Team List Preseason 2025 Trial 2 - Warriors vs Storm

I feel we are playing Russian Roulette with an already thin squad by playing our firsts against these B-teams.

It is a damned if you do, damned if you don't scenario. Last year I was super confident with our depth, and as it turned out we needed every bit of it, and still lost. This year...fuck me. Another couple of injuries early, and I genuinely worry about what comes next.
 
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I feel we are playing Russian Roulette with an already thin squad by playing our firsts against these B-teams.

It is a damned if you do, damned if you don't scenario. Last year I was super confident with out depth, and as it turned out we needed every bit of it, and still lost. This year...fuck me. Another couple of injuries early, and I genuinely worry about what comes next.
At least we can go into the season with 0 expectations.
 
NRL Physio expects 6-12 weeks for DWZ. Which is a concern considering our back up.
Capewell and Marata need a huge game against this B side storm otherwise if Leka/Demetric or even Laban has a big game for the Maoris I'd be starting them.
Honestly would rather have Pompey RTS left. CNK Leiataua Right side with Taine at the back.
 
Wouldn't surprise me if they got 30 mins or so then pulled.
They get what now?

shocked mr bean GIF
 
Rather than play a "B" team in one trial and an "A" team in another. The Warriors appear to be running A minus or B plus teams in both trials due to how new our combinations are. Especially our spine in a post SJ era.
I think this is a great idea. It is a gamble due to the risk of injuries. However our halves pairing of Metcalf and TMM did not gel well in the first trial so giving them another turn seems a master stroke to me. Otherwise the conservative play would have been to rest Metcalf at a minimum this game.
Here again is my guide sheet of what to expect from a new halves combo - this will be game two together. Previous games together have seen TMM at 7 and Luke at 6.

Wrighty and ChatGPT's guide to a new halves pairing:

  • Game 1: Rough start with individual brilliance but poor synergy.
  • Game 2: Early adjustments lead to better communication and fewer rushed decisions. (WE WILL BE HERE ON SATURDAY)
  • Game 3: Building trust brings smoother transitions and improved support play.
  • Game 4: Enhanced fluidity and tactical awareness lead to more cohesive plays.
  • Game 5: An emerging, confident partnership that begins to influence the team’s overall strategy.
 
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