Not long to go now lads!
Thought I'd set this thread up for use over the season. All weekly talk pertaining to the season should hopefully be housed here.
The club is doing a list assessment of each line. They've started with the defenders.
http://www.richmondfc.com.au/news/2015-03-25/richmond-list-assessment-defenders
Some interesting snippets in the article, including Ben Lennon listed there.
It also sounds like Stevie Morris will be a small forward alongside Shane Edwards now.
Quote from: Nige on March 25, 2015, 07:26:54 PM
It also sounds like Stevie Morris will be a small forward alongside Shane Edwards now.
I am unsure about this. I though he was a pretty good defender against opposition small forwards.
Quote from: BigMac_93 on March 25, 2015, 10:48:05 PM
Quote from: Nige on March 25, 2015, 07:26:54 PM
It also sounds like Stevie Morris will be a small forward alongside Shane Edwards now.
I am unsure about this. I though he was a pretty good defender against opposition small forwards.
I'm still skeptical about it too. I much rather us try somebody like Lloyd, Gordon or McDonough in the small forward role.
If Morris plays anywhere except for back pocket on the nippy little small fellas then something's wrong!
Quote from: Toga on March 26, 2015, 01:07:11 PM
If Morris plays anywhere except for back pocket on the nippy little small fellas then something's wrong!
Hardwick seems pretty set on making Vlastuin that player.
I'd personally have both of them back there but I guess there's always the option to move him back if need be.
I just don't think Moris has the goal sense to be the type of forward they want him to be.
Someone like Lloyd only needs half a sniff and he will snap a quick goal but Morris isn't that type imo.
His strengths are his tackle pressure and harassing which is handy up forward if you can finish off the work but in his case I think it's better suited down back
Quote from: quinny88 on March 26, 2015, 04:03:27 PM
Quote from: Toga on March 26, 2015, 01:07:11 PM
If Morris plays anywhere except for back pocket on the nippy little small fellas then something's wrong!
Hardwick seems pretty set on making Vlastuin that player.
I'd personally have both of them back there but I guess there's always the option to move him back if need be.
I just don't think Moris has the goal sense to be the type of forward they want him to be.
Someone like Lloyd only needs half a sniff and he will snap a quick goal but Morris isn't that type imo.
His strengths are his tackle pressure and harassing which is handy up forward if you can finish off the work but in his case I think it's better suited down back
Yeah exactly, the main thing is converting your chances of shots on goal. I hope he proves us all wrong and justifies Dimma's move here.
I know what Dimma is thinking, by putting Morris forward but I can't see it working. He's not a natural forward, as Quinny said he doesn't have the goal sense. But he's there for the defensive pressure. I'd rather play Lloyd over him as a fwd.
Hampson limping off in the VFL match apparently.
also
http://www.richmondfc.com.au/news/2015-03-26/minor-setback-for-astbury
Richmond defender David Astbury is unlikely to be available for the Tigers’ Round 1 match against Carlton next Thursday night, after being stung by a stingray while doing recovery at a bayside beach on Wednesday.
Astbury underwent minor surgery today to clean the wound in his left foot, which was pierced by the stingray barb.
Quote from: Ricochet on March 26, 2015, 06:14:09 PM
Hampson limping off in the VFL match apparently.
Ugh, not ideal. Soldo's still too raw.
Quote from: Ricochet on March 26, 2015, 06:38:22 PM
also
http://www.richmondfc.com.au/news/2015-03-26/minor-setback-for-astbury
Richmond defender David Astbury is unlikely to be available for the Tigers’ Round 1 match against Carlton next Thursday night, after being stung by a stingray while doing recovery at a bayside beach on Wednesday.
Astbury underwent minor surgery today to clean the wound in his left foot, which was pierced by the stingray barb.
For flowers sake, dude has no luck. It's only Carlton who don't really have too many decent forwards to worry about, but still.
Opens up a spot down back. Batchelor might even come in.
Might reshuffle for McIntosh?
Stung by a stingray?
How many times has a footballer missed a game because of a stingray injury
Quote from: Ricochet on March 26, 2015, 06:43:47 PM
Might reshuffle for McIntosh?
Won't really need to do that, but I think it could lock him in for Round 1. He can play as a defender, as he was drafted as one, but had stints forward in NAB. Lennon could play back as well. Even Taylor Hunt could slot into the back 6 now.
So unlucky Astbury :'(
In comes a Grimes or Batchelor. Don't think it affects Kamdyn
Gonna have to nick name him Steve Irwin
http://www.richmondfc.com.au/news/2015-03-26/richmond-list-assessment-midfielders
List assessment of the mids.
No surprises there, but some interesting info on the younger guys and new recruits.
Quote from: Nige on March 26, 2015, 06:43:21 PM
It's only Carlton who don't really have too many decent forwards to worry about, but still.
Excuse you mate. Casboult and Liam Jones form the most daunting key-forward partnership in the league.
Quote from: elephants on March 26, 2015, 11:38:15 PM
Quote from: Nige on March 26, 2015, 06:43:21 PM
It's only Carlton who don't really have too many decent forwards to worry about, but still.
Excuse you mate. Casboult and Liam Jones form the most daunting key-forward partnership in the league.
Vin, is that you? Where you have been and why are you using ele's account?! ??? :o
Interesting that it says they won't use Hunt as a tagger and will let him have some freedom on a wing
Didn't score that great in NAB though
Finally, the forwards: http://www.richmondfc.com.au/news/2015-03-27/richmond-list-assessment-forwards
Agreed that Morris doesn't seem to have that natural goal sense that you want in a small forward - although I wouldn't have dreamed that Push Up would play anywhere but the back lines before he got shifted forward!
Astbury unlucky again, hopefully it's only a small setback. Could mean that Grimes plays third tall and Kamdyn comes in.
Going to my first game in 6 years tomorrow night getting keen.
What are you guys thoughts on that team?
I wouldn't have played Newman or Batch.
Our three emergencies were stiff.
Quote from: JROO8 on April 01, 2015, 06:26:56 PM
What are you guys thoughts on that team?
I wouldn't have played Newman or Batch.
Our three emergencies were stiff.
Newman was only not going to play because the actual wound had to heal. If it's bealed then He's ready to go.
Not sure about batch, never liked him but hope he proves me wrong
Quote from: quinny88 on April 01, 2015, 06:29:26 PM
Quote from: JROO8 on April 01, 2015, 06:26:56 PM
What are you guys thoughts on that team?
I wouldn't have played Newman or Batch.
Our three emergencies were stiff.
Newman was only not going to play because the actual wound had to heal. If it's bealed then He's ready to go.
Not sure about batch, never liked him but hope he proves me wrong
I think he's borderline best 22, so I would've given him some more time to recover but he must be close to 100%.
Haha, you don't like him either. I must say I was wrong about Petterd and you were right :P
I like Batch. He did well in preseason and deserved to be named. It's probably a mere formality that he makes way for Astbury upon his return.
Really surprised Newy got picked, would have thought they would give him more time. Surely they won't make him sub? More likely to be subbed you would think.
All three emergencies somewhat stiff, particularly Lambert.
Good on Kamdyn for earning his debut.
Also happy to see that Lloyd is in too.
where's Conca?
Stoked for Kamdyn, has definitely earned his spot. Good to see Lloyd in as well, he's that dangerous small we can really use.
Also surprised about Newman, but his experience is good to have in the team. Not fussed on Batch but he wasn't bad in the NAB.
Cannot wait for tomorrow night!
Game day boys! Let's rip carlton a new one!
Supporting the Tiges tonight #sozBlues #winmemoneyTiges
8)
Good team performance tonight :)
Got to love this link from Dimma
http://www.richmondfc.com.au/news/2015-04-01/cotchin-raring-to-go (http://www.richmondfc.com.au/news/2015-04-01/cotchin-raring-to-go)
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Damien Hardwick says key duo Trent Cotchin and Brett Deledio will enter Thursday's clash against Carlton in peak fitness after carefully managed pre-season programs.
he must have meant "fit " not "match fit"! Pity the poor buggers picking themselves of the floor last night. Early days but Richmond supporterss who had cotchin, dusty and lids must be spewing. Coordinator of my cash league flew home from Canada for this game. LOL ;D
Griffiths looks like the man, could/should have kicked 4-5 goals.
I'll be surprised if Vickery returns, did we attempt to trade him last year?
Good win by the boys last night that's without huge numbers from Martin , Cotchin and Lids pleasing to see others taking the lead , the only concern for me was Morris in the forward line he looked all at sea , clumsy giving away 5 frees I know he is in the leadership group now and it's only one game but hard to see him long term in this side , to harsh ?
Quote from: Donnie Brasco on April 03, 2015, 08:52:28 AM
Griffiths looks like the man, could/should have kicked 4-5 goals.
I'll be surprised if Vickery returns, did we attempt to trade him last year?
Griff was fantastic.
Vickery will be given every chance to prove himself and get back in the side. I think people forget that he averaged 2 goals a game last year and only remember his year for his hit on Cox.
Quote from: shaker on April 03, 2015, 09:42:17 AM
Good win by the boys last night that's without huge numbers from Martin , Cotchin and Lids pleasing to see others taking the lead , the only concern for me was Morris in the forward line he looked all at sea , clumsy giving away 5 frees I know he is in the leadership group now and it's only one game but hard to see him long term in this side , to harsh ?
Yeah, I agree with the first bit and partially the bit about Morris.
Morris is good, just not in last night's role.
Quote from: Nige on April 03, 2015, 11:13:31 AM
Quote from: Donnie Brasco on April 03, 2015, 08:52:28 AM
Griffiths looks like the man, could/should have kicked 4-5 goals.
I'll be surprised if Vickery returns, did we attempt to trade him last year?
Griff was fantastic.
Vickery will be given every chance to prove himself and get back in the side. I think people forget that he averaged 2 goals a game last year and only remember his year for his hit on Cox.
Quote from: shaker on April 03, 2015, 09:42:17 AM
Good win by the boys last night that's without huge numbers from Martin , Cotchin and Lids pleasing to see others taking the lead , the only concern for me was Morris in the forward line he looked all at sea , clumsy giving away 5 frees I know he is in the leadership group now and it's only one game but hard to see him long term in this side , to harsh ?
