Recent content by George Sancti

Agree 100%, Justadragon. The administration clearly isn’t concerned about the injustice. But if making an issue of it in the media prompts a few referees to think twice before handing the Dragons an unfair call, then it’s mission accomplished.

I think our season will need to be built on defensive strength, @dragonheart, because our attacking capacity is limited. I’m hopeful Ennis can introduce a set of plays that can be applied at the appropriate moments during games, giving us the ability to produce a competitive score.

I don’t think the club is raising concerns about the refereeing to seek retribution, @Justadragon. It appears they’re signalling to the broader officiating group that repeated errors in Dragons games won’t go unexamined. By making their position clear, they’re reminding all referees that poor...

This game is an important early measure of where the squad stands mentally. Many people thought we were the stronger side last week and were unfortunate to concede late in the game. A win over the Storm in round 2 would signal that the team has made real progress in its mindset compared with...

Those narrow losses hurt the most. I thought the effort and our defence were good today. Unfortunately, we’re just missing a genuine organiser and a bit of strike to turn good patches into points.

The smaller field should suit us, and I agree with the earlier comments about the Dogs possibly coming in a bit complacent. If we start with intent, we’re a decent chance of getting out to a first‑half lead and then hanging on in the second.

Got it, thanks!! I'll update my card. You can probably tell I am not exactly a seasoned gambler.

I think the @Morgan rules state that you only select a non-Dragons game in the event of a bye.

Great idea @Eric. Was your proposal for $150 gift voucher (or 3 gift vouchers, one for $75, one for $50 and one for $25) per round or for the season?

I refuse to be defeatist… at least not before Game 1. Newcastle Knights vs North Queensland Cowboys: Newcastle St George Illawarra Dragons vs Canterbury‑Bankstown Bulldogs — Dragons by 14.

If we’re still in the hunt for a top‑eight spot by May and the injury toll is manageable, Egan’s return could be exactly what gets us over the line for a semis berth.

I agree, @Gippsy. Two experienced, tough props alongside two young, mobile ones gives us a really well‑balanced front‑row rotation.

Early on I found myself thinking they looked more skilful than last year. Then again, I also thought that we were about to put thirty points on them, so my judgement may not be the most dependable.

If it becomes a free‑flowing attacking contest, I think we are in trouble. On the other hand, if Atkinson controls the tempo with a strong kicking game and our forwards are motivated to keep them pinned in their own half, there’s a genuine chance of an upset in Game 1.

Barring injuries, I can’t see Blake Lawrie or David Fale getting any minutes off the bench. Kyle will slot in at dummy half when Cook comes off, and LKT will cover at 5/8.