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Let's hope we can hang onto him!

Love Jonesy but that coaching appointment was completely baffling

I don't think its completely fair to pile on Sharp, we all know his capabilities and limitations. That being said, giving him a go over Laurie or Mentha Jnr is puzzling. You'd love to see us make this one a bit more fun by picking Kentfield and Adams, but I can't really see that happening. I think this game will be a send off for some of the older and more disgruntled players. Who will improve by 10% in the off season to be at the same level they were at this season? I do think Melksham will go around again, though not sure about TMac (unfortunately). I do think we will lose one of May or Lever, and one of Trac or Clarry. I'd hate to see it but it'd be an amazing spectacle if Trac leaves the game by walking into the Collingwood rooms.

Sorry for being late to this - where is George?

I was really happy with a lot of yesterdays game, the quick handball stuff was really fun, just that last kick inside 50 hurt us. Really excited about some of the kids and seeing what a new coach and coaching team could do. Windsors run and carry, Langfords mark in the square (!), Disco everywhere...good fun.

Hows Sestans face injury?

Reckon the AFL will have moved them to Hobart pretty soon

I really don't care for other clubs, their supporters or their supporters opinions.

Tough gig considering the injuries and form. I actually think we've done OK back there considering the game style and the above. TMac, Disco, Salem, Bowey have all been good to very good. Howes is definitely on the up. McVee hasn't set the world on fire, but he may have an eye out the door.

The board information is publicly available. If you look up who was on our board in the really bad days, that may give you an idea.

Could not agree more. Back in 2013 (?) we had about a dozen people on the board and were an absolute basket case on and off the field. I believe the Hawks had about 4 on the board and look how they were going. Our club does have a history of people at the top who are happy being on the board for their own ego, rather than for the fans themselves.

Really happy for him. It could only have been better if it was at the 'G. You don't play the Eagles every week, but there was definitely some good signs (and size) about him.

It was also damning of the review itself - which was good to see brought to life.

Genuinely here to help if needed

No disrespect intended, but I feel it could descend into this sort of territory:

Perhaps we could make the meetings via Demonland posts?

Wouldn't put out a fire with it

I think you are being a bit harsh. He's still young. There are a lot of positives about his game. Another summer in the gym and practicing kicking and he will be a lot better

Such a good question.

The team is going to need a big reset before Saturday. I watched a lot of the Eagles game and they aren't very good, but they've got spirit. That's all it took for the Saints to beat us. We really need to start thinking about next year. I was surprised at Petty and Sparrow going in and Spargo being sub, but I haven't got selection right at all this year. A statement should be made at selection. Drop Oliver would be one. Love the bloke but his disposal is killing us. Spargo is a pressure forward, and is ahead of Kolt, which is probably why he got a game. 100% support Petty down back but it seems Goodwin doesn't. Absolutely no harm in getting Luker or Jeffo in there. I thought McVee was poor defensively - we need to make sure everyone picked cares enough to have a go.

Couldn't agree with this more. We look unfit and without spine. There doesn't seem to be a sense of unity or purpose. Too many seem to be going through the motions & gifted games. Can anyone shed light on what happened with leading teams? Why is our fitness so very, very poor? The lack of discipline and composure in the last 5 mins yesterday was telling.

I actually think he'd be good in a better team. He's a finisher, not one to get the ball or set it up.

Which is why we must use it to experience all of life's rich tapestry. Ups and Downs.

Poor bloke! What happened to his face?!

The rapid deterioration of our "A Graders" (apart from Max) has been very concerning for me.... Clarry has turned into a pretty good tagger and a useful mid, but for the cash he is on, I'd expect more. I love the bloke, but I reckon its time to test his trade value and start prepping Langford to take his spot. Trac is probably still recovering from last year. Again, I hope that he is able to become more damaging next year. Maybe work on his kicking? Viney is probably in the same boat as Clarry. I dont think we can get rid of both though. Lever definitely looks crocked and isn't getting any quicker. May has probably played his last game for us (concussion + suspension + recovery). ... so that is 3 out of 5 likely gone. We have Kozzie who is already an "A Grader" and Bowey and Langford look very close to getting there. Turner definitely could get there. We do need more polish and another "A Grader" - but how or who for? As for the rest of our senior players: TMac is almost definitely gone at seasons end, unless May and Lever both go (maybe). Melksham looks super fit and has shown the importance of knowing forward craft and having a footy IQ. Should be kept on at all costs to teach the kids. Fritta has hit some good form and I hope he can keep it going for at least another couple of years like Breust. Petty seems to have plateaued, I hope he can rediscover form as a key defender in Mays absence. I hope Sparrow recovers. Langdon continues to be a role player. Hasn't been as damaging since being moved off the wing. Rivers & Chandler (not that senior) & Salem are playing roles, sometimes very well. Spargo has been out & McVee hasn't been accountable. Our young players are a bit of a mixed bag. My big concern is lack of player development this season, Windsor and Kolt seem to have gone backwards - though that may be due to interrupted pre seasons. JVR seems to be going well after a poor start. Shows application and is promising. Jeffo is building in confidence and obviously cares. More game time will help, as will time in the gym. We'll know more in a year. Same for Lindsay and Luker (who I'm very excited about). AMW will provide a small defender with pace next season. Howes too. Sestan is a quality distributor and a smart footballer - could play almost anywhere. Could definitely be a handy finisher. Mentha too. ....so yeah, we have the same supportive-senior playing group as a lot of clubs, though aging and not really developing. We also have some good young players, some very good, just need the right team to bring them up.