A cool and overcast day and I’m one of four spectators. The boys came out early today so maybe more people will turn up.

But more importantly, Melky is right for this weekend’s match. Yay! I asked him how on earth he copped such a deep gash… he said he landed awkwardly and it was his own boot stud that did the damage.

Spoke with Clarrie aka he who couldn’t tell a lie if his life depended on it. Private convo but please believe me when I say (again) if he leaves us, it won’t be his choice, ie. he’s a Demon and wants to remain a Demon, forever.

Richo said he knows Melk is my fave player but wanted to know who my favourite youngster is. I said it’s like picking my favourite child but if I hadda name one it’d be “Harves, The Bison.” Richo said he’s heard “The Bison” being mentioned and wanted to know where it came from. I told him it comes from DL, he likes it and promised to spread it. So, @Supreme_Demon… it looks like it’s a thing 🥳

Goody said he really appreciates supporters having faith in him all along. I thought duuuuude, you clearly DON’T read Demonland 🤣

Got a feeling TC might get a gig this week. Maybe I’m reading into things a little too much and/or maybe it’s coz that’s what I hope happens, but he spent a lot of time with the coaches today and the vibe was different.

Are they just training now?

4 minutes ago, Ghostwriter said:

Got a feeling TC might get a gig this week. Maybe I’m reading into things a little too much and/or maybe it’s coz that’s what I hope happens, but he spent a lot of time with the coaches today and the vibe was different.

Halfway to the bye and a trip to Perth is about a good a time as any to rest Gawn.

3 minutes ago, DiscoStu17 said:

Are they just training now?

Nah, they came out at 1:40-ish and wrapped it up at 2:15. A lot of handballing drills and set shot practice.

Further to Ghosty's notes:

Absent today: May, Lever, Spargo, Pickett and Kentfield

Marty Hore continued his rehabbing with a physio.

The dreaded soccer ball was out - the boys love it. Petracca and Sestan gave it a miss and had a kick with Marty.

AJ was last off the field and was having some goal-kicking tuition with Chocco.

1 minute ago, Harvey Wallbanger said:

AJ was last off the field and was having some goal-kicking tuition with Chocco.

He needs it.

25 metres out and he kicks the cover off the ball for a behind. Rinse and repeat at Casey last game for 2:5

Any idea why Kentfield wasn't there? And is it correct that he has been showing quite a bit of promise as a key defender? I'd he back to his pre-illness size?

1 minute ago, Diamond_Jim said:

He needs it.

25 metres out and he kicks the cover off the ball for a behind. Rinse and repeat at Casey last game for 2:5

3 goals 4 behinds actually.

4 minutes ago, Ollie fan said:

Any idea why Kentfield wasn't there? And is it correct that he has been showing quite a bit of promise as a key defender? I'd he back to his pre-illness size?

I watched the whole VFL game on the weekend and I thought he looked very solid as a key defender.

There's definitely something to work with. Atm Jed Adams is ahead of him, but that is expected given he's a bit older and hasn't had the same health issues recently.

1 minute ago, Ollie fan said:

Any idea why Kentfield wasn't there? And is it correct that he has been showing quite a bit of promise as a key defender? I'd he back to his pre-illness size?

Pure speculation - but Casey have a bye this weekend - we play in Perth, and he is from WA, so maybe time to see family? Yes, Lukar is looking quite comfortable off half-back. Needs game time and an uninterrupted pre-season to be able to put his best foot forward. I don't have any official measurements pre and post his illness - Ghosty?

57 minutes ago, Ghostwriter said:

Private convo

Not anymore!

19 minutes ago, Ollie fan said:

Any idea why Kentfield wasn't there? And is it correct that he has been showing quite a bit of promise as a key defender? I'd he back to his pre-illness size?

Luker wasn’t there today but he is remarkably close to his pre-illness condition, I’d even go so far as to say he’ll be even fitter and more toned. He’s in a really good headspace, too.

1 hour ago, Ghostwriter said:

A cool and overcast day and I’m one of four spectators. The boys came out early today so maybe more people will turn up.

But more importantly, Melky is right for this weekend’s match. Yay! I asked him how on earth he copped such a deep gash… he said he landed awkwardly and it was his own boot stud that did the damage.

Spoke with Clarrie aka he who couldn’t tell a lie if his life depended on it. Private convo but please believe me when I say (again) if he leaves us, it won’t be his choice, ie. he’s a Demon and wants to remain a Demon, forever.

Richo said he knows Melk is my fave player but wanted to know who my favourite youngster is. I said it’s like picking my favourite child but if I hadda name one it’d be “Harves, The Bison.” Richo said he’s heard “The Bison” being mentioned and wanted to know where it came from. I told him it comes from DL, he likes it and promised to spread it. So, @Supreme_Demon… it looks like it’s a thing 🥳

Goody said he really appreciates supporters having faith in him all along. I thought duuuuude, you clearly DON’T read Demonland 🤣

As a big

1 hour ago, Ghostwriter said:

A cool and overcast day and I’m one of four spectators. The boys came out early today so maybe more people will turn up.

But more importantly, Melky is right for this weekend’s match. Yay! I asked him how on earth he copped such a deep gash… he said he landed awkwardly and it was his own boot stud that did the damage.

Spoke with Clarrie aka he who couldn’t tell a lie if his life depended on it. Private convo but please believe me when I say (again) if he leaves us, it won’t be his choice, ie. he’s a Demon and wants to remain a Demon, forever.

