Jump to content

Rohan Welsh



Recommended Posts

Saw this on BigFooty just now, haven't seen it discussed here. You have to wonder what on earth is going down at Casey when their coach is publicly ridiculing his players

http://cranbournenews.starcommunity.com.au/news/2014-05-22/meant-to-be-cruel-but-true/

Hope the club is aware of this, can't imagine they'd be too thrilled with the message being conveyed here. Needs to get the chip off his shoulder.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Have a look in the mirror Rohan

youre a [censored] coach and we dont need your negativity and lack of professionalism when things are finally looking up for us

Can we please get rid of this tool?

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Still at the end of the day a team with 13 professionals got done by a team of part timers. Was he just calling it as it was? An unacceptable and a [censored] poor effort perhaps!

  • Like 1
Link to comment
Share on other sites


We've been through this all. Message was consistent with Allison's review.

Only bit I haven't seen is this.

"Georgiou had six goals kicked on him and gave away probably another two and there were only 12 goals kicked in the game so you work that out."

That's a pretty strong individual criticism of a guy who played some reasonable AFL footy before getting dropped (and getting dropped when he wasn't too bad). Maybe the step up to AFL, combined with a possible concussion in Adelaide affected Georgiou when he went back a level. He's a rookie. Sure he gets to play full time but he's not making too much more than a highly paid VFL player. If he was responsible for 8 of the 12 goals maybe it was the coaching or match up that led to him having such a bad game for so long. Either way don't really like the individual criticism.

On a whole there is too little to really get stuck in to Welsh about. I'll be watching for his future comments and demeanor.

  • Like 1
Link to comment
Share on other sites

Still at the end of the day a team with 13 professionals got done by a team of part timers. Was he just calling it as it was? An unacceptable and a [censored] poor effort perhaps!

To say 13 professionals is fairly disingenuous and misrepresentative of the reality, when in that 13 you're including kids like Jayden Hunt and Dom Barry, and also guys like Blease, Tapscott and Nicholson who have been poorly coached for years on end.

I think the really counterproductive thing is to question a player's character and what he has "in him", when the article clearly states that Casey's undoing was mistakes borne of poor decision-making, which is more a question of experience and training.

I can't believe that Welsh's harsh criticism is good for the players' morale or confidence.

The more I hear about him, the more I think Welsh is just a monumentally sh*t bloke.

  • Like 3
Link to comment
Share on other sites

We've been through this all. Message was consistent with Allison's review.

Only bit I haven't seen is this.

"Georgiou had six goals kicked on him and gave away probably another two and there were only 12 goals kicked in the game so you work that out."

That's a pretty strong individual criticism of a guy who played some reasonable AFL footy before getting dropped (and getting dropped when he wasn't too bad). Maybe the step up to AFL, combined with a possible concussion in Adelaide affected Georgiou when he went back a level. He's a rookie. Sure he gets to play full time but he's not making too much more than a highly paid VFL player. If he was responsible for 8 of the 12 goals maybe it was the coaching or match up that led to him having such a bad game for so long. Either way don't really like the individual criticism.

On a whole there is too little to really get stuck in to Welsh about. I'll be watching for his future comments and demeanor.

Still can't believe that you can't see the difference between Allison's review, and the feedback that comes from Welsh.

  • Like 1
Link to comment
Share on other sites

Still can't believe that you can't see the difference between Allison's review, and the feedback that comes from Welsh.

There's a difference I get that. But it's not like Welsh is the only one upset by the loss.

I heard Allison went around the room with the guys at Casey recently and got them all to list why they aren't playing seniors and provided reasons in no uncertain terms.

Public comments are unhelpful but realistically it's the private conversations that are important and for that reason we can't make a mountain out of what might be a molehill.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Are people seriously complaining about him saying what most of us on this forum have said? We have too many guys who were picked for specific attributes favoured by the coach of the day who aren't good footballers. That is absolutely true. We have a bunch of full time professionals who don't match up against guys who have to fit their football in around their day jobs. That is also true. He gives credit where it is due, but he is also willing to tell them when they are not performing. I don't have a problem with any of it. These guys need to know that they aren't working hard enough.

  • Like 2
Link to comment
Share on other sites

Welsh seems to be from the Neeld Academy of Emotional Intelligence. Really dislike the way he goes about it. Allision is blunt in assessments but direct is different to embarrassing people in public - the comments on Georgio are a disgrace - and if the players are committed well the fish rots at the head.

Link to comment
Share on other sites


I hope that the Casey coaches are merely playing the bad cop.
I was a little concerned reading that. It should only come out in extraordinary circumstances. Perhaps that loss was it?

Link to comment
Share on other sites

I cannot see why people would question him speaking perfect sense. What else is he expected to say after throwing away a lead? Despite the apologists referring to the youth of some of our players they are still professional and there is youth on both sides.

  • Like 1
Link to comment
Share on other sites

Best: V. Michie, M. Evans, J. Fitzpatrick, L. Tapscott, D. Nicholson, D. Kent.

On Welsh, Roos would be telling him you need 22 players following the team structures and that it only takes one player to not play their part for the structures to fail. Seems from the above like the Melbourne boys (perhaps excluding Geogiou) were doing their part.

Overall result aside, I'm pleased to see the names above putting their hands up.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Best: V. Michie, M. Evans, J. Fitzpatrick, L. Tapscott, D. Nicholson, D. Kent.

On Welsh, Roos would be telling him you need 22 players following the team structures and that it only takes one player to not play their part for the structures to fail. Seems from the above like the Melbourne boys (perhaps excluding Geogiou) were doing their part.

Overall result aside, I'm pleased to see the names above putting their hands up.

