Few questions

[keepzitreal]

Hey yall, just questions and thoughts I have hopefully some of u can shed some light...

Gumby, if his rehab goes according to schedule (its Gumby I know), when can we expect to see him return to footy?

Jetta, has his engine improved at all? Is it an endurance issue with him or just a lack of workrate?

Prismall, a lot of talk about his game last week, which was a great effort second game back. I just didnt think he was as good as everyone has said, butchered it a bit, not so clean, but I imagine that would improve with more game time.. happy with his progress though

Dempsey, showing all the signs... could be cleaner and use the ball better under pressure.. is he a career half back flanker or will we see him take on another role?

Where do yall see Zaharakis at next season? In the best 22? As a forward or midfielder?

With key defensive talls in Fletcher, Hurley, Daniher, Pears and Hooker, if all fit, who do you see playing and where? I see Hurley taking the FF, Pears taking the CHF, Fletch zoning off and one of Hooker or Daniher off the bench? This isn't taking into account McPhee

Is Jay Nash's career with Essendon over?

Will Skipworth be on the list next year? (not sure if his on a 2 year deal). His shown a fair bit, but how many people do we need to delist at the end of the year?

Myers, do you think he is suited to the half back role or will he be ready to step into a midfield role next season or even earlier?

Scotty, is he definitely gone at years end?

Once Hille is back, where will Paddy play? 3rd tall forward?

McPhee, I thought he was best used up forward but he has impressed me down back with more support than previous years... where will we use him with a full team?

Heath Hocking, has been impressive but to me appears a depth player... provides grunt in the middle, but I think lacks the athleticsm to play down back..

Where will Reimers position be? I'm liking him down back... could he eventually go into the middle?

Where is Jarryd Atkinson at? Will he get a game this year? Was hoping to see him in our defence by now... I prefer him over Slattery and Houli in the small defender spot but havent seen him this year so he may be a fair bit behind?

Where is Tyson Slattery? Will he get a game this year? I really liked what I saw of him in the NAB cup, I'm hoping he will get a go soon, I see him eventually breaking in and being in the best 22

NLM - I'm a fan of his but think his not clean enough to play permanently down back. I'm thinking his best spot is up forward or perhaps through the middle? Does he have the engine to play on a wing or even a tagging role?

Houli, do you guys think he can be a solid small defender? Personally I think there are better options...

Bock, how long will he take to put on enough size to play? Is it worth the investment? I don't see him being promoted in 2 years unless he gets on the juice

How likely is it that we get rid of Bendigo? I'm hoping so I can go watch the boys at Windy Hill

Footy is a wonderful game isn't it, spent from 05-07 watching a team that lacked discipline, workrate, players with upside and a deplorable list where there weren't options to bring in. Now everyone is a great option, we have a switched on coach who emphasises all the right areas.. good times ahead people...

 

[The Dustbin]

Geezus, I thought you said a few questions?

I'll answer a 'few'...

Once Hille is back, where will Paddy play? 3rd tall forward?

Questions marks over Laycocks future. Once Hille is back, Paddy with the form he has shown thus far. You would think is our automatic # 2 ruckman.

Gumby, if his rehab goes according to schedule (its Gumby I know), when can we expect to see him return to footy?

Is back running. Doubt he'll play for Essendon this year, may sneak in some games for Bendigo. 2010 is being more realistic.

Jetta, has his engine improved at all? Is it an endurance issue with him or just a lack of workrate?

The games Jetta has played this year he has been good. Not a huge ball winner and probably doesn't kick enough goals for the opportunities he gets. His tackling and forward pressure has been first rate. Over time he may develop as a midfielder. I'm happy for him to continue the role he is playing at the moment with great success.

Dempsey, showing all the signs... could be cleaner and use the ball better under pressure.. is he a career half back flanker or will we see him take on another role?

His disposal at times can be a little iffy. Sometimes when short passing he gives it too much air time, slow through the air. His disposal overall is pretty good.
Leave him at half back, suits our game plan/style. Can play tall as well, his vertical leap is quite deceptive.

 

[fishguts]

Hey yall, just questions and thoughts I have hopefully some of u can shed some light...

Gumby, if his rehab goes according to schedule (its Gumby I know), when can we expect to see him return to footy?

I would suggest at maximum 1-2 games in the seniors, but most likely will be wrapped in cotton wool.

Jetta, has his engine improved at all? Is it an endurance issue with him or just a lack of workrate?

