Not yet he hasnt

An accurate assessment. Why can the Aussies breed tough but disciplined forwards (Willie Mason excepted ) while some of our hard men are just thugs?

Gone to Salford as the rich man pays a big fee.

Would be very happy to get Hock as without doubt he would add some steel in the forwards and most definately be a David Young or Paul Forber type looking after the youngsters.



You have to think that with Wilde, Dixon, Ashurst and McPherson we have some very good quality back rowers, add a couple of good props and the forwards look more than capable.



I can't actually remember when I was last this excited about possible new signings, fantasy rugby comes to Salford rather than fantastic player leave.

Looks like going to widnes

no you or kr we wont pay the extorsionate fee they want

I got the impression that the widens chairman wants to sell up maybe that's why your chairman won't punt cash

I see there are reports that Hock has signed for Widnes, I find that strange seeing as the owner it appears is looking to get new investment or a new owner on board.



The only thing I can see is if Wigan are part paying his wages and that he sees having a marketable name like Hock on board to make his search easier. Think with Hock it could well turn out his name makes selling the club on harder.

[url=http://www.loverugbyleague.com/news_10783-betts-confirms-widnes-bid-to-sign-gareth-hock.htmllBetts confirms Widnes bid to sign Gareth Hock[/url



Widnes have the club connection -Betts - Cassidy - O'Connor

They also have the family connection - New signing Kevin Brown is his brother in law.

The comment they were in the hunt but were wary of a bidding war for Hock's services is interesting .

It reminds me of the clamour for Willie Mason, lots of hype ,but damp sqib. He can't or won't play for Wigan , he set his sights on an NRL deal which fell through, will his mind be on the job for whoever he ends up with?

He's joined Widnes on a season long loan.

Kev Brown's married to Hock's sister?? Is the family resemblance a strong one?

An interesting read on the Wigan official site. I think we may have had a lucky escape, despite his obvious talent. www.wiganwarriors.com/WContent.a ... 869&type=1

An interesting read on the Wigan official site. I think we may have had a lucky escape, despite his obvious talent. www.wiganwarriors.com/WContent.a ... 869&type=1