Yeah, I agree with the first bit and partially the bit about Morris.
Morris is good, just not in last night's role.
So the only place for him is the backline think we would have won by 40+ last night if we were not handing the ball back to the Blues so much in our forward line his attempts at tackles were crude and clumsy
I thought Morris was good last night! Hardly touched the ball, but that's not his job.
Watching at the ground, his pressure + attack on the ball was great, really put the Carlton defence under pressure all night.
Morris, 3 touches 5 frees against. #gun
Great win to start the season, as a few have said it is good to see that we weren't reliant on Cotch, Lids, Dusty to perform for us to get the points.
Kamdyn and Hunt were fantastic, as was Riewoldt. Think he might be in for a big year. Good start!
Quote from: JROO8 on April 03, 2015, 11:58:31 AM
I thought Morris was good last night! Hardly touched the ball, but that's not his job.
Watching at the ground, his pressure + attack on the ball was great, really put the Carlton defence under pressure all night.
I know it's only 1 game JR but his performance on TV did not look very good his Pressure and attack and spoiling is fine in defence but in the forwards he needs to tackle correctly and hold the ball in there not keep giving it away with silly free kicks lets see how he goes next week because I'm pretty sure the coach would be very happy with how the ball came out of the backline last night and not want to change that setup in a hurry .
Quote from: shaker on April 03, 2015, 12:22:34 PM
Quote from: JROO8 on April 03, 2015, 11:58:31 AM
I thought Morris was good last night! Hardly touched the ball, but that's not his job.
Watching at the ground, his pressure + attack on the ball was great, really put the Carlton defence under pressure all night.
I know it's only 1 game JR but his performance on TV did not look very good his Pressure and attack and spoiling is fine in defence but in the forwards he needs to tackle correctly and hold the ball in there not keep giving it away with silly free kicks lets see how he goes next week because I'm pretty sure the coach would be very happy with how the ball came out of the backline last night and not want to change that setup in a hurry .
Haha Yeah, you're not the first person who said he was shower, watching on TV.
Yeah agreed about the stupid free kicks, but he can work on that. At least he's giving them away up forward, instead of directly in front in defence.
Quote from: JROO8 on April 03, 2015, 12:35:09 PM
Quote from: shaker on April 03, 2015, 12:22:34 PM
Quote from: JROO8 on April 03, 2015, 11:58:31 AM
I thought Morris was good last night! Hardly touched the ball, but that's not his job.
Watching at the ground, his pressure + attack on the ball was great, really put the Carlton defence under pressure all night.
I know it's only 1 game JR but his performance on TV did not look very good his Pressure and attack and spoiling is fine in defence but in the forwards he needs to tackle correctly and hold the ball in there not keep giving it away with silly free kicks lets see how he goes next week because I'm pretty sure the coach would be very happy with how the ball came out of the backline last night and not want to change that setup in a hurry .
Haha Yeah, you're not the first person who said he was shower, watching on TV.
Yeah agreed about the stupid free kicks, but he can work on that. At least he's giving them away up forward, instead of directly in front in defence.
The coach will be right on to him this week about it , it costs goals and against better teams games .
I get the idea of making Morris a defensive forward but I just think he's way more valuable and comfortable in the backline on the games best small forwards.
A lot to like about last night. Usually when Dusty, Lids and Cotch are kept quiet it means we get beaten but the 2nd tier players have matured and grabbed the game by the throat. Exactly what we need if we're going to go to the next level
Yeah I thought Morris just looked lost. The kind of game he plays is much more suited to the back 50. The pressure he creates is different to ones that guys like Ballantyne and McGlynn do in the forward 50.
I actually thought Shaun Grigg was pretty good.
Quote from: Nige on April 03, 2015, 01:11:15 PM
I actually thought Shaun Grigg was pretty good.
:o
Haha nah, he wasn't bad last night.
Rance needs to be signed up ASAP.
Yeah we can't be to hard on Morris it's the coaches decision to put him there but couldn't help but think last night watching the game how would it be if Lambert had been in Morris's position but of course that was not the case
Quote from: Toga on April 03, 2015, 01:14:54 PM
Rance needs to be signed up ASAP.
Yep, certainly does.
Also, Jake Batchelor played a fairly good game. I thought he was better than Grimes. When Astbury comes back, I wouldn't be opposed to Grimes making way and Batch staying in.
Brandon Ellis was superb, struggled in the first quarter but killed it after he was freed up.
Quote from: Toga on April 03, 2015, 01:14:54 PM
Rance needs to be signed up ASAP.
Getting very nervous about him this not signing till the season is over does not usually end up very well :'(
Quote from: Ricochet on April 03, 2015, 07:18:21 PM
Quote from: Toga on April 03, 2015, 01:14:54 PM
Rance needs to be signed up ASAP.
>:D
well I got good news for you then http://www.foxsports.com.au/afl/afl-premiership/alex-rance-not-considering-move-to-fremantle-with-tigers-confident-defender-with-stay-at-punt-road/story-e6frf3e3-1227268565916
I think it was good how we won the game where our big three mids didn't feature much in the disposal count.
Full time possession stats: Knights (28), Lambert (25), McDonough (25), Petterd (24), Castagna (21) and Arnot (17)
Goal scorers for the Tigers are Petterd (2.1), Lennon (2.1), Lambert (1.2), McDonough (1), McBean (1), Butler (1), Short (1)
Our AFL listed boys did nicely in a loss in the VFL.
Tyrone also hurt his knee, hoping it's not serious.
Knights or Lambert could find themselves in the team next weekend if Deledio gets weeks
Quote from: Toga on April 04, 2015, 08:29:59 PM
Knights or Lambert could find themselves in the team next weekend if Deledio gets weeks
I'd be happy with either.
Thinking Lids will get a week.
Vickery apparently getting knee scans after injuring himself in the VFL. Potentially could be ACL
shower, not what we need.
Any news on Hampson from last week?
They said Vickery jarred his knee, could be worse but the club thinks it's not too bad at the moment. Scans will tell us more.
Heard nothing on Hampson, that's a mystery.
Tim Clarke said this about the VFL boys.
“(Ricky) Petterd was terrific through the midfield and up forward, as was Matty McDonough.
“Dave Astbury was really strong as a defender - he didn’t get beaten all day and gave us plenty of support back there. Given that he was stung by a stingray a week and half ago, it’s a really good position he puts himself in.
“Kane Lambert was terrific as well. He really showed that he dominates this level of football. Now hopefully he can push for a senior game.
“Chris Knights was very good today as well. Great centre half-forward involvements and really impacted around the ball too.â€
Knights finished with a team-high 28 disposals, and had four clearances and nine inside 50s.
Lambert and McDonough each collected 25 possessions, while Petterd won 24 touches and kicked two goals.
Others to shine included Ben Lennon, who finished with 14 possessions and two goals. Matt Arnot (17 disposals) and Corey Ellis (16 disposals and three clearances) were also very useful around stoppages.
Quote from: Nige on April 04, 2015, 09:01:57 PM
Quote from: Toga on April 04, 2015, 08:29:59 PM
Knights or Lambert could find themselves in the team next weekend if Deledio gets weeks
I'd be happy with either.
Thinking Lids will get a week.
2 weeks ;)
Heard on the radio yesterday that Vickery's knee could even be an ACL :(
Quote from: Toga on April 06, 2015, 01:29:58 PM
Heard on the radio yesterday that Vickery's knee could even be an ACL :(
I've been talking him up all preseason. Please God no. :'(
http://www.richmondfc.com.au/news/2015-04-06/vickery-cleared-of-structural-damage (http://www.richmondfc.com.au/news/2015-04-06/vickery-cleared-of-structural-damage)
Vickery has been cleared of structural damage, could only miss a week.
Foley will also likely play VFL this week.
Unfortunately though Conca still a week or two away.
Quote from: BigMac_93 on April 06, 2015, 02:34:42 PM
http://www.richmondfc.com.au/news/2015-04-06/vickery-cleared-of-structural-damage (http://www.richmondfc.com.au/news/2015-04-06/vickery-cleared-of-structural-damage)
Vickery has been cleared of structural damage, could only miss a week.
Foley will also likely play VFL this week.
Unfortunately though Conca still a week or two away.
That's great news.
Lids offered 1 game ban which you think he would accept.
Do we bring in Knights or Lambert?
Quote from: quinny88 on April 06, 2015, 05:23:59 PM
Quote from: BigMac_93 on April 06, 2015, 02:34:42 PM
http://www.richmondfc.com.au/news/2015-04-06/vickery-cleared-of-structural-damage (http://www.richmondfc.com.au/news/2015-04-06/vickery-cleared-of-structural-damage)
Vickery has been cleared of structural damage, could only miss a week.
Foley will also likely play VFL this week.
Unfortunately though Conca still a week or two away.
That's great news.
Lids offered 1 game ban which you think he would accept.
Do we bring in Knights or Lambert?
Knights for me, Lambert stiff again.
Quote from: Nige on April 06, 2015, 05:30:39 PM
Quote from: quinny88 on April 06, 2015, 05:23:59 PM
Quote from: BigMac_93 on April 06, 2015, 02:34:42 PM
http://www.richmondfc.com.au/news/2015-04-06/vickery-cleared-of-structural-damage (http://www.richmondfc.com.au/news/2015-04-06/vickery-cleared-of-structural-damage)
Vickery has been cleared of structural damage, could only miss a week.
Foley will also likely play VFL this week.
Unfortunately though Conca still a week or two away.
That's great news.
Lids offered 1 game ban which you think he would accept.
Do we bring in Knights or Lambert?
Knights for me, Lambert stiff again.
Lambert and Knights could both come in for Lids and Gordon. Gordon would be stiff though.
Good to hear there's nothing serious for Vicks.
I think Knights if he is 100% is the man, although Lambert seems deserving as well.
I hope they go with Knights. Need Lambert as a rookie at about 6 :P
Astbury was very close last week too so you would think he will be right to go now. Who comes out for him?
Someone else is gonna be stiff there
I'd drop Newy I didn't think he should've been picked anyway, but can see Dimma dropping him.
Also, Madonna was good in the VFL, I'd say he's in the mix to replace Lids. I'd leave Knights in the VFL for a little longer to get some match fitness.
