'Bunker down': Origin coach sends stern Latrell message
Michael Maguire has left the door open for Latrell Mitchell to be selected in the NSW side for State of Origin – but he’s urged the Rabbitohs star to “bunker down” and “be in the right headspace” if he wants to represent the Blues.
The 26-year-old has had a tough start to the year at South Sydney, with the side winning just one of their first six games and sitting on the bottom of the NRL ladder.
To make matters worse, Mitchell was hit with a three-game suspension for an elbow on Shaun Johnson in round five, limiting his opportunity to impress Maguire.
However, in a press conference 50 days out from the series opener, the new boss admitted Mitchell was still in the mix – but only if he can turn things around at Redfern.
“Everyone knows the capabilities of Latrell, but it’s about making sure he is in the right headspace,” Maguire told media on Tuesday.
“At the moment, one thing I know is that in big games, you need your focus right about where you are going. Souths are going through a tough period, but Latrell has a chance to bunker down and really help the NSW team.
“He has another couple of months where he can put himself into that shape, but Origin games are up there with the biggest games of your life.
“I want to see that focus from all the players, making sure they are in a good headspace and feeling good about where they are. That helps the make-up of your team.
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