old dee

19 minutes ago, picket fence said:

If you go over his games at Casey, quite a few were excellent! The problem last year was a bad hand injury and when fit was rushed straight back in without any form. RESULT got dropped and this was on Goodwin. Then when he did show some form Goodwin Refused to play him in meaningless games at the end of the season. I'm sure a new coach can bring tge best out of him!

I hope you are right.

2 minutes ago, Leopold Bloom said:

I tend to agree but there’s a subtle difference between a player having mongrel and having the body size, confidence and experience to bring out the mongrel in him. To some, that aggressive nature comes naturally while to others, it never happens. Most players are somewhere in the middle and it might take a little time to come out. We haven’t seen it in Jeffo yet but I hope that light globe goes on and he finds that bit of mongrel in himself.

I honestly think he lacks the talent for the top level. He has rarely if ever dominated a game at VFL level. He has some had some good games but nothing that screams I should be in the seniors. His few games at the top level have been a couple of marks and a goal or two but seems to go missing for parts of the game. A friend said to me last year he looks the figure in those blow up people you see at car yards that are all arms and body flying about. Sadly I was struggling up disagree.

2 hours ago, daisycutter said:

i think we are aware, od

sometimes i wonder why we bother having a standard set of home and away jumpers, when we have so many games played in one-off non-standard jumpers

Exactly, our std jumper is worn so little these days I often wonder if young generations would even know which one it is.

16 hours ago, Ghostwriter said:

Gosch’s: Monday, Wednesday and Friday next week.

10am - midday (11:30 on Weds)

Thank you.

17 hours ago, Demonland said:

Laurie: Bill is a fascinating case. He excels at VFL level and looks impressive on the training track, yet he has had very few chances to show what he can do at senior level. This preseason he is being used as a forward, but for mine there are several small forwards who appear to be ahead of him, including Thomas Matthews, who is still in rehab. It feels like a last roll of the dice for him, and he needs to make the most of any opportunity he gets.

Bowey: Always a smooth operator with the ball in hand. Seeing him on crutches and in a moon boot at training today was a real blow. Hopefully it is nothing too serious and he is back tearing up the track after Christmas. He is very important to the team and I am keen to see how he is used under King and the new game plan.

Melksham: A consummate professional on the training track. He and TMac set the gold standard for preseason training standards. It will be interesting to see where he fits in the new-look Dees forward line, but he will give absolutely everything. He was jogging laps today on a limited program for some reason, and hopefully it is only load management and not some other niggle.

Taylor: Tough nut that reads the ball really well in the air. Has been a bit hit and miss with his disposal at times but I just love that from Day 1 at training he had the balls to not play it safe and to take the game on. As a consequence he bit more off than he could chew and was either caught or put under pressure. I have a feeling he will work his way into Rivers role in defence allowing Trent to play more midfield time.

Matthews: Recovering from a PCL and has been in rehab. I like the highlights I have seen and the fact that he is described as leader. Can't wait to see him in action.

Jefferson: Another interesting case. He will surely need to prove himself at Casey if he wants to break into the senior side. I would love to see a bit more mongrel from him both at training and on game day. He has clean hands and is an accurate kick for goal.Likely the last roll of the dice for him too this season. Luker Kentfield is breathing down his neck.

Howes: Blake is another player I barely notice on the training track, but whenever I do, his disposal is always clean. I am keen to see where King views his best position.

McAdam: Disappointing to see such a talented player still in rehab and likely to miss another preseason block. Achilles injuries are cruel and take a long time to mend. He is another who will need to make the most of his opportunity once his body is right.

Rivers: Given the changes to our midfield over the offseason Rivers must grab this opportunity to make the position his own.

McDonald: Like Lever, TMac is one of the first on and last off the track. A consummate professional. He deserves a place in the best 23, but there are so many tall defenders competing for only a few spots. The Key Defender position might be one of the most interesting positions to watch this season.

Adams: Another player I do not notice much of on the training track. Clean hands and neat disposal I think the true test for Jed will be on the field. Will no doubt start at Casey but must take the opportunity with both hands if given a crack at some point in the year like Petty did in 2021.