Which bit don't you get, they got the best for playing half a game, the whole team was terrible in the second half, McKenzie was one who got away from criticism by both Welsh and Allison yet he doesn't get in the best, laughable, on Georgiou, for someone with AFL experience now, he had a very poor game unfortunately.

The only thing apart, from maybe Fitzpatrick, they were putting their hands up for was at least another week at Casey

I cannot see why people would question him speaking perfect sense. What else is he expected to say after throwing away a lead? Despite the apologists referring to the youth of some of our players they are still professional and there is youth on both sides.

Agreed, they are getting paid to perform

Link to comment
Share on other sites

I cannot see why people would question him speaking perfect sense. What else is he expected to say after throwing away a lead? Despite the apologists referring to the youth of some of our players they are still professional and there is youth on both sides.

I guess he has to give copy to the media but if history has taught us anything it is that there are some things that are best left in-house.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Join the conversation

You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.

Guest
Unfortunately, your content contains terms that we do not allow. Please edit your content to remove the highlighted words below.
Reply to this topic...

×   Pasted as rich text.   Paste as plain text instead

  Only 75 emoji are allowed.

×   Your link has been automatically embedded.   Display as a link instead

×   Your previous content has been restored.   Clear editor

×   You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL.

  • Recently Browsing   0 members

    • No registered users viewing this page.
  • Demonland Forums  

  • Match Previews, Reports & Articles  

    2024 Player Reviews: #31 Bayley Fritsch

    Once again the club’s top goal scorer but he had a few uncharacteristic flat spots during the season and the club will be looking for much better from him in 2025. Date of Birth: 6 December 1996 Height: 188cm Games MFC 2024: 23 Career Total: 149 Goals MFC 2024: 41 Career Total: 252 Brownlow Medal Votes: 4

    Demonland
    Demonland |
    Melbourne Demons 8

    2024 Player Reviews: #18 Jake Melksham

    After sustaining a torn ACL in the final match of the 2023 season Jake added a bit to the attack late in the 2024 season upon his return. He has re-signed on to the Demons for 1 more season in 2025. Date of Birth: 12 August 1991 Height: 186cm Games MFC 2024: 8 Career Total: 229 Goals MFC 2024: 8 Career Total: 188

    Demonland
    Demonland |
    Melbourne Demons 5

    2024 Player Reviews: #3 Christian Salem

    The luckless Salem suffered a hamstring injury against the Lions early in the season and, after missing a number of games, he was never at his best. He was also inconvenienced by minor niggles later in the season. This was a blow for the club that sorely needed him to fill gaps in the midfield at times as well as to do his best work in defence. Date of Birth: 15 July 1995 Height: 184cm Games MFC 2024: 17 Career Total: 176 Goals MFC 2024: 1 Career Total: 26 Brownlow Meda

    Demonland
    Demonland |
    Melbourne Demons 7

    2024 Player Reviews: #39 Koltyn Tholstrop

    The first round draft pick at #13 from twelve months ago the strongly built medium forward has had an impressive introduction to AFL football and is expected to spend more midfield moments as his career progresses. Date of Birth: 25 July 2005 Height: 186cm Games MFC 2024: 10 Career Total: 10 Goals MFC 2024: 5 Career Total: 5 Games CDFC 2024: 7 Goals CDFC 2024: 4

    Demonland
    Demonland |
    Melbourne Demons 6

    2024 Player Reviews: #42 Daniel Turner

    The move of “Disco” to a key forward post looks like bearing fruit. Turner has good hands, moves well and appears to be learning the forward craft well. Will be an interesting watch in 2025. Date of Birth: January 28, 2002 Height: 195cm Games MFC 2024: 15 Career Total: 18 Goals MFC 2024: 17 Career Total: 17 Games CDFC 2024: 1 Goals CDFC 2024:  1

    Demonland
    Demonland |
    Melbourne Demons 15

    2024 Player Reviews: #8 Jake Lever

    The Demon’s key defender and backline leader had his share of injuries and niggles throughout the season which prevented him from performing at his peak.  Date of Birth: 5 March 1996 Height: 195cm Games MFC 2024: 18 Career Total: 178 Goals MFC 2024: 1 Career Total: 5

    Demonland
    Demonland |
    Melbourne Demons 1

    2024 Player Reviews: #13 Clayton Oliver

    Lack of preparation after a problematic preseason prevented Oliver from reaching the high standards set before last year’s hamstring woes. He carried injury right through the back half of the season and was controversially involved in a potential move during the trade period that was ultimately shut down by the club. Date of Birth:  22 July 1997 Height:  189cm Games MFC 2024:  21 Career Total: 183 Goals MFC 2024: 3 Career Total: 54 Brownlow Medal Votes: 5

    Demonland
    Demonland |
    Melbourne Demons 17

    BLOODY BLUES by Meggs

    The conclusion to Narrm’s home and away season was the inevitable let down by the bloody Blues  who meekly capitulated to the Bombers.   The 2024 season fixture handicapped the Demons chances from the get-go with Port Adelaide, Brisbane and Essendon advantaged with enough gimme games to ensure a tough road to the finals, especially after a slew of early season injuries to star players cost wins and percentage.     As we strode confidently through the gates of Prin

    Demonland
    Demonland |
    Melbourne Demons 3

    2024 Player Reviews: #5 Christian Petracca

    Melbourne’s most important player who dominated the first half of the season until his untimely injury in the Kings Birthday clash put an end to his season. At the time, he was on his way to many personal honours and the club in strong finals contention. When the season did end for Melbourne and Petracca was slowly recovering, he was engulfed in controversy about a possible move of clubs amid claims about his treatment by the club in the immediate aftermath of his injury. Date of Birth: 4 J

    Demonland
    Demonland |
    Melbourne Demons 21
  • Tell a friend

    Love Demonland? Tell a friend!

×
×
  • Create New...