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Happy Birthday to Clarrie from everyone at RevHQ

Given the amount of youth that we are playing at the moment, the senior players out or underperforming, I was thinking how lucky we are to have Jack Viney in the side. Yes, he had a better season last year with Trac and Oliver firing, but he has really been incredible this season with his leadership and continued efforts. As a very social person, I was re-watching the Brisbane game and he was absolutely incredible in it. We are super lucky to have him.

If you think that's me easily triggered, you should see me at the G sometimes!

This is a great way of proving a lack of bias to ensure your opinions are respected...

Some really great points in this thread. I dont think the issue is with AFL broadcasting losing money, but the Free to Air channels being run poorly. It's still (largely) a boys club at the top, with lots of back slapping and long lunches. Kind of like the Melbourne board in the bad old days. As per the above, most of the FTA content is below the standard of streaming services, but they do have high rating content like the Footy and (mysteriously) MAFs (the highest rating show in the Country?). I would love to see the blowtorch being focused on AFL broadcasting to make it a product that is easy to consume to help grow the game. Cricket had a similar issue years ago until Nine sacked Brad McNamara. It's still not the greatest commentary, but the insights and range of opinions is a welcome change. Look at how much Cricket has grown since then - participation rates and viewers.

I'd keep Turner on the ground ahead of Fullerton and Petty. I do think we will need to pick Petty to play Max's role, attend centre bounces and drop back to take contested marks. JVR and Turner to help out. Maybe TMac too. It could really be (big) musical chairs out there. It'd be great if we treat this like a final. Clarrie will surely shine in a contested maul.

I dont mind this, moreso with Petty and allowing him to drop back and take those big defensive grabs.

That play when TMac had about 4 touches, first collecting it in the backline then assisting move it up the ground was incredible to see too. We look pretty sharp when we move the ball quickly. In the words of Vanilla Ice: "Slice like a ninja, cut like a razorblade"

Absolutely this. I've been excited by the mid-season rebuild for some time. I reckon it was after the Freo debacle and then Trac going down that Goody pulled the pin on Billings, Hunter & McAdam and really brought in the kids. I loved that passage of play where Disco took a great contested mark at HF then looked up to see JVR in the pocket and Fritta in the goal square. What a problem to have! We showed plenty against the Lions and now got it done against a team that bullied us in the West. Although my tips this weekend stank (how even is this comp?), I predict we are good chance to make the 8*. Even if we don't give it a royal shake, it will set us up beautifully for next season. Lots to be excited about. * past performance is no indicator of future performance

Would prefer to see Howes in for Woey, he's just a better player and gives the team real flexibility down back. Would love Taj to prove me wrong. Otherwise, strong line-up, no excuses!

Speaking of predictions, Sportsbet has at $3.20 to make the 8.

Apologies if this has been covered off, but doing a bit of a stocktake (happy new financial year Dees fans!) and we *should* have salary cap space in lieu of: BBB Brayshaw Smith Hunter / Billings / McAdam? Laurie The first two should be a nice chunk of change. Surely we can go after some talent?

Absolutely agree. I have no idea why Blues fans hate him so much, maybe they don't like his Mums ads for Chemist Warehouse or whatever it is. Change of scene may do him good. And possibly some moisturiser.

The club made the right move with JVR, keeping him down despite the supporters rabidly demanding his selection. JVR himself said he wasn't ready after the fact. Reckon we should trust them re: Jeffo. I'd be amazed if Milkshake plays in the ones this week, you'd reckon he must get a run in the twos. If fit, Bowie and Salem should come in - they are easily in our best 22 and are two of the best kicks in the team. I dont reckon Tommo should keep his spot as he's so limited. Howes would be the ideal replacement for him. If Petty is out, and I know this is as likely as myself getting selected, but Id like to see TMac up forward.

(Forward line) Captain Coach!

Absolutely this. Momentum is such an important factor in all sports these days, particularly AFL with the evenness of the competition. It should be remembered that we also have a young team and so *should* have less baggage in regards to outcomes - just have a dip! Lots for them to get excited about, their destiny is in their hands. Goodwin must feel a bit like Arnie in Kindergarden Cop - time to get the ferret out!

I'd argue the point about Goodwin not being versatile - we have changed the way we play this year, tried players in new positions and brought in lots of youth. I'd support the position that Goodwin isn't a great match day coach, but he certainly has been more dynamic this season.

Absolutely Jed Adams Bont 2.0

Very hard to say based on what I saw today aside from him being able to outrun a very energetic 9 year old

Just got home from Gosch's, thanks to all the Dees Army volunteers - my 2 monsters had a great time. Youngest kept trying to keep up with Petty while he was running laps. Was good to watch the training session, some of the end to end drills really exposed how poor some of our field kicking is. Kolt had some howlers but knew it and looks the type to work on it. I didn't realise how good Jeffersons wing spand is. Unbelievable. He could tie his laces standing up. Had a brief chat with him and he reckons he isn't too far off. Not sure if that's just his thoughts or the clubs, but positive to hear the enthusiasm. Had a chat with Jed Adams too, suggested he move into the midfield and he liked that. We agreed he'd win the Brownlow if it happened ;)

Love the reference. I think I have "How to play VFL Football" by Ron Barassi in the bookshelf somewhere. Very likely sponsored by a cigarette company. Will forward it on to Goodwin & charge him a lot less for it than whatever they are paying Choco. Really need to start questioning what Williams is bringing.

I'm really unsure of Goodwin as a game day coach. I think his planning and strategy are sound (and proven) for getting a club to AFL finals. The mysterious use of Grundy and Schache last year are prime examples of his management of subs. Hopefully it will an area for him for "learnings and connections"

Because Fullarton can't play at AFL level

Hodge and a lot of the ex Hawthorn players seem to really hate us. Apparently they really lost respect for us as a club in the bad old days when they were riding high. Punching down is firmly for heroes apparently... ...I think there are a lot of upsides from this game - and for next season. As I've said previously, this season is much more like 2017 now with the injuries and kids coming in. With a few retirements and some more salary cap space, we will be able to target some missing talent (kicking skills!) and I dare say we will be a destination club with our capabilities next season.

I wish the kid all the best. If we can get a promising young tall who can play multiple positions that wants to be at the club - I don't see much downside to that.