4 minutes ago, Tarax Club said:

AJ in next week without doubt. BOG

Goal x5

So was Jeffo 2 weeks in a row vs similar op. Took the game vs Essendon at CHF to be rewarded. I WOULD expect that players need to have a few weeks of form, but with our crazy selection policies?? Who knows??

Edited yesterday at 05:481 day by picket fence

big win

22.18.150 to 6.7.42

stat as follows:

my top 6 watching via the stream...

6: johnson
5: billings
4: spargo
3: laurie
2: kentfield
1: culley

A dominant 108 point victory for the Demons.

CASEY DEMONS 5.4.34 11.7.73 17.10.112 22.18.150

CARLTON VFL 2.3.15 3.3.21 5.4.34 6.6.42

GOALS

CASEY DEMONS Johnson 5 Kentfield 4 Hardie 3 Campbell Ferraro Petty 2 Billings Culley Kirkwood-Scott Laurie

CARLTON Warburton 2 Grainger-Barras Harvey Lemmey Riley

Without wanting to sound too much like a wet blanket but its hard to read a lot into the performance given the weakness of the opposition.

Our key forwards in particular weren't facing strong opposition and often had massive size and weight differentials in our favour.

That was cathartic, keen to see Casey push for finals. This team can go all the way.

Just now, KC from Casey said:

A dominant 108 point victory for the Demons.

CASEY DEMONS 5.4.34 11.7.73 17.10.112 22.18.150

CARLTON VFL 2.3.15 3.3.21 5.4.34 6.6.42

GOALS

CASEY DEMONS Johnson 5 Kentfield 4 Hardie 3 Campbell Ferraro Petty 2 Billings Culley Kirkwood-Scott Laurie

CARLTON Warburton 2 Grainger-Barras Harvey Lemmey Riley

Lemmy back from the dead from Hawkwind and Motorhead!😇💀🎼🎵🎶🤟

3 minutes ago, jaydenh10 said:

really wish jeffo and fullarton were like this too, only thing holding jeffo back

One of the things I like in a player first is their thirst for the contest when it's their turn to go, but I have seen some signs in Jefferson that with the right coaching and game plan he might just make it. I know he made some mistakes last night, but there is a glimpse of light. I was also impressed with Fritta as he was prepared to make contact and run during the night. If he keeps playing like that for the last five games, he's a keeper.

Aiden Johnson 119 AF points 22 disposals 13 kicks 9 handballs 16 contested possessions plus numerous one%’s. 5 goals 2 behinds. 72.7% disposal efficiency.

Looks like a ‘shiny’ new man after his surgery. On that performance automatically improves the forward line.

Edited yesterday at 06:201 day by Tarax Club

1 hour ago, KC from Casey said:

HT Casey Demons 11.7.73 to Carlton VFL 3.3.21

Goals Johnson 4 Campbell 2 Culley Ferraro Hardie Kirkwood-Scott Petty

Disposals Bonner 20 Billings 16 Smith 15 Johnson Laurie 12

Should be Hardie, Ferraro…

12 minutes ago, Random Task said:

Without wanting to sound too much like a wet blanket but its hard to read a lot into the performance given the weakness of the opposition.

Our key forwards in particular weren't facing strong opposition and often had massive size and weight differentials in our favour.

It's a fair call. Carlton were witches hats.

I forgot this game started early and missed most of it. Thanks for all the updates everyone.

With May likely to get half a season off (David King's calling for 6 weeks now - compare that to Xerri's stiff arm across Sparrow's jaw for 3) for fairly competing for the ball last night, you would think Petty might be coming in as his replacement yeah?

But he played forward all game again, is that right?

Who comes in for May?

28 minutes ago, Random Task said:

Without wanting to sound too much like a wet blanket but its hard to read a lot into the performance given the weakness of the opposition.

Our key forwards in particular weren't facing strong opposition and often had massive size and weight differentials in our favour.

That might be so, but we won by 100. That doesn’t just happen because the opponent sucks - see, eg, us losing to Carlton or GWS “only” beating Essendon by 48.

Faced with a rubbish opponent, and with spots in the seniors surely (…surely…) up for grabs, today’s performance is precisely what we needed to see.

AJ in for Jeffo (JVR 100% fwd)

Howes in for May

Culley for Sharp

Laurie for Kolt

3 minutes ago, DubDee said:

AJ in for Jeffo (JVR 100% fwd)

Howes in for May

Culley for Sharp

Laurie for Kolt

my only change would be spargo for kolt

12 minutes ago, Brownie said:

I forgot this game started early and missed most of it. Thanks for all the updates everyone.

With May likely to get half a season off (David King's calling for 6 weeks now - compare that to Xerri's stiff arm across Sparrow's jaw for 3) for fairly competing for the ball last night, you would think Petty might be coming in as his replacement yeah?

But he played forward all game again, is that right?

Who comes in for May?

David King calling for 6 weeks that's a bit rich. Considering Archer and Pickett were taking no prisoners on a weekly basis.

Harrison Petty didn't put a foot wrong. He is the midas man can swing back. If forward line impact is a prerequisite, Aiden Johnson would have to be considered. That game would have to be his new highlights reel in one. Showed a lot more than in any previous game this year. Sticky fingers like Spiderman.

Edited yesterday at 06:391 day by Tarax Club

Personally I see Kentfield as THE solution to our forward woes.

He’s big, strong, agile, not afraid of body contact, can crash packs , and can kick accurately, unlike the work experience kids who are currently being gifted games.

Is there a reason Ricky Mentha can't be a sub and maybe give Kolt a rest?

11 minutes ago, Tarax Club said:

David King calling for 6 weeks that's a bit rich. Considering Archer and Pickett were taking no prisoners on a weekly basis.

