Welcome to the Swans 2016 thread
Draw
Round 1 Saturday, March 26 - SYD v COLL @ ANZ 7:25pm
Round 2 Sunday, April 03 - CARL v SYD @ ES 4:40pm
Round 3 Saturday, April 09 - SYD v GWS @ SCG 4:35pm
Round 4 Saturday, April 16 - ADEL v SYD @ AO 7:10pm
Round 5 Saturday, April 23 - SYD v WCE @ SCG 1:40pm
Round 6 Sunday, May 01 - BL v SYD @ G 1:10pm
Round 7 Saturday, May 07 - SYD v ESS @ ANZ 4:35pm
Round 8 Saturday, May 14 - RICH v SYD @ MCG 7:25pm
Round 9 Friday, May 20 - HAW v SYD @ MCG 7:50pm
Round 10 Friday, May 27 - SYD v NMFC @ SCG 7:50pm
Round 11 Saturday, June 04 - GCFC v SYD @ MS 7:25pm
Round 12 Sunday, June 12 - GWS v SYD @ SPO 4:40pm
Round 13 Sunday, June 19 - SYD v MELB @ SCG 1:10pm
Round 14 BYE
Round 15 Saturday, July 02 - SYD v WB @ SCG 4:35pm
Round 16 Friday, July 08 - GEEL v SYD @ SS 7:50pm
Round 17 Thursday, July 14 - SYD v HAW @ SCG 7:20pm
Round 18 Saturday, July 23 - SYD v CARL @ ANZ 1:45pm
Round 19 Sunday, July 31 - FRE v SYD @ DS 1:20pm
Round 20 Saturday, August 06 - SYD v PORT @ SCG 1:45pm
Round 21 Saturday, August 13 - STK v SYD @ ES 7:25pm
Round 22 Saturday, August 20 - NMFC v SYD @ BA 1:45pm
Round 23 Saturday, August 27 - SYD v RICH @ SCG 12:00pm
Senior List
1 James Rose
2 Alex Johnson
3 Jarrad McVeigh
4 Dan Hannebery
5 Isaac Heeney
6 Tom Mitchell
7 Harry Cunningham
8 Kurt Tippett
9 Abaina Davis
10 Zak Jones
11 Jeremy Laidler
12 Josh Kennedy
13 Toby Nankervis
14 Callum Mills
15 Kieren Jack
16 Gary Rohan
17 Jack Hiscox
18 Callum Sinclair
19 Tom Derickx
20 Sam Reid
21 Ben McGlynn
22 Dean Towers
23 Lance Franklin
24 Dane Rampe
25 Ted Richards
26 Luke Parker
27 Daniel Robinson
29 George Hewett
30 Tyrone Leonardis
32 Michael Talia
33 Brandon Jack
34 Jordan Dawson
35 Sam Naismith
36 Aliir Aliir
39 Heath Grundy
40 Nick Smith
42 Xavier Richards
44 Jake Lloyd
Rookie List
28 Nic Newman
31 Harry Marsh
38 Colin O'Riordan
41 Tom Papley
43 Lewis Melican
45 Jordan Foote
46 Sam Murray (B)
47 Kyle Galloway (B)
Harry Marsh was delisted but was reselected in the Rookie draft.
I feel sorry for the Elephant
Quote from: Capper on November 27, 2015, 01:09:44 PM
Harry Marsh was delisted but was reselected in the Rookie draft.
I feel sorry for the Elephant
in the room??
I am sorry Lil LLoyd Perris didnt get another crack.
Too many knee ops
Adam Curley has put together his best 22 for the Swans on 2016
B: Dane Rampe, Ted Richards, Nick Smith
HB: Zak Jones, Heath Grundy, Jarrad McVeigh
C: Dan Hannebery, Josh Kennedy, Kieren Jack
HF: Isaac Heeney, Sam Reid, Harry Cunningham
F: Callum Sinclair, Lance Franklin,Ben McGlynn
Foll: Kurt Tippett, Luke Parker, Tom Mitchell
I/C: Callum Mills, Jake Lloyd, Jeremy Laidler, Dean Towers
DEPTH
Key-position defenders: Aliir Aliir, Michael Talia, Xavier Richards
General defenders: Alex Johnson, Lewis Melican*, Nick Newman*, Colin O'Riordan*
Key-position forwards: Nil
General forwards: Brandon Jack, Tom Papley*, Gary Rohan, James Rose
Midfielders: Abe Davis, Jordan Dawson, Jordan Foote*, George Hewett, Jack Hiscox, Tyrone Leonardis, Harry Marsh*, Sam Murray*, Dan Robinson
Rucks: Tom Derickx, Kyle Galloway*, Sam Naismith, Toby Nankervis
The retirement of Adam Goodes, Rhyce Shaw and Mike Pyke robs the Swans of plenty of premiership experience, but they have recruited well and should have the young players to step up. Zak Jones spent time in defence in the second half of 2015 and should get first crack at Shaw's vacant role with his impressive speed and foot skills. Callum Sinclair slots straight into the side as the back-up ruckman with Kurt Tippett assuming the No.1 role from Pyke. Star draftee Callum Mills should play straight away, while an injury free Ben McGlynn also helps cover the loss of Goodes. Elsewhere, Jeremy Laidler can replace Jones against taller opposition and will battle former Dog Michael Talia for a spot down back, while renowned tacklers Brandon Jack and Gary Rohan need more offensive output if they're to win a spot in the forward line. - Adam Curley
I dont think Mills gets starts next year due to the fact that he has only played about 12 games in the last 2 year. If he is fit i think he beats Dean Towers in to the best 22.
My team:
Talia in, Rampe to HB, Macca to Wing, KJack to HF, Cunners to bench, Laidler dropped.
