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Scott West joins MFC coaching panel

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Well over at demonology they heard on SEN that Mick McGuane is the one, have you got it wrong again?

That thread at 'ology is an absolute bonanza for defamation lawyers.

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    Herald Sun believes it to be Scott West

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    Thanks Mick, that seems more realistic :) West might be a great pickup, or he may not be..lol. After al lwe al thought Williams might have a more positive influence than seemed to occur too.Still Scotty would come with a fantastic pedigree and by all accounts is a natural imparter of this. One way or anothr I certainly hope we play this part of the ground much smarter and more effective than the past.

    welcome aboard West :)

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    This is sensational news. I guess I'd prefer it if he was aboard on a full-time basis, but if he has other commitments, I'm just greatful to have him around to help our currently worthless midfield out. He could even teach the old dog Bruce a new trick or two about effective handball.

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    If true this is fantastic news even if it only is part time. West is highly respected, straight out of the game, one of the best inside players of the last decade and learnt his trade in a similar environment to our own (The Doghouse sure aint no Lexus Centre or Visy Stadium).

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    If true this is fantastic news even if it only is part time. West is highly respected, straight out of the game, one of the best inside players of the last decade and learnt his trade in a similar environment to our own (The Doghouser sure aint no Lexus Centre).

    Agree. Scott West could really teach our guys a few things.

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    A few......... a million.

    Yeah, we might be first to the ball instead of first to our opponent

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    Great news, and we needed it I think.

    Jones and McLean could learn a lot from him.

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    Have just checked my source out. He reminded me that he did not ever say it was StKilda that was me reading in between the lines. Therefore after this very likely S.West will be at MFC. We could not be any luckier well done to all involved if this is the case!

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    If it's West then I'm absolutely stoked. He was one of my favourite players outside MFC -- a no-nonsense insider who was probably the best in the business at the quick handball. If he's as good a teacher as people would have you believe then that's even better. I reckon our mids need all the help they can get at the moment.

    Again, if true, it's a big win for the club.

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    I just heard KB talking to Campbell Rose on SEN; Scott West is at Melbourne next year.

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    Excellent news.

    Scott West's knowledge would be of enormous benefit to McLean and Jones in particular, as all three play similar roles but lack a bit of pace. Never stopped West from being first to the ball though.

    Finally we go after someone and actually get them. Amazing! :rolleyes:

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    Excellent news.

    Scott West's knowledge would be of enormous benefit to McLean and Jones in particular, as all three play similar roles but lack a bit of pace. Never stopped West from being first to the ball though.

    Finally we go after someone and actually get them. Amazing! :rolleyes:

    The bloke he should really be able to help IMO is Brent Moloney who has a lot of fine attributes but could learn a hell of a lot from West about others in respect of which he has been lacking in recent years. If totally fit, Moloney could make a big difference if West can help smooth over the rough edges.

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    This is sensational news. I guess I'd prefer it if he was aboard on a full-time basis, but if he has other commitments, I'm just greatful to have him around to help our currently worthless midfield out. He could even teach the old dog Bruce a new trick or two about effective handball.

    You know what they say Diablo, you can't teach an old dog new tricks...

    The bloke he should really be able to help IMO is Brent Moloney who has a lot of fine attributes but could learn a hell of a lot from West about others in respect of which he has been lacking in recent years. If totally fit, Moloney could make a big difference if West can help smooth over the rough edges.

    Yes. Good point regarding Moloney.

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    Very happy about this. He will teach our midfielders so much. And they are sure to respect him.

    This is good for Melbourne. A big-name signing like this.

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    West is meant to give an interview soon on SEN, but they're having phone problems.

    KB's show is about to finish, but if he gets on i'll post details

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    This is a great appointment and just what we need to put a little more positive feeling back into the club.

    I just hope we can keep him beyond a 1 year tenure.

    Whoever pulled this off neeeds to be conrgratulated.

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    hahaha looks like i was wrong, wasn't Darcy!

    Lets hope West can talk him into coming down as a ruck coach though, as we obviously will need one

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    hahaha looks like i was wrong, wasn't Darcy!

    Lets hope West can talk him into coming down as a ruck coach though, as we obviously will need one

    I think in the modern game the "Ruck role" is much less significant then the midfield role. If you can win more quality center clearances then your opponents you will win more games then you loose regardless of the tap stats. Therefore the midfield coach roles is paramount with ruck as a secondary role. Well thats how I would go about the structure if in DB's shoes!

    therefore WELL DONE TO ALL INVOLVED. I wonder if this might have a positive effect on the number of signed members before next saturday? I hope so!

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    hopefully west will teach both moloney and jones the art of the quick handball. it could really take jones' game to another level, because atm he is always looking to personally carry the ball out of the contest. it would also allow moloney to play inside to greater effect, rather than just crash and bash and try and kick long.

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    West joins Demons

    "In a major coup the Melbourne Football Club is delighted to announce that it has appointed Scott West to the role of Assistant Midfield Coach.

    West joins the Demons in a part-time capacity, and will assist Mark Williams with the team’s midfield group, specialising in the stoppage area of the game."

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    hopefully west will teach both moloney and jones the art of the quick handball. it could really take jones' game to another level, because atm he is always looking to personally carry the ball out of the contest. it would also allow moloney to play inside to greater effect, rather than just crash and bash and try and kick long.

    There's another bloke that could grow beyond all expectations - Simon Buckley. He has the ability to step around traffic the likes of what ablett does. With a bit of coaching (re quick handball when it is required) who knows what he could do for us. (I'm not suggesting for a minute that buckley will be as good as ablett but could be seen as an equal to jones as a midfielder)

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