Recruitment and retention

[mr_c]

Got potential for sure but I think we might have spent enough on props now.

i would say with 2 coming nearly too end career i think they be looking now for young guys especaily with thom still up in air


dont see the empty spots filled with too many backs or players used as make shift props thought they may with fuis but doubt it if they still looking for props

 

[Dolph]

Got potential for sure but I think we might have spent enough on props now.

Obviously depends on what happens with Flegler. To that end, any news on that yet?

 

[mr_c]

Max Feagai has signed only for cover since fuller out

 

[Equaliser]

Max Feagai has signed only for cover since fuller out

Might be a decent depth signing. Can't see him getting much NRL game time unless there are a lot of injuries in the backs.

 

[Liverbird with Phins up]

Might be a decent depth signing. Can't see him getting much NRL game time unless there are a lot of injuries in the backs.

Max Feagai? He is rubbish. If it’s for anything other then qld cup, I’ll be very disappointed

 

[Liverbird with Phins up]

Obviously depends on what happens with Flegler. To that end, any news on that yet?

I’ll find out, sorry haven’t asked since my last update

 

[mr_c]

I’ll find out, sorry haven’t asked since my last update

wont know till closer november when goes to specialist not sure on date but with trai out we inly left with 7 backs so far and hes deepth pick up i dont care what hes done for other ckubs its what hes does for us and i doubt any other ones in qld cup sides ready or are good enough for 1st grade

 

[Liverbird with Phins up]

Obviously depends on what happens with Flegler. To that end, any news on that yet?

Spoke to my source, operation went well. Looking good boys

 

[Dolph]

Spoke to my source, operation went well. Looking good boys

Flegler, Saifiti, Kaufusi, Nicholls, Gilbert, Plath, Kenny B, Stone is far from the worst middle rotation. Might be in the top 3 or 4 best.

 

[Red]

So now Saifiti is locked in, Bostock was Rookie of the Year, Isaako close to top points scorer again, Herbie centre of the year and Tupou coming, would it mean 5/8 is the only spot up for grabs next year? A shootout between Averillo and Kodi? I think with a full pre-season training at 5/8, Averillo might combine very well with Katoa. Leaving Kodi to play his best position, an interchange utility.

But if Kodi is going to be an interchange utility, what is going to happen to Plath? If Plath is going to start at lock, what is going to happen to Gilbert? I guess Gilbert is going to miss the first several rounds and then come back via QLD Cup so it won't be a decision that needs to make until mid-way through the season.

 

[Josh]

So now Saifiti is locked in, Bostock was Rookie of the Year, Isaako close to top points scorer again, Herbie centre of the year and Tupou coming, would it mean 5/8 is the only spot up for grabs next year? A shootout between Averillo and Kodi? I think with a full pre-season training at 5/8, Averillo might combine very well with Katoa. Leaving Kodi to play his best position, an interchange utility.

But if Kodi is going to be an interchange utility, what is going to happen to Plath? If Plath is going to start at lock, what is going to happen to Gilbert? I guess Gilbert is going to miss the first several rounds and then come back via QLD Cup so it won't be a decision that needs to make until mid-way through the season.

Now we know why the club dragged its feet re-signing Niko? i don't think so. I think it was both fighting for the best deal. After Niko's last 1/3rd of the season, I think the club got him for less than he was asking for initially.

 

[mr_c]

plath be at 13 and fin of the bench i dont see fin startting as you would want him as impact and see kodi of the bench at 14 especailly if we shopping for more reserve grade type halfs

 

[Dolph]

plath be at 13 and fin of the bench i dont see fin startting as you would want him as impact and see kodi of the bench at 14 especailly if we shopping for more reserve grade type halfs

After Gilbert comes back, he will start. Unless Plath goes crazy in which case Gilbert will seek a release to go somewhere he can start.

 

[mr_c]

After Gilbert comes back, he will start. Unless Plath goes crazy in which case Gilbert will seek a release to go somewhere he can start.

gilbert be there at 12 and plath 13

 

[Red]

After Gilbert comes back, he will start. Unless Plath goes crazy in which case Gilbert will seek a release to go somewhere he can start.

I don't think Plath will accept starting off he bench either but I guess we will see.

gilbert be there at 12 and plath 13

Gilbert is an out and out lock. Only suitable to filling in, in the back row. Not starting there on a permanent basis.

 

[mr_c]

I don't think Plath will accept starting off he bench either but I guess we will see.

