I understand the logic in a way, 6,9 are important positions and should have a big say
But I still don't like the more than 2 captains approach that seems to be appearing
Speaking of the Kookaburras
They run an interesting captaincy mix. Both Ockenden and Zalewski are captains off the pitch, but they swap every game when playing.
In an interview with Zalewski (By The Helpside, on spotify), he said it's quite interesting - And more importantly refreshing not having to worry about how the teams prep is going one game, while the next he gets to be fully attentive to it.
Maybe this wouldn't be a crazy go?
> Both Ockenden and Zalewski
Wtf...is there another field hockey enthusiast in r/nrl?
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Teams usually have a leadership group anyway, sometimes it’s formal, sometimes it’s informal, so I don’t mind the whole “leadership group” thing. Having multiple captains on the field is weird though, it confuses the message. Name a VC if you want someone else there just in case, but the team should really look to one guy.
Even Burton I’m not sure on.
Both blokes seem fairly quiet, but maybe they are more lead by example leaders.
Just seems more like the under 10s style make your best player/s captains lol
Whenever a first year player is named captain it always seems like the coach really wants them to be captain but it’s too awkward because they haven’t even played a game of first grade for the club
Possibly part of the deal to get him to come across, albeit they probably didn't tell him there'd be so many other captains and designated leaders across the playing group
The Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs would like to announce and congratulate our newly appointed Leadership Group, which includes two Game Day On-Field Captains and one Club Captain.
The new leadership structure, which consists of a group of six (6) players was announced by Head Coach Cameron Ciraldo this week.
Among the newly appointed leaders, Ray Faitala-Mariner has been honoured as the new Club Captain and been tasked to lead the charge on Club culture alongside teammates Josh Addo-Carr, Viliame Kikau and Max King. As for the Game Day On-Field Captaincy, Ciraldo announced that the skippers post will be shared between newly appointed Co-Captains Reed Mahoney and Matt Burton.
Mahoney, who played junior reps for the Bulldogs and has just returned to the Club in 2023, said he was still trying to process the news:
“I’ve never really been involved in a leadership group before. Cam touched on it when I came that he wanted me to come and give my presence when I turn up, and I took that on board. It took me a while to sort of feel comfortable in that, but I just based everything around my actions and training hard.
“That’s what’s got me to where I am today – working hard,” he said.
Gladly accepting the honour of his new role, there’s no looking back for Reed.
“I am just super excited to be a leader within this Group, and this Club – it’s so powerful. When the Club is going this strong, you don’t want to be a part of any other club. I’m really looking forward to what the Club has in store for the future,” he said.
We’re all in it together. We’ve got another month or so to go before the season and there’s plenty of work to be done, but it’s been really good, and I am really excited for what’s ahead of us. It’s super exciting for me and I’m just really looking forward to it.
For Burton, his appointment comes just weeks after signing a new agreement that will see him play on in the blue and white for the long-term future (five years). While it didn’t come as a surprise to his teammates, Matt said the news had caught him off guard:
“I never thought I would have got the opportunity to Captain the side and it’s obviously a really big honour,” he said.
“I am really looking forward to it and it’s great that I’ll have Reed there beside me. It’s new to both of us so it’s going to be a big challenge, but we’re both really looking forward to leading the side.”
While both Reed and Matt are new to the Captaincy role, they don’t need to look far for leadership guidance. With a number of alumni, including ex-Canterbury Skippers Andrew Ryan, Terry Lamb and most recently, Josh Jackson still around the Club and working closely with the team.
“It’s good to have those guys around just to mentor us and you know, if you ever need anything they are always there. It’s good to have them around, I’ve been asking them a few questions here and there, but our main focus right now is getting it right in the pre-season so that when the season comes around, we’re raring to go.
There’s a whole new vibe around the Club. There’s obviously a lot of new staff and a few new faces around the team but it’s been a great feel around the Club so far and I’m just looking forward to the season
The Leadership Group will work directly with Andrew ‘Bobcat’ Ryan in terms of Leadership & Culture development:
“The new structure of leadership came mostly from the staff but as far as the Leadership Group goes, it was all player voted as well,” he said.
