PREGAME: JLT 02 vs Brisbane

[DeeSpencer 23,241]

Viney and Jones to play VFL as per stevoooooo.

Probably both of minutes restrictions, let’s them have a look at the depth guys under AFL conditions as well. They might play VFL next week as well.

My guess of the 26:

Backs (8): May, Hibberd, Jetta, Lewis, Hore, Oscar, Hunt, Frost

Mids (9): Gawn, Oliver, Gus, Harmes, Brayshaw, Salem, Vanders, Fritsch, JKH

Utility: Keilty (plays 2nd half to rest Gawn and T Mc more)

Forwards (8): T Mc, Weid, Melksham, Petracca, Spargo, ANB, J Smith, C Wagner 

[Demonland 65,729]

 

[Demonland 65,729]

 

[Demonland 65,729]

 

[Demon Jack 6,332]

Pruess in the VFL? 

I thought the coaching staff would've preferred to see another sample of the 'Prawn' ruck combo before round 1.

Excited to see May in the red and blue though! 

 

[Diamond_Jim 11,889]

Interesting that Viney, Jones and Melksham will play a practice game at VFL level. (Does anyone have details of the other team and time etc.)

I like it as it gives Stretch and JKH another chance to push for a spot in the last JLT.

Wonder who will be the relief ruck for Gawn at AFL level.... Keilty??

[Wiseblood 24,636]

4 minutes ago, Diamond_Jim said:

 

Wonder who will be the relief ruck for Gawn at AFL level.... Keilty??

Spargo.

[Demonland 65,729]

7 minutes ago, Demon Jack said:

Pruess in the VFL?

This opens the door up for Declan Keilty to get another game to show his wares.

Last week they needed to use him as plan B in the ruck. With Max back this week and temperatures a lot milder perhaps he can be played in the forward position he has been training in during the summer and then be used as the relieving ruckman when Max needs a rest.

[DeeSpencer 23,241]

Goody flags playing 22 or 23. I’d take out JKH, Melksham and Frost from the list I named. Keep Keilty as the 23rd man.

The big challenge is how do you evaluate the guys who play well in the 2’s v the guys who might not do well in the main game. Hannan and Brayshaw have come in to the round 1 based on vfl form in years previous.

Edited March 7, 2019 by DeeSpencer

[Demonland 65,729]

 

[sisso 2,388]

Casey are also playing the Brisbane Lions according to the VFL site is that correct? Isn't that a bit unusual to play a team not in the VFL??

[Ethan Tremblay 28,447]

1 hour ago, Wiseblood said:

Spargo.

Who’s shoulders will he be on? 

Edited March 7, 2019 by Ethan Tremblay

[Diamond_Jim 11,889]

9 minutes ago, sisso said:

Casey are also playing the Brisbane Lions according to the VFL site is that correct? Isn't that a bit unusual to play a team not in the VFL??

For the first time in Brisbane's history, the Men's Team, Women's team and NEAFL team will all travel to Melbourne to play over one weekend.

https://www.lions.com.au/news/2019-03-06/the-roarport

[Demonland 65,729]

[Paddy Gosch 7]

PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT by Paddy Gosch

The Demons have named a star studded line up in it’s final practice match before the season proper. They take on the emerging Brisbane Lions out at Casey which is the second of three matches at the ground on Saturday. Many of the Dees best 22 have been recalled including Vice Captains Max Gawn and Neville Jetta whilst Captains Nathan Jones and Jack Viney will play restricted minutes in the VFL curtain raiser.

Former Gold Coast co-captain Steven May will play his first official game for Melbourne after recovering from a hamstring injury and will help shore up the Demons defence.

Others who make their returns to the line up are Michael Hibberd, Aaron vandenBerg and Jordan Lewis whilst Jake Melksham will also be on restricted minutes in the reserves.

Small forward Jeff Garlett has been ruled out of the clash with the Lions after suffering a shoulder injury in a clash with Alex Rance last Sunday. Surgery was not required but Jeff will still miss between 4 to 6 weeks whilst he recovers.

Other players still sidelined with injuries are Kade Kolodjashnij (adductor), Mitch Hannan (knee), Jake Lever (knee) and Aaron Nietschke (knee). Demonland track watchers observed that Tim Smith was not present at training on Wednesday fuelling speculation that the calf injury that he appeared to sustain at training the prior week which forced him to miss JLT 01 will keep him out of JLT 02 as well.

AFL reporter Ben Guthrie confirmed this on Twitter further stating that Smith will miss at least 3 weeks further adding that it’s “bad luck for a player who was pushing for a berth in round one.”

Guthrie also revealed that Braydon Preuss was set for a stint in the VFL as “part of his development”. Preuss was underwhelming in his first up solo rucking game for the Demons after a strong start the week earlier as partner to Max Gawn against the Magpies. With Preuss set to miss it gives Declan Keilty another chance after he impressed many onlookers with his leap and tap work.

