PREGAME: Rd 23 vs Gold Coast

[samcantstandya 1,045]

8 hours ago, M_9 said:

I know it won't happen, but I'd love to see Fullarton come in for the two remaining games and JvR played forward for 100% of both games.

Fullarton ain't no ruck, doesn't like contact. He's a forward only.

[DeeZone 9,730]

12 minutes ago, Dee Zephyr said:

Casey didn’t play last week, maybe that had something to do with no Jeffo. 
Next week might be different.

Yes at least they are all travelling up to Gold Coast together it will be good for the full list to spend some travel and game day time together.

 

[Bring-Back-Powell 14,787]

Match committee meeting probably took all of 30 seconds this week judging by those changes.

[Deemania since 56 6,609]

51 minutes ago, Nascent said:

Has anyone got any energy left to complain about the team selections this week?

Don't  get me started ...

[Deemania since 56 6,609]

25 minutes ago, demon3165 said:

Chris isn't the sharpest tool in the shed at the best of times.

Perhaps Chris is, perhaps Chris is not. One thing that appeals is to replace the doorman - change can be as good as a holiday. Maybe, in 2025, it would be a good offering for Badloss, who really needs to see the other side. 

[Jaded No More 68,867]

Honestly the melts over Jefferson not getting selected, is worth him not getting selected. 
 

[Bombay Airconditioning 6,363]

5 minutes ago, Jaded No More said:

Honestly the melts over Jefferson not getting selected, is worth him not getting selected. 
 

Don’t think anyone has overreacted. Our season is done, what harm comes from playing him? It’s hardly Watts on QB all over again. 

[Jaded No More 68,867]

4 minutes ago, Bombay Airconditioning said:

Don’t think anyone has overreacted. Our season is done, what harm comes from playing him? It’s hardly Watts on QB all over again. 

Have you done a welfare check on @picket fence? 

[Demonsterative 3,020]

Hopefully Jeffo and Brown are late changes as emergencies. 
 

It’s the perfect time to blood a couple of players. 
 

Disappointed with selection. Change and review does not need to wait until seasons end. 

Edited August 15 by Demonsterative

[Superunknown 4,215]

On 13/08/2024 at 18:30, Heart Beats True said:

Very wet start to the week in the GC however come Saturday, beautiful and 27°. Be nice to beat the Suns on a ground they have dominated at this season.

Understatement 

we’ve had 250mm down Bangalow way. 

[Superunknown 4,215]

8 hours ago, picket fence said:

Listened to Dwanes world the other day did anyone else catch Chris from Camberwells take?? He reckons Goody will be gone by seasons end. Now I know everyone has an opinion but for some reason I have a sneaky suspicion that he could be onto something here!

Is it available online? I’m not in melb so can’t listen. I’m happy to go through the torture of listening to Dwayne just for Chris

[Heart Beats True 1,187]

12 minutes ago, Superunknown said:

Understatement 

we’ve had 250mm down Bangalow way. 

 I live 10 mins from the ground and it’s been very wet but drying up very quickly as well as warming up.

[SPC 3,534]

1 hour ago, Bring-Back-Powell said:

Match committee meeting probably took all of 30 seconds this week judging by those changes.

Match committee is only Goodwin these days 

[Storm Boy 374]

Yes, Chris from Camberwell has called twice this week on Monday and Wednesday and he didn't hold back. Unfortunately Dwayne Russell gives Chris from Camberwell the royal treatment and gives him plenty of airtime and encouragement whenever he calls. 

I don't really take much notice what he says but unfortunately the texters gives Dwayne plenty of encouragement to hear from him again soon. 

[picket fence 17,094]

5 hours ago, Jaded No More said:

Oh yes, Chris from Camberwell is definitely someone I suggest you listen to. He is not at all unhinged. 

Neither are any of us🤪

[Bring-Back-Powell 14,787]

The first genuine dead rubber we’ve been involved in since round 23 2019 V North.

Been a while.

[Jibroni 4,987]

Disappointing not to see Woey or Brown selected.

Edited August 15 by Jibroni

[Docs Demons 1,786]

1 hour ago, Heart Beats True said:

 I live 10 mins from the ground and it’s been very wet but drying up very quickly as well as warming up.

Yep, very warm and humid up here after some decent rain. 28 degrees on Saturday so you visitors ensure the summer gear is packed and tell the players to put plenty of sunscreen on.

This has been a horrible season. We have players out and the team we play get players back. Touk (nearly their best player) back for Suns which will help them in the middle. Then the weather turns against us. Be a tough game me thinks.

[Go the Biff 3,414]

3 hours ago, Storm Boy said:

Yes, Chris from Camberwell has called twice this week on Monday and Wednesday and he didn't hold back. Unfortunately Dwayne Russell gives Chris from Camberwell the royal treatment and gives him plenty of airtime and encouragement whenever he calls. 

I don't really take much notice what he says but unfortunately the texters gives Dwayne plenty of encouragement to hear from him again soon. 

Chris has been banging on about our lack of a "first rover" all season. Which kinda gives you an idea of where he's at. And his tortured mispronunciation of our players names is something to behold.

If he didn't follow my club I'd think he was bloody hysterical. But he does. I also think he mentioned not renewing his membership should major upheaval not take place in the off season so Chris, while probably a lovely old fella, can G&GF.

[RalphiusMaximus 6,030]

5 hours ago, DemonOX said:

Wow one change Bowey in Oliver out. 

@picket fence is going to have a heart attack!!!!

Not the only one.  Our season is over, time to give the kids a run and see how they look at the top level.  GC have only lost once at home this year, so it's not like it's a game we expect to win.  Jefferson has more than earned a call-up.

[Demon Dynasty 17,109]

18 minutes ago, RalphiusMaximus said:

Not the only one.  Our season is over, time to give the kids a run and see how they look at the top level.  GC have only lost once at home this year, so it's not like it's a game we expect to win.  Jefferson has more than earned a call-up.

This is part of the reason we've stagnated as a club and many no longer taking much interest imv.

Simon's selections have, on many occasions this season, been mind bogglingly more of the same olds that don't offer up much in terms of any weapons that will bother an oppo or impact in some way on match day.

[forever demons 2,220]

On 14/08/2024 at 15:17, jumbo returns said:

Drop ANB

Make a statement

wash your mouth out

[dees189227 12,373]

Why was bowey out of the team to begin with? Was he injured or been dropped?

I think the past few weeks I stopped paying attention to selections 

[dazzledavey36 54,408]

6 minutes ago, dees189227 said:

Why was bowey out of the team to begin with? Was he injured or been dropped?

I think the past few weeks I stopped paying attention to selections 

Illness 

[Demonsterative 3,020]

I’ll put my hand up explaining my excuse RN 

“I don’t want to go or watch atm” 

I may watch the start to see if McVee plays mid-field. My only point of interest for Saturday arvo.