Diamond_Jim

they are (quite properly) prioritising the aflw which takes up a lot of funds. The mission statement of the vfl (although never published) is to provide a fitness and development environment for unselected AFL listed players. I doubt that the concept of a competition or attracting members of the public to the games even rates a mention. Years ago I wondered why they didn't do more to attract supporters and it hit me that if you get above a certain number say 2000 attending you need more toilets more groundstaff etc. it's a great day at a suburban ground with a chair on the grass and seeing the players in an informal environment. Not to mention the multiple kick to kick sessions at the quarter time breaks

yes I was surprised when I first read that a couple of years ago. I suspect it's the same in most jurisdictions in Australia. It would be interesting to see how NZ handles it as they have had a no fault injury compensation scheme for fifty years or more

do you think the concussion rules are about protecting the players. Yes to some extent but really it's about protecting the AFL and clubs from liability. Insurance is a different kettle in that it's all about pricing of risk. Going forward insurers can if they wish simply exclude concussion related injuries from cover. AFL players are already excluded from workcover. All that to one side Gus had a policy with cover and it certainly looks like he should be paid

certainly doesn't make for team cohesion when as a Casey player you know that no matter how well you play you can be dropped for a returning AFL player and of course you rarely train as a team. But it is the modern world and if anything I suspect they will look for more cost cutting measures rather than improve the comp Simply playing on inner city grounds would make me happy

ok we lost but was the food any good

the west has learnt to charge since all those trendies invaded

With Kentfield putting up his hand in a few weeks time it might be hard for Heath to get a run. Like many I thought he would have at least been an emergency and on the flight to Perth. King surprised many by giving Petty a few centre bounces and JVR took a few forward. I suspect we will see an amalgam second ruck made up of these two and Kentfield.

Wow What a combination Pair it with a sarsaparilla or blue heaven flavoured milkshake and you've got me

With Heath staying in Melbourne (according to our number 1 Training reporter) that solves the ruck problem.

Eric Mangini (born 1971) ?? Edit " Too slow by three posts but love an internet hunt" He's reasonably high up in the system based on his bio

Agree If you watch from say the five minute to fifteen minute mark of the last quarter of our game on Sunday the Saints were in almost constant attack from our half forward line. It was majorly different from the old repeat entries from say 60 metres out into a packed forward fifty. You simply have to rebound effectively and take your chances.

Best for us is notionally accepting that we might finish ninth or tenth and snare a wild card spot. On that basis you want to get a break on the bottom eight teams whoever they might be. We know that Richmond and the Eagles will be bottom eight but which other teams make up that group. Essendon yes North (probably) Port (probably). As for the rest ??????????

The Trust will not act without the acceptance of the MRC. The racing club is the reason why the Trust exists

The MRC are the major tenant but the course is owned by a trust controlled by the State Gov't. If the State Gov't wants us out of Yarra Park (Gosch's) the theory is that they will pressure the Trust to in turn pressure the MRC to give us a tenancy. Will it happen? Who knows but one has the feeling that the MRC has a long list of demands

I expect they would take Heath to Perth if only as an emergency. If so the Casey (AFL) ruck cupboard will be bare. I wonder who we will use

As this is Round 1 of the official VFL season it will be on the AFL website. Enjoy because IIRC we have a bye in week 2. They will probably take two or three emergencies to Perth which won't help.

Please tell me it isn't so.... Definitely need a four lane tunnel not to mention the retractable helipad. We haven't even mentioned the drone lighting that will overcome the need for light towers

From the match report on the Casey practice game. Sounds like Melksham is a few weeks off... Both Henderson and Melksham completed a half each as part of their load management. https://www.melbournefc.com.au/news/1972973/vfl-report-dees-dominate-in-final-practice-match

Oscar's car won't start but Fritta goals so the day is saved

Always knew he was good !!!!

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5 goals 2 this quarter You have to love accuracy

Let's get the next couple Go Dees

Can't see us piling on the three or four goals needed to break the game open. Hope I'm wrong but the defensive work is not there

no such luck ..........