Same the other way around, just not being talked about.

How so? Hampshire is definitely wasted on the wing IMO

Imagine the criticism Chester would get, if...after 3-4 pretty decent performances on the trot, in the biggest game of the season he suddenly changes full back and scrum half! It’s an absolutely ludicrous suggestion!

I’d just make one change involving a few players...Atkins to replace Hampshire on the wing...his powerful running and hard yards early in tackle counts will be a huge asset. I also like the idea of high kicks to that side in an attacking position as he’s excellent in the air and will beat Dixon every time.

I’d then have Hampshire on the bench..

1) If Atkins does struggle fitness wise he can slot in.

2) Option to come on anywhere in the pivots if things aren’t working out and an option to run at tired London forwards..

Gwaze to drop out of the 17.

Totally agree with you 1 - BROUGH he’s played every game when fit so why change now in a sudden death gain
2_ Atkins has to start on wing - gives us an extra forward when we are driving from line - something we’ve really lacked since bill and Tom were injured

Personally would revert HAMPSHIRE to full back and escare to bench just because he is better under high ball

I agree Hampshire is wasted on the wing but in a game like this we need the experience of Brough so I would rule that swap out straight away, Millers off the cuff rugby plus I wouldn't play him at 6 anyway and Escare at fullback as I see him as more an attacking threat, adding Hampshire on the wing is a waste of his talent but means we've got more going forward in each and every position. Escare doesn't seem to do anything when out wide...

Experience of Brough means jack all now. He’s part of the reason we’re in this mess.

I see your point. My worry for both of them is dealing with their attacking contested kicks. If fit, i would be happy to see Atkins on the wing for a bit of height and strength and Rocky to full back. If Chester doesn't trust Gwaze then Escare on the bench as he could have an impact late on if we need a try but i'd prefer four forwards on the bench.

I don't get the move of Hampshire to fullback for high ball safety. He's had some pretty horrible moments himself.
Jowitt yes of course. Safe as you like. Other two are all about attack.
The extra that Escare brings is beasting the defence. He really gets into them and it clearly works.

Agree r.e Jowitt, think he's best after a run of games though so wouldn't be bringing him back for this one especially when he has been playing 6 for the reserves (i think).

With Hampshire, I would back him to take any kick so long as he doesn't have to out-jump anyone.

I can not make it on Friday. Please please please make some noise and get behind the team. Constant chants and applause from the kick off. Try not to sink if London score first , keep the lads
going from start to finish.

Alas I fear London may do the jumping for the ball thing.

Ending up with Dixon in possession and breaking away, as he does against most teams.

Escare
BJB
Lyne
Atkins
Hampshire
Miller
Brough
Tangata
Randell
Kopczack
Kirmond
Tanginoa
Crowther

Wood
King
Green
Arundel

I will give Broughy his due he controlled that game tonight and tanginoa was superb in a good pack performance

Couldn't make it to the KC tonight so watched your game.

Can't understand how it came to this. Ex-FC boys Brough and Miller controlled the game and your defence was excellent.

cheers lads we owe you one

Excellent defensive effort. Gritty win, brough tormenting with the boot, exactly why we brought him in. Kelepi collosal, absolutely outstanding. Note to club get Eddie Battye signed up quality forward.

Cheers for that win guys. At least you could do what we (Rovers) couldn,t, that,s beat the Broncos. We would have gone if you had lost, due to yet another flaming golden point loss. That really would have been a sickener too far. Once again, well done, now back to our usual rivalries next season.Lets hope both our teams can avoid this scenario next year....Wow, that was horrible.
Tough for London, they gave a few teams a scare, especially us.

Thoughts on Escare now he's played a few games for you? Rumours over this end that a permanent move is on the cards.

It’s quite simple really...for too long a periods over the season we’ve missed too much quality through injuries and it’s hurt is badly...we were in a real slump and I’d say only the late additions of Escare, Green and Tangata gave the squad the shot in the arm it needed...otherwise we may well have been the ones going down tonight!

I thought we were excellent value for the win tonight...started with real intent defensively...countless times getting 3 or 4 men in the tackle and driving London back...on the whole we completed sets really well, made few errors and gave few penalties away...

All those saying Brough should have been dropped and panicking over Abdul’s bombs....well...if that wasn’t a kicking masterclass from Brough I don’t know what is...a superb performance and just shows when our pack get on top Brough still is capable of quality performances.

Thought Kelepi was outstanding too...what a signing he’s been...just a shame the timing of his arrival saw us depleted and struggling...can’t wait to see him next year in a pack with the likes of Fifita, Ashurst and Arona back in...let’s all pray next season is a bit kinder on the injury front and we can kick on with improving our ground!

The turning point for the season was the signings of Escare, Green and Tanginoa that brought a new dimension to the team.

Completely agree. Brough could easily have had the man of the match but Kelepi played 60 minutes straight with 20 at prop. Really runs with intent.
Be interesting to see where we play him next year as he's on Ashurst's side at the moment.

Ultimately defence won us that game. We really shut them out.

He's one of those players who you hate when he's playing against you, but I imagine he'd be a folklore hero playing for you.

Escare has done really well since joining and has no doubt played his art in helping keep us up.

If the rumours are true that we’re signed Alex Walker I’d be delighted with that and I’d say thanks and let Escare go and keep Hampshire instead for his utility value as I think he adds more overall...

And TJ, if your talking quality!