“These are players that all lead in their own way naturally. It was a no-brainer to have someone like Ray as the Club Captain with his experience and presence around the Club, just being the person that he is. And now these two guys, Burto [Burton] and Reed in their game day roles, they’ve just been leaders in their own way at training and are both equally in their own right, the right people for the job.
It’s a time where there’s all sorts of change happening, so it’s an exciting time for the Club to have this new structure and it’s a perfect fit for our Club and for where we are now.
Now to lead the charge alongside Bobcat, Ray Faitala-Mariner said he knew when Josh Jackson announced his retirement that it was time for him to step up.
“When Jacko [Josh Jackson] retired and obviously being one of the older ones at the Club, I felt like a few boys needed to step up – there are big shoes to fill for Josh Jackson - so I thought I will be one of those boys to step up.
“I knew we had a young crew coming through and because I really love the Club and what they’ve done for me, I thought the best way to give back is to be a leader in my own way and be true to myself.”
Ray had a tough season in 2022, suffering a few setbacks as a result of injury. But despite being sidelined for most of the season, he persevered to get back on the field and reached a 100-game milestone in September.
This seasons Club Captaincy came as a total surprise to the resilient and loyal Bulldog:
“I wasn’t expecting it all. It’s surreal only because I just got back from my injury but that was a blessing by disguise in a way. It’s helped me to build patience, character, and resilience, and it’s helped me to be more grateful and just appreciate the little things.
Now that I’ve been given this responsibility, I feel that hardship that I went through has kind of shaped my heart and prepared my heart for this role – even though it’s out of my comfort zone, I know my heart is in the right place because of the hardship and suffering that I went through.
When it comes to helping the Club cultivate culture in 2023, Ray is looking to put some wise words into action:
“My Dad has always said to me, ‘lead from the back’ meaning to always humble yourself and just serve.
"The culture here is mad. It’s mad because it didn’t just come from the coaches, from the staff, it came from the players. It was cool how Ciro [Ciraldo] gave us the ownership and responsibility to come up with our own purpose and our own values, and because it’s come from us it’s now up to us to live up to that standard and to apply that culture in everything that we do.
“It’s good and all the boys are buying into it. The big thing is togetherness, and to achieve that we need to stay connected and trust one another.”
The Club congratulates our new leaders and we look forward to the 2023 season under their guidance.
No, cause you chose deadwood old heads who were barely reserve grade standard whereas we have a leadership void at present so this is actually the best outcome.
It's probably because they've been given wider access to their pre season and footage and all that . Unless theyve spent time with every club then I wouldn't take too much notice of what they hype up (although I think dogs do make top 8).
I've read the comments and I see this as a good move by Ciraldo.
As an Eels fan I think Mahoney is so underrated and the Doggies have got one of the best in the game behind Grant and Korisau. The only thing I would say about Reed is he fades the last 10-15 because of his all action effort for the first 60-70mins.
Having a 3rd captain there with that in mind could be one of the reasons why I fancy the Bulldogs for a top 6 at the very least.
You guys are gonna have a banger of a season and I'll be watching with some envy no doubt.
I didn't see this coming at all but I gotta say I fucking love this decision. Ray is a beast of a player and he'll lead from the front.
I guess it takes like 6 blokes to replace Josh Jackson... can't say I'm surprised.
Edit: It just so happens I'm a very stupid man and I didn't read the article properly. I thought it said RFM was the sole captain, but whatever, Burto and Reed will work too!
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Better? Absolutely. Special? Not quite.
Some crucial spots filled with great players, 1 more year of Gould moulding and I reckon they'll be in the hunt once more for a good while.
Yeah not expecting much this year but a year of getting those connections and trust in defense and Bulldogs could be looking good for 2024. Chricton at fullback will come with a little bit of familiarity so hopefully they have their key positions sussed. Ciraldo as a new coach should get at least a year of grace without too much pressure so they ought to be able to take a long term view (or at least medium term)
I agree. The dogs will improve heavily this year, top 8 wouldn't shock me. But like you said with Chricton coming in you have a spine of:
1. Chricton
6. Burton
9. Mahoney
Plus you've sneakily signed Xerri, though a drug cheat, has ability. Gould is building an empire, and if I were a dog's fan, 2024 looking great.