It hasn't improved greatly (bar the increase you'd expect after coming into the AFL system). Endurance is the issue, as that was the difference from him being your average small forward to silky midfielder.

Prismall, a lot of talk about his game last week, which was a great effort second game back. I just didnt think he was as good as everyone has said, butchered it a bit, not so clean, but I imagine that would improve with more game time.. happy with his progress though

Yep, just coming back into it. Geelong supporters regarded him as the best user of the pill in their team. He showed a few kicks which exemplified that.

Dempsey, showing all the signs... could be cleaner and use the ball better under pressure.. is he a career half back flanker or will we see him take on another role?

I would say half back, he could potentially have bursts on the ball but would keep him where he is. Is also a very handy defender.

Where do yall see Zaharakis at next season? In the best 22? As a forward or midfielder?

Showing the signs of the big step up in intensity. He'll continue to play HFF with stints in the middle you would imagine. As for best 22, he'll have to earn it.

With key defensive talls in Fletcher, Hurley, Daniher, Pears and Hooker, if all fit, who do you see playing and where? I see Hurley taking the FF, Pears taking the CHF, Fletch zoning off and one of Hooker or Daniher off the bench? This isn't taking into account McPhee

Yeah, I would have Hurley, Pears and Fletch as you have, but would also flirt with the idea of playing Darcy/Hooker forward.

Is Jay Nash's career with Essendon over?

Long answer: Gone
Short answer: yes

Will Skipworth be on the list next year? (not sure if his on a 2 year deal). His shown a fair bit, but how many people do we need to delist at the end of the year?

He'll be there at the end of the year. Is very handy depth and is one of only a few who are in that 24-28 bracket.

Myers, do you think he is suited to the half back role or will he be ready to step into a midfield role next season or even earlier?

I personally see him as a midfielder, others will see him as that general in the backline (Hodge, Goddard, Drummond) With our abbundence of midfielders he may well play HBF for the next couple of years.

Scotty, is he definitely gone at years end?

Not definately, a lot will ride on if he continues the form of the last 2 games. You would expect he'll retire though.

Once Hille is back, where will Paddy play? 3rd tall forward?

2nd ruckman with stints as the 3rd tall.

McPhee, I thought he was best used up forward but he has impressed me down back with more support than previous years... where will we use him with a full team?

He made the AA team in the backline, but personally don't really like stop and prop anywhere near the backline. Is a decent lead up forward, much more consistent then Monfries.

Heath Hocking, has been impressive but to me appears a depth player... provides grunt in the middle, but I think lacks the athleticsm to play down back..

He is a midfielder, his role down back on the weekend I'm guessing was just a means to cover the small forward ala Slattery.

Where will Reimers position be? I'm liking him down back... could he eventually go into the middle?

I don't recall Reimers playing down back at all, and would be a horrible waste of talent if he did. Think of Akermanis how he plays middle and HFF.

Where is Jarryd Atkinson at? Will he get a game this year? Was hoping to see him in our defence by now... I prefer him over Slattery and Houli in the small defender spot but havent seen him this year so he may be a fair bit behind?

Hasn't come on at all unfortunately, most likely will get the chop.

Where is Tyson Slattery? Will he get a game this year? I really liked what I saw of him in the NAB cup, I'm hoping he will get a go soon, I see him eventually breaking in and being in the best 22

He's been getting regulary named as an emergency so it's possible. I've seen him a couple of times just having a warm up before a game and he looks reasonably skilled. We'll see how he comes along but definately one to work with.

NLM - I'm a fan of his but think his not clean enough to play permanently down back. I'm thinking his best spot is up forward or perhaps through the middle? Does he have the engine to play on a wing or even a tagging role?

He was in career best form before his brain fade. He is a hardened body in a match stick defense, he stays back for my liking. Definately useful up forward.

Houli, do you guys think he can be a solid small defender? Personally I think there are better options...

No, he is the least accountable player on our list at the moment. He would be better as a midfielder taking a player on.

Bock, how long will he take to put on enough size to play? Is it worth the investment? I don't see him being promoted in 2 years unless he gets on the juice

2-3 years of packing on the pounds. Is struggling winning taps even with his height in the VFL. Very much a long term project, but has shown signs he's a keeper.

How likely is it that we get rid of Bendigo? I'm hoping so I can go watch the boys at Windy Hill

We all want to the problem is the VFL's reluctance to allow another stand-alone team. We should break ties with Bendigo, even if it is to Frankston.