Heath: A big body and very athletic for his size. Has an excellent pair of hands and clean disposal for a guy his size. Has a nice accurate shot on goal. Not sure what his tank is like and hopefully he can learn a thing or two from Max. I hope that he gets an opportunity at some point this season particularly given the 5 man bench.

Mihocek: I was very happy to trade in Brody. He is just what the Doctor ordered for our forward line. Will provide a nice foil for JVR and will work very well with Fritta. Leads at the ball well. Excellent hands. Very accurate kick on goal.

Campbell: Break glass in case of Emergency.

Sharp: Haven't seen much of him on the track. Runs all day. Does some nice things. Can find the goals. Will be in and out of the team. Good role player.

Fritsch: Fritta looks like a new man this season. I can't quite put my finger on it. Was impressed that he was back almost from Day 1 even when he wasn't required. At the early sessions when most positions weren't back yet and we lacked defenders he was training further up the ground. Now with almost a full squad he is back to the forward line out bodying bigger opponents, taking grabs and kicking snags. Fellow trackwatchers were gobsmacked at the amount of times he was unselfish and dished off the ball when he could have had a shot. He even handballed. Perhaps the message has been received.

Sparrow: Nothing much new to report regarding Spaz. Gets a lot of the footy. Playing in the middle. Wouldn't mind him pushing forward a little bit.

Latrelle Pickett: Love everything I have seen from Trelly. Classy user of the ball, can sell candy, has pace and can work his way up and down the ground. It is a thing of beauty to watch the two Picketts combine. It will set the G on fire.

White: Tall, skinny and athletic. Has a nice pair of hand and a nice leap. I haven't seen much of him but he will take time to develop. A year in the gym will do him the world of good as will learning at the feet of one of the greatest rucks in history as well as the two other big body rucks. I expect that he will cut his teeth in the forward line at Casey.

Petty: Much to the relief of a lot of Demonlanders Petty is back training with the Defenders. He reads the ball so well in the air and has a very clean pair of hands. Having an uninterrupted preseason will be a blessing for him too.

Kozzy: Absolutely sublime. Lock him in as a full time midfielder. He is electric on the training track. You could sell tickets just to watch him practice. Not much more to say about him. Star.

Chandler: Have seen Kade's leadership qualities blossom this preseason. Expect him to play the high half forward role this season.

TO BE CONTINUED ....

After a long time watcher of AFL football I have never seen players develop "mongrel" you either have it or you don't. Jefferson will continue to play the way he has in the past. Another who will be looking for a new home in 2026.

16 hours ago, picket fence said:

Won't make it!

Agree 100% pf. An example of how good under age players are found out when they are playing at the top level. With the players we have recruited this year he will find it hard to get a spot in the seniors. Will be looking for a trade at the end of 2026.

On 05/12/2025 at 08:51, Ghostwriter said:

We all know I’ll find out next week’s session deets. 😃

Great I have a plan to go next Monday.

19 hours ago, daisycutter said:

we don't have a white clash jumper. our official clash jumper is the royal blue in place of navy blue jumper.

works fine against the druggies.

A point people are missing is that this another jumper change to sell more product. After that I cannot see many of these designs selling well they are just poor.

5 hours ago, Gorgoroth said:

Me looking at all three of those abominations.

You are not alone.

I just tried to vote, having filled in all the required info it simply rejected my vote. Hmm

Just now, beelzebub said:

For old timers like me it saddens to see Jag go to the bin. Fav car company is Lotus... but I'm not a fan these days. Still innovative...still clever, not sure Chapman would approve.

When I was younger the machine to aspire to was an E type Jaguar. Now that is a while ago but they are sure not even on a younger person's mind.

2 minutes ago, beelzebub said:

Well... I've be sent to Coventry enough times maybe I'll just call in 😉

There is nothing happening there bb. They are still waiting to told what to make.

1 minute ago, old dee said:

  52 minutes ago, beelzebub said:

Are least they f'd off the [censored] who created the mess.