Gary Rohan in for Mills
B: Michael Talia, Ted Richards, Nick Smith
HB: Zak Jones, Heath Grundy, Dane Rampe
C: Dan Hannebery, Josh Kennedy, Jarrad McVeigh
HF: Isaac Heeney, Sam Reid, Kieren Jack
F: Callum Sinclair, Lance Franklin, Ben McGlynn
Foll: Kurt Tippett, Luke Parker, Tom Mitchell
I/C: Gary Rohan, Jake Lloyd, Harry Cunningham, Dean Towers
DEPTH
Key-position defenders: Aliir Aliir, Xavier Richards
General defenders: Jeremy Laidler, Alex Johnson, Lewis Melican*, Nick Newman*, Colin O'Riordan*
Key-position forwards: Abe Davis
General forwards: Brandon Jack, Tom Papley*, James Rose
Midfielders: Callum Mills, Jordan Dawson, Jordan Foote*, George Hewett, Jack Hiscox, Tyrone Leonardis, Harry Marsh*, Sam Murray*, Dan Robinson
Rucks: Tom Derickx, Kyle Galloway*, Sam Naismith, Toby Nankervis
With the inclusion of Sinclair in the ruck likely to push Tippet into the forward line more, do you think Sam Reid will be playing less forward time in 2016? :P
Quote from: iZander on December 01, 2015, 12:03:34 AM
With the inclusion of Sinclair in the ruck likely to push Tippet into the forward line more, do you think Sam Reid will be playing less forward time in 2016? :P
prob the opposite mate. tippo is quite likely our #1 ruck option, unless Sinclair comes bursting out, tippo will play at least 60% ruck i would think
Quote from: SydneyRox on December 01, 2015, 12:12:20 AM
Quote from: iZander on December 01, 2015, 12:03:34 AM
With the inclusion of Sinclair in the ruck likely to push Tippet into the forward line more, do you think Sam Reid will be playing less forward time in 2016? :P
prob the opposite mate. tippo is quite likely our #1 ruck option, unless Sinclair comes bursting out, tippo will play at least 60% ruck i would think
I like the sound of that :) But Sincliar also looked like a decent big target up forward as well :P
whats with all the tongue work?
The Swans are tall enough with out Sinclair with Buddy, Reid and Tippo.
Like Matty, i expect Tippo to be the no 1 ruck with Sinclair No 2. Whom ever isnt rucking will play FF with buddy scouting the HF line
Quote from: Capper on December 01, 2015, 12:47:48 AM
whats with all the tongue work?
The Swans are tall enough with out Sinclair with Buddy, Reid and Tippo.
Like Matty, i expect Tippo to be the no 1 ruck with Sinclair No 2. Whom ever isnt rucking will play FF with buddy scouting the HF line
I don't like it ... Tippett as no1 ruck is a 'waste' - he needs to be closer to goal.
he's not a roaming half-fwd type and at best in the ruck he's a 'chop out' filler imo ...
Didn't they basically tell Sinclair he will be number 1 ruck and that is why he decided to sign with Swans
surprise, surprise, Hiscox takes out the time trial
http://www.sydneyswans.com.au/news/2015-12-02/hiscox-tops-time-trial
Skilton, Kelly and now Mills wears the No. 14
http://www.afl.com.au/news/2015-12-04/swans-exciting-draftee-to-wear-skilton-kellys-no14
http://www.sydneyswans.com.au/news/2015-12-14/franklin-talia-undergo-minor-surgery
Buddy having surgery on his finger
QuoteFull-forward Lance Franklin will have an operation to repair a recurring finger injury, but will be fit to return to training as scheduled in January.
Franklin, who hasn’t missed a session since returning to training on November 30, has opted for the minor operation to repair a bone spur which has hindered his ball handling so far this pre-season.
Head Physiotherapist and Rehabilitation Coordinator Matt Cameron said the procedure shouldn’t hinder Franklin’s program during the Christmas break before the players return on January 4.
Talia running but know contact yet, McVeigh only doing bike work, Jones improving
QuoteTalia dislocated a finger during a tackling drill and has since had surgery to repair the injury while McVeigh and Jones continued steady comebacks from respective knee operations during the off-season.
Cameron said McVeigh’s procedure, to repair damaged knee cartilage, was more extensive with the co-captain unable to run for the past three months.
Parker back to full training, KJack, Reid, McGlynn, Heeney, Foote and Naismith on modified training,
QuoteLuke Parker, Kieren Jack and Sam Reid are continuing to make steady progress in their recovery from season ending injuries.
Parker (ankle) has already joined the main group for full training while Jack (knee) and Reid (hamstring) have been completing modified sessions and should re-join the squad in mid-January.
Ben McGlynn (calf), Isaac Heeney (knee), Jordan Foote (shin) and Sam Naismith (groin) are on modified programs with the intent of nursing them back into full training in the coming weeks.
http://www.sydneyswans.com.au/news/2015-12-15/parker-returns-to-full-training
A lot of injuries for the Swnas preseason, hopefully this doesnt mean a slow start to the season.
No mention of how Mills is progressing
not overly concerned since it is before xmas. especially since most of these guys are best 22 players and they can have a light first half of preseason IMO
New numbers
AJ moved to number 2
Mills 14
Sinclair 18
Leonardis 30
Talia 32
Dawson 34
O'Riordan 38
Papley 41
Murry 46
Galloway 47
another day another crack at the best 22 for the Swans
http://www.foxsports.com.au/afl/afl-premiership/sydney-swans-best-22-2016-callum-sinclair-wants-no-1-ruck-spot-callum-mills-to-add-mdifield-depth/story-e6frf3e3-1227687776810
QuoteSYDNEY’S BEST 22
B: Nick Smith, Ted Richards, Zak Jones
HB: Dane Rampe, Heath Grundy, Jarrad McVeigh
C: Tom Mitchell, Luke Parker, Gary Rohan
HF: Kieran Jack, Sam Reid, Isaac Heeney
F: Brandon Jack, Lance Franklin, Jake Lloyd
FOLL: Kurt Tippett, Josh Kennedy, Dan Hannebery
I/C: Callum Sinclair, Harry Cunningham, Callum Mills, Dean Towers
EMERGENCY: Jeremy Laidler, Michael Talia, Ben McGlynn
OTHER: Aliir Aliir, Abaina Davis, Jordan Dawson, Tom Derickx, George Hewett, Alex Johnson, Tyrone Leonardis, Sam Naismith, Xavier Richards, Daniel Robinson, James Rose
ROOKIES: Jordan Foote, Harrison Marsh, Lewis Melican, Nicholas Newman, Thomas Papley, Kyle Galloway, Samuel Murray, Colin O’Riordan
Interesting that they left Nankervis and Hiscox out of the list all together
5 year contract extension for JB jnr aka Parker
http://www.afl.com.au/news/2016-01-22/key-swan-signs-new-deal-to-end-of-2021
Sydney Swans defender Aliir Aliir has been sworn in as one of eight new ambassadors to the AFL's Multicultural Program.
QuoteHe joined Dayne Zorko (Brisbane), Tom Hawkins (Geelong), Tendai Mzungu (Fremantle), Adam Saad (Gold Coast), Tom Nicholls (Gold Coast), Jason Johannisen (Western Bulldogs) plus female representatives Sabrina Frederick-Traub (Melbourne/Peel Thunderbirds) and Darcy Vescio (Western Bulldogs/Darebin Falcons) in the 18-strong group.
