First training session I've ever been to so I won't comment on that. Spirits seemed high though.

- Colin Sylvia came off after an hour or two and overheard him say to a trainer that he had stiffness in his back. Didn't see him again and I have no idea how serious the issue is. Read into it if you wish.

- Ricky Petterd was with the rehab group with about 5 or so others but only got an hour in before icing his hamstring for the rest of training.

The draftees also had an introduction to the facilities and they met a few of the other players. They'll commence training later in the week.

cheers snakey

Sylvia fcuk no!

Hopefully its not back related.

Sylvia fcuk no!

Hopefully its not back related.

I had to laugh. He complained of stiffness in his back and it isn't back-related?

I had to laugh. He complained of stiffness in his back and it isn't back-related?

Probably a finger related back injury

Its not as stupid as it sounds. Could have a small problem in his hamstring, hip or neck, which could all cause tightness in the back. Still doesn't sound good though.

Petterd is a concern. hope he can get on the park a bit this year.

True, it might not be a back related back injury

I hear it's a brain related back injury :D

Seriously, just because someone pulls up tight from training, does not mean they have done a serious injury that will ruin their season. In fact, that he pulled up sore means he's actually working hard and doing something. The same goes for Petterd. Maybe he's just a bit sore from an earlier session, and they are giving him some time off.

It's very normal that after weeks of hard training, players are feeling the strain.

Hopefully they're not being pushed too hard just yet.

Hair related back injury?

He does like his product does the manchild...

Hopefully they're not being pushed too hard just yet.

Hopefully they are. They have an extended Christmas break.

Since when does going to training and making a few uninformed observations on players' niggles constitute an 'injury update'?

This thread is just annoying.

Injury update:

I have no idea... Read into it if you wish...

Most helpful, thanks

Since when does going to training and making a few uninformed observations on players' niggles constitute an 'injury update'?

This thread is just annoying.

Most helpful, thanks

im greatful that he bothered to go down to training and make some observations and report them on demonland

im greatful that he bothered to go down to training and make some observations and report them on demonland

Me too!! Keep up the good work Snakey.

well done on the effort gettin down there. I always miss a beat pre-season when these things happen!

im greatful that he bothered to go down to training and make some observations and report them on demonland

I'm grateful for those that do this to, the title of the thread is totally misleading and alarmist though, it is not an Injury Update at all, he does not even know if these players are injured.

I'm grateful for those that do this to, the title of the thread is totally misleading and alarmist though, it is not an Injury Update at all, he does not even know if these players are injured.

Whilst it is probably not earth shattering injury news, some people like to read if one of the players actually "sneeze" at training. For all we know, Sylvia was probably just saying he was a "bit stiff", that's all. Then had a lengthy spell in the loo.

He's reported what he has seen. If it's not enough for you, that's fine. By the way whilst it may be a little misleading it's hardly "alarmist" IMO.

I was alarmed that I was getting a training report from mid-August, thankfully I was mistaken

Thanks snakey for the report.

And for those who can't read, there is nothing in the report that is not factual.

Been to training 4 or 5 times at Casey. Went down on Monday and today.

Without going into great detail DB said that players were generally fitter than last year. He doesn't seem to get too excited about anything, which is good as we have a long way to go.

Training is very repetitive, as they seem to do the same drills each each session. They play touch football (handballing rather than throwing). They do a similar drill using tennis balls. The also do some set plays kicking and handballing.

I spoke to Ricky Petterd when he had ice on his left hammy. He said it was just a bit tight. He went back out on the field and did some light training after about 20 minutes. I didn't see Colin Sylvia today. I overheard that Clint Bartram rolled his ankle (don't know when) and went to the pool.

Tom Rockliff trained on Monday and today. Seemed a bit unsure of himself on Monday as he did not know anybody. He trained well today and looked confident in his ability. He did well and knows what to do in front of goal. Not particularly athletic, but a natural footballer. A non high-flying version of Robbo. All the recruits (except Watts) trained today. Watts had school commitments. Jetta looked really good in the touch football. Has a lot of flair about him.

The player that has really impressed me in the last couple of weeks is big Jake Spencer. I saw him at Trinity last year and he seemed like a fish out of water. Now he looks supremely confident and has been super impressive in the drills. Good ball handling and athletic. I mentioned his name to an official of the club and he was very excited about his improvement.

Trent Zomer has turned into a big bodied player and also seemed to do well in most of the drills.

Of the invitees Danny Hughes and Sam O' Sullivan are impressive. Danny has overcome his injuries and like all the players is (training the house down). Jordie McKenzie also looks a likely type. Marcus White looks a clone of Clint Bartram but seems to have better ball skills.

Last year we did not draft any of the invitees. Therefore, I guess we should not get too excited. However, going out on a limb my best guess is that next Tuesday I would not be surprised if we add the following players to our list:-

Tom Rockliff, Danny Hughes, Sam O'Sullivan and a player training with another club.

Theo

great work theo

Great update Theo. Some good facts there, Mo.

Good to read about the reports and excitement on big Jake Spencer and Jetta. Cheers.

I had to laugh. He complained of stiffness in his back and it isn't back-related?

Ha I actually meant to write groin related. Oh well

.....Theo

Thanks Theo. I hope you are right about Rockliff.

Can anyone explain why Rockliff wasn't on the official AFL "permission to train" lists?