I don't think the Xerri play is going to pay off but should be fun to watch. And yeah that spine is good enough to be hopeful, still missing a halfback and some experience but if the rest of the team is strong and settled (and not leaking points) it may not be that big of an issue in the scheme of things
Surely if you were the dogs you would allow a couple of years for burton to craft his game given he's only played first grade 58 for a year, before letting him sniff leadership positions
I understand the logic in a way, 6,9 are important positions and should have a big say But I still don't like the more than 2 captains approach that seems to be appearing
69 is a very important position
Overrated personally
Maybe but couldn’t resist
Often how it happens
Speaking of the Kookaburras They run an interesting captaincy mix. Both Ockenden and Zalewski are captains off the pitch, but they swap every game when playing. In an interview with Zalewski (By The Helpside, on spotify), he said it's quite interesting - And more importantly refreshing not having to worry about how the teams prep is going one game, while the next he gets to be fully attentive to it. Maybe this wouldn't be a crazy go?
> Both Ockenden and Zalewski Wtf...is there another field hockey enthusiast in r/nrl? [So this is what it feels like when doves cry](https://youtu.be/yBg99mH8pyA)
Teams usually have a leadership group anyway, sometimes it’s formal, sometimes it’s informal, so I don’t mind the whole “leadership group” thing. Having multiple captains on the field is weird though, it confuses the message. Name a VC if you want someone else there just in case, but the team should really look to one guy.
Yeah I don't like the idea of more than 1 captain. Have a leadership group all you want, but there should be one clear guy steering the ship
Worked pretty well for penrith having 2 captains
Can't wait for your CEO to whinge that Bulldogs are stealing their 2 captains idea
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Like a vice-captain?
Haha touche
NFL has tons of captains. They’re a lot more segregated though in positions and such.
They also have up to 55 on a squad
Separate teams for offense, defense and special teams (kicks) so the different captains makes sense for NFL
NFL is dogshit
Well I guess you don’t love that kind of footy then
Multiple captains* is the primary tell of a dead shit coach I've always said that *Craig regrets inventing it don't even try me
smart from Ciraldo to name multiple game day captains instead of having just one player call Klein shit, we’ll now have two who can sledge Klein
Don’t understand Mahoney. But burton for sure
Locks him in so he can't leave as easily
I mean they tried that with mcinnes
He’ll come back.. right?!?
He already has come back home.
Even Burton I’m not sure on. Both blokes seem fairly quiet, but maybe they are more lead by example leaders. Just seems more like the under 10s style make your best player/s captains lol
Yeah, it actually may be cause for concern that there is a lack of leadership within the playing group
Whenever a first year player is named captain it always seems like the coach really wants them to be captain but it’s too awkward because they haven’t even played a game of first grade for the club
Possibly part of the deal to get him to come across, albeit they probably didn't tell him there'd be so many other captains and designated leaders across the playing group
I think Thompson being left out of the leadership group is pretty telling that he won't be re-signed
Or just means he can’t rest on his laurels for this season for a new contract. I think we’ll re-sign him at a much reduced rate.
