Deeoldfart

Just another Jason Taylor / Todd Viney rippa!

It's been such a long time! I'm overcome with joy and lost for words right now. Please share a few of these with your nearest Demons fan: ❤️?❤️?❤️?

Bernie filled a gaping leadership and experience hole in our team at a critical time. He gave his everything to our Club, and played an important part in 'turning the ship around'. Hats off to him. He could easily have taken his pay and just cruised through a few seasons on talent and reputation alone, but he chose not to do that. He should be very proud of his contribution.

Yep, I'm guilty as charged Uncle. The whole nation is laughing about the seat of Government, and the current goings on in the House on the Hill. Canberra is a laughing stock akin to the Demons in the Neeld era. (ps. I hope I haven't broken any thread protocols by mentioning that particular former coach in this post)

(Much to my detriment) I rarely visit this thread, but I've called in today in an attempt to restore some sanity to my life and well-being. You see, I live in Canberra, and I don't think I need to say any more than that. Sincere apologies if I have derailed the thread.

Too young, too good, too soon. RIP Jarrod.

Probably look to move on with his midfield mate, Jack Viney. ☺️

Paul Roos agrees with you Pates: Oliver's stunning first 50 games I'm particularly interested in Gerard Healy's view: "But on the outside, he can break open sides (with his foot speed) and I can see him being a dominant mid-forward, just like Dusty Martin."

I agree, and add some regular cameos up forward (like yesterday!) and he will hit the headlines, big time.

My reading: Pert was the 'fall guy' at Collingwood; Caro is a sniper, and a headline grabber.

Perfect selection and timing, I reckon. I always feel that there's something special about a youngster making his debut for the MFC. The reports from Casey watchers, and the article posted above by Bates Mate only increase my excitement. I hope he has a rippa game and quickly becomes a regular.

Excellent and professional all around. Just what was needed!

............ and don't forget longer-term prospect Austin Bradtke.

Dean Kent is a tease. He has some strong attributes as a small forward, but we only see them spasmodically. First, because his body has seems unable to hold together for sustained periods, but I also because he can be a lazy footballer, and not do the team things, especially when things aren't going his way. I recon we would need to see marked improvements in these areas for him to become a regular 'best 22' in a Goodwin coached team. I'm happy for him to look for opportunities elsewhere, but he might be looking for a long time if he sees himself as a midfielder. We'd be lucky to get a 4th rounder for him, but Jason Taylor can work some magic with late picks.

Set up some membership tents outside the 'G' after 5:00pm on Monday. Irresistible!

No probs here.

Not sure how you can draw that conclusion di4e. Harmes and ANB are solid foot-soldiers ....... Gaff is a match-winner, and would take our midfield work and forward entries to a brand new level.

I agree 100% guys, but the key for me is encapsulated in daisy's final sentence.

I'm proud that our Club has a social conscience, and applaud this decision. Too many lives and families are 'wrecked' by addiction to pokies.

Hope lives eternal od. Stupid by my own admission, but true none-the-less.

I'm with you 100% findee. Some say it's madness, I say it's a sign of strength!

^^ ditto, echo, ditto, 100%!!

What's the golfing equivalent of backing into a pack to take an overhead grab Dee?

From the highlights that we've all seen, this kid looks exciting. If he lives up to that promise, and retains his flowing locks, he'll add to our growing list of cult heroes quicker than you can say 'ginger ninja'. That's got to be a good thing!

I love the fact that he has fought back from previous disappointment to be drafted. Work ethic and leaving no stone un-turned is the new Melbourne way!