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I_Saw_Shaw_Score

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  • Apr 18, 2018
  • #771
2 new signings in tomorrow forward and back from Championship teams.

@Kneeza any idea who the ‘big’ signing at fly half that Tim mentioned in his blog on Sunday is meant to be!? Saw it was confirmed it wasn’t Myler.
 

I_Saw_Shaw_Score

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  • Apr 18, 2018
  • #772
Oh wow if this story is genuine and it’s come from Gloucester this is one hell of a signing, on top of the 2 tomorrow!

Gloucester wing set to join Coventry
 
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I_Saw_Shaw_Score

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  • Apr 19, 2018
  • #773
A warm Cov welcome to Jake and Adam – Coventry Rugby

Interesting!

Young lads, plenty of Championship experience though and a player coach at 26 and comes with high praise from his former club.
 
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Kneeza

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  • Apr 19, 2018
  • #774
I had no idea who was coming in (they've tightened up on security somewhat).
If this is the 'big' signing that blog refers to, then it's pretty underwhelming TBF, even though he's a decent enough stand-off.
 
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I_Saw_Shaw_Score

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  • Apr 19, 2018
  • #775
Kneeza said:
I had no idea who was coming in (they've tightened up on security somewhat).
If this is the 'big' signing that blog refers to, then it's pretty underwhelming TBF, even though he's a decent enough stand-off.
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Agree guess RW is going to ‘big up’ whoever he gets in over big names like Myler etc (I see he’s off to Ealing as well.)
 

I_Saw_Shaw_Score

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  • Apr 20, 2018
  • #776
Coventry Rugby announce new digital screen partner! – Coventry Rugby

30 meter square screen!
 

I_Saw_Shaw_Score

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  • Apr 20, 2018
  • #777
Supporters’ Player of the Season Award 2017/18

Player of the season vote

It could be won by any of about 6

I got it down to Dacres & Oram and went for Oram more for the fact I don’t think he will finish in the top 3 as he’ll potentially be the ‘forgotten’ man but he gets my vote!
 

Kneeza

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  • Apr 20, 2018
  • #778
I_Saw_Shaw_Score said:
30 meter square screen!
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Really? Kidding, surely?
 

I_Saw_Shaw_Score

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  • Apr 21, 2018
  • #779
Kneeza said:
Really? Kidding, surely?
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What it says if I’ve read that right!?
 

I_Saw_Shaw_Score

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  • Apr 21, 2018
  • #780
From Lidl to Tesco’s Finest, but Waitrose will just have to wait…

Some big statements from RW to Tim at training!
And RW & the club seem to always follow through with what they say.

A 6”7 22 stone 2nd row still to come in sounds interesting!
 

Kneeza

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  • Apr 21, 2018
  • #781
I_Saw_Shaw_Score said:
What it says if I’ve read that right!?
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Yep, that's what it says, but I don't believe it!
 

I_Saw_Shaw_Score

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  • Apr 21, 2018
  • #782
Poor from Cov this trailing close game but constantly missing the first tackle!

Not helped by the irritating DMP fans around me!
 
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I_Saw_Shaw_Score

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  • Apr 21, 2018
  • #783
Lost by 10 46-36 not at the races defensively every time DMP got past our 40m line they were through and over.

Promoted yes, injuries yes, but shame to see an amazing season run out of steam as it is and losing the amazing home record to boot.

Hopefully end the season on a high next Saturday!
 
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I_Saw_Shaw_Score

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  • Apr 21, 2018
  • #784
15 minute delay today for a head/neck injury to DMP player ambulance called hope he’s ok, just read this story about Rob Horne who was injured last Saturday awful news

Rob Horne retires from professional rugby through injury
 
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I_Saw_Shaw_Score

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  • Apr 25, 2018
  • #785
Few more out today, including Litchfield who I always rated but fell out of favour 2nd half of the season, still young at 24/25 for a prop & Setu who never even played I don’t think and has been injured this season since signing and was a big signing from Aus.
 

I_Saw_Shaw_Score

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  • Apr 25, 2018
  • #786
Many from SBT going up Saturday for the final game?
 