Gilbert is an out and out lock. Only suitable to filling in, in the back row. Not starting there on a permanent basis.

i am sure both be told where they play by woolfy n accept it and get on with it i dont see plath n gilbert complaining where thety start

 

[Dolph]

DOLPHINS​

Off-contract 2024: Anthony Milford, Edrick Lee, Jesse Bromwich, Mason Teague (Mutual Option for 2025), Robert Jennings (Mutual Option for 2025), Tesi Niu, Valynce Te Whare

Off-contract 2025: Connelly Lemuelu, Felise Kaufusi, Harrison Graham, Josh Kerr, Kenneath Bromwich, Mark Nicholls, Sean O’Sullivan

The Dolphins are facing somewhat of a roster clear out after only two seasons in the top grade. Tevita Pangai Junior, who only joined the club mid-season, alongside Euan Aitken, who has signed with the Rabbitohs will depart the 17th franchise. Meanwhile, Jarrod Wallace was granted a mid-season release to head overseas while veteran prop Jesse Bromwich hung up the boots. Valynce Te Whare is also on the lookout for a new club, while the futures of Mason Teague and Rob Jennings remain up in the air, with both having mutual options for the 2025 season. Once again, the Dolphins have recruited well. Daniel Saifiti, Junior Tupou, Kulikefu Finefeuiaki and Max Feagai will all join Kristian Woolf’s squad. Saifiti and Finefeuaki are expected to slot straight into the Dolphins’ best 17 while Tupou and Feagai bolster the club’s outside backs depth. There are real contract headaches that could still come on November 1. Back rower Connelly Lemuelu has been a revelation on the edge for the Dolphins and will be a retention target, with rivals almost certain to put in bids to lure him away from the club. Meanwhile, Sean O’Sullivan found himself out of favour to start the year, but finished his year as one of the club’s starting halves and was strong. Considering the lack of halves depth across the competition, he will almost certainly be a player the Dolphins will want to keep, bolstering their playmaking stocks. It remains to be seen whether Harrison Graham and Josh Kerr will be offered new deals, but it’s worth noting that Kerr had one of his better seasons at NRL level. The Dolphins could do worse than offering the 28-year-old an extension. Felise Kaufusi, Kenny Bromwich and Mark Nicholls could be coming to the bookend of their respective NRL careers. Kaufusi is sure to still attract interest if he hits November 1 without a new deal from the Dolphins. It was expected Anthony Milford would depart the club this off-season but it has been reported that the 30-year-old has been offered a one-year extension.

2025 losses: Tevita Pangai Junior (Catalans), Euan Aitken (Rabbitohs)

2025 gains: Junior Tupou (Wests Tigers), Kulikefu Finefeuiaki (Cowboys), Daniel Saifiti (Knights), Max Feagai (Dragons)

 

[Equaliser]

DOLPHINS​

Off-contract 2024: Anthony Milford, Edrick Lee, Jesse Bromwich, Mason Teague (Mutual Option for 2025), Robert Jennings (Mutual Option for 2025), Tesi Niu, Valynce Te Whare

Off-contract 2025: Connelly Lemuelu, Felise Kaufusi, Harrison Graham, Josh Kerr, Kenneath Bromwich, Mark Nicholls, Sean O’Sullivan

The Dolphins are facing somewhat of a roster clear out after only two seasons in the top grade. Tevita Pangai Junior, who only joined the club mid-season, alongside Euan Aitken, who has signed with the Rabbitohs will depart the 17th franchise. Meanwhile, Jarrod Wallace was granted a mid-season release to head overseas while veteran prop Jesse Bromwich hung up the boots. Valynce Te Whare is also on the lookout for a new club, while the futures of Mason Teague and Rob Jennings remain up in the air, with both having mutual options for the 2025 season. Once again, the Dolphins have recruited well. Daniel Saifiti, Junior Tupou, Kulikefu Finefeuiaki and Max Feagai will all join Kristian Woolf’s squad. Saifiti and Finefeuaki are expected to slot straight into the Dolphins’ best 17 while Tupou and Feagai bolster the club’s outside backs depth. There are real contract headaches that could still come on November 1. Back rower Connelly Lemuelu has been a revelation on the edge for the Dolphins and will be a retention target, with rivals almost certain to put in bids to lure him away from the club. Meanwhile, Sean O’Sullivan found himself out of favour to start the year, but finished his year as one of the club’s starting halves and was strong. Considering the lack of halves depth across the competition, he will almost certainly be a player the Dolphins will want to keep, bolstering their playmaking stocks. It remains to be seen whether Harrison Graham and Josh Kerr will be offered new deals, but it’s worth noting that Kerr had one of his better seasons at NRL level. The Dolphins could do worse than offering the 28-year-old an extension. Felise Kaufusi, Kenny Bromwich and Mark Nicholls could be coming to the bookend of their respective NRL careers. Kaufusi is sure to still attract interest if he hits November 1 without a new deal from the Dolphins. It was expected Anthony Milford would depart the club this off-season but it has been reported that the 30-year-old has been offered a one-year extension.

2025 losses: Tevita Pangai Junior (Catalans), Euan Aitken (Rabbitohs)

2025 gains: Junior Tupou (Wests Tigers), Kulikefu Finefeuiaki (Cowboys), Daniel Saifiti (Knights), Max Feagai (Dragons)

Gains are much better than losses. That much is sure.

 

[Liverbird with Phins up]

Gains are much better than losses. That much is sure.

Agreed, and next year we aren't losing that much either.

Depending on recruitment and how Woolf goes, we could see a good jump over the next two seasons

 

[Equaliser]

Agreed, and next year we aren't losing that much either.

Depending on recruitment and how Woolf goes, we could see a good jump over the next two seasons

A healthy Flegler and Averillo going well at 5/8 will see us right up there in my opinion. Hammer doing a bit better with his passing game is another concern.