Ipswich coach backs potential of his ‘fantastic’ team after another gruelling defeat. See why Lander keen to see his side rise above Intrust Super Cup challenges.
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Subscriber only AFTER an injury scare the Ipswich Jets didn t need, Jayden Tricky Connors is chasing a milestone. But thankfully he s not too homesick being in such a supportive Ipswich environment. Connors only needs two points in Saturday s Intrust Super Cup match against the Capras to join the Jets 100 club. However, he was in doubt for the latest match after injuring his left ankle in last weekend s 36-14 loss to Easts at the North Ipswich Reserve. His arrival at Jets training on Thursday night was most welcome as the Ipswich side strives to end a losing streak in Saturday afternoon s game at the North Ipswich Reserve.
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Subscriber only HEAD coach Keiron Lander paid tribute to retiring winger Peter Gubb as the Ipswich Jets medical team prepared for a busy week. The winless Jets were left with a number of injury concerns after tonight s latest 36-14 Intrust Super Cup loss to the Brisbane Tigers at the North Ipswich Reserve. In a game marred by rain in the final 40 minutes, the Jets were unable to capitalise on a strong first half finish. Among the players needing treatment were centre Ben White (cut under his eye), five-eight Josh Cleeland, fullback Jayden Connors (ankle) and substitute Hugh Sedger (concussion).