View Full Version : 11. Damien Peverill
donsman4eva
22 Jul 2007, 00:36
Top game Pev. Keep up the good stuff. And dont listen to your knockers, they are just jealous of your good looks :rolleyes:
Top game Pev. Keep up the good stuff. And dont listen to your knockers, they are just jealous of your good looks :rolleyes:
Yep top stuff Pev. You go ahead and continue to find the opposition when you are kicking it out of defence. Dont worry about the 2 or 3 goals a game we give up by doing it.
Pev tries hard. He runs hard. But that simply isnt enugh. Yes he will finish as one of our better midfileders this year but that is the problem. Our best midfielders shouldnt be someone of Pevs quality.
donsman4eva
22 Jul 2007, 13:22
Well you cant knock him then if you agree he is one of our best midfielders. As you say he always tries his heart out. Yes he makes some bad disposal errors but he isnt the only one. Credit where credit is due.
bomberstomake8
22 Jul 2007, 14:23
Well you cant knock him then if you agree he is one of our best midfielders. As you say he always tries his heart out. Yes he makes some bad disposal errors but he isnt the only one. Credit where credit is due.
probably our best midfeilder over the last month but even with that form he wouldnt get a game in many other midfeilds..
The Dustbin
22 Jul 2007, 14:41
probably our best midfeilder over the last month but even with that form he wouldnt get a game in many other midfeilds..
Peverill is good at turning the ball over. That is it. :mad:
Ryder Is God
22 Jul 2007, 17:49
probably our best midfeilder over the last month but even with that form he wouldnt get a game in many other midfeilds..
Jobe Watson says hi.
probably our best midfeilder over the last month but even with that form he wouldnt get a game in many other midfeilds..
It's a sad, sad midfield we have at the moment
Well you cant knock him then if you agree he is one of our best midfielders. As you say he always tries his heart out. Yes he makes some bad disposal errors but he isnt the only one. Credit where credit is due.
I can knock him. He is the best of a bad bunch . Yes he runs his ring off but in all honesty when was the last time you saw his try and shepphard or block ? He doesnt . He tries to corral players rather than put pressure on them and when he handballs he has no thought at all of providing a shepphard or block. I saw some of the younger Bendigo players apply more in that area on the weekend than Pev has all year. Pev gives off a handball and then tries to position himself for another stat. FFS Pev give off the handball and then try and clear a path for the ball carrier. He was a much better player when he was simply a tagger. Trying to be the link man simply shows up more of his faults.
Pev has been one of my favourite players over the time but he is the glaring problem we have. He would be the 6th or 7th best midifleder in a lot of other sides.
If we continue to accept good enough and he tries hard as best then we will be hanging around in 7th to 16th spot for a while to come.
Yeah he runs hard, maybe we should just use him primarily as a tagger, not worrying about the ball much, Slattery can be kept down back and McVeigh would be free to be more attacking, new coach might have a plan for him
Ryder Is God
25 Jul 2007, 16:36
Anyone think is he gawn when the new coach comes in?
Anyone think is he gawn when the new coach comes in?
Hard to say, especially when he's been winning te ball. With Hird gone, Heff, Bolton, Cole, Campo, Lonergan ect would all be looked at
hugorune
31 Jul 2007, 11:21
Anyone think is he gawn when the new coach comes in?
Not if he keeps up last weekend's form.
BabyBomber
31 Jul 2007, 11:44
I can knock him. He is the best of a bad bunch . Yes he runs his ring off but in all honesty when was the last time you saw his try and shepphard or block ? He doesnt
Something I noticed at the game on Sunday against the crows was that I saw him try to lay the shepherd after he gave off a handball. The upsetting thing is the fact that I noted it I think means he doesn't do it enough because it seemed extra-ordinary. I agree he doesn't do enough of that sort of stuff. On the weekend I cringed when he got it, and after each poor disposal my heart sank because I *really* like Pev but unfortunately it's just not good enough :( Sorry Pev!
The Dustbin
31 Jul 2007, 12:04
Anyone think is he gawn when the new coach comes in?
Yes. Turnovers by a foot are a killer. Peverill consistently fails to hit a moving target whilst in transit.