Footy is a wonderful game isn't it, spent from 05-07 watching a team that lacked discipline, workrate, players with upside and a deplorable list where there weren't options to bring in. Now everyone is a great option, we have a switched on coach who emphasises all the right areas.. good times ahead people...

Very much agree on the last one, hoped that helped.

*Any typos were caused by having Sharapova not on mute in the background.*

 

[bombersrbest05]

Where do yall see Zaharakis at next season? In the best 22? As a forward or midfielder?
I think he in a a couple of years he will defiantly be in out best 22 and right now he is close and will be pushing for a spot all season. I think he is more suited as a small forward rotating through the midfield at this stage
I believe he will take over Skipworth in the team.

With key defensive talls in Fletcher, Hurley, Daniher, Pears and Hooker, if all fit, who do you see playing and where? I see Hurley taking the FF, Pears taking the CHF, Fletch zoning off and one of Hooker or Daniher off the bench? This isn't taking into account McPhee

Agree with this Pears and Hurley may switch depending on the size of opponet but there is a lot of versatility here because Hurley I think looking at his first game could play as a sweeper out of defence with Pears and Hooker on the two talls.

Is Jay Nash's career with Essendon over?
I believe it is since the depth Essendon now have he doesn't seem to be able to push for a senior spot as I think I would rather see Atkinson in the team and Dempsey plays his role better.

Will Skipworth be on the list next year? (not sure if his on a 2 year deal). His shown a fair bit, but how many people do we need to delist at the end of the year?

Myers, do you think he is suited to the half back role or will he be ready to step into a midfield role next season or even earlier?
He will be a midfeilder roatating to the halfback flank when resting, with a full pre-season and next year look for him to step up into the midfield as one of our better players by hand and foot.

Scotty, is he definitely gone at years end?
At this stage I think he still has more to offer the team and if he can continue this form I think he may be here next year.

McPhee, I thought he was best used up forward but he has impressed me down back with more support than previous years... where will we use him with a full team?
He is best used on a half forward as he trouble opponents with his marking(most times) and looks dangerous in front of goal, but still unsure with a full fit team if he fits in with out structure.

 

[Colin D'Cops]

Dempsey, showing all the signs... could be cleaner and use the ball better under pressure.. is he a career half back flanker or will we see him take on another role? The HBF suits him best I think. Can run & carry plus has silky skills when switched on. Terrific mover, reads the play well and is now looking like a more comfortable player overall.

Where do yall see Zaharakis at next season? In the best 22? As a forward or midfielder? Long term he's a midfielder. Short term, with many midfielders in good form; the HFF probably suits him best at the present time.

Is Jay Nash's career with Essendon over? IF his contract is ending this year, I don't think we'll be quick to sign him back up. Soft, lazy footballer who hasn't shown much / if any improvement from last season. One of the more disappointing players at the club, has talent.

Will Skipworth be on the list next year? I would sign him up again next year if his contract runs out. Adds valuable experience to our team, and has a great ability to kick goals when required. Fine leader.

Myers, do you think he is suited to the half back role or will he be ready to step into a midfield role next season or even earlier? HBF seems the right position for Myers I think. Doesn't have lightning pace, but does use the ball well and has a cool head. Has the potential to have rotations into the midfield definitely, don't think full-time would be his go though.

Scotty, is he definitely gone at years end? Will be a very interesting last half to the season. Played a nice game against the Dees, but that was against some relatively poor opposition. I think this decision will be based on form in the second half of the year, so too early to judge as of yet.

Houli, do you guys think he can be a solid small defender? Personally I think there are better options...I like Houli as a footballer. Clean with the ball and his disposal is very good. HBF/BP is where Knighta has been playing him so far this season, but I wouldn't mind seeing him push up onto the wings a little more.

Bock, how long will he take to put on enough size to play? Is it worth the investment? I don't see him being promoted in 2 years unless he gets on the juice He'll need a good 3-5 years to be considered ruck material. Needs to get bigger and dominate ruck contests soon though, hopefully he shows a bit next year and gives us no choice but to promote him.

Thoughts in bold.

 

[fishguts]

You're all lazy and have a life.

 

[yaco55]

Andrew Welsh in an interview last week on SEN - stated that the club expects Gumbleton to play a few games at the end of the season.

EFC won't wrap Gumbleton in cotton wool ( if fit ) like they did at the end of the 2008 season.

I do feel that one of the key backs; Hurley, Hooker, Daniher will end up playing forward.

 

[dave_27]

Your question should be re-worded to where will Hille play? 3rd tall forward?

