Post Match Discussion - Round 23

[Red But Mostly Blue 4,556]

6 minutes ago, Allen Jakovich said:

In 10 years time we may have just witnessed a demon dynasty with Viney petracca oliver brayshaw and harmes in midfield. 

Couldn't agree more. Beast of a midfield. It's the perfect mix of power and silky skills.

Very, very scary!

[ding 5,126]

29 minutes ago, Jaded said:

Our lucky charm.... let’s hope he stays prime minister until October 

October 2050

[Pates 9,661]

6 minutes ago, Moonshadow said:

In Goodwin's presser he said Dom was due for surgery about now (7pm) and Kent to be reassessed tomorrow, but that at this stage, it doesn't look as bad as they initially thought

That could be the best news to come out of today (aside from a convincing win!). Shoulders can be funny at times, sometimes you get knocked in a spot and it feels incredibly painful but just needs a week or two to recuperate. 

Tyson doesn’t sound good though, Viney comes Etta in for him but it would’ve been hard to drop Dom on his recent form. 

[Cards13 9,117]

13 minutes ago, Colin B. Flaubert said:

I went to Fyans Park Primary back in the day.

The only thing I remember about that joint was that the school hobby was spitting at each other.

Hahaha, par for the course!!!! Some of the stories about Oberon High, Geelong High and North Geelong high were insane.

I hate to say it but I had a few years at “Grammer” before the family couldn’t afford it and went to St Joeys. Then off to boarding school. 

Played juniors and a little 3rds at South Barwon CC.

Edited August 26, 2018 by Cards13

[bobby1554 1,267]

22 minutes ago, Rogue said:

Might have been JKH's best game, but I reckon the big win has led to some rose-coloured glasses. Spargo was very ordinary again, despite a couple of good things. Gotta be in doubt for our first final on form, but the injuries are mounting up.

Dont agree. Charlie runs all day, gets where the ball is, and he had a hand in a few goals. For a 19yo he is terrific

[John Crow Batty 8,880]

Frost is a huge double edged weapon down back. Neutered Cameron then run and carry. Same for Harmes, somnambulated Kelly and tough ball winning. Sad for Tyson and Kent. Fought their way back in the team then cruel luck. 

[Cards13 9,117]

6 minutes ago, 3Dee said:

sends a meme

Ahh a memo, now I get it.

[Bitter but optimistic 22,289]

12 minutes ago, Moonshadow said:

Email? That's soooooooo old school from the old man. Should've put it on snapchat or insta. This week he'll send them a fax!

What's wrong with sending a letter?

[Cards13 9,117]

Just now, Bitter but optimistic said:

What's wrong with sending a letter?

Lewie used the quill ink in his hair.

[sue 9,156]

Damn we would have had a better percentage than Geelong if only we had not squibbed that pre-season camp. I blame the players.?

[Sir Why You Little 37,248]

Excellent team effort today. 

Jordan Lewis will be a huge asset for the next 2 weeks. 

Soak it in tonight Demons and then get ready from tomorrow onwards

JKH played a great game. Frosty reminds me of Sean Wight

We can beat the Feral Cats if we are ready for battle...

[jane02 3,777]

17 minutes ago, JTR said:

Massive man crush for Harmes  ?

And girl crush. He’s been awesome ❤️

[JTR 2,868]

1 hour ago, Bitter but optimistic said:

All those who carped about Melbourne not beating top 8 eight sides can now officially GAGF. 

I'd like those same flogs to explain why there wasn't similar carping about the filth, who have beaten one of the top 8 all season - and that was us!

[Deesprate 1,324]

Great post match tweet from Ralphy Horowitz

Cant deal with expectations;

Can't beat a side in the eight;

Should have gone on a pre season camp;

Go Dees. Home final. Bite that critics.

[dees189227 12,441]

Wow has harmes been the most improved player or what? His job on kelly was outstanding.  

Good to see danners and apparently the wizz was there to

[titan_uranus 25,060]

IMO that was our best performance all year.

Two down on the bench, coming back from Perth after a hot game and one fewer day's break than our opponent, at a ground we've at times this year struggled at, against a side which plays football the way which usually troubles us.

And we didn't just win, we dominated for all bar maybe 15 minutes and won by 7 goals.

The development of Harmes this year has been out of this world. I doubt anyone on here saw this from him. His one-handed pick up at full pace on the members' wing in the third was special, he works harder than anyone and he does it all whilst defending key mids from the opposition (Selwood, Kennedy, Shuey and now Kelly all have lost to him).

We were on the back foot a bit early, both in the clearances and across half forward, but I was incredibly pleased to see us learn and adjust. Bodywork at the contest got better, our spread improved, and we wore them down (despite losing Tyson for a half).

Most interesting to me was that we started 6-6-6, instead of having one forward run off the back of the square. They dropped a defender behind the ball so they had the extra man, but I was intrigued with us coming into the game not using that runner. Looked good, I thought.

Frost, Oscar and Weideman all played with more confidence than I've seen from any of them. If Frost keeps playing like that he's going to become a key weapon. Weideman is playing better than most would have expected and his marking and leading up at the ball are getting better.

Still have room to improve - Spargo is struggling IMO, and we still make some poor errors at odd times. Petracca's set shot kicking is getting worse, not better, unfortunately.

But IMO we're peaking at the right time of year, and I cannot wait to take on Geelong for some redemption.

[Moonshadow 17,678]

19 minutes ago, Bitter but optimistic said:

What's wrong with sending a letter?

By pigeon?

