Sorry Shire Dog I'm just a footy tragic and 56 year old doggies supporter.
Not saying the boy is ready now but I see the potential that can be blooded in NSW cup for a few more years. That's all I'm saying.
Most middles aren't ready properly till 23 to 25 years old.
I don't have any agenda here apart from giving players a fair go.
James plays 70 min in the middle last week makes 40 tackles misses 1...and you say his defence is not up to speed.
Regardless of not starting the kid is 21 and has not looked out of place since he was 18...with no footy last...
Roumanos played 70min in the middle last week in cup. Made 40 tackles. He's only 21 years old.
How do u figure that.
Besides that I'm not saying he's a first grader but I'm sure he wouldn't look out of place.
Generally a young 21yr old middle forward normally comes of the bench...that's how they blood them...unless you're called payne hass who is a monster.
Give the kids a break. Focus on the highly paid guys who don't perform.
I thought James Roumanos was good on and off the ball. Good offloads good one on one strip and good ball player...hes a work in progress. We need smart players too.