Needs to handball more to those who can use the ball.
did nothing today. we all know he tries his hardest, but we aren't going to win a premiership with him in our midfield so we should cut him loose
BabyBomber
12 Aug 2007, 22:39
I thought it was a shame he didn't get more of it today. I saw him hit up some good targets with some tight kicks. Although slightly unimpressive, I get the feeling his efficiency would have been much higher than usual today, and that was good to see.
kelvin_sheedy
12 Aug 2007, 23:39
He's only 28 and I can see him giving us depth for the next 2-3 years.
IhateMondays
16 Mar 2008, 17:36
Little gremlin. Breaks the machine of our midfield
IhateMondays
16 Mar 2008, 17:36
Can't kick and I've seen snails run faster.
The Dustbin
18 Mar 2008, 12:28
Can't kick and I've seen snails run faster.
second that. :thumbsu:
Slattery_20
18 Mar 2008, 19:09
Whether we like it or not he'll be useful towards the end of the season
We'd be foolish to rely purely on 18 year olds for depth
hopefully we won't be. what should happen is that pev and jj are used as depth players as they should be serviceable when used. but in terms of our best 22 we would hope that neither of them are in it if we are to be successful
Slattery_20
19 Mar 2008, 09:03
JJ I see as slightly different
He is an offensive weapon, who genuinely does add something to the side
The problem is how often he can do it
1st pre-season game he was alright, smashed a few blokes & got the ball rolling
From then on he's looked out of it
his disposal by foot is bad, to say the least. whilst he will fall behind too much in the speed stakes. i wouldn't call him an offensive "weapon". more of an honest contributor
bomber69
19 Mar 2008, 20:29
though he does have his critics, he can really pull through for us in big games.
however, i still think he will struggle to maintain a spot in our best 22 especially as the midfield will be hottly contested this season
Slattery_20
20 Mar 2008, 16:54
his disposal by foot is bad, to say the least. whilst he will fall behind too much in the speed stakes. i wouldn't call him an offensive "weapon". more of an honest contributor
I think he (JJ) can be a pretty effective impact player
TBH if he's not fit he's worth less than nothing, a lot of the time he's been out there half-fit
But fit he can still run through blokes like they're not there & there might still be half a spot there for him, to provide a bit of muscle. Not every week, but sometimes
Slatteryexpress
23 Mar 2008, 18:43
I saw Pev out and about last night in the CBD without his mask on, the kids were quivering and screaming, people were moving out of the way on the pavement, he is one scary man without his mask!
adey115
24 Mar 2008, 23:47
Nice win today, the Bombers looked the goods with that running style of play....
But - where is Peverill?
Is he going to fit into that side and that speedy style of play??
Nice win today, the Bombers looked the goods with that running style of play....
But - where is Peverill?
Is he going to fit into that side and that speedy style of play??
Took the day off. Called in sick.
bomba4eva
25 Mar 2008, 00:46
Hopefully we continue to ask where Pev is. Dont want him anywhere near the Essendon side.
Can only afford two of Johnson, Watson and Peverill in team at anyone time.
Obviously the selection committee rated Watson and Johnson's pre-seasons as superior.
Duckworth
25 Mar 2008, 03:04
Can only afford two of Johnson, Watson and Peverill in team at anyone time.
Obviously the selection committee rated Watson and Johnson's pre-seasons as superior.
I don't really understand your logic in putting Watson in with that group. They are different types of players. I would argue that we could quite easily fit another Watson type player into the team.
The Dustbin
25 Mar 2008, 06:33
Hopefully at Bendigo for the rest of the year.
Can only afford two of Johnson, Watson and Peverill in team at anyone time.
Obviously the selection committee rated Watson and Johnson's pre-seasons as superior.
Neither Pev or JJ is in our best 22. with Winderlich and Lovett to return JJ will struggle to hold his spot. Both Pev and JJ will play games this year but they are there as depth players.
Bombs Away
25 Mar 2008, 11:51
I don't really understand your logic in putting Watson in with that group. They are different types of players. I would argue that we could quite easily fit another Watson type player into the team.
That player would be Hislop one would hope.
With Lovett and Winders still to come into the side we will hopefully be asking this all season.
WindyHillWatcher
25 Mar 2008, 11:56
say what you want but i think we are gonna need Pev in a key tagging role next week against the cats! he's better at it...
