Choco Williams

[tonatopia 278]

Lots of talk on 3aw about Choco Williams coaching us. Apparently according to Dwayne Russell, even when coaching at port, he wanted to return to the heart of football and coach a team.

The positives about Choco is that he wouldn't give a toss about political correctness, he wears his heart on his sleeve, is cunning, street smart, hard as nails yet has the delicate touch that can infiltrate a players psyche. He gets the most out of his players, is a mans man and makes his team play above their weight. He thinks in abstract, yet can be wild. But most of all, he is a master motivator and is desperate to prove the football world wrong, who have already written him off and selected untried rookies over him.

He led pa to be the greatest home and away team for about 4 years running, bringing in one flag.

I don't know if the silver spooners would like him tho.

All in all, if we don't land lethal or Roos, I would be delighted to follow choco for the next 5-10 years.

Happy happy joy joy, the new sun is rising!

Ps, we are going to come out and smash the saints. The shackles have been released and now our spirits can fly once again. I am so happy.

Carn the mighty demons, rip em apart, kill em all!!!!!!

[dazzledavey36 48,912]

Tigers supporters love him because the way he has turned Dustin Martins life around and also the guidance he has shown to the younger players. He was also praised for the vast improvement of the GWS youngsters last year, and now you look at richmonds young guns now and seeing how well they are going. Has people skill, PASSION, leadership, development skills and plus a witty side to him..

[Redleg 37,780]

He is looking very likely IMO.

[Gorgoroth 12,331]

After Roos he is my choice, I'd even want him over Clarkson

[Bay Riffin 1,420]

Did he have a pretty good leg up at Port though? Without the extra recruiting advantages how would he do? I'm unsure.

[Courtney_Fish 183]

Can somebody tell me why he's called Choco?

[Pennant St Dee 11,336]

Did he have a pretty good leg up at Port though? Without the extra recruiting advantages how would he do? I'm unsure.

Was right hand man to Cahill during 1997 & 98 took over the following year and from memory took them to finals in his first year where they lost to North. There original draft concessions were not great (nothing like GWS & Suns) they traded there first pick in 1996 draft which Meth Coast used for Gardiner.

From 1999 to 2004 he had Port as a formidable side who finished minor Premiers 2 or 3 times. He then rebuilt the list from 04-07 and got them to the GF again in 07 where they lost to the powerful Geelong side. I think he had run his race with Port by the end of 08 and it was time for him to move on then but he basically built two very good sides at Port!

[Scipio 5,868]

He'd be sensational I think, however as I asked in another thread, do people know why he would want to leave Richmond at this point in time? Has he stated that he wants to coach again?

[What 18,810]

my number 1 chopice

Great coach, great developer of young tqalent, and to top it off a great personality who will sell hope to the Demon faithful and deliver the goods

[GIRO 63]

Would love Choco have stated this for ages

[Choko 493]

I suppose I should support him with my profile!

[DemonOX 8,541]

I would be happy with either in order
Roos,
Matthews,
Choco or
Clarkson

Get it done demons we have been in the wilderness long enough.

[Mono 454]

Not Williams for mine.

IMO he fluked a premiership with a very good list, then screwed the club for the AFL's biggest coach contract, when Port was limited financially; fundamentally sent them broke 4 years later. They are still recovering big time.

Massive ego and a nutter. Not for me under any circumstances.

[whatwhat say what 19,144]

he is bona fide insane. a nightmare to deal with. sets up factions.

big no for mine.

[DeeSpencer 23,224]

Not Williams for mine.

IMO he fluked a premiership with a very good list, then screwed the club for the AFL's biggest coach contract, when Port was limited financially; fundamentally sent them broke 4 years later. They are still recovering big time.

Massive ego and a nutter. Not for me under any circumstances.

They didn't have to pay him! They should've sent him packing. Really they stuffed each other but even on the way down he had a team in a grand final.

[cowboy_from_hell 2,390]

Would take Roos and Clarkson first but they are both a fantasy at the moment. In reality, Choco would be my first choice. Can look after younger players but can give a very good spray at the same time and seems to demand respect.

[Waltham33 409]

Is my 4th behind Roos, Clarko and Woosha. In reality he is most likely.

[Swooper Northey 241]

Choco should have been seriously considered post Bailey. He had all the attributes that we needed when we decided to go down the Neeld path. I'd be happy to see him in charge. Aside from his toughness and tactical nous, I think he'd bring some spark, spirit and even some fun to the place which has been so badly lacking. I don't think he'd talk about attempted tackles or 'competitive quarters'. He certainly wouldn't be wheeling out the 'it is what it is' line!

[Ron Burgundy 8,584]

Would love Choco have stated this for ages

Choco plus Junior McDonald and I'm very, very happy.

[Demonland 65,652]

According to his brother Mark Williams has the "fire in his belly" to take on the coaching job at the Dees

http://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/afl/mark-williams-has-a-fire-in-his-belly-to-take-on-the-coaching-job-at-melbourne/story-fni5f91a-1226666437747

MARK Williams wants the Melbourne job and would be an even better coach with the Demons than he was at Port Adelaide.

That's the opinion of the man who knows him best, his younger brother and triple Port Magpies premiership coach Stephen Williams.

[Demon Disciple 11,035]

Not a bad #2 choice to have behind Paul Roos.

I believe that Choco would be more passionate as MFC coach than Roos.

[What 18,810]

If Roos' heart isnt in it 100% then I don't want him.

Choco will give us unconditional passion and hunger.

[Carrot Top 947]

Eade and Choco are both hooking for the job.

Good luck to them but resume by media is a bit tacky.

[What 18,810]

Eade and Choco are both hooking for the job.

Let's be thankful for that, im sure a lot of people said "Who the hell would wanna coach the Demons?"

Well two very good coaches want to so far, and Roos maybe too.

[angrydee 842]

Eade and Choco are both hooking for the job.

Good luck to them but resume by media is a bit tacky.

Both are employed by rival clubs.

Managers just making sure our supporters know that they're definitely interested.

No excuses for not talking to them.