[dimmy 1,308]

44 minutes ago, Rogue said:

Might have been JKH's best game, but I reckon the big win has led to some rose-coloured glasses. Spargo was very ordinary again, despite a couple of good things. Gotta be in doubt for our first final on form, but the injuries are mounting up.

I feel JKH and Spargo were terrific all day in that theyt provided that forward prssure that reduced GWS taking the ball away with ease. That pressure gave our blokes time to set up . A very good game by all today.

When you think that Spargo and Fritsch are first year players. Fritsch has that compoure and silky disposal that enable him to play anywhere.

Spargo plays with heart and considering he is not real big he covers ground well. He provided a few handballs todat that opened up our forward line.

Sam Weidermann is coming of age and is attacking the ball with a lot more confidence.

I know this is the subject of another thread, but what would we get if we traded Lever, Viney and Hoges ??

(Before some peole get their knickers in a knot, not really. All it shows is that there is competition to STAY in the side, which is why Hawthorn had their dybasty )

[Red But Mostly Blue 4,556]

3 minutes ago, titan_uranus said:

IMO that was our best performance all year.

Two down on the bench, coming back from Perth after a hot game and one fewer day's break than our opponent, at a ground we've at times this year struggled at, against a side which plays football the way which usually troubles us.

And we didn't just win, we dominated for all bar maybe 15 minutes and won by 7 goals.

The development of Harmes this year has been out of this world. I doubt anyone on here saw this from him. His one-handed pick up at full pace on the members' wing in the third was special, he works harder than anyone and he does it all whilst defending key mids from the opposition (Selwood, Kennedy, Shuey and now Kelly all have lost to him).

We were on the back foot a bit early, both in the clearances and across half forward, but I was incredibly pleased to see us learn and adjust. Bodywork at the contest got better, our spread improved, and we wore them down (despite losing Tyson for a half).

Most interesting to me was that we started 6-6-6, instead of having one forward run off the back of the square. They dropped a defender behind the ball so they had the extra man, but I was intrigued with us coming into the game not using that runner. Looked good, I thought.

Frost, Oscar and Weideman all played with more confidence than I've seen from any of them. If Frost keeps playing like that he's going to become a key weapon. Weideman is playing better than most would have expected and his marking and leading up at the ball are getting better.

Still have room to improve - Spargo is struggling IMO, and we still make some poor errors at odd times. Petracca's set shot kicking is getting worse, not better, unfortunately.

But IMO we're peaking at the right time of year, and I cannot wait to take on Geelong for some redemption.

Great summary!

I agree, Spargo makes some silly mistakes, but he runs his guts out every game. The kid must be spent, but he'll be huge asset going forward. Yeah, we do have brain fades, but thankfully we are getting better at moving on from them and getting back to business. 

I love how Frosty and Weids are standing up. They're a couple more pieces in our future! It's getting harder and harder for anyone else to get into this team, which is great!

[layzie 34,182]

We did it! What a glorious day at the football. For all of you who have been rocking up week after week whether at the game or even just with emotion, this ones for you.

Was an interesting start to the game, a few guys had the blinkers and once GWS got it to the outside they were piercing us. Very few teams have the midfield ball use they have. We weathered and we’re able to get a few from sheer effort surging forward. After half time they meant business, everyone raised their intensity 5% and you could see the confidence grow in a few of them. 

Pour midfield core is growing game by game. Brayshaw was super all day, Oliver seemed quiet but I think he’s set the expectation so high that a good game like this gets overlooked. The one that stole the show was Harmes. Seriously this guy is playing out of his skin right now, if there’s a 50-50 ball and he’s coming for it you do not want to get in his way! 

Max was incredible. When the game was in the balance he was so important with his marks and even at one point rebounding out of the back line! I like Lobbe but he got completely schooled by Max today. 

The stand out performers were great but I want to make special mention of the contributors as this was a major team effort. AVB brings something we didn’t have before and will really make opponents earn possession. Milkshakes used it well for the most part and Salem continues to be a surgeon off half back, I think he missed his first target in 3 weeks today! Hibbo was solid and so important, as was Lewis. Oscar and Frost were outstanding, especially Frost who has got a bit of head wobble about him now which is great to see. Jones was serviceable, it’s great how he doesn’t have to have a pearler every week now. Trac built up and looked like he might tear it but had a decent game. And T-Mac, Mr reliable.

The tackling: Absolutely unbelievable! From everyone. It almost looked like Richmond and we were stocking everything. I can’t remember many times in the second half were the dubs were able to get to the outside. An unbelievable team effort. 

Im so proud of this team! The growing in the last two weeks is amazing and has been very telling. I’m so proud of all our fans who just love this footy club as much as I do. There’s nothing better than being a Melbourne fan. 

Bring on September! Cannot Wait! Let’s do this!

[Demon Jack 7,116]

Just finished work and looked at the scores for the first time since the end of the first quarter.

Wow! Just simply Wow!

Absolutely stunning performance. Will be keenly watching the replay tomorrow!

[loges 6,767]

1 hour ago, ICU2 Jerry Jerry said:

Aaaaand I'm drunk. Very.

How bloody good was that!

Is your avatar Paul Bearer?

[bing181 9,349]

10 minutes ago, layzie said:

Salem continues to be a surgeon off half back

In some ways he always was, but what stands out to me his how much better and more accountable a defender he has become of late.

[Mickey 4,752]

[layzie 34,182]

3 minutes ago, bing181 said:

In some ways he always was, but what stands out to me his how much better and more accountable a defender he has become of late.

I think thats very true, his tackling went up a notch as well.