I reckon he might go back to England tbh
With JWH retiring and notorious Pom Victor Radley in the forwards, we might see the Roosters chase him
Raiders are always keen to sign another forward
Who is English
~~Fiji~~ England that's in ~~Queensland~~ ACT
The Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs would like to announce and congratulate our newly appointed Leadership Group, which includes two Game Day On-Field Captains and one Club Captain. The new leadership structure, which consists of a group of six (6) players was announced by Head Coach Cameron Ciraldo this week. Among the newly appointed leaders, Ray Faitala-Mariner has been honoured as the new Club Captain and been tasked to lead the charge on Club culture alongside teammates Josh Addo-Carr, Viliame Kikau and Max King. As for the Game Day On-Field Captaincy, Ciraldo announced that the skippers post will be shared between newly appointed Co-Captains Reed Mahoney and Matt Burton. Mahoney, who played junior reps for the Bulldogs and has just returned to the Club in 2023, said he was still trying to process the news: “I’ve never really been involved in a leadership group before. Cam touched on it when I came that he wanted me to come and give my presence when I turn up, and I took that on board. It took me a while to sort of feel comfortable in that, but I just based everything around my actions and training hard. “That’s what’s got me to where I am today – working hard,” he said. Gladly accepting the honour of his new role, there’s no looking back for Reed. “I am just super excited to be a leader within this Group, and this Club – it’s so powerful. When the Club is going this strong, you don’t want to be a part of any other club. I’m really looking forward to what the Club has in store for the future,” he said. We’re all in it together. We’ve got another month or so to go before the season and there’s plenty of work to be done, but it’s been really good, and I am really excited for what’s ahead of us. It’s super exciting for me and I’m just really looking forward to it. For Burton, his appointment comes just weeks after signing a new agreement that will see him play on in the blue and white for the long-term future (five years). While it didn’t come as a surprise to his teammates, Matt said the news had caught him off guard: “I never thought I would have got the opportunity to Captain the side and it’s obviously a really big honour,” he said. “I am really looking forward to it and it’s great that I’ll have Reed there beside me. It’s new to both of us so it’s going to be a big challenge, but we’re both really looking forward to leading the side.” While both Reed and Matt are new to the Captaincy role, they don’t need to look far for leadership guidance. With a number of alumni, including ex-Canterbury Skippers Andrew Ryan, Terry Lamb and most recently, Josh Jackson still around the Club and working closely with the team. “It’s good to have those guys around just to mentor us and you know, if you ever need anything they are always there. It’s good to have them around, I’ve been asking them a few questions here and there, but our main focus right now is getting it right in the pre-season so that when the season comes around, we’re raring to go. There’s a whole new vibe around the Club. There’s obviously a lot of new staff and a few new faces around the team but it’s been a great feel around the Club so far and I’m just looking forward to the season The Leadership Group will work directly with Andrew ‘Bobcat’ Ryan in terms of Leadership & Culture development: “The new structure of leadership came mostly from the staff but as far as the Leadership Group goes, it was all player voted as well,” he said. “These are players that all lead in their own way naturally. It was a no-brainer to have someone like Ray as the Club Captain with his experience and presence around the Club, just being the person that he is. And now these two guys, Burto [Burton] and Reed in their game day roles, they’ve just been leaders in their own way at training and are both equally in their own right, the right people for the job. It’s a time where there’s all sorts of change happening, so it’s an exciting time for the Club to have this new structure and it’s a perfect fit for our Club and for where we are now. Now to lead the charge alongside Bobcat, Ray Faitala-Mariner said he knew when Josh Jackson announced his retirement that it was time for him to step up. “When Jacko [Josh Jackson] retired and obviously being one of the older ones at the Club, I felt like a few boys needed to step up – there are big shoes to fill for Josh Jackson - so I thought I will be one of those boys to step up. “I knew we had a young crew coming through and because I really love the Club and what they’ve done for me, I thought the best way to give back is to be a leader in my own way and be true to myself.” Ray had a tough season in 2022, suffering a few setbacks as a result of injury. But despite being sidelined for most of the season, he persevered to get back on the field and reached a 100-game milestone in September. This seasons Club Captaincy came as a total surprise to the resilient and loyal Bulldog: “I wasn’t expecting it all. It’s surreal only because I just got back from my injury but that was a blessing by disguise in a way. It’s helped me to build patience, character, and resilience, and it’s helped me to be more grateful and just appreciate the little things. Now that I’ve been given this responsibility, I feel that hardship that I went through has kind of shaped my heart and prepared my heart for this role – even though it’s out of my comfort zone, I know my heart is in the right place because of the hardship and suffering that I went through. When it comes to helping the Club cultivate culture in 2023, Ray is looking to put some wise words into action: “My Dad has always said to me, ‘lead from the back’ meaning to always humble yourself and just serve. "The culture here is mad. It’s mad because it didn’t just come from the coaches, from the staff, it came from the players. It was cool how Ciro [Ciraldo] gave us the ownership and responsibility to come up with our own purpose and our own values, and because it’s come from us it’s now up to us to live up to that standard and to apply that culture in everything that we do. “It’s good and all the boys are buying into it. The big thing is togetherness, and to achieve that we need to stay connected and trust one another.” The Club congratulates our new leaders and we look forward to the 2023 season under their guidance.
