On 21/07/2023 at 08:35, Jaded No More said:

Good sensible changes 

Yes, there’s only so much resilience you can build into Perry’s ribs…

  On 21/07/2023 at 07:11, Jaded No More said:

The least bagged players on DL are Clarry, Trac, Max and Viney I reckon. Oh and maybe JVR. Hasn’t done enough wrong yet 😂
 

I know it’s not Max or Trac. They’ve both been nothing but lovely when I’ve met them before. Viney would probably punch you if you annoyed him 😂

This is why I don’t tell people about how rude this player is, without exception I’ll be told of how nice he is. How he obliged in a very friendly manner for a pic or an autograph etc. But ask anyone in the Demon Army (of those of us who are heavily involved so therefore known to the players) and they’ll tell you… he has zero time for us. I could tell you a couple of stories you’d have trouble believing, such is his blatant rudeness. 

  On 21/07/2023 at 08:46, WalkingCivilWar said:

This is why I don’t tell people about how rude this player is, without exception I’ll be told of how nice he is. How he obliged in a very friendly manner for a pic or an autograph etc. But ask anyone in the Demon Army (of those of us who are heavily involved so therefore known to the players) and they’ll tell you… he has zero time for us. I could tell you a couple of stories you’d have trouble believing, such is his blatant rudeness. 

Tell them in a de-identified way 🙌🏼🤩

  On 21/07/2023 at 07:03, Demonland said:

Laurie still waiting for his second debut.

Good changes. Bring on Sunday 

  On 21/07/2023 at 07:03, Demonland said:

Crows dropping Lachlan Murphy seems a big statement for them, he's had a good year.

  On 21/07/2023 at 04:44, Deebauched said:

The rude player probably used to read DL and was shocked at all the negativity even during our flag season.

Come on give us a hint. Its your call.

May,Fritsch or Hibberd?

come WCW out with it

  On 21/07/2023 at 08:46, WalkingCivilWar said:

This is why I don’t tell people about how rude this player is, without exception I’ll be told of how nice he is. How he obliged in a very friendly manner for a pic or an autograph etc. But ask anyone in the Demon Army (of those of us who are heavily involved so therefore known to the players) and they’ll tell you… he has zero time for us. I could tell you a couple of stories you’d have trouble believing, such is his blatant rudeness. 

Well I still don’t know who you’re talking about, but whoever it is, that is very disappointing to hear. All players should make time for supporters, especially those who spend so much time volunteering and helping in the cheer squad. 
 

For what it’s worth, every Melbourne player I’ve ever randomly met has been really really nice. 
 

On a side note, the night we beat Saints in a final (yes it was that long ago), I went out with friends after the game and we ran into Nick Del Santo. He was a real [censored]. I told him he and his team sucked. He was an [censored] before I told him that. No regrets 😂*
 

 

*I may or may not have been very drunk 

Edited July 21, 20231 yr by Jaded No More

  On 21/07/2023 at 05:51, WalkingCivilWar said:

Actually, it’s the complete reverse. The player in question is arguably the player least bagged on DL. Besides that, he couldn’t give a fat rat’s about anything that’s said about him or his teammates. That’s as much of a hint as I’ll give since I know that people who you’d think don’t read DL, actually do. 😉 

 

Edit: Never mind, this speculation doesn’t end anywhere good

Edited July 21, 20231 yr by Fromgotowoewodin

  On 21/07/2023 at 08:57, M_9 said:

Laurie still waiting for his second debut.

I wanted him to play half forward because he's a very accurate kick for goal. You back??

Here we go again. 

More rubbish speculation on some unknown dees player who supposedly has zero time for the Demon army. 

Seriously, who cares. Has nothing to do with this thread.

Back on topic, here are a few dot points on what I'm looking forward to this weekend against the Crows

• Max going solo again. If he has another game like he did against the Lions then the discussion ramps up again regarding the debate on Grundy's worth in the team

• Another week for Brown and JVR to build some cohesion up forward. We really need this forward line humming before finals.

• Petracca up forward and the midfield taking care of business without him.

• Mcvee match up on Rankine.

• Kozzie to hopefully show that he's back in form.

Is corridor football the equivalent of Bazball

  On 21/07/2023 at 09:53, samcantstandya said:

I wanted him to play half forward because he's a very accurate kick for goal. You back??

Back just before Blues match. On Kefalonia. Beautiful but 40 degrees. Rome hit 48 two days ago.

