Mariners Squad 2022/2023

[Michael]

Kaltak extended to 24/25 - https://ccmariners.com.au/news/brian-kaltak-to-stay-on-the-coast-until-2025

Doesn't address the obvious issue of too many visa players though.

Have to assume it’ll be Kelechi leaving and I’d also assume they’d respectfully give that its own article soon.

 

[marinermick]

Congratulations to Brian.

I see more Vanuatuan FA funded trips in our future.

 

[FFC Mariner]

Have to assume it’ll be Kelechi leaving and I’d also assume they’d respectfully give that its own article soon.

While Morecshe is injured its not a decision we have to make

 

[gemkayem]

Excellent news for Brian and for us! As some of you mentioned, seem Kelechi is the odd one out now, a shame it probably hasn't worked out for him but it's hard to break into the squad as it is.

 

[pjennings]

Excellent news for Brian and for us! As some of you mentioned, seem Kelechi is the odd one out now, a shame it probably hasn't worked out for him but it's hard to break into the squad as it is.

As FFC Mariner said - maybe we don't need to make a decision yet.

 

[Ironbark]

Kaltak extended to 24/25 - https://ccmariners.com.au/news/brian-kaltak-to-stay-on-the-coast-until-2025

Doesn't address the obvious issue of too many visa players though.

Happy with this. He's convincing me more and more every game. Attitude is there as well and seems to really add to the great culture

 

[shipwreck]

Good signing.

Some will think the Vanuatu link was a bit fishy but let's face it, he has proven himself on the field, obviously has a great attitude and is exactly the type of player that Monty and Serge can improve out of sight.

If we didn't sign him, I promise you another club would have now that we took the gamble.

 

[Ben10]

He's proven to be more than capable and if it means an extra Mariners pathway through Oceania then how good! Not to mention the untapped pool of thousands of football fans in the islands too, get them all Mariners shirts

 

[style_cafe]

He’s definitely injured, been mentioned in match commentary etc
It is annoying the club still doesn’t give exact details on injuries though. I thought he did his ankle

Definitely a hammy problem. I spoke to him at the bowlo 2 weeks ago

 

[sydmariner]

 

[marinermick]

Storm Rkux extends his contract to the end of next season.

 

[Ironbark]

Also happy with this.

I admit to being one of those who thought re-signing him was a poor idea, born of budgetary constraints.

As it has turned out he has been at his best and quite consistent. More than happy to eat my hat on this one.

 

[FFC Mariner]

Alarm bells ringing for Sasha though. We have 4 decent AL right backs if you add in Triantis (who can play there)

 

[Rising Sun]

Alarm bells ringing for Sasha though. We have 4 decent AL right backs if you add in Triantis (who can play there)

Don't see it that way. We have 3 decent RB (I am not including Triantis) and 1 decent LB - Storm and Aqualina both provide cover at LB.

Storm wouldn't be on wages that are out of kilter for a squaddie, so an extension is justified even if he is just providing cover (for both RB and LB) - he doesn't have to be seen as an automatic starter to justify an extension

As for Sasha, he is also handy on the wing which makes him a good bench option if he isn't in the starting 11

 

[turbo]

I'm not convinced Storm is blocking anyone's progression. He provides a level of all rounder cover across the backline and an older head to steady the ship if Kaltak is out for some reason. Can't speak for him but the fact he's extended without being our clear first choice RB may mean he's ok with playing the team role not necessarily looking to hog the spotlight or play every single minute. At 30 tomorrow he could well finish his career with us if he's happy in that role and his form holds.

 

[Michael]

Alarm bells ringing for Sasha though. We have 4 decent AL right backs if you add in Triantis (who can play there)

Don’t count on triantis playing there anytime soon though….

 

[turbo]

If you haven’t read the release about Storms extension it’s worth checking out. Seems quite heartfelt from Monty and he says he can see Storm finishing up his career here. I didn’t realise Storm has a son up here and that kind of thing could definitely contribute to getting him into a better place than his last few seasons.

 

[sydmariner]

 

[Big Al]

Good to have a few older guys around the squad with Storm and Kaltak. While Kaltak is new to the A League i am sure he can help the kids appreciate there opportunities and help keep them grounded

 

[Corsair]

I was also a Storm skeptic, however as a squaddie he's proven his worth and has played well this season so far.

Biggest issue is his pace, he got absolutely burnt in the Adelaide game. As long as we adjust for that his experience is valuable and he can pass and cross well, decent utility player.