'Questions that don't warrant a thread' Thread - Part 2

[bris tarangau]

What are the rules with regards to suspension and Brownlow eligibility, ala Rioli in 2014?

 

[The BIG X]

So should I put money on Buddy for Australian of the Year next year?

Buddy has 9 years to 'win' it

 

[The BIG X]

What are the rules with regards to suspension and Brownlow eligibility, ala Rioli in 2014?

If Cyril does not get suspended in 2014 - he qualifies for the 2014 Brownlow.

Suspension in finals do not affect the next years Brownlow eligibility.

 

[savagelunchbox]

So should I put money on Buddy for Australian of the Year next year?

As soon as it was announced he signed with Sydney, I chucked a grand on Buddy for the Noble Peace Prize under the category of Science.

 

[arupist]

As soon as it was announced he signed with Sydney, I chucked a grand on Buddy for the Noble Peace Prize under the category of Science.

Should have been under the category of Avoiding Media Attention.

 

[dermott]

As soon as it was announced he signed with Sydney, I chucked a grand on Buddy for the Noble Peace Prize under the category of Science.

More likely to win the ignoble peace price than the Nobel.

 

[Todman]

What are the rules with regards to suspension and Brownlow eligibility, ala Rioli in 2014?

Judd won the Brownlow after missing the first 3 games for eye gouging a Brisbane player the year before.

 

[Rushed_Behind]

Thanks SLB and Argy for you replies. Cheers.

BTW Schoey looking awesome!

Bit like your avatar mate. Smoooooookin.

 

[LindaCresLove]

Ok, time for another Question.

Who is, or, do we know anything about the young fella who is, (flipped if I know his title), "Ball Steward" maybe ???

Mid 20s, curly red hair, 6foot, Sits in the bench during the match, and in the pre game warm ups is one of the guys returning the balls to the players from goal kicking practise. ( not seen him at York Park, though)

Just impresses me with his kicking skills, and his enthusiasm for his work.

Then again, who wouldn't love to be there amoungst it?
And I guess that if you weren't a half alright kick, you wouldn't be there.

 

[Brant]

I've been watching our replays on FoxTel for 3 months now (except Rnd 1 & 15 against Geelong & the Richmond game...) & I gotta say, that Sam Mitchell is a smart one - smart like a computer!

Take for example his quick kick forward from a contest. Most guys slam boot on ball & send it high & forward, hoping for distance/clearance from danger. Inevitably the ball reaches the next line which sees teammate facing the ball & opponent half a step behind, with body cover & best position - the opponent spoils the ball & all opponents charge forward onto it whereby our players are attempting to take possession & turn back toward goal. It's almost like a cleared kick from a contest is actually a negative as it favours the opposition in the next play.

But not that Mitchell - a huge % of his quick kicks forward from stoppages are kept low and deliberately fall short of the next line of players, meaning that our guys are actually in best position to lead their opponent to the ball.

I started to notice him doing this mid-year but never appreciated it until watching the replays. It's quite simple. Forwards (except that Buddy...) generally stand in front; defenders feel most at ease a 1/2 step behind & to the side of their opponent, remaining goal side but also having better body position for the aerial contest to punch. Mitch keeps his kicks low (head/chest high) & drops it short whilst gaining 20-25m to our advantage. It's ridiculous the number of times it worked in the QF against the AFL when guys like Lewis, Sewell, Gibbo, Lake & even Hodge just banged it on the boot & sent it high, seemingly assuming that high meant far & that far meant good.

Anyway, good work to young Mitchell - I reckon he's got a lot of upside that kid!

 

[Agent Smith]

I've been watching our replays on FoxTel for 3 months now (except Rnd 1 & 15 against Geelong & the Richmond game...) & I gotta say, that Sam Mitchell is a smart one - smart like a computer!

Take for example his quick kick forward from a contest. Most guys slam boot on ball & send it high & forward, hoping for distance/clearance from danger. Inevitably the ball reaches the next line which sees teammate facing the ball & opponent half a step behind, with body cover & best position - the opponent spoils the ball & all opponents charge forward onto it whereby our players are attempting to take possession & turn back toward goal. It's almost like a cleared kick from a contest is actually a negative as it favours the opposition in the next play.

But not that Mitchell - a huge % of his quick kicks forward from stoppages are kept low and deliberately fall short of the next line of players, meaning that our guys are actually in best position to lead their opponent to the ball.

I started to notice him doing this mid-year but never appreciated it until watching the replays. It's quite simple. Forwards (except that Buddy...) generally stand in front; defenders feel most at ease a 1/2 step behind & to the side of their opponent, remaining goal side but also having better body position for the aerial contest to punch. Mitch keeps his kicks low (head/chest high) & drops it short whilst gaining 20-25m to our advantage. It's ridiculous the number of times it worked in the QF against the AFL when guys like Lewis, Sewell, Gibbo, Lake & even Hodge just banged it on the boot & sent it high, seemingly assuming that high meant far & that far meant good.

Anyway, good work to young Mitchell - I reckon he's got a lot of upside that kid!