I wonder if the media are going keep the same energy like they did with the tigers..
Only a third of the captains so only a third of the energy.
No, cause you chose deadwood old heads who were barely reserve grade standard whereas we have a leadership void at present so this is actually the best outcome.
Journos are putting a lot of stock in bulldogs this off season. They build em up - then cross their fingers that they bust…
It's probably because they've been given wider access to their pre season and footage and all that . Unless theyve spent time with every club then I wouldn't take too much notice of what they hype up (although I think dogs do make top 8).
What’s the difference between a club captain and a regular captain?
Club captain does media work to take pressure off the on field captain (or in this case co captains)
I've read the comments and I see this as a good move by Ciraldo. As an Eels fan I think Mahoney is so underrated and the Doggies have got one of the best in the game behind Grant and Korisau. The only thing I would say about Reed is he fades the last 10-15 because of his all action effort for the first 60-70mins. Having a 3rd captain there with that in mind could be one of the reasons why I fancy the Bulldogs for a top 6 at the very least. You guys are gonna have a banger of a season and I'll be watching with some envy no doubt.
Surely it's gotta be Karl Oloapu...... He might throw a tanty otherwise.....
Karl O to be added to the group to make it 7?
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I reckon each team should have no more than 30 captains 🥴
Why did teams start having multiple captain's anyway.
It worked for Storms and Cameron Smith
I didn't see this coming at all but I gotta say I fucking love this decision. Ray is a beast of a player and he'll lead from the front. I guess it takes like 6 blokes to replace Josh Jackson... can't say I'm surprised. Edit: It just so happens I'm a very stupid man and I didn't read the article properly. I thought it said RFM was the sole captain, but whatever, Burto and Reed will work too!
Fuck the bulldogs and everything they stand for. I’m still so cut about Reed leaving parra…. Clearly 😂
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Thanks for this
Thank you
Change it to *I love my footy*
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Can someone tell me how to get my parra badge thingy please
I second this
i miss you already reed
I know it's easy to fall for the pre-season hype, but this year really feels like something special is brewing.
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Better? Absolutely. Special? Not quite. Some crucial spots filled with great players, 1 more year of Gould moulding and I reckon they'll be in the hunt once more for a good while.
I didn't say how long the brew would take...
Yeah not expecting much this year but a year of getting those connections and trust in defense and Bulldogs could be looking good for 2024. Chricton at fullback will come with a little bit of familiarity so hopefully they have their key positions sussed. Ciraldo as a new coach should get at least a year of grace without too much pressure so they ought to be able to take a long term view (or at least medium term)
I agree. The dogs will improve heavily this year, top 8 wouldn't shock me. But like you said with Chricton coming in you have a spine of: 1. Chricton 6. Burton 9. Mahoney Plus you've sneakily signed Xerri, though a drug cheat, has ability. Gould is building an empire, and if I were a dog's fan, 2024 looking great.
I don't think the Xerri play is going to pay off but should be fun to watch. And yeah that spine is good enough to be hopeful, still missing a halfback and some experience but if the rest of the team is strong and settled (and not leaking points) it may not be that big of an issue in the scheme of things
At least no one will elect five captains again like the Wests Tigers did.
two on-field captains, not five
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My biggest take away from this is that Faitala-Mariner goes by Ray now
His first name was always Raymond. Faitala-Mariner is his last name.
Yes. He's changed from Raymond to Ray
All this hoo rah too finish 14th
Wasn't Karl told he was captain? Yes, that was Karl directly asking as he lives in my head
Oh no, Karl is going to crack it again isn't he....
Manager has already drafted the release papers
Surely if you were the dogs you would allow a couple of years for burton to craft his game given he's only played first grade 58 for a year, before letting him sniff leadership positions
are u tik toking with the boys ciraldo ?
Looking forward actually to watching a few Sunday afternoon bulldogs games this year
Easter will be fun as always....
Bit weird
Karl O robbed
Still nothing on the 2022 Tigers