Orange Hawks import Chris Grevsmuhl wasn't sure what to expect when he arrived at the club, but has been blown away by the talent in the forward pack.
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Led by Ethan McKellar, Grevsmuhl knows two blues' chances of winning a looming road trip to Glen Willow rests largely on the shoulders of the big boys.
We need to get on the front foot and give our back-line a chance.
- Chris Grevsmuhl.
"We need to get on the front foot and give our back-line a chance," he said.
"If we do that, hopefully they can score some points for us."
"It starts with Ethan [McKellar]. If we can get even an extra one per cent out of him, we could really shake up the comp. He's the leader of our pack."
Grevsmuhl adds to what's already a rock solid forward pack that possesses players like Nathan Potts, Saul Houma, Rakai Tuheke and Talon Hodge, although the latter two haven't been available every week lately.
Mudgee Dragons will be out for revenge during Sunday's tilt as the last time these two teams clashed, it was Hawks that ran riot, beating down an undermanned Red V at Wade Park, causing Jack Littlejohn to question the commitment of his teammates.
The Dragons' fortunes have since changed, and they'll look to continue their unbeaten run on home soil after last defeating Pat's 30-8 in round 12.
While Hawks control their own destiny, you could make the case they're yet to register a significant win as their only victory against a side currently in the top three came against Mudgee.
Daniel Mortimer's men will enjoy a weekend off this round as they're sitting at the top of the table but are just one point clear of Panthers.
They're set to take on Mudgee at Bathurst during the round 15 Magic Round.
The round 14 showdown will get started at 3pm.