Harrison Petty didn't put a foot wrong. He is the midas man can swing back. If forward line impact is a prerequisite, Aiden Johnson would have to be considered. That game would have to be his new highlights reel in one. Showed a lot more than in any previous game this year. Sticky fingers like Spiderman.

David used to give his occasional wack behind play as well

I was just reading the VFL Match day site with the player stats and reading the DLand Casey thread at the same time made for a very enjoyable couple of hrs, apart from a few lulls in the game. I’ve been waiting for Casey to really hit their straps and today was that day. Exact opposite to last night.

4 hours ago, Random Task said:

Without wanting to sound too much like a wet blanket but its hard to read a lot into the performance given the weakness of the opposition.

Our key forwards in particular weren't facing strong opposition and often had massive size and weight differentials in our favour.

Agree but the way they built the lead each quarter with strong connecting play is encouraging.

Bonner is the one who interests me. He's a ball magnet in an era that demands quick connection. I'm surprised he wasn't given a chance by an AFL team in the mid season draft.

For the remainder of the AFL season I'd be happy for Mentha to have a run in place of Sharp.

Perhaps Jefferson is playing for his spot next week if Kentfield and AJ keep it up

Didn't know the result and just read this thread end to end. Very enjoyable reading - thanks to all.

I needed something after last night.

5 hours ago, demon3165 said:

One of the things I like in a player first is their thirst for the contest when it's their turn to go, but I have seen some signs in Jefferson that with the right coaching and game plan he might just make it. I know he made some mistakes last night, but there is a glimpse of light. I was also impressed with Fritta as he was prepared to make contact and run during the night. If he keeps playing like that for the last five games, he's a keeper.

I actually agree re Jefferson. I thought he was terrible early but he didn't drop his head and often got to the right spots, competed relatively hard and is clearly as nervous as a kid on his first day at a new school. Maybe a new coaching staff would help.

Edited yesterday at 11:331 day by Roost it far

CENTURIONS by KC from Casey

The Casey Demons smashed the Carlton Reserves off the park at Casey Fields on Sunday to retain a hold on an end of season wild card place.

It was a comprehensive 108 point victory in which the home side was dominant and several of its players stood out but, in spite of the positivity of such a display, we need to place an asterisk over the outcome which saw a net 100 point advantage to the combined scores in the two contests between Demons and Blues over the weekend.

The disparity between the opposition's AFL and VFL teams is substantial. They are experiencing an abundance of injuries and their playing depth is weak, as evidenced by the inclusion of multiple debutants in the team this week, which is unusual for this time of year. Additionally, with the Demons' senior  team in the dumps on Saturday night, the incentive was there for Casey players to stand up and make a play for senior selection. And a number did put their hands up.

The VFL Demons took control of the game early and showed great hunger for the footy. The catalyst for the good start was Aidan Johnson who had a big game after a lengthy layoff from a suspension and ankle surgery. He moved well and marked strongly to have four goals on the board by the main break and finished with five to go with his 22 disposals and 11 marks for a best on ground performance.

Melbourne’s two concussion victims from the Gold Coast game three weeks ago in Harry Petty (two goals) and defender Blake Howes also staked their claims for senior selection. The latter was unlucky not to win promotion this week after a strong showing last Saturday night against Werribee. Yesterday, he mopped up everything in defence with a strong running game.

Casey benefited from a dominant midfield. Tom Campbell and Will Verrall gave their on ballers an armchair ride in the ruck and the likes of Jai Culley, Riley Bonner, Bailey Laurie, Jack Billings and Riley Baldi constantly got their hands on the ball at stoppages and in general play. 

Mitch Hardie continues to produce in a roving role in the forward line and kicked three goals. Charlie Spargo kicked a couple and must also be in the selection mix for Saturday’s game against St Kilda.

Two players who are coming along nicely and will be part of promotion consideration in the very near future are Luker Kentfield and Ricky Mentha Junior. 

Kentfield was drafted last year in midseason and had health problems over summer so he has yet to benefit from an AFL preseason. Last year, he was often unsighted but this time around he is playing with confidence, clunking his marks and finishing well. He impressed yesterday with four goals in the second half and if he can continue to progress at this rate, he will become a great asset to the club.

An NGA from Alice Springs, Mentha showed up with his pace and line breaking ability and when he joins his mentor in Kozzy Pickett, they are going to provide opposition teams with plenty of headaches. With these two however, my advice is to heed the caveat at the start of this piece. Give them time and the results will come.

Casey’s next assignment is against Sandringham next Sunday morning at Casey Fields in a curtain raiser of sorts for the match up between their senior partners at Marvel Stadium later in the day. The Demons must overcome their tendency to lose games to teams below them on the ladder to maintain their September aspirations.

CASEY DEMONS 5.4.34 11.7.73 17.10.112 22.18.150

CARLTON VFL 2.3.15 3.3.21 5.4.34 6.6.42

GOALS

CASEY DEMONS Johnson 5 Kentfield 4 Hardie 3 Campbell Ferraro Petty 2 Billings Culley Kirkwood-Scott Laurie

CARLTON VFL Warburton 2 Grainger-Barras Harvey Lemmey Riley

BEST

CASEY DEMONS Johnson Campbell Culley Laurie Billings Hardie

CARLTON VFL Wilson Hayes Charleson Boyd Phillips Warburton

Woewodin seems to have plateaued. What role is he being asked to play in the side?

20 hours ago, whatwhat say what said:

johnson has 5

dominant game for the tall forwards - 11 goals between them

Hmmm I wonder if this is what we are missing in the seniors. You know tall fwd with strength that can mark and kick goals??

Nah just kidding, we'll play the same failed fwds as we always do.