The new additions join existing ambassadors David Zaharakis (Essendon), Stephen Coniglio (GWS), Paul Puopolo (Hawthorn), Shem Tatupu (Hawthorn), Alipate Carlile (Port Adelaide), Jimmy Toumpas (Port Adelaide), Bachar Houli (Richmond), Lin Jong (Western Bulldogs) and Nic Naitanui (West Coast).
http://www.sydneyswans.com.au/news/2016-01-21/aliir-aliir-sworn-in-as-multicultural-ambassador
Quote from: Capper on January 22, 2016, 02:18:04 PM
5 year contract extension for JB jnr aka Parker
http://www.afl.com.au/news/2016-01-22/key-swan-signs-new-deal-to-end-of-2021
Huge signing, well done boys
Quote from: Ricochet on January 23, 2016, 12:53:42 AM
Quote from: Capper on January 22, 2016, 02:18:04 PM
5 year contract extension for JB jnr aka Parker
http://www.afl.com.au/news/2016-01-22/key-swan-signs-new-deal-to-end-of-2021
Huge signing, well done boys
Gee the swans Like Long contracts don't they for special players. If a player is worth it why not. Well done although 5 years is a long time in footy.
Gotta be happy with that. He's a special player.
Will be interesting to see what happens to Kurt when he comes off contract
Any news on how McVeigh is travelling?
Quote from: quinny88 on January 26, 2016, 02:08:59 AM
Any news on how McVeigh is travelling?
last i heard he was only on the bike and did some ball skills (no kicking). Isnt participating in drills at the camps
Quote from: Capper on January 26, 2016, 11:56:55 AM
Quote from: quinny88 on January 26, 2016, 02:08:59 AM
Any news on how McVeigh is travelling?
last i heard he was only on the bike and did some ball skills (no kicking). Isnt participating in drills at the camps
Doesn't sound too good! Hopefully he's alright for round 1
Will be underdone in the NAB Cup but should be right for R1
Quote from: Ringo on January 23, 2016, 11:46:13 AM
Quote from: Ricochet on January 23, 2016, 12:53:42 AM
Quote from: Capper on January 22, 2016, 02:18:04 PM
5 year contract extension for JB jnr aka Parker
http://www.afl.com.au/news/2016-01-22/key-swan-signs-new-deal-to-end-of-2021
Huge signing, well done boys
Gee the swans Like Long contracts don't they for special players. If a player is worth it why not. Well done although 5 years is a long time in footy.
He’s in his prime …
Quote from: enzedder on January 23, 2016, 04:14:24 PM
Gotta be happy with that. He's a special player.
I’ll say, I’m happy with it … ;)
Quote from: Capper on January 27, 2016, 04:23:09 PM
Will be underdone in the NAB Cup but should be right for R1
still, bit of a concern SC-DT wise ... :-X :P ;)
Quote from: quinny88 on January 26, 2016, 03:51:21 PM
Quote from: Capper on January 26, 2016, 11:56:55 AM
Quote from: quinny88 on January 26, 2016, 02:08:59 AM
Any news on how McVeigh is travelling?
last i heard he was only on the bike and did some ball skills (no kicking). Isnt participating in drills at the camps
Doesn't sound too good! Hopefully he's alright for round 1
Just started running this week
http://www.afl.com.au/news/2016-01-27/veteran-swan-back-on-the-path-to-full-fitness
Smith extends for 2 years 8) :)
http://www.afl.com.au/news/2016-01-29/swans-lock-in-another-key-cog-as-underrated-backman-signs-new-deal
That on top of JB Jnr is some pretty damn good contracts in the last week!!
http://www.afl.com.au/news/2016-02-03/swan-puts-his-hand-up-for-shaws-attacking-role
With Shaw gone (and Esky the year before), who is the likely running/rebounding defender? or will the role be shared?
The article looks at Laidler, I would have thought Rampe or even Jones are likely to play a part here?
Jones is shower, Rampe and Laidler already have their roles in the team. Mills will play off half back.
yeah they tried jones and it didnt work. Really bad disposal efficiency, although Shaw was also bad so it might be a like for like.
Hard to say, McVeigh has only just started running, Rampe might be a chance if Talia starts in the 22. Not sure where Mills, Titch, Heeney and Lloyd have been playing in the trials
Naismith hopeful of playing in the NAB Cup
http://www.sydneyswans.com.au/news/2016-02-06/naismiths-recovery-nearing-an-end
Swans Intra on @ 5pm today
Alex Johnson, Jarrad McVeigh, Daniel Hannebery, Zak Jones, Jeremy Laidler, Gary Rohan, Ben McGlynn, Ted Richards, Lewis Melican, Jordan Foote and Sam Murray not playing
#TeamRed
5. Isaac Heeney
6. Tom Mitchell
7. Harry Cunningham
8. Kurt Tippett
12. Josh Kennedy
15. Kieren Jack
18. Callum Sinclair
20. Sam Reid
22. Dean Towers
23. Lance Franklin
26. Luke Parker
28. Nic Newman
30. Tyrone Leonardis
32. Michael Talia
38. Colin O’Riordan
42. Xavier Richards
44. Jake Lloyd
53. Ryan Hebron*
#TeamWhite
1. James Rose
5. Callum Mills
9. Abe Davis
13. Toby Nankervis
17. Jack Hiscox
19. Tom Derickx
24. Dane Rampe
27. Dan Robinson
29. George Hewett
31. Harry Marsh
33. Brandon Jack
34. Jordan Dawson
35. Jake Veale*
36. Aliir Aliir
39. Heath Grundy
40. Nick Smith
41. Tom Papley
47. Kyle Galloway
* Denotes QBE Sydney Swans Academy player
Adam CurleyVerified account â€@AdamCurleyMedia 39m39 minutes ago
Draftees Mills & Leonardis very good off HB on opp sides. Both composed & sharp under pressure #SwansIntra
I assume we won't see too much of a change in role for Rampe?
Just having a browse of his fantasy scores and he hit 120+ three times last season with another couple of tons thrown in too but had some revolting sub 50 scores too...
If Talia comes in then that frees him up to take Shaw's role. But there is also some talk of Mills playing off HB
Quote from: Capper on February 16, 2016, 02:13:25 PM
If Talia comes in then that frees him up to take Shaw's role. But there is also some talk of Mills playing off HB
I noticed there was some stuff about Z.Jones vying for that role too. Should be interesting, has proven he can score insanely well on occasion!
Also just read that Macca will be coaching the team this weekend.
Is this the last year for Macca playing as a Swan??
http://www.theage.com.au/afl/afl-news/jarrad-mcveigh-to-make-sydney-swans-coaching-debut-20160215-gmuwra.html
Would like him to go one more year to get to 300
Quote from: elephants on February 16, 2016, 02:14:38 PM
Quote from: Capper on February 16, 2016, 02:13:25 PM
If Talia comes in then that frees him up to take Shaw's role. But there is also some talk of Mills playing off HB
I noticed there was some stuff about Z.Jones vying for that role too. Should be interesting, has proven he can score insanely well on occasion!
