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Greg Stafford departs Melbourne

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27 minutes ago, david_neitz_is_my_dad said:

Thanks, Finally some good news with everything that has been going on

You edited your post but you needn’t have. It’s still disrespectful to a member of OUR CLUB. 

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    Stafford used to play the bin lids after wins. That will be a tougher assignment to replace! 

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    Thank you Staff. It was the get together at your house that, if you believe Max, changed the course of history for this club and propelled us to win a flag. 

    You have been instrumental in achieving that premiership, and will forever be a MFC great for doing so.

    Wishing you all the very best in the future.

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    A long time servant in our  recent 🏆 era.  Many thanks. 
    New opportunities for some fresh idea and our next 🏆 era. 

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    Book the grand final after party then. Firm favourites now. 

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    The very fact that he's lasted 11 years in a cut throat industry is testament to his character. The flag is testament to his contribution.

    Best of luck with his future plans.

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    25 minutes ago, dazzledavey36 said:

    Any idea who we may poach for the forward coaching role?

    Have been told in the past we like Davenport from GWS but haven’t heard anything specific. 

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    Just when our fwd line is functioning… 

     

    WTF is going on round here?

     

    😳😬😂

     

    Big Thanks and good luck Staf!! 

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    What struck me about Staff, whenever I attended training, was his great enthusiasm for every drill he took. It was contagious among the lads he was coaching. He also put his body into his ruck and forward positional instruction, taking the blows, that were inevitable, with a smile before setting up for the next! 

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    A huge thanks to Greg Stafford came aboard during the massive change process introduced by PJ, PR & SG which eventually led to our finals successes in 2018, 2021-2023 and now has made space for someone else to come in and help reinvigorate the group for future successes. He’s been a great father figure for the team, thanks Greg and good luck in your future endeavours.

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    Greg Stafford’s departure from Melbourne is one of those "it is what it is" moments. Footy is a results-driven industry, and going forward, the Dees will need to adapt in the space. Stafford’s been in the system long enough to know how it works, but now it’s up to the boys to step up, find that fresh voice, while staying true to our brand.

    Edited by Queanbeyan Demon

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    53 minutes ago, Bates Mate said:

    Who do we blame if our forward line sucks next year??!!

    For a start, the game plan has to change and someone who can teach the young players how to play that position, how to position one self, running patterns, when to lead and where every time.

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    Not unhappy that they’re mixing things up but I always thought Stafford copped a lot of flack when his line had the least amount of talent.

    Our forward line also defended their backsides off whilst our backs gave no attacking drive.

    So all the best Staff. 

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    53 minutes ago, Dee*ceiving said:

    Best of luck Staff. Successful or not I am sure he tried his hardest. 11 years in one place in AFL football is an eternity

    Yes, time for renewal for Staff and the coaching staff. He was part of a coaching team that delivered a flag and multiple finals appearances. 

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    1 hour ago, Bates Mate said:

    Who do we blame if our forward line sucks next year??!!

    1. Goody’s game plan—obviously.
    2. Kate—for sneezing near a training session.
    3. The re-emergence of the Norm Smith curse—because we just can’t resist.
    4. The umpires—standard procedure, really.
    5. Maynard—because even if he’s not involved, why not?

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    'Pursue other opportunities' always smacks of 'let go' as opposed to 'I'm going'. I hate it. I hope in Greg's case it was at least somewhere in between.

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    1 hour ago, chookrat said:

    Loving that the word nuffies is being used here to describe opposition players or in general anyone who isn't Melbourne.

    Well it's not an actual word anyway so not sure what your point is to be honest. 

    I'm far from someone who hates on opposition teams and players for no reason either. 

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    Whether you were happy with Staff or not, and hand on heart, I think it was probably time for him to move on - and that's ok - that's not a dig - sometimes you just need change and that can be said for both parties. Our forward line/approach needs a fresh set of eyes and it's time (perhaps a little late...but again, just me) so it's a good decision and I wish him the best. To those potting the guy, it's easy to do so from the couch, but the reality is that we won a flag with him there, and very little was said about that. It should be acknowledged. Thank you. 

    All the best, Staff! 

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    And let’s not forget he helped bring across Burgo. Thanks Greg and all the best!

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    A ruckman coaching our forward division? yeah right, can we get someone who was an ACTUAL forward to do the gig next year? Just my view of course!

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    1 hour ago, dazzledavey36 said:

    Any idea who we may poach for the forward coaching role?

    TOM HAWKINS would be a great start!

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    Thankyou Staff. Good luck in the Future 

    Always a part of the ‘21 Flag

    Now we must recruit The Best Forward Coach in the Land

    Start Searching…..

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    43 minutes ago, Queanbeyan Demon said:
    1. Goody’s game plan—obviously.
    2. Kate—for sneezing near a training session.
    3. The re-emergence of the Norm Smith curse—because we just can’t resist.
    4. The umpires—standard procedure, really.
    5. Maynard—because even if he’s not involved, why not?

    you missed jack watts, closely followed by climate change

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    1 hour ago, greenwaves said:

    Don't worry, people will find somebody

    I'm looking squarely at the MCG Ground Announcer's Dog

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