chance for the others to solidify or improve on their current placing. 3 wins will get the Dolphins there. Friday's game is massive (as they all are). Does anyone see any changes in the way it currently stands? Who'll finish top 4? Will...
It'll be a tough game. Auckland isn't an easy place for visiting teams and the Dolphins seem to struggle against them. It's a huge game for both teams which means that anything can happen.
Wayde Egan suffered a Category 1 concussion and won't be available for this game. He, along with Metcalf and Barnett are massive losses for this quickly sinking squad.
If the Dolphins are serious about a playoff berth this year, then they'll easily dispose of a very vulnerable NZ side. The...
Wayde Egan suffered a Category 1 concussion today and won't be available for this game. He, along with Metcalf and Barnett are massive losses for this quickly sinking squad.
If the Dolphins are serious about a playoff berth this year, then they'll easily dispose of a very vulnerable NZ...
That's a good looking side. Let's hope Flegler is good to go next year. Donga will be in there somewhere. Probably at 13 with Plath at 9. JMK a bench option. Averillo doesn't really suit in the bench role. It will be interesting to see how Cobbo goes in Dolphin colours.