Panthers Players Unveil Their Grand Final Plans: Inside the Minds of the Champs

As the Penrith Panthers gear up for another grand final showdown, the anticipation is palpable both within the team and among the fans. With back-to-back NRL titles already under their belt, the Panthers are hungrier than ever to add another piece of silverware to their growing legacy. But what exactly are the players’ plans to secure that victory?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

For co-captain Nathan Cleary, the focus remains on leading the team with calm authority and impeccable game management. We’ve been here before, but every grand final is a new challenge,Cleary remarked. It’s about staying composed, executing our game plan, and not letting the moment overwhelm us.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cleary’s precision kicking and ability to read the game will be critical in the grand final. His partnership with Jarome Luai in the halves is once again poised to be the key to unlocking any defense. Cleary has made it clear that he’s working on maintaining control in the game’s decisive moments, ensuring that his leadership will be a difference-maker.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Forward and captain Isaah Yeo emphasized the need for dominance in the middle of the park. Our job is to win the battle in the forwards, Yeo stated. If we can control the ruck and get quick play-the-balls, we know our backline can finish the job.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Yeo’s plans revolve around outmuscling the opposition and setting a platform for the likes of Brian To’o and Stephen Crichton to exploit. He also mentioned focusing on the team’s fitness to ensure they can go the distance in what is expected to be a high-intensity contest.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wing sensation Brian To’o is ready to bring his trademark energy to the field. I’m just going to run as hard as I can, bring the energy, and get those meters for the team, To’o said. Known for his relentless running and ability to turn defense into attack, To’o’s plan is simple but effective: wear down the opposition with powerful carries and explosive speed.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

With their plans laid out, the Panthers players are clear on one thing: they’re ready for the grand final, and they intend to leave no stone unturned in their pursuit of another championship.