Richo said he knows Melk is my fave player but wanted to know who my favourite youngster is. I said it’s like picking my favourite child but if I hadda name one it’d be “Harves, The Bison.” Richo said he’s heard “The Bison” being mentioned and wanted to know where it came from. I told him it comes from DL, he likes it and promised to spread it. So, @Supreme_Demon… it looks like it’s a thing 🥳

Goody said he really appreciates supporters having faith in him all along. I thought duuuuude, you clearly DON’T read DemonlandSpoke with Clarrie aka he who couldn’t tell a lie if his life depended on it. Private convo but please believe me when I say (again) if he leaves us, it won’t be his choice, ie. he’s a Demon and wants to remain a Demon, forever.

1 hour ago, Ghostwriter said:

Richo said he knows Melk is my fave player but wanted to know who my favourite youngster is. I said it’s like picking my favourite child but if I hadda name one it’d be “Harves, The Bison.” Richo said he’s heard “The Bison” being mentioned and wanted to know where it came from. I told him it comes from DL, he likes it and promised to spread it. So, @Supreme_Demon… it looks like it’s a thing 🥳

Goody said he really appreciates supporters having faith in him all along. I thought duuuuude, you clearly DON’T read Demonland 🤣

Spoke with Clarrie aka he who couldn’t tell a lie if his life depended on it. Private convo but please believe me when I say (again) if he leaves us, it won’t be his choice, ie. he’s a Demon and wants to remain a Demon, forever.

1 hour ago, Ghostwriter said:

This warms the heart to hear, thanks again for all you do @Ghostwriter

18 minutes ago, Harvey Wallbanger said:

Pure speculation - but Casey have a bye this weekend - we play in Perth, and he is from WA, so maybe time to see family? Yes, Lukar is looking quite comfortable off half-back. Needs game time and an uninterrupted pre-season to be able to put his best foot forward. I don't have any official measurements pre and post his illness - Ghosty?

He’s actually already looking very close to how he looked when he first came back. At that time he looked dreadful; he’d lost all his muscle tone and a ton of weight, his face was gaunt and he looked terribly weak. He was literally unrecognisable. He came over to say hello and I wondered who this guy was and why he greeted me with such familiarity. The moustache was the only giveaway. The poor thing looked like death warmed up.

How was Turner going?

2 hours ago, DistrACTION Jackson said:

I watched the whole VFL game on the weekend and I thought he looked very solid as a key defender.

There's definitely something to work with. Atm Jed Adams is ahead of him, but that is expected given he's a bit older and hasn't had the same health issues recently.

Hope so - we are desperate to find our next KPD.

If our kids develop quickly we could have a shot at another flag around 2027 but we'll need a May replacement by then.

2 hours ago, KozzyCan said:

Halfway to the bye and a trip to Perth is about a good a time as any to rest Gawn.

We rested Gawn last week and he was still best on ground.

Big thanks to Ghostwriter, Harvey Wallbanger and all posters love our training reports and special comments.👍😁

3 hours ago, Diamond_Jim said:

He needs it.

25 metres out and he kicks the cover off the ball for a behind. Rinse and repeat at Casey last game for 2:5

I watched that game on tv , and to be fair, it was a windy morning.

thanks for the training reports . I love reading them and my mind goes back to Herald Sun training reports that just said.

Melbourne

X person 3 weeks

Y person 6 weeks

And that’s all footy starved supporters got.

TC is Tom Campbell.

Good to hear that Kentfield is showing promise.

I have high hopes for him.

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Grammar.

6 hours ago, Ollie fan said:

Any idea why Kentfield wasn't there? And is it correct that he has been showing quite a bit of promise as a key defender? I'd he back to his pre-illness size?

Intercept marking improving.

Very slow to assess & react in terms of moving the ball on. He'll need to get up to speed with the modern game style or maybe he is but lacking confidence in his ball skills by foot. Maybe a bit of both?

Either way he has a bit of work to do me thinks.

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7 hours ago, Ghostwriter said:

A cool and overcast day and I’m one of four spectators. The boys came out early today so maybe more people will turn up.

But more importantly, Melky is right for this weekend’s match. Yay! I asked him how on earth he copped such a deep gash… he said he landed awkwardly and it was his own boot stud that did the damage.

Spoke with Clarrie aka he who couldn’t tell a lie if his life depended on it. Private convo but please believe me when I say (again) if he leaves us, it won’t be his choice, ie. he’s a Demon and wants to remain a Demon, forever.

Richo said he knows Melk is my fave player but wanted to know who my favourite youngster is. I said it’s like picking my favourite child but if I hadda name one it’d be “Harves, The Bison.” Richo said he’s heard “The Bison” being mentioned and wanted to know where it came from. I told him it comes from DL, he likes it and promised to spread it. So, @Supreme_Demon… it looks like it’s a thing 🥳

Goody said he really appreciates supporters having faith in him all along. I thought duuuuude, you clearly DON’T read Demonland 🤣

Wonderful news!

Alan Richardson actually used to coach my local football club many, many years ago! 😎👍🏻

Please also tell Clarry we love him! I want to see him play over 350+ games for the Melbourne Football Club! 🔴🔵

Edited April 28, 2025Apr 28 by Supreme_Demon

9 minutes ago, Supreme_Demon said:

Wonderful news!

Alan Richardson actually used to coach my local football club many, many years ago! 😎👍🏻

Please also tell Clarry we love him! I want to see him play over 350+ games for the Melbourne Football Club! 🔴🔵

@Ghostwriter ditto that re Clarry! I did have a bit of a chuckle re “he who couldn’t tell a lie if his life depended on it”—only because with all the speculation about him in previous years, it’s funny to think all you’d have to do is ask him.