Bombertastic
25 Mar 2008, 12:08
What is with you guys and your continual slander of the great JJ. Yeah he has slowed in recent times and the game continues to get quicker but I thought he did a good job yesterday. As for Pev he always gives it all and to be honest I'm probably more critical of his decision making and execution then his lack of pace. Same goes for Watson.
bombersno1
25 Mar 2008, 13:24
say what you want but i think we are gonna need Pev in a key tagging role next week against the cats! he's better at it...
No thanks. I think we have to be honest about Geelong..
Are we likely to win with Pev- nope, maybe lose by less but we wouldn't win anyway.
Development of youngsters>>>>>>>playing Peverill
I would rather lose by 100 and have our youngsters learn from it, rather than lose by 50 with Peverill and our youngsters would learn less.
danzan22
29 Jun 2008, 19:42
Send him back to bendigo, fumbled it way to often, nearly cost us the game when the ball went straight through his legs to tarrent who put them within a goal. No doubt he tries his hardest but it's obvious the game has past him.
windyhill
29 Jun 2008, 19:45
Nice way to go out Pev. Has been a warrior for us but that is it.
Pevers-Legend
30 Jun 2008, 13:44
He and JJ should play 1 game together in Melbourne to say goodbye. They deserve it - after all they have carried our midfield for th better part of this decade.
He deserves a spot in the team well ahead of Ricky (nowhere to be seen) Passenger Dyson and Jason (butter would melt in my mouth) Laycock.
dont want to see them playing whilst we are a chance for finals
Pevers-Legend
5 Jul 2008, 03:02
dont want to see them playing whilst we are a mathematical chance for finals
edited for accuracy
S.C[BANKS]
19 Jul 2008, 07:36
Pev is a legend is my opinion. ;)
I just love the way he goes about his business. I'm still hoping there a future for him at our club, maybe not as a player but something.
His a freaking Sex-God as well.
http://img510.imageshack.us/img510/9480/3147827ru2.jpg
Bachar Houli
19 Jul 2008, 19:43
Give him another year.
loopy_cam
19 Jul 2008, 19:54
Dear god no.
Windas_Magic
19 Jul 2008, 20:41
Give him another year.
No thanks
Pawtucket Patriot
19 Jul 2008, 21:02
Played well today, but should probably be moved on at the end of the year.
The Dustbin
19 Jul 2008, 23:01
Played well today, but should probably be moved on at the end of the year.
Agree.
He has been bloody good the last couple of weeks (Even though Brown beat him today and kicked 3 last qrt goals on him).
Pevers-Legend
20 Jul 2008, 21:27
Agree.
He has been bloody good the last couple of weeks (Even though Brown beat him today and kicked 3 last qrt goals on him).
Pretty sure Browny kicked at least one of em on NLM.
He is worth one more year as insurance. Bleeds red and black and always give 100%.
My feel is that when we get injuries to senior players - guys like him are needed rather than a team full of kids.
warney7
20 Jul 2008, 22:26
Not sure about other games, but his last 2 have been pretty good.
I wouldn't like to see him get another contract, but it'll be nice for him if he can play out the last 6 games, especially after Mr Morbidly Obese came out and said he was done.
hugorune
26 Jul 2008, 18:21
Earned the right to keep his spot in our best 22 today.
Bombers Fan
1 Aug 2008, 12:28
Earned the right to keep his spot in our best 22 today.
Best 22 that we can pick from maybe.
He would be left out when McVeigh, Houli, Dempsey, Winderlich or Myers are fit.
Another strong performance today and really hasn't put a foot wrong in the past 6 weeks or so.
It's going to be very hard to delist him or ask him to retire, given how well he is playing!
To think that just 2 weeks ago I said I wouldn't like him to get another 1 yr contract!
Barnsey3150
3 Aug 2008, 11:45
I think him getting another year contract depends who else we delist.
We will probably try and delist about 7 players. I do hope that we can hang onto him for another year. He deserves it.
AndyLesPaul
3 Aug 2008, 12:17
Draft clouds Peverill's future: Knights
7:35 PM Sat 02 August, 2008
THE FUTURE of midfielder Damien Peverill could ultimately be decided by the club's determination to get the most out of the "last uncompromised draft", according to coach Matthew Knights.
Peverill and teammate Jason Johnson were told earlier in the season that opportunities would be limited this year with Knights' focus on youth.
After breaking back into the side in round 14 following a stint in the VFL, Peverill's run heightened with 30 disposals and nine clearances against Melbourne on Saturday.
