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ManDee
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Any news from on high Rev. I have been a bit worried since your last comment?

Blessed are those who proclaim optimism - for they shall inherit a premiership cup!

Blessed are those who say nice things - for they shall not inherit a clip across the ear.

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    Blessed are those who proclaim optimism - for they shall inherit a premiership cup!

    Blessed are those who say nice things - for they shall not inherit a clip across the ear.

    Hmm a little confusing I think.

    There must be a hidden message there buy I cannot see it just yet , not sure what a "premiership cup" is

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    I still think the forward line is lacking another weapon.

    I believe that Garlett will make a massive difference as I rate small forwards higher than most, ideally Watts or Howe could fill that void as a dangerous target to compliment Dawes, Hogan and Pedersen.

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    There is another man in the forward line.

    I'm a fan of Watts and truly hope the he can put together a very good/great season and shove it up the non-believers. As I've previously said if I was granted three wishes I would use one to watch Jack take mark of the year standing on Nic Nats shoulders.

    But, in reality, for a bloke his size he is a useless contested mark and doesnt provide any defensive forward pressure as his tackles stick like Teflon (his least appealing quality)

    I much prefer him playing the quarterback role at half back where he can use his decision making and delivery talents to best use. It is where I think he has played his best footy to date and a position he could make his own.

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    I still think the forward line is lacking another weapon.

    I believe that Garlett will make a massive difference as I rate small forwards higher than most, ideally Watts or Howe could fill that void as a dangerous target to compliment Dawes, Hogan and Pedersen.

    I think that's what we're all hoping, given he has the history of kicking goals as opposed to our previous goal kickers sparse offerings.

    Geez I hope so.

    Ed: regards Garlett.

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    Hmm a little confusing I think.

    There must be a hidden message there buy I cannot see it just yet , not sure what a "premiership cup" is

    Unlike us, there is a mob out Glenferrie way that collects them.
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    Half back is not his position, I hate him in that position, it's a waste, leave him in the forward line, and teach him to tackle, with his speed and a some c u next Tuesday instilled in him he may just make it yet.

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    It is the 30 minutes after the first bounce that I worry about R and B

    30 minutes! an unusual display of patience for you, od

    you must be having a pleasurable day

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    30 minutes! an unusual display of patience for you, od

    you must be having a pleasurable day

    Yes feeling magnanimous today dc.

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