The Dees main midfielders Angus Brayshaw, Clayton Oliver & James Harmes have another week to continue to grow the synergy they’ve been building. They racked up an astonishing 90 possessions between them. When you add Salem and Petracca to the mix with 27 and 22 possessions respectively and ample supply from a returning Max Gawn it’s not hard to see why this midfield is fast becoming the envy of many teams.

Bayley Fritsch continued where he left off after an impressive first year in 2018. He amassed 26 touches on the wing where his forward 50 delivery shined.

Harrison Petty showed a lot to like with some of his intercept marking in defence. Petty's only game in 2018 was a disappointing match against St. Kilda after which he was relegated back to the twos for the remainder of the year. He demonstrated that he can fill a position in defence for the Dees and is good depth for the team and an exciting prospect given that Jake Lever will not return until midway through the season.

With Steven May making his debut in the line up this week it will be interesting to see who of Marty Hore, Petty  & Sam Frost makes the cut as they have all been named on an extended bench which is likely to be whittled down by Saturday.

Brisbane were impressive in JLT 01 albeit against an undermanned Hawthorn. The Lions were busy in the offseason and 3 of their new recruits in Lachie Neale, Jarryd Lyons and Lincoln McCarthy all starred in their 42 point win.  Former number one draft pick Cam Rayner was lively in the forward half booting 3 goals and ruckman Archie Smith had a strong outing.

On the injury front Charlie Cameron left the field during the 3^rd quarter of last week’s match but Brisbane claimed that it was just a cramp. Marcus Adams (Knee), Tom Fullarton (Hamstring), Darcy Gardiner (Knee), Nick Robertson (Hamstring), Connor McFayden (Foot) and Jack Payne (Tibia) are all unavailable. Stefan Martin played for the Lions NEAFL team last week after returning from a series of niggling injuries and has been recalled to the senior team to face his former club.

The Demons go into this game with a strong line up and coach Simon Goodwin has stated that he will play 23 players in order to simulate the regular season game day. Which 3 on the extended bench won't make the cut?

Melbourne v Brisbane at Casey Fields, 4.10pm AEDT

MELBOURNE

B: S.May 1 M.Hibberd 14 J.Hunt 29
HB: J.Lewis 6 O.McDonald 28 N.Jetta 39
C : C.Salem 3 J.Harmes 4 B.Stretch 15
HF: A.Brayshaw 10 S.Weideman 26 B.Fritsch 31
F: C.Petracca 5 T.McDonald - C 25 J.Kennedy Harris 24
Foll: M.Gawn 11 A.Neal-Bullen 30 C.Oliver 13
I/C: C.Spargo 9 S.Frost 17 A.vandenBerg 22 M.Hore 34 H.Petty 35 C.Wagner 40 J.Smith 44 D.Keilty 45

In: S.May, M.Hibberd, J.Lewis, N.Jetta, M.Gawn, A.vandenBerg
Out: J.Garlett (injured), J.Jordon, J.Wagner, B.Preuss, C.Maynard, T.Sparrow

Emerg: C.Maynard 20 B.Preuss 21 T.Sparrow 32 J.Wagner 42

Notable absentees: Jack Viney, Nathan Jones, Jake Lever, Jake Melksham

BRISBANE

B: L.Hodge 2 J.Walker 14 D.Rich 10
HB: Z.Bailey 33 H.Andrews - C 31 A.Witherden 29
C: M.Robinson 5 L.Neale 9 H.McCluggage 6
HF: C.Rayner 16 E.Hipwood 30 L.McCarthy 11
F: C.Cameron 23 D.McStay 25 O.McInerney 46
Foll: A.Smith 44 J.Berry 7 J.Lyons 17
I/C: B.Keays 1 A.Christensen 3 R.Bastinac 4 S.Martin 12 T.Berry 13 L.Taylor 28 R.Lester 35 R.Mathieson 36  

In: B.Keays, A.Christensen, S.Martin, T.Berry
Out: D.Zorko (injured), E.Smith, C.Ballenden, B.Starcevich

Emerg: E.Smith 8 M.Hinge 22 B.Starcevich 37 C.Ballenden 38         

Notable absentees: Marcus Adams

JLT Community Series Match Details

Melbourne v Brisbane
Saturday, March 9, 4.10pm AEDT
Casey Fields

Key timings

12.00pm: Gates open

12.30pm: Curtain Raiser - Casey v Brisbane Lions Reserves (Practice Match)

4.10pm: JLT Community Series - Melbourne v Brisbane Lions

7.30pm: Melbourne U15s Academy Match

Ticketing

General admission

Tickets can be purchased via Ticketmaster.

TICKET TYPE	GENERAL ADMISSION
Adult	$20.00
Concession	$15.00
Junior	$5.00
Family (2 adults, up to 4 juniors under 15)	$40.00
Adult Member Upgrade	$5.00
Concession Member Upgrade	$5.00
Junior Member Upgrade	$3.00

All prices are subject to additional ticket agent fees.