Jones was tried last year and failed massively. Dont know if they will try again. He was terrible at disposing the ball
Team named to play Port
Sydney Swans v Port Adelaide at Blacktown International Sportspark (Sydney), 4.40pm AEDT
SYDNEY SWANS
1. James Rose, 4. Dan Hannebery, 5. Isaac Heeney, 6. Tom Mitchell, 7. Harry Cunningham, 8. Kurt Tippett, 11. Jeremy Laidler, 12. Josh P. Kennedy, 13. Toby Nankervis, 14. Callum Mills, 17. Jack Hiscox, 18. Callum Sinclair, 22. Dean Towers, 23. Lance Franklin, 24. Dane Rampe 26. Luke Parker, 27. Daniel Robinson, 29. George Hewett, 30. Tyrone Leonardis, 31. Harry Marsh, 32. Michael Talia, 33. Brandon Jack, 34. Jordan Dawson, 36. Aliir Aliir, 39. Heath Grundy, 40. Nick Smith, 41. Tom Papley, 42. Xavier Richards, 44. Jake Lloyd.
Really keen to see how Mills and Leonardis play this weekend
Heath Grundy, Dan Hannebery and Dane Rampe will join co-captains Jarrad McVeigh, Kieren Jack along with Josh Kennedy, Nick Smith and Luke Parker in the new-look leadership group this season.
http://www.sydneyswans.com.au/news/2016-02-18/fresh-trio-join-leadership-group
Tommy Mitchell! :')
Contract extension on the table for Kurt
http://www.sydneyswans.com.au/news/2016-02-19/tippetts-form-triggers-new-contract
Macca, McGlynn and eid all set to miss R1
http://www.afl.com.au/news/2016-03-02/swans-cocaptain-mcveigh-set-to-miss-round-one-clash-with-collingwood
This will make for an interesting side for R1
Heeney a chance to play v Giants this weekend
Is McGlynn even an integral member of the 22?
Sydney Swans v Greater Western Sydney
Friday, March 4, 7.10pm AEDT at Drummoyne Oval in Sydney
SYDNEY SWANS
1. James Rose, 4. Dan Hannebery, 5. Isaac Heeney, 6. Tom Mitchell, 7. Harry Cunningham, 8. Kurt Tippett, 10. Zak Jones, 11. Jeremy Laidler, 12. Josh P. Kennedy, 13. Toby Nankervis, 14. Callum Mills, 15. Kieren Jack, 18. Callum Sinclair, 22. Dean Towers, 23. Lance Franklin, 24. Dane Rampe, 26. Luke Parker, 27. Daniel Robinson, 28. Nic Newman, 29. George Hewett, 32. Michael Talia, 33. Brandon Jack, 34. Jordan Dawson, 36. Aliir Aliir, 39. Heath Grundy, 40. Nick Smith, 41. Tom Papley, 42. Xavier Richards, 44. Jake Lloyd
Quote from: elephants on March 02, 2016, 12:50:09 PM
Is McGlynn even an integral member of the 22?
Touch and go for me. Could be since he was given more mid time last year but i prefer him in the fwds.
Towers has his spot atm
Rooster out for 8 weeks
http://www.afl.com.au/news/2016-03-03/hamstring-outs-swan-gary-rohan-for-at-least-two-months
think i am pretty happy with almost everyone picking swans as the slider!!
cant wait for round 1 demolition of the Pies
Quote from: SydneyRox on March 04, 2016, 02:18:09 AM
think i am pretty happy with almost everyone picking swans as the slider!!
cant wait for round 1 demolition of the Pies
Round 1 team will be interesting this season.
Reid, Macca, McGlynn in doubt. Rohan out, Heeney sore.
B: Dane Rampe, Ted Richards, Nick Smith
HB: Zak Jones, Heath Grundy, Callum Mills
C: Dan Hannebery, Josh Kennedy, Kieren Jack
HF: Dean Towers, Lance Franklin, Harry Cunningham
F: Brandon Jack, Callum Sinclair, James Rose
Foll: Kurt Tippett, Luke Parker, Tom Mitchell
I/C: George Hewett, Jake Lloyd, Jeremy Laidler, Dan Robinson
Out/Questionable: Alex Johnson, Jarrad McVeigh, Sam Reid, Ben McGlynn, Isaac Heeney, Gary Rohan
Hewett in would be nice,gives he a chance as well to try keep a spot in the team
Quote from: LF on March 04, 2016, 02:10:38 PM
Hewett in would be nice,gives he a chance as well to try keep a spot in the team
maybe but Macca will come straight in when fit enough
So Heeney is fine and got through the game ok.
Now who gets the fwd role?
Rose didnt play, Nankervis maybe.
On another note great to see Newman out there on the field
What do you guys think about Papley, Hewett and Newmans chances are of playing round one? All looked good tonight but surely they won't all get spots with players to come back.
Quote from: Money Shot on March 11, 2016, 11:02:49 PM
What do you guys think about Papley, Hewett and Newmans chances are of playing round one? All looked good tonight but surely they won't all get spots with players to come back.
nope, none of them likely money - already can't fit Rose, Jones, B Jack, etc, etc
the guys you named are the next tier below that group ... maybe next year with some retirements ...
AJ on LTI so 2 spots avaliable for elevation with Rohan out as well
http://www.sydneyswans.com.au/news/2016-03-22/johnson-placed-on-long-term-injury-list
McGlynn and Teddles will play R1 but not sure if its for the 1s or 2s
http://www.sydneyswans.com.au/news/2016-03-21/longmire-hints-at-some-fresh-faces
Nice start by the boys, has been a while since we thumped a middle of the road team, good way to start the season off!
Quote from: Samm79 on March 28, 2016, 11:01:54 PM
Nice start by the boys, has been a while since we thumped a middle of the road team, good way to start the season off!
ha, ha, ha! Collingwood middle of the road! ;)
Hey Swans boys,
Thoughts on Jake Lloyd's role this season? His heatmap shows he's getting a heap of his ball in defensive 50 and he's scoring pretty damn well.
What's his role? Is he wing? Halfback? Thanks lads!
Quote from: elephants on April 14, 2016, 02:11:27 PM
Hey Swans boys,
Thoughts on Jake Lloyd's role this season? His heatmap shows he's getting a heap of his ball in defensive 50 and he's scoring pretty damn well.
What's his role? Is he wing? Halfback? Thanks lads!
Have had him in SC all year. As far as i know he is playing McVeigh's role behind the ball. Dont know if this will change when Macca comes back in as Macca could play off HB
Quote from: Capper on April 14, 2016, 03:40:04 PM
Quote from: elephants on April 14, 2016, 02:11:27 PM
Hey Swans boys,
Thoughts on Jake Lloyd's role this season? His heatmap shows he's getting a heap of his ball in defensive 50 and he's scoring pretty damn well.
What's his role? Is he wing? Halfback? Thanks lads!
