I shed a little tear when he kicked that goal

He only had 65% time on ground today so they are working him back in to the game and not pushing him too hard. 

 

1 hour ago, Clint Bizkit said:

That kick to Watts was sublime and his hands in close were very good today.

Bit off topic but was that when Watts fell over and then had to sprint to the ball and take it strongly at pace? 

I had a laugh because Watts' slip took the doubt out of his mind and he hit the drop of the ball hard and marked cleanly. Was a window in to what Watts can do if he keeps winning the battle over his mind.

Sensational, so happy for him. 

Had 23 pressure acts on Monday as well as his 9 tackles... and as someone said previously, in only 65% game time

He had one kick that wasn't as deep as he'd hoped (Varcoe intercept chopped arms) and another poor decision when he went to Jones in the corridor, which resulted in a goal to us, but he's a super smart player, a great tackler, and very clean.

Pace was not an issue whatsoever.

He's feeling his way after two years and I have zero doubt he'll be best 22 and get better and better.

4 hours ago, ProDee said:

He had one kick that wasn't as deep as he'd hoped (Varcoe intercept chopped arms) and another poor decision when he went to Jones in the corridor, which resulted in a goal to us, but he's a super smart player, a great tackler, and very clean.

Pace was not an issue whatsoever.

He's feeling his way after two years and I have zero doubt he'll be best 22 and get better and better.

Jury still out for me.  I want him to succeed like everyone else but I won't let that cloud my judgement.

He's just going at the moment, holding his spot and treading water.  I still think his pace is an issue because I watched him easily outpaced at Casey a number of times during the year.  He hasn't been shown up yet but hasn't dispelled my doubts either. He hardly touched it in the first when the pace was on and again after half time.

Early days, hope he starts swimming soon. Oh, and he can make as many mistakes as he likes if it leads to our goals!

Bump!

The Skipper thinks Trengove will be right in the mix. From Watts article

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Jones said Trengove, who has overcome a career-threatening foot injury, would continue to put himself in the frame for senior selection.

"From my perspective [Jack] couldn't have done much more right," Jones said.

"He's been unbelievable with his persistence and courage to get over his injury.

"His leadership is terrific, he's got some great attributes with his running ability and decision making.

"I think he's right in the mix.

"I definitely don't think the game has passed him and I think he can be a really strong contributor for us (in 2017)."

I hope he gets plenty of the pill tomorrow night and presses for Rd 1 selection. With the amount of fowards with an injury question mark hovering above them right now, it could just be perfect timing for JT to get going.

2 hours ago, McQueen said:

Bump!

The Skipper thinks Trengove will be right in the mix. From Watts article

I hope he gets plenty of the pill tomorrow night and presses for Rd 1 selection. With the amount of fowards with an injury question mark hovering above them right now, it could just be perfect timing for JT to get going.

Will finally see for myself, if all of the training reporters saying he was "moving well", are full of siht.

I'm suspecting they are.

I will be furious if he is left out of the side again tomorrow. Much rather him playing rhen Tom Bugg atm.

 

Jack has had his first full pre season in a while, looks fit and strong, has serious competition for a spot, after speaking to him, not gonna die wondering this season

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9 minutes ago, Satyriconhome said:

Good answer, will await your reports with.....oh I don't know....something

Jack has had his first full pre season in a while, looks fit and strong, has serious competition for a spot, after speaking to him, not gonna die wondering this season

I gave up most of the hope I had for him when I read the article where he stated that he had given up trying to regain his speed, and would focus on getting the ball in traffic instead.

If you cant get to a contest, or catch your opponent, you cannot apply defensive pressure.

Very interested to see what role he plays, but will not be at all surprised if he doesn't play. Maybe his best bet is replacing VDB at half forward. His hands have always been his strength.

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1 minute ago, faultydet said:

I gave up most of the hope I had for him when I read the article where he stated that he had given up trying to regain his speed, and would focus on getting the ball in traffic instead.

If you cant get to a contest, or catch your opponent, you cannot apply defensive pressure.

Very interested to see what role he plays, but will not be at all surprised, if he doesn't play.

No room for sentiment anymore...

We need to win

51 minutes ago, faultydet said:

I gave up most of the hope I had for him when I read the article where he stated that he had given up trying to regain his speed, and would focus on getting the ball in traffic instead.

If you cant get to a contest, or catch your opponent, you cannot apply defensive pressure.

Very interested to see what role he plays, but will not be at all surprised if he doesn't play. Maybe his best bet is replacing VDB at half forward. His hands have always been his strength.

I'll take a particular interest in him tomorrow night and look for his efforts that we usually can't see when watching the Tele.

Team first acts, as Goody puts it.

Really it is last roll of the dice for Trenners.

The fact that he got a one year deal when you consider his age says it all.

While that may come across as though I am negative about his chances, I will bloody shed a tear if he becomes a regular fixture in the midfield.

Come on Trenners! YOU CAN DO IT SON!

Don't have him in my best 22 . Would love him to prove me wrong. 

13 minutes ago, McQueen said:

I'll take a particular interest in him tomorrow night and look for his efforts that we usually can't see when watching the Tele.

Team first acts, as Goody puts it.

I think a lot of us will be watching the double jacks. As well as hoping Dom gets through unscathed. Even more important that winning a pracy game

23 minutes ago, Redleg said:

Don't have him in my best 22 . Would love him to prove me wrong. 

Me too, Redleg!  I SO want him to prove all the nay-sayers wrong, and finally fulfil his potential form being taken at Pick #2 all those years ago.  Go Jack!

1 hour ago, Sir Why You Little said:

No room for sentiment anymore...

We need to win

Gee whiz you post some ridiculous comments at times.

FMD.

7 minutes ago, McQueen said:

Gee whiz you post some ridiculous comments at times.

FMD.

Just because it differs from your opinion?

46 minutes ago, Sir Why You Little said:

Just because it differs from your opinion?

Not at all.

You're insinuating that Trengoves inclusion is based on sentimentality. 

Give the bloke credit where it's due.

15 minutes ago, McQueen said:

Not at all.

You're insinuating that Trengoves inclusion is based on sentimentality. 

Give the bloke credit where it's due.

I think a lot of people's opinions on here are based on sentimentality. 

I don't think JT will be able to play Goodwin's style of game. But that is merely my opinion, similar to Faulty. 

If he does get a regular spot in the 22 Good Luck to him

But i want to make finals this year. That must be the ultimate aim

 

16 minutes ago, Sir Why You Little said:

I think a lot of people's opinions on here are based on sentimentality. 

I don't think JT will be able to play Goodwin's style of game. 

 

Jones thinks differently and as club Captain I'll accept his view over any sentimentality.

2 hours ago, McQueen said:

I'll take a particular interest in him tomorrow night and look for his efforts that we usually can't see when watching the Tele.

Team first acts, as Goody puts it.

I'm sure many of us on this side of the country will be interested in your observations McQ.