Great Sage

My take is that external review and some player discontent combined with doubts whether Clarry will get back to his best and/or be value for money, means that we are open to option of moving him on. Stumbling block is that we cannot afford to give him away for nothing. Our current stance with Cats is to come back with a deal that is mutually beneficial and that we can sell (to members and public) or there will be no trade. Clarry is my all time favourite player, but there is little doubt that his behaviour and how the club has dealt with it has been a contributor to our lack of a second premiership. You need most things going right to win a premiership and this has definitely been going wrong. FWIW I think that Clarry will be all Australian again, but whether it's in 2 years or 4 years I'm not sure. He needs to grow up and the jolt of a new club may help. Hogan is a great example of this. We need him based on current form, but he would not have been any help for the previous 4 years.

I too called for changes to game plan after last year, but trust that the coaches are in a better position than me to make a decision. One analogy to consider is those who look to improve their golf handicap by changing their swing. Generally at first you hit the odd better shot but are more inconsistent and therefore your handicap struggles. The strong temptation is to revert to what you know. Golf coach will always say stick with the change as those that do, more often than not, end up a better player with a better handicap. Different sport I know, but I think many are talking about reverting to the old way before we have actually nailed the changes given at no stage has Goodwin said we are playing the way we want to.

Loved it. Thanks for the share.

Great observation and surprised/not surprised that media have not run with this. It’s also subtle messaging to AFL ahead of any additional findings findings in Smith investigation.

Not saying it will happen, but on SEN today Dermie suggested trying Tomlinson forward. He was part time coach at GWS when Tommo played there.

They just make stuff up. I was at the game and May gave Melky a big hug at the end of the game.

Absolutely love the Deebrief Pods each week. Well worth a listen.

Form to determine selection. Flag Kossie to re-sign JVR to play 15+ games

Clearly we multiple options for a variety of positions next year. A great place to be. Injuries will often dictate options but I'm hoping we return to form being the deciding factor for selection each week. It's why Bowie kept his spot after Hunt recovered and Jones didn't play in the finals despite many of us wanting him to in 21. It will ensure pressure for spots which ultimately makes us a better team.

I would appreciate if anyone knows the answer to this question. I am prepared to confirm if May is there as payment 😜

In 2021 I remember reading and club interview that he was one of our best at spreading to make position. An important attribute for momentum and maintaining possession.

My thoughts BB in for Weids (JVR only if BB doesn't come up). Harmes in as sub. Also think Brayshaw stays as mid for rest of year if he plays to same level as last week. Our midfield becomes stronger and it allows for Hunt or Bowie to stay in the team. Harmes becomes regular sub or replacement for Melk should his form drop.

It's well done.

I couldn't get any tickets with membership 2 days ago. Was able to get 3 together tonight. I would say they have opened up unused AFL and general admission.

First one I have listened to. Love your work.