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True Bonkers and I do take this in to account - I simply don't believe the MFC at this stage can execute - I don't want to take pot shots at players but our backline is the worst in the league for ball use IMO and that puts a ton of pressure on the whole team. I shouldn't just pot the backline we are poor all over the ground. I guess my point is I hope we are working towards playing like Hawks, Cats etc but we don't have the personnel to execute that game plan - and I think we have to focus on the basics... I am not supporting Neeld but he doesn't have an easy job in that regard

True but I think the Dogs will have the advantage with their ability of winning first hands on the ball The other thing in their favour is when we win the ball we turn it over too easily, hence out counter attack is worst in the league.... We need to sustain pressure for 4 qtrs otherwise we'll get easily beaten IMO... The key to the MFC winning in 2013 is the press (as we are too poor on counter attack and in possession - and probbaly don't have the resources) create turnovers and score If Stuie is about I'd love to know how we score the majority of our goals??? Stoppages, turnovers??? It's not counterattack that is for sure - we butcher the ball As much as it is mouth watering to see Dawes and Clark play together we need ball winners to kick it to them - damn i hop Magner M Jones and Davey can continue to perform add Watts and some run and we might be ok?

Dogs have a worse record then us since mid 2012 (hard to believe) I'd still reckon the dogs would be favorite for our game in rd 14?? haha

Interesting Bomber said on the show - in the early 2000s when he took over at Catland they focused on defense.... sounds familiar haha Interesting chat with Bomber and Rocket talking about rebuilding and footy some good insight

You don't realise how strongly I agree with you Macca - you've hit the nail on the head about our performance today. I guess I was trying to say I can't answer for Neeld as I'm not Neeld - but lack of experience and kicking efficiency would be key indicators as to why those things listed didn't happen.... At the end of the day I want to see results on the field (im not fussed about press confrences - and yes I agree Neeld has been comfusing and embarassing) and as you say Macca these will take care of themselves and Neelds future.

I take that back BB - surely you can't be serious You got me - i fell for it Joke is on I

Clearly you do... That is up there with the stupidest [censored] i've ever read on this site - I'd be staggered if Demonlanders actually believed what your implying. I'll take a wild stab and guess you believe the CIA was involved in the Kennedy assassination as well i demand a Range Rover poll to verify if Dawes was backing Neeld or was implying that he can't coach fk me I think you need a strong drink BB

Obviously you enjoy waffle - as you say you don't like his answers but you want to ask him questions haha You can believe what you like macca, I'd say look at disposal efficiency and experience but I'm sure you'll only hear what you want from Neeld anyway Enjoy your night

I agree Soidee My point was Dawes was supporting Neeld

Never meant to imply you're a hater Macca - but there are a lot on here who just wish to bolster their hate campaigns and believe what they want to believe, anyway In all serious and i've pointed out before I do not like a lot of the things I hear from Neeld. But what does this really tell us about his coaching ability?? Not a whole lot.... Only the players can tell us if he can't communicate properly or they don't believe in him, so i don't like this communication side of the analysis.... you're right to have your opinion though Lastly about answers for the supporters and perception in the media - i'd rather the team do the talking then everyone loving the coach... Sadly communication and performance have both been [censored] poor so I am not defending Neeld as he needs to improve otherwise he'll go Maybe there is too much analysis of what's being said?

Agree Robbie F - really annoyed me today it kills momentum and puts additional pressure on the team. For the first 3 qtrs when we held the ball and took our time to find and hit targets the boys actually looked good - when we tried to move it too quickly they f'd it up Not sure if experience or lack of confidence or just stupidity

Yep didn't look good Not sure how harsh to be on Davey for that - let the boy get ahead of him then couldn't catch him.... little things like that hurt a lot when a team is struggling

Good post Macca, I don't agree with all that you said but you sum it up pretty well - I agree Neeld is a poor speaker and his answer to the question (don't remember it off hand but the one where Dawes chimed in) started getting long winded was more of a chop out by Dawes I am sick of defending Neeld but I think he's gone in to his shell - He says preseason expect something good from this group he gets flogged and when he tries to explain how hard coaching this group is he gets flogged.... Not sure what people really expect Neeld to say these days If he's positive eveyone calls him a liar - if he's negative everyone says he can't coach... With all the media scrutiny wtf do you say?? I really think making judgements about Neelds coaching from press conferences is pretty limited. It's pretty clear the haters are just gong to hate no matter what is said In saying all that I think Neeld is struggling, and his messages to the public are not great

Go have a hot drink come back and think about what you're saying BB I'll bet you whatever you want (money, houses whatever) that Dawes and Clark both support Neeld. The reference you are talking about is a comment from Clark about Neelds media conference on Saturday.... I agree that Mitch didn't approve (especially if you only read the comment to the question).... But if you actually take a second to watch the press conference or read Mitch's comment you'll find they support Neeld. i htink you'll find mitch said the PLAYERS can turn it around Some extra food for thought BB - Dawes came to the MFC because of Neeld - Dawes in that press conference said it was on the players to perform not the coaches - it must really hurt you Neeld will be coaching again nest week Enjoy

Now that would be something DeeZee!! Was disappointed for Maxy today - but what has he played 8 - 10 AFL games? He'll be right

Am I the only one giggling at the irony of this post.... A lot of pot calling the kettle black in the delusion area bb - just believe what you perceive to be real bb? (I will bet u whatever you like Dawes was sticking up for Neeld) Looks like Neeld has his job for one more week bb - you'll be happier next week after the fro game Edit - Iphone corrections

Not really a change - but backing up the effort from this week would be nice

I thought this bloke was one of our best again today Not sure if I should be sad or not a bloke from the VFL is leading the way (no offense to N Jones)

agree rjay - haven't given up on the kid just thought he needs time to develop

Ankel I think?? hopefully not sreious Kid needs time in VFL looked lost again today

Agreed but in the second and third qtr when they took their time and hit a target they looked good WTF do we move the ball fast to flat footed players??? Players and coaches need to address this - make sure the man is on before giving them the ball Kick long if under pressuer but If you take a good mark don't give up the ball FFS

hard to disagree Clearly not good enough but can't fault the effort today buy the boys - saw some good signs and saw a lot to be worried about short term

haha agreed both had good periods and bad periods - overall not good enough... but in our situation we have to take anyone who'll give 100% Again i agree both not up to AFL standard

Look we got beaten easily but there were some good signs I really wish the boys would hold the ball a little more - they looked good when they took their time....we were poor with disposal but am proud of the fight and we were a fuckin chance Keep it up boys too many easy goals but I HAVE FAITH Don't care who leads us but [censored] keep working

Good effort from the boys today - but execution and decision making has hurt C'mon boys big final qtr