He has already given a great interview about the academy set up and what he would do if he was gaffer at the RFL....

hopefully, now he has been given the opportunity to put his own ideas and theories into play we will see some results ( as long as KC isnt pulling the strings calling for 5 drives and a safe kick )



in my humble opinion (and experience ) most assistants in whatever industry have a sound knowledge of whats is needed/expected, and are already aware of, and are good at moderating, the mood amongst the troops as they tend to be the go betweens. They also tend to have their own ideas how things `should` be done and the really good ones given a chance, pick up the ball and crack on....

With Mickey re-signing and bringing a much needed leader back onto the pitch and Purtill free to bring fresh ideas into the gameplan, i for one am looking forward to some exiting rugby

Shaun Edwards does not know how to get a team promoted and stay in SL. We need experience. I’m going to bang the Smith drum until someone else is announced.

Viva Tony Smith

They just got confused with the name that's all, they probably don't even know that we have our own Paul Anderson, they heard the name and came up with 5.

Know what you are saying Steve.

It just wouldnt feel right - S. Edwards was the "enemy" for so many years in the 80's. - get what I mean.

Nearly every coach in super league last year was the enemy Zulu. And we ended up with Cunningham. The one nobody wanted as coach in another name

Edwards carries no credentials in this sport as a coach. You might aswell have Charlie coaching.

Cmon Atomic, give a Clown a break,I'd give it a go,I won the Fax Fantasy League,a couple of years ago,and remember ,Charlie knows.

Everyone has to start somewhere.

One thing Edwards would bring would be passion and i can imagine some his coaching to be 'raw' and 'Murpheyesque!'

All he would need in my opinion is a decent number 2 because no one can doubt his knowledge of the game as a player.

How many years was Powell on the brink with Featherstone without success. Three on the trot? Now look where he is top end super league coach Terzis was on the brink of promotion with us. Sacked too soon imo and gone into the wildernrness. I think we need look no further than Salford for the right deal and outright control of team management I reckon we could get the right man for the job in Watson

How many years was Powell on the brink with Featherstone without success. Three on the trot? Now look where he is top end super league coach Terzis was on the brink of promotion with us. Sacked too soon imo and gone into the wildernrness. I think we need look no further than Salford for the right deal and outright control of team management I reckon we could get the right man for the job in Watson

Maybe Steve, but why would he want to leave Salford?

Dont think we will get the No1 target, but lets hope

Charlie. Its ll documented that Salford are once again struggling financially without the good doctor in charge fan base is very poor with very little interest. He has asked for more funding for players. Not forthcoming. I think that Leigh. Without Cunningham would be a viable option for him. Degsts cash. Good fanbase. Without Cunningham I think and connections from past. Think thats enough for now me owd pal

Watson had Salford playing good rugby. I question his ability to win a real arm wrestle of a game. Is he hard enough to manage this team? I don’t think so. We harp on we’ve so many NRL appearances in this team. We need someone who won’t let egos take over. Watson again I doubt it. Is Watson man enough to stand up to DB and make him keep out? He couldn’t keep Doc out of meddling at Salford could he?

Good points Tom. But in all honesty who is going to keep Derek out of matters this is why it looks like Cunningham will get the gig cos I think that with him Degsy will get all area access and more so happy days. At least for those two

KP was assistant to Mick Potter and Royce Simmons at St Helens, and Paul (Baloo) Anderson at Huddersfield Giants. I for one really hope he can turn this around, and if he does, he should stand up for what he wants with no interference from above. He may even get the job full time.

Missed Basil off, but i agree KP have an opportunity to step out of the shadows. I feel he should take this and run with it, my only concern is he is part of the coaching set up which has failed and has had the team disengage

Fair post TBH, But i'm just not sure about Basil,That's why i want KP to do well,and not be a yes man to DB. If someone is to come in,then i would like to try Baloo, and KP as his assistant coach.

The post was about who KP had been an assistant too, i just added IM to the list, please read slowly and carefully before replying to posts, its easier for everyone

There's no chance Basil will come back. Has a cushy job at St George.

Yes i know you added IM to the list, you need to read even slower. I said i wasn't sure about IM, That's why i suggested that it should be Baloo. Now don't keep posting with that crap and confusing folk,it would be much easier to say what you really mean sometimes. The names i initially mentioned were SL coaches that KP was assistant to,so i would forget about Basil.

So C'mon , say what you mean. Who is the No.1 target? Who are you thinking/hoping it is?

Salford fan in peace.
Gotta say I like DB’s comments today and nice to hear he is trying to look after Jukes post Rugby bu offering him a job. We live in the moment and forget about people post rugby. You only have to look at our captain mal alker to see how it can all go wrong. Be proud of your club and owner in acting in a dignified way.

Good luck for the rest of the season and hope u guys do well, but your not having Watto he’s a best coach for quite a while so imagine we would put up quite a fight as can see him having a bright future.

Who did KP first coach under at Saints?

Given their time together at St.Helens. It will be interesting how Purtill's relationship with Cunningham materialises as a Head Coach and Director of Rugby over the coming weeks.