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Jimmae said:
That technique is how Campo had such horrible back-hamstring issues. Not a fan of it.

Dow needs to practice how to stab pass (i.e. let the ball drop slightly lower and closer than usual when the kick is under 30 metres).
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I doubt very much Campos back issues had anything to do with his kicking technique. I had the same kicking technique and only ever did a hammy once. I think your body type and preperation dictates back hamstring injuries more than anything.
Paddy is a nice kick, well balanced and great penetration.

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Lace_Out said:
I doubt very much Campos back issues had anything to do with his kicking technique. I had the same kicking technique and only ever did a hammy once. I think your body type and preperation dictates back hamstring injuries more than anything.
Paddy is a nice kick, well balanced and great penetration.

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His kicking and running style were definitely a major factor.

That being said, Dow isn't at Campo-levels, but it's not a technique you want to keep driving at, particularly when you want to hit flat passes.
 
HARKER said:
I'd say there'd be young people and kids enjoying themselves, but all you have for is; "You're deluded"

The game currently lacks as a complete package and remember that it's mostly second-stringers engaged, but at least some skills have been on show.
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Which is a exactly what I mean harker......I’m not talking about the playing of the game....
I’m meaning as a Carlton football team supporter. & what we get out of it.
 

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HARKER said:
Then you didn't finish off your sentences.

I understand why hardcore football followers (me included) wouldn't get much out of these games, but having given it some thought, there is a foundation to build from. We can't think of it as a this vs that thing, but just think of how this product may look once developed properly and utilising the best players.

Many oldies will shut this format down on a reflex and without objective consideration. (read some of the posts here if you don't believe me)
Having given it some thought myself, I can see pathways for it. I just can't see the AFL being in for the long haul at this stage though.

Having said all that; Damn good on them for giving it a go. That's not a bad thing, is it?
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Apologies for my vagueness.....but I was talking purely MY afl team nothing more..
In saying that the afl has also spent significant infrastructure working on AFL 9s...but decided a more unique approach would be better even if nobody else did. But we can rejoice in the fact that it was nothing more than a training run...which apparently will sell to the masses of overseas Aussie rule supporters...who are starving of sports which will never be more than a recreational thing to do to keep fit...similar to gridiron frisbee.
If I’m wrong tell me in 10 years when it’s the one of the great sports we all will aspire to
But as everything on BF....that’s my opinion & im allowed to have to it.
 
Dadda Dave said:
Or the speed of the little man .
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Yeah, I keep reading that Fisher is quick, but he’s about average for AFL standard (Though quick off the mark obviously). I’m a big fan though, he just has such clean hands, quality decision maker and can find the ball. Forward pocket last year, I hope he gets more midfield minutes this year.
 
ParapMarkets said:
Yeah, I keep reading that Fisher is quick, but he’s about average for AFL standard (Though quick off the mark obviously). I’m a big fan though, he just has such clean hands, quality decision maker and can find the ball. Forward pocket last year, I hope he gets more midfield minutes this year.
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If he ain't quick he certainly looks it but i like him heaps ..somone we need with good skills and a hard little pri......ck.
 

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My name geoff said:
Fisher is Wayne Johnston circa 2018
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Settle down. When Fisher starts smashing packs like Dominator did or kick 7 goals in a game I will believe.
Until then nothing like him except a left foot kick.

I am struggling to think of any one single past Carlton player Fisher reminds me of. He seems quite unique. Really like watching his nimbleness. Maybe a cross between Mark Naley, Fraser Murphy and David Glascott type. Cannot wait to see him get more midfield time.
 
If the format provides watchers a justification not to judge some players (because they’re not suited to it), then shouldn’t it also provide some pause on comments such as “player x is a lock for round one”, or “player x will spend the year at Northern”?
 
tarczonandjane said:
If the format provides watchers a justification not to judge some players (because they’re not suited to it), then shouldn’t it also provide some pause on comments such as “player x is a lock for round one”, or “player x will spend the year at Northern”?
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Nah. It's a format for mids, you can take plenty out of it when assessing agility, pace and disposal for those players. It's the KPPs that get a hall pass.
 

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