If Dogga leaves i'd take Draper for sure. Has all the attributes. Rucks well and can take a mark and kick a goal. With proper coaching can develop into a very good ruckman

5 minutes ago, Witches Hat said:

Wright for Melksham - if we go back to playing two talls, Merrett for Sparrow, Parish for Jordon. Take Draper for ruck depth.

Who are your five at North QD?

• Larkey - - > BBB
• Zurhaar - - > ANB
• Davies-Uniacke - - > Sparrow
• Hornes -Francis - - > Harmes
• Simpkin - - > Spargo

 

20 minutes ago, Queanbeyan Demon said:

I'm nominating @WalkingCivilWar to represent Demonland as Hussler Hugger in Chief. We all have much to be grateful for today. 

It’d be an honour, QD!

Speaking of, after Friday’s match a few of us waited by the players’ exit near the team bus. We draped a huge red and blue flag over the security fence and formed a guard of honour, of sorts. The players came out in dribs n drabs so we were there for well over an hour. (Langers was first one out and onto the bus, so clearly running is not the only thing he does quickly. 😁) We clapped and cheered each one of them.

When Harmesy came out I (aka she who has NO shame) yelled out Loveya Harmesy! He came over and said ‘Do you wanna get a photo?’ I says, ‘I’d prefer a hug’ and… I got both!

Then Clarrie came over to sign a couple of autographs for other tragics so again I ‘hustled’ and got a hug and a pic! 

What most of us didn’t know at the time was that earlier that day Ryan, our illustrious leader was informed by the MFC of a self-imposed mini bubble situation to ensure less chance of players contracting covid etc. So that means as little contact with supporters as possible. The thing is Ryan was there with us but only mentioned it afterwards. I said ‘You should’ve said something! I wouldn’t have engaged with any of them.’ 
Ryan said ‘The boys chose to engage. That’s their prerogative. Besides, how was I gonna stop you?!’

😂

1 minute ago, Queanbeyan Demon said:

• Larkey - - > BBB
• Zurhaar - - > ANB
• Davies-Uniacke - - > Sparrow
• Hornes -Francis - - > Harmes
• Simpkin - - > Spargo

 

Harmes would probably take that as a compliment.

6 minutes ago, WalkingCivilWar said:

It’d be an honour, QD!

Speaking of, after Friday’s match a few of us waited by the players’ exit near the team bus. We draped a huge red and blue flag over the security fence and formed a guard of honour, of sorts. The players came out in dribs n drabs so we were there for well over an hour. (Langers was first one out and onto the bus, so clearly running is not the only thing he does quickly. 😁) We clapped and cheered each one of them.

When Harmesy came out I (aka she who has NO shame) yelled out Loveya Harmesy! He came over and said ‘Do you wanna get a photo?’ I says, ‘I’d prefer a hug’ and… I got both!

Then Clarrie came over to sign a couple of autographs for other tragics so again I ‘hustled’ and got a hug and a pic! 

What most of us didn’t know at the time was that earlier that day Ryan, our illustrious leader was informed by the MFC of a self-imposed mini bubble situation to ensure less chance of players contracting covid etc. So that means as little contact with supporters as possible. The thing is Ryan was there with us but only mentioned it afterwards. I said ‘You should’ve said something! I wouldn’t have engaged with any of them.’ 
Ryan said ‘The boys chose to engage. That’s their prerogative. Besides, how was I gonna stop you?!’

😂

brazen hussy  💖

1 minute ago, daisycutter said:

brazen hussy  💖

Why, thank you Daise 💕Nicest thing I’ve been called in a while. 😁

1 minute ago, WalkingCivilWar said:

It’d be an honour, QD!

Speaking of, after Friday’s match a few of us waited by the players’ exit near the team bus. We draped a huge red and blue flag over the security fence and formed a guard of honour, of sorts. The players came out in dribs n drabs so we were there for well over an hour. (Langers was first one out and onto the bus, so clearly running is not the only thing he does quickly. 😁) We clapped and cheered each one of them.

When Harmesy came out I (aka she who has NO shame) yelled out Loveya Harmesy! He came over and said ‘Do you wanna get a photo?’ I says, ‘I’d prefer a hug’ and… I got both!

Then Clarrie came over to sign a couple of autographs for other tragics so again I ‘hustled’ and got a hug and a pic! 

What most of us didn’t know at the time was that earlier that day Ryan, our illustrious leader was informed by the MFC of a self-imposed mini bubble situation to ensure less chance of players contracting covid etc. So that means as little contact with supporters as possible. The thing is Ryan was there with us but only mentioned it afterwards. I said ‘You should’ve said something! I wouldn’t have engaged with any of them.’ 
Ryan said ‘The boys chose to engage. That’s their prerogative. Besides, how was I gonna stop you?!’

😂

Pretty close to post of the year @WalkingCivilWar . Would love to see the picks if appropriate. I used to do the same in the 1970's. Back then, I could sneak my way into the rooms after the game. I adored Big Carl, Ray Biffin Gary Baker, Laurie Fowler, Greggy Wells and of course Tulip. Loved many of the lesser lights maybe not familiar to some D'Landers (Andrew Moir, Peter Hamilton, Spud Dullard). Always felt the guys were descent and respectful. Also gave me an appreciation of how bloody hard this game is to play at the highest level. 

5 minutes ago, daisycutter said:

brazen hussy  💖

And she's our brazen husssy!!! 

1 hour ago, Queanbeyan Demon said:

Please, please, please CBF, do not give them any good ideas. 

Absolutely. Everything is totally wonderful at Windy Hill

”Nothing to see here”

Outside of the first game of the season, this is easily the second best weekend of the 2022 footy year. Carlton now surrendering meekly. How good can it get?