Kamdyn 8) round one rising star nomination #gun
Quote from: JROO8 on April 06, 2015, 07:23:15 PM
I'd drop Newy I didn't think he should've been picked anyway, but can see Dimma dropping him.
Also, Madonna was good in the VFL, I'd say he's in the mix to replace Lids. I'd leave Knights in the VFL for a little longer to get some match fitness.
Newy wont get dropped, I think Grimes or Batch will make way for Astbury. Not sure which one though
Quote from: quinny88 on April 06, 2015, 07:47:13 PM
Quote from: JROO8 on April 06, 2015, 07:23:15 PM
I'd drop Newy I didn't think he should've been picked anyway, but can see Dimma dropping him.
Also, Madonna was good in the VFL, I'd say he's in the mix to replace Lids. I'd leave Knights in the VFL for a little longer to get some match fitness.
Newy wont get dropped, I think Grimes or Batch will make way for Astbury. Not sure which one though
Batch was better I reckon, based off the last game, Grimes misses.
McIntosh the round 1 rising star nomination, what a game the kid played!
Should get 3 votes to go along with it.
http://www.richmondfc.com.au/news/2015-04-09/deledio-out-two-ways
Richmond coach Damien Hardwick has revealed that Tiger star Brett Deledio would probably have missed this Saturday’s clash with the Western Bulldogs through injury, had he not received a one-match ban from the AFL’s Match Review Panel.
Deledio was suspended for one week on a rough conduct charge arising from the opening moments of last Thursday night’s Round 1 match against Carlton.
Hardwick, however, declared that Deledio’s calf complaint most likely would have sidelined him for the Round 2 Bulldogs game.
Quote from: Ricochet on April 09, 2015, 12:02:28 PM
http://www.richmondfc.com.au/news/2015-04-09/deledio-out-two-ways
Richmond coach Damien Hardwick has revealed that Tiger star Brett Deledio would probably have missed this Saturday’s clash with the Western Bulldogs through injury, had he not received a one-match ban from the AFL’s Match Review Panel.
Deledio was suspended for one week on a rough conduct charge arising from the opening moments of last Thursday night’s Round 1 match against Carlton.
Hardwick, however, declared that Deledio’s calf complaint most likely would have sidelined him for the Round 2 Bulldogs game.
Interesting Ric. How long has he had it? Maybe more that a week if its a new injury. :(
http://physioworks.com.au/injuries-conditions-1/calf-muscle-tears
http://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/afl/damien-hardwick-says-chris-knights-close-to-richmond-selection-after-two-years-on-the-outer/story-fni5f9jb-1227296722539 (http://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/afl/damien-hardwick-says-chris-knights-close-to-richmond-selection-after-two-years-on-the-outer/story-fni5f9jb-1227296722539)
Knights is a good chance to play this week.
It has been a long wait.
Knights was confirmed to be included in the squad in another article on the AFL website. Great news!
Great news, he stays fit and he could be a real important player for us.
Honestly reckon Knighta has that x factor about him, really keen for him to be included in the 22.
Lambert in for Deledio.
Think Knights is unlucky but still happy to see Kane debut.
Yep nick, couldn't agree more.
Actually the other interesting thing is that Dave Astbury didn't get picked and that Grimes/Batch kept their spots.
Clearly Dimma was happy enough with their performances. Good on them.
Emg: Astbury, Petterd, Knights
Could still be a late change, but I guess match committee didn't think another tall in Astbury was necessary for the Dog's forwards.
Quote from: nickstiges on April 09, 2015, 06:53:43 PM
Emg: Astbury, Petterd, Knights
Could still be a late change, but I guess match committee didn't think another tall in Astbury was necessary for the Dog's forwards.
They've only really got Cordy (last week Redpath) and Boyd and we've got Grimes, Rance, Batchelor and Chaplin.
Don't really need to rush Astbury back this week so just giving him another week to recover.
Quote from: Toga on April 10, 2015, 02:51:34 PM
Don't really need to rush Astbury back this week so just giving him another week to recover.
He's been withdrawn from our emergencies this week and replaced by Madonna.
Glad the dogs forwards are so inexperienced, since their mid's are likely suspects.
Bad loss from the Tiges a bit of deja vu from last year , the elephant in the room for me is Morris big heart but no skills surely we cant keep players like Knights , Lennon plus players coming back Conca , Foley , Lids or other players that will lose there spot for him , it's alright to have an inspirational player in a team but 9 possies in 2 games is not good enough , it makes me think again if Hardwick is the right man for the job because Clarkson Hinkley Lyon would not accept this ?
Pretty poor effort today, agreed. Rance was sensational once again, just need to cough up whatever $$ he's asking for.
The forward line was very average I thought, Jack didn't make the most of his opportunities but didn't stop trying. Had very little support though, Deledio's presence up there would have been handy for sure, while I think we could have benefited from someone like Vickery playing today as well.
I like Morris but have to say he was very poor today and I don't like him in the fwd line at all. Play him down back where he looks more comfortable or not at all IMO.
Reckon it showed how important Titch is, really missed him today :(
Quote from: JROO8 on April 11, 2015, 06:19:28 PM
Reckon it showed how important Titch is, really missed him today :(
Yep, fully agree.
Rance was insane, Dusty too and T-Hunt has performed well two weeks running.
Lids, Astbury and Knights in next week. Nippa, Grimes and Lambert out. They'd be my changes.
Quote from: JROO8 on April 11, 2015, 06:19:28 PM
Reckon it showed how important Titch is, really missed him today :(
That's another player that I forgot about how can Morris keep getting a game when all these other guys are ready to go it just does not make any sense to me unless we are not fielding our most skilled players , can one of you guys please point out what I am missing with Morris because even with yellow and black glasses on he would not get a game in any other AFL team
He shouldn't be getting a game the way he's playing in his current role. It's not working for him or us as a team.
Chuck him down back where he does his best work and order should be restored.
Quote from: Nige on April 11, 2015, 08:07:22 PM
He shouldn't be getting a game the way he's playing in his current role. It's not working for him or us as a team.
Chuck him down back where he does his best work and order should be restored.
Chucking him down the back does not make him any more skilled he is still keeping a good player out , if the Tiges go with this attitude we may as well throw the towel in now , if Hardwick is not going to make the hard decisions because someone is in the leadership group we may as well put him in the bin with Morris because it is make or break for us this year like it or not .
Quote from: shaker on April 11, 2015, 09:40:30 PM
Quote from: Nige on April 11, 2015, 08:07:22 PM
He shouldn't be getting a game the way he's playing in his current role. It's not working for him or us as a team.
Chuck him down back where he does his best work and order should be restored.
Chucking him down the back does not make him any more skilled he is still keeping a good player out , if the Tiges go with this attitude we may as well throw the towel in now , if Hardwick is not going to make the hard decisions because someone is in the leadership group we may as well put him in the bin with Morris because it is make or break for us this year like it or not .
You clearly don't watch Richmond games, Morris excels in his normal role as a defender.
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He shouldn't be getting a game the way he's playing in his current role. It's not working for him or us as a team.
Chuck him down back where he does his best work and order should be restored.
Chucking him down the back does not make him any more skilled he is still keeping a good player out , if the Tiges go with this attitude we may as well throw the towel in now , if Hardwick is not going to make the hard decisions because someone is in the leadership group we may as well put him in the bin with Morris because it is make or break for us this year like it or not .
You clearly don't watch Richmond games, Morris excels in his normal role as a defender.
Nige he is a spud you just cant keep defending every player we have you have to wake up and smell the roses he has no future in any successful Richmond team otherwise you will be an old man and I will be in the grave , you tell me a team that would accept that output in any position ..... none
Morris is decent, he just sucks as a forward. Like he's barely VFL forward level. Surely Hardwick will wake up and play him back next week.
Quote from: Mailman the 2nd on April 11, 2015, 10:12:44 PM
Morris is decent, he just sucks as a forward. Like he's barely VFL forward level. Surely Hardwick will wake up and play him back next week.
Sorry he is a SPUD
Quote from: shaker on April 11, 2015, 10:26:34 PM
Quote from: Mailman the 2nd on April 11, 2015, 10:12:44 PM
Morris is decent, he just sucks as a forward. Like he's barely VFL forward level. Surely Hardwick will wake up and play him back next week.
Sorry he is a SPUD
Not really, he's well within the best 22 (as a defender) looking at Richmond's individual performances. He's incredibly consistent too, not at an elite level but the Tigers only have 1 elite defender anyway.
He's easily on par with any of the rest of your back 6 apart from Rance
Quote from: shaker on April 11, 2015, 09:40:30 PM
Quote from: Nige on April 11, 2015, 08:07:22 PM
He shouldn't be getting a game the way he's playing in his current role. It's not working for him or us as a team.
Chuck him down back where he does his best work and order should be restored.
Chucking him down the back does not make him any more skilled he is still keeping a good player out , if the Tiges go with this attitude we may as well throw the towel in now , if Hardwick is not going to make the hard decisions because someone is in the leadership group we may as well put him in the bin with Morris because it is make or break for us this year like it or not .
Morris' offensive skillset = poor
Morris' defensive skillset = quite decent
That's what you're not seeing shaker; Morris defensively is really quite okay at what he does, and there probably isn't anyone in the magoos that could do what he does down back at the same level. Offensively though I agree he is poor and needs to improve, and no way should he continue to play in this forward role.
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Quote from: Mailman the 2nd on April 11, 2015, 10:12:44 PM
Morris is decent, he just sucks as a forward. Like he's barely VFL forward level. Surely Hardwick will wake up and play him back next week.
Sorry he is a SPUD
Not really, he's well within the best 22 (as a defender) looking at Richmond's individual performances. He's incredibly consistent too, not at an elite level but the Tigers only have 1 elite defender anyway.
He's easily on par with any of the rest of your back 6 apart from Rance
So you are saying our backs are rubbish , well I agree with you if he is a must in our backs , after today's performance we have gone nowhere since last year I'm just saying I don't think he would get a game in any other club and that is a bad reflection on where the Tiges are heading under this coach
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Quote from: Mailman the 2nd on April 11, 2015, 10:12:44 PM
Morris is decent, he just sucks as a forward. Like he's barely VFL forward level. Surely Hardwick will wake up and play him back next week.
