PREGAME: Rd 19 vs Adelaide

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1 minute ago, Jaded No More said:

Good sensible changes 

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

[WalkingCivilWar 32,843]

42 minutes ago, 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. 

[Engorged Onion 9,417]

Just now, 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 🙌🏼🤩

[M_9 1,740]

1 hour ago, Demonland said:

Laurie still waiting for his second debut.

[DemonWA 3,510]

Good changes. Bring on Sunday 

[The Lobster Effect 845]

2 hours ago, Demonland said:

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

[forever demons 1,854]

4 hours ago, 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

[Jaded No More 58,685]

41 minutes ago, 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, 2023 by Jaded No More

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3 hours ago, 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, 2023 by Fromgotowoewodin

[samcantstandya 949]

55 minutes ago, 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??

[dazzledavey36 49,025]

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.

[Diamond_Jim 11,941]

Is corridor football the equivalent of Bazball

[M_9 1,740]

3 hours ago, 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.

[Great Northern Summer 689]

15 hours ago, 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. 

[Left Foot Snap 1,992]

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

[Great Northern Summer 689]

8 hours ago, 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?

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5 hours ago, 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?

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6 hours ago, 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.

 

 

[Gawndy the Great 7,645]

1 hour ago, 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. 
 

 

[Kent 2,606]

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? 

[dazzledavey36 49,025]

6 hours ago, 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.

[Matt Demon 1,387]

18 hours ago, 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. 

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7 hours ago, 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!

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6 hours ago, 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?

[spirit of norm smith 13,204]

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.