Swans Talk in the Media Part 2

[robbieando]

Another positive article from the Fairfax Papers regarding our success since 1996 considering where we came from in the years before that

http://www.theage.com.au/afl/afl-ne...e-a-september-specialist-20140918-10in55.html

 

[S120]

Rohan Connolly and Jake Niall both seem to froth on us. They balance out the Jon Ralphs of the world nicely.

 

[bedford]

Ralph is better at writing fiction.

I love Ralph, like I do Eddie they are great, more to come

 

[Tedeski]

Can someone post this on the main forum.


"In 19 seasons including 1996, the Swans have appeared in no fewer than 16 finals series, a record not even the Hawks or Cats can match."

Read more: http://www.theage.com.au/afl/afl-ne...specialist-20140918-10in55.html#ixzz3Deamtqdr

 

[Tedeski]

God I love the AFL $wan$!

F kc em all!

 

[Punts]

I was wrong about Buddy : Skilton Article with N Cordy

 

[TheWhiteRhino]

"Swans not invincible"

I'm not going to even bother to open that article but I'd bet my life that's it written by either Derm or Ralphy.

 

[grimlock]

Interview with Andrew Pridham

http://www.theaustralian.com.au/bus...port-and-banking/story-e6frgabx-1227060491876

 

[Tuco]

Interview with Andrew Pridham

http://www.theaustralian.com.au/bus...port-and-banking/story-e6frgabx-1227060491876

Interesting to hear we are the most watched footy team of any code on Foxtel. Four million viewers this year! I've always suspected our live ratings of 70k were indicative of a tip of the iceberg in real viewers. But the important metric is the number of viewers that tune in from all around the country to watch their teams play us.

Personally, I haven't watched a game on Ch7 for years when the choice of Foxtel was available. I suspect a majority of our Sydney based supporters are foxtel subscribers like me as it is the only way to keep abreast of footy in a 'Victorian' sense up here (ie: watching Foxfooty daily etc to get our fix).

Gives you a real sense of exactly why Sydney (and in future GWS) are so important for the tv rights deals. 4 Million viewers is why the tv rights deal will likely go up next time again. We create a tv market for supporters of opposition teams all around the land and wonderful exposure for sponsors.

This gave me a giggle:

What was it between you and Collingwood president Eddie McGuire?
The issue is finished. I don’t need to go on about it. I have said my piece, and he has said his piece. We will move on. Eddie is … omnipresent.

"omnipresent" Hahaha. Who was the poster that called us the most erudite supporters in footy? From the Chairman down, I'd say that assessment is bang on.

 

[legend166]

This is an amazing insight into Jake Lloyd's background. Tough kid.

http://www.news.com.au/national/few...elder-jake-lloyd/story-e6frfkp9-1227063134188

I hope Jimmy didn't get him on the gear.

 

[legend166]

Is Pridham the one with the big house in Mosman flying the Swans flag out the front? Or is that Colless?

He tried to retire at 34 but couldn't do it? Get some more hobbies Pridham!

 

[PVF]

Apparently Carlton have made a visit to Mitchell's family.

 

[RW]

Apparently Carlton have made a visit to Mitchell's family.

Already being discussed here:

http://www.bigfooty.com/forum/threa...n-read-op-first.1052237/page-89#post-35185258

 

[Bonz]

A decent article on Adam Goodes

http://mobile.news.com.au/sport/afl...lute-you-goodesy/story-fndv7pj3-1227064180015

 

[bedford]

Another good one of the Real Footy page with Sheeds giving us a wrap. As always he is positive, just loves footy.
That no 1 flog Ralph was at it again today about Mitchell

 

[Dangas]

SEN1116 finey makes a good point about our non-COLA players.

 

[Membling]

SEN1116 finey makes a good point about our non-COLA players.

Which is?...

 

[ntomby]

Apparently Carlton have made a visit to Mitchell's family.

Never know he might get a gig for the Grand Final

 

[Dangas]

Which is?...

Moreso about our great recruiting. Always going to be cry babies over cola

 

[Cadsky]

So Membrey has put contract talks on hold. Sounds like this years version of Jed Lamb.

dailytelegraph.com.au/sport/afl/tim-membrey-puts-contract-talks-on-hold-amid-sydneys-loaded-forward-line/story-fni5fan6-1227064471118

 

[bedford]

Who cares

 

[Cadsky]

Clearly not you. I would be extremely disappointed if he left as is the one that replaces Goodes. Even more so disappointed if Mitchel leaves as well.

 

[bedford]

Hey , we are in a GF if you hadn't noticed, hard decisions need to be made. Would love Tim on our list, but ,we have to improve every year and if that means we move some on, so be it.

 

[Sanecow]

Hey , we are in a GF if you hadn't noticed, hard decisions need to be made. Would love Tim on our list, but ,we have to improve every year and if that means we move some on, so be it.

Tough question - what if we move him on because Goodes decides to play for one more year? Will it seem like a good idea in 2016?

 

[kickthething]

Tough question - what if we move him on because Goodes decides to play for one more year? Will it seem like a good idea in 2016?

Yep, because like so many others, we will find someone else. These guys need a bit of patience and need to wait for the opportunity then grab it when it comes, I don't remember Tim lighting it up when he got his chance so clearly he isn't ready......Gen Y need a bit of patience. If he wants to go and chase games go to the Bulldogs or GWS, same for Mitchell for that matter,. I don't believe the Mitchell talk. The guy will play firsts for a long time he has come off an injury plagued season hence limited game time and he knows that.....and seriously, Carlton....ffs.