Sorry he is a SPUD
Not really, he's well within the best 22 (as a defender) looking at Richmond's individual performances. He's incredibly consistent too, not at an elite level but the Tigers only have 1 elite defender anyway.
He's easily on par with any of the rest of your back 6 apart from Rance
So you are saying our backs are rubbish , well I agree with you if he is a must in our backs , after today's performance we have gone nowhere since last year I'm just saying I don't think he would get a game in any other club and that is a bad reflection on where the Tiges are heading under this coach
No, he would get a game at half the AFL clubs. He's an average defender, decent enough. He's not rubbish, you're just talking in hyperbole with nothing in the way of evidence to back it up.
Look at his stats compared to any other small defender. The reason Richmond haven't moved at all from last year is because he's playing in a suboptimal position
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Quote from: Mailman the 2nd on April 11, 2015, 10:12:44 PM
Morris is decent, he just sucks as a forward. Like he's barely VFL forward level. Surely Hardwick will wake up and play him back next week.
Sorry he is a SPUD
Not really, he's well within the best 22 (as a defender) looking at Richmond's individual performances. He's incredibly consistent too, not at an elite level but the Tigers only have 1 elite defender anyway.
He's easily on par with any of the rest of your back 6 apart from Rance
So you are saying our backs are rubbish , well I agree with you if he is a must in our backs , after today's performance we have gone nowhere since last year I'm just saying I don't think he would get a game in any other club and that is a bad reflection on where the Tiges are heading under this coach
No, he would get a game at half the AFL clubs. He's an average defender, decent enough. He's not rubbish, you're just talking in hyperbole with nothing in the way of evidence to back it up.
Look at his stats compared to any other small defender. The reason Richmond haven't moved at all from last year is because he's playing in a suboptimal position
Please his only attribute is his willingness to throw his body at the ball or the opponent with no regard for himself that is not good enough to be successful today you must be an athlete as well , what are they going to do when Lids , Conca , Foley Edwards plus some of the young guys are back or knocking at the door just not play them because he is in the leadership group , Hardwick has some tough decisions to make that will decide his and the Tigers future
All 4 of those players coming back are midfield/forward types no? Morris isn't competing with them to get a spot
Morris was close to an All-Australian defender a couple of years ago. Shoulder injuries have flowered him up lately. He's a shower fwd, but as a defender he's comfortably best 22. I'm pretty sure he won't play fwd anymore, I think dimma mentioned something in his presser. Was chucked back today after Dickson, Dahl and co. murdered us.
29 touches and a goal for Chris Knights against Footscray in a VFL practice game, must be selected to play the Lions next week.
Boys didn't see the game, how was Lambert on debut?
Quote from: Ricochet on April 12, 2015, 01:34:16 PM
Boys didn't see the game, how was Lambert on debut?
Honestly don't even remember seeing him (though I'm trying to erase yesterday's game from my memory) that much. Also hurt his shoulder and I don't know how serious it is. I don't think we'll see him next week, particularly with Lids to come back and Knights' flawless form.
Yeh Knights has to come in soon surely. Adds so much X Factor up fwd
Lambert was ok, but the forward line looked really dysfunctional as a whole so it was hard to get a grasp of how the players were going individually. Copped a knock to the AC joint and didn't last much longer after that before being subbed out, not sure if he'll miss weeks because of it but yeah Knights and Deledio have to come in anyways so we probably won't see him for a while.
The Barometer suggesting that Daniel Butler could be a sneaky chance for games given the Steve Morris experiment has failed - Butler ranked No 1 for forward pressure at junior level last year.
Personally would like to see Astbury, Edwards, Deledio in for Batchelor, Petterd and Lambert.
Quote from: Toga on April 13, 2015, 01:38:26 PM
The Barometer suggesting that Daniel Butler could be a sneaky chance for games given the Steve Morris experiment has failed - Butler ranked No 1 for forward pressure at junior level last year.
Personally would like to see Astbury, Edwards, Deledio in for Batchelor, Petterd and Lambert.
Literally just read it and came to post that, damn it Toges. :P
But yeah, I wouldn't be surprised if they were the changes. Add in Chris Knights, maybe at the expense of Grimes or Gordon.
Would love to see Knights come in somehow - could give Gordon or Lloyd a bit of a rest maybe.
Lloyd needs to stay in the side imo. Knows where the goals are and he does good things in our forward 50.
Lids in for Lambert
Edwards in for Petterd
Knights in for Gordon
Astbury in for Grimes
They won't make that many changes though
P.s Alex Rance is now the best (or at least equal best) defender in the comp and should write his own check
Quote from: quinny88 on April 13, 2015, 05:44:23 PM
Lids in for Lambert
Edwards in for Petterd
Knights in for Gordon
Astbury in for Grimes
They won't make that many changes though
Spot on.
Would be very surprised to see four changes, but all four of those really need to play.
That's of course assuming Lids and Titch are even right to play
Petterd and Lambert are both gone through injuries.
Doc Larkins says Titch will be fine.
Lids has to pass a fitness test.
Our 2015 Indigenous Round guernsey.
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Thoughts?
I quite like it. 8)
Yeah I really like it!
Where's Conca at??
Never mind, just read that he's still a fortnight away from training ::)
Quote from: quinny88 on April 13, 2015, 05:47:44 PM
P.s Alex Rance is now the best (or at least equal best) defender in the comp and should write his own check
This
Agree though Nige I like Lloyd in the team and would like to see him stay. Just really would like to see Knights have a run!
Grimes is out with a minor hamstring strain, will miss one or two weeks.
Basically confirms that Astbury comes in now.
Lambert out, Edwards in
Petterd out, Deledio in
Grimes out, Astbury in
Conca's still out with the same injury as Grimes.
Knights should come in, who goes out for him is the question.
Saw a bit on twitter about Lids being unlikely.
Quote from: Ricochet on April 15, 2015, 08:26:14 PM
Saw a bit on twitter about Lids being unlikely.
Well then that furthers sews up the inclusion of Sir Christopher Knights. 8)
So no Lids, hopefully he's good to go next week instead then.
So,
Astbury for Grimes
Knights for Lambert
Shedwards for Petterd
Any other changes?
Gordon could potentially play VFL this week if the coach doesn't wanna give him a full game in the ones as he needs some minutes..
According to Damian Barrett, Alex Rance is apparently undecided whether he'll even be playing footy in 2016.
Freo still interested and apparently the Lions have also put in a pretty lucrative offer. The current offer from us is apparently as good as the offers from other clubs though.
So you guys think that Gordon is a certain sub again or you think he's due for a full game? Who would be an alternative sub option?
Quote from: Rusty00 on April 16, 2015, 10:13:25 PM
So you guys think that Gordon is a certain sub again or you think he's due for a full game? Who would be an alternative sub option?
He's due for a full game but I really don't see an alternative.
Someone like Shaun Grigg is an outside chance as he has been sub before, but unfortunately I think it will be and won't be surprised if it's Nippa Gordon.
Knights set to miss 10-12 weeks. Requires surgery again.
The guy just can't catch a break :(
I'm so upset. The guys legitimately has zero luck with injuries. I hope this isn't the end. I fear one more injury and that could be it. :'(
Surgery again?!
Damn...
Super unlucky the poor bugger :(
Lids and Grimes unlikely for Friday night, with Conca to resume full training this week. Might be an opportunity to see a fresh face with Lids and Knights out, Lennon might be one to get a run.
Knights :'(
I'm hoping it is Lennon who gets a run.
Can play all over, has been good and it could be his chance to cement a spot.
Really feel for Knights, class act.
flower poor bloke. Its a shame his career has been destroyed by injuries, the bloke has that much talent
you guys confident in a 40+ win?
Quote from: kilbluff1985 on April 21, 2015, 12:09:15 PM
you guys confident in a 40+ win?
Not really to be honest.
I'd like to believe it's possible but I was confident in Round 9 (I think it was) last year when we played them as well.
Gotta play like we did against Brisbane and in the second half against Carlton or we'll lose.
I was more confident last week against the Lions lol.
They always seem to play well against us.
If we win, I don't see us winning by heaps tbh. Maybe similar to the Calrton game.
Melbourne took it pretty well to Adelaide, if Richmond isn't ready they'll lose pretty easily
Cotch has been good the past two weeks but don't expect much from him this week if it's true that Bernie Vince will play on him this week.
I'd back the boys to put a few blocks on and help Cotch out after seeing how well Vince held Dangerfield on the weekend
Quote from: Toga on April 21, 2015, 02:32:04 PM
I'd back the boys to put a few blocks on and help Cotch out after seeing how well Vince held Dangerfield on the weekend
Snipper Miles said the exact same thing hahaha.
Can you guys put some spud on Hogan this week please?
Don't want to embarrass Rance....
Quote from: Big Mac on April 21, 2015, 05:32:56 PM
Can you guys put some spud on Hogan this week please?
Don't want to embarrass Rance....
Embarrassing Rance? That doesn't happen. :P
Quote from: Big Mac on April 21, 2015, 05:32:56 PM
Can you guys put some spud on Hogan this week please?
Don't want to embarrass Rance....
hahahaha gold
Excited for this game, want to see us back up a good performance
I didn't catch the last Richmond game - but is Morris still up forward?
Nope, he was down in the backlines again (although he snuck forwards for a goal). Bad luck :P
Quote from: Toga on April 23, 2015, 04:15:39 PM
Nope, he was down in the backlines again (although he snuck forwards for a goal). Bad luck :P
Yeah, I think Dimma finally accepted it wasn't working at that the team functions a hell of a lot better with Morris down back.
Jax (that's his new nickname, for me anyway), Madonna and Drummond in for his debut. Newy, Knighta and Chappy out.
Really surprised Beatle didn't get a gig, he is an emergency though.
i'm excited to see Drummond i drafted him in BXV and AXVIII he looked really good
Good to see McDonough in the team, would be great if he could establish himself as that crafty small fwd we're after!
Far out injuries starting to mount..
Conca, Knights, Deledio, Petterd, Chappy, Newman.
This is a real Danger game
Quote from: Toga on April 23, 2015, 04:15:39 PM
Nope, he was down in the backlines again (although he snuck forwards for a goal). Bad luck :P
So now when he gives away frees we will have a direct shot on goal?
