News maligned Bulldogs half delivers:

[djdeep4172]

DOGGIES’ BIG DAY OUT

The Bulldogs’ NRL side may have just fallen short of the win in Round 2, but their reserve grade side certainly didn’t.

After trailing 12-nil, the Dogs laid on nine unanswered tries to stun the Raiders with a 48-12 win.


Zach Dockar-Clay — who we mentioned last week as an astute signing — scored a double, while halves duo Brandon Wakehamand Kyle Flanagan combined for a try as well.

Both Wakeham and Flanagan had a day to remember and should give Bulldogs NRL coach Trent Barrett something to think about.

Wakeham scored a try, set up two more, had two linebreaks and 94 running metres, while Flanagan set up two tries, had two linebreak assists and 58 running metres. He also put in a nice cross-field kick in the lead-up to a try.

Jake Averillo has been given first shot at partnering Matt Burton in first grade, but if Wakeham and Flanagan continue with the form they showed on the weekend there’s no reason why they shouldn’t get an opportunity if Averillo doesn’t nail done the position.

The word out of Bulldogs camp is that Wakeham was seriously impressive over the summer. Raymond Faitala-Mariner told foxsports.com.au last month that Wakeham’s “approach to training has been different” and that he’s “one to watch out for this season.”

Former Knight Jacob Kiraz has wasted no time in making an impact on his new club, with the returning local junior nothing up 173 running metres, two linebreaks, four tackle busts and setting up two tries.

Gun fullback Creedence Toia — who joined the club mid-2021 — put the finishing touch on a stunning try.

 

[ddt192]

This is awesome news. Anyone got the highlights?

 

[Dapper Dog]

This is awesome news. Anyone got the highlights?

 

[CrittaMagic69]

It's good to see Wakeham running because that is one of the things that have held him back. I also find it interesting that reserve grade sets up opposite to first grade with the halfback being on the left/middle, 5/8 right side with fullback on the left outside the halfback. Must be a reason for it?

 

[chemdog]

It's good to see Wakeham running because that is one of the things that have held him back. I also find it interesting that reserve grade sets up opposite to first grade with the halfback being on the left/middle, 5/8 right side with fullback on the left outside the halfback. Must be a reason for it?

surely it comes down to bazs coaching set up for first grade ?

 

[Dogna88]

Watched the game. Wakeham and Flanno finally taking the ball to the line. Good to see

 

[Bazildog]

It's good to see Wakeham running because that is one of the things that have held him back. I also find it interesting that reserve grade sets up opposite to first grade with the halfback being on the left/middle, 5/8 right side with fullback on the left outside the halfback. Must be a reason for it?

Yeah, your boy Trent doesnt coach them..

 

[The Dominator]

Very accurate report on all counts

 

[KiwiDog7]

Wakeham looked impressive
Flanagan looked like what he should be on his current salary

Docker Clay looks impressive so does the winger

 

[diddly]

It's good to see Wakeham running because that is one of the things that have held him back. I also find it interesting that reserve grade sets up opposite to first grade with the halfback being on the left/middle, 5/8 right side with fullback on the left outside the halfback. Must be a reason for it?

In the first round the halves were playing both sides - Wakeham mainly. Same in Flegg and Sgball - halves were moving a lot more than in recent history - not just planting themselves on one side of the field and keeping to a lane.

 

[repolski]

This will help put the pressure on baz to drop averillo. Gould knews.

 

[berries1935]

Good signs !!! Some great tries

 

[Freakzilla]

Wakeham looked like the best player on the field from those highlights. He's a way better half than Averillo.

Creedence Toia should be a real option if Matt Dufty doesn't step up.

 

[Dogsville]

Awesome tries. Down 12 nil and come back and win 48-12. Creedence looks a good young player

 

[Bob dog]

Who coaches NSW Cup?
Legendary stuff, that number 2 looks better than Ok.

 

[ddt192]

Thanks mate

 

[Dogs4eva13]

Hope we can continue to dominate the lower grades and bring some of that confidence and winning culture to the top side.

 

[CrittaMagic69]

In the first round the halves were playing both sides - Wakeham mainly. Same in Flegg and Sgball - halves were moving a lot more than in recent history - not just planting themselves on one side of the field and keeping to a lane.

Okay so Baz is just being difficult lol

 

[Ant2611]

Who coaches NSW Cup?
Legendary stuff, that number 2 looks better than Ok.

Ball boy looks better than ok. At least he has a decent haircut.

 

[Bulldogsteve]

It's good to see Wakeham running because that is one of the things that have held him back. I also find it interesting that reserve grade sets up opposite to first grade with the halfback being on the left/middle, 5/8 right side with fullback on the left outside the halfback. Must be a reason for it?

Burton plays left as he is left foot kick.