Titans Hand Debut to Young Halfback Zane Harrison Against Roosters
The Gold Coast Titans have made significant lineup changes for their upcoming National Rugby League (NRL) clash against the Sydney Roosters, aiming to reverse their poor start to the season. Currently sitting 14th on the ladder with only two wins from nine rounds, rookie coach Josh Hannay has opted to debut 20-year-old halfback Zane Harrison at number seven. Harrison, a Northern Rivers junior who has been in the Titans' system since age 15, replaces Jayden Campbell, who shifts to five-eighth in a move deemed a better fit for his playing style. Additionally, 25-year-old Jensen Taumoepeau makes his NRL debut on the wing, replacing the injured Siela Faeamani, while Oliver Pascoe starts at hooker after Lachlan Ilias was dropped. The Sydney Roosters, looking to maintain their recent strong form, face injury setbacks with Lindsay Collins and Mark Nawaqanitawase ruled out. Cody Ramsey returns to the squad for his first minutes since 2022, replacing Nawaqanitawase, and Spencer Leniu is elevated to the starting forward pack. This match represents a critical test for the struggling Titans as they seek answers through youth and tactical adjustments.
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Titans Hand Debut to Young Halfback Zane Harrison Against Roosters
The Gold Coast Titans have made significant lineup changes for their upcoming National Rugby League (NRL) clash against the Sydney Roosters, aiming to reverse their poor start to the season. Currently sitting 14th on the ladder with only two wins from nine rounds, rookie coach Josh Hannay has opted to debut 20-year-old halfback Zane Harrison at number seven. Harrison, a Northern Rivers junior who has been in the Titans' system since age 15, replaces Jayden Campbell, who shifts to five-eighth in a move deemed a better fit for his playing style. Additionally, 25-year-old Jensen Taumoepeau makes his NRL debut on the wing, replacing the injured Siela Faeamani, while Oliver Pascoe starts at hooker after Lachlan Ilias was dropped. The Sydney Roosters, looking to maintain their recent strong form, face injury setbacks with Lindsay Collins and Mark Nawaqanitawase ruled out. Cody Ramsey returns to the squad for his first minutes since 2022, replacing Nawaqanitawase, and Spencer Leniu is elevated to the starting forward pack. This match represents a critical test for the struggling Titans as they seek answers through youth and tactical adjustments.
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