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TRAINING: Thursday 27th June 2024 (Gabba)

Left Foot Snap
in Melbourne Demons

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Hi all, as there is no thread on this I thought it was a good time to start my first one.

I haven't seen a training session since we stopped going to Maroochydore, and never one in season or a captains run. To my novice eye it was a very light session with a bit of ball work and a few ball movement activities. No contact etc and intensity was low and most seemed to be enjoying themselves.

All the usual squad from last week were there with the exception of Salem who was notably absent.

Other additional were AMW (as announced), Lever (with his kids), Woey, Laurie, Jefferson and Melksham.

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    JEFFO  ????????????😎😁🤩 Magician ....come on dowwwwn, son!

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    Session finished with some 'relaxed' shots on goal.

    My random thoughts on the youngsters:

    AMW - was looking forward to getting a look and not disappointed. Smooth mover and nice balance.  Came across as a well put together young man when talking to the kids at the end. The thing that stood out for me was the definition of his legs, he doesn't miss leg day!

    Kynan Brown- odd body shape and looks a lot smaller than he is. Reminds me of a German Sheppard pup who has to grow Ito it's ears and paws. I can't wait to see what his body develops into. Looks as young as he is.

    Jefferson - a lot bigger than I expected. Moved well, good shot at goal. Will settle quickly when he gets his chance and I am glad we are not rushing him. Think his chest will fill out more and his strength will continue to improve. From a distance his body and movement reminded me of Charlie Curnow.

    Tholstrup - such a pup. So energetic and has a great swagger. He has a frame that says power and when he fills it out and develops he will be Tracc mk2. Interesting when he was having shots at goal from the boundary he really thumped the ball.

    Windsor - so smooth, so balanced, kicking is just so effortless for him. When he was having shots he just caressed the shots. 

    Woey - was there but not enough in my view to see much. One of my favourites who I hold great hope for. Glad he made the team this week.

    Laurie - even at training I just can't see it with him.

    Turner - hearing him speak to the kids on the boundary he reminded me of every bloke I have ever met in Albury. (That's not a bad thing). Good strapping, wholesome country lad. He and Petty were both moving well.

    Happy to answer any questions, just remember that I text like a monkey on a typewriter, so be patient.

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    23 minutes ago, Queanbeyan Demon said:

    How did Frita's hair look today @Left Foot Snap?

    Good hair QD, but to me he was one who didn't really seem happy out there today. Hopefully it's just a perception but he doesn't look confident to me. Looks like the weight of the world is on his shoulders. Saw him miss a snap in a drill and on the way back to the centre Stafford was having a word with him and he didn't seem happy or listening. All perception from the boundary and he is likely just frustrated with his form and the extra attention he has been getting lately. Can't wait for him to be firing again, and hopefully that is tomorrow night. That should bring the joy back.

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    Jefferson is traveling with the team as reward for good form. We do this often with the younger players who are on the cusp to show them what it’s like to travel for a game and get them really involved on game day. It’s great experience. 

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    11 minutes ago, Left Foot Snap said:

    Good hair QD, but to me he was one who didn't really seem happy out there today. Hopefully it's just a perception but he doesn't look confident to me. Looks like the weight of the world is on his shoulders. Saw him miss a snap in a drill and on the way back to the centre Stafford was having a word with him and he didn't seem happy or listening. All perception from the boundary and he is likely just frustrated with his form and the extra attention he has been getting lately. Can't wait for him to be firing again, and hopefully that is tomorrow night. That should bring the back.

    A lot of people arn't happy with stafford @Left Foot Snap. Frita ain't alone there. But thank goodness his hair is all good and ready to go tomorrow.

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    52 minutes ago, Left Foot Snap said:

    Session finished with some 'relaxed' shots on goal.

    My random thoughts on the youngsters:

    AMW - was looking forward to getting a look and not disappointed. Smooth mover and nice balance.  Came across as a well put together young man when talking to the kids at the end. The thing that stood out for me was the definition of his legs, he doesn't miss leg day!

    Kynan Brown- odd body shape and looks a lot smaller than he is. Reminds me of a German Sheppard pup who has to grow Ito it's ears and paws. I can't wait to see what his body develops into. Looks as young as he is.

    Jefferson - a lot bigger than I expected. Moved well, good shot at goal. Will settle quickly when he gets his chance and I am glad we are not rushing him. Think his chest will fill out more and his strength will continue to improve. From a distance his body and movement reminded me of Charlie Curnow.

    Tholstrup - such a pup. So energetic and has a great swagger. He has a frame that says power and when he fills it out and develops he will be Tracc mk2. Interesting when he was having shots at goal from the boundary he really thumped the ball.

    Windsor - so smooth, so balanced, kicking is just so effortless for him. When he was having shots he just caressed the shots. 

    Woey - was there but not enough in my view to see much. One of my favourites who I hold great hope for. Glad he made the team this week.

    Laurie - even at training I just can't see it with him.

    Turner - hearing him speak to the kids on the boundary he reminded me of every bloke I have ever met in Albury. (That's not a bad thing). Good strapping, wholesome country lad. He and Petty were both moving well.

    Happy to answer any questions, just remember that I text like a monkey on a typewriter, so be patient.

    Thanks Left Foot Snap greatly appreciated glad to hear that most of the boys are happy and up and about. Also happy that Pup, Bil and Jefferson Ford are travelling emergency’s great experience for the lads.

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    I missed Howes not being there today until I saw his omission from the side. 

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    3 hours ago, Left Foot Snap said:

    Think his chest will fill out more and his strength will continue to improve.

    He's got the pirate affliction: a sunken chest

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    2 hours ago, Moonshadow said:

    He's got the pirate affliction: a sunken chest

    Think that will be remedied in time. Looks to me he will end up barrel chested. Quite excited to watch his progression and growth after today.

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    12 hours ago, Left Foot Snap said:

    Think that will be remedied in time. Looks to me he will end up barrel chested. Quite excited to watch his progression and growth after today.

    Do you think Jeffo's growth and development will develop over the next week or so Lefty?

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    Just now, Queanbeyan Demon said:

    Do you think Jeffo's growth and development will develop over the next week or so Lefty?

    I'm talking over the next year or so.

    Not saying he won't get games till then, but his impact will be better.

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    20 hours ago, Left Foot Snap said:

    Good hair QD, but to me he was one who didn't really seem happy out there today. Hopefully it's just a perception but he doesn't look confident to me. Looks like the weight of the world is on his shoulders. Saw him miss a snap in a drill and on the way back to the centre Stafford was having a word with him and he didn't seem happy or listening. All perception from the boundary and he is likely just frustrated with his form and the extra attention he has been getting lately. Can't wait for him to be firing again, and hopefully that is tomorrow night. That should bring the joy back.

    He's very lucky to be in the 22 given his form in the last few months.

    Unfortunatley Smacca hasn't stepped up (so far) and Melk is at least a month away.

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    15 hours ago, Left Foot Snap said:

    Think that will be remedied in time. Looks to me he will end up barrel chested. Quite excited to watch his progression and growth after today.

    Should concave or convex be a better shape for a chest mark?  Hopefully not a Chris Dawes trampoline chest anyway.

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