Tonka Posted March 8, 2021 Share Posted March 8, 2021 2 hours ago, iangidds said: I tried to delete my fake news xx Ha ha - Ian "Donald Trump" Gidds Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hela Wigmen Posted May 17, 2021 Share Posted May 17, 2021 Announced by Leeds this morning. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Tim Whatley Posted May 17, 2021 Share Posted May 17, 2021 A resounding success. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hela Wigmen Posted May 17, 2021 Share Posted May 17, 2021 Leeds must have been the club to have the bid for Trueman turned down last week, then. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommygilf Posted May 17, 2021 Author Share Posted May 17, 2021 Fair enough I suppose, he could have wound down a contract for the rest of the year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M j M Posted May 17, 2021 Share Posted May 17, 2021 Was worth a bet. He showed a a few signs of having something in what we saw of him so I wonder what's happened here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oxford Posted May 17, 2021 Share Posted May 17, 2021 Is that all there is to this story ? He's now retired? 2 warning points Non-Political Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chrispmartha Posted May 17, 2021 Share Posted May 17, 2021 1 minute ago, M j M said: Was worth a bet. He showed a a few signs of having something in what we saw of him so I wonder what's happened here. By the sounds of it, I think he's realised he just doesn't have the desire to get himself to level he needs to be for SL anymore. To be honest its quite a brave and honest decision if that's the case Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommygilf Posted May 17, 2021 Author Share Posted May 17, 2021 Fair enough I suppose, he could have been well within his rights to wind down a contract for the rest of the year. Mature decision by the sounds of it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jacobus Posted May 17, 2021 Share Posted May 17, 2021 back to union ? Fancy a game of touch in Cambs or Lincs? DM me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommygilf Posted May 17, 2021 Author Share Posted May 17, 2021 1 minute ago, jacobus said: back to union ? Apparently not, all rugby he said Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M j M Posted May 17, 2021 Share Posted May 17, 2021 Would love to know exactly what happened here. It will free up a chunk of Leeds salary cap although weren't there cap exemptions for him coming from union? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Toppy Posted May 17, 2021 Share Posted May 17, 2021 5 minutes ago, M j M said: Would love to know exactly what happened here. It will free up a chunk of Leeds salary cap although weren't there cap exemptions for him coming from union? Not much given only 50% counted this year anyway and 75% next year. St.Helens - The Home of record breaking Rugby Champions Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulwalker71 Posted May 17, 2021 Share Posted May 17, 2021 6 minutes ago, M j M said: Would love to know exactly what happened here. It will free up a chunk of Leeds salary cap although weren't there cap exemptions for him coming from union? You could just read the reasons https://www.leeds-live.co.uk/sport/rugby-league/breaking-kyle-eastmond-retirement-leeds-20612134 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eddie Posted May 17, 2021 Share Posted May 17, 2021 20 minutes ago, Oxford said: Is that all there is to this story ? He's now retired? What more do you want? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M j M Posted May 17, 2021 Share Posted May 17, 2021 1 minute ago, paulwalker71 said: You could just read the reasons https://www.leeds-live.co.uk/sport/rugby-league/breaking-kyle-eastmond-retirement-leeds-20612134 Yeah I meant more how and when this realisation happened. George Williams to Leeds then Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Live after death Posted May 17, 2021 Share Posted May 17, 2021 18 minutes ago, Tommygilf said: Fair enough I suppose, he could have been well within his rights to wind down a contract for the rest of the year. Mature decision by the sounds of it. My thoughts too, nothing ventured nothing gained, Leeds have lost nothing except a bit off cash if it worked out, inspired bit of business. Now Leeds can move on suspect they have someone else lined up with Lui going as well Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Browny Posted May 17, 2021 Share Posted May 17, 2021 30 minutes ago, Oxford said: Is that all there is to this story ? He's now retired? Tough crowd today, feels like it is a worth a thread. Best of luck to him, shame it hasn't worked out. I can confirm 30+ less sales for Scotland vs Italy at Workington, after this afternoons test purchase for the Tonga match, £7.50 is extremely reasonable, however a £2.50 'delivery' fee for a walk in purchase is beyond taking the mickey, good luck with that, it's cheaper on the telly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Man of Kent Posted May 17, 2021 Share Posted May 17, 2021 Gone with the greats, like Luther Burrell and John Gallagher. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Damien Posted May 17, 2021 Share Posted May 17, 2021 That didnt last long. Sounds to me he has realised he hasnt really got it anymore: Commenting on the decision, Leeds Rhinos Director of Rugby Kevin Sinfield said, “I think this is an incredibly brave decision by Kyle and a testament to the high standards that he sets for himself. When we originally spoke to him, we had belief in his ability and talent and that remains the case however after a year out of rugby due to the pandemic, he has found that he is unable to reach the standards he expects of himself in training and playing. He will leave the club with our best wishes for the future. The fact he had a contract for this year and next but decided to hang up his boots speaks volumes about his integrity.” Kyle Eastmond added, “I love rugby and will always be involved in it. I’ve come to realise the passion to influence the game is no longer on the field. It is this love and respect for the game, that leads me to this decision. I would like to say thank you so much to Kevin Sinfield, Leeds Rhinos and all the fans and wish the team all the best for the rest of the season.” Eastmond announces retirement | Leeds Rhinos (therhinos.co.uk) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hunsletgreenandgold Posted May 17, 2021 Share Posted May 17, 2021 4 minutes ago, Man of Kent said: Gone with the greats, like Luther Burrell and John Gallagher. Andy Powell, never forget Andy Powell! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yakstorm Posted May 17, 2021 Share Posted May 17, 2021 Credit to him for making that call with still plenty of time on his contract. Many players would have stuck around and hoped that the club would pay them out to finish early. PACIFIQUE TREIZE: Join the team by registering as a fan today at pacifique13.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Damien Posted May 17, 2021 Share Posted May 17, 2021 It just sounds like he has realised he hasn't got it anymore and cant reach the standard he wants. Its a tough game to play when the hunger is no longer there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hunsletgreenandgold Posted May 17, 2021 Share Posted May 17, 2021 22 minutes ago, Damien said: It just sounds like he has realised he hasn't got it anymore and cant reach the standard he wants. Its a tough game to play when the hunger is no longer there. Indeed - very similar story with Trent Merrin recently too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oxford Posted May 17, 2021 Share Posted May 17, 2021 30 minutes ago, Just Browny said: Tough crowd today, feels like it is a worth a thread. Best of luck to him, shame it hasn't worked out. There's plenty more to the story, clearly. 2 warning points Non-Political Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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