Demon Time

Quote from Paul Guerra from September last year, announcing that Hertz would be stepping down as a Co-Principal partner. This does create an opportunity for a new Co-Principal Partner to feature on our men’s guernsey and excitingly, we are already in conversations with a number of prospective partners. We look forward to sharing more news with you in due course. According to the MFC website, DriversDepot is our new Co-Principal partner. This has not been officially announced yet despite Penrite Oil being announced as our new Major Partner today. Penrite is a great Australian brand but I find it odd that they would announce a new Major Partner before a Co Principal partner, who would be contributing more money to have that spot (it may be coming soon). As many have mentioned, DriversDepot's website does look a bit AI and lacks information. Fair play to them if they are matching the big bucks that I imagine Zurich are paying but something about them has me hoping they paid upfront. Looking forward to hearing a little more about them soon.

The black background of the Penrite logos against our red is pretty horrid. But these jumper sponsors are just reflective of where we are at as a club at the moment. The more games we win (and the better time slots we are then given), the more attractive we are to sponsors, so hopefully these are not on jersey for too long! Right now we should just bank the $$ we can get and focus on winning games.

I don't see Sparrow as a lock for round 1 this year. King said that it was a clean slate for round 1 so if Kolt, Laurie or any other player shows more during this preseason, they deserved to be picked over him. Of course, the same applies for all our players. I feel that under Goodwin, there were games that he (and definitely some other premiership demons) did not earn but were given based on pre-2022 form. That being said, I think he is a very capable player and in the right role and with some good form, he can be a good contributor this season. From the vision I have seen and the training reports I have read, he seems to be looking good this preseason. My only concern is that I have had the same thought every preseason over the last few years but when the season begins, he hasn't been able to make his mark or show any growth. I really hope this year is different and he can take his game to the next level, I would love nothing more than to eat my words and see him have a stellar season.

This gets me so fired up. Lets go Mooooose. Also long shot but by the end of the trade period we may have the Bison, Bear and Moose in the same team.

Sad to lose a Dees legend but if we can somehow turn this into a Leek Aleer that could be the best out of a bad situation. I know we have some great tall defender stocks in Disco, Petty and Lever. However, like others have mentioned, Adams is not yet a proven AFL footballer, Lever has recently been injury prone and its likely is Tmac last year and definitely is May's. Adams may well be our man but I don't see how added competition for spots can ever be a bad thing. In saying that, it is more likely we receive a pick back depending on how much of Clarry's contract we are willing to pay.

This. We will soon find out what our new Dees leaders are made of. Are we firm and resolute in our position or are we the same old timid club that accepts mediocrity.

Agree that a player's perspective would be important in the facilities design but then Waverley would be an interesting first location for such research given the many other superior facilities. You may be right though and this is one of many facilities that the Dees crew visit or at least the first which is public knowledge. I was just speculating but of course time will tell.

Agree. You don't send the incoming president, CEO and vice captain to Waverley as part of the 'design process' for Caulfield. It just doesn't make much sense given the unique residential layout/build of Waverley. I think (and am hoping) that they considering Waverley as a temporary home while Caulfield progress over the next 3-5 years. These things always take longer than anticipated so it would be a smart move if it is financially viable to execute without jeopardising Caufield.

Humphrey may have been a Dees fan growing up 👀 https://www.instagram.com/p/CSTKbuNFicQ/

Agree, 'adapt to how I want the game played' tells me he is a serious operator who will demand the respect of the players. If players aren't committed or can't adjust to his game plan, they are asked to explore their options. I've liked his few appearances in the media so far, clear and direct much like Chris Scott.

Don't understand some of the criticism on King continuing his role with Geelong for the remainder of their finals campaign. Firstly, as GW has mentioned, it is a sign of good character that he isn't jumping ship without regard for his current employer. But I think more importantly, he is gaining even more valuable finals coaching experience which will assist him as senior coach at the Dees. In fact, despite my disdain for them, I now hope that Geelong go the whole way and win it all. This is experience that can only help us as we will have coach who knows exactly what it takes to get to and win on the big stage. King could be fresh off a flag at the most successful and well-run club of the last 20 years and bring those standards, systems and composure to us - which we desperately need.

Any idea if Rivers trained with the mids or stayed with the backs? He had a little over 50% CBAs against the Hawks

Fritta very lucky - last chance to impact the scoreboard or back to the magoos (if Goody has any selection integrity)

Stoked with the pick, welcome Harvey - hopefully another mid to follow.

Petty in the backline is what I've been waiting to hear - huge result

There definitely is - checked earlier and again now...still there. Edit: didn't see your replies ET before commenting

I definitely agree that Gawn AA fatigue may play a factor. I think Xerri has had a phenomenal year and has to be on the interchange. However, if the AA panel is completely objective, I think they have to pick Gawn on field. I think people are sick of Gawn dominating for so long and want someone new which is ridiculous reasoning but it wouldn't be surprised me if they overlook him this year. Hope I am wrong though. Gawn's 7th AA jacket would solidify him as the greatest ruckman of the modern era for me (I already think he is but another jacket puts him above Cox for sure). If I am being completely honest I think he is the greatest ruckman of all time but that may be my demon goggles and recency bias since I can't speak to a lot of the guns from back in the day.

We have to take this pick to the draft and pick up a quality midfielder who can play in the red & blue for the next 10 years. While I rate Houston and some of the other potential trade targets, none of them are more valuable than this pick. Praying Alan Richardson goes back on his earlier comment about trading our pick for older players. Our list management has been good in the past, got to back them in to pick a future gun.

Hoping Saints can get the job done against the Blues. Coming away with pick 5 (before NGA and father sons) would be a good result in a disappointing season.

3 weeks is ridiculous. Has to be appealed.

Not going anywhere - lets fill up the G. https://www.melbournefc.com.au/video/1635404/rd-24-were-thanking-our-members?videoId=1635404&modal=true&type=video&publishFrom=1724223600001

@WalkingCivilWar Best post ever, made my day - you really know how to tell a story.

I can understand Trac's frustrations with the club but his continued silence is honestly so disappointing (especially after a good team performance today). I saw him as a lock for future captain of our club but these are not good signs even if he does decide to stay. In saying that, I'm sure my mind will probably change once and if this all gets cleared up

He is in my Supercoach draft team, so have been watching him closely over last few weeks. The kid can play when he gets a full game (been a sub for many games). Great clearance player, tackling machine and is very quick. Still a bit lanky but will continue to put on size with more preseasons. Out of all the trade targets we have had thus far (other than Houston), he is the one I’m most keen on - would be a huge addition to our midfield (for now and the future).

Dee-pressed. I've always felt that he wants to play in a 'big' club atmosphere ever since he said he wanted our crowd to lift (fair comment). Trade rumour still shocked me obviously - him going to the pies has always been my worst nightmare. I have faith though, he is disgruntled (just like all of us) but will stick fat. Praying he comes out with a statement dismissing it soon before media plasters it everywhere.