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Simon Goodwin steps up talks with Demons

Seems like official interviews are imminent.

How about a Goodwin and Bomber double? Last night on 360 Bomber didn't seem too eager to be a senior coach again, reckon he's looking for a Director of Footy role such as what Neil Craig has at Essendon. This is something we could offer him. Bring Goodwin on as Senior Assistant and Bomber on as Director of Football, helps with Goodwin's seamless education as it continues an existing relationship. Then when Roos steps in to the shadows Goodwin steps up, but still with Bomber offering ongoing sage advice when needed. Continuity, seamless transition, things that Roos has publicly stated he is seeking.

Makes sense to me...

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Big question though - are we certain that Goodwin wasn't involved with the pharmacology experiment? Seriously I would be wary, any sanctions aside, of anyone compliant in such scurrilous disregard for player welfare, and the good of the game.

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To be honest, I wouldn't know a good assistant coach if he slapped me across the face with a wet fish. I just want someone who is on the same page with Paul Roos as far as football philosophy goes. Whoever we end up with may not have an exciting name, but I'll trust Roos won't bring in a nong to replace himself.

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Big question though - are we certain that Goodwin wasn't involved with the pharmacology experiment? Seriously I would be wary, any sanctions aside, of anyone compliant in such scurrilous disregard for player welfare, and the good of the game.

Everyone at the club was involved. But you'd figure he was a junior assistant coach so not involved in the decision making. In some ways he's probably a victim like the players more than a bad guy. Any sanction might be light if he was willing to take one along the lines of the rugby league guys. It's a concern. But if he's the best coach in waiting you'd take the chance.

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Don't know much about Goodwin as a coach, but you can be sure that Roos would have all the good oil from Bomber Thompson regarding Goodwin's ability.

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To be honest, I wouldn't know a good assistant coach if he slapped me across the face with a wet fish. I just want someone who is on the same page with Paul Roos as far as football philosophy goes. Whoever we end up with may not have an exciting name, but I'll trust Roos won't bring in a nong to replace himself.

To be honest, there wouldn't be many if any on Demonland with any idea.

Players we can judge what we see. Coaches we can judge results.

The work of an assistant coach is fairly intangible to supporters.

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Is it too early to be taking bets on when the first "Sack Goodwin" thread will appear? Round 4 2017 is looking good!

I'd personally prefer an assistant from a different club, but will put my blind faith in PJ and Roos picking the right man.

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http://www.theage.com.au/afl/afl-news/simon-goodwin-steps-up-talks-with-essendon-20140909-10ed6r.html

Seems like official interviews are imminent.

How about a Goodwin and Bomber double? Last night on 360 Bomber didn't seem too eager to be a senior coach again, reckon he's looking for a Director of Footy role such as what Neil Craig has at Essendon. This is something we could offer him. Bring Goodwin on as Senior Assistant and Bomber on as Director of Football, helps with Goodwin's seamless education as it continues an existing relationship. Then when Roos steps in to the shadows Goodwin steps up, but still with Bomber offering ongoing sage advice when needed. Continuity, seamless transition, things that Roos has publicly stated he is seeking.

Makes sense to me...

Pretty sure Roos wants to be Director of Football when he hands over reigns

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Roos can have whatever title he likes, as long as he's around the club in some capacity. His presence alone will help the club in so many ways, not the least of which is the recruitment and retention of players.

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Don't know much about Goodwin as a coach, but you can be sure that Roos would have all the good oil from Bomber Thompson regarding Goodwin's ability.

Yes just like we got the good oil from Malthouse on Neeld.

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To be honest, there wouldn't be many if any on Demonland with any idea.

Players we can judge what we see. Coaches we can judge results.

The work of an assistant coach is fairly intangible to supporters.

All too true.

Pretty sure Roos wants to be Director of Football when he hands over reigns

Source?

It wont stop the faux experts declaring how good XXXX is as an assistant coach.

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Yes just like we got the good oil from Malthouse on Neeld.

Touché! I trust Roosy's divining skills a million times more than G Lyon and C Schwab tho'.

Edit: speelling

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To be honest, there wouldn't be many if any on Demonland with any idea.

Players we can judge what we see. Coaches we can judge results.

The work of an assistant coach is fairly intangible to supporters.

Hallelujah

I am bemused when supporters trash assistant coaches. Supporters simply don't know - head coaches are the only ones who can make that call. Rawlings for exampled is being hailed as a great assistant this year - but how about last year ? I basically believe if the head coach keeps renewing the contract of an assistant then he must be ok - if he gives him the flick, then maybe not so. Some assistants have great reputations - they come with years of experience and ultra impressive resumes - George Stone - but even that is heresay from others - players and coaches.

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The only thing I know about Godwin apart from him being a very good player is that he has done the right things to become a senior coach. He could have stayed on at Adelaide but for the betterment of his career he left to get a broader understanding of the football world.

Think Gia at the dogs who is staying, Bickley who stayed on in Adelaide. I would prefer someone who is driven enough to go out, put yourself on the line and gather the knowledge and experience necessary. No years in the media building a profile whilst losing touch with the game.

Can he coach? I've got no idea but at least he has made the right moves to get the best from himself.

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I can confirm Goodwin will be senior assistant next year.

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I can confirm Goodwin will be senior assistant next year.

How can you confirm that when permission has only just been granted for us to formally interview Goodwin?

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I can confirm Goodwin will be senior assistant next year.

This post confirms but one thing.

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I know people - it's done.

Happy to never post again if I am wrong.

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I know people - it's done.

Happy to never post again if I am wrong.

i know people at the club but it's hard to say it's done when he is just the first name to come up that Melbourne are meeting . I can tell you he is not the only coach we will talk too so your people are just wrong.
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Happy to never post again if I am wrong.

That's called the Hogans Hero's clause......

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I know people - it's done.

Happy to never post again if I am wrong.

Did you hear that on SEN?

They mentioned it earlier as well.

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