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Warriors playmaker Luke Metcalf admits his transition to the halfback position remains a work in progress

Warriors playmaker Luke Metcalf admits his transition to the halfback position remains a work in progress

14 March 2025 - article from www.rugbyleague.co.nz

The 26-year-old's come in for scrutiny after his first outing in the seven jersey during the club's 30 to 8 thrashing by the Canberra Raiders in Las Vegas.

Coach Andrew Webster's kept the faith, naming an unchanged line-up for tonight's NRL match against Manly at Mount Smart.

Metcalf says he's adjusting to the extra responsibility.

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