Sorry BB I seem to have got my comment in the wrong place.

On 29/11/2025 at 14:53, ElDiablo14 said:

Jaguar is a dying brand.

Spot on, of late they have managed to delete all ice models and have none of the new EV models to sell. Nothing to sell for nearly 11 months. They are a great company.

13 minutes ago, beelzebub said:

Here's an idea...

Yes it is seldom seen these days.

4 hours ago, Diamond_Jim said:

To make this even have a chance of stacking up visiting fans will need to be encouraged to stay a week and spend accordingly.

Hobart is a beautiful town and has some stunning day trips.

My issue has always been planes. To get only 5k fans from the mainland you need 25 empty flights there and another 25 back. Those flights simply do not exist and airlines have no spare capacity these days.

Perhaps the AFL could buy a cruise ship or two.

DJ this ground could easily become the next Geelong stadium numbers wise. There could be only a couple thousand seats left for visitors. Then you only need half a dozen planes.

This 19 team fixture is going to be a night mare. As far as I can see the result will be 5 teams instead 4 at the bottom of the ladder who have no hope of playing finals. It also means another 40 players who are not good enough at present will suddenly become first tier quality. There are going to be some poor quality games.

On 21/11/2025 at 05:28, dazzledavey36 said:

JVR, Jefferson, Mihocek, Johnson, Kentfield, White, Heath, Melksham, Fritsch.

How many more tall forwards do you want?

One that is actually good at their craft. For me the big hope is Kentfield. The others are nearing the end or never will be's.

29 minutes ago, biggestred said:

None of these cos theyre no good

A man of obvious taste and breeding biggie.

14 minutes ago, titan_uranus said:

I only like the second one, of the three.

The club's major shift of late in relation to social media, communication and engagement with the fans is a major improvement. I love that they're asking us to vote on the Gather Round guernsey (because it's otherwise totally meaningless - I doubt we'll be asked for input on the ANZAC or SDN guernseys).

It's a shame, though, that the designs aren't great.

Shame is a bit mild tu. I think they are terrible.

11 minutes ago, roy11 said:

Not wild on any of them..

Would have liked a white option for some real variety, especially as we're playing a team in red/black

You are not alone.

1 hour ago, Demonstone said:

I sincerely hope it's not the third one, 'Melbourne In Motion'. It's dreadful.

I think they are all poor, it's voting for the least disappointing.

3 hours ago, Redleg said:

When you are getting to the end of your AFL career, it is vital to be as fit as possible, to help avoid some injuries and give you every chance in contests etc.

Old and unfit gives you no chance.

Agree Mr Leg but I still think they are great examples of getting every last drop out of their careers.

6 hours ago, Diamond_Jim said:

The North/South divide is electoral dynamite in Tasmania.

You would think that they would want to play 11 games at the Taj Mahal.

This means buying in extra games for Devonport. I can see North v Devils being played in Tasmania. Similar for some other teams even dare I suggest.... us.

Then again where does the Tassie gov't find the money??

For many years I went down to Tassie for work and I got to know the Aussie rules situation. The divide between the North and South is the classic “them and Us”. Back in the early eighties they tried to have a play off between the North and South Premiers. First problem was neither league would agree to hold the meeting in the others area. South would not go north and vice versa. A couple of years later they meet at midlands, as the name suggests it is approx half between the North and south. It still didn’t achieve the desired result . One item which I believe neither league would agree to was where would they play the first game. Now a lot of water has flown under the bridge since then but there would still an element of that now. I had customers in the North that had never been to Hobart. Why go there would rather fly to Melbourne! It’s a strange place. I have an affection for it, it’s one of the best holiday destinations in Australia. In a lot of ways it reminds me of England.

5 hours ago, Redleg said:

"Player profiles are updated by Champion Data and the AFL and cannot be edited by the Melbourne Football Club. 2026 Player Profiles will be available following the 2025 AFL Draft."

This is written on the top of the Player Page.

Its not our job or fault.

I have noticed in past years it seldom gets done this side of Christmas. It’s just another example of the AFL’s poor treatment of the people who make the game possible.