Ryder is first ruck next year. Bad luck Hille, thats football.

And Jay Nash's career at Essendon is finished.

 

[zaharakamania]

Your question should be re-worded to where will Hille play? 3rd tall forward?

Ryder is first ruck next year. Bad luck Hille, thats football.

And Jay Nash's career at Essendon is finished.

I guess would have to agree that that is looking to be the likely outcome, but what a luxury of sorts - one or the other resting forward with the other probably dominating in the ruck against most oppositions.

 

[keepzitreal]

Your question should be re-worded to where will Hille play? 3rd tall forward?

Ryder is first ruck next year. Bad luck Hille, thats football.

I disagree, if Hille returns and is close to where he was at I think he'll definitely be our starting ruckman with Ryder rucking 10 mins a quarter.

They will want Hille to take most of the wear and tear in the ruck and lets not forget he was one of the top 5 ruckman before he went down. Not sure how well he will recover but I'm hopeful.

IMO Ryder adds a lot more in the forward line, a tough matchup with Neagle, Lloyd and perhaps Gumbleton all taking good defenders. We will even have the luxury of sending Paddy back to play on a key forward if one of our young talls is getting towelled up.


McPhee, I agree he can be effective as a forward and will probably switch between both. I was an advocate for him going forward as he is horrible making decisions under pressure however this season I think he has been rather solid down back, playing on impulse and is benefitting by playing with bigger defenders


Do you guys really think Atkinson will be gone? I thought he showed heaps last year and I'd imagine it would be difficult to show anything playing at Bendigo. Is he not as fit as he should be?

 

[Godzke]

Don't be so sure about Hille returning as first choice ruckmen. I still prefer him to Ryder because he's a bigger body but who knows how well he'll return from his ACL injury. Let's pray it's a 100% recovery.

Assuming Hille is right to go, then Paddy Ryder will get minimal spells in the first half and extended spells in the ruck in the second (as ruckmen naturally lose their leap over the course of a game + they'll be too tired to bother crashing into their opponent's ribs to rough him up ... which is what we've feared with Ryder in the ruck all along).

Lovett-Murray will probably be a utility tall alternating between the back and the forward line. Naturally, we'll come up against some tall forwards and some smaller forward lines so it depends on who we play.

 

[AndyLesPaul]

Hey yall, just questions and thoughts I have hopefully some of u can shed some light...

Gumby, if his rehab goes according to schedule (its Gumby I know), when can we expect to see him return to footy?
He has been jogging, I would assume if everything goes to plan he may be back nearing the end of the season. Though it is more likely we'll see him next year instead. (Hopefully)

Where do yall see Zaharakis at next season? In the best 22? As a forward or midfielder?
He could be seen as a rather useful forward option IMO, as it was noticeable in a recent match where he got like 3 goals, whilst being quite generous.

With key defensive talls in Fletcher, Hurley, Daniher, Pears and Hooker, if all fit, who do you see playing and where? I see Hurley taking the FF, Pears taking the CHF, Fletch zoning off and one of Hooker or Daniher off the bench? This isn't taking into account McPhee
McPhee will probably end up drifting to the forward line, as he has been quite useful up there.

Is Jay Nash's career with Essendon over?
Almost definately.

Will Skipworth be on the list next year? (not sure if his on a 2 year deal). His shown a fair bit, but how many people do we need to delist at the end of the year?
You'd think he would be, he isn't one of our worst players and doesn't deserve to be delisted.

Myers, do you think he is suited to the half back role or will he be ready to step into a midfield role next season or even earlier?

Scotty, is he definitely gone at years end?
Highly doubt it, unless he gets injured.

Once Hille is back, where will Paddy play? 3rd tall forward?
Well until laycock is back, Paddy will be the second ruck. When Laycock is back, i think they will try alternate laycock and ryder has 2nd ruckman/forwards.
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Bock, how long will he take to put on enough size to play? Is it worth the investment? I don't see him being promoted in 2 years unless he gets on the juice
It will take a while, yes, maybe never.

yep.

 

[DaSawx]

Gumby, if his rehab goes according to schedule (its Gumby I know), when can we expect to see him return to footy?

Wouldn't be surprised if it was next year

Prismall, a lot of talk about his game last week, which was a great effort second game back. I just didnt think he was as good as everyone has said, butchered it a bit, not so clean, but I imagine that would improve with more game time.. happy with his progress though

Sheez, it was his second game after a knee reco, he'll be quality

Where do yall see Zaharakis at next season? In the best 22? As a forward or midfielder?

