) that both were brought in at relatively short notice in unexpected circumstances, when the main recruiting period was over. Whilst I know not all on here are big fans of Hump and co, they do deserve a lot of credit for such very astute signings.
I thought Pedrie was decent last season, but not exceptional. Think he had a bit of success battering through in the early games (pre season or very start of the league) and we seemed to using this tactic a lot, yet he wasn't making any yards.It was a bit like Neil Best a few years ago. Personally, I've seen a different Pedrie this season.His work around the fringes and at the breakdown have been exceptional and time and time again, I've seen him make a tackle, get up and make the next tackle. It's the work he and Henry do which allows 1F a bit more freedom to do some damage in midfield on occasions and turn over attacking ball. Also has some great hands at times.
As has been mentioned elsewhere, his performances in the big games this season have been exceptional. Was my MOTM in both of our last 2 Heiny away games, which are as big as they come. Let's be honest, these are the games we expect the big name imports to shine in and where we deserately need them to. In Pedrie's case he's really stepped up for that.
Sad he's not staying from an Ulster perspective, although won't forget the impact he's made and wish him all the best at Castres. Hope he's got a big money deal and a very enjoyable life out there for a couple of seasons, as he deserves it.
