Recruitment and Retention for 2025

[AyiosYiorgos]

Don’t know the general consensus around us signing Klemmer but IMO it’s not a big issue, if he signs for a year then fine it’s a body in the door to fill a hole for a year but if he doesn’t I don’t think it makes much of a difference. Unless we have a torrid run of injuries in the middle forwards between now and the June 30 deadline then im ok with sticking with what we’ve got for the season

Can't agree, we are short a middle, looking at the team that U Just a Mug Fan posted on another thread, it's obvious we will struggle with an injury say to Guler or even one of the other props, last year we were lucky with injuries, can't ride our luck again..

 

[Edward]

Can't agree, we are short a middle, looking at the team that U Just a Mug Fan posted on another thread, it's obvious we will struggle with an injury say to Guler or even one of the other props, last year we were lucky with injuries, can't ride our luck again..

Klemmer for Molo should have us covered. There is always the possibly of JDB to prop, Latu lock. Or having Stewart and Tonga in the 17. Not ideal at their age but when there are a few injuries in the same position, selecting too many young players than is ideal happens.

 

[DragonsTragic]

Hazelton staying with the Shonkies.

 

[Ryan]

Hazelton staying with the Shonkies.

Good. Would prefer Klemmer for 2 years and then promote from within. Or raid another club for one of their young props who hasn't played first grade.

 

[jodragon40]

Any credibility in the rumours of a Klemmer/ Lawrie swap

 

[Mailroomsgi]

I highly doubt that, would be daylight robbery and tigers have props coming out of their wazoo, they definitely don’t want or need that swap

 

[TheRev]

If he did visit the tigers its interesting.. but its the 2yr thing that makes no sense.. 6mths of contract subsidised in 2025 for depth is 1 thing.. but the tigers taking on a 2026 contract I dont think is possible.

Lawries main issue is he is yet to play a trial game, so noone even knows how he is looking after another tough preseason and a few kilos down.. same with Fifita and Sele.. very hard to sell someone whos not playing footy.

 

[GCRV]

If he did visit the tigers its interesting.. but its the 2yr thing that makes no sense.. 6mths of contract subsidised in 2025 for depth is 1 thing.. but the tigers taking on a 2026 contract I dont think is possible.

Lawries main issue is he is yet to play a trial game, so noone even knows how he is looking after another tough preseason and a few kilos down.. same with Fifita and Sele.. very hard to sell someone whos not playing footy.

I think losing a few kgs was the last thing Lawrie needed.

 

[User]

Any credibility in the rumours of a Klemmer/ Lawrie swap

Haven't heard a thing about that.

 

[Red T]

A friend of mine reckons Blake Lawrie was seen leaving tigers’ headquarters. Not sure where the info came from. But swapping Lawrie for Klemmer would free up a roster spot. He may not have featured in the trials because he was injured.

 

[RedVHeartbeat]

Why is our board continuing to hold up the release of Frank Molo. His agent says it is not about money as have not even asked for a cent, but rather only his clients welfare. Pull out zee finger and remove him from our 30 so we can sign Klemmer.

 

[RedVHeartbeat]

I think losing a few kgs was the last thing Lawrie needed.

If gut flab replaced by muscle, yes it is.

 

[Edward]

Why is our board continuing to hold up the release of Frank Molo. His agent says it is not about money as have not even asked for a cent, but rather only his clients welfare. Pull out zee finger and remove him from our 30 so we can sign Klemmer.

He was paid from November last year not to train a bit but to play for the Dragons this season. I can understand the clubs hardline. Not saying I agree. Probably should just let him go but I understand the clubs position.

 

[RedVHeartbeat]

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Nathan Lawson is mentioned.

 

[RedVictory]

Great news with south’s reportedly signing Rava with immediate effect. This lets us bring Klemmer over going into the bye week and get him up to speed before round 4. We are in desperate need for him ASAP.

 

[TheRev]

is Rava actually done or still waiting for medicals later in the week? I still wont feel good until that one is locked down.. I reckon we will be paying a good chunk of both years.. but we need him out, there are 7 or 8 wing options already.

 

[RedVictory]

is Rava actually done or still waiting for medicals later in the week? I still wont feel good until that one is locked down.. I reckon we will be paying a good chunk of both years.. but we need him out, there are 7 or 8 wing options already.

Reported by the daily telegraph that they’re set to sign him.

 

[User]

Crown Sports Management is proud to announce that Jacob Halangahu has signed an upgraded and extended contract with the St George Illawarra Dragons!

Jacob’s hard work, dedication, and talent have earned him this well-deserved opportunity, and we can’t wait to see him continue to develop and make an impact in the Red V.

Jake will be top 30 for 26, 27

 

[jodragon40]

Crown Sports Management is proud to announce that Jacob Halangahu has signed an upgraded and extended contract with the St George Illawarra Dragons!

Jacob’s hard work, dedication, and talent have earned him this well-deserved opportunity, and we can’t wait to see him continue to develop and make an impact in the Red V.

Jake will be top 30 for 26, 27

The coach is building a decent roster

 

[Dave03]

is Rava actually done or still waiting for medicals later in the week? I still wont feel good until that one is locked down.. I reckon we will be paying a good chunk of both years.. but we need him out, there are 7 or 8 wing options already.

I assume he's not on much. Maybe 300k? We pay half?