Engorged Onion
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Firstly, thank you for taking the time to engage with the post. The comparisons and the insights are good. I wholeheartedly concur with your sentiment regarding the Love Shack and Jack Watts. It's crucial to understand that passion, desire, and "hunger" don't always manifest in the traditional sense. Just as in life, not everyone expresses their dedication or resolve in overt, external ways. Your analogy with your personal journey is particularly enlightening. 'Hunger', as you aptly noted, isn't always about physical aggression on a sports field. Resilience, tenacity, and persistence are forms of hunger that many individuals rely on daily, be it in professional settings, personal challenges, or the sporting arena. This kind of hunger often goes unnoticed because it isn't as flamboyant or evident as a footballer's tackle or sprint, but it's equally valuable, if not more so. AFL, in many ways, mirrors life itself - filled with highs and lows, demanding various skills, and testing individuals in numerous ways. Just as a player's worth shouldn't be judged only by their perceived physical aggression on the field, individuals in the broader spectrum of life shouldn't be solely assessed based on overt expressions of resilience or passion. Sometimes, the silent warriors, those who grind it out quietly day in and day out, have the most substantial "hunger" of them all. Thanks for broadening the discussion and emphasizing the multifaceted nature of motivation and resilience. Your perspective underscores that while footy is a microcosm of life, there are countless ways to tackle the challenges that come our way. Great stuff 🙌 -
Some would say he looks laconic @Grapeviney? No?
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A piece for the folk who bang on about Josh's 'lack of hunger'. Cause it really [censored] me to tears. It's lazy, myopic, set in the past and not even slightly nuanced at looking at at the attributes that need to come together to make up the myriad of humans that become AFL players. A common narrative among spectators, both seasoned and amateur, is that a player who doesn't showcase an obvious burning desire is "not hungry" enough for the game. These players, by this definition, lack the aggression or motivation that the sport supposedly demands. Let's dissect this notion and understand the myriad factors that shape an AFL player's disposition on the field. 1. Personality and Inclination It's essential to recognize that every individual is unique. Just as two people might approach a problem differently in an office, two players might approach a ball or an opponent differently on the field. Some are naturally aggressive; some are calculative, and others might be more observant. Labeling someone as "not hungry" based on a single trait discounts their unique contributions and strategies, that you the pundit can't actually see. 2. The Pressures of Professionalism When you're 16 and surrounded by peers who dream of sporting glory, the concept of professional AFL seems alluring. The fame, the fans, the fortune—it's easy to be blinded by the shimmer. However, the reality of professional sports is grueling. The intense scrutiny, the physical and emotional toll, the constant pressure—it's not always what they signed up for. Not everyone thrives in such an environment, no matter how "gifted" they are. 3. The Complexity of Motivation Just because a player isn't the loudest on the field or isn't always gunning for a fight doesn't mean they aren't motivated. Some might be driven by the love of the game, others by the camaraderie with teammates, and some might find purpose in proving naysayers wrong. The spectrum of motivation is broad and intricate, and it diminishes as time progresses... 4. Changing Dynamics of the Game AFL, like any other sport, evolves. Today's game emphasizes strategy, skill, and teamwork more than ever. Not every position or strategy requires raw aggression. The game needs thinkers, planners, and those who can keep a cool head under pressure just as much as it needs the fiercely combative. I for one am glad Tom Boyd chose to be proactive, exit the game and look after his mental well being.
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I'd have replied as I love your style of writing, though for me, your crypticness far outweighs Demonstones! It's almost inaccessible. Maybe not for the more cerebral of us on here though? 🧠
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Good positive chat as always 🙌
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I see what you did there...
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Would you say he is a ‘quiet quite the achiever’ or a ‘quite the quiet achiever?
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It’s almost like they want to be divisive for a reason 🤷♂️
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Judd McVee to become immortalised like Shane Ellen.
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Remind me of "Basic Instincts"* - where essentially Sharon Stones character has an alibi for the murder due to the fact that she wrote (read... telegraphed it) in her book, thus wouldn't be so stupid as to actually commit the murder. Garry is on the payroll.. asking the 'hard' questions. *no need to discuss the film and the significant talking point, considering on record and retrospectively Sharon is quite aggrieved about the experience,.
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With the seeming re-emergence of a "tagger" or "run-with player" for a few of the sides, I'm wondering if the the game is heading in the direction where this is either a) a case by case basis b) will become the norm week in and week out? If so, how do we integrate it into our 'structure's' and who on our list can do the job... and who could we trade in to do the job.
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What’s his coaching style @Chook?
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Just channeling the typical DL supporters, who at this stage would be saying that if Port can’t beat the Tigers with authority they are no chance in the finals. *as an aside, I think Port will lose, and we will lose more betterer.
Thanks, that was a great way to explain it. 😀
