The Daddy Posted November 6, 2021 Share Posted November 6, 2021 https://treizemondial.fr/dylan-napa-en-route-pour-les-dragons-catalans/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Futtocks Posted November 6, 2021 Share Posted November 6, 2021 6 minutes ago, The Daddy said: https://treizemondial.fr/dylan-napa-en-route-pour-les-dragons-catalans/ Not sure about this signing. When he first broke into NRL first grade, he was a rambunctious, lively and aggressive forward who made his presence felt. In recent years, he's mainly hit the headlines for the wrong reasons, and hasn't stood out on the field of play. If McNamara can get the best out of him, maybe it'll work out, but I don't think Napa's mental discipline is what's required. Let me never fall into the vulgar mistake of dreaming that I am persecuted whenever I am contradicted. Ralph Waldo Emerson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Man of Kent Posted November 6, 2021 Share Posted November 6, 2021 Le Grand Papi could be great signing as he’s an Origin prop coming into his prime. Or not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Daddy Posted November 6, 2021 Author Share Posted November 6, 2021 12 minutes ago, Futtocks said: Not sure about this signing. When he first broke into NRL first grade, he was a rambunctious, lively and aggressive forward who made his presence felt. In recent years, he's mainly hit the headlines for the wrong reasons, and hasn't stood out on the field of play. If McNamara can get the best out of him, maybe it'll work out, but I don't think Napa's mental discipline is what's required. Sam Kasiano wasn't firing on all cylinders when he first signed either but my biggest concern is that he'll get a place ahead of local French players like Seguier, Dezaria, Salabio Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Damien Posted November 6, 2021 Share Posted November 6, 2021 That's a good signing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frank Posted November 7, 2021 Share Posted November 7, 2021 Decent size but no drive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rlno1 Posted November 7, 2021 Share Posted November 7, 2021 I heard that St.George are interested in Seguier. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hull Kingston Bronco Posted November 7, 2021 Share Posted November 7, 2021 Decent player, maybe not continued to develop as people expected him to, but then if he had then he wouldn’t be in Super League would he…! He’ll go well for ‘em I’m sure Looks like yet another benefit for Catalans of MacBanana’s years at the Roosters eh, he’ll have seen him warts and all over several years so knows what he’s getting Apparently this site says I "won the day" here on 23rd Jan, 19th Jan, 9th Jan also 13th December, whatever any of that means. Anyway, 4 times in a few weeks? The forum must be going to the dogs - you people need to seriously up your game. Where's Dutoni when you need him? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Kevin Sinfield Posted November 7, 2021 Share Posted November 7, 2021 8 hours ago, The Daddy said: Sam Kasiano wasn't firing on all cylinders when he first signed either but my biggest concern is that he'll get a place ahead of local French players like Seguier, Dezaria, Salabio Are you concerned Louis Jouffret will get a place ahead of of local Halifax players. All professional sports teams have players from all over the World. Catalans will still have Fremch players, and now Toulouse are in Super League there will be more French playing Super League than ever before. Napa at 28 and a player that was earning $600,000 a year regularly playing Origin is a good signing for Super League. Obviously his form has dipped from that, if it hadn’t there’d be a load of NRL clubs after him and no Super League club would be able to afford him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoubleD Posted November 7, 2021 Share Posted November 7, 2021 Apparently Leeds and Hull KR were also in for him. Underwhelms more often than not these days Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlie Posted November 7, 2021 Share Posted November 7, 2021 12 hours ago, The Daddy said: Sam Kasiano wasn't firing on all cylinders when he first signed either but my biggest concern is that he'll get a place ahead of local French players like Seguier, Dezaria, Salabio Personally think seguier is much better in the second row Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DavidM Posted November 7, 2021 Share Posted November 7, 2021 I think this is a good move both ways . He’s lost his way in a Bulldogs team that’s been in the doldrums , but he had some really good years at the Roosters . He’s only 28 so could be the move will get him going again . There’s a good aggressive , slightly unhinged , player in there . Hopefully Catalans can get him back to where he was Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sports Prophet Posted November 7, 2021 Share Posted November 7, 2021 Thought the video of him in the lounge room with his mate boxing was actually hilarious. That’s what I will remember him mostly for. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scubby Posted November 7, 2021 Share Posted November 7, 2021 12 hours ago, Man of Kent said: Le Grand Papi could be great signing as he’s an Origin prop coming into his prime. Or not. Agreed but I might describe it as an Origin prop who has lost his mojo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HKR AWAY DAYS Posted November 7, 2021 Share Posted November 7, 2021 2 hours ago, DoubleD said: Apparently Leeds and Hull KR were also in for him. Underwhelms more often than not these days Catalans can have him no worries. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eddie Posted November 7, 2021 Share Posted November 7, 2021 13 hours ago, The Daddy said: Sam Kasiano wasn't firing on all cylinders when he first signed either but my biggest concern is that he'll get a place ahead of local French players like Seguier, Dezaria, Salabio Which if he’s better than them is fair enough. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wiltshire Warrior Dragon Posted November 7, 2021 Share Posted November 7, 2021 For me one of the striking things about more recent non-French signings by the Dragons has been the management's ability not to pick up those who have no serious intention of working hard and/or behaving responsibly off the field. Their approach used to be much more hit-and-miss. I fancy that MacNamara deserves much credit for that, but so, too, I suspect, does Alex Chan. It is easy to overlook the role of less high profile non-playing staff. In similar vein, I was very impressed by Kasiano's improvement last season. The mental side of that may well be down to the MacNamara/Chan combination, but I suspect the now departed Richard Hunwicks and his immediate colleagues deserve credit for the physical fitness side of this too. Let's hope that Napa reflects this steady, recent, managerial improvement and is not a throwback to the not always so good old days...assuming his signing is confirmed! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Toppy Posted November 8, 2021 Share Posted November 8, 2021 On 07/11/2021 at 07:09, Sir Kevin Sinfield said: Napa at 28 and a player that was earning $600,000 a year regularly playing Origin is a good signing for Super League. Obviously his form has dipped from that, if it hadn’t there’d be a load of NRL clubs after him and no Super League club would be able to afford him. Dipped it fallen off the cliff !!! He was so bad over the last few years even the rock-bottom Dogs dropped him for poor performances St.Helens - The Home of record breaking Rugby Champions Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lowdesert Posted November 8, 2021 Share Posted November 8, 2021 I think they’ve also signed another two. TBC obvs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wiltshire Warrior Dragon Posted November 10, 2021 Share Posted November 10, 2021 To be honest, I am more excited by the news that Arthur Mourgue has prolonged his contract, and on better terms. It should increase his chances of staying in SL and of staying in our code. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dkw Posted November 10, 2021 Share Posted November 10, 2021 1 hour ago, Wiltshire Warrior Dragon said: To be honest, I am more excited by the news that Arthur Mourgue has prolonged his contract, and on better terms. It should increase his chances of staying in SL and of staying in our code. Is this confirmed? Great news if true. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wiltshire Warrior Dragon Posted November 10, 2021 Share Posted November 10, 2021 29 minutes ago, dkw said: Is this confirmed? Great news if true. Oui ! Dragons Catalans › News › 2021 › Nov. › Arthur Mourgue signs new contract (catalansdragons.com) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wiltshire Warrior Dragon Posted November 10, 2021 Share Posted November 10, 2021 Just now, Wiltshire Warrior Dragon said: Oui ! Dragons Catalans › News › 2021 › Nov. › Arthur Mourgue signs new contract (catalansdragons.com) Or should that be 'Oc'? One for the linguists among you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
audois Posted November 10, 2021 Share Posted November 10, 2021 26 minutes ago, dkw said: Is this confirmed? Great news if true. https://www.bbc.com/sport/rugby-league/59222202 "It involves matters much greater than drafting the new rules...the original and existing games have their own powerful appeal to their players and public and have the sentiments which history inspires" - Harold 'Jersey' Flegg 1933 "Just as we had been Cathars, we were treizistes, men apart." - Jean Roque, Calendrier-revue du Racing-Club Albigeois, 1958-1959 Si tu( Remi Casty) devais envoyer un fax au Président Guasch? " Un grand bravo pour ce que vous avez fait,et merci de m 'avoir embarqué dans cette aventure" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lowdesert Posted November 11, 2021 Share Posted November 11, 2021 Gossip Tyrone May in talks with Catalans. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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