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I_Saw_Shaw_Score

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  • Apr 25, 2018
  • #787

Guess that’ll be David Halaifonua
 

I_Saw_Shaw_Score

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  • Apr 26, 2018
  • #788
A winger that likes a hit!

 
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Kneeza

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  • Apr 26, 2018
  • #789
I_Saw_Shaw_Score said:
Few more out today, including Litchfield who I always rated but fell out of favour 2nd half of the season, still young at 24/25 for a prop & Setu who never even played I don’t think and has been injured this season since signing and was a big signing from Aus.
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Setu played one league game, at Old Albanian in September (at No8) and did his shoulder.
Litchfield rarely stopped moaning TBF, and really couldn't get to grips with artificial pitches, so I'm not in the least bit surprised that he's been released. #attitude Admittedly no props are big fans of 'carpets' given the difficulties they have readjusting foot position while under pressure and being turned, but it's the same for both front rows, so suck it up eh? (Some big beasts still to come in, so no worries on that score).
 

I_Saw_Shaw_Score

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  • Apr 26, 2018
  • #790
Kneeza said:
Setu played one league game, at Old Albanian in September (at No8) and did his shoulder.
Litchfield rarely stopped moaning TBF, and really couldn't get to grips with artificial pitches, so I'm not in the least bit surprised that he's been released. #attitude Admittedly no props are big fans of 'carpets' given the difficulties they have readjusting foot position while under pressure and being turned, but it's the same for both front rows, so suck it up eh? (Some big beasts still to come in, so no worries on that score).
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How many more due to come in?

Was reading on Tims blog I think is it 6 non English qualified players in matchday squad, so assuming there won’t be anymore Tongans and Fijians? Some powerful bits in for next season!
 

Kneeza

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  • Apr 26, 2018
  • #791
It's an average of six measured over a period of time.
One hooker, two props, two locks/back row, and a 9. (Kessell a possible, and he wants to come, but currently tied to saints. They have lost one, but have one more coming in, and it depends where Kessell ends up in the pecking order. A back-up 9 has also been lined up and is viewed as the most likely result.
Dacres is to be used at six next season BTW as this is viewed as best at that level given his relative lack of size.
Nilsen finishes at the end of next season, so the new hooker will be viewed as longer term, and prob on a two year contract if the right one has been secured.
 

I_Saw_Shaw_Score

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  • Apr 26, 2018
  • #792
Kneeza said:
It's an average of six measured over a period of time.
One hooker, two props, two locks/back row, and a 9. (Kessell a possible, and he wants to come, but currently tied to saints. They have lost one, but have one more coming in, and it depends where Kessell ends up in the pecking order. A back-up 9 has also been lined up and is viewed as the most likely result.
Dacres is to be used at six next season BTW as this is viewed as best at that level given his relative lack of size.
Nilsen finishes at the end of next season, so the new hooker will be viewed as longer term, and prob on a two year contract if the right one has been secured.
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A 9 is a must, I hate being critical after the season they’ve had but White on Saturday was driving me potty stupid / pointless box kicks, I’d be worried if he’s next years first choice.

Dacres move to 6 is understandable.

Nilsen injury has definitely played a part in standards slipping for sure same with Makafai & Narraway missing
 

Kneeza

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  • Apr 26, 2018
  • #793
I_Saw_Shaw_Score said:
A 9 is a must, I hate being critical after the season they’ve had but White on Saturday was driving me potty stupid / pointless box kicks, I’d be worried if he’s next years first choice.

Dacres move to 6 is understandable.

Nilsen injury has definitely played a part in standards slipping for sure same with Makafai & Narraway missing
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Agreed, all that.
The 9 they are talking to is playing hardball on a silly salary demand (i've literally just been told), so we'll have to see.
 

I_Saw_Shaw_Score

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  • Apr 27, 2018
  • #794
Kneeza said:
Agreed, all that.
The 9 they are talking to is playing hardball on a silly salary demand (i've literally just been told), so we'll have to see.
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So not Kessell? Is it a ‘bigger’ name & ‘better’ option than Kessell.