You think he might make the grade and become a regular senior player? Assuming he puts in the hard yards, of course...

 

[bris tarangau]

How will we man up in defense in the first 3 rounds with Lake out? Is this a bigger risk than we think against Lions, Bombers, and Dockers? Teams at start of the year are going to be really keen to have a good start.

 

[cryptor]

How will we man up in defense in the first 3 rounds with Lake out? Is this a bigger risk than we think against Lions, Bombers, and Dockers? Teams at start of the year are going to be really keen to have a good start.

If Schoey isn't ready then Spangher might have to be the one. McEvoy can rest back also.

 

[Taskmaster]

How will we man up in defense in the first 3 rounds with Lake out? Is this a bigger risk than we think against Lions, Bombers, and Dockers? Teams at start of the year are going to be really keen to have a good start.

All over these 3 sides.

 

[smeltitdeltit]

Anyone know if the nab challenge games will be on the iPhone app?

 

[Brant]

You think he might make the grade and become a regular senior player? Assuming he puts in the hard yards, of course...

Too short - too slow... Shame, he seems lovely

 

[Thaihawk]

Too short - too slow... Shame, he seems lovely

Not to mention - not dedicated enough!

 

[Agent Smith]

Run him in the twos then and see if he can do any good there. Who knows, maybe he'll pick up a Listen. Haha, but seriously though, he might prove to be reasonable depth if needed...

 

[Brant]

Run him in the twos then and see if he can do any good there. Who knows, maybe he'll pick up a Listen. Haha, but seriously though, he might prove to be reasonable depth if needed...

With Woody, Langers, Hartung, Garlett & Hallahan waiting to play we probably don't need him. Keep him in the squad rotation to rest our guns & play him through the middle part of the season - if he can hold down a spot then he's earned it.

 

[Davo23]

Too short - too slow... Shame, he seems lovely

I know you're all joking, but what would happen if 18 year-old Sam Mitchell was in the 2013 draft?

1. Ball magnet
2. Brilliant hands
3. Kicks superbly with both feet

vs

1. Last in the Beep test
2. Takes several hours to run from back to forward line
3. Short stumpy legs

If we had taken him ahead of a speedster like Billy Hartung, it may have caused a riot!

 

[Brant]

I know you're all joking, but what would happen if 18 year-old Sam Mitchell was in the 2013 draft?

1. Ball magnet
2. Brilliant hands
3. Kicks superbly with both feet

vs

1. Last in the Beep test
2. Takes several hours to run from back to forward line
3. Short stumpy legs

If we had taken him ahead of a speedster like Billy Hartung, it may have caused a riot!

Rookie List at best as a 'project' I guess.

 

[Flukey!]

If Schoey isn't ready then Spangher might have to be the one. McEvoy can rest back also.

Surely he will be ready to go in round 1. It will be nearly 11 months since he did his knee by then.

 

[cryptor]

Surely he will be ready to go in round 1. It will be nearly 11 months since he did his knee by then.

I would think so too but he hasn't return to full training yet and hasn't participated in any match simulation work. Unless he participates in the NAB challenge matches he may have to return via Boxhill. I hope he's back by round 1 though.

 

[Randy Campbell]

I've been watching our replays on FoxTel for 3 months now (except Rnd 1 & 15 against Geelong & the Richmond game...) & I gotta say, that Sam Mitchell is a smart one - smart like a computer!

Take for example his quick kick forward from a contest. Most guys slam boot on ball & send it high & forward, hoping for distance/clearance from danger. Inevitably the ball reaches the next line which sees teammate facing the ball & opponent half a step behind, with body cover & best position - the opponent spoils the ball & all opponents charge forward onto it whereby our players are attempting to take possession & turn back toward goal. It's almost like a cleared kick from a contest is actually a negative as it favours the opposition in the next play.

But not that Mitchell - a huge % of his quick kicks forward from stoppages are kept low and deliberately fall short of the next line of players, meaning that our guys are actually in best position to lead their opponent to the ball.

I started to notice him doing this mid-year but never appreciated it until watching the replays. It's quite simple. Forwards (except that Buddy...) generally stand in front; defenders feel most at ease a 1/2 step behind & to the side of their opponent, remaining goal side but also having better body position for the aerial contest to punch. Mitch keeps his kicks low (head/chest high) & drops it short whilst gaining 20-25m to our advantage. It's ridiculous the number of times it worked in the QF against the AFL when guys like Lewis, Sewell, Gibbo, Lake & even Hodge just banged it on the boot & sent it high, seemingly assuming that high meant far & that far meant good.

Anyway, good work to young Mitchell - I reckon he's got a lot of upside that kid!

We seem to do alright with guys who do not get drafted in the first eligible year.

 

[SNAITHY]

Hi fellow Hawkies. Can someone please tell me if the shorts that the guys are wearing in the photos of them training on the Hawk's website are available to the public? The are the shorter, open legged 'running' short, I think would best describe them. Obviously I looked on Hawknest but could not find them.
Really keen to get a few pair if possible. Sank you all.