The mighty Warriors from across the Tasman are coming into this season under a cloud of uncertainty.
Onto their third coach in two years, the Warriors have also lost some of their best players in James Maloney and the dependable Lewis Brown.
Curtains haven't been called on their 2013 campaign, and are armed with a roster that could surprise many on their way to the finals.
Covering the loss of Maloney was always going to be difficult, but the recruitment of Thomas Leuluai goes a long way to filling the hole. Shaun Johnson has proved to be a more than capable young half and will partner Leuluai. The signing of Harry Seijka provides some cover for injury, and will
The forward pack have gained the services of Todd Lowrie to cover the loss of Brown, while keeping the crux of their 2012 pack. Sam Rapira, Russell Packer, Jacob Lilyman and Ben Matulino will rotate through the front row, with Feleti Mateo, Simon Mannering, Elijah Taylor and Ben Henry providing cover for the back row.
Nathan Friend should have a mortgage on the hooker jersey, but Alehana Mara and Pita Goldinet will be ready if they get the opportunity.
Sione Lousi, Steve Rapira, Sebastine Ikahihifo, Sam Lousi and Mara provide depth in the forwards.
Kevin Locke leads from back again this season, narrowly beating out Glen Fiisiahi who has proven more than capable.
Bill Tupou and Manu Vatuvei have both laid claim to the the starting wing jerseys, while Konrad Hurrell and new recruit Dane Nielsen should get the nod at centre. Henry provides cover in the centre, with Jerome Ropati, Carlos Tuimavave and Dominique Peyroux all waiting in the wings.
Warriors: 1. Kevin Locke 2. Bill Tupou 3. Dane Nielson 4. Konrad Hurrell 5. Manu Vatuvei 6. Thomas Leuluai 7. Shaun Johnson 8. Ben Matulino 9. Nathan Friend 10. Sam Rapira 11. Feleti Mateo 12. Simon Mannering 13. Elijah Taylor Interchange 14. Todd Lowrie 15. Russell Packer 16. Jacob Lilyman 17. Ben Henry
On the fringe: Glen Fiisiahi, Steve Rapira, Harry Seijka, Jerome Ropati, Carlos Tuimavave, Sione Lousi, Sam Lousi, Alehana Mara, Pita Goldinet
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