Top 25-27, will still be young and skinny, coming off his first real pre-season

Is Jay Nash's career with Essendon over?

Yep

Will Skipworth be on the list next year? (not sure if his on a 2 year deal). His shown a fair bit, but how many people do we need to delist at the end of the year?

Yep, should be re-signed

Myers, do you think he is suited to the half back role or will he be ready to step into a midfield role next season or even earlier?

I'd be happy to wait for him to bulk up and play in the mid, use his foot going deep inside 50

Once Hille is back, where will Paddy play? 3rd tall forward?

Back up ruck/tall forward, Laycock depth ruckman/trade bait

Where is Jarryd Atkinson at? Will he get a game this year? Was hoping to see him in our defence by now... I prefer him over Slattery and Houli in the small defender spot but havent seen him this year so he may be a fair bit behind?

Gone

Bock, how long will he take to put on enough size to play? Is it worth the investment? I don't see him being promoted in 2 years unless he gets on the juice

Give him plenty of time

 

[MarkJohnson#1]

Just a few answers from my opinion:

Prismall, a lot of talk about his game last week, which was a great effort second game back. I just didnt think he was as good as everyone has said, butchered it a bit, not so clean, but I imagine that would improve with more game time.. happy with his progress though

I thought Prismall was great last week, and he'll only get better as he continues to gain to full match fitness.

Dempsey, showing all the signs... could be cleaner and use the ball better under pressure.. is he a career half back flanker or will we see him take on another role?

Dempsey is perfect for the role he plays. Can't see him taking on another role, and with another pre-season he'll be even better.

Is Jay Nash's career with Essendon over?

He's not a first 22 player but may remain on the list as "backup". A chance to be delisted at the end of the year though.

Will Skipworth be on the list next year? (not sure if his on a 2 year deal). His shown a fair bit, but how many people do we need to delist at the end of the year?

He'll still be on the list next year. Has done a lot of work with younger players behind the scenes and still holds a vital roles in the tutelage of these players (in both life and football).

Scotty, is he definitely gone at years end?

Unfortunately I think he's gone, body is getting the better of him.

 

[ant555]

Gumby, if his rehab goes according to schedule (its Gumby I know), when can we expect to see him return to footy?

Should play a few games for Bendigo later in the year. Senior selection may be a long shot.

Jetta, has his engine improved at all? Is it an endurance issue with him or just a lack of workrate?

It has improved a bit but he is still miles away from where it needs to be if he is to play midfield. He wroks hard enough at training but he is what he is. My prediction before the draft was he would only ever be a small forward who has a couple of tricks has not been proven wrong yet.

Prismall, a lot of talk about his game last week, which was a great effort second game back. I just didnt think he was as good as everyone has said, butchered it a bit, not so clean, but I imagine that would improve with more game time.. happy with his progress though

You are right in saying his disposal was nothing flash but the fact he is back finding a lot of the footy straight away is the best sign. He will only get better as his disposal at Geelong was always pretty good.

Dempsey, showing all the signs... could be cleaner and use the ball better under pressure.. is he a career half back flanker or will we see him take on another role?

If his is to spend a career at half back i hope he learns to play his man a bit tighter when needed.

Where do yall see Zaharakis at next season? In the best 22? As a forward or midfielder?

Probably close to all of the above. In the best 22 and a player that can and will be used in the middle as well as forward.

With key defensive talls in Fletcher, Hurley, Daniher, Pears and Hooker, if all fit, who do you see playing and where? I see Hurley taking the FF, Pears taking the CHF, Fletch zoning off and one of Hooker or Daniher off the bench? This isn't taking into account McPhee

For a start forget McPhee. Pears, Hurley,Daniher and Hooker are the next wave of defenders. Daniher and Hurley are players who have the flexability to play forward as well depending on match ups. Daniher has the pace to play HBF if needed.

Is Jay Nash's career with Essendon over?

Yes.

Will Skipworth be on the list next year? (not sure if his on a 2 year deal). His shown a fair bit, but how many people do we need to delist at the end of the year?

IMO he should be. A lot of supporters have held their pre season bias against him despite the fact he has played well and fills a role within the side.
He is no star but he adds needed depth to the midfield and can play small forward as well.

Myers, do you think he is suited to the half back role or will he be ready to step into a midfield role next season or even earlier?