I'll take it 8)
Quote from: quinny88 on April 23, 2015, 08:13:04 PM
Far out injuries starting to mount..
Conca, Knights, Deledio, Petterd, Chappy, Newman.
This is a real Danger game
You can complain when you get close to Brisbane/West Coast :P
Quote from: quinny88 on April 23, 2015, 08:13:04 PM
Far out injuries starting to mount..
Conca, Knights, Deledio, Petterd, Chappy, Newman.
This is a real Danger game
I'm much more confident about the dees now
Richmond game experience: 1494
Dees game experience: 1818
With your outs, I think the dees are a very strong chance - Can't believe they're still paying $4
Quote from: Big Mac on April 23, 2015, 09:28:36 PM
Quote from: quinny88 on April 23, 2015, 08:13:04 PM
Far out injuries starting to mount..
Conca, Knights, Deledio, Petterd, Chappy, Newman.
This is a real Danger game
I'm much more confident about the dees now
Richmond game experience: 1494
Dees game experience: 1818
With your outs, I think the dees are a very strong chance - Can't believe they're still paying $4
That's a very interesting stat and certainly makes things interesting.
Couldn't bring myself to do it but a cheeky $50 on the dees wouldn't be a bad move haha.
Maybe Dees on the line haha
Post-game review before the game is actually over.
Shane Edwards is so god damn underrated it makes me sick.
Ben Griffiths is a very good player, has definitely cemented his spot in our best 22.
We're not going to be playing finals this year.
0.4 from Jack in unacceptable.
So badly exposed with the experience of Lids, Chappy and Newy missing.
Mark Maclure "The tigers, they don't like a fight, they can't play 1 on 1, they have to have loose players, they hate it when it's 1 on 1"
Whether you like him or not he is spot on. We look great against teams who don't pressure us well like the Blues and the Lions, but when its a contested, hard fought game we get shown up and fail to adapt.
Makes me really question Dimma.
I can't believe I'm agreeing with Mark Maclure, good lord.
Lack of depth gets us again, long year ahead.
Quote from: Kellogscrunchynut on April 24, 2015, 10:36:13 PM
Lack of depth gets us again, long year ahead.
More the lack of leadership for me.
Edwards and Maric the only 2 that can hold their head up high tonight.
Worst game we've played in years
First time I've actually noticed Edwards haha (can't say I watch many Richmond games though :P)
He played a ripper
Quote from: Big Mac on April 24, 2015, 11:45:37 PM
First time I've actually noticed Edwards haha (can't say I watch many Richmond games though :P)
He played a ripper
He does go un noticed a bit but he's a gun and a big spark for us. Only player that looked dangerous for us
Quote from: BigMac_93 on April 24, 2015, 10:31:17 PM
Mark Maclure "The tigers, they don't like a fight, they can't play 1 on 1, they have to have loose players, they hate it when it's 1 on 1"
Whether you like him or not he is spot on. We look great against teams who don't pressure us well like the Blues and the Lions, but when its a contested, hard fought game we get shown up and fail to adapt.
Makes me really question Dimma.
Wow can't believe I'm agreeing with that flog, but Dees were simply tougher. Disgraceful effort.
I actually came to this thread to talk about Titch, what a flowering gun. Fast becoming our most important player. Clearly our best last night.
Confirmed ACL from Drummo. :(
Damn, that sucks for he bloke. Wish him the best.
Griffiths set to miss a few weeks with a calf injury. flower me.
Gives Vickery a chance to try hold down a spot in the team. Will need to show something special so its a good opportunity for him.
Foley was best on in the VFL, could come in.
This injury list is getting out of hand :(
So many important players missing. Luckily no long term ones apart from Knights and Drummond but we desperately need some of the short term ones back in the side
Geelong next week at the G, they're not doing too flash either. We can't drop this one though because the next month isn't go to the slightest bit easy.
No excuse, but an interesting fact...
The side Richmond fielded on Friday night against Melbourne was the least experienced side (In terms of games) since Round 1, 2004.
Quote from: Nige on April 27, 2015, 08:40:00 PM
No excuse, but an interesting fact...
The side Richmond fielded on Friday night against Melbourne was the least experienced side (In terms of games) since Round 1, 2004.
Also over 400 games less experience than the Dees.
I'm really not worried or shocked about It that much. In fact I tipped Melbourne.
The disappointing thing was the manner in which we butchered the ball inside 50 and at goal and the fact that they were harder than us in the conditions. There's no excuse for that.
Changes for the Cats game?
A couple of Good performances from Vickery in the VFL will see him come in for the injured Griffiths.
If Any of Lids, Newman and Chappy are ready they will come back.
Foley had 30 in the VFL and will surely get a game
It really is just the same issue as last year when we were missing Lids, Tross and Ivvy.
Guys like Chappy and Newy are still very much role players in our side and bring experience, so getting them back sooner rather than later is what is needed.
Lids is key - our W/L record is showerehouse without him in the team.
Finally some good news..
Conca and Grimes to play some footy this weekend (probably VFL)
Deledio started running so should only miss 1 more
Chappy and Newy both on track to play
Conca... finally. Need him in WXVs
Conca will be a good in
Suspect they give him some time in the VFL
Hopefully Corey Ellis isn't too far away from his debut, too.
Quote from: JROO8 on April 29, 2015, 04:52:14 PM
Hopefully Corey Ellis isn't too far away from his debut, too.
He's still gonna have to win me over. :P
But yeah, will be an interesting week at the selection table.
IN: Newman, Chaplin, Vickery, Lennon, Corey Ellis
OUT: Gordon, Griffiths, Arnot, McDonough, Drummond
Newy, Chappy and Vickery were logical inclusions. Stoked that Beatle finally gets a run this year and Corey Eliis gets his debut, let's hope he has better luck that Drummo.
No surprise that Gordon got dropped, same with Madonna, but I actually thought Arnot wasn't too bad. I guess somebody had to make way.
Corey! Hope he proves you wrong Nige :P
Quote from: JROO8 on April 30, 2015, 06:53:00 PM
Corey! Hope he proves you wrong Nige :P
I'm with you buddy.
Still fuming we passed up on Laverde and Weller for him, so he better deliver.
Don't care though, my eyes will be on Beatle! :-*
TEAM NEWS
IN: Deledio, Gordon, Griffiths, Grimes
OUT: Vickery, Lloyd, Lennon, C Ellis.
Lids in, I think he'll start the game and get red vested. Nip Gordon the likely sub me thinks.
Vickery and Griffiths look like they might not play in the same team, good to see Griff's injury wasn't too bad.
Disappointed that Lloyd doesn't get a good run at it. Always pops up with 2-3 goals when he does
Quote from: Ricochet on May 08, 2015, 11:12:53 AM
Disappointed that Lloyd doesn't get a good run at it. Always pops up with 2-3 goals when he does
Yeah, a bit odd.
Being sub isn't his thing imo.
Typical, predictable, Richmond.
It was the opposite of the Carlton game.
This time it was a good first half before leaving Tassie at half time.
Yeah very disappointing I don't know what we can do ?
No need to panic yet with teams like Port and co dropping winable games as well, but you'd want to turn it around quickly
McBean in this week? 5 in the VFL again, might be worth giving him a shot, especially if Griffiths is out with concussion.
I want to see them reward blokes like Matty McDonough who have been performing week in week out in the twos. Don't play him down back, play him through the mids where he's been dominating or up forward which is his natural position. Give him a chance over the under-performers!!!
Bring in McBean!!!!!
Yeah, exactly right Toges!
Vickery kicked 3 as well, so I'm honestly not opposed to him coming in if Griff doesn't get up this week. I'm probably one of his few remaining supporters, I still believe he can forge a decent career.
There were suggestions Hampson could come in after 41 hitouts or something, I'd rather that not happen.
100% Ty will come in over Bean.
If anything Hampson should've came in last week against Goldy
Quote from: Nige on May 12, 2015, 01:28:13 PM
Vickery kicked 3 as well, so I'm honestly not opposed to him coming in if Griff doesn't get up this week. I'm probably one of his few remaining supporters, I still believe he can forge a decent career.
There were suggestions Hampson could come in after 41 hitouts or something, I'd rather that not happen.
Unless he had it 20 times and kicked 4, the 40 hit outs mean nothing
In: Vickery, Ellis, McBean, Elton
Out: Newman (groin), Griffiths (concussion), Astbury (omitted), Gordon (omitted)
McBean to debut! :D
Good to see McBean finally get a run after some good VFL form. As much as Newy has been a champion we need to get games into youngsters so it's good to see Ellis get a run. Astbury was very average last week so Elton deserves a change, provides a bit more versatility as well I think.
;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
IT'S HAPPENING! 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8)
Meh he's no Reece Mckenzie.
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Meh he's no Reece Mckenzie.
Blasphemy. Get out.
How many kegs does McBean have on him?
Hopefully enough. :P
Reece Mckenzie had to lose weight after getting drafted. Although if that logic was perfect, Richard Lounder would have been our best player of all time.
http://www.richmondfc.com.au/player-profile/liam-mcbean
He just looks skinny but the club has him at 93kg much better than when he was drafted that's for sure.
Good win, very few passengers. 8)
Spewing I missed it, looked like an amazing win :)
Gonna watch the replay soon
What happened to Shane Edwards lads? Nearly cost me my draft match!
Quote from: elephants on May 17, 2015, 08:30:44 PM
What happened to Shane Edwards lads? Nearly cost me my draft match!
He (along with a few others) cost me a draft match vs Craig. :(
Not sure what the issue was, haven't looked it up.
:D
Straight from the Richmond website:
"Making the win more significant was the fact the Tigers did it without their best player this season, Shane Edwards, who was a late withdrawal."
Looks like they're giving little away.
The Courier Mail reckons though:
"Midfielder Shane Edwards was a late withdrawal against the Pies because of a corked calf but is expected to play against the Power."
So thats very good news!
In other news Matty McDonough again had close to 30 touches and a couple of goals to his name. Will be hard to make many changes after a nice win like that but I think this kid needs to see a few games this year!
Quote from: Toga on May 18, 2015, 12:14:02 PM
In other news Matty McDonough again had close to 30 touches and a couple of goals to his name. Will be hard to make many changes after a nice win like that but I think this kid needs to see a few games this year!
