Preview Changes v Dogs, Round 19

[Dory_77]

Some improvement in #connection but far from a complete win v Port. Clarry back should improve us at clearances. Petty in for Tomo. Bedford was quiet, although had a few nice touches. Sparrow worked hard but was a bit of a butcher with the ball. Another good game from Laurie could see him debut. Hopefully Lever's shoulder is ok - seemed to play the game out fine.

Personally I'd like:
In: Oliver, Petty, Laurie.
Out: Tomo, Melk, Sparrow.

 

[Dory_77]

Lol Casey had a bye this weekend. Still wouldn't mind seeing Laurie in.

 

[Scythe]

Lever looked very sore singing the song, wouldn't be surprised if he misses.

Unfortunately there's no way Melk will get dropped after that last quarter, so I'm imagining:

Out: Bedford, Lever
In: Oliver, Petty

Would love to see Laurie in for Sparrow, but doubt it happens. Tommo goes out if Lever is fit

 

[Proper Gander]

Keep Lever on 2021 principles, bring in Oliver and Petty. Tell [PLAYERCARD]Steven May[/PLAYERCARD] he is on notice or get Melksham to punch him again to reverse whatever happened there

 

[mrmonkey]

Tomlinson unlucky to get dropped but that's the way it is someone needs to make way for Petty. I thought Sparrow was fine today certainly not near the worst. Bedford unsighted again needs a spell.

 

[Daemon]

In: Oliver, Petty, Bowey, Laurie.

Out: Melky, Lever (inj), Salem, Bedford.

Going to be a few tired boys so not the worst to make a few changes. If Lever is fit then Tomo to medisub and Dunstan out. Bedford hasn't done anything for weeks so bring Laurie in for him. Salem is just butchering everything and I feel it should have been him out instead of Bowey in the first place.

Melky came to life in the last, and we all know that Goody loves him, but imo he should not be in the team.

 

[Daemon]

Tomlinson unlucky to get dropped but that's the way it is someone needs to make way for Petty. I thought Sparrow was fine today certainly not near the worst. Bedford unsighted again needs a spell.

Agree, thought Sparrow was alright.

 

[Scythe]

Salem is a mile off too, but give him one more week since Bowey didn't get to play reserves

 

[booshboy]

OUT: Melk, Tomlinson (stiff), Bedford
IN: Clarry, Petty, Weid.

Tomlinson stays if Lever doesn't get up

 

[demondavey]

Lever looked very sore singing the song, wouldn't be surprised if he misses.

Unfortunately there's no way Melk will get dropped after that last quarter, so I'm imagining:

Out: Bedford, Lever
In: Oliver, Petty

Would love to see Laurie in for Sparrow, but doubt it happens. Tommo goes out if Lever is fit

What’s the obsession wanting to see Laurie in? Is it really ‘just because’? Or is a draftees name mentioned every time a 22 regular doesn’t have a great game?

What’s he going to add from round 20 onwards through finals?

 

[Scythe]

What’s the obsession wanting to see Laurie in? Is it really ‘just because’? Or is a draftees name mentioned every time a 22 regular doesn’t have a great game?

What’s he going to add from round 20 onwards through finals?

Similar thinking would've kept Bowey out last year.

Laurie has been in great form and can actually hit up a target going inside 50, which may be nice just for a laugh.

 

[Gysberts2Bate]

Thought sparrow’s intensity was incredible all day.

 

[Scythe]

Thought sparrow’s intensity was incredible all day.

That's what keeps him in the team. FWIW I still like him, but his ball use and decision making let him down far too often

 

[Scythe]

On that note (re Sparrow):

 

[Daemon]

OUT: Melk, Tomlinson (stiff), Weid
IN: Clarry, Petty, Weid.

Tomlinson stays if Lever doesn't get up

Weid in and out. So still out then? I'm ok with that.

 

[Daemon]

On that note:

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Would prefer it if our players didn't reply to trolls on Twitter. Ignore them and do the talking on the field.

 

[Dory_77]

Would prefer it if our players didn't reply to trolls on Twitter. Ignore them and do the talking on the field.

Looks like old mate deleted his comment anyway.

 

[Dory_77]

What’s the obsession wanting to see Laurie in? Is it really ‘just because’? Or is a draftees name mentioned every time a 22 regular doesn’t have a great game?

What’s he going to add from round 20 onwards through finals?

Given our F50 entry issues Laurie is appealing as he's a smart kick and composed. He's had 18 months of VFL (albeit with some interruptions) so has had some time to develop his body and game, he isn't some raw kid straight from school.

 

[Demon13304]

What’s the obsession wanting to see Laurie in? Is it really ‘just because’? Or is a draftees name mentioned every time a 22 regular doesn’t have a great game?

What’s he going to add from round 20 onwards through finals?

I think a lot of people here want him ahead of Melk , who is definitely not a 22 regular this year and has been poor in every game (albeit, with a decent last quarter today).

 

[schmuttt]

What’s the obsession wanting to see Laurie in? Is it really ‘just because’? Or is a draftees name mentioned every time a 22 regular doesn’t have a great game?

What’s he going to add from round 20 onwards through finals?

Because he has excellent VFL form and plays a role we are crying out for?

 

[booshboy]

Weid in and out. So still out then? I'm ok with that.

oooops!! Bedford out for Weid!

 

[demondavey]

Fair responses.

Happy to bank that win. Going to be hard against the dogs next week.

 

[mrmonkey]

That's what keeps him in the team. FWIW I still like him, but his ball use and decision making let him down far too often

He'll be better once Oliver comes back in.

 

[Johnny Karate]

Visceral reactions
Out: Salem, Jackson, Lever (injured), Gawn, Bedford, Melksham, Jordon, Rivers, Sparrow

In: Oliver, Laurie, Bowey, Van Rooyen, Weideman, Dunstan, Petty, Chandler, Woewodin

 

[schmuttt]

Kozzy seriously is such a special player.