According to the weather forecast the match will be played at the heighth of the storm. Westerly wind of 45 to 50mph and torrential rain. Batley have a big pack so the conditions will suit them. We need to try and build up a swift lead but if we have to play against the wind that could be difficult. A shame also as the conditions will probably reduce the attendance but I shall be there.
Looking forward to the game . Not been any of the pre season games , I never bother with them . With such a turnover in the squad this year theres bit of nervous anticipation in what to expect , it seems such a long time since the last home game of 2019.
Hope the weather doesnt spoil the game too much. Given the restrictions of the Stalybridge pitch on Sunday, I was hoping our quick backs would be able to cut loose tomorrow!
Dwyer playing for the reserves today along with Hatton, O’neil and Dugdale. So one change to the 17 tomorrow, Leuluai for Dwyer. He could either come in at loose forward or on the bench with Grady starting. Cooper must be injured as mentioned as not playing for the reserves today.
We must be going with Edge and Lyons on the bench again along with Farnworth and Grady/Leuluai.
Guess swapping in and out 1 or 2 players in the pack won’t make a lot of difference and will give sheens an idea of those he’s swapped who he wants playing for the bigger game Vs London
Dwyer playing for the reserves today along with Hatton, O’neil and Dugdale. So one change to the 17 tomorrow, Leuluai for Dwyer. He could either come in at loose forward or on the bench with Grady starting. Cooper must be injured as mentioned as not playing for the reserves today.
We must be going with Edge and Lyons on the bench again along with Farnworth and Grady/Leuluai.