Members

Melbourne Members with Premiership Season entry entitlements will have free general admission access by scanning in at the ground (subject to availability, upgrade fees may be applicable).

However, entry is not guaranteed and it is recommended that Members register for a general admission ticket in order to guarantee entry.

Membership upgrades and registrations are subject to availability on a first come, first serve basis and subject to an additional fee. Transaction fees may also apply.

To register, visit Ticketmaster.

Getting to Casey Fields

Car

Casey Fields is located approximately 50km from Melbourne CBD in Cranbourne East.

Plenty of parking is available around Casey Fields. with parking signs and attendants to assist you to find a spot.

If you're driving, it is recommended that you arrive as early as possible to secure a park and avoid long queues entering the ground. 

And if you're not in a rush to get home, stick around and catch our Academy U15s take the field from 7.30pm.

Public Transport

Catch a a train to Cranbourne Station, which is located 5km from Casey Fields. From the station, catch the 897 bus to Casey Fields. 

Plan your trip to Casey Fields using the PTV Journey Planner.

Around the ground

Daisy Demon

Our mascot Daisy Demon will be doing the rounds pre-game, available for high-fives and photo opportunities!

Food and beverage

Multiple food trucks will be set up around Casey Fields, with jaffles, Mexican food and plenty of other options up for grabs!

The canteen will also be open at the main stand, serviving food and drinks.

Broadcast

TV

The match will be televised live nationally on Fox Footy from 4.00pm AEDT on Saturday.

View the full broadcast guide here. 

Radio

TBC

Online coverage

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Social media

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[sisso 2,388]

Much stronger defence this week with May, Jetta and Hibberd you’d expect we won’t leak goals as badly as JLT1

[martin 727]

VFL team in full anywhere?

[Leoncelli_36 2,264]

WHY hasn’t Baker been given a run this JLT series? Anyone’s update is on that? Strange not to experiment with Gawn and Preuss in tandem again. Given that McDonald was woeful up forward last week. I would have liked to see the twin towers in together. A little confused, but it’s all about rd 1 I spose.

[Drunkn167 5,093]

Stoked Keilty is getting another run at it. Much stronger team this week, at a home ground should see us have a good hit out. 

Even the boys playing in the VFL will be good to watch.

[dazzledavey36 48,938]

5 minutes ago, Drunkn167 said:

Stoked Keilty is getting another run at it. Much stronger team this week, at a home ground should see us have a good hit out. 

Even the boys playing in the VFL will be good to watch.

Will dec be that 2nd ruck/forward on the weekend mate? 

Good on him for really putting himself in front of the selection committee as well. Im sure he will be discussed heavily come round 1.

[DeeSpencer 23,241]

9 minutes ago, Leoncelli_36 said:

WHY hasn’t Baker been given a run this JLT series? Anyone’s update is on that? Strange not to experiment with Gawn and Preuss in tandem again. Given that McDonald was woeful up forward last week. I would have liked to see the twin towers in together. A little confused, but it’s all about rd 1 I spose.

Baker only came in to full training about the same time as Melk. Not sure he was ready. Would’ve liked to see him play.

No point playing the twin towers after last week. Preuss isn’t a dominant back up, there’s no reason to see him forward more. Keilty might be worth another look or used to spell the talls, otherwise Weideman will do the job backing up Gawn. Not sure how McDonald being poor last week changes that. The forward spread and pressure was bad last week, that’s a more pressing issue. 

[pewpewpew 686]

Preuss' poor performance last week sealed his Round 1 fate. He'll now have to really earn his way back into the team. He may not even get a look in unless Max goes down. 

[Wiseblood 24,636]

Just now, pewpewpew said:

Preuss' poor performance last week sealed his Round 1 fate. He'll now have to really earn his way back into the team. He may not even get a look in unless Max goes down. 

The way they worded it - how he was going back to the VFL as part of his 'development' - may also suggest that he may have played himself out of a spot in the side come Round 1.  If Ryder is fit and they go with the Ryder/Lycett combo then it may save him, otherwise we go in with Gawn and a pinch hitter.

[Wiseblood 24,636]

Also, I don't mind them playing Viney, Jones and Melksham at Casey.  They clearly have a plan in mind and pre-season is all about getting things right for the real stuff - the result is meaningless.  As long as the players are fit and ready to go, then I'll be happy.

[pewpewpew 686]

Just now, Wiseblood said:

The way they worded it - how he was going back to the VFL as part of his 'development' - may also suggest that he may have played himself out of a spot in the side come Round 1.  If Ryder is fit and they go with the Ryder/Lycett combo then it may save him, otherwise we go in with Gawn and a pinch hitter.

No doubt about it. He was dropped. He can ask Garlett about what happens to players that don't perform under Goodwin.