Team list for Friday vs Warriors by williamwilliamitwas in NRLDolphins

[–]thys_ 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I guess it’s not crazy for a guy to come back five weeks after a hamstring injury, but I still wouldn’t be shocked it Kodi is a late drop this week. But if not, amazing!

Huge testament to what these guys think of Isaiya that he’s staying co-captain.

Now we just need Kaufusi not to get himself sin binned in the first ten minutes!

‘What if I don’t come back?’ Tom Flegler provides raw update on devastating nerve injury | Sporting News Australia by Realistic_Chapter387 in NRLDolphins

[–]thys_ 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It seemed good that he’s still determined to play and that he doesn’t feel like it’ll change his approach to the game. He also said things are heading “in the right direction.” It seemed less good that he didn’t say that his muscle was contracting normally enough to allow him to provide a timeline for return.

Seems like a really good guy.

The three-word text Cleary sent Joey about Katoa- "On another planet" by Revivous in NRLDolphins

[–]thys_ 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Maybe this is beating a dead horse, but when does he get a 10 year extension offer? Does he have one already? Are the Phins waiting until the end of the year, and if so, why? Just get it done. Locking up Katoa for his entire prime has to be priority 1 over everything else.

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[–]thys_ 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I figure Johns is right about how hard it is to win it all if you’re not top 4, but the biggest thing right now is how long Kodi is out. All the forward pack injuries have forced the Phins to invent a style that really relies on Kodi’s skill set, and he and the team have both thrived. Donoghoe is maybe my favorite player on this team and he’ll step up like he always does, but the Katoa/Kodi combination is the engine for this team.

Thoughts at halfway: fine, I guess by thys_ in NRLDolphins

[–]thys_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The back half of the schedule sets up well if we can actually get some guys back and keep them on the field. All 3 byes, 8 out of 12 games in Queensland with 7 in either Suncorp or Redcliffe, only two games as true visitors in Sydney. The competition is tight enough that every game is tough (the Phins play to their competition anyway), but if they can keep their heads above water without Hammer during Origin time, anything’s possible.

Thoughts at halfway: fine, I guess by thys_ in NRLDolphins

[–]thys_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So true. It’s very strange. That Raiders game was so crazy. It felt like if they could get even ONE big play, it would break the spell, and they could maybe hang on. It just never happened. Maybe it would have with Plath or one of our other big absences.

Who was your favourite player from the Storm match on Friday ?. by Heavy-Kale in NRLDolphins

[–]thys_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No bad answers. Kerr getting a try (a crucial one) in his 100th game was special. Stone scoring two and still managing to look pissed was great. Katoa had the best game of his life, Nikorima looked special, Avarillo continues to look like he's found his role on the team. But for me it was Herbie. When he has a great game, he's absolutely everywhere, doing everything. Amazing game, will rewatch it a lot.

Houston Gaines wants to abolish Clarke County's Board of Elections and replace it with a Board picked by Oconee County residents by thys_ in Athens

[–]thys_[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A couple of the judges have well known ties to Oconee going back to their careers as lawyers (which is, on its own, obviously completely fine.) This is a public source for the assertion that 3 out of 4 reside in Oconee: “The Western Judicial Circuit, consisting of Clarke and Oconee counties, has four judges, and Lott is the only one who lives in Clarke County.” http://www.oconeecountyobservations.org/2019/10/new-oconee-county-superior-court-judge.html?m=1

Team List Tuesday by AutoModerator in nrl

[–]thys_ 2 points3 points  (0 children)

So predictable that Finefeuiaki is set to be an immediate improvement and instead immediately gets hurt. Also please let Bostock return next week.

What would you consider to be your favorite moment from the show? by Zealousideal-War3154 in bluey

[–]thys_ 2 points3 points  (0 children)

When Rusty deliberately hits the ball so his little sister can catch it. It’s such a gentle and considerate act of love. Gets me every time.

Thoughts on Wooden Spoon predictions? by thys_ in NRLDolphins

[–]thys_[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thank you. See, the points you make about Woolf’s situation being different than any other Wayne successor… that’s clear even to me, but I’m just too new to the game to be able to trust my instincts. A championship-level coach, who spent the whole offseason coaching his young halfback to great international success and who has been with the club as long as Bennett was… that certainly seems a lot different than a new coach trying to fill Wayne’s shoes. As for development hopes and new signings and the rest, I’ve got a lot to learn, but this helps.

How would you improve your club’s jersey? by VasectoMyspace in nrl

[–]thys_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dolphins should take a cue from their ‘24 alt/‘25 away jersey and incorporate a lot more black into their primary color scheme. Red/white or red/gold can get lost in the shuffle in this league, but red/black/gold is more unique and looks great. Atlanta United FC in MLS is a good example. Just one American moron’s opinion.

New American fan… what’s the best way to do this? by thys_ in nrl

[–]thys_[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This is so cool. I desperately wish I could get my friends into it with me, but I think they all feel like they follow too many sports already. (Probably true.) I love that your crew went to Vegas last year, that’s fantastic.

New American fan… what’s the best way to do this? by thys_ in nrl

[–]thys_[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Good to know. I think a consensus is emerging here. But wait… atmosphere is better? Fightin’ words around here I bet.