  On 20/07/2023 at 22:56, forever demons said:

 

I kept wickets for 30+yrs laughed as soon as he took the diving catch and ended up on his back some how,just proved how bad he is

Bloody good innings from JB. Unlucky to be left stranded at the other end. Back against the wall type of innings too, the man rises against adversity. His keeping will go up a few notches now. 

I don't think enough has been said about Woey keeping his spot with other players available. Well done lad, keep it going.

  On 21/07/2023 at 05:51, WalkingCivilWar said:

Actually, it’s the complete reverse. The player in question is arguably the player least bagged on DL. Besides that, he couldn’t give a fat rat’s about anything that’s said about him or his teammates. That’s as much of a hint as I’ll give since I know that people who you’d think don’t read DL, actually do. 😉 

 

Did he spend time in South Australia as a junior by any chance?

  On 21/07/2023 at 08:46, WalkingCivilWar said:

This is why I don’t tell people about how rude this player is, without exception I’ll be told of how nice he is. How he obliged in a very friendly manner for a pic or an autograph etc. But ask anyone in the Demon Army (of those of us who are heavily involved so therefore known to the players) and they’ll tell you… he has zero time for us. I could tell you a couple of stories you’d have trouble believing, such is his blatant rudeness. 

Gussy?

  On 21/07/2023 at 08:46, WalkingCivilWar said:

This is why I don’t tell people about how rude this player is, without exception I’ll be told of how nice he is. How he obliged in a very friendly manner for a pic or an autograph etc. But ask anyone in the Demon Army (of those of us who are heavily involved so therefore known to the players) and they’ll tell you… he has zero time for us. I could tell you a couple of stories you’d have trouble believing, such is his blatant rudeness. 

Interesting, because I was also reliably told of two players who were very rude to staff during the Daniher era, one particularly who you’d never have ever guessed, the other line ball perhaps. 
 

I worked as a trainer for an interstate side for a period about 20 years ago. Whilst most of the players, coaches and staff were great, there were a few exceptions. A few very rude ones, most notably the coach in fact. Couldn’t even acknowledge us hours before the game walking past. I suspect this sort of thing happens everywhere though.

 

 

  On 21/07/2023 at 14:37, DemonWA said:

Gussy?

Gussy is a top bloke - had plenty of time for my son to sign some autographs during preseason after a gruelling 40min running session after one of the practice matches in a sweltering day so doubtful. Same goes for Kozzy, BBB and Gawn.

My stab in the dark would be Maysie. Has a bit of an ego about him I think. 
 

 

Is Hibbo still being ,managed? I want him Cherry ripe for later in the year 

will allow Bowey to go forward where he will be a great link man

JS the sub? 

  On 21/07/2023 at 14:31, Left Foot Snap said:

I don't think enough has been said about Woey keeping his spot with other players available. Well done lad, keep it going.

I made mention few pages back that I was stoked to see him get another game.

I would like to see him play more midfield minutes instead of a half forward where he's been playing. That's where he's been in super form at VFL.

Kid has a touch of class about him.

  On 21/07/2023 at 02:10, daisycutter said:

if you want to experiment with bowser forward, the norf game might be a safer choice?

Personally I'd love to look at what Bowser could add up forward. 

  On 21/07/2023 at 13:39, M_9 said:

Back just before Blues match. On Kefalonia. Beautiful but 40 degrees. Rome hit 48 two days ago.

How gorgeous are the Ionian islands M_9? One of my favourite holidays was a fortnight hopping around Lefkada, Kefalonia and Ithaka in autumn. You can keep the 40 degree heat though!

  On 21/07/2023 at 16:04, Gawndy the Great said:

Gussy is a top bloke - had plenty of time for my son to sign some autographs during preseason after a gruelling 40min running session after one of the practice matches in a sweltering day so doubtful. Same goes for Kozzy, BBB and Gawn.

My stab in the dark would be Maysie. Has a bit of an ego about him I think. 
 

 

I was using WCWs comments around everyone saying he's a legend as a process of elimination 

 

It's an interesting topic I assume in this case there's a familiarity bias or something-  the Demon Army are always around the team so I can kind of see how they might not get as much attention from some of the players as they probably deserve - less effort put into each interaction because there are more of them?

Danger game.   Crows on the rebound after last quarter fade out. They’ve got some talent and we will need to watch Rankine who usually plays well against us.  Judd Mcvee gets the job imv and I’ll back him in. May gets Tex and Tomlinson on Fogarty.  Backs with Lever as intercept look ok.  
Without Laird, our midfield clearly should win the day. Gawn and the Mids will give us plenty of supply so like to see JVR and BBB actually hit the scoreboard and nail a few goals each.  Kozzzy to light it up hopefully.