Where does everyone think Rovers need to improve to maintain our progression.
Off the field we were voted club of the year in 08, and its quite clear that on the pitch we have made great strides, but what positions or players do we need to improve on, to get up to the consistancy of teams like Saints, and where do we need to be going off the field, Contruction? Marketing? Sponsors?I ask because as others have found to their peril, you can't rest on your laurels

Secret offshore bank accounts?

We need a couple of additions to the first team squad, an out and out hooker and a utility back but more focus on the youth set up to carry on the good work that has already been done. It was great to see six youngsters given their shirts on the pitch on sunday and lets hope more and more recognise our club as the one to sign for in this city.

1. Producing our own players, but I'm moderately confident about that.

2. I'm happy with the squad, but it is maybe a bit prop heavy now. Another hooker would be good, especially if he could cover SH as well. The sort of role Drew or Obst do, though not necessarily those particular players. No criticism of Fisher or Dobson there - just it'd be nice to have some more depth there.

3. The stadium is the big one, IMO. If Cas, Wakefield, Saints and Salford all get their shiny new stadiums built and we don't get the new North stand, that will do us no favours at all.

I am sure the board are aware that the RFL will definately be bringing in a 'new' club in 2012 and that it is more than likely to be at the expense of a club already in SL, hopefully it will not be solely down to the ground, but we will have to show some improvement in this area very soon.

I think everyone is aware of the intentions off the field, and I believe once the global finacial crisis has eased, that there will be movement on the stadium front.
Hasn't justin already hinted at the future of the hooker position, didn't he say that he saw Scott Murrell in that position in the long term, and with Fitzy's contract due to run out at the end of the year and Ben Fisher extending his deal, I recon the long term issue of the hooker lies with those two. maybe Cookie to 13 and I'anson to 6,(or maybe even Locker to 6icon_wink.gif )

Murrell is becoming a good quality loose forward, leave him there, if Cooke does go to 13 I'Anson is not the long term answer at 6, we would need to bring someone in if we cannot develop one in time.

I personally dont see Murrell as a hooker at all, Im really happy with the way his game is progressing as it is.

His strength is immense, the way he shoved off the Cats player to set up the first try was great and it took the same strength (and a bit of momentum) to score his. He also tackles like a demon.

I think moving Scotty from Loose would be a massive mistake. He has developed into a massive player for us as the 3rd pivot.
Fisher and a more scooting oriented player works well for Rovers.

Anyway IMO Murrell doesn't have the pace for hooker.

I agree. Scotty should remain at loose forward. If Fitzy goes then Charlie is decent cover at hooker.

I'm not so sure on that score, think it may be expanded again. I think a lot depends on Celtic. I hope you get thrown out mind

I think we rely on Fitzy and Galea too much.

Galea yes, but rely is a very strong word

I don't agree, we are a team with talent across the park these days. We rely on all our players, but I don't think there is an over reliance on any player, even Dobbo.

I'd say brining a 2nd hooker in is an area to strengthen for next season for you guys.

Just seen Murrell's try against Catalan again, classy effort. His set up for Colbon's try was decent also.

I agree. Next year will be Fisher's last and I'd like to see a quality hooker brought in to rotate with Fish and play beyond 2010.

There's no denying how well we are doing, but to consistently keep up with the Leeds and Saints of this world, you only have to flip it on its head and think who would walk into their sides. At this moment in time I think Fox and Galea would.
Fox because he's an English winger and Galea because he is one of the most talented back rowers in SL.

Suppose it just shows for me how much of a force Leeds and Saints are still.
Given it's our 3rd year in Super League I don't think we're doing too bad!

Fisher's deal runs out at the end of 2011.

Now Rovers are spending close to the cap and have built a true SL squad, it is about making the best of what you have got, more than bringing in top players. To sign a big-earner you have to release a big-earner. Leeds and Saints are the top teams as much, or more IMO, because they are the best collectives. They have top players, but they are made to look even better because of the familiarity and fluency of the team. Continuity, with just one or two good signings from outside the club each year is the way to [imaintain[/i a squad.

we do have talent across the field i totally agree, i do think galea is relied on to much though.

having seen a lot of reserve games this season, scott spaven looked pretty sharp at hooker, good scooting runs, has a few more years to learn the ropes.

Been touched upon but ground improvements are vital to attract more away support. 8000 home fans is great but with more teams bringing 1500/2000 supporters it will make a big difference to to the coffers.

Its happy days at Rovers

, great coach & board, passionate players , and brilliant fans , we rose like a phoenix from the flames, we were in trouble but with hard work and passion we have survived and are now the top team in the city , we didnt sell our souls and identity and merge our board is made up of ex players and fans who care about our club, who treat the fans well and have a great rapport with us.

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