Graham Posted September 27, 2015 Share Posted September 27, 2015 That tackle in the Preliminary Final against Roosters sees Justin Hodges come up before the game's judiciary this week to decide whether he'll play in the GF or not. Bearing in mind you get 3 game penalty for throwing a bottle of water he ought to get a big penalty for his misdemenour. He's a bit of a Marmite/Vegemite player, some love him and think he has a home for the sun. Others think he's well as they say ... a grub. Justin Hodges will have to head to the judiciary to take part in the NRL Grand Final after he was cited for a Grade 1 dangerous throw by the NRL match review committee on Sunday afternoon. Hodges was charged for his tackle on Roosters forward Aiden Guerra in the 57th minute of the Broncos 31-12 victory in the Preliminary Final at Suncorp Stadium. An early guilty plea would not be enough for the Broncos superstar centre to avoid suspension, meaning he'll have to successfully fight the charge at the NRL judicariy to take part in what would be his last ever game. Hodges has announced his retirement from rugby league, meaning if he is found guilty, he'll have played his 250th and last ever NRL match. It is expected the Broncos will fight the charge at the NRL judiciary to give their captain a chance to play in the decider. The Broncos will clash with the Cowboys at ANZ Stadium on Sunday, October 4, for the Provan-Summons Trophy. If the judiciary is fair, given rulings this season, then he should miss the game, though it's not the worst example of lifting. The Australian Rugby League Forum Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham Posted September 27, 2015 Author Share Posted September 27, 2015 The tackle see here Hodges seems to have the sympathy and backing of the TV pundits. The Australian Rugby League Forum Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobbruce Posted September 27, 2015 Share Posted September 27, 2015 The tackle see here Hodges seems to have the sympathy and backing of the TV pundits. As you say any other time of year it probably is a ban but I think it would be harsh to miss the grand final for that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davo5 Posted September 27, 2015 Share Posted September 27, 2015 Hodges & Ennis are the 2 biggest reasons why the no punch rule should be scrapped. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham Posted September 27, 2015 Author Share Posted September 27, 2015 I can't see how they can have a set of rules for the game and then apply discretion when it suits some kind of opinion. How can you treat different players differently at different times. That way you lose respect for the system and it's criteria... oh hang on ... The Australian Rugby League Forum Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham Posted September 29, 2015 Author Share Posted September 29, 2015 His hearing before the nRL judiciary is happening now The Australian Rugby League Forum Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farmduck Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 They suspended Luke for the GF last year and Cam Smith for a GF in 200? so what's the big deal. This is karma taking its last chance to even up with Hodges. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davo5 Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 What little credibility the judiciary have left will disappear if Hodges gets off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham Posted September 29, 2015 Author Share Posted September 29, 2015 Guerra is bending over for his 'mate'. I wonder if 'Hodgo' would do the same for him Doubt it! The Australian Rugby League Forum Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham Posted September 29, 2015 Author Share Posted September 29, 2015 Surely not Somebody's just posted this: NOT GUILTY!! HE'S FREE TO PLAY IN THE GRAND FINAL, FOLKS! Tell me it's a joke The Australian Rugby League Forum Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham Posted September 29, 2015 Author Share Posted September 29, 2015 Did I say joke? sorry I meant farce! The Australian Rugby League Forum Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham Posted September 29, 2015 Author Share Posted September 29, 2015 Bring on the next case: Aiden Guerra The Australian Rugby League Forum Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farmduck Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 Woody Allen got it right Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeadShotKeen Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 I dunno, I mean I'm glad the NRL come down hard on lifting tackles and post-McKinnon they have to be seen to be tough but I think this is a victory for common sense personally. It was a fairly innocuous one I thought and undoubtedly they'll have factored in the circumstances of GF and retirement. I don't think they lose any credibility here personally. It's just a classic "grey area" isn't it but I don't have a huge problem with them giving the benefit of any doubt when there are high stakes in play. It's the sign of a sensible sport I think on balance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davo5 Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 Wasn't much common sense showed when Burgess got 2 matches for throwing a plastic water bottle onto the pitch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Number 16 Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 I'm pleased that common sense has prevailed. However, I really hope he signs of with a losers medal... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham Posted October 1, 2015 Author Share Posted October 1, 2015 Where's it leave Guerra then after his admission? Where's it leave the Roosters Code of Honour? Earlier this year coach Trent Robinson said: “We don’t play for penalties. We are not going to lie down. It’s not in the spirit of the game. We will let the footy gods decide.” Just hot air? The Australian Rugby League Forum Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham Posted October 1, 2015 Author Share Posted October 1, 2015 Like some on here have said, Wayne Bennett says common sense has prevailed. It was the right decsion in those circumstances. The Australian Rugby League Forum Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deluded pom? Posted October 4, 2015 Share Posted October 4, 2015 I told someone that the NRL judiciary don't let sentiment cloud their decisions, citing Luke and Smith as proof of that. Ah well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Archived
This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies.