How successful will Bruce be playing Back

[Jeanette54]

I would play Bruce (as a backman) against the gorillas, where his experience and strength could come to the fore. Tom Hawkins, for example, takes so many unattended chest marks because he does all the necessary bodywork before the ball arrives. Pretty hard to move (a fit) Josh off his intended contest. Of course, now Cordy has gone, a bit of mongrel in the backline won't hurt us either.

[Dazza]

I can't see it working out but I'm hopeful it does.

[BornInDroopSt'54]

I can't forget his big hauls as a forward and hope he can find a spot somewhere.

[Mantis]

I can't forget his big hauls as a forward and hope he can find a spot somewhere.

He's been with us for 3 years (47 games) and he's kicked 4 or more goals on just 3 occasions.. 2 of these were against the worst performed team (North) through this time so with more depth in the forward line and coming off the knee injury it's clear he is at the back of queue.

[MrMahatma]

Got a bit of it in the practice match and duly butchered it leading directly to simple goals on a number of occasions.

Not sure if time in defence fixes the issues he has. A real concern if we’re relying on him.

[Yankee Hotel Foxtrot]

I agree, If we're relatively injury free this year in defense and up forward, Bruce may struggle to remain relevant.
He will need to make the most of his opportunities as injuries keep him in the mix for the 22, otherwise he could quickly find himself struggling to have a regular first 22 role this season.

[ledge]

Poor Bruce had some shockers yesterday . They do stick out more in defence . Hopefully it was just one of those days and at least it was only a practice match or some supporters would have lost their shit .

[FrediKanoute]

Thought he was ok. Competed well and did his job. Errors were exposed and he will learn. As a backup he is more than serviceable.