Edited August 21, 20223 yr by Queanbeyan Demon

1 hour ago, Queanbeyan Demon said:

Could you please do me a favour @Redleg? Next time Robbo says something, could you please translate into English and post on 'Land?

Your wish is my command.

I think Robbo said Hird would give the Bombers a real boost, an injection of hope, some real substance to their play.

36 minutes ago, A F said:

Would we want anyone from their list? Wright and Merrett the only ones. Maybe Parish. But Merrett's contract would be too big now. Trainwreck indeed.

Merrett seemed genuinely devastated the other night that he waited to commit to the club when they turned the corner and then they’ve gone and collapsed.

Perkins, Cox, Jones and Draper can all play. Ridley’s excellent. Nic Martin’s a great find. 
 

Otherwise it’s a lot of role players and not too many disgruntled established players. They lost them when Saad, Daniher and Fantasia left 

Langford might leave, too expensive as a role player I’d imagine.

Tom Cutler’s one of those guys who has all the skills but can’t hold a spot. 

6 minutes ago, Redleg said:

Your wish is my command.

I think Robbo said Hird would give the Bombers a real boost, an injection of hope, some real substance to their play.

Thanks Mate. As suspected, Robbo operating in the same universe as Derm. Truly no idea.

Lucky for Rutten. Leave a sinking ship and get paid for it too. 
I would be happy to bring him to Melbourne if we need to replace Yze. 

7 minutes ago, Jaded No More said:

Lucky for Rutten. Leave a sinking ship and get paid for it too. 
I would be happy to bring him to Melbourne if we need to replace Yze. 

Looking like we will need to replace Yze.

1 hour ago, WalkingCivilWar said:

It’d be an honour, QD!

Speaking of, after Friday’s match a few of us waited by the players’ exit near the team bus. We draped a huge red and blue flag over the security fence and formed a guard of honour, of sorts. The players came out in dribs n drabs so we were there for well over an hour. (Langers was first one out and onto the bus, so clearly running is not the only thing he does quickly. 😁) We clapped and cheered each one of them.

When Harmesy came out I (aka she who has NO shame) yelled out Loveya Harmesy! He came over and said ‘Do you wanna get a photo?’ I says, ‘I’d prefer a hug’ and… I got both!

Then Clarrie came over to sign a couple of autographs for other tragics so again I ‘hustled’ and got a hug and a pic! 

What most of us didn’t know at the time was that earlier that day Ryan, our illustrious leader was informed by the MFC of a self-imposed mini bubble situation to ensure less chance of players contracting covid etc. So that means as little contact with supporters as possible. The thing is Ryan was there with us but only mentioned it afterwards. I said ‘You should’ve said something! I wouldn’t have engaged with any of them.’ 
Ryan said ‘The boys chose to engage. That’s their prerogative. Besides, how was I gonna stop you?!’

😂

I can see the headlines now: Demon Army wipes out entire team with Covid. D’s forced to play their Casey side in qualifying final. DA leader places the blame on one “fanatical, but seriously deranged member”. 

I don't care what they do as a football club now. They can cram it with walnuts for all I care.

Welcome to the finest club in Australia BENNY BOY!

DEES !!

5 hours ago, Jibroni said:

Im thinking someone must have cursed Essendon after Sheedy left as they have been a rabble since. 

Whoever did this deserves a big hug.

As for Rutten I would be more than happy to see him join the Dees.

While Sheedy is on the board they will be ordinary. Has far too much influence around the place. The pr-ck totally supported that moron Hird during his "What Ever It Takes" season. Hate, hate, hate this lot with a passion. Their club deserves to suffer for the next few years.

I think they may have over rated their list or at least where it’s at. Feels a bit like they panicked with the Clarkson situation and the media pile on and now they have to follow through. Stability is a vital asset to improvement and winning finals. They have none of it. Let’s hope they double down rather than clean out, for the good of the competition. 

3 minutes ago, von said:

I think they may have over rated their list or at least where it’s at. Feels a bit like they panicked with the Clarkson situation and the media pile on and now they have to follow through. Stability is a vital asset to improvement and winning finals. They have none of it. Let’s hope they double down rather than clean out, for the good of the competition. 

Of course they panicked re the Clarkson issue.  "After all, we are entitled to the best" and now they have burned their boats.

Now they say "we need an experienced coach".  Who in their right mind would go there?  

MEMO: Mark Neeld is experienced - try him.

One of my mates who barracks for Essendon said that they have turned into a cult. He hates Adrian "Dodo" Dodoro and thinks that bringing back James Hird is delusional.

I said he is more than welcome to change clubs and barrack for Melbourne if he likes? Unfortunately he hasn't taken me up on that offer. 🤣

Anyway, I agree with others that if Adem Yze ends up at GWS or Essendon (preferably after this year's AFL finals) that I wouldn't mind the Demons considering Ben Rutten coming to us as an assistant coach.

Here's to the two proudest, stupidist football clubs in town. Well done EFC & CFC, sort your lives out.

8 minutes ago, monoccular said:

Of course they panicked re the Clarkson issue.  "After all, we are entitled to the best" and now they have burned their boats.

Now they say "we need an experienced coach".  Who in their right mind would go there?  

MEMO: Mark Neeld is experienced - try him.

Well Goodwin came to Melbourne saying that everyone he spoke to said "don't go there ".

Get Sheeds back to right the ship for 12 months  then mentor Hird. 

What could go wrong...hopefully a lot

6 hours ago, Jibroni said:

As for Rutten I would be more than happy to see him join the Dees.

I know nothing about him @Jibroni, what about him and his philosophy works for the MFC?