Everyone bashing Des for picking Hodkinson needs to remember that he is extremeley loyal, especially to his halves. He isn't an idiot and is obviously picking hodkinson out of loyalty(he would see how terrible hodkinsons form better than you or me and he, all he can do is try and instill some belief in Hokko) I think it would be an extremely hard decision that if/when done, would result in hokko most certainly being dropped from the Blues which can be the opportunity of a life time for some players. Along with the fact that Hodkinson is is searching for a contract. I'm not defending Hodkinson and want him dropped as much as the next guy however i think it's unfair to question Haslers coaching ability. (btw i think he only played him at hooker in the final 5 as Liccha was struggling through fatigue/injury)