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The thread's title says it all. I really like this article, especially the second last paragraph:

For a moral, Melbourne can either dwell on how far it has fallen compared with last year's bottom team, or on how quickly it might recover. Teams, like individuals, sometimes surprise even themselves when they develop confidence.

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    http://www.theage.com.au/afl/afl-news/demons-not-at-home-at-etihad-20110814-1it33.html

    The thread's title says it all. I really like this article, especially the second last paragraph:

    For a moral, Melbourne can either dwell on how far it has fallen compared with last year's bottom team, or on how quickly it might recover. Teams, like individuals, sometimes surprise even themselves when they develop confidence.

    Enjoying all the positive comments for Blease, great to see him out there and making an impact.

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    http://www.theage.com.au/afl/afl-news/demons-not-at-home-at-etihad-20110814-1it33.html

    The thread's title says it all. I really like this article, especially the second last paragraph:

    For a moral, Melbourne can either dwell on how far it has fallen compared with last year's bottom team, or on how quickly it might recover. Teams, like individuals, sometimes surprise even themselves when they develop confidence.

    I read this and didnt mind reading something trying to spawn some positivity about MFC.

    I was confused by it though a little. Especially the last sentence - is it now that we are content with 8 goal thumpings? I know it is not the intent, but the way it is written makes it sound like that a bit.

    Confidence and momentum are invaluable things in modern day footy, i think that it is not beyond us to clean up and move on at a good rate next year, however, we need to ensure the right people are in charge of that process.

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    I read this and didnt mind reading something trying to spawn some positivity about MFC.

    I was confused by it though a little. Especially the last sentence - is it now that we are content with 8 goal thumpings? I know it is not the intent, but the way it is written makes it sound like that a bit.

    Confidence and momentum are invaluable things in modern day footy, i think that it is not beyond us to clean up and move on at a good rate next year, however, we need to ensure the right people are in charge of that process.

    Just good to have something to work with.

    As a leader of a team that has moved our 15 goal losses to 8 goal losses, it makes a huge difference to the team dynamics and how the players see the future.

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