Jump to content

CASEY: Rd 04 vs UWS Giants

KC from Casey
in Melbourne Demons

Featured Replies

14 hours ago, dazzledavey36 said:

Exactly. He wasn't dropped because he hasn't a 'niggle'

Simple case of being out of form really and nothing else.

I don't think he has the talent to be more than average. Average is not good for a kpf.

  • Quote
    • Like 1
     

    Jefferson who was building confidence coming into AFL footy as a deep forward, gets a hand injury then they put him down back at Casey ? what the ? Put Fritsch down back if we had to many forwards, hes got more experience there, and can work on defensive pressure.

  • Quote
    • Like 3
    • Clap 2
     
    18 hours ago, dazzledavey36 said:

    Exactly. He wasn't dropped because he hasn't a 'niggle'

    Simple case of being out of form really and nothing else.

    Key forward is not an easy place to play.

    After the first half, when he didn’t look like getting near the ball, I would’ve put him on Guruzewski. Just to play back shoulder and have him lead you to the ball a couple of times. Sometimes that’s all it takes.

  • Quote
    • Like 3

    Missed the last quarter yesterday and just now watched the full replay.

    As I already said Roo probably needed to follow one of their key forwards around after halftime.

    Most of the problem is the same as our AFL side had up until yesterday – they are not giving the handball to players running past.

    Trying to do it all themselves is inviting pressure, which makes it harder to get it out to players who are now stationary.

    Thought Verrall broke even in the ruck against one of the bigger bodies in the AFL. Madden did not get many taps to advantage – probably less than Verrall who also missed out on several frees – blatant pushes in the back etc. – as the umpires have no idea on ruck contests.

  • Quote
    • Like 3
    • Demonland changed the title to CASEY: Rd 04 vs UWS Giants

    For those who went or watched a significant amount online - how did our Wade Derksen go as a key back for GWS?

  • Quote
    • Like 1
    6 minutes ago, old55 said:

    For those who went or watched a significant amount online - how did our Wade Derksen go as a key back for GWS?

    Dominated.

    Was easily one of their best players.

  • Quote
    • Thanks 3
     
    18 hours ago, old55 said:

    For those who went or watched a significant amount online - how did our Wade Derksen go as a key back for GWS?

    Might have to revisit adding him to the list for 2026. He’s still not getting a game at GWS despite excellent form. Behind Taylor, Buckley and Idun as key defence and Giants might prefer to give Aleer the first call up. Derksen would be a handy addition to fill a future key defence role from May and Tmcd.

  • Quote
    • Like 3
    23 hours ago, dazzledavey36 said:

    Dominated.

    Was easily one of their best players.

    4 hours ago, spirit of norm smith said:

    Might have to revisit adding him to the list for 2026. He’s still not getting a game at GWS despite excellent form. Behind Taylor, Buckley and Idun as key defence and Giants might prefer to give Aleer the first call up. Derksen would be a handy addition to fill a future key defence role from May and Tmcd.

    Hopefully we've kept up the dialog with his management. He's OOC this year so it should be easier.

  • Quote

    5 hours ago, spirit of norm smith said:

    Might have to revisit adding him to the list for 2026. He’s still not getting a game at GWS despite excellent form. Behind Taylor, Buckley and Idun as key defence and Giants might prefer to give Aleer the first call up. Derksen would be a handy addition to fill a future key defence role from May and Tmcd.

    Also Himmelberg.

  • Quote
    On 20/04/2025 at 09:35, old dee said:

    I don't think he has the talent to be more than average. Average is not good for a kpf.

    Easy up. From what I recall JVR's goal kicking and contested mark stats are up there with guys like Schwarz at a comparable age.

    His set shot kicking is pretty elite.

    Think he's got plenty of talent and capability to be way more than average. Playing as a key forward for us over that 4 week period would be enough to get many down on form and confidence.

  • Quote
    • Like 1
    On 20/04/2025 at 09:35, old dee said:

    I don't think he has the talent to be more than average. Average is not good for a kpf.

    Has a few bad games and posters like this ride him off.. thankfully you have no involvement with managing the club

  • Quote
    • Like 1

    Join the conversation

    You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.

    Guest
    Unfortunately, your content contains terms that we do not allow. Please edit your content to remove the highlighted words below.
    Reply to this topic...
    Go to topic listing

    Featured Content

    • PREVIEW: Carlton

      Good evening, Demon fans and welcome back to the Demonland Podcast ... it’s time to discuss this week’s game against the Blues. Will the Demons celebrate Clayton Oliver’s 200th game with a victory? We have a number of callers waiting on line … Leopold Bloom: Carlton and Melbourne are both out of finals contention with six wins and eleven losses, and are undoubtedly the two most underwhelming and disappointing teams of 2025. Both had high expectations at the start of participating and advancing deep into the finals, but instead, they have consistently underperformed and disappointed themselves and their supporters throughout the year. However, I am inclined to give the Demons the benefit of the doubt, as they have made some progress in addressing their issues after a disastrous start. In contrast, the Blues are struggling across the board and do not appear to be making any notable improvements. They are regressing, and a significant loss is looming on Saturday night. Max Gawn in the ruck will be huge and the Demon midfield have a point to prove after lowering their colours in so many close calls.

      • 0 replies
      Demonland

    • REPORT: North Melbourne

      I suppose that I should apologise for the title of this piece, but the temptation to go with it was far too great. The memory of how North Melbourne tore Melbourne apart at the seams earlier in the season and the way in which it set the scene for the club’s demise so early in the piece has been weighing heavily upon all of us. This game was a must-win from the club’s perspective, and the team’s response was overwhelming. The 36 point win over Alastair Clarkson’s Kangaroos at the MCG on Sunday was indeed — roovenge of the highest order!

      • 4 replies
      Demonland

    • CASEY: Werribee

      The Casey Demons remain in contention for a VFL finals berth following a comprehensive 76-point victory over the Werribee Tigers at Whitten Oval last night. The caveat to the performance is that the once mighty Tigers have been raided of many key players and are now a shadow of the premiership-winning team from last season. The team suffered a blow before the game when veteran Tom McDonald was withdrawn for senior duty to cover for Steven May who is ill.  However, after conceding the first goal of the game, Casey was dominant from ten minutes in until the very end and despite some early errors and inaccuracy, they managed to warm to the task of dismantling the Tigers with precision, particularly after half time when the nominally home side provided them with minimal resistance.

      • 0 replies
      Demonland

    • PREGAME: Carlton

      The Demons return to the MCG as the the visiting team on Saturday night to take on the Blues who are under siege after 4 straight losses. Who comes in and who goes out?

        • Like
      • 222 replies
      Demonland

    • PODCAST: North Melbourne

      The Demonland Podcast will air LIVE on Monday, 14th July @ 8:00pm. Join Binman & I as we dissect the Dees glorious win over the Kangaroos at the MCG.
      Your questions and comments are a huge part of our podcast so please post anything you want to ask or say below and we'll give you a shout out on the show.
      Listen LIVE: https://demonland.com/

      • 29 replies
      Demonland

    • POSTGAME: North Melbourne

      The Demons are finally back at the MCG and finally back on the winners list as they continually chipped away at a spirited Kangaroos side eventually breaking their backs and opening the floodgates to run out winners by 6 goals.

        • Like
      • 255 replies
      Demonland
    View All