Gidley will not play 9.

he said playing hooker for Newcastle was the lowest point of his career.

To be fair ratchford only moved to centre when Russell went to fullback because of our injuries.

I think the best option would be ratchford at full back, gildey the controlling organising halfback and sandow the off the cuff half to go alongside him. Gildey won't go to nine because we have Clark and Dwyer.

1. Ratchford
6. Gidley
7. Sandow
9. Clarke

That's not a bad spine I suppose.

Do you honestly think our coaching staff has memories as long as a goldfish?
We've just been discussing a "one trick play" in another thread.
Although sometimes it does make you wonder.

I stand corrected. My thinking was that IF the Sandow thing happens, it'll have been more from a chance of circumstance that he's become available, which would maybe change the thinking behind how we utilise Gidley - I would still like to see one of our existing halves partnered by Gidley/Sandow, to develop further, as it's a little short-termism in my view to bring in two Aussie mercenaries at 6&7, as good as it might be for now, we'd be back to square 1 when they both leave.

But I guess with the versatility in the squad and the way we've shuffled things around this season with Russell on the wing, Bridge at HB or LF, Ratch playing everywhere, Clarke and Dwyer/Higham on the pitch at the same time you can't really second guess anything.

No I don't, and didn't say anything of the sort.

I said it makes perfect sense for him/his people to cash in on the buzz. Maybe I should have added the word "attempt" in there for clarity.

What I meant was that when a player gets some buzz, this sort of thing happens, esp if their future is a little in the balance.

I didn't say anywhere that Warrington, or anyone else will all of a sudden think Myler is a world beater and offer him the marquee spot.

The point I was making was there's a lot of Myler chat and rumour at the moment, which has obviously come from his people in the wake of his recent good press.

Myler is off and this isn't some recent play by his management ,smith is clearing the decks to bring in players who are going to deliver

Confirmed By Catalans on Twitter 2 year deal

God Help Catalan in 2016 if they can't get Carney fit . I couldn't think of a less inventive pair of halves than Myler and Bosc .. However he will be a top Foil for Carney .

Ah, what could've been. Good luck Richie, hope you can fulfil your potential in the South of France.

Good luck Richie....lets hope he can finish his time with us with a winners medal.

All the best Richie.


Just thinking though, after 5 years I'm struggling to remember anything much to look back on that we'll miss, aside from last week's try, Wembley in 12 perhaps

Its a long way from Headingley.

Myler is a good supporting half but not a lead half. Worked well with Briers as lead.
I thought he would have stepped up, but to be a lead half (and a youngish one) you've got to be a niggly little sod with lots of cheek to boss hardened pros with up to 10 more experience - like a Danny Brough.
Myler isn't that and I think doesn't feel comfortable in that role.
FWIW I'm not sure GOB / Patton are either but that could change if they learn from the new halves.

So whilst it's sad to see him go I think that if Sandow is as 'spunky' as is said it'll be a step forward.

Thanks for all your efforts Richie.

He scored a belter at Wigan a couple of years back, lovely couple of sidesteps.

Yes, there have been flashes of high quality play. The most memorable one must surely be the kick through at Wembley that left Hall stranded and an open try line for Monaghen - well, it was for me anyway. But they were like distant oasis in a desert, and it seems to me that Smith / Moran have finally had enough and given up on him.

I also get the feeling that Smith has woken up from a long slumber and we are seeing a big clear out at the HJ. Gone is the 'lets be patient' approach, although I suppose if you pay big money for imports like Lineham and Gidley, possibly the Sandyman as well, you can not afford to carry players that are either injured all the time, or simply not producing the goods. That could mean GOB and Wheeler might be on their way as well Asotasi and the rumoured Bridge to Widnes. Who is going to be next ?

I remember thinking it was Briers until I got round to watching it again the next day.

As I've said, COUNTLESS times before, he would be a lot bet better player, if he only took the line on, more often. Too many times, he's got rid of the ball too soon, which gives your opposition more time to anticipate plays.

Myler is one of the best supporting players (in a P&B shirt) I've seen in the last few decades, and, has one of the best defensive games for a player in the halves. He's had loads of great games for us, but typical human nature for some, they'll recall the bad ones, sooner.

His kicking game is good at best, yet, his kick for MonaghanJ was Briersesque in the 2012 CCF

Did he fulfil his transfer fee (it was big)? Probably not for me.

If he goes, I'll miss him.
Skelton will have to get that Blue Peter dog in quarantine, then.

Will be sad to see him go. I think 2011-13 he was one of our best players. His support play and his defence were exceptional and we benefitted greatly from both.

But it is the right time to freshen our halves up now. So I wish him all the best.

He was a big money signing, he is probably on a fair whack, thanks for all your efforts and all the best.

I get the feeling the management are going to make the most of all the exciting young players we have coming through. A handful of quality experienced players and a load of brilliant young players eager to impress. This group of players coming through now really do look the part. It's a luxury we have never had and the exact reason the club has invested so heavily in the youth setup.

Can't wait to see this side next season.

Absolutely THIS and never agreed with the 'haters'

Overall sorry to see him go I had visions of his support play paying massive dividends this year on the back of Clark and Hill rampaging forward....there's still time

I will be sorry to see Richie go but going to the dragons, for me, is better than going to Leeds etc. Monas will bring out best in him. Good luck but not when wire come over.

Agreed. I think lots of us expected/hoped he would step up to be our lead half after Briers retired, though it has become abundantly clear he just isn't the same sort of player - not a dig at Myler, just an observation. I doubt Leeds would have expected McGuire to take on Sinfield's role had Sinfield jacked it in a couple of years ago.
I wish him well - the times I've seen him, he's always looked like he gave a , at least.

Still time to win another trophy and go out on a high it is what it is players move on thanks for the memories

I have a feeling that Myler will probably play some of the best RL he's ever played over the next 3 months.

I've a feeling he could next year......