Recruitment and Retention for 2025

[st george tragic]

Hunt down to one option (broncos). All other clubs have recognised his worthlessness lol

NRL news 2024: St George Illawarra Dragons, Shane Flanagan comments, relationship with Ben Hunt, Canterbury Bulldogs Brisbane Broncos

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[GCRV]

Hunt down to one option (broncos). All other clubs have recognised his worthlessness lol

NRL news 2024: St George Illawarra Dragons, Shane Flanagan comments, relationship with Ben Hunt, Canterbury Bulldogs Brisbane Broncos

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I'm just looking forward to him not being talked about in regard to the Dragons anymore.

 

[Illusion]

Signed Illias two year contract ........... https://www.dragons.com.au/news/2024/11/25/ilias-signs-on-for-two-seasons/

 

[Eric]

Signed Illias two year contract ........... https://www.dragons.com.au/news/2024/11/25/ilias-signs-on-for-two-seasons/

I like that. 2 years to give Reed plenty of time to get ready for first grade on a permanent basis from 2027.

 

[Illusion]

Whether we like the Ilias signing or not , we need to give the guy ago ....... The Sook had 7 years and did nothing so I'm ok with this ........

 

[RedVHeartbeat]

I think Vili has more work to do on the mentality sides of things rather than physically. Needs to find some grittiness and he’ll be laughing.

I see it as more a lack of belief in his ability as Flanno probably trashed that when he gave him a piddling 8 mins debut then never again picked him in Firsts. Must've shattered his confidence. Little wonder he plays as tho he has a little motor. Flanno needs to rectify his error of judgement and pick him in the pre season games and tell him to 'rip in'.

 

[Dragons Chris]

I see it as more a lack of belief in his ability as Flanno probably trashed that when he gave him a piddling 8 mins debut then never again picked him in Firsts. Must've shattered his confidence. Little wonder he plays as tho he has a little motor. Flanno needs to rectify his error of judgement and pick him in the pre season games and tell him to 'rip in'.

Also the Couchmans maybe don't have as much impact as AFB or Haas but what they have is the ability to continue on for a long time without losing much in the way of performance. In theory it would open up a spot for someone without the greatest stamina but with plenty of impact. Having said that, Fifita has a habit, even in NSW Cup of not looking for work.

 

[RedVHeartbeat]

Fifita has a habit, even in NSW Cup of not looking for work.

Barely saw him last year but plenty year before. I found he wanted to get his hands on the ball but tended to be a bit too over enthusiastic that led to some silly mistakes. One or two had him in the judiciary and sidelined for a few games. He is more mature so hopefully he has eradicated that from his game.

 

[RedVHeartbeat]

Why did we not shop off RFM. The weak link in our pack for mine. He and Frank Molo. Both being picked for their size, certainly not ability.

 

[Dragons Chris]

Why did we not shop off RFM. The weak link in our pack for mine. He and Frank Molo. Both being picked for their size, certainly not ability.

Who do you think would take him? Bulldogs are already paying a good part of his salary to play for us.

 

[Mug Fan]

From Lachlan Ilias interview

Ilias is still in the early stages of his career, his progress stalled by injury last year.
He will start, however, from a good place, having grown up a Dragons fan

How good

 

[jodragon40]

From Lachlan Ilias interview

Ilias is still in the early stages of his career, his progress stalled by injury last year.
He will start, however, from a good place, having grown up a Dragons fan – he even attended the 2010 grand final.

How good

So did I . It was a memorable last 40 min

 

[Ryan]

So did I . It was a memorable last 40 min

Dean Young masterclass.

Was a good team effort but thought Deano should've gotten the Clive Churchill medal.

 

[TheRev]

The only GF's I went too were 1996 & 1999.. memories I have tried to suppress many times.

 

[Mailroomsgi]

The only GF's I went too were 1996 & 1999.. memories I have tried to suppress many times.

Don’t go to our grand final in 10 months time then

 

[st george tragic]

Hope flanno has the will to stay with the dragons

Rival club's audacious bid to poach Flanagan for 2026

'Needs a change of direction and a fresh face'

www.nine.com.au

 

[st george tragic]

I hope flanno puts it to bed early. This will tell us how keen flanno is or is it going to develop into another Hunt drama. I think this could be a major event in this year's rebuild being player attitudes etc.

 

[Dragons Chris]

I hope flanno puts it to bed early. This will tell us how keen flanno is or is it going to develop into another Hunt drama. I think this could be a major event in this year's rebuild being player attitudes etc.

If it's true, must be the Cowboys. They have a roster which should have been been top 4 for the last few years.

 

[TheRev]

tbf he would have a lot less challenges at many other clubs versus the dragons.. but I think he has to see out what hes begun.. plus he debuted here and we r next door to cronulla his old club.. its probably a better fit, but these job opportunities might give him some leverage to get the board to get out of his way on signings and staff appointments etc...

Edit: Newcastle is the club apparently, not exactly Top4 material.

 

[Edward]

I hope flanno puts it to bed early. This will tell us how keen flanno is or is it going to develop into another Hunt drama. I think this could be a major event in this year's rebuild being player attitudes etc.

I hope he sticks around but the club shouldn't be pressured into an extension or upgrade based on last season.