Rd 18 - Melbourne v Sydney @ Manuka

[Tuco]

Out: Brennan
In: Ablett

Question mark: How did Demspter go in the Ressies? Did he even play? Because I'd like to see him come back at some point too.

I did think Brennan provided a good contest around the ground. And he didn't fluff too many disposals. But that shot on goal shows there's still an element or two to his game that needs some polish.

Leo seemed confident it would only be a one week injury during his half time interview during the game. But I think Grundy showed enough that he can at least provide enough of a stopping role and a little pressure around the packs against another struggling side in Melb to allow Leo to get back to 100% with another week off.

I'd like to see Schmidt retain his spot. His tackling has really impressed me. Some might be concerned about his pace, but I don't think there's another tackler in the side who can slam his opponent into the dirt as well as Schmidts's been doing in the last couple of rounds. I keep expecting to see the stretcher come out if after he gets his hands on them. Plus he has goal sense which is pure gold in a midfield/bench that struggles to score.

The question for Melb is how many quarters will their senior group decide to provide. 1 or 2 won't even put them within 8 goals against the Swans. But if they stick it out, this could be a danger game. So I hope all who travel down/up for this one get right behind the red and white (unfortunately I can't make it to this one. ).

 

[RUNVS]

Does anyone else wish that 3 or 4 of our regular players miss this game to give several reserves players a shot. The 1 problem with having so few injuries is the Swans dont get to test out their young players and the Melbourne game would be the best game this year to test out unproven players so Roos knows where the team stands come finals time when we might need some of those young players.

 

[Footylover1]

Does anyone else wish that 3 or 4 of our regular players miss this game to give several reserves players a shot. The 1 problem with having so few injuries is the Swans dont get to test out their young players and the Melbourne game would be the best game this year to test out unproven players so Roos knows where the team stands come finals time when we might need some of those young players.

NO!!! This is a danger game, no way should we be resting players.

 

[Mister B]

Does anyone else wish that 3 or 4 of our regular players miss this game to give several reserves players a shot. The 1 problem with having so few injuries is the Swans dont get to test out their young players and the Melbourne game would be the best game this year to test out unproven players so Roos knows where the team stands come finals time when we might need some of those young players.

This has perhaps been the biggest problem this year with our injuries. Because of our magical run with injuries, the reserves players have not had as many opportunities against quality opposition as most. Hopefully the few that have been promoted for a game or two this year will use it as a springboard, creating a real fight for the final four or so places in the side.

 

[Bloods boy from the Bush]

Does anyone else wish that 3 or 4 of our regular players miss this game to give several reserves players a shot. The 1 problem with having so few injuries is the Swans dont get to test out their young players and the Melbourne game would be the best game this year to test out unproven players so Roos knows where the team stands come finals time when we might need some of those young players.

5 Weeks before the finals we should be using a game like this get our best 22 in form for the finals not stuffing around with kid who may never make it. Anybody remember the last two or three pre-season comps thats where we play kids and rest stars not in round 18 when were fighting to stay in the 8.

 

[RUNVS]

5 Weeks before the finals we should be using a game like this get our best 22 in form for the finals not stuffing around with kid who may never make it. Anybody remember the last two or three pre-season comps thats where we play kids and rest stars not in round 18 when were fighting to stay in the 8.

Wheres your sense of adventure?

 

[Tuco]

5 Weeks before the finals we should be using a game like this get our best 22 in form for the finals not stuffing around with kid who may never make it. Anybody remember the last two or three pre-season comps thats where we play kids and rest stars not in round 18 when were fighting to stay in the 8.

I agree with this. And Tiger certainly needs every minute of gametime he can get right now. But I don't agree we should be putting players we'll desperately need in the finals into this game under injury clouds. Very happy to see Leo come back into this game. But if he's any risk of twingeing something, rest him I say.

 

[oldman -pop]

The word is No change

Only reason is Ablett still recovering from his illness (soreness)

But if deemed fit he will come in for Brennan

 

[s2 Swans Dragons]

Ablett in as expected, i wonder who will be omitted. Dempster and Laidlaw also in on an extended bench.

 

[Footylover1]

Ablett in as expected, i wonder who will be omitted. Dempster and Laidlaw also in on an extended bench.

I hope not Luke Brennan.

 

[bradmanstandguy]

Does anyone else wish that 3 or 4 of our regular players miss this game to give several reserves players a shot. The 1 problem with having so few injuries is the Swans dont get to test out their young players and the Melbourne game would be the best game this year to test out unproven players so Roos knows where the team stands come finals time when we might need some of those young players.

No way! Your kidding arent you? The bottom clubs at this time of year are like
wounded animals,a lot of players ,playing for their futures. Add coach sackings
into the mix,and your bottom clubs, are hell bent on proving themselves.
Big danger game!! We have to win this one with a full strenth 1st team .