Have had him in SC all year. As far as i know he is playing McVeigh's role behind the ball. Dont know if this will change when Macca comes back in as Macca could play off HB
Niiiiice mate sounds good. Noticed his game on the weekend he seemed to be getting more ball attacking side of Centre so if these continues again this week I think we'd have to assume he's moving up the field in preperstion for McVeighs return
Quote from: elephants on April 14, 2016, 03:56:47 PM
Quote from: Capper on April 14, 2016, 03:40:04 PM
Quote from: elephants on April 14, 2016, 02:11:27 PM
Hey Swans boys,
Thoughts on Jake Lloyd's role this season? His heatmap shows he's getting a heap of his ball in defensive 50 and he's scoring pretty damn well.
What's his role? Is he wing? Halfback? Thanks lads!
Have had him in SC all year. As far as i know he is playing McVeigh's role behind the ball. Dont know if this will change when Macca comes back in as Macca could play off HB
Niiiiice mate sounds good. Noticed his game on the weekend he seemed to be getting more ball attacking side of Centre so if these continues again this week I think we'd have to assume he's moving up the field in preperstion for McVeighs return
HAs mioved to the wing and didnt score as well as he had.
Sinclair a late out on Friday due to a foot infection that didnt heal in time.
Should be ok for this week but will be a wait and see
Quote from: Capper on April 18, 2016, 03:27:15 PM
Quote from: elephants on April 14, 2016, 03:56:47 PM
Quote from: Capper on April 14, 2016, 03:40:04 PM
Quote from: elephants on April 14, 2016, 02:11:27 PM
Hey Swans boys,
Thoughts on Jake Lloyd's role this season? His heatmap shows he's getting a heap of his ball in defensive 50 and he's scoring pretty damn well.
What's his role? Is he wing? Halfback? Thanks lads!
Have had him in SC all year. As far as i know he is playing McVeigh's role behind the ball. Dont know if this will change when Macca comes back in as Macca could play off HB
Niiiiice mate sounds good. Noticed his game on the weekend he seemed to be getting more ball attacking side of Centre so if these continues again this week I think we'd have to assume he's moving up the field in preperstion for McVeighs return
HAs mioved to the wing and didnt score as well as he had.
Yeah fair call, unlikely he'll get much of a crack across halfback now with McVeigh returning
Great news
Sydney Swans â€@sydneyswans 44m44 minutes ago
Longmire confirms Aliir Aliir will make his debut for the club this weekend against Brisbane.
Sydney Swans â€@sydneyswans 43m43 minutes ago
Longmire: I announced it in the team meeting and it was the best grin I have ever seen.
Sydney Swans â€@sydneyswans 42m42 minutes ago
Longmire: We expect Gary Rohan to play in our reserves this week to start his journey back to senior football.
Doesnt appear that Papley will return to the rookie list
Where are we at now that Tippett is out for a while??
I never in a thousand years thought I'd be saying that Kurt is one of our most important players!!!??!!! :o :P :-X ;)
I didn't see the game vs GWS but over the radio they said it was like out midfield just 'went into their shells' when he went down ... :P
How good was that 8)
Liked Naismith's game! Showed a lot more than Nank and more than Sinclair tbh. Doesn't have the ability to play forward though which could be an issue when/if Tippett gets back.
As much as I think he's been a valuable contributor and a servant in not always favourable conditions, I think the backline looks a lot better with Laidler out.
Very good win against the Cats at home.
You guys think Teddy Richards will stay down forward, or was it just a one off?
Hopefully a one off, was good comedic value tho
Quote from: Gandalf123 on July 10, 2016, 01:15:56 PM
Hopefully a one off, was good comedic value tho
It had its moments didn't it :)
Loved the times he went for the massive punch when he just needed to bring it to ground for the small fowards ;D
Until Reid or Tippet get back he might be used as a foil a few more times. Aliir won't be dropped considering how well he played and there's not many teams where you can play three key defenders against and not be caught out. Id be tipping him to play a defensive forward role on Gibson next week.
Syd v Hawks - missed the game as was at Rotto (small island, 30min ferry ride across from Perth) for 2nd wk of school holidays here ...
wtf happened? where was it lost?
I've pretty much written off our flag chances (in that I'm not confident on Sydney getting to the GF) with the two losses to Richmond and WBD (not to mention that close call against Brisbane) ... just lack the team/leadership composure in the final 5mins of close games - that's where I reckon the true flag contender teams stand up ... and then this loss to Hawthorn ... :P :-X :-\
Poor call mate, I'm still confident that we can make the grannie. 4 close losses and one bad one against the Giants. I know it's a concerning trend but gee, we gotta have a bit of faith!
On Thursday we absolutely dominated the first but didn't capitalise on opportunities, got crunched in the second, killed them in the second half of the third and looked on top for large portions of the last. Two goals from very iffy 50 metre penalties, inaccuracy in front of goal and some special football from Burgoyne and Rioli ultimately sank us.
It is a worrying concern losing the close ones (I wonder if the absence of Goodsey's leadership/reliability/calm-headedness has something to do with this?) but once you're in those positions, a lot of it comes down to luck; the bounce of the ball, an iffy call etc. I don't think this is cause for apocalyptic concern, at least we've shown we can match it with the best right down to the wire.
I think the player we have been missing is Sam Reid. Not only would he have touched the ball before going over the gaol line v hawks, he would be very handy on HB or HF atm.
Am worried why Heeney didnt play after being rested 2 weeks ago
Yeah, you guys are definitely not done. Once Tippett is back you'll be a much better team, especially up forward and proved in the earlier game against the Hawks at the MCG that you'll trouble our defence.
Just because you've lost a few close ones doesn't mean the trend will continue. You did dominate Geelong away from home just 2 weeks ago.
Quote from: My Chumps on July 19, 2016, 12:55:09 AM
Poor call mate, I'm still confident that we can make the grannie. 4 close losses and one bad one against the Giants. I know it's a concerning trend but gee, we gotta have a bit of faith!
On Thursday we absolutely dominated the first but didn't capitalise on opportunities, got crunched in the second, killed them in the second half of the third and looked on top for large portions of the last. Two goals from very iffy 50 metre penalties, inaccuracy in front of goal and some special football from Burgoyne and Rioli ultimately sank us.
It is a worrying concern losing the close ones (I wonder if the absence of Goodsey's leadership/reliability/calm-headedness has something to do with this?) but once you're in those positions, a lot of it comes down to luck; the bounce of the ball, an iffy call etc. I don't think this is cause for apocalyptic concern, at least we've shown we can match it with the best right down to the wire.
