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Gets rid of OMac as well. That is something well overdue. Tom did say in an earlier, influential, 'in form' stage of his game that if he is to play footy for the MFC, then his little brother must play/be selected as well - and that was quite a few years ago. Basically, no onfield OMac, then TMac will not play. Holding the Club to ransom, for how many years, how many losses, how many double=teamed teammates to cover so necessarily for OMac each game he plays? It all added up to a footy team with limited hope to improve, win games, keep its head above water - and not one coach / selection panel had the guts to do something positive about it. Electra Glide in Blue

Refreshing isn't it, a concept well supported by: his football knowledge, his modernism and tactical nouse within the best arrays of the modern game (Hawthorn at and across its peak) and its execution, his communication skills above par by a mile, his currency on the best means to approach the modern game - supported extensively in very recent times by his onfield leadership (excellence) despite being just past the sunset of his onfield, playing capabilities. A quality man, as well. Values driven, articulate, thoughtful, resilient, great leadership mixed with personalisation at appropriate length.

That is plainly true. A process of selective and applied intent to be reflected. I just wonder who Jordan Lewis, as our new coach, would prefer for the INs and the OUTs?

Our team across the past few years has been too sympathetically retentive. Yes, there is such a thing when you think about it. A good cleanout is required, beginning with Goodwin and all of his coaching marvel men. These creatures have been given adequate free rein to achieve something with the MFC and have nothing - absolutely zilch - to show for the trust we held for them. Season 2021 must now be another rebuild with a greater focus on success and footballer/team development. All the de-listings mentioned so far have been justifiable. Perhaps these should all take place.

I'd really think that this is the case - a talent like Harley, once rekindled - is going to come back harder and more resolute than ever. He could very positively assist in the complete transformation of our forward line; in fact, I'd strongly suggest that will be the case. Good china is wrapped well; let's hope that Harley and his recuperation are also well wrapped by the start of the next season.

In reality, I thought that it would be Caroline Wilson exposing this news so easily observed on the telecast, and sensationalism to the world. It is tasteless and provoking news, that which is usually ignored without value-laden additions. Sad that it happened but then again, it is none of our business, so easily forgotten. I think is was most possibly extremist comerademie and not much else - so who cares?

Just imagine how Brown might be playing with more games under his belt this season.

Other than being played out of position for too long by Goodwin, and as a 'fill-gap' player at that with useless 'mates of Goodwin' occupying slots without meaningful returns for the regular selections, it is my firm belief that the alleged 'game plan - brand - lessons learned - contested horse droppings' of the coach have worked badly to ruin his game, opportunities and match readiness, as well as those of so many of his teammates. Goodwin's preference, longer-term, for Hunt has been to keep him at a distance from the team to act as 'available depth' . Hunt produces excellent space-oriented plays, runs like the wind, carries the ball very quickly and bounces without fault, kicks like Aaron Davey could over distance and in shorter passes, with tremendous accuracy across the averages. Can't get a game....

Agreed and generally, doesn't he kick well? With work, his kicking could improve still - a bullet should be the aim in the congestion of the modern game. Like switching from a 5.5mm to a 7.62mm with precision.

Clearly in the wrong positions and that is more than a tragedy because different positions have different roles and responsibilities to adopt - for however long - at the will of Goodwin. We have had him in the Club for some years now, where we have evaluated his skillset time and again in the main team. He is very effective and reliable when played correctly positioned, adding immense pace and kicking skills - including all-day running - to an improving forward line (or at least one that is stabilising) - yet Goodwin uses him expectantly as a 'gap filler' but more often as 'residual, non-playing depth' since his 'mates' keep getting games, somewhere onfield. One injury, short-term, fully recovered for most of this season, as well. A terrific Clubman. Not bloody good enough. How many of the many close matches in hindsight might we have won this year with him in the team, locked into his best position and roving around as he can? Drop Goodwin, retain and use our talents. Simple.

