spirit of norm smith

He’s a gun. An elite player. One of the Dees greats. He kicked the most sensational goal in the ‘21 Grand Final. But … he sometimes gets the yips and misses the easy ones. I recall he recently said he was working on it but as yet, not quite finding the solutions.

Missing Salem, Viney & Harmes from best 22. Melksham, Dunstan & Jordon as depth. Though Jordon had shown he is more than capable and having another good year.

Agree JVR is very strong 1-1 for a young kid but also has second efforts so I suppose he’s like Weitering. But as a forward, he’s very good because he’s very smart and presents well. The other week, he held off his defender and protected to drop zone before diving forward to take a chest mark and goaled. Showed very good footy awareness. Could play Key back or key forward imv.

We’ve already got Werridee selling his house !! No need to do anything crazy !!

Yes assume Bedford is next in line if Harmes is out. Bedford shouldn’t be medi sub for a while. I think it was about 5-6 weeks of medi sub within a run!!!

That’s the plan.

Agree. One bloke had intent to hit a player in the head with his full body. The other was an accidental tackle that was at full pace. Chandler - 1 week. Ryan - 2 or 3 weeks is fairer outcome imv.

We are the undefeated reigning premiers. Anyone. Anywhere. Bring it on. also got Kangas. Pies twice. Power. & Crows in Adelaide.

Agree. It was a joke. Sums up this stupid “stand” rule.

If Harmes out… Bailey Laurie to debut. If Chandler suspended… Melksham as medi sub.

Chandler - unduly rough play. Probably gets a fine but depends on Foley. Assume he’ll miss with concussion next week. Chandler was unlucky but had to try to turn Foley not jump and ride him into the ground with both arms pinned

6. Jack Viney 5. Kysaiah Kropinyeri-Pickett 4. Angus Brayshaw 3. Christian Petracca 2. Tom McDonald 1. Steven May

Jordan Lewis says it best … “They did what they needed to do”.

Yes definitely best game for a while imv

Ugly. Not sure we are as hungry as last year. Need to win by 12 goals plus !!!!!

Turnovers. Lever. Oliver. Tmcd. Classic 2019 !!!

Agree they have been one of those arrogant clubs and supporters who really destroyed us on occasions. Plenty of arrogant Eagles fans to now put back in their place. Let’s start with today. Go Dees

JVR very impressive. Good mark and his 2nd efforts were very good. His contest and tackle to get the holding the ball in the 3rd quarter showed his potential. Sometimes it’s how you play without the ball that shows your ability. I think he will be managed at Casey this year but is definitely ready to step up if we need him. Woey jnr also showed his run and composure with the footy. Bailey Laurie is a small forward (creative half forward) in my view and today showed his ability. A goal from 55 and another smart snap showed his love for a goal. Probably shapes as a backup to Spargo at this stage. But he again is another player who could step up to AFL level if required.

3Qtr time. Casey 20.17.137. Kangas 7.4.46 Weideman 6 JVR 5 … both showing they are too good for VFL. Admittedly Kangas defenders look undersized. Woewodin is impressive. Good run and uses the ball very well. Daw dominated the ruck. Youngster VFL listed Bell also showing good agility and backup. Mitch White and Munro as usual are playing good games

Definitely see 2 travelling emergencies so I think Bell and Steele will play. unlucky that Moniz-Wakefield got concussion as he was showing good form over the last few weeks.

Great insights. Choco is a key man in our club. He is developing young players and next level leaders. I think he’s work with Kozzy , Riv and LJ is a huge plus.

Tipping Dees by 30 points. Play about 17 minutes of decent footy and then jog the rest.

Gus is a key part of our club and played a huge part in our premiership. He’s got great mates at the footy club and a definite profile in and outside the club. The joy last week when he kicked the goal was an example that he enjoys his footy and enjoys being at the Demons. I’m optimistic once the CBA gets worked through that Gus and Jacko will sign on.

I met Neale over 20 years ago at a club function at the G. He spoke to the guests and had such passion for the club, the players and us as supporters. Brings a tear to my eyes to see him without a voice. Bec will play on and be his voice. Bec is strong like her Dad. This campaign to fight MND is making a difference. Neale is a hero and the FightMND legacy will continue. We must all support this.

Yes agree AFL would want Clarkson and offer $$$ to get him. GWS team is still pretty good with the midfield being strong imv (Kelly, Ward, Taranto, Hopper, Coniglio, Green ) and youngsters like Ash and Callaghan look great prospects. Loss of Jeremy Cameron is a big gap and their key forwards of Hogan and Himmelberg are below par.