Just re "falling back into old habits" is this even really a thing now given the list turnover in recent years and in particular the departure/unavailability of most of the chief proponents of said old habits?

3 hours ago, JTR said:

Just re "falling back into old habits" is this even really a thing now given the list turnover in recent years and in particular the departure/unavailability of most of the chief proponents of said old habits?

How long can we use this pathetic excuse?

4 hours ago, JTR said:

Just re "falling back into old habits" is this even really a thing now given the list turnover in recent years and in particular the departure/unavailability of most of the chief proponents of said old habits?

I didn't see us falling back into bad habits against Fremantle

On 22/03/2026 at 12:35, SPC said:

I think for now that Langfords 2 way running is lacking as is his tackling pressure and clean hands. It will come, but I think confidence needs developing first. One thing that I’d say about modern footy, it you are not a great 2 way running, great at drawing tackles, great at tackling yourself and clean below your knees, you shouldn’t be in the middle. One thing that was noticeable from Freo is how they drive through tackles, forcing more Dees players to tackle, then they could find a team mate in space, it was brilliant.

Loving how Kolt is playing and listening to Kingy in the presser, he is a coaches dream.

Interesting approach!

Apologies for the flippancy - it's a great thread you've started. I'm not expecting much this year as it's clearly going to be the first of a couple of years of transition as a new coach changes both the style of play and the personnel. While I believe Melksham and McDonald can still be good contributors, I'd prefer it if we were playing those likely to be around in 2028 which is when I next expect we'll be in the window to challenge the good teams.

8 hours ago, YesitwasaWin4theAges said:

Nailed it @WERRIDEE CJ and Lever to Casey and Xavier to the wing or HFF.

Unfortunately Xavier is hearing foot steps at the minute and needs to go higher up the ground and work on his kicking, handballing accuracy and tackling intensity.

If there is no spot up the ground back to Casey and work on your craft, need to be stronger lad.

Xavier is not going to improve staying in the back line and getting pumbled and buckle every single time and lose confidence.

Why is it every f kn other team can find run and overlap and we seem to invite pressure constantly?

We need kickers/smart decision makers off HB that can handle the heat and make smart, efficient choices by hand and foot.

Not panic merchants that are like rabbits in the spotlight.

Plus Max G needs help we need to prolong his career not shorten it, time for Moose to come in the side on Sunday.

Ins- Moose, AMW, Tmac

Out- Lever, CJ, Turner (inj)

8 hours ago, YesitwasaWin4theAges said:

Nailed it @WERRIDEE CJ and Lever to Casey and Xavier to the wing or HFF.

Unfortunately Xavier is hearing foot steps at the minute and needs to go higher up the ground and work on his kicking, handballing accuracy and tackling intensity.

If there is no spot up the ground back to Casey and work on your craft, need to be stronger lad.

Xavier is not going to improve staying in the back line and getting pumbled and buckle every single time and lose confidence.

Why is it every f kn other team can find run and overlap and we seem to invite pressure constantly?

We need kickers/smart decision makers off HB that can handle the heat and make smart, efficient choices by hand and foot.

Not panic merchants that are like rabbits in the spotlight.

Plus Max G needs help we need to prolong his career not shorten it, time for Moose to come in the side Sunday.

Ins- Moose, AMW, Tmac

Out- Lever, CJ, Turner (inj)

'Would leave CJ on the side, yes, he makes mistakes but plays like King wants to play, and at least he gives his all while chasing or competing. I watched Petty just jog along, then tried to chase a Fremantle player when it was too late. I have more of a problem with Lever and Salem: when the heat is on, they try to take the easy option.'