Kittens

[theGav56]

Looking forward to our round 1 collision with Geelong, and have to say I have been impressed with the way their young guys are handling themselves. They are going into a season with some top players out in Varcoe and Pods (likely out), but really they are more likely to have the problem of which young players to leave out. Guthrie and Motlop really pushing hard for a best 22 position.

The Big O will likely come in, but cannot see Sandilands losing sleep about that selection.

The other players who could come in include Brown, Horlin-smith, Taylor Hunt, Schmedts, Gillies and Hogan. I loved the way they destroyed GC Suns in a battle fo the young squads. The talk is about GC and GWS having a window opening in 3 years, but the Cats are also placing themselves well to be thereabouts. An impressive club.

Round 1 is going to be a great benchmarking game for us. New coach. Some missing personnel = opportunities for new players on both sides. Some imbalances in the make of the teams giving contrasting strengths = opportunities for coaching moves to come to the fore.

 

[Scham]

You're right but to think we came within 11 pts of beating them last year under Harvey. We should have won that game too if it weren't for poor goal kicking.

Anyway, this is a new year with many changes, so history goes out the window. It'll be very interesting!

 

[Rob]

God I hope Taylor Hunt comes in. Crab of the highest order. Guthrie was impressive though.

Bear in mind that a lot of the 'kids' at Geelong have actually been listed for a few years but haven't been seen much due to the talent in their best 22. Hogan turns 24 this year, Gillies 22, Simpkin 25, Brown 22. Orren Stephenson (dream team certainty) turns 30 in July. These guys should have pretty mature bodies compared to a 19 or 20 year old.

 

[theGav56]

God I hope Taylor Hunt comes in. Crab of the highest order. Guthrie was impressive though.

Bear in mind that a lot of the 'kids' at Geelong have actually been listed for a few years but haven't been seen much due to the talent in their best 22. Hogan turns 24 this year, Gillies 22, Simpkin 25, Brown 22. Orren Stephenson (dream team certainty) turns 30 in July. These guys should have pretty mature bodies compared to a 19 or 20 year old.

Yes they are mature kids with several pre-seasons behind them. It is a great opportunity for the Cats to extend the dynasty. Time will tell.

 

[Mockcockpit]

They'd best remember what happened to them last time they played us at Subi as reigning premiers! Seriously though, if the game (and the result) is anywhere near as good as that day I'll be happy.