Simon Mannering: ''still a little bit of the unknown''. Photo: Getty ImagesHigh expectations surround the Warriors' new NRL season but vice-captain Simon Mannering is calling for patience from fans and critics ahead of Sunday's round one opener against Newcastle at Mt Smart Stadium. "You always want to hit the ground running but we've only had the one full game together as this starting team," said Mannering. You get a real sense of how lucky you are to be doing what you're doing and you appreciate it so much more," said Mannering. "It's exciting to see young guys coming through and then new coaches come in and it all gives you a bit of a boost."

Source: Otago Daily Times March 04, 2017 23:00 UTC