Definitely, needs a good run at it. Would be a better forward option than Morris.
Important midfielder Shane Edwards was declared a certain starter just hours after he was withdrawn late against Collingwood with a minor calf problem, so expect him to return against Port Adelaide.
http://www.afl.com.au/news/2015-05-19/in-the-mix-round-eight
AFL â€@AFL 44s44 seconds ago
Tigers’ veteran Nathan Foley sent in for knee surgery
:( :( :(
Man, he was killing it in the first couple of weeks before he got injured and his track history with injuries is not great, this could be the end. :-\
WE'RE IN THE 8.
;D ;D ;D
Massive Dreamtime game coming up!
We play Freo the following week away before our bye so really need to win this week
What a performance last night though, everyone stood up!
All our stars (apart from Cotch) were massive - Jroo, Lids, Dusty, Ivan, Ellis, Miles.
These guys have copped heaps of criticism, but thought they all played great team games in Grigg, Morris, Grimes, Batch.
Thought our younger players showed some glimpses too - Meandue with his big goal, and Ellis and Kamdyn done some good things. Hope Dimma persists with them.
So Vickery will most likely miss, in comes McBean you'd think would be our only change. Big task for Bean against the Bombers defence.
Cotch was disgusting :s maybe Kornes paid him to have a stinker in his 300th and final game.
I just hope they don't decide we need bloody Elton or Hampson against the Bombers... bring back the Bean!
Well McBean is now listed as test on the injury list.
Ty 1-2 weeks.
Conca out for 4 or so more after injuring his hamstring again :'(
Shane Edwards cop a little less time on the ball as opposed to recent weeks? Just the 12 possies? Soz for the random question, got him in elite :p
Quote from: JROO8 on May 25, 2015, 06:59:33 PM
Well McBean is now listed as test on the injury list.
Ty 1-2 weeks.
Conca out for 4 or so more after injuring his hamstring again :'(
flower serious? Need him back for worlds asap
Quote from: Ricochet on May 26, 2015, 10:00:29 AM
Quote from: JROO8 on May 25, 2015, 06:59:33 PM
Well McBean is now listed as test on the injury list.
Ty 1-2 weeks.
Conca out for 4 or so more after injuring his hamstring again :'(
flower serious? Need him back for worlds asap
Yep :'(
The same luck wasn’t afforded to Richmond midfielder Reece Conca, who injured his hamstring while playing for the Tigers’ VFL team in last Saturday’s loss to Casey.
It is the second time this season that Conca has damaged his hamstring, with the latest setback expected to see him out of action for 4-6 weeks
http://www.richmondfc.com.au/news/2015-05-25/vickery-avoids-serious-injury
Three wins in a row boys! Tough ask to continue this streak this week though... can we do it?
I'm just gonna step in and say no, Nigey :P
Yeah nah probably not.
Quote from: Bill Manspeaker on June 01, 2015, 11:53:58 PM
I'm just gonna step in and say no, Nigey :P
Going in with zero expectations and hoping we have an 'honourable loss'. :P
Newman and Vickery set to come back in... Going to be interesting to see what the coaches do at the selection table this week..
Corey Ellis might need a rest so could come out for Newy, while you'd think McBean and Vickery will continually be in/out over this season as they compete for the one spot. Could go with Nathan Gordon if we don't want three talls.
Yeah I reckon Ellis and McBean out, Newy and Ty in.
Impressed with McBean, thought he competed well. But a tough task coming up against Freo's defence.
Yeah, spot on fellas. They seem likely changes.
This will be a lot closer than most people think.
We're just about the best travelling side in the comp and play particularly well at subi.
Haven't beat freo there for a while but if the idiot goal umpire can keep his foot out the way of our goals this time we might cause an upset :P
Quote from: quinny88 on June 02, 2015, 09:33:46 PM
We're just about the best travelling side in the comp
Give us a spell, you travel like 3 times a year haha
Quote from: elephants on June 02, 2015, 09:42:47 PM
Quote from: quinny88 on June 02, 2015, 09:33:46 PM
We're just about the best travelling side in the comp
Give us a spell, you travel like 3 times a year haha
Makes it easier. :P
Quote from: elephants on June 02, 2015, 09:42:47 PM
Quote from: quinny88 on June 02, 2015, 09:33:46 PM
We're just about the best travelling side in the comp
Give us a spell, you travel like 3 times a year haha
Haha about 6 times a year
Quote from: Bill Manspeaker on June 01, 2015, 11:53:58 PM
I'm just gonna step in and say no, Nigey :P
I apologise gentlemen! even if you don't get home from here (you should) you've proved me wrong
;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
flower YEAH LADS, 4 IN A ROW! AMAZING LAST MONTH OF FOOTY!
What a win
flower yeah boys ;D ;D
Everyone criticizing Steven Morris over the past few months should eat their words, he isn't the most skillful guy in the team but he can play a role it was always going to take time to get used to a new position.
Agreed, been great!
Still prefer him in the backline and think he will return there if we get a decent small forward in the off season but you can never question his heart. Getting better every week
What a fantastic win!! Dusty was phenomenal, Morris and Grimes were great, and I think all of our backs in general played a very good team game considering how many clearances/HO's to advantage they had. What a month of footy to lead into the bye.
On another note, Basil Zempilas is an atrocious commentator and I hope I'm not forced to listen to him commentate the Tiges in a fortnight. ::)
Quote from: Toga on June 06, 2015, 01:32:44 AM
On another note, Basil Zempilas is an atrocious commentator and I hope I'm not forced to listen to him commentate the Tiges in a fortnight. ::)
Quote from: JROO8 on June 06, 2015, 02:10:02 AM
Quote from: Toga on June 06, 2015, 01:32:44 AM
On another note, Basil Zempilas is an atrocious commentator and I hope I'm not forced to listen to him commentate the Tiges in a fortnight. ::)
How good's the captain been?!!
Richmond did really well at exposing Fremantle's middle tier players. I don't think one player match-up went Freos way for the night.
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Quote from: Donnie Brasco on June 06, 2015, 12:30:47 PM
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Glad you mentioned him! He saved so many goals, best game I've seen him
Play
Grimey was great against Port, and great again against the Dockers. A big part of why our defence is looking great the last month!
Wonder if he's related to Frank.
Whats Corey Ellis's JS like? He had his best game so far on Friday night and even though he got subbed I feel he should keep his spot for a few games after the bye. I had a look at the injury list, not much there that would threaten his spot in the near future.
I'm really dying for a rd 11 rookie to trade in Rd12 for Miller/McKenzie and he is the only real option (Liam Dawson is the only other, no thanks!)
Newman will probably be back in the next couple of weeks so there's a chance Ellis, Menadue and Newy will be competing for two spots in the team. Add to that guys like Nip Gordon will always be knocking on the door! He has been playing well though.
I feel like Menadue & Ellis will both be sub risk (red or green vest) in any games they play at the moment anyways.
Menadue and Ellis have been really good! I honestly didn't expect either to come on as much as they have so far this season. They're growing with every game and it's good that they're keeping their place with good performances.
"The Tigers would love Giant Dylan Shiel or one of Gold Coast pair Brandon Matera and Dion Prestia.
Swan Daniel Hannebery, who is a top-three Brownlow contender and a free agent next year, could also be sought, along with tough nut Luke Parker. Sydney’s salary cap is “Buddy†tight."
From an article on the Herald Sun. If we could add Dylan Shiel/Adam Treloar/Dion Prestia type and Brandon Matera I think we'd be a pretty formidable side next year. Also mentions someone like Steven Motlop as a potential target...
We're still missing that really nippy midfield player that can kick goals out of the middle like Shiel and that dangerous small forward that will make Richmond a genuine contender.
First stop is signing up Rance though.
If we have to throw everything at Rance and miss out on somebody mentioned above, I'm fine with that. Rance is too important to lose.
Pfffffft Matera and Bennell are comin' home.
Quote from: elephants on June 10, 2015, 12:54:04 PM
Pfffffft Matera and Bennell are comin' home.
So is Rance ;)
DAMIEN Hardwick says he'll wait on the Melbourne weather for Friday night before confirming whether his three tall forwards will face West Coast at the MCG.
http://www.afl.com.au/news/2015-06-18/weatherwatch-to-determine-tiger-forward-line-hardwick
I swear we better not drop Tyrone. Sense a big bag is coming up for him, plus it would get the Eagles supporters really mad lol #BOOOOOOOOOO
Thought Newy might come in, but says in that article he will play VFL. So don't think we'll have any changes tonight.
So Richo was inducted in to the AFL hall of fame before the Richmond hall of fame??
Really hope you guys play Vickery, should be a vintage 8 possession game from him!
Quote from: elephants on June 18, 2015, 06:00:49 PM
Really hope you guys play Vickery, should be a vintage 8 possession game from him!
Wouldn't speak too soon ele, he's actually playing good footy at the minute
Quote from: quinny88 on June 18, 2015, 06:05:01 PM
Quote from: elephants on June 18, 2015, 06:00:49 PM
Really hope you guys play Vickery, should be a vintage 8 possession game from him!
Wouldn't speak too soon ele, he's actually playing good footy at the minute
Haha I know, still hope he plays though
Quote from: elephants on June 18, 2015, 06:07:48 PM
Quote from: quinny88 on June 18, 2015, 06:05:01 PM
Quote from: elephants on June 18, 2015, 06:00:49 PM
Really hope you guys play Vickery, should be a vintage 8 possession game from him!
Wouldn't speak too soon ele, he's actually playing good footy at the minute
Haha I know, still hope he plays though
Haha I'm sure most of your supporters do so you can boo him :P
Quote from: JROO8 on June 18, 2015, 06:09:28 PM
Quote from: elephants on June 18, 2015, 06:07:48 PM
Quote from: quinny88 on June 18, 2015, 06:05:01 PM
Quote from: elephants on June 18, 2015, 06:00:49 PM
Really hope you guys play Vickery, should be a vintage 8 possession game from him!
