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Angus Brayshaw Concussion Issues

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Just now, ProDee said:

He's had the grand total of 3 concussions.

One was when a teammate kicked a ball into the back of his head as he was running forward of the play, i.e. freak accident.

That leaves two concussions.  Did you see either of those ?

Even taking the concussions out of it Brayshaw still lacks awareness. He doesn't slow leading into contests, he only has one speed, doesn't adjust his reactions based on others - which is important in today's game (not so much in the 80's). With the constant rule changes the game is becoming nuanced, and if players continue to go at one speed with their head down - they need to be aware of their surroundings. More than ever these type of players are exposed IMO. Not to single out Brayshaw, but I did say the same about Viney when he used to go in bull at a gate - before he made adjustments. Brayshaw needs to make adjustments now more than ever, as he can't afford anymore head knocks. He should be slowing right down entering contests, not only will it lessen the chance of greater impact should he be hit, but it will give him better time to think also.

 
4 minutes ago, KingDingAling said:

Even taking the concussions out of it 

Thanks.

Walters from Ballarat gets 1 week from VFL MRP.

The hit isn't as sinister as indicated in the Casey thread.  http://www.afl.com.au/news/2017-04-24/walters-hit-with-onematch-vfl-ban-for-brayshaw-hit  "Walters laid a late bump on Brayshaw in Saturday's VFL clash against Melbourne affiliate Sandringham, with a clash of heads resulting in the young midfielder's concussion". 

But it does seem to have been late so a penalty is appropriate in my book.

I guess concussion from a head clash does seem to be in the 'bad luck' category along with being hit by the ball as unlucky. 

We have a great record of supporting and caring for our players with significant injuries: Salem, Hogan, Petracca, Hunt, JKH.  I'm confident Gus will get back to the great form we saw in his first year and the coaches will work with him on any issues he might have in the way he plays.

 
57 minutes ago, KingDingAling said:

You could say they weren't aware, 

1 hour ago, KingDingAling said:

Continuously getting concussed kind of takes the luck out of it.

Dean Kemp & Sean Dempster put that theory to bed. FCS

Hope 1st & foremost his health is ok...

Our club continues to have bad luck with early picks either from injury or not working out...

Hogan- back & missed a year

Petracca- knee missed a year

Trengove- foot missed over 12th mths & all he ever play again?

Don't need to mention the failed early picks!


59 minutes ago, KingDingAling said:

Even taking the concussions out of it Brayshaw still lacks awareness. He doesn't slow leading into contests, he only has one speed, doesn't adjust his reactions based on others - which is important in today's game (not so much in the 80's). With the constant rule changes the game is becoming nuanced, and if players continue to go at one speed with their head down - they need to be aware of their surroundings. More than ever these type of players are exposed IMO. Not to single out Brayshaw, but I did say the same about Viney when he used to go in bull at a gate - before he made adjustments. Brayshaw needs to make adjustments now more than ever, as he can't afford anymore head knocks. He should be slowing right down entering contests, not only will it lessen the chance of greater impact should he be hit, but it will give him better time to think also.

The thing is, Oliver is being continually lauded by the coaching department for his acceleration into packs.

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2 minutes ago, Skuit said:

The thing is, Oliver is being continually lauded by the coaching department for his acceleration into packs.

And acceleration out of traffic! Is he a Time Lord??

Just saw the footage on fox footy. Taken out after kicking it like Ziebells hit on Cloke but into the back of the head, massive whiplash, went down like a sack of potatoes. The player got 2 weeks at the tribunal they said.

 
11 minutes ago, Skuit said:

The thing is, Oliver is being continually lauded by the coaching department for his acceleration into packs.

Oliver is very alert around a contest though. But as we seen in the Rioli incident last year, Oliver isn't exempt from taking a head knock at times. No doubt Oliver would have learnt something from that incident. He looked to of tweaked his game a little. He is more upright this year.


Just now, Deemented Are Go! said:

Looked pretty late at first glance 

Was a late, but not really behind play. Gus didn't appear braced for it at all

Poor bugger. Can't take a trick. 

I do wonder if opposition players target him now...

2 hours ago, Deemented Are Go! said:

I do wonder if opposition players target him now...

That was my exact thinking. God knows what an opposition club sniper would do in a final if push came to shove...


http://www.melbournefc.com.au/video/2017-04-27/injury-update-david-misson

Misson update on Angus:  He had a few symptoms early this week so had his first run today and felt really good.  It is expected to have a normal training week next week and play the following weekend:rolleyes:

From past Plapp reports he has some things to work on but look forward to him getting back to the seniors and consolidate his spot.

On 4/24/2017 at 6:58 PM, DominatrixTyson said:

Just saw the footage on fox footy. Taken out after kicking it like Ziebells hit on Cloke but into the back of the head, massive whiplash, went down like a sack of potatoes. The player got 2 weeks at the tribunal they said.

One week accepted.

Hayden Walters – North Ballarat Football Club

AFL Victoria’s Match Review Panel charged player Walters for engaging in rough conduct against Casey Demons player Angus Brayshaw during the second quarter of the VFL Round 2 match, Casey Demons vs North Ballarat on Saturday 22nd April, 2017.

Based on the available video and medical report, the incident was assessed as careless conduct with medium impact to the head. The incident was classified as a two match base sanction. The player has no applicable record which impacted the penalty, therefore North Ballarat have the option to accept an early guilty plea of a one match sanction.

Outcome – accepted one match sanction

 

On 25/04/2017 at 10:38 PM, Moonshadow said:

Talking Footy about to discuss concussion with vision of Gus' hit

Can anyone find a link for those of us who missed it?

Angus received a light concussion last week.  He is physically fine, however, he has some mental issues getting his head over the ball and going hard following his multiple concussions. The club has told him he is in the best 22 but will not play him seniors until he defeats this.

  • 2 weeks later...

id be all for a mandatory week off after concussion

16 minutes ago, juzzk1d said:

Are you kidding me? How does this constantly happen?!? Is it bad luck or something else???

It's gotta be the way he plays and his awareness. He's hard at the ball, but so are many of our midfielders. 

 
6 minutes ago, dee4ever said:

It's gotta be the way he plays and his awareness. He's hard at the ball, but so are many of our midfielders. 

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