Deeoldfart

I thought our small forwards were very disappointing vs Sydney.  Kozzi will be back against the ‘dogs, but will (hopefully) be spending around 15% of his time around stoppages, where he adds an important point of difference.
IMO we definitely need another small crumbing forward, who can contribute on the scoreboard, and apply front half pressure.
-  do the panel agree?  
-  if so, who gets the gig? (have ‘Pup’ Brown or AMW earned an opportunity?)    
-  if so, who do they replace?

6.  May …….. by a whisker from ——->

5.  Viney

4.  Fritsch  -  our only forward

3.  McVee  ……… by a whisker from ———>

2.  Tomlinson

1.  Bowey ……. very good until injured

Credits to Howes and Windsor, who showed a lot more than some of their more experienced team mates.

Some old and bad habits return.  Grrr! 
Bottom line is we were beaten at what we do best, especially in the last quarter!  
However, I have every confidence that we can and will improve enormously on that effort.

I’m more than happy to go in as the underdog, and come out smiling! 😀  Dees by 20.

3 minutes ago, Dee Zephyr said:

Wow, Spargo in, go Charles. From all reports he was flying on the track prior to the achilles setback. 

I found Sparg’s inclusion a bit mystifying, but this early in the season, I have 100% confidence in our MC.

2 minutes ago, Demonland said:

AFL.com.au's predicted teams.

Petty?

Nice to see some 'balance' at last!

Great listening as usual guys.  Thanks!   
I reckon Bin nailed the Brownlow prediction 😄

What are the chances of Blake Howes being this season’s Judd McVee?  🤞

Great summary WJ.  

Thanks!

38 minutes ago, Demonland said:

Petty and McAdam last ones on the track working with the Selwyn. Both have been getting high 5s from assistants and trainers. Both seemed to have ticked off some boxes today. 

Great news that these two seem to be progressing well, but maybe not so good that they will have to wait 3 weeks before having a legitimate hit-out in the VFL.

1 hour ago, binman said:

Correct weight (i love his runs and carry and pass to Darren Bennet in the second vid):

 

Good comparison Bin.  I reckon the Duke has longer strides, but that’s probably just a sign of the times.

Another fantastic Pod guys.  Thank you!     

Really fired me up for the Swans next Thursday, and the season ahead!

I’ll enter the quiz and suggest Steven Stretch (but he’s probably before your time).

9 hours ago, Skrull said:

kozzy isn’t available for our match against the Swans in opening round . how will we cover his loss in the forward line and who takes his place ? I haven’t been overly impressed with any of our small forwards in the 2 praccy matches . 

Based on the Richmond match sim, I thought that Pup Brown might be a good chance.  What does the panel think?

ps.  I was disappointed that he wasn’t given more ground time against Carlton.  Could this be an indication that our Match Committee think he’s not quite ready?

Lots to like:     
-   our leaders stood up as they usually do;     
-   defence was well organised;
-   Windsor was great, Billings was solid, and our other ‘newbies’ showed glimpses with
     limited opportunities;   
-   forward half delivery was much improved on ‘23;   
-   field kicking and general ball move movement were good;   
-   Salo and Sparrow through the middle

I’m generally an insomniac, but I’ll sleep well tonight.

1 minute ago, Bring-Back-Powell said:

I’d imagine Cleary mistakenly said toe surgery instead of toe injury. 

🤞

4 minutes ago, Demonland said:

Most players have gone back to the rooms. Trac, Viney, Chandler, Windsor, Howes, Fritsch, K Brown, Kozzy & Bowser having shots for goal. 

Bowser.  That’s interesting.

Great work Andy.  Thanks!  Is K. Brown with the forwards?  Is he involved and looking sharp?

I’m gutted for Gus, and the premature end to his stellar career.  Let’s dedicate our ‘24 season and a Flag to his future well-being.

Resumed in 2024 where you left off I last year.  Thanks guys.  Great listening!

Addendum to my question above, Is ‘Pup’ Brown a realistic small forward prospect for ‘24?  

Kozzi mostly midfield or forward?  I know he’s been injured, but from what we seen, can AMW step up?

Dees by 187 pts!

Brilliant work 666. Thank you!