I'm not trying to be a downer but being realistic - I agree not apocalyptic concerns but in a pressure-cooker final, i'm just not hot on our ability to withstand it as a team.
teams genuinely contesting for the flag don't lose all 3 of Richmond/WBD/Hawthorn is all i'm saying - get 1 or 2 of those and i'm happy again with faith - all 3 plus only just getting over the line vs Brisbane ... :-X :P ;)
Goodesy shouldn't be an issue - McVeigh is there, Jack (is he still co-capt or in his own right - I forget) as well as Teddy/Grundy down back - then young leaders like Hanners/Parker in addition to Buddy should be able to hold things ...
Quote from: Capper on July 19, 2016, 12:56:45 AM
I think the player we have been missing is Sam Reid. Not only would he have touched the ball before going over the gaol line v hawks, he would be very handy on HB or HF atm.
Am worried why Heeney didnt play after being rested 2 weeks ago
he looked pretty sore just before the rest ... with Mills/Paps/Hewett/Rose/Rohan etc, etc playing pretty well - no need to rush him back imo but yeah he does give that X-factor up fwd ...
Quote from: Rusty00 on July 19, 2016, 10:16:15 AM
Yeah, you guys are definitely not done. Once Tippett is back you'll be a much better team, especially up forward and proved in the earlier game against the Hawks at the MCG that you'll trouble our defence.
Just because you've lost a few close ones doesn't mean the trend will continue. You did dominate Geelong away from home just 2 weeks ago.
Tippett is a big loss (still can't believe i'm saying that ;)) ... and not saying we're done like 'stick a fork in us' but i'm just not confident when push comes to shove in a pressure-cooker final - I think it is a trend, especially in the close games this season ... :-X :P ;)
Ugh I do not want Harry Cunningham anywhere near our finals team. Maybe in the future, not now.
Heeney played in the 2s last week!!! WTF
Quote from: My Chumps on July 21, 2016, 11:12:46 PM
Ugh I do not want Harry Cunningham anywhere near our finals team. Maybe in the future, not now.
I don't mind it for this week, and he brings pace, I'm guessing he will be the one that fills the role j mac has been playing? And j Mac has looked very slow the last few weeks, really like all of our ins actually.
Quote from: Gandalf123 on July 22, 2016, 12:19:18 PM
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Ugh I do not want Harry Cunningham anywhere near our finals team. Maybe in the future, not now.
I don't mind it for this week, and he brings pace, I'm guessing he will be the one that fills the role j mac has been playing? And j Mac has looked very slow the last few weeks, really like all of our ins actually.
what's wrong with Cunners??
I think he has decent skills and a tiny bit of X-factor (not a lot, just a bit) ...
Wouldnt mind to see BJack get a run in the 2s soon. A good impact player with pace
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Quote from: My Chumps on July 21, 2016, 11:12:46 PM
Ugh I do not want Harry Cunningham anywhere near our finals team. Maybe in the future, not now.
I don't mind it for this week, and he brings pace, I'm guessing he will be the one that fills the role j mac has been playing? And j Mac has looked very slow the last few weeks, really like all of our ins actually.
what's wrong with Cunners??
I think he has decent skills and a tiny bit of X-factor (not a lot, just a bit) ...
Totally sloppy. Terrible under pressure, never shows up in the big games. People talk about his pace but he doesn't utilise it or even look very quick out there.
Cal Sinclair out for a month stretching the ruck stocks even more! To be honest he's been fairly awful as of late so I'm not too shattered, but it does highlight the need for Tippett to get back asap. Let's see how the Nank and Naismith do for a few weeks, should be valuable experience
Heard on the radio this morning whilst driving into uni that there was some big news coming out of Sydney that would impact the Swans chances against Freo, but didn't get to find out what it was as I got to uni before they said it. Anyone else know or heard anything?
Quote from: GoLions on July 28, 2016, 02:22:11 PM
Heard on the radio this morning whilst driving into uni that there was some big news coming out of Sydney that would impact the Swans chances against Freo, but didn't get to find out what it was as I got to uni before they said it. Anyone else know or heard anything?
Not sure, I know they are saying in WA that Sandilands and Johnson (who were 'chances') are defn not playing this week?
Will help since we have lost Sinclair
Quote from: GoLions on July 28, 2016, 02:22:11 PM
Heard on the radio this morning whilst driving into uni that there was some big news coming out of Sydney that would impact the Swans chances against Freo, but didn't get to find out what it was as I got to uni before they said it. Anyone else know or heard anything?
Freako posted a tweet a few hours ago saying McVeigh is unlikely for the trip to Perth, but I can't see that impacting the result of the game haha
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Heard on the radio this morning whilst driving into uni that there was some big news coming out of Sydney that would impact the Swans chances against Freo, but didn't get to find out what it was as I got to uni before they said it. Anyone else know or heard anything?
Freako posted a tweet a few hours ago saying McVeigh is unlikely for the trip to Perth, but I can't see that impacting the result of the game haha
No, actually the other thing could be the forecast.
Wind, Rain, hail and frogs coming out of the sky!!
team is flying - Horse has taken away the Buddy-centric happenings from the mid-way point of the season but he's still an influence ...
i'm still worried if we get into a close final due to the 'lack of composure' and leadership in the close losses (Tigers/Dogs/Hawks) but if the team can dominate and keep things 'comfortable' then still a flag contender! ;)
First 3 weeks of the finals there will be a game in Sydney!!!!
Quote from: Capper on August 29, 2016, 06:42:19 PM
First 3 weeks of the finals there will be a game in Sydney!!!!
ANZ stadium - is this a numbers issue??
I still don't get the 'deal' around this ... :P :-X ;)
Lot of talk Mitchell is off to the Hawks if he does move I rate him as the best inside mid contested ball winner and tackler that will be up for grabs this trade season so how will the Hawks get him do they have a high draft pick up there sleeve ? surely there are other clubs that will be able to offer better deals for the Swans than the Hawks ?
Quote from: shaker on August 31, 2016, 01:31:29 PM
Lot of talk Mitchell is off to the Hawks if he does move I rate him as the best inside mid contested ball winner and tackler that will be up for grabs this trade season so how will the Hawks get him do they have a high draft pick up there sleeve ? surely there are other clubs that will be able to offer better deals for the Swans than the Hawks ?
I am still quietly confident he stays. Swans wont want to let him go and if he didnt leave 2years ago when he wasnt getting a game I cant see him leaving when he is one of our main mids.
Will be very interesting though to see what Hawks could come up with for a trade. Would need to be at least an early first round pick plus player or another first round.
He is easily equal to Prestia and worth more than JOM
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Quote from: shaker on August 31, 2016, 01:31:29 PM
Lot of talk Mitchell is off to the Hawks if he does move I rate him as the best inside mid contested ball winner and tackler that will be up for grabs this trade season so how will the Hawks get him do they have a high draft pick up there sleeve ? surely there are other clubs that will be able to offer better deals for the Swans than the Hawks ?
