Controversy seems to follow the Broncos in some way during the year, even in the off-season. This time it involves our big signing for next season, Greg Inglis. At least it doesn't involve a camera phone and a nightclub bathroom right?
The guts of it is that while Greg Inglis was up for assault last year and the Storm spent roughly $113,000 ($35,000 of which Inglis owes apparently) on legal fees to clear his name. You'd be naive to think that this was not only to defend Greg but also salvage the Storm brand which copped a massive hit in the wake of the Salary Cap scandal. Greg's argument is that he had no say in what legal action was taken and the Storm hired a QC to defend the player.
I struggle to accept that this is the sole reason they are attempting to scuttle the Broncos deal by not releasing Inglis to sign with the Broncos formally. The NRL is yet to approve the contract pending the outcome of this situation. The Broncos and the Storm have built a solid rivalry over the last few years and it's my belief that they are using Greg as leverage to get their way. Pro tip Melbourne - you can chase these funds without Inglis on your books.
Thankfully some sort of common-sense has prevailed and Inglis has been allowed to start training with the Broncos. Although he is restricted to light duties due to off-season shoulder surgery, it's a step in the right direction. Let's hope Melbourne smarten up and release Inglis formally. It's not like they've done wrong by fans and the game in the past, right?
Thursday, October 28, 2010
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