just watching magic Broncos v Hull (who look as inept and disorganised team as I have seen at this kevel in a while) Rourke looks a decent prospect, if a little raw... Tbh he looks more like a three quarter to me... big fast and raw boned

Stunned how many ex trinity players are out there

Wow what a try

I agree, he has all the attributes to make a great centre. Even though he is also a good full back

Looks like he could transition to centre.

Seems we are trying to turn Booth into a centre though I think Booth would be a good wing option.

Doesn’t hurt to have plenty of potential around the club. Hopefully we are the right environment to develop them.

Having watched Rourke admittedly on tv he looks just what we need, he’s scored 7 in 7 playing for worst team in super league, good under high ball , a decent bit of size and pace be a great signing for us. We still only have a an announced signed squad of about 19 (if you exclude booth lawford smith ) even adding in Rourke parcell truman plus possibly extending couple existing players we still would only have a squad of about 26 , given what has happened to us over last few years with typically 7-8 of our starting 17 injured for most of season we can’t get enough cover

I agree but there is a lot of versatility in that 19, nearly all can play two positions well. I think Powell has stated that he is looking mainly for multi talents players to help fill inevitable gaps. Used to work for Kear. I accept we need a few specialists, but in the modern game it’s the way to go. I expect a squad of around 28 but with few decent lads on reserve deals.

Could he be of interest to us ? Does anyone know anything about him ? https://www.examinerlive.co.uk/sport/ru ... k-29763169

Could he be of interest to us ? Does anyone know anything about him ? https://www.examinerlive.co.uk/sport/ru ... k-29763169

I heard a rumour today that we are talking to an NRL prop but no names mentioned

Quote ="Dr Dreadnought"Could he be of interest to us ? Does anyone know anything about him ? https://www.examinerlive.co.uk/sport/ru ... k-29763169'" Good player but he's a Lino type player. We need a Gale type player imho

Quote ="Dr Dreadnought"Could he be of interest to us ? Does anyone know anything about him ? https://www.examinerlive.co.uk/sport/ru ... k-29763169'" Good player but he's a Lino type player. We need a Gale type player imho

Definitely, if the rumours on Truman are true then I can’t see us being in for another halfback.

Be interesting to see what we do with the final quota spot.

Talking of props I liked the look of Bienek for London.

Agree with the above - we need to replace Gale, and if Trueman is fit and firing he could become that.

As for an NRL prop, there are quite a few off contract:

Martin Taupau - 34, nowhere near the same strike he had in his prime, but has been rumoured to be moving over to the UK at some point
Liam Knight - 29, solid Jai Whitbread type, no superstar
Isaac Liu - 33, but still solid and could bring some good experience to a young pack
Matt Lodge - 29, penalty machine, battering ram, awful bloke
Mahakesi Makatoa - 31, a slightly less effective Isaac Liu
Jordan McLean - 33, huge presence who doesn't run his weight but is still hard to handle, would be a very interesting addition
Sione Fainu - 23 and not very tested, a bit like getting another Atoni or Vagana in

As for Bienek, I played against him a couple of times, and he's a brilliant carrier of the ball but not that dynamic. There's a reason he didn't kick on at Hull, and he's probably playing well at London because he's home again, playing with his mates.

https://www.examinerlive.co.uk/sport/ru ... e-29772949

https://www.examinerlive.co.uk/sport/ru ... e-29772949

Interesting this isn't it. I don't really understand the benefit to European rugby league either - any ideas?

I don't think it will positively affect Trin very soon. As far as I can tell, Lino and Walmsley wouldn't come off until 2027, Atoni 2029, and the rest 2030. If we sign Parcell, he'd come off in 2026.

The article states that it only applies to six consecutive years in SL, they'd all reset next year year anyway. It'd be 2031 before we saw the benefit.

Wouldn’t Parcell come off next season as he’s been in superleague since 2017?

This may open up the odd player for us to look at.

Tom Opacic and Parcell thank you.

No they are looking at 2026 not next season

Not really all that keen on either to be honest, the only advantage to them is that they're experienced at SL level, which makes them less of a risk than any overseas recruits, however they have both had injuries this season which has restricted their appearances, the other question is do we want to use a quota spot on a centre, based on our recruitment so far I think I would put my faith in the club coming up with better. If they are targets the best I would like to see us offering is a one year contract with an option of a second activatable by the club

It's like were doing a squad swap with KR.
Maybe Lino for Lewis next ?

https://www.examinerlive.co.uk/sport/ru ... ommunities Potential departures in Ashurst and Thornley.

https://www.examinerlive.co.uk/sport/ru ... ommunities Potential departures in Ashurst and Thornley.

Lino’s fan army wouldn’t be happy with that.

Not sure Lewis would be able to lace Lino’s boots.

Both would be good signings for 1-2 seasons. They would walk into the team too and improve us.

Though, we absolutely need a couple of second rowers. Be great if we could find a quality 9 and second row from somewhere.

Though I do like the look of Boothroyd, for a young lad he has gone well. I feel like if we can find a few good uk recruits he may be worth extending if he finishes the season strongly.

Can imagine there’s a fair bit of juggling happening behind the scenes.

https://www.loverugbyleague.com/post/wi ... e-provided Will we make a move for him? Should we?? Thoughts???

https://www.loverugbyleague.com/post/wi ... e-provided Will we make a move for him? Should we?? Thoughts???

Don't see why not.

Not for me, for the same reasons I quoted on the last umpteen threads that were posted about him