Moonshadow

True, but some drugs are far more addictive than alcohol. However, not trying to diminish the damage alcohol has done to many in society

Unless you are a football insider, it's impossible to say it was "fine" for 43. You don't think Watts partied with teammates when at MFC? I'm happy with the culture driven push the club now has. I'm not confident it was like that in the past, but I don't know any inside intel.

Might have to sneak in a hip flask, Bitters??

More technology that will only make human judgements harder to understand

Luce, none of us really know what it is like inside the MFC or AFL bubble (except Saty), so it's quite possible we share some responsibility for Hogan's current situation. I actually respect Niall's journalism and know he's well connected. He didn't claim our environment caused the problems, he wrote "if", which means that it's possible, which it is. Arguably, the same could be said for Liam Jurrah, who supposedly didn't drink before he came to our footy club. The AFL industry is littered with unfulfilled talent. The stiffs here will shout "personal responsibility!", but I've known a couple of AFL/VFL players in the past who got scant support from their club or the industry. The point of the article is that Freo has a major problem recruiting star players with issues outside of football, and there is a reason we were prepared to trade a player of Hogan's rare quality. That's a fair call.

He started in red, blue and yellow

Felt oddly weird seeing Pert in demons colours

Think they may do something to show respect re the killings in NZ. A number of other sporting codes have had min silence or black arm bands or similar

And win a Norm Smith.....

Resurrected again. After all, it's nearly Easter...

If you think swapping clubs is the reason for Hogan having anxiety, then you really have no idea about mental health.

Agreed. A number of years ago people would've laughed at the thought of Gawn in a leadership position. Remember the $cully China yawn?

Cyril Rioli?? Hunt would be faster than Cyril Rioli in a straight line, but the rest of your sentence is not accurate. Cyril is quicker on the turn, has an amazing side step, reads the play faster than Hunt and is a much better kick, particularly under pressure. Cyril has the runs on the board over a longer career and under much bigger games too.

You should get a job above Jason Taylor, you're such an astute judge of talent

So he's primed for the start of the season. ?

It's a reference to My Little Pony. At the time we played like kids.

30k bought by Bruce Matheson

I've ordered one for you, Uncle. I'll tell them not to use a wool/polyester blended yarn

Lucky for you they're also absorbent

In readiness for the new season and some cold afternoons at the G, I've put an order in to the local CWA for a red and blue pair of these. Anyone else interested? Might be cheaper for a bulk order

Something to aspire to. Disagree with the killjoys. Show a little excitement for just a moment before R1 I don't have a problem with it at all.

Demonland after the appeal

Well said, Cam Pedersen. Saw him numerous times chatting to fans in the stands before games or when not playing. He'll make a fine teacher.

That Berry didn't play out the game will not work in May's favour. His lack of awareness has zilch to do with May getting off. The bump was intended, got him flush on the jaw. His body moved towards Berry. Could've stepped away or got him lower. Duty of care is on May. FFS, it's a practice game, there was no need for it.

Hope he wouldn't, but I'd wish him well if he did. Certainly wouldn't begrudge him another opportunity elsewhere