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Kenny, brad Scott and Goody would all be in trouble with that outcome, maybe also Bevo.

In the style of ‘A clockwork Orange’ please, PF!

I thought the phases were in front of the ball, behind the ball, and in the contest. That is, forwards, defence and midfield. Last year we were poor in each of these, so a 5% improvement in any/each area could add significantly to our overall performance.

i also attended this morning, but for only an hour or so in the middle of the session. If I was Werridee, I would be going out of my head trying to fit about 35 players into the 22. The only real player who looked below standard at this point was Verall, who I hope can step up over time. Roy George was training with the squad and fitted in well. His move and snap from the pocket during sims was roundly applauded - but no by Chocko. Kid was called in and a chat ensued about AFL speed and pressure and the need for him to take easier options when they presented. Max and Jake Melksham were walking the boundary, chatting about the world. Looked relaxed. The comments about turnovers were accurate. I’m sure that this is all good at this point, and that the nature of the game is based upon turnovers being generated (the defensive side doing good) and responding when it happens to you. The skills in the no contest drills were pretty good, however. The nature of what we are trying to do this year is interesting - we work to hold width as an outlet if needed, but first call is to look at the corridor. Langford spent some time in the focus vest, suggesting he is going to be important in setup this year. T Campbell and AJ both impressed with their efforts, skills and positioning. I see some really good efforts from Clarrie, Trac, Salo, - all who will really add to what we delivered in 2024 into 2025. The sprinting to the drinks station is about setting standards - it looks really good when they all finish a drill then race to the drinks station. Thats about it, will answer any questions. Don’t know if i can get down there after the break, but thought I would add my eyes to the track watchers a few times to help out and do my bit.

No one is allowed to burn the house down then?

I think just having a fit Trac and Clarry would offer that - we lost a bucket of games by less than a goal. new forward line structures and new players in vs the loss of ANB?? Think we are all good, if we remain healthy.

He grabbed his right hammy during a drill and stretched it out after a run around the boundary. Suspect it was ‘awareness’ and the hammy is what has been troubling him..

he was involved, ran hard, handled the ball well, linked up with the forwards and seemed to really ‘fit in’ for the first time.

No stress, I don’t know, it was just what I observed…

The orange vest seemed to be a ‘focus player’ in corridor drills, used by both sides to run through the middle and connect. Trac and Kossy both has runs in the vest. They were tackled, so it wasn’t a contact thing. I think it is about creating a focal run through player to assist rapid corridor transitions that everyone can work off/to.

Observations from today: Anyone who worries about the 3 ‘wantaways’ should get down to training- i have no doubt all 3 are focused, committed and in for a big year. Trac Coaching and leading from the sidelines. The tackle that Clarrie laid (see GW’s post above) and Kossie owning the footy in drills. Fullarton looked really good forward of the ball today and in contested drills - although he was brought down by Howes in one play like a lion about to feast on a gazelle. Also impressing(apart from the usual suspects): Billing’s, Kentfield, Johnson. Aim to use the corridor as first priority in drills. Melk running really fast repeat sets. Sestan also running, grabbed for hammy at one stage. All rehab boys doing agility and ball receiving work. Spargo kicking the ball to them. Seen chatting to Choco - Gary Lyon and Bill Browless’s boy (big lad with a mop of hair that his dad would die to have!) Choco sharpened up KW#34’s kicking at goal with a slight ball drop adjustment and momentum shift and he began toi hit them beautifully. Trac was frustrated with his snapos around the body, and Choco gave him a few gentle Tils and he was back on track again. A nice day for it. Happy to answer any questions.

Any chance of a summary? I refuse to support that maggot rag.

kalani’s shoes ain’t made for running!

I would love to see where we passed on Rick Andrew, and how far out we had AJ in the frame. This would very interesting

Kos to miss due to tribunal….

Lever was in rehab, and seemed to by troubled by his Right leg or ankle as he picked up some training supports and carried them back to the truck.

Petty was definitely with the backs

A glorious day to visit Gosh’s to see a training session. Highlights: In the running, Sharp, Pup, Bowey, TMac and Langford all did well. Trac looked like a man amongst boys and also ran strongly. Some of the drills: A zig zag kicking and markng drill, that led to a contested drill where the person on the mark was straight in front, the kicker went straight back but looked at the 45 degree angles to pick out a lead. Think we will go quicker off the mark to players leading from these angles. A contested ball drill. Oliver laid a few beautiful tackles. One passage saw the ball go 3>13>7>16>5 (goal). About as fast as you could read that, too! A forward drill with the bigs contesting and knocking it to ground for a small to sweep ink and either goal, or offload for a goal. Lots of discussion about positioning and strategy. A forward drill concreting on the forward staying in motion, and the small providing a legal block for the forward to roll around and mark. A full ground drill moving the ball fast and good contests between the backs and the forwards. Petty on Roo was worth the watch. Overall, a good session. When things were not going as planned, players were called in and things explained an reset. Some great teaching from the coaches to individuals and lots of good chat and banter amongst the players. Kalani White looks great in Dees colours, and was not out of place. Shane McAdam worked away from the main group, but seemed in good spirits. Cheered hin one as he did some faster laps, got a hey and a smile. Some old guy running around “Working the room” to use his term for it, handing out flyers for the election. Didn’t give me anything, Im obviously not his ‘type’! Will answer any questions that I can.

Impressed with the session. Will report later when I’m a proper keyboard.

It would be great if the club could interview a few of the players about the camp - maybe some anecdotes about the teams event, the school visits and even the training would be great media content. Could have interviews with an older player, an up and comer, and a new draftee. It would be disappointing if the camp goes by without such content being created and shared.

Perfect. Your Observations were insightful, and no BS speculations. not getting heavy, just sick of massive diversions from the great posts of trackwatchers into narratives that are presented as facts, not even speculation. I’m all good, and happy to to lighten up.

Observations are awesome! Direct feedback shared by players is great (like WCW/GW provided). It’s when there are arguments here over ‘what it means’ that this devolves into sewer sludge. My ‘narrative’ vs yours? Glass half full vs glass half empty? I can’t tell which is right. it goes for all reports, its just this Trac focus is strong right now. its ok to wonder, suggest or discuss a possibility, but certainty is no-ones friend when meaning is being imagined…

Observations: what i see Confirmation bias: creating meaning from observations to fit my belief system or narrative. Unless you ask him, anything beyond the observation is useless. All of this Trac is unhappy/brand focused etc inference is without any basis.

Looks in reasonable nick. Hope he has a blinder and proves the doubters wrong!

Thanks to you stars who offer your comments, photos and time to report on training. 3 Brownlow votes to you all!