I am still quietly confident he stays. Swans wont want to let him go and if he didnt leave 2years ago when he wasnt getting a game I cant see him leaving when he is one of our main mids.
Will be very interesting though to see what Hawks could come up with for a trade. Would need to be at least an early first round pick plus player or another first round.
He is easily equal to Prestia and worth more than JOM
I think he is worth more than both of those guys he is durable and if left to tear up the midfield week in week out will be a star , you guys have the luxury with your depth to use him as a tagger sometimes I think you guys are going to have to find the cash to keep him , maybe Buddy or Tippett can help fund him :P
yeah whilst he is getting games now he might not like the tagging jobs he gets
Tippett and Mills ruled out for this weeks must win clash vs Adelaide
Quote from: RaisyDaisy on September 11, 2016, 07:27:33 PM
Tippett and Mills ruled out for this weeks must win clash vs Adelaide
yeah not ideal.
Laidler and Nankervis held from the NEAFL team suggests they will be the straight swaps in.
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Lot of talk Mitchell is off to the Hawks if he does move I rate him as the best inside mid contested ball winner and tackler that will be up for grabs this trade season so how will the Hawks get him do they have a high draft pick up there sleeve ? surely there are other clubs that will be able to offer better deals for the Swans than the Hawks ?
I am still quietly confident he stays. Swans wont want to let him go and if he didnt leave 2years ago when he wasnt getting a game I cant see him leaving when he is one of our main mids.
Will be very interesting though to see what Hawks could come up with for a trade. Would need to be at least an early first round pick plus player or another first round.
He is easily equal to Prestia and worth more than JOM
I think he is worth more than both of those guys he is durable and if left to tear up the midfield week in week out will be a star , you guys have the luxury with your depth to use him as a tagger sometimes I think you guys are going to have to find the cash to keep him , maybe Buddy or Tippett can help fund him :P
Would rather see Bombers go after Mitchell than JOM. probably cost less and will deliver more without the same risks involved.
After last 2yrs blow outs at least this year was still up for grabs with 10mins to go ... just didn't have enough in the tank from the team as a whole - looked like JPK, Buddy, Rampe and Titch carried us most of the game ... not many, but still a few passengers in yet another GF ...
Have to say I was concerned when they brought both Mills & McVeigh back from injury - I think in cold post-match analysis the match committee will have to admit they stuffed up - I think one of them could've come back in but both at the same time was definitely a mistake ...
who would I have brought back in out of those two? A case of experience vs youth/upside but I think you pick whomever you thought would be more likely to run out the game strongest, you don't take chances in finals unless it is a crucial 'X-factor' player eg Cyril/Buddy who could win you a match by tipping the scales over half-way ...
Would not begrudge the Dogs and their loyal long-suffering fans however.
It's a tough call on Mills/McVeigh. Apart from that mistake in the first I thought Mills was good. Macca was down but tbh he's been down all season. On performance I think they were both better than Marsh would have been.
We missed Aliir a lot. If he plays there's no way that Boyd has that much of an impact.
Too many passengers. Too many injuries. Parker wasn't right all game, Hanners went down at a crucial time.
Just not our year, and unfortunately with the age and strength of the Doggies + GWS I'm not confident it will be our year again anytime soon :( :'(
Quote from: My Chumps on October 03, 2016, 08:53:13 PM
Just not our year, and unfortunately with the age and strength of the Doggies + GWS I'm not confident it will be our year again anytime soon :( :'(
I mean i get that the doggies and GWS are gonna be tough to beat but finals is finals.
Stiff to say this tbh, got alot of youngsters who should improve in alirr alirr, mills, heeney...ect. and not really going to lose that many older players? Grundy/Mcviegh are the two i can think of and will still be around next year!
Gotta be top 3 in my books anyway :P
I am still confused as to what suits us better keeping or losing Mitchell?
If we could get another decent fwd/mid option with speed and a good kick from it then I think we have the midfield 'grunt' to cover Titch leaving.
His loss would most likely only be felt when JPK is done and we need to replace that real bull in the middle.
Quote from: SydneyRox on October 04, 2016, 11:52:11 AM
If we could get another decent fwd/mid option with speed and a good kick from it then I think we have the midfield 'grunt' to cover Titch leaving.
Jetta for Titich :)
Haha nah, I actually do like Jetta (he's got what we lack so badly) but I do really hope Juddy is right in saying the Eagles are dead-keen on bringing Titch home.
Quote from: SydneyRox on October 04, 2016, 11:52:11 AM
I am still confused as to what suits us better keeping or losing Mitchell?
If we could get another decent fwd/mid option with speed and a good kick from it then I think we have the midfield 'grunt' to cover Titch leaving.
His loss would most likely only be felt when JPK is done and we need to replace that real bull in the middle.
You're exactly right man, Titch will be a top 5 mid one day but do you keep him while you already have blokes in front of him and lose out in other areas where you could improve or hold onto him knowing what he'll give you in the future and have him play as a mid/fwd/bench role player with low mid minutes until JPK hangs up the boots. Who knows how long away that will be
Gotta also remember Mills & Heeney were both drafted as top 3 mids in their draft year and can't squeeze in yet and you already have Hanners Parker who are very young also. Probably mainstays for another 10 years easy. Think you have to get as much as you can for Titch while his price is still high. The granny Titch played only increased his value imo, he'd fetch top dollar right now.
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I am still confused as to what suits us better keeping or losing Mitchell?
If we could get another decent fwd/mid option with speed and a good kick from it then I think we have the midfield 'grunt' to cover Titch leaving.
His loss would most likely only be felt when JPK is done and we need to replace that real bull in the middle.
You're exactly right man, Titch will be a top 5 mid one day but do you keep him while you already have blokes in front of him and lose out in other areas where you could improve or hold onto him knowing what he'll give you in the future and have him play as a mid/fwd/bench role player with low mid minutes until JPK hangs up the boots. Who knows how long away that will be
Gotta also remember Mills & Heeney were both drafted as top 3 mids in their draft year and can't squeeze in yet and you already have Hanners Parker who are very young also. Probably mainstays for another 10 years easy. Think you have to get as much as you can for Titch while his price is still high. The granny Titch played only increased his value imo, he'd fetch top dollar right now.
In most cases when trading a gun you never get "top dollar" :P imo
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I am still confused as to what suits us better keeping or losing Mitchell?
If we could get another decent fwd/mid option with speed and a good kick from it then I think we have the midfield 'grunt' to cover Titch leaving.
His loss would most likely only be felt when JPK is done and we need to replace that real bull in the middle.
