Mannah playing for a Blue jersey

Tim Mannah is likely playing for a spot in the NSW State of Origin team, with the Sydney Morning Herald reporting he is at the top of the list of prospects that the Blues selectors are considering for game three inclusion.

Mannah told the Herald that he believed he was ready and this opinion was backed up by Nathan Hindmarsh who said that, despite being "raw", Mannah was ready for the step-up,

Mannah also gave this revealing quote to The Herald as to why his game had evolved so much this season.

"'I just try to make sure I bring something to the table when I do come on. I've tried to learn off all of the props at Parra - the power of Fui, the leadership of Cayless and the workrate of 'Poorey' [Justin Poore]. Last year, I was just concentrating on trying to hold a spot in the team by not stuffing up. This year, I'm trying to make an impact. If we're in front, I talk a lot to try to keep the guys going. If we're behind, I try to do something to add some spark. I've been working hard to develop an offload, too. I learned a lot from playing in big games for Parra towards the end of last season.''

Mannah is a potential Parramatta captain. 1Eyed Eel can reveal that two weeks ago, Nathan Cayless was asked to nominate a long-term successor at a Wentworthville junior training session and he said he saw Tim Mannah as the most likely candidate for the job.

Full story:

http://www.smh.com.au/rugby-league/league-news/im-ready-to-get-the-job-done--mannah-20100624-z3lm.html

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Jpav June 25, 2010 at 10:49am

hope he gets in great attitude, great bloke
Joey June 25, 2010 at 11:01am

That would bring as huge smile to my face. All his great form rewarded. I hope if they pick him they are going to stick with him in coming seasons.

Who do people see as Cayless replacement as starting forward? I think I would go with Poore because I think he would compliment Fui well if that makes sense. Timmy off the bench is the way to go for me. Also is Hindy likely to keep his spot in the Blues squad for game 3?
blueNgold June 25, 2010 at 1:35pm

I honestly think if he plays either starting or off the bench, he'll be one of, if not NSW's best player. I honestly think he'll kill it, I don't think I've ever seen a player improve so much in the space of 12 months.

There was always potential in him as he was a stand out in the juniors and he went okay last year in 1st grade but I thought it would take 2 or 3 more seasons before he was playing up to the level he is at already.

Gun.
- 1Eyed Eel > blueNgold June 25, 2010 at 2:09pm
  
  +1. I will admit I wondered whether he had the size to get to this level, but he makes up for not being as big as some of the other blokes with sheer strength. I think the most important factor about him, is he has that Hindy-like willingness to just keep on trucking and chasing, which is really rare in front rowers who don't generally see it as their responsibility to turn and chase to cover up a break.
  
  I've said in the past i'm not a fan of front rowers as captains, but I'll happy to give Timmy my endorsement! :-)
YDIDISAYIDO June 25, 2010 at 2:26pm

Reminds me of Webcke a lot. Running style... play the ball style and ability to run with palyers on his back.
- GOlling > YDIDISAYIDO June 25, 2010 at 4:01pm
  
  I agee 100% with the Webke comparison. I hope his strength of leadership is as strong. I also dont think props should be on field captain but great sides have props who lead off the field.
  - Daz1970 > GOlling June 26, 2010 at 7:35pm
    
    Yup, was just thinking the same the other week. Webcke Clone.
Parraeels12 June 25, 2010 at 2:30pm

Does anyone else love cayless as much as i do ?? <3<3<3<3<3<3<3<3<3<3
- Tinkerbell > Parraeels12 June 25, 2010 at 3:49pm
  
  ME!
  
  He is our Courageous Captain Caylo!
Tinkerbell June 25, 2010 at 3:49pm

Interesting comment from Tim that he mentioned he wants to make impact.

I heard an interview with Thaiday this year and he said that the reason his form has improved so much this year is because he is confident in his place in the team and is now less worried about stuffing up and making mistakes and is just enjoying his footy.

Tim is effectively saying this in only his second year of football! He is SUCH an amazing player. Props don't usually develop until their late 20's and for him to be showinfg the form he is showing and at such a young age is wonderful.

He truly is a Super Mannah. And I am a major 'Fannah' of 'Tim Mannah'. :-)