Hey Kennellers,
Long time reader, life long Bulldogs fan and first time poster!
Have seen a fair bit of the boys down here on the far south coast the last few days and thought I’d share my thoughts.
At meet and greet at Pambula SLC Thursday afternoon had a good chat with Napa, spoke glowingly of the club thus far and said feeling amongst group is really positive. He seemed relaxed and in a good head space. Jacko assured me they’d be super competitive this season and improve on last year. Nick Meaney is a really polite, friendly and well spoken kid who’s rapt to be at the club. Tolman was engaging said he can’t wait to rip in and thinks the squads well balanced, good blend of youth and experience.
Watched them train today at Tathra, Adam Elliot was in his element on his home turf. Great to see them doing plenty of ball work and passing. Based on the captains run looks as though Cogger and Foran start in the halves, Hoppa at the back, Montoya/Smith right side, Holland/Crichton left, Elliot lock, Jacko and RFM edges, front row Tolman, Napa and Lichaa.
Had a good chat with Dean after the session, said he’s starting Cogger to keep Lewis on his toes, doesn’t want him getting ahead of himself or thinking he’s an automatic selection. Cogger looked sharp, good talker and great hands/short passing game. Foran trained strongly, very professional and dedicated, but he does look stiff in his movements, hope he has a strong year but concerned it may be a case of mind willing, body not able.
Boys had dinner at the club and were playing barefoot bowls when I left. It’s obvious being around them how happy, united and positive they are as a group. I’m genuinely excited again about our future and proud to be a bulldog.
Will be at the trial in Bega tomorrow and probably down at the beach early Sunday morning to see them do a recovery session. Absolutely awesome for the local communities to have the Raiders and Bulldogs down here, it’s like Christmas all over again for my kids, and Dads been loving it as well!
Up the Doggies