You're exactly right man, Titch will be a top 5 mid one day but do you keep him while you already have blokes in front of him and lose out in other areas where you could improve or hold onto him knowing what he'll give you in the future and have him play as a mid/fwd/bench role player with low mid minutes until JPK hangs up the boots. Who knows how long away that will be
Gotta also remember Mills & Heeney were both drafted as top 3 mids in their draft year and can't squeeze in yet and you already have Hanners Parker who are very young also. Probably mainstays for another 10 years easy. Think you have to get as much as you can for Titch while his price is still high. The granny Titch played only increased his value imo, he'd fetch top dollar right now.
In most cases when trading a gun you never get "top dollar" :P imo
The thing currently in our favour is that he has a few clubs chasing him.
My dream deal would be to the Hawks and bring in Cyril as part of the deal
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I am still confused as to what suits us better keeping or losing Mitchell?
If we could get another decent fwd/mid option with speed and a good kick from it then I think we have the midfield 'grunt' to cover Titch leaving.
His loss would most likely only be felt when JPK is done and we need to replace that real bull in the middle.
You're exactly right man, Titch will be a top 5 mid one day but do you keep him while you already have blokes in front of him and lose out in other areas where you could improve or hold onto him knowing what he'll give you in the future and have him play as a mid/fwd/bench role player with low mid minutes until JPK hangs up the boots. Who knows how long away that will be
Gotta also remember Mills & Heeney were both drafted as top 3 mids in their draft year and can't squeeze in yet and you already have Hanners Parker who are very young also. Probably mainstays for another 10 years easy. Think you have to get as much as you can for Titch while his price is still high. The granny Titch played only increased his value imo, he'd fetch top dollar right now.
In most cases when trading a gun you never get "top dollar" :P imo
The thing currently in our favour is that he has a few clubs chasing him.
My dream deal would be to the Hawks and bring in Cyril as part of the deal
that's nice but not gonna happen ... Titch is leaving cos they can't offer him a decent contract, where in the world would we get the money for Cyril??!!! :o :-\ :-X :P ;)
unless he and Buddy are best 'buds' ... see what I did there?? ;)
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I am still confused as to what suits us better keeping or losing Mitchell?
If we could get another decent fwd/mid option with speed and a good kick from it then I think we have the midfield 'grunt' to cover Titch leaving.
His loss would most likely only be felt when JPK is done and we need to replace that real bull in the middle.
You're exactly right man, Titch will be a top 5 mid one day but do you keep him while you already have blokes in front of him and lose out in other areas where you could improve or hold onto him knowing what he'll give you in the future and have him play as a mid/fwd/bench role player with low mid minutes until JPK hangs up the boots. Who knows how long away that will be
Gotta also remember Mills & Heeney were both drafted as top 3 mids in their draft year and can't squeeze in yet and you already have Hanners Parker who are very young also. Probably mainstays for another 10 years easy. Think you have to get as much as you can for Titch while his price is still high. The granny Titch played only increased his value imo, he'd fetch top dollar right now.
In most cases when trading a gun you never get "top dollar" :P imo
The thing currently in our favour is that he has a few clubs chasing him.
My dream deal would be to the Hawks and bring in Cyril as part of the deal
that's nice but not gonna happen ... Titch is leaving cos they can't offer him a decent contract, where in the world would we get the money for Cyril??!!! :o :-\ :-X :P ;)
unless he and Buddy are best 'buds' ... see what I did there?? ;)
yup - thats why its a dream, but could you imagine Cyril in red and white working around Buddy again???
I feel a Bruce moment coming on....... :-[
Can you really leave the club and the mates you played 4 premierships with though? Can't see it happening
Would already be on good money too
Has Titchell actually specified where he wants to go yet? Are Carlton a chance in your guys opinion?
Quote from: Money Shot on October 06, 2016, 05:57:07 PM
Has Titchell actually specified where he wants to go yet? Are Carlton a chance in your guys opinion?
zero IMO - He wasnt more cash for sure, but he wants to play in a team winning flags as well
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Has Titchell actually specified where he wants to go yet? Are Carlton a chance in your guys opinion?
zero IMO - He wasnt more cash for sure, but he wants to play in a team winning flags as well
Hawks and Eagles the main options I reckon... That said, something tells me he will re-sign at the Swans.
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Has Titchell actually specified where he wants to go yet? Are Carlton a chance in your guys opinion?
zero IMO - He wasnt more cash for sure, but he wants to play in a team winning flags as well
Hawks and Eagles the main options I reckon... That said, something tells me he will re-sign at the Swans.
yeah, pretty confident
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Has Titchell actually specified where he wants to go yet? Are Carlton a chance in your guys opinion?
zero IMO - He wasnt more cash for sure, but he wants to play in a team winning flags as well
Hawks and Eagles the main options I reckon... That said, something tells me he will re-sign at the Swans.
yeah, pretty confident
he was always going to go mate ...
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Has Titchell actually specified where he wants to go yet? Are Carlton a chance in your guys opinion?
zero IMO - He wasnt more cash for sure, but he wants to play in a team winning flags as well
Hawks and Eagles the main options I reckon... That said, something tells me he will re-sign at the Swans.
yeah, pretty confident
he was always going to go mate ...
Easy in hindsight :P
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Has Titchell actually specified where he wants to go yet? Are Carlton a chance in your guys opinion?
zero IMO - He wasnt more cash for sure, but he wants to play in a team winning flags as well
Hawks and Eagles the main options I reckon... That said, something tells me he will re-sign at the Swans.
yeah, pretty confident
he was always going to go mate ...
Easy in hindsight :P
no LE, I ain't no 'Capt Hindsight' ... :P
see my last from below ... I indicated Titch was definitely going cos Swans weren't going to offer him enough moolah ... ;)
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I am still confused as to what suits us better keeping or losing Mitchell?
If we could get another decent fwd/mid option with speed and a good kick from it then I think we have the midfield 'grunt' to cover Titch leaving.
His loss would most likely only be felt when JPK is done and we need to replace that real bull in the middle.
You're exactly right man, Titch will be a top 5 mid one day but do you keep him while you already have blokes in front of him and lose out in other areas where you could improve or hold onto him knowing what he'll give you in the future and have him play as a mid/fwd/bench role player with low mid minutes until JPK hangs up the boots. Who knows how long away that will be
Gotta also remember Mills & Heeney were both drafted as top 3 mids in their draft year and can't squeeze in yet and you already have Hanners Parker who are very young also. Probably mainstays for another 10 years easy. Think you have to get as much as you can for Titch while his price is still high. The granny Titch played only increased his value imo, he'd fetch top dollar right now.
In most cases when trading a gun you never get "top dollar" :P imo
The thing currently in our favour is that he has a few clubs chasing him.
My dream deal would be to the Hawks and bring in Cyril as part of the deal
that's nice but not gonna happen ... Titch is leaving cos they can't offer him a decent contract, where in the world would we get the money for Cyril??!!! :o :-\ :-X :P ;)
Haha good onya mate