Originally posted by Catman:
Quite sad really, the fact that Collingwood have had 1 win, by 18pts against last years wooden spooners, who were missing many of their key players. They claim they are premiers already, shows what a drought of victories do to a team.
What makes players, "key" players? Does the fact that they played last year make them a "key" player? Does the fact that they have potential make them a "key" player? Please tell me. As far as I know the only player that as been consistent for the Saints, has played for the Saints before and
is a "key" player is Harvey. There are other players that were missing but their inclusion probably woun't make much difference. Please don't say Fraser Gherig, he hasn't proved himself at the Saints yet.
What you seem to be forgetting is that Collingwood led by something like 44 points early in the last quarter, took their foot off the gas and slowed down. As everyone always says, "its on Ansett Cup", well you are dead right. What is the point in pushing yourself to the limit?
Lastly, who the hell (seriously) claimed Collingwood to be this years Premiers? Sarcasm is the key word and much of it seems to be coming from other teams' supporters. I have posted numerous times before that I don't expect Collingwood to finish higher than 10th this year but higher would be an absoloute bonus, not something expected.
[This message has been edited by Joel (edited 18 February 2001).]