Wouldn't speak too soon ele, he's actually playing good footy at the minute
Haha I know, still hope he plays though
Haha I'm sure most of your supporters do so you can boo him :P
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The 20 of them that will make the trip to a cold damp MCG? Haha]
Haha if only I was made of money
Quote from: JROO8 on June 18, 2015, 04:22:57 PM
Thought Newy might come in, but says in that article he will play VFL. So don't think we'll have any changes tonight.
I reckon there's a chance Nippa Gordon or Sammy Lloyd come in for Menadue.
Quote from: elephants on June 18, 2015, 06:29:45 PM
Haha if only I was made of money
Where would you take the money from first?
I'd probably start by shaving it off my ass, or maybe a thigh
Geez not sure about the umpiring tonight.
Tosh likely to get dropped?
Not sure. Didn't realise he had so little of the ball till I looked at stats after the game, he still looked like he was involved a fair bit. If Ellis is injured makes it more unlikely I think, and reckon Taylor Hunt might be one that needs a couple of games in the twos to get his mojo back.
Quote from: Toga on June 19, 2015, 09:05:08 PM
Geez not sure about the umpiring tonight.
Some genuine howlers at crucial times probably cost us a goal here and there, but our kicking was Auskick quality and some players just did not have good nights at all. Hunt, Cotch, Kamdyn are names that come to mind.
Positives were Dusty, Tyrone and Grimes imo.
Quote from: kilbluff1985 on June 19, 2015, 10:52:37 PM
Tosh likely to get dropped?
I'm not sure, it's definitely a possibility. We have Sydney next Friday night, so that's a worry. Probably depends on who performs in the VFL. Newy will probably come in, Corey Ellis might miss too depending on how badly hurt he is (probably needs a rest anyway).
WCE's press was just too much for us tonight, they executed it very well and we didn't take our chances when we had them. A couple of misses from Lids and Jack late in the game cost us. Eagles were just the better team and Maric had no answers to NN, even Sinclair out-rucked him at times, which was a huge factor in their win.
But seriously, anyone else think there were some very ordinary calls by the umpires tonight?
>Chaplin FA to NicNat for putting body on him as he went to go 3rd man up + 50m penalty... NN wasn't the nominated ruckman so not sure what the problem was there?
>Rance FA for throwing the ball to the umpire, who caught it?
>McIntosh blatantly tripped late in the game as Richmond broke through the press, not called.
There were a bunch of other instances but I won't bother with them, the above was what stood out. Not discrediting the Eagles as they definitely deserved to win tonight but wtf!
Dusty was huge again. Great to see him putting in some awesome 4 qtr efforts this year! Really maturing as a player, how good was his composure playing on and slotting a couple of goals at crucial times tonight.
Yep, on the money as always their Toges!
I'm still in awe of how bad our kicking was. I'm talking about in general play and shots on goal. Dusty and Tyrone had two shots that were certain goals but didn't get them. Lids and Jack had ones they would have kicked more often than not. Ivvy's shot at goal was deplorable.
Taylor Hunt had turnovers galore, I cringed every time he went to dispose of it. Batch had a mixed bag for me. I thought he had a few moments of brilliance, but it was offset by some stupid stuff. Brandon Ellis does well 50% of the time, but his disposal at times makes me want to flip tables in disgust.
Also thought Flossy was good tonight and I think Connor Menadue also did really well after coming on. Still learning and developing, but from what I've seen we got that pick right. Needs to put on some size though, paper is thicker than he is right now. Happy with the way Stevie Morris went about it tonight as well, didn't stand out but had some good moments.
Yep agree with that Nige!
Not sure what's the deal with Hunt he just doesn't look confident with it and turned it over too cheaply too often. Wouldn't be surprised to see Newy come in for him next week.
Thought Brando and Vlas were really good. Tigga is really excelling as a small defender at the moment, really like his work.
Not good enough tonight but there were positive signs, WCE are a very solid side so nothing to be ashamed of.
Soo disappointing :(
Just flat tonight. The bye seems to have that affect..
Aside from that we turned it over to much and continually bombed it to their spare man.
West coast too smart and too good tonight
Quote from: quinny88 on June 20, 2015, 12:34:08 AM
Just flat tonight. The bye seems to have that affect..
Aside from that we turned it over to much and continually bombed it to their spare man.
West coast too smart and too good tonight
I think that's more the result of their press working really well rather than a reflection on us. Our disposal was very poor but we just lacked the composure to hold up the game and bring it back on to our terms like we have been so good at doing the last few weeks, and as a result West Coast continually had that spare player in front of play.
Disappointing loss but the Eagles are a very good side, can't be too ashamed about that loss!
HUGE NEWS THIS MORNING!
Alex Rance has re-signed for 4 more years keeping him a Tiger until the end of 2019!
;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
http://www.afl.com.au/news/2015-06-20/relief-for-tigers-as-rance-signs-new-fouryear-deal
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MASSIVE NEWS :D
Last night doesn't matter anymore
That is great news I thought he was a goner :)
Beauty! Now let's go get ourselves a gun with whatever's left over
Flower yeah Rancey.
:D!
Quote from: quinny88 on June 20, 2015, 02:04:26 PM
Now let's go get ourselves a gun with whatever's left over
http://www.richmondfc.com.au/news/2015-06-20/competitive-tigers-fall-short-in-vfl-thriller
VFL team went down to Footscray in a close one.
Good news is that a lot of the AFL listed lads did well including McDonough, Newy, Lambert, Gordon and Lloyd.
Madonna better come in this week. Would love to see him given a good run at it.
I worry about how we let opposition midfielders get such huge numbers. Dusty and Ellis really turned it on! I guess if we're still winning then its no big deal :p
Rance is a huge re-signing, good stuff lads!
Great news about Rance. Glad he stayed
Anyone know what kind of figures he is earning?
Quote from: Kellogscrunchynut on June 22, 2015, 02:34:02 PM
Anyone know what kind of figures he is earning?
I'd say $550k at a guess
Lambert and Cachia is our old VFL midfield :P
Who thinks McIntosh is due for a spell?
He's been solid and really liked what he's done but he has tapered off and could probably do with a couple in the VFL.
I'd bring in Newy for Corey Ellis and McDonough for McIntosh
I'm good with those changes quinny, they seem the logical ones.
Not opposed to somebody like Nippa or Lambert getting a gig either, potentially and the expense of Hunt who could maybe use a game at Punt Rd to find his feet again, seems like a deer in headlights lately.
Quote from: Nige on June 23, 2015, 12:03:43 PM
I'm good with those changes quinny, they seem the logical ones.
Not opposed to somebody like Nippa or Lambert getting a gig either, potentially and the expense of Hunt who could maybe use a game at Punt Rd to find his feet again, seems like a deer in headlights lately.
Yeah I dont mind that either although I think playing against Sydney, Hunt could be useful around the stoppages
70,000 wood grubs, ( sorry ) members, a mighty effort indeed.
Newy, Nippa, Lambert in for Morris, Menadue (both omitted) and C.Ellis (hip).
I reckon Morris and Menadue haven't actually been that bad, but I'm pretty happy with the ins.
Matt McDonough can count himself seriously unlucky, doesn't even make the emgs! :o
Menadues got some Quality about him, hope he can beef up over the next few off seasons though.
Quote from: Nige on June 25, 2015, 06:58:43 PM
Matt McDonough can count himself seriously unlucky
Wtf what more does McDonough need to do. Really hope we start giving him a chance or he might be goneski next time he comes out of contract :(
Well boys, we did it!
Shocking first half, but that second half was something else!
congrats guys, was really barracking hard for your boys tonight.. cos flower Sydney and all :P
That was better than the freo win imo.
32 down at half time I thought we were going to lose by 50+ and very nearly turned it off.
Rance is worth every penny he's getting and Cotchins 2nd half was a true Captains performance.
Could go on and on about the players that stepped up in that 2nd half. Great performance
Cheers boys ;)
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Huge win from the boys last night, probably one of the best wins I've ever seen I think!
How good was Cotchin's horizontal goal, and Ivan's penalty shot! ;D
Jack, Cotchin, Rance, Vlastuin and Vickery were all very very good last night. Only downer is a potential MRP citing on Nippa, but think we have good depth to cover him if he's rubbed out (give McDonough a shot!)
This and the Freo win are right up there, can't ever remember the tiges being this good.
Boy am I glad we played you guys in round 4
Reckon people underestimated our win over you blokes
Quote from: elephants on June 29, 2015, 04:21:00 PM
Reckon people underestimated our win over you blokes
Agreed, really well coached performance. Reckon people underestimated you guys in general, you're a top four side.
Quote from: JROO8 on June 29, 2015, 06:40:01 PM
Quote from: elephants on June 29, 2015, 04:21:00 PM
Reckon people underestimated our win over you blokes
Agreed, really well coached performance. Reckon people underestimated you guys in general, you're a top four side.
Definitely. WCE are looking real good at the moment
That was terrifying.
Not sure we deserved to win it, pretty ordinary effort all day. Can't exactly pinpoint what it was tbh, maybe somebody else could. It was wet, but that doesn't excuse nearly kicking 20 behinds when a lot were very gettable.
Regardless, we got the 4 points, but that was way too close for my liking.
Better than the Giants for most of the game, just couldn't capitalise. Another character building win to come from behind and kick 5 in the last qtr after only kicking five up to the end of the third. Titch, Cotch and Riewoldt stood out to me as having good games once again!
Quote from: Toga on July 04, 2015, 04:45:38 PM
Better than the Giants for most of the game, just couldn't capitalise. Another character building win to come from behind and kick 5 in the last qtr after only kicking five up to the end of the third. Titch, Cotch and Riewoldt stood out to me as having good games once again!
Add Rance to that list. He was exceptional.
Yeah, Rance was pretty good although I thought he was beaten in one-on-ones with Cameron more often than he usually does. Not often that you see him outmarked! But he did some great work dropping off his player to make a spoil as well. So glad we've got him signed up!
What about the lad Bachar?!
Quote from: elephants on July 06, 2015, 11:30:40 AM
What about the lad Bachar?!
I was at the game, I reckon Houli would be in the Brownlow votes.
It's Hammer Time :-\
Was held back from playing VFL over the weekend, in case Maric is suspended.
It's Hammer Time :-\
Was held back from playing VFL over the weekend, in case Maric is suspended.
Holy shower the VFL team won a game.