I doubt he will be stepping up this year. Have said all along he was a 3 or 4 year project player. If he has a clear run with injuries he could be up and running next year but he needs to add another 4kg to 5kg to see his playing weight around the correct level for his height. With the virus he had early this year he has been playing at around 82kg. He needs to be up around the 87kg mark. I also think he has grown a little as well. When you see him standing next to Pears or Hurley he is easily as tall. I would be guessing he is around 192cm now rather than the 190cm he is listed at. He could also end up being a KP prospect if he comes good.

Scotty, is he definitely gone at years end?

I think he is. He can still stay up forward and scramble out 3 or 4 goals but he is too slow and opposition sides run players off him very easily.

Once Hille is back, where will Paddy play? 3rd tall forward?

Fisrt ruck. Paddy is going to be a much better ruckman than Hille. Already gives us more hit outs. I suspect that Hille may spend more time forward and give Paddy a rest when needed.

McPhee, I thought he was best used up forward but he has impressed me down back with more support than previous years... where will we use him with a full team?

Still like him forward. His slow thinking can be a real problem in the back half and we have issues with our forward line.

Heath Hocking, has been impressive but to me appears a depth player... provides grunt in the middle, but I think lacks the athleticsm to play down back..

A depth player or your 5th or 6th mid. Thats the boat he is in. As much as i defend him i know his spot in the pecking order. He currently gets a game becasue he does a lot of the little things right and the coach belives he has the flexability to play a few different roles. He is not going to be your top midfielder but he will be one player that will always be in the mix for the 5th or 6th spot.
I think the comments on his defence are totaly off base. He had a battle with Steve Johnson but he is not alone there. Plenty of players with more than 12 games experience have struggled with Johnson.
He played a quarter at half back on Knights against Adelaide and held him to one kick.
His game against Bate was very good and i will say flat out that anyone who says it was not does not know what they are watching. Despite giving away 5cm Hocking actually beat him 5 times to 4 in the contested marks and Bate only had two set shots for the night and one was in the last quarter when the game was finished. On top of that half of Bates 13 possessions where handballs up in the center of the ground.

Where will Reimers position be? I'm liking him down back... could he eventually go into the middle?

Think Aker. Half forward/midfield.

Where is Jarryd Atkinson at? Will he get a game this year? Was hoping to see him in our defence by now... I prefer him over Slattery and Houli in the small defender spot but havent seen him this year so he may be a fair bit behind?

On the same train as Nash. All aboard the out the door express.
Has not kept up the rate of improvement. His form has been patchy and his disposal very poor this year.

Where is Tyson Slattery? Will he get a game this year? I really liked what I saw of him in the NAB cup, I'm hoping he will get a go soon, I see him eventually breaking in and being in the best 22

Patience. Is coming along ok as a defender but still has work to do. Dont think we will be seeing much of him this year.

NLM - I'm a fan of his but think his not clean enough to play permanently down back. I'm thinking his best spot is up forward or perhaps through the middle? Does he have the engine to play on a wing or even a tagging role?

Could end up as a forward option. I am not a huge fan but he will more than likely keep his spot on the list for a while as the lack of dpeth in the draft this year plus the GC/West Sydney factor will stop sides from delisting 6 or 7 players per year.

Houli, do you guys think he can be a solid small defender? Personally I think there are better options...

He will end up a midfielder but he has to learn about defence. You can not have a team of mids who run in front of the ball all day. He will never be any good to us as a mid unless he gets some defensive actions in his game.
Thats what he is currently learning.

Bock, how long will he take to put on enough size to play? Is it worth the investment? I don't see him being promoted in 2 years unless he gets on the juice

That is what the rookie list is for. We can keep him there for 3 years. He is certainly worth developing. To start with there are not a lot of promising 200cm plus boys around at under 18 level at the moment. Bock may not make it but the rookie list is for picking out these type of under developed players at times when there may not be a lot of his type coming through the system.

How likely is it that we get rid of Bendigo? I'm hoping so I can go watch the boys at Windy Hill

If you are talking about stand alone side then extemely unlikely. Not sure what will happen on the Bendigo front but at this stage it looks like stay with Bendigo or swap to Frankston. The stand alone side deos not look to be an option given AFLV's current stance and from what i have been told by a copile of people from within the club.

Footy is a wonderful game isn't it, spent from 05-07 watching a team that lacked discipline, workrate, players with upside and a deplorable list where there weren't options to bring in. Now everyone is a great option, we have a switched on coach who emphasises all the right areas.. good times ahead people..

All i can say is lets hope they can push on from here and play some finals footy. I still dont see us as a premiership side but i am happy to be proven won on that front