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AFLW Sign, Draft and Trade Period 2023-24

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22 hours ago, Storm Boy said:

Eliza Reilly has reported we are showing interest in Roxy Roux from Fremantle. 

Interesting. Aside from having the best name in footy, probably hasn't reached the heights expected at Freo. I seem to recall there being rumours that she wanted out last season as well. EDIT: Just been traded to West Coast.

2 hours ago, WalkingCivilWar said:

Not a lot of love for Libby from many of the DA.

The truth comes out! Haha, just kidding. I suspect the DA may not be alone on this. It probably won't surprise anyone that Libby did not make my "top 10 players to please, please let us keep" list. There's always a bit of regret to see a premiership player go though, and no one would deny she had a her part in that flag, as did West and Sherriff.

33 minutes ago, BDA said:

Without knowing what the draft pool is like I reckon Pick 5 and 26 for sheriff and west is more than fair. Good business I reckon.

pick 19 for birch seems unders for an AA defender but she did have a poor season so maybe not.

Appreciate people's thoughts on if we've done well or not in what we've received. It's not something I have a good gauge on at all.

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    22 hours ago, Storm Boy said:

    Eliza Reilly has reported we are showing interest in Roxy Roux from Fremantle. 

    She's been traded to West Coast this afternoon.

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    41 minutes ago, BDA said:

    Without knowing what the draft pool is like I reckon Pick 5 and 26 for sheriff and west is more than fair. Good business I reckon.

    pick 19 for birch seems unders for an AA defender but she did have a poor season so maybe not.

    We gave the Hawks 16 in the deal roo

    The big question is which of the top draft picks stay in the Vic only pool.

    No doubt the afl will try to convince someone to go to GWS.

    But if we effectively get the 2nd best Victorian that would be a great result.

    I suspect we’ll ask North for 19 and 38 at a minimum. 

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    2 hours ago, WalkingCivilWar said:

    Tomorrow night’s B&F should be fun.  Not a lot of love for Libby from many of the DA.

    😬

    Unlike last year’s… that was nothing but fun!

     

    She's one player from afar that I don't warm to...but know nothing of her really.

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    17 minutes ago, rjay said:

    She's one player from afar that I don't warm to...but know nothing of her really.

    Actually, same here. I’ve spoken to her a few times and she’s not nearly as friendly as the other girls. Also, I’ve never liked how invested she is in her media career, seems like it takes priority over her playing career. I kinda wasn’t surprised to hear she wants to leave us. 

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    2 hours ago, WalkingCivilWar said:

    Actually, same here. I’ve spoken to her a few times and she’s not nearly as friendly as the other girls. Also, I’ve never liked how invested she is in her media career, seems like it takes priority over her playing career. I kinda wasn’t surprised to hear she wants to leave us. 

    Media career? Jeepers.

    Can barely string two words together and a voice like fingernails down a blackboard. 
     

    Anyway….good luck to her.

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    Just now, Beetle said:

    Media career? Jeepers.

    Can barely string two words together and a voice like fingernails down a blackboard. 
     

    Anyway….good luck to her.

    Yeah at one of our BBQs at Gosch’s this year she was on the mic with Robbo. It didn’t help that our tent was close to a bank of speakers but holy cr4pp, she was insufferable. We literally couldn’t hear a thing other than her unlistenable voice. Robbo was just as loud but at least he was kind to our ears. 

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    1 hour ago, WalkingCivilWar said:

    Yeah at one of our BBQs at Gosch’s this year she was on the mic with Robbo. It didn’t help that our tent was close to a bank of speakers but holy cr4pp, she was insufferable. We literally couldn’t hear a thing other than her unlistenable voice. Robbo was just as loud but at least he was kind to our ears. 

    I think I know the day you are talking about.  And yes, most irritating. 🥴

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    1 hour ago, BDA said:

    No love for Libby anymore. Human nature I suppose.

    As a long term fan of hers it’s sad to see people pile on

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    7 minutes ago, DeeSpencer said:

    As a long term fan of hers it’s sad to see people pile on

    You love Libby like Picket Fence loves Charlie Spargo

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    Libby was a star in season 7 and in the premiership.  She didn’t have the greatest season just gone but was serviceable imv.  One of our leaders and I think could be excused for a down year.  Would be sad to see her go.  Others also weren’t at their best this year by the way. It’s not all on Libby that the Dees fell away in straight sets.  

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    We had to include a pick to get a first for Birch, yikes 

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    12 minutes ago, DeeSpencer said:

    We had to include a pick to get a first for Birch, yikes 

    She must be on a salary that no longer befits her standing on the team - why else would you have to give back a draft pick for a 26 year old 2 x All Australian, 2 x premiership player?

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    The Age / Nine Media must have shares in the Kangas?

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    Disappointing trade outcome however it is probably fair value given Birch’s best is behind her. If Wilson gets to the Suns, who is next in line for the 2nd tall? 

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    7 minutes ago, Timothy Reddan-A'Blew said:

    The Age / Nine Media must have shares in the Kangas?

    Or more likely the AFL want them to experience success given their men’s teams disaster last 5 years 

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    4 minutes ago, sydneydee said:

    Disappointing trade outcome however it is probably fair value given Birch’s best is behind her. If Wilson gets to the Suns, who is next in line for the 2nd tall? 

    Colvin’s a good player but she’s old and injury prone.

    Personally I’d try Bannan and see if she can develop as a player down back, and if that doesn’t work I’d go with Tay Harris.
     

    We have forward options including using Loz Pearce forward and Campbell in the ruck.

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    11 minutes ago, sydneydee said:

    Disappointing trade outcome however it is probably fair value given Birch’s best is behind her. If Wilson gets to the Suns, who is next in line for the 2nd tall? 

    Umm, we got  a first round pick for her, that's not too disappointing.  

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    Ryan Daniels is reporting that Daisy Pearce will be West Coast Eagles AFLW Head Coach. Massive news. 

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    31 minutes ago, DeeSpencer said:

    Colvin’s a good player but she’s old and injury prone.

    Personally I’d try Bannan and see if she can develop as a player down back, and if that doesn’t work I’d go with Tay Harris.
     

    We have forward options including using Loz Pearce forward and Campbell in the ruck.

    I'm loath to say it, but her goal kicking has probably proven to be not up to it.

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