spirit of norm smith

Hoping for : Rd 9 Kangas v Dees at Gabba (Sunday afternoon 3/35) Rd 10 Dees v Bulldogs at Metricon (Sunday early 12/35) Rd 11 Dees v Pies at Gabba (Friday night 7/50) Rd 3 catchup Bombers v Dees (Wed night 7/35) at Gabba Rd 12 Saints v Dees at Metricon ( Tuesday night 7/35) Rd 13 Dees v Dockers at Alice Springs (Sunday twilight 4/35) Rd 14 Swans v Dees at SCG (Saturday twilight 5pm) Rd 15 Dees v Giants at Gabba (Saturday early 2pm) Rd 16 Crows v Dees at AO (Saturday early 2pm) Rd 17 Dees v Power at Gabba ( A Friday night top 4 clash - after Dees win last 7 games to go 11-5 leading into the final round) ???? thanks be to the Gillon mcburger !!

Nailed it !

Yes agree with point 1. We do always seem to find ways to give up soft goals.

Yes he showed real class and potential but just couldn’t elevate his skill and pace around the footy. Disappointing. He was injured with Roos last year and calf injury this year. They are getting as much value from Tyson as we are getting from Preuss.

Dees need to bring the same attitude as last week. And smarter decisions going into forward 50. Interesting to see Jackson. Project player this year imo. Not sure he’s a key forward but certainly he is an athlete.

Yes very compromised draft. If the Dees get picks in 30 and 40s then still some value. Was hoping Dumesny might fly under the radar but playing excellent senior footy and very good composure with the footy

Cal Twomey has given his top 25. About 8 are already claimed under the zone, NGA or father son. There’s another 20 that I’d rate highly so maybe there’s a diamond or two for the Dees. I think clubs will face reduced lists so maybe 2-3 picks only for most clubs.

Pick 6 traded to Suns for May, kk and Bennell. I’d through in the curve ball. May got Bennell yo the Dees. Let’s evaluate the trade including HB joining us. Sure Ben King has massive potential but I’ll wait a bit longer for the final judgement on this trade.

Yes Brown was the spare wheel. Now he must be feeling like a blown out tyre !!! The 2 key forwards worked well. I’m hoping Tomlinson gets a crack at CHF.

Thanks. Queensland thread will be “warmly received” ?????

Brown??

Highly unlikely!!

Yes likely to min 6 weeks in QLD. Any indication of location? Assume Gold Coast given scale of resorts and availability.

Tmcd out as a precaution imo. He’d play if it was a final or GF. Probably good to be cautious especially with block of games coming up.

Agree 100%. Mitch Brown must come in this week. Play as mobile CHF. Actually be handy given Hawks use Sicily as CHB and rebound defender. Need to make him accountable.

Let me just echo this post.

Dees hopeful of getting a game at Alice Springs. Makes sense. Got to still support the AFL NT development. Perhaps play the Dockers there. Makes sense. Avoids a trip to WA entirely as we already played the Eagles. Not too far for the Dockers either. Win win.

I’m thinking we play the finals in Auckland. It might be the only safe haven come late October.

Need accomodation for 100 people. Have to accommodate some families. Imo Gold Coast is more likely setup.

Had to happen. It’s good news. QLD - Gold Coast is best outcome and safer for now. ??? Winter escape. 21-22c most days on the GC. Beautiful. Good for the much needed skill sessions.

Leave Kozzzzzzzy in. Exciting. Sure a little raw but I love his energy. And his highlight pass to Bennell showed his skill and awareness.

AFL site says possibly Tomlinson in for Lockhart. Not for me. It’s a no change response likely.

I’d recommend the Meriton Suites At Broadbeach. It’s excellent apartment style accomodation. Not the hotel one room setup. It’s only 5-10 minutes Bus trip to Metricon stadium. Good local shops and cafes. Woolies within 5 minutes walk. Close to the beach. Pacific Harbour shops close. Definitely not stay in Surfers. Too much trouble there. The only issue is proximity to the casino. Don’t want to tempt young blokes with $$$ RACV Royal Pines Resort is other option. It’s big and players can keep busy with 18 holes of golf on any of the courses. But it’s away from anything else. Perhaps that suits if you have to do the Q-tine thing

I was there in 1988 and 2000. Still trying to forget it!! Had quite a few beers before, during and after but the nightmare lives on!!!!

Grand Final at the Gabba. 45000 puzzled spectators !!!