 

[s2 Swans Dragons]

No way! Your kidding arent you? The bottom clubs at this time of year are like
wounded animals,a lot of players ,playing for their futures. Add coach sackings
into the mix,and your bottom clubs, are hell bent on proving themselves.
Big danger game!! We have to win this one with a full strenth 1st team .

bradmanstandguy is right. We cannot afford to give a few of the seconds a game at this time of the year over our almost full strength team for all those reasons.

 

[CAS79]

bradmanstandguy is right. We cannot afford to give a few of the seconds a game at this time of the year over our almost full strength team for all those reasons.

I agree with you that beware the wounded pride.

Though if any of our players are in need of a week to get their body right before the finals this is it.

I would prefer to go in with a full strength side in to any match but sometimes you’ve got to choose to rest someone at some point and if we need to this is the game I feel.

 

[Bloods boy from the Bush]

Resting playings is an absolute load of crap. If players aren't fit enough top play every game in a season then why are they on the list. If there is a time to rest it's between October and February instead of doing the Kokoda trail or going to Arizonia which is just rubbish.

 

[Obeanie1]

Does anyone else wish that 3 or 4 of our regular players miss this game to give several reserves players a shot. The 1 problem with having so few injuries is the Swans dont get to test out their young players and the Melbourne game would be the best game this year to test out unproven players so Roos knows where the team stands come finals time when we might need some of those young players.

Bingo!! This is the "Double edged sword" at work!

The Swans have gained allot of respect from the rest of the competition and the media for being able to keep the same 22 - 25 in the team for the past three years. I have questioned what do they have in the water over there? (no this in NOT an Akermanis type query). Do they have some super physio or doctor? What?

The negative side to this is, yes, you don't get a look at players 26 - 44 very much and have not "invested" many games in developing the lower part of your list. This could create problems if 4-5 players get injured prior to or during finals. More importantly in the next 2-3 years when your aging champions retire the young developing players will come in underdone in their development compared to other players of the same age.

The Swans have shown they are very good at attracting mature players to Sydney, because of your fortunate run with injuries I expect over the next 2 years you will need to attract several more to get the mix right.

If Fevola move's I expect him to go to the Swans next year.

 

[Footylover1]

I don't know about Brendan Fevola, I think he's a bit of a trouble maker and could upset the apple cart. I have my eyes set on Courtney Johns from Essendon. If we can snare him, we can groom him up as a key strong tall forward to replace Hall down the track. Johns is only 22 and would fit in well in our forwardline. And plus he's out of contract at the Bombers, I have read.

But you made quite a few interesting points though Obeanie1. I think you'll see players like Matthew Laidlaw and Daniel O'Keeffe getting more of a go next year. Usually, when things go well, Roos likes to keep the younger players in the reserves for 12 months as part of their development.

 

[rancidpants13]

I don't know about Brendan Fevola, I think he's a bit of a trouble maker and could upset the apple cart. I have my eyes set on Courtney Johns from Essendon. If we can snare him, we can groom him up as a key strong tall forward to replace Hall down the track. Johns is only 22 and would fit in well in our forwardline. And plus he's out of contract at the Bombers, I have read.

But you made quite a few interesting points though Obeanie1. I think you'll see players like Matthew Laidlaw and Daniel O'Keeffe getting more of a go next year. Usually, when things go well, Roos likes to keep the younger players in the reserves for 12 months as part of their development.

JESSE WHITE JESSE WHITE JESSE WHITE (obviously "Jesse" in some obscure language translates as "Red and")

 

[charged22]

brennan is in.. schmit is omitted. dont think he deserved to be though.

 

[Footylover1]

brennan is in.. schmit is omitted. dont think he deserved to be though.

Schmidt is out??? No way!!! That's harsh.

 

[Footylover1]

JESSE WHITE JESSE WHITE JESSE WHITE (obviously "Jesse" in some obscure language translates as "Red and")

Yeah but you can't have too many forwards mate. I'll still recruit Courtney Johns. In years to come, we can have Johns and White dominating up forward for the Swannies.

 

[SWANNIES RULE]

Why is Jude in there instead of Schmidt?

Wouldn't have anything to do with reputation would it?

 

[natlovestheswans]

Poor Schmidt.

;(

 

[s2 Swans Dragons]

Poor Schmidt.

;(

Hey i was going to say that!! lol
Poor Schmidt

 

[Footylover1]

I will thirded it, poor Schmidt.

 

[s2 Swans Dragons]

I swear, why do teams we verse that are going crap because of injuries, and when its our round to verse them, the good players come back from injury or suspension. For example, us verse Weagles, they got back like 5 star players. And now the Demons, they get back Pickett, Davey and Carroll.