1 minute ago, Petraccattack said:

They arent going to throw him up to debut against the best team of the last decade if they dont think he can handle it physically. Otherwise they would have waited 1 more week to debut him vs Port, or Carlton the week after.

Must admit I havent seen much Casey this season, therefore not much Weed, but from what Ive been told he is aggressive and hits the contest hard despite his age and somewhat slight frame.

I spoke to him at training today, he is bigger and has more shape than when I first spoke to him in pre season, not lacking in confidence either, another one who enjoys the contest, we only seem to recruit this type these days

Hawthorn have won a lot of close games this season and they aren't the force of previous years. They have only the sixth best percentage in the competition and Carlton were in the game against them last week. I am not saying we should expect to win, but we shouldn't fear playing a first gamer.

6 minutes ago, Satyriconhome said:

I spoke to him at training today, he is bigger and has more shape than when I first spoke to him in pre season, not lacking in confidence either, another one who enjoys the contest, we only seem to recruit this type these days

Has he built his guns up at all Saty? 

Just now, Ethan Tremblay said:

Has he built his guns up at all Saty? 

The way they glistened in the sunlight today made my scooter wobble all over the place

2 minutes ago, Ethan Tremblay said:

Has he built his guns up at all Saty? 

And the serious answer, he is not small at all, I think sometimes we get the idea that 18-19 year olds are not developed, he has put on some serious size already, I reckon the physical stuff won't phase him, besides which he will have Trac beside him if they start on him

Great work to the kid , to me its a win win  - at the very worst he has a stinker and realises how hard he will have to work in the preseason to make it at AFL level , best case he has a solid game and remain inthe side for the remainder of the year.

Please note I am an unashamed Dawes hater

4 hours ago, DemonLad5 said:

Any highlights on him please?

As you can see his body work is very good. He's shown that a bit at Casey this year, even against the bigger bodies.

http://win-cdn220-is-3.se.bponlinewoc2264.ngcdn.telstra.com/platform_release/Sifo/1/2015-11/806010/151123_SamWeidermanFinal_S_2143624648-1024-2143637320.mp4

I remember one of the commentators on draft night stated that if his body holds up, Weeds could be the steal of the draft at 9.  I'm not expecting anything flash from him, just hope he has a solid game.

57 minutes ago, Satyriconhome said:

The way they glistened in the sunlight today made my scooter wobble all over the place

So the AVO didn't come through yet Satyr?

Bully for you !!!

1 minute ago, Biffen said:

So the AVO didn't come through yet Satyr?

Bully for you !!!

AVO   I am never violent towards them....maybe a restraining order , although the thought of that interests me

21 minutes ago, AngryAtCasey said:

As you can see his body work is very good. He's shown that a bit at Casey this year, even against the bigger bodies.

http://win-cdn220-is-3.se.bponlinewoc2264.ngcdn.telstra.com/platform_release/Sifo/1/2015-11/806010/151123_SamWeidermanFinal_S_2143624648-1024-2143637320.mp4

Can't help liking this footage!

I'd prefer him to play at the MCG and look at the best teams zone defence than over at Port where he needs to run all day and play a team that has a basic bottom level defence. Hawthorn might be a very valuable experience

 

Hell, even with low odds of winning v Hawthorn every year, they are my most anticipated game when its at the G. I don't get to see Hawthorn often, but i like seeing how the best set up. I'm sure Wiedemann would anticipate the same thing, rather than be afraid of being bashed to smithereens. (Please stay away from Luke Hodge my sweet prince)

Edited August 4, 20169 yr by johndemons

Good luck to him. Wouldn't it be great if he snagged a couple of sausage rolls!

Wonder if his old man and grandfather will be wearing red and blue to the game...

1 minute ago, Moonshadow said:

Good luck to him. Wouldn't it be great if he snagged a couple of sausage rolls!

Wonder if his old man and grandfather will be wearing red and blue to the game...

And the outrage on here if he doesn't manage it

2 minutes ago, Satyriconhome said:

And the outrage on here if he doesn't manage it

Only you could find such negativity in a celebratory thread Saty. 

My expectations for young Sam are relatively low. Six goals and 25 possies should get him a pass in my book. Anything under that and we have a massive dud on our hands.

5 minutes ago, Moonshadow said:

Only you could find such negativity in a celebratory thread Saty. 

Now I am just warming up for the Match Day thread, I am pleased he is making his debut, wished him luck today at training if he got in, just another young player that could be sacrificed on the altar of Demonland vitriol

1 minute ago, Return to Glory said:

My expectations for young Sam are relatively low. Six goals and 25 possies should get him a pass in my book. Anything under that and we have a massive dud on our hands.

Re our previous discussions on the Weed.

Once again RTG , you have clearly demonstrated your superior football knowledge.

I defer.

1 minute ago, Bitter but optimistic said:

Re our previous discussions on the Weed.

Once again RTG , you have clearly demonstrated your superior football knowledge.

I defer.

As you could imagine BBO, I'm a little nervous for the boy, particularly since you posted that he could get blown over in a strong westerly. Just hope he shows a bit.

6 minutes ago, Satyriconhome said:

Now I am just warming up for the Match Day thread, I am pleased he is making his debut, wished him luck today at training if he got in, just another young player that could be sacrificed on the altar of Demonland vitriol

I'm sure that alter isn't just reserved for young players.  Someone will slaughter every player at some point or another

1 minute ago, Return to Glory said:

As you could imagine BBO, I'm a little nervous for the boy, particularly since you posted that he could get blown over in a strong westerly. Just hope he shows a bit.

Or that it is a calm day!

Just now, Hellfish said:

I'm sure that alter isn't just reserved for young players.  Someone will slaughter every player at some point or another

True, he needs to kick 4 or 5, tackle, chase, pressure and look exceedingly cool in the post match interview otherwise........

Just now, Satyriconhome said:

True, he needs to kick 4 or 5, tackle, chase, pressure and look exceedingly cool in the post match interview otherwise........

I'd throw 8 contested marks in there too

Just now, Hellfish said:

I'd throw 8 contested marks in there too

Typing too fast,  forgot about the marks, thank you......I personally hope one of the Hawks does try to push him around.....

12 minutes ago, Satyriconhome said:

Typing too fast,  forgot about the marks, thank you......I personally hope one of the Hawks does try to push him around.....

pfft, Weed is gonna line Hodge (legally of course) and knock him into next year!!!