I think 99.9% of Cov fans would have him back!
 
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Kneeza

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  • Apr 27, 2018
  • #795
No names, no etc.
As 'big' if not bigger, but 'better' is moot, but the main target is Kessell as he's already been here on loan and fits in really well and is a known quantity (and may even be slightly cheaper).
I think all Cov fans would have him back (unless they're rather peculiar).
 
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Nick

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  • Apr 27, 2018
  • #796
Just had a feature on itv news but used the ccfc badge. Thought I'd missed some great news for ccfc.
 
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Ashdown

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  • Apr 27, 2018
  • #797
Why are the Telegraph not promoting this huge day at the BPA tomorrow........as bias as ever to the Cuckoos in CV6 !? This whole event should be rocking, lots of other stuff going on plus the champions last home game and collection of the trophy !! It ought to be rammed.........but has it been pushed enough ?! We've got our tickets and shall be meeting friends, looking forward to seeing some Cov success !
 
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I_Saw_Shaw_Score

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  • Apr 27, 2018
  • #798
Been thinking the same this week, I’m hoping to bring 2 that usually don’t go but that’s tbc but I don’t think there will be over 3k there let alone the league record crowd.
 
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Ashdown

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  • Apr 27, 2018
  • #799
If I could levy one obvious shortcoming at CRFC though is that their marketing department isn't very proactive at all. They seem to rely on a lot of word and mouth and regular support remaining loyal. Especially now with promotion they need to get out there and let everyone know that the real rugby club in Cov is back on the up !
 
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I_Saw_Shaw_Score

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  • Apr 27, 2018
  • #800
Ashdown said:
If I could levy one obvious shortcoming at CRFC though is that their marketing department isn't very proactive at all. They seem to rely on a lot of word and mouth and regular support remaining loyal. Especially now with promotion they need to get out there and let everyone know that the real rugby club in Cov is back on the up !
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Agree, I had a ‘situation’ 3 years ago which still gripes me. Especially with the lot in CV6 buzzing around they should be doing more.

But I guess they’re doing the right things with sponsors & corporate which gets them more £££ than the regular supporter, if that’s the approach they’d rather take.
 
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Ashdown

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  • Apr 27, 2018
  • #801
I_Saw_Shaw_Score said:
Agree, I had a ‘situation’ 3 years ago which still gripes me. Especially with the lot in CV6 buzzing around they should be doing more.

But I guess they’re doing the right things with sponsors & corporate which gets them more £££ than the regular supporter, if that’s the approach they’d rather take.
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Still needs us boys and girls to get them over the line ! Support encourages support and numbers mean footfall and increased attraction for sponsors !! Let's get the spiral going upwards for a change !!
 

I_Saw_Shaw_Score

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  • Apr 27, 2018
  • #802
Ashdown said:
Still needs us boys and girls to get them over the line ! Support encourages support and numbers mean footfall and increased attraction for sponsors !! Let's get the spiral going upwards for a change !!
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100% I will keep going etc but they haven’t helped themselves when supporters have tried to help them over the last few years bringing in new supporters and that still irks me, a few of those have now gone over to the Wasps side!

It’ll be interesting next year with the increased ticket prices etc how many more follow taking out sizeable away followings to present.
 

Otis

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  • Apr 27, 2018
  • #803
I_Saw_Shaw_Score said:
Many from SBT going up Saturday for the final game?
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Too distracted by what's going to be going on in the round ball game. Going to stay glued to SSN.

Would have liked to have gone otherwise.
 

I_Saw_Shaw_Score

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  • Apr 27, 2018
  • #804
Otis said:
Too distracted by what's going to be going on in the round ball game. Going to stay glued to SSN.

Would have liked to have gone otherwise.
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Ah poor excuse! The sky sports score centre app covers all bases!
 

Otis

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  • Apr 27, 2018
  • #805
I_Saw_Shaw_Score said:
Ah poor excuse! The sky sports score centre app covers all bases!
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I wouldn't be able to concentrate on the game, ISSS. I really wouldn't.

I like to focus on just one thing and I would be following SSN so intently I simply wouldn't be watching the rugby at all.
 
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