1 minute ago, Wells 11 said:

thats the whole problem with the discussion in Weid. We're not playing him looking for potential on Sunday he's got a mans job to fill and we need him to fill it. I dont care what he's going to be like in one or two years time we need what he's got NOW....and is he big enough to bring it lik ethere is no tomorrow. . I think I have too many memories of Morton and Gysberts and Cook and Watts  and waiting for the day they fill out and step up. We all know now, with the exception of a game here or there,  They never really  did.  None seemed to have the mongrel required at this level. Weid reminds me of them. I SO want to be wrong about the weid...and will happily eat crow if I am. But I will judge him on what he brings on Sunday not who he might become. 

He lays a strong tackle for a start.

He's nothing like the others you've mentioned.

He hits the pack hard and is not afraid of getting his hands dirty.

As for stepping up now, he's the best option we've got.

He will give it his best shot and that's all we can ask even though you would like to seem him morph into the 2nd coming of Carey overnight.

I see similarities with Kennedy of the Eagle variety, I think he could get there.

Again, unrealistic to expect that level yet.

26 minutes ago, Graeme Yeats' Mullet said:

He's practically the same size as McGovern and eyeballing him close up at training a few weeks ago was confronting - he's a big unit

Agree he's young but the point is challenge is set, opportunity is his to tear it apart

You forgot the Footy IQ category

137 - 85

Edited August 16, 20187 yr by johndemonic

1 minute ago, johndemonic said:

You forgot the Footy IQ category

137 - 85

Pretty sure that's wound up in the player rating category somehow

19 - 553

Maybe, just maybe Weeds put it together enough this week for him to retain his spot going into next season.

He has also been working on his ruck craft which gives an extra dimension to his game that he didn't really have last season.

My expectations are low, but I wouldn't be surprised if played well enough to retain his spot moving forward. 

2 hours ago, Graeme Yeats' Mullet said:

He's practically the same size as McGovern and eyeballing him close up at training a few weeks ago was confronting - he's a big unit

Agree he's young but the point is challenge is set, opportunity is his to tear it apart

83 games and 5 years...yep, they look close.

Still don't get the Tarzan reference????

2 hours ago, johndemonic said:

You forgot the Footy IQ category

137 - 85

What's the team totals got to do with it?

3 hours ago, rjay said:

He lays a strong tackle for a start.

He's nothing like the others you've mentioned.

He hits the pack hard and is not afraid of getting his hands dirty.

As for stepping up now, he's the best option we've got.

He will give it his best shot and that's all we can ask even though you would like to seem him morph into the 2nd coming of Carey overnight.

I see similarities with Kennedy of the Eagle variety, I think he could get there.

Again, unrealistic to expect that level yet.

I hope you're right...about it all. I really do. Especially the Kennedy comparison. 

FWIW, I dont need to see "the 2nd coming of Carey" but I do want  to see someone who isnt just a young rookie being "blooded" on Sunday. He's got to contribute something that makes him worth picking on his merits. 

If Weed gets the nod Id like to see him not hesitate and go for goals!

when its his turn to snap from the boundary or be creative do it . Channel God .

and of course kick straight from set shots . 

 

I’m just waiting for Weid to start sticking his marks. He is our most aggressive and component tall forward in the air, he just needs to start clunking them. He just launches at the ball so well, a really good leap, it would be a shame if they never stick. The coaching staff are really bullish about him becoming an aerial threat in the future. 

Part of it is fitness and concentration for Weid. He’s one of the most aggressive tacklers on the list, but once he get what tired he stops sticking them. Hopefully he continues to build fitness, as the aggression and technique are already there.

Here’s hoping this weekend it starts to come together more consistently.

1 hour ago, CityDee said:

If Weed gets the nod Id like to see him not hesitate and go for goals!

when its his turn to snap from the boundary or be creative do it . Channel God .

and of course kick straight from set shots . 

 

Is that on Foxtel or Netflix?

People forget that having really smooth skin and a nice tan make you look a bit skinnier than you are.

Weideman is being brought in to fill a role, rather than be a star, and if he focuses on doing the team things then the he'll do fine and get a couple of opportunities by weight of numbers in that big wide Subiaco spaces.

3 goals, no behinds, and a couple of occasions of keeping the ball trapped in the forward line that ultimately results in a goal, is my tip. I just have a good feeling.

1 hour ago, Little Goffy said:

People forget that having really smooth skin and a nice tan make you look a bit skinnier than you are.

Weideman is being brought in to fill a role, rather than be a star, and if he focuses on doing the team things then the he'll do fine and get a couple of opportunities by weight of numbers in that big wide Subiaco spaces.