But Knights indicated the improvement in the 29-year-old's form might not be enough to secure his future at the club, given the upcoming draft restrictions the Gold Coast and West Sydney franchises are set to force.
"It's really difficult," he said. "What you've got to match up, it's not just the equation of whether it's Jason or Pev or a senior player, this is the last uncompromised draft.
"It's really important that you maximise your picks, and the evolution of the game means that there's five or six players that come onto your list at the end of the year and five or six players that have to leave.
"That's the brutal reality of AFL footy. When we sit down and have those discussions over the next two to four weeks, that's when it will come to fruition."
However, Knights praised Peverill's recent efforts and his ability to put the disappointment of his discussions with the coaching staff behind him.
"He's got a strong mind, and when I sat down with him and Jason, it was tough for them," he said.
"I said [to them that] while opportunities may be scarce, it doesn't mean you won't be playing, but at times it will be tough mentally.
"He's rode through that, come out the other side, and when he's come into the team, he's taken his opportunity.
"For that, he's contributing really well and he's a strong part of our team at the moment.
"All credit to him. In regards to post this year, we haven't sat down and had those discussions, so that's something for the end of the year."
Knights also recognised the performance of Andrew Lovett, who returned from a two-game club suspension for missing a training session.
"To come back and have 21 disposals and kick two goals, I thought was a very sound effort," he said.
"He played a decent part in us winning the game. He's a quality footballer, and you don't get too many more damaging players with the ball in his hands.
"We were always of the opinion that he'd serve his sanction and then we'd get on with it."
http://www.bombersfc.com.au/tabid/6477/Default.aspx?newsid=64690
dam.
Hmm, putting it like that makes sense though.
You give Pev a one year contract and that's all he'll play for, just 1 more year.
OR
You use every pick you have, you take some kid with draft pick 80 and you roll the dice.
Darealrath
3 Aug 2008, 20:54
Have to admire him.
Just over a month ago his career was finished for all money, but he's just too damn stubborn to give up. Playing really well. :thumbsu:
CarlosHernandez
3 Aug 2008, 23:51
Watching Knights' press conference after the game, it didn't seem like Pev will be here next year.
Longy413
4 Aug 2008, 08:35
I won't be too disappointed if he isn't there next year, I see him being squeezed out anyway.
You probably wouldn't pick him for Round 1 next year with everyone up and about.
What I do fear is the message it sends to the group if we don't sign him for another year...
Sorry boys, training hard and playing well just isn't good enough.
Tough one.
A month ago i thought he was done and dusted. I think he should one more year although i don't want to see what happened to JJ happen to him next year.
I won't be too disappointed if he isn't there next year, I see him being squeezed out anyway.
You probably wouldn't pick him for Round 1 next year with everyone up and about.
What I do fear is the message it sends to the group if we don't sign him for another year...
Sorry boys, training hard and playing well just isn't good enough.
Tough one.
It is a tough one but i am very confident it will be well accepted.
Modern footballers are a different animal and are well aware about list management, compromised drafts etc.
We are full of young kids so it will keep open an opportunity for some of them.
I have complete faith in Knights selling his strategy to the players and they appear to have complete faith in him so should embrace or at the very least understand any decisions made.
He won't be there next year.
kelvin_sheedy
16 Aug 2008, 20:15
If he's not playing AFL next year then the system is wrong.
retroparty
16 Aug 2008, 20:53
If he's not playing AFL next year then the system is wrong.
I agree. He is one of the few at Essendon who is willing to put 100% effort in all the time. He deserves to be playing next year. I'll be very angry if he gets cut from the list.
I love you Pev. You are Essendons most reliable player.
essendon2008
16 Aug 2008, 21:05
I'm not going to say whether or not he should be there next year but i would like to see him continue next year.
BOMBERSG8
19 Aug 2008, 17:49
10 sport just said that Pev is retiring
bomba4eva
19 Aug 2008, 18:22
Hope he is retiring and he can properly honour him in Round 22. We gain nothing from keeping him in the team and he is simply taking up a spot a kid like Hocking or Hislop should have. If we were to have our full complement of players he would not be in the team. He has been a warrior and I admire him for his tenacity and willingness to perform at 100% every week:thumbsu:
bipolarbeaR
19 Aug 2008, 23:40
ARGH... Noooooooooo.. He was the nicest Sporting player I have ever met. :(