Surely Maric will be alright though?
Hopefully, got him in all 3 comps :-X
Maric given a match ::)
I hope we contest. Don't think it deserved a week.
Quote from: Toga on July 06, 2015, 04:49:29 PM
Maric given a match ::)
I hope we contest. Don't think it deserved a week.
Wow, okay. Didn't expect that.
I'm a bit worried about the idea of Hampson vs Wood/Kreuzer.
I'd honestly rather have Vickery just ruck the whole game.
CONTEST THAT SHOWER!
Apparently we're prepared to offer Adam Treloar a six year contract if the Herald Sun is to be believed.
Quote from: Nige on July 06, 2015, 06:22:40 PM
Apparently we're prepared to offer Adam Treloar a six year contract if the Herald Sun is to be believed.
Get it done Richmond !
P.s Maric getting a week for that is a bit stiff I woulda thought.
Quote from: Nige on July 06, 2015, 06:22:40 PM
Apparently we're prepared to offer Adam Treloar a six year contract if the Herald Sun is to be believed.
North and tiges the two front runners I've heard?
Quote from: roo boys! on July 06, 2015, 06:30:54 PM
Quote from: Nige on July 06, 2015, 06:22:40 PM
Apparently we're prepared to offer Adam Treloar a six year contract if the Herald Sun is to be believed.
North and tiges the two front runners I've heard?
Didn't realise that was the case, before today the last I heard was Collingwood were trying really hard to get him but he was thinking about staying.
That said, Treloar's one of my fave players in the comp, I'd love nothing more for him to come to Tigerland!
Quote from: Nige on July 06, 2015, 08:15:01 PM
Quote from: roo boys! on July 06, 2015, 06:30:54 PM
Quote from: Nige on July 06, 2015, 06:22:40 PM
Apparently we're prepared to offer Adam Treloar a six year contract if the Herald Sun is to be believed.
North and tiges the two front runners I've heard?
Didn't realise that was the case, before today the last I heard was Collingwood were trying really hard to get him but he was thinking about staying.
That said, Treloar's one of my fave players in the comp, I'd love nothing more for him to come to Tigerland!
Yeah all I've heard so far is pointing towards him staying at GWS but you'd have to think they'll feel a salary cap squeeze soon especially with Shiel tied up
I'm not really expecting Treloar to leave but I can hope I guess. Felt more excited by Shiel and I was wrong with that one so who knows
Quote from: roo boys! on July 06, 2015, 08:32:55 PM
Quote from: Nige on July 06, 2015, 08:15:01 PM
Quote from: roo boys! on July 06, 2015, 06:30:54 PM
Quote from: Nige on July 06, 2015, 06:22:40 PM
Apparently we're prepared to offer Adam Treloar a six year contract if the Herald Sun is to be believed.
North and tiges the two front runners I've heard?
Didn't realise that was the case, before today the last I heard was Collingwood were trying really hard to get him but he was thinking about staying.
That said, Treloar's one of my fave players in the comp, I'd love nothing more for him to come to Tigerland!
Yeah all I've heard so far is pointing towards him staying at GWS but you'd have to think they'll feel a salary cap squeeze soon especially with Shiel tied up
I'm not really expecting Treloar to leave but I can hope I guess. Felt more excited by Shiel and I was wrong with that one so who knows
If we don't get him, who's bloody left? All this cash and no one to spend it on
Quote from: quinny88 on July 07, 2015, 01:35:10 AM
If we don't get him, who's bloody left? All this cash and no one to spend it on
Danger ;)
Give Dusty an extra 200k.
Looks good :P
(http://cdndata.bigfooty.com/2015/07/149724_50d73d10f1bddd873c2683dbc0abc649.jpg)
Actually the first time in a long time that a Richmond jumper hasn't looked good on someone
Everybody looks good in yellow and black. :P
Quote from: Rusty00 on July 07, 2015, 11:52:42 AM
Quote from: quinny88 on July 07, 2015, 01:35:10 AM
If we don't get him, who's bloody left? All this cash and no one to spend it on
Danger ;)
Haha well that would be the ideal choice but haven't heard a word about him from a Richmond perspective
Quote from: JROO8 on July 07, 2015, 04:27:35 PM
Looks good :P
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Another bloke I'll always confuse with Hunt, Ellis, Morris and Drummond haha
Quote from: Nige on July 07, 2015, 04:40:57 PM
Everybody looks good in yellow and black. :P
This. :P
Quote from: quinny88 on July 07, 2015, 05:15:28 PM
Another bloke I'll always confuse with Hunt, Ellis, Morris and Drummond haha
Haha earlier in the year I'd always get confused with Ellis and Hunt. Not anymore tho, Hunt hardly ever goes near the footy :P
He looks like Ron Howard.
So I saw that Cam Newton trained with your boys today
I thought your team was better than that, hopefully doesn't give the lads the loser and choker bugs :3
Could be some nice and easy publicity tho
Who is he/what's the deal Jukes? I don't know anything about him :P
Quote from: Toga on July 07, 2015, 08:58:43 PM
Who is he/what's the deal Jukes? I don't know anything about him :P
Really really really bad quarterback for Carolina who was drafted at pick 1 because the media love him, has only ever won 1 playoff game and that was at home against the other team's third-best QB and the only reason he's ever made the playoffs was due to an awesome defence, think he's over here to promote Under Armour or something like that.
Hilarious thing is in the draft he was taken at #1, the future GOAT (literally) was taken at #11, guy who already has 2 defensive player of the year titles, and was the runner-up for MVP (unheard of for a defensive player in the last 30 years)
tl;dr tiges got ripped off in terms of having a famous athlete associated with them, we get Bogut :D
We had Virat Kohli during the summer as well.
Quote from: Ricochet on July 07, 2015, 04:40:28 PM
Actually the first time in a long time that a Richmond jumper hasn't looked good on someone
Hold up, how about we get a better pic of Adam and the guernsey in it's proper colour...
(http://i59.tinypic.com/2q2poq9.png)
Much better 8)
Quote from: Nige on July 07, 2015, 04:40:57 PM
Everybody looks good in yellow and black. :P
Yep, that one looks better! The one I posted was a pretty average photoshop job
Quote from: Toga on July 08, 2015, 12:31:13 PM
Hold up, how about we get a better pic of Adam and the guernsey in it's proper colour...
(http://i59.tinypic.com/2q2poq9.png)
Much better 8)
Quote from: Nige on July 07, 2015, 04:40:57 PM
Everybody looks good in yellow and black. :P
Now we're talkin 8)
It's been confirmed that Hammer will play this week.
Not like we've got any other options :-X
Quote from: Toga on July 09, 2015, 02:18:15 PM
Not like we've got any other options :-X
I still would have been okay with Vickery rucking the whole game tbh.
I guess Hammer's been in form, hopefully his first and last game for the season. :P
Put Vickery in the Ruck and Reece McKenzie in the forward line simple stuff.
So Hammer in for Maric and McBean for Griff. Don't think we'll make any other changes, although I think McDonough should get another chance.
McBean is the poor mans McKenzie
Can we pls play McDonough. One day. Please!
Hammer will go alright. He's a great tap ruckman and has a good pair of hands, just hope he doesn't have to kick the ball too often :P
I would actually look at bringing in a small for Griffen. When we've played against smaller defences in recent times (West Coast and GWS) we've been hurt by the loose and rebound out of our defence.
I wouldn't mind having a set up of something like
HF: Deledio, Riewoldt, Edwards
FF: Gordon, Vickery, Lloyd/Lennon
P.s it's amazing to think that this time last year we were in the exact same position as Carlton (3-10) and made the finals :o
Matt Thomas upgraded to the senior list, been pretty good in the VFL.
I'd imagine there would be a be a few supporters losing their shower if he's picked though
From the Richmond Football Club Supporters Page on Facebook
QuoteIt surely can't be long until Matt McDonough gets a senior call-up. Here are his last 7 VFL reports:
Round 12
18 disposals, 10 contested possessions, 7 tackles
Only played a half of footy and still had 18 touches. Impacted the game in crucial stoppages and played a high level of AFL footy. Another player pushing for senior selection.
Round 11
24 disposals, seven clearances
Played a good game for us offensively. Defensively, he let us down a little bit at times. But he continues to find the ball around stoppages, and some of the work he’s doing in close is AFL standard, we just need to keep his game on the outside coming along.
Round 10
28 disposals, five clearances, three goals
Had his best game for several weeks. Won a lot of ball and also impacted the scoreboard. If he can play like this on a consistent basis, he’s going to be pushing hard for senior selection. It’s the standard that he needs to be at.
Round 8
21 disposals, 12 contested possessions, six clearances
Had a good return for an inside midfielder, as his statistics show â€" six clearances, five tackles and 12 contested possessions. Our midfield, however, was well beaten by their Werribee counterparts and, unfortunately, we never got going inside. He needs to play better in order to strengthen his claims for a return to the senior side.
Round 7
16 disposals, three clearances, one goal
Played midfield in the first half, and then a little bit down back, before being ‘subbed’ at three-quarter time to be prepared for the AFL as a carry-over player. Was probably a little down on his customary high standard clearance work and competitive work inside. But we expect his form to pick up this week.
Round 6
18 disposals, five tackles
Couldn’t back up his stellar performance from the previous round. Was okay on the night, with a lot of work inside, including three or four clearances and five tackles. Overall, however, we expect more from him.
Round 5
30 disposals, seven clearances, three goals
Played his best game for the year, picking up 30 disposals and kicking three goals. Was very competitive inside the contest, but got plenty of ball outside as well, which is something we have been focusing on with him. Is pushing hard for another opportunity at senior level.
That's actually ridiculous. I don't understand how the bloke still hasn't gotten a call up yet. ???
Reading it again, it's kinda clear to see they want him to be gathering a high number of possessions given the Round 8 write up saw him do pretty well and yet they say he needs to do more.
It's a lot more consistent than some other blokes at the moment. Morris didn't have a great game last week on the back of his return to the side. One can only assume he's in for a role on somebody, maybe Yarran?
Doesn't seem like he can string anything together reading those reports
I'd want to see him have 3 or 4 games in a row where he has it ~25 times and works well defensively before considering him
Brandt Colledge's stats shower on those AND he cops a heavy