3 goals, no behinds, and a couple of occasions of keeping the ball trapped in the forward line that ultimately results in a goal, is my tip. I just have a good feeling.

He will be very lonely and get as much ball as he wants without pressure if he goes to Subiaco 

3 hours ago, CityDee said:

If Weed gets the nod Id like to see him not hesitate and go for goals!

when its his turn to snap from the boundary or be creative do it . Channel God .

and of course kick straight from set shots . 

 

Good luck mate. The kid looks to handball to anyone else from 30 out... It’s painful to watch..

Come on Sam, at least play a good trade bait game!

2 hours ago, Little Goffy said:

People forget that having really smooth skin and a nice tan make you look a bit skinnier than you are.

Weideman is being brought in to fill a role, rather than be a star, and if he focuses on doing the team things then the he'll do fine and get a couple of opportunities by weight of numbers in that big wide Subiaco spaces.

3 goals, no behinds, and a couple of occasions of keeping the ball trapped in the forward line that ultimately results in a goal, is my tip. I just have a good feeling.

Subi is long amd skinny (175x122m) compared to MCG (160x141m).

plus game is at Perth Staduim not Subi, as per mono below, which is also longer (5m) and skinnier (11m) than the G.

1 hour ago, monoccular said:

He will be very lonely and get as much ball as he wants without pressure if he goes to Subiaco 

Still think he will do well though ?

Edited August 17, 20187 yr by —coach—

4 hours ago, Lord Travis said:

I’m just waiting for Weid to start sticking his marks. He is our most aggressive and component tall forward in the air, he just needs to start clunking them. He just launches at the ball so well, a really good leap, it would be a shame if they never stick. The coaching staff are really bullish about him becoming an aerial threat in the future. 

Part of it is fitness and concentration for Weid. He’s one of the most aggressive tacklers on the list, but once he get what tired he stops sticking them. Hopefully he continues to build fitness, as the aggression and technique are already there.

Here’s hoping this weekend it starts to come together more consistently.

I like that he's a strong team player 'LT'.

Good component'ry is a must, Re synergy in the forward team.

 

Lets all hope the midfield components are all firing this weekend. ☺️

1 hour ago, —coach— said:

compared to MCG (160x141m).

plus game is at Perth Staduim not Subi, as per mono below, which is also longer (5m) and skinnier (11m) than the G.

This may have the effect of straightening our midfielders up, somewhat.

2 hours ago, MudDogs Gawn Win.. someday said:

Good luck mate. The kid looks to handball to anyone else from 30 out... It’s painful to watch..

I agree it can be  frustrating to watch and will be more so after last week if our foward line doesn’t function as it could 

2 hours ago, MudDogs Gawn Win.. someday said:

Good luck mate. The kid looks to handball to anyone else from 30 out... It’s painful to watch..

He's not alone. Whenever any of our players get the ball 40 out they still look to pass it. None of them will stand up and take responsibility for the shot. It's either team direction from above to always look for a better option, or they're all sh*t scared. I'd say it's the later. 

In my mind, for a long time all stadiums in Perth are Subiaco. No matter how many times they rename it. It would appear this prevented me from remembering that there is actually a new stadium.

Well, after sunday it will be renamed The Sam Weideman Picnic Ground...

Just give us a reasonable game that makes the defence respect you are out there.

In the past they have had  no respect and played off you knowing you won't embarrass them.

Embarrass a few on Sunday Sam and I will be very happy.

7 hours ago, Lord Travis said:

He's not alone. Whenever any of our players get the ball 40 out they still look to pass it. None of them will stand up and take responsibility for the shot. It's either team direction from above to always look for a better option, or they're all sh*t scared. I'd say it's the later. 

I’d argue that. Melksham TMac Kent Hogan Jones Brayshaw Oliver normally pull the trigger and shoot even ANB when his tail is up.

A sport with Such variation in ground dimensions .... are soccer rugby tennis NFL MLB NBA NHL the same?

57 minutes ago, Ante_Up said:

A sport with Such variation in ground dimensions .... are soccer rugby tennis NFL MLB NBA NHL the same?

I think MLB is the only other one of that list where the grounds are different measurements. 

12 hours ago, Lord Travis said:

He's not alone. Whenever any of our players get the ball 40 out they still look to pass it. None of them will stand up and take responsibility for the shot. It's either team direction from above to always look for a better option, or they're all sh*t scared. I'd say it's the later. 

Yes Goodwins instructional play is handball or short pass until it’s 20 metres out. We are unlikely to kick running goals from 40-50 out even with open goals