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Warriors forward Adam Blair is thriving under a different style of NRL pre-season

Warriors forward Adam Blair is thriving under a different style of NRL pre-season

12 February 2020 - article from www.rugbyleague.co.nz

Stephen Kearney

Stephen Kearney

Some hard truths from players has forced coach Stephen Kearney into a change of style this year, one likely to be fast-paced and skill-based.

Blair says that's led to more fun as they prepare for the season.

Blair will miss the NRL Nines this weekend, in order to be fresh for the Indigenous All Stars match next weekend.

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