Game Day Round 3, 2024: West Coast vs Western Bulldogs

[Dom sheed pocket]

He shouldn't really even be in the discussion, that's why.

Nobody actually thinks even Simpson is dumb enough to bring him back after 1 WAFL game. That said, why is he even on the extended bench and supposedly in the mix? Where is Burgiel (apparently he's had his appendix out and yet is still an arguably better selection than Gaff) or Hall? Why have we, in a supposedly rebuilding team not moved on from the slow as treacle, soon to be 32yr old who's footballing confidence is at an all time low?

1 week in the WAFL doesn't fix that, let alone a WAFL practice game against an understrength team.

Just like last week, after they dropped him then named him anyway, it's a very bizarre thing for the MC to be doing.

Hall is on managed minutes. He’s not as close to selection as some would like to think imo. Will be another 1-2 maybe even 3 WAFL games before he really comes into contention.

Gaff on the bench is fine, even as travelling emergency.

 

[Dom sheed pocket]

And he didn't;t really set tasty alight either. 29 disposals and one goal in a WAFL practice match isn't knocking the door down IMO.

I don’t think anyone is under any illusions that he did dominate or knock it out of the park. He wasn’t listed by the club as a stand out in the WAFL write up.

 

[Dark Sharks]

What good does bringing him along as a traveling emergency do for him finding touch and getting his football mojo back in a competitive hitout?

Absolutely nothing.

 

[Dom sheed pocket]

What good does bringing him along as a traveling emergency do for him finding touch and getting his football mojo back in a competitive hitout?

Absolutely nothing.

I’d much rather Gaff to have a week off footy than Hall or Johnston.

How does not playing footy at any level help a young player develop?

 

[Broken_Chairs]

Oof, Gaff?

 

[Miguel Sanchez]

What good does bringing him along as a traveling emergency do for him finding touch and getting his football mojo back in a competitive hitout?

Absolutely nothing.

Not all the emergencies travel. Usually it’s only one. Dewar was the only one we took to Adelaide two weeks ago.

I’d much rather Gaff to have a week off footy than Hall or Johnston.

How does not playing footy at any level help a young player develop?

And if Gaff does travel, this is the upside.

 

[thebutterflyeffect]

I’d much rather Gaff to have a week off footy than Hall or Johnston.

How does not playing footy at any level help a young player develop?

I'd think having someone of Gaffs experience in the WAFL would be very beneficial. He should be one of the better players plus he should provide some much needed leadership. I do hope he comes back into the firsts after he bangs the door down but this week I'd rather see him support our younger boys develop in the WAFL then play for the AFL side or travel as an emergency.

 

[Keys]

Simpson said on 6PR we’re all not planning on taking 24 across

Said Johnston is in the 26 because he’s been playing well but also said he’s probably not quite ready for AFL

Was noncommittal on the likelihood of Gaff playing

Suspect Johnston travels for the experience whilst Gaff stays home

One of Jilliams or Barnett to stay home to play WAFL

 

[Get_The_Gaff]

We have a 9 day road trip .

Much better for the young guys to miss the wafl and travel even if they don't play.

The young guys bonding is priceless

 

[Bleedblueandgold]

Always knew it was gonna be one and done for Gaff's WAFL stint.

 

[Miguel Sanchez]

Always knew it was gonna be one and done for Gaff's WAFL stint.

Don't make me tap the sign.

 

[Cuzz09]

Simmo: "Johnstone is not ready for AFL Footy"

Simmo: *selects Johnstone



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[Ghossein]

Simmo: "Johnstone is not ready for AFL Footy"

Simmo: *selects Johnstone



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who is john stone

 

[Cuzz09]

who is john stone

lol I thought it had an E

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[Cuzz09]

Nick Stones brother?



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[TY24]

He shouldn't really even be in the discussion, that's why.

Nobody actually thinks even Simpson is dumb enough to bring him back after 1 WAFL game. That said, why is he even on the extended bench and supposedly in the mix? Where is Burgiel (apparently he's had his appendix out and yet is still an arguably better selection than Gaff) or Hall? Why have we, in a supposedly rebuilding team not moved on from the slow as treacle, soon to be 32yr old who's footballing confidence is at an all time low?

1 week in the WAFL doesn't fix that, let alone a WAFL practice game against an understrength team.

Just like last week, after they dropped him then named him anyway, it's a very bizarre thing for the MC to be doing.

Pretty sure it’s been mentioned already but I’d rather have Gaff as the travelling emergency and let the kids play for the Beagles. Seems a bit pointless to take someone like a Dewar away with us and have him sit on the pine for 2 weeks when he could be getting valuable minutes.

Gaff isn’t playing WAFL to develop, he’s there to send a message to himself and the rest of the squad. He’s not missing out on anything by not playing.

 

[Ghossein]

Nick Stones brother?



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John Stones joins Kyle Walker in being forced off injured while on duty with England during this break; the pair, along with Manuel Akanji, are doubts for Man Citys title-race clash with Arsenal at the Etihad on Sunday, which is live on Sky Sports Premier League; kick-off 4.30pm

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he sounds like an eagle already

 

[TY24]

Preview has been updated to reflect Coby getting his appendix hacked out of him in a dark alley in Balga, now with extra memes.

 

[maverick001]

I was pretty close: Gaff, Jilliams and Johnston added to the extended bench.

And Burgiel had his appendix out yesterday so he’s out for a few weeks. Who had “removed appendix” in Unique Injury Bingo?

Simpson said on 6PR we’re all not planning on taking 24 across

Said Johnston is in the 26 because he’s been playing well but also said he’s probably not quite ready for AFL

Was noncommittal on the likelihood of Gaff playing

Suspect Johnston travels for the experience whilst Gaff stays home

One of Jilliams or Barnett to stay home to play WAFL

Pleased to hear Johnstone is progressing well then!

 

[PremiershipNo4]

I’d just like to give this bloke the big thumbs up, I’ve never seen him not give his all, obviously put a heap of work in, both on the track and in the gym, just about always played as an undersized ruckman, and now learning the ropes down back.
If every player tried as hard as this young fella, we’d be sitting prouder than a honeymooners dick.
Great stuff Callum!

 

[GoEaglesGoSGIO]

I’d just like to give this bloke the big thumbs up, I’ve never seen him not give his all, obviously put a heap of work in, both on the track and in the gym, just about always played as an undersized ruckman, and now learning the ropes down back.
If every player tried as hard as this young fella, we’d be sitting prouder than a honeymooners dick.
Great stuff Callum!
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Simmo just gotta leave him down back and see how it goes long term. Stop moving him forward, then to ruck when he will never play in those positions long term

 

[Cuzz09]

pioneer!!

Nicholas G. Stone (born 19 September 1972) is a former Australian rules footballer who played with the West Coast Eagles in the Australian Football League (AFL). He was the first person to be charged under the AFL's anti-doping code with recreational drug.[1]

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[FKASC]

pioneer!!

Nicholas G. Stone (born 19 September 1972) is a former Australian rules footballer who played with the West Coast Eagles in the Australian Football League (AFL). He was the first person to be charged under the AFL's anti-doping code with recreational drug.[1]

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Nicholas Stoned

 

[Keys]

Can you lot stop whinging now

 

[WCErevival]

So who IS playing?