Yet another example in a bad year or a bad series of bad selections that many of us were screaming about. It was obvious, two games and he has his mojo back again - a valuable player. The chosen reflection, week after week, against OUR will was the Weed - who still is not producing. Then Dl contributors see Weed kick two goals in a single game - a massive contribution - and suddenly he's a star quality earning a guernsey to look busy but do nothing really, in a sinecure, week after week.

True dilemma, Bbo, true dilemma. Are the chiefs at the MFC and the coaching array going to review themselves? No way, it's too cushy a job as it currently stands. If a review is done, it will be through the appointment of several compatriot mates and its outcome will be a whitewash of complicity and further neglect, to be sustained at all costs for as long as possible. Given the way that the AFL conduct themselves in matters of appointments and responsibilities for the paying public and fans across all clubs (except the Filth and the Catty Puts), such a review at the MFC will be condoned, allegedly honoured and totally situated (ie: the outcome could accurately be predicted to be ' more of the same' and 'abstractly irrelevant' to real improvements in the mighty MFC. The big questions and issues will not even be tabled, let alone investigated or modified for moving forward. We already know what will and won't be achieved, well ahead of such a 'review for improvements and change' even begins. As fans, we are born losers.

ANB may well end up out-running as a tag on Tipungwuti. He has the recovery and endurance if he is quick off the mark - ie: not chasing from afar. The team is picked but I'd expect it to be variable with several players doing tasks unexpectedly. As part of this, I'd like to see Smith rotating (with someone across the game) into the forward line for some goal kicking-practice or an intercept mark and feed, for example. He'd be handy doing that if we make the finals.

....and Tom and at last, Oscar.

Fairy Nuff.

I'd reckon Smith had to be in the side, so he could rotate, slipping forward for an intercept and goal or two.

Jackson is a surprise omission but fair enough, he should not be risked this late in case we win against Essendrug.

Could well be....

So, it's an unnecessary shambles, just like the rest of the Club at present. I will not renew my Membership (and will tell them so) until Goodwin is removed from the Club. As for Pert, overseeing this fee confusion and approving its release to the public and existing members, he'd better trot off the face of the MFC, as well. I feel sorry for the poor folks at the Membership office; they will be confronted with continuous and fully justified queries for months, Want a Membership? It costs this much for 2021. Payment can be made by credit card/debit card at the following telephone number or in person, at the Club located at XYZ between 0900 - 1700 hrs. Seem pill.

Spargo is not the answer down back. What we need is a 190cm racehorse (remember Osborne?) with muscle, mongrel and two good kicking feet. Spargo needs to rove the fwd line when selected.

Spot on! He also finds targets across distances and has great run and carry.

Ross Dillon was a great forward and a master of the chf region. He went back to Adelaide and continued to 'star' at a time when the SA teams were rolling with great coaches, players and multiple club developments. Cordner was 'good' but not at the same level as his ancestry. He never seemed to work 'hard enough' to progress, yet he certainly had talent - it was just lightly applied. Darren Bennett - I considered him to be the classic forward. An amazing, straight- line lead exponent, a huge man who used his body to perfection against opponents including his locomotive appearance and presence in a pack, and possibly one of the best kicks for goal around at distances between 45 and 60 metres out. Largely ignored at the arrival of Jacovich and his unique style - and effectiveness - but Bennett, what a player to have in reserve! Bennett and Tilbrook, the best kicks ever (with other flaws).

I get the reasoning; seems sound and strong, to me.

There are a range of other assets with Lewis. He knows the modern game and how to win. He is an exceptional communicator in football terms, and highly adaptable across the theories of the game. He showed this for years, honing his skills whilst he still could and when these began to wane at the time of his transfer to the MFC, he taught others, he organised onfield and off the field, he communicated. Pure talent. I'd love to see him replace Goodwin - ASAP. Would he bite at the hook?

K' noath! Sadly true. Those levels of skills, combined, do not linger, long. It will be a rapid sunset, most likely.He ain't no Jordan Lewis, either.