Robbie57

Two years signals to me he thinks his stocks will rise which is only a good thing for us. Very good news.

As noted elsewhere we may be sanctioned for playing an extra man (Tom Morris) so it seems he will be omitted for this round. Apart from that forced change I have no idea on changes. I found it interesting on Fox the panel were talking about everything that Melbourne does off the ball (and you dont see on screen) as being critical to our plan. I think we slightly suffered forward for not having TMac there (although Bb was epic) so apart from changes down back we may need to think about that. It will be fascinating to see how the coaches see it.

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As a journalist he was just doing his job and it was merely about a selection. It was an amazing and in my view unjustified attack. ..

From the get go we lacked system especially in the back half, if we want to be able to interchange our usual back 6 for the Casey back 6 the latter needs to learn the system and to be cohesive. It was a mistake putting Gus there in the hope he would play the Salam role. We did not work hard enough going back when the blues were flooding. Where was our discipline?Max will be filthy with himself and justifiably others. Get the ball back and no dissent. Its not just about the umpiring if we are disciplined it spills into our other systems. Poor kicking (yes Trac) and decision making (Spargo) in the front half cost us early goals. I think a chat at Sorrento pub is required.

Is my recollection correct that after the game he made comment about the sickness in the group, noting of course it wasn't an excuse. Anyway we should move on except for one matter, his assertion Selwood is the best captain in the competition. He fairly admits he is biased but is totally wrong and slights a great leader and captain. Max clearly is the best captain, by a country mile. Why? He has led a team out of the wilderness having committed to doing so. Anyone who saw his performance in the last game of the season against Geelong and the prelim could not doubt his on-field qualities but its his off-field actions that really make him a great leader. His leadership under adversity and against the weight of history is far more telling than individual efforts in games.

Some might say to kick 3 goals within a minute is a fluke but to do it twice in the same quarter is genius. Significant family events aside possibly the best 2 minutes of our collective lives. Quite possibly tThe best ten minutes of football I have ever seen and i did watch Gawny in the PF. Consistent with years of training I couldn't call the game until the last 2 minutes but the last half of the 4th was a surreal experience. I only wish i had more alternate commentaries to listen to over and over.

Contacted the club and they said no plans but would raise it with the events team. Really quick response, well done to the team there.

Will anyone from interstate be allowed with the new variant on the scene? Is there any chance the club will live stream the event?

Whats the fuss about 57?

We would take good care of it here in Sydney. I think the club is doing a great job by not being precious about the cup and letting supporters see it given most couldnt get to the game.

Congratulations to Jess and Max, what a wonderful time for you both and so much to look forward to with George in your family. Enjoy!

I dont like it with my main beef being the advantage it gives to the person taking a set shot especially from about 55 as that is my view unfair.

Ah the mystery of pick 17. I doubt we are simply hoping someone will drop down the order. I assume we think there is someone a bit lower that we rate as a good prospect.

I like what they did with 31, just give it to a player no expectations. That seemed to work out well this year.

Raises lots of interesting questions, mine is how can you win the Brownlow and only rate at 6? (Still i still wonder how Tulip never won it.)

Fantastic.

There is a group on facebook where kind WA people are listing the badges they have its called: MFC Member badges brought home.

As has already been said this is a fabulous thread that reconnects with those wonderful (but incredibly short) periods in the GF that contributed to the ultimate prize. The joy in the descriptions of each goal is palpable. Fritta, Clarry, Trac, Gus, Lingers.... I just stop to think what a list of options. I am not going to pick one until I have watched them all again. Ps: Last night I was watching part of the PF and my partner said it still doesn't feel real given how we won those games. I cant wait for lock downs to end so i can to have my fellow dees over for a footy marathon.

Often find myself agreeing with Dazzle and I agree this a good pick up. Like Brown he will know he has to win a place in the team and i wouldn't be surprised if that doesn't happen for some time into the season when he has proved he knows our system and expectations. I am not worried that our coaching team wont make the right choices. What is really encouraging is if we go a man down we have it covered. Mid down, Dunstan/JJ in. Big back down, Tomlinson in. Big forward down, Weid in. Not bad choices to have. Its the first time as a supporter I remember us having real depth.

Three peat is on: Minor premiers, Premiers and trade premiers.

this will get very interesting

Thanks I missed that.

Ok so this is a segue into the burning question who is going to be our high performance manager? I want us to be the fittest and least injured team in the league.

Congratulations Nev, sad to see you leave the Dees but you will always be welcome at the club. Sad we couldn't find a role for you.