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Definitely good to see young Ned Moodie as likely to come on to the Casey list. He looked like a solid lad, with good skills and was hard at the footy. Saw him play only three times in 22 but looked like a player.

We are in sync. I thought straight away that would be an amazing honour to Daisy and to all the Demon AFLW B&F winners. The Daisy Pearce Trophy 😁(keep medals for BOG in games like the GF).

Chandler won’t start in best 22. Goody loves Spargo. He’s always one of the first picked. He has 6 possessions and two goal assists per game.

The best part about trying to pick our best 22 is that it is very difficult. Shows our depth across many positions and how competition for places should drive the high performance once again the season.

VAN ROOYEN LOOKS READY FOR ROUND 1.

Strength & Power Coach Melbourne Football Club Melbourne VIC Coaching & Instruction (Sport & Recreation) Full time ABOUT THE CLUB The Melbourne Football Club is the founding Club of the AFL. Our journey started 163 years ago when we wrote the rules of the game and then became the inaugural VFA/VFL/AFL Club and still carries the distinction of being the oldest professional sporting club in the world. Our vision of the future has been shaped by the foundations of our past. A foundation which created the Demon Spirit. ABOUT THE ROLE An exciting and rare opportunity has arisen for a Strength & Power Coach to join our High-Performance Department in 2023. The purpose of this role is to support the development of the physical qualities and athletic competency required to be an elite Melbourne Demons Football player. KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Reporting directly to the Performance Manager, this role will be responsible for developing a strength and power program that gives the Melbourne Football Club’s players the ability to cope with the demands of the game and produce optimal performance. Key areas of responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Direct, manage and drive the implementation of a highly effective, collaborative, and individualised Strength and Power program. Support the Performance Department by being responsible for the physical development of all players in their preparation for the rigours of training and competition including strength and power development, injury prevention and other key physical performance indicator Coach all sessions related to the strength and power development and ensure high level of coaching and face to face delivery is withheld at all times Assist the delivery of rehabilitation and conditioning programs with a particular focus on running mechanics/re-education, acceleration, and agility technique Support the development of applied research within the department and keep up to date with the latest technologies and innovative practices to enhance individual and team performance Identify and mitigate any potential risks within the program(s). COMPETENCIES, QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE & KEY ATTRIBUTES: ASCA Level 1 qualification (minimum) Postgraduate studies in Exercise Sport Science (preferred) Proven experience in a similar role Ability to build rapport and trust with both internal and external stakeholders Self-motivated with a commitment to achieving results Excellent interpersonal communication and presentation skills, time management and planning skills Additional Requirements Be available on match days and other events which may be outside of normal business hours ON OFFER TO YOU This position presents the opportunity to work in a unique environment across both AAMI Park and our newly developed high-performance facility at Casey Fields. We provide a welcoming, safe, and flexible approach to work and provide an environment that benefits from and enables the best from everyone. Our people will thrive within a club that is committed to a creating an environment where we feel proud to belong.

Kozzzy has the elite speed in the forward 50. He need to prioritize to retain him. ⭐️ Hunt is a loss given that he covered a lot of small defenders in 2022 (except when Hibbo took Charlie Cameron). Rivers might have to fill that role more. Bedford looked good when given an opportunity but needed to show more. Baker didn’t play so not missed … he simply was behind Langdon and Brayshaw and not called upon. Jonti Schuback in my view was the best youngster who missed out getting drafted, I’d like to see us either pickup him or add him to Casey Demons roster. He has excellent pace and skill. I have called out that now is the time to look forward to get youngsters with midfield speed and another half back rebounding runner in the 2023 draft.

Wish list in 2023 draft. Pace and pace and run and run. Like to see another quality mid and 2 youngsters with genuine pace as half back/outside runners. Lorenz currently on the top of the 2023 names imv.

Still trying to work out how Max Gawn as Captain and the current All Australian ruckman … is being put as full forward, forward pocket or bench. Grundy comes in but surely he starts on the bench and rotates in. Gawn can rest forward or a spell on the Pune only.

Strong versatile and fast team. Very good recruiting and list management. Got excellent kids through their academy. Blakey Mills Heeney Campbell Gulden. That’s 5 excellent young players. Even playing field? They will be top 4 again in my view.

Absolutely loved reading this on AFL website. A beautiful insight into the mindset of an AFL player, team and club. Libby has herself been a huge addition to the MFC several years ago. Libby - We Love You. A true believer in the people and the community of a footy club.

BIRCH: The moment I knew we were ready to win the flag

Great news. Howes has that class and composure needed. Hoping he can get his body ready and his attitude ready for AFL intensity.

Agree. White and Munro were huge through the whole year. Grey played excellent footy when given the opportunity.

Thanks @Whispering_Jack Shame to see a local lad like Ellison move to Williamstown. Casey has been very good at uplifting local talent and giving them an opportunity. I would like to see young Roan Steele develop more in 2023. Hope Casey retains him. Ryan Valentine, Tommy McRae and Myles Shepherd all took their opportunities and would be welcomed back. Luca Goonan also one kid who I thought showed some talent as a inside mid type. From the 2022 under 18s group, undrafted duo Luke Bailey from Stingrays and Jonti Schuback from Gippsland look the most likely youngsters now available to come into the program.

Port will be top 8 and in the battle for top 4 in my view.

Current All Australian ruckman demoted to the bench. No way. Gawn will start in my view.

https://www.williamstownfc.com.au/10-latest-news/2647-corey-ellison-joins-williamstown Ouch. He showed ability as a forward and defender for Casey. Obviously thought he will get more guaranteed games and game time , plus more dollars down at Willy. I thought Eliison might have nearly earned a late rookie position with the Dees or another club in the latest draft. Also read that Matt Buntine off to Caulfield Grammarians (Old Boys) in VAFA in 2023. Last years main Casey players were Munro, White, Ellison, Buntine, Grey, Bell, and Steele, whilst cameo appearances for youngsters like Baldi, Milford, Quigley, Josh Smith and Valentine. Really hope Steele stays as he showed plenty of skill and determination and could be a future rookie. With coach Corrigan give to the Cats, new coach Whitford might need to add 6-7 new faces to the Casey VFL 14 squad.

Key back: May, Petty ( Tomlinson, Adams) Tall back: Lever (Turner, J Smith) Small/Med backs: Hibberd, Salem, Rivers, Bowey (D.Smith, Mcvee) 13 Rucks: Gawn, Grundy (Verrall, Farris-White ) 4 Inside Mids: Oliver, Petracca, Viney, Harmes, Brayshaw, Sparrow (Jordon, Dunstan) Outside Mids: Langdon, Hunter (Woey jnr) 11 Key fwd: McDonald, Brown (JVR, Schache, Jefferson ) Medium fwd: Fritsch (Melksham, Howes, Sestan) Small fwd: Pickett, Spargo, ANB (Chandler, Laurie, AMW) 15 Current squad 43.

Yes that’s a soft start. Wish we had that !!! 5 games to start v teams outside 2022 finals

The Good: two games v hawks & Kangas The moneymakers: rd 6 vs Richmond (Anzac Eve) Rd 12 vs Carlton (Friday Night) Rd 13 vs Collingwood (King’s Birthday) The Bad: Rd 15 v cats at PussyPark on a Thursday night again. Ffs

Love that we are back to Alice Springs. Very supportive of the I’ve been to Darwin twice back a few years ago and enjoyed it. Hopefully I can get time to get to the Alice game in the next year or so.

Love it. We have Daisy as one of the legends. Plus Kate Hore. MFC AFLW B&F winner 2022. I love how she plays. Attacks the footy. Loves a goal. Tackles like it’s personal.

From todays announcement, got 5/8 for the new players. If only I’d seen Hunter in 12 as you had noted it’s be 6/8. Great to see JVR get #2. I’m sure Stephen May #1 will get into JVRs ear about what defenders try to do. What a better mentor could you wish for.

It’s a sign that the club really really really see JVR as part of the future. And want him to stay no matter what the two western Australian teams throw at him in years to come !!