Best news I've heard all week.

DB announcing a player resigned for another 3 years despite super league intrest... Hoping its hoppy or McNally

Dya reckon we can get a refund ?

naughty Charles....

Ben Reynolds signs 3 year deal.

Vea, langi and Stewart all gone HKR

That will save the Club a nice wedge.

OUT:

Tickle

That's about a dozen plus of the 2017 squad who are now said/rumoured to be leaving. Whilst most of them are players who I wouldn't necessarily be disappointed to see go, I have an unease about starting virtually afresh, with a mostly new squad. I guess some continuity would have been of benefit? That said of course, some of the newcomers could well be an improvement on those leaving. Here's hoping so. Also, the pleasing aspect of the signings announced so far, is that they are all young players.

As for the coaching set up, I just have a feeling that Neil and Keiron, (Purtill) assisted by the other Keiron, might be a better combination. Totally without any inside knowledge, I just think that Paul Cooke may have been a 'strong influence' on matters. As I say, just a gut feeling!

Onwards and upwards

That should boost their average age!

A few players had issues with Cooke as well believe me. 'Binosh' is a close mucker of Ridyard and knows him better than I, and his thoughts on Jukes are pretty damming IMO.

I have placed on constant record here that I am a big fan of young Ridders. Has he been given an opportunity to cement his place at 6 for Leigh? Categorically not. It is a clear failure on Jukes part for me.

Will Ridyard be here next year? Well he could stay, as contracted, earning a living as a full time Leigh Rugby League player or he could go back roofing.

What do you think he will do?

I am hearing now Paul Cooke has been binned off. Young Drinkwater may be having second thoughts on leaving Leigh and returning home.

Watch this space.

Jukes has a huge Rowley shaped chip on his shoulder, unless he stops trying to destroy any last remnants of that squad he will never move forward here. Riddy is a prime example of that.

Nowt to worry about then if we play them in the million pound game next year . All e

Gets rid of Rowley's style of rugby, yet keeps the penalties conceded and inability to win a collision or defend from marker that we always had...

In Hardaker on a season long loan leading to a permanent contract when back in super league. Well I can dream

I personally don’t like Riddy I think he’s arrogant and chubby but atleast he’s loyal to Leigh and played through the pain barrier for us.

And he bought all lads a bacon barm every morning before training.

I like Drinky,and hope he stays. If Ridy is back fair enough,but that means two 6's again or two 7's and who will spit the dummy first?

Possible current state of play!

[uINS[/u
Reynolds (confirmed by club)
Acton (confirmed by club)
Hansen (confirmed by club)
Crooks (confirmed by club)
Richards (confirmed by club)
Evans (confirmed by club)
Ridyard ?
McNally ?

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Jukes
Purtill[/i


[uMAY BE[/u
Drinkwater

[uOUTS[/u
Goodwin
Maria
Hampshire
Hood
Hock
Higson
Paterson
Vea
Stewart
Tickle
Langi
Pellisier
Clare
Fleming (assume loan period ended)

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[uUNKNOWN[/u
Dawson
Mortimer
Green
Hopkins
Forster
Thompson
Burr

Any more info?

Has Cooke left of his own freewill?
If not it seems bizarre we get rid of an assistant coach and yet the head coach (who is totally in charge and has full responsibilty)remains.
Pleased to see the players we have retained thus far.

Jamie Acton (25)
Ben Crooks (24)
Rhys Evans (24)
Greg Richards (22)
Ben Reynolds (23)

There certainly seems to be a plan of action.

Oh dear you moron, ARROGANT !! What planet are you on ??

I did say about Cooke and Ridy months back but I was accused of telling lies..... Quote ="mish"Well we all know what happens at our club when your face no longer fits, you don't get in the team no matter how good you are. I'll bet Ridy is laughing his head off at the boss of the coaching staff (Cookie).'" Quote ="LeythIg"Not the first time you've suggested that Cooke is calling the shots. If so, Jukes needs to go, as he should be strong enough to keep his authority on things.'" Quote ="THECherry&Whites"You only need to watch training sessions at the LSV to see that Jukes is calling the shots. Makes you wonder why people post lies about Cookie? Do these people have hidden agendas? Or do they just like being mischievous?'" viewtopic.php?f=22&t=606052&start=110

I did say about Cooke and Ridy months back but I was accused of telling lies..... Quote ="mish"Well we all know what happens at our club when your face no longer fits, you don't get in the team no matter how good you are. I'll bet Ridy is laughing his head off at the boss of the coaching staff (Cookie).'" Quote ="LeythIg"Not the first time you've suggested that Cooke is calling the shots. If so, Jukes needs to go, as he should be strong enough to keep his authority on things.'" Quote ="THECherry&Whites"You only need to watch training sessions at the LSV to see that Jukes is calling the shots. Makes you wonder why people post lies about Cookie? Do these people have hidden agendas? Or do they just like being mischievous?'" viewtopic.php?f=22&t=606052&start=110

Not convinced how a assistant coach can carry so much influence over the head coach!..Jukes must have agreed with Cooke's recommendation surrounding Ridyard. Both should go.

It's also Martyn's testimonial this year