Looks a very good side, i still dont understand why they pick wood over Smith, and another thing i dont understand is why is John kicking instead of Smith?

Both him and Aiton, looks like we have two of the best no9's in SL which IMHO is vital as the interchange is now reduced. Would seem strange not to play them both especially as Aiton can cover L/F I'm led to believe.

aiton is nailed on to be players' player of the year from what i've heard.

Well it would be a refreshing change from the boredom of the usual lot contesting it!
To say SL was supposed to be getting more competitive (mentioned years ago) I'm afraid there is still a huge gap between top and bottom-let's hope it can be closed!

If Ellis is out does that mean Wood will be back up hooker?

Yep