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Reckon there might be a spot opening up at Brisbane for next year. Can't see Kangas letting go of Clarko, unless its not their call. However Brisbane have less to lose if Fages steps down or is stood down. Depends upon the outcome of this Hawks investigation 

 
1 hour ago, layzie said:

Just want to keep Ooze one more season then he can go with blessing 

Well I hope he's more imaginative next year than he was this year..

2 hours ago, Demonsone said:

Yze needs to be the next MFC Coach and a succession plan for him to take over in 2025 after Goodwin 8th season

Say it again?

 
4 hours ago, Stiff Arm said:

Geez... a lot of posters on Land claiming scoops of late and getting them very wrong. All good for a bit of fun, can't be right all the time!

The only poster I’ve seen who’s gotten the scoops (almost) consistently correct is Goodwindees. 

Edited by Foopy on the telly

The way I see it Yze dodged a bullet.

Edited by TRIGON


8 hours ago, Foopy on the telly said:

The only poster I’ve seen who’s gotten the scoops (almost) consistently correct is Goodwindees. 

@Chook in Perth was pretty good too.

On 9/29/2022 at 5:50 AM, rpfc said:

Why would we do that? We have one of the best coaches in the game; proven to be able to win flags. He’s young. Probably the best players coach since Clarkson and we are going to just throw that away for an unproven Yze?

Unless Goodwin is done with it all, we will keep him till the end of the decade surely.

I think that really depends on how things go next year/next two years. Goodwin must review/change his methodology if he wants continued success, I think the over-structured gameplan can burn players out if its not refreshed every year or two.

9 hours ago, Foopy on the telly said:

The only poster I’ve seen who’s gotten the scoops (almost) consistently correct is Goodwindees. 

And don’t forget this guy…

Season 9 Thank You GIF by The Office

 
31 minutes ago, Dr. Gonzo said:

I think that really depends on how things go next year/next two years. Goodwin must review/change his methodology if he wants continued success, I think the over-structured gameplan can burn players out if its not refreshed every year or two.

No doubt but I also know that the game plan or at least the web and the defensive side of it is Chaplin’s. Goodwin is a players coach who will alter how the team plays as the assistants deem necessary. That’s why it’s perfectly fine him being on the bench; he is managing the players and their mindset, not the gameplan itself.

And it is with that I mind that I just think unless we miss finals 2 years in a row - with this kind of talent - Goodwin will continue to win enough to stay in the role for a long time. 

And for some to think that Yze should take over in the next 2/3 years - it’s just not based in reality.


I'm glad he said 'shattered' just to let them know messing around with someone's career isn't ok.

Ess never had any ethics.  Still don't!

3 hours ago, A F said:

@Chook in Perth was pretty good too.

 

12 hours ago, Foopy on the telly said:

The only poster I’ve seen who’s gotten the scoops (almost) consistently correct is Goodwindees. 

Two of the best on here in my time.

I hope @Chook in Perth  is okay? Hasn't been logged on since November last year.

 

bonus prize for the first poster to find a bummers fan who actually approves of their new coach


Would be curious to know why Scott was picked ahead of Yze, clearly he is ready to step up to the role.

 

9 minutes ago, daisycutter said:

bonus prize for the first poster to find a bummers fan who actually approves of their new coach

Not sure if serious? A lot of them (possibly bizarrely) seem rapt with him...

 

2 minutes ago, Lord Nev said:

Not sure if serious? A lot of them (possibly bizarrely) seem rapt with him...

 

c'mon nev, don't be such a smartrrrs. you know it was tongue in cheek

i was inspired reading an essendon blog and the comments re the new coach. there was so much hate for the scott brothers going back to when they played against the bummers. many were saying they wouldn't renew their memberships etc. much worse than dazzle on game day threads.

3 minutes ago, daisycutter said:

c'mon nev, don't be such a smartrrrs. you know it was tongue in cheek

i was inspired reading an essendon blog and the comments re the new coach. there was so much hate for the scott brothers going back to when they played against the bummers. many were saying they wouldn't renew their memberships etc. much worse than dazzle on game day threads.

Haha fair enough.

TBF looking for logic among Bombers fans can be a bit like being a FF for the Dees - Frustrating and confusing.


11 minutes ago, Lord Nev said:

And then there's this guy... (Can't stay on the board now surely?)

 

So much for being united!  How embarrassing for a Board member come out and say that especially now.

Oh well, looks like the undermining will continue.

13 minutes ago, Lord Nev said:

And then there's this guy... (Can't stay on the board now surely?)

 

They may not be so overjoyed for too long.

David King has highlighted that in the 10 years Scott was at North they did not finish in the top 4 in the H&S season.  They made the finals twice and reached the PF but lost both.

They got the most experienced coach available but doubt anyone can say he has a successful track record.

21 minutes ago, Lord Nev said:

And then there's this guy... (Can't stay on the board now surely?)

 

Let the games begin

 
2 minutes ago, Lucifers Hero said:

They may not be so overjoyed for too long.

David King has highlighted that in the 10 years Scott was at North they did not finish in the top 4 in the H&S season.  They made the finals twice and reached the PF but lost both.

They got the most experienced coach available but doubt anyone can say he has a successful track record.

Yeah I love that the Brad Scott v David King rivalry is back and spicy as ever!

 

41 minutes ago, Lord Nev said:

Not sure if serious? A lot of them (possibly bizarrely) seem rapt with him...

 

Lorraine at the bottom expects 16 wins plus 2 finals wins. Just for context Lorraine - 16 wins would have you top 2, so add the 2 finals wins and you’ll be in the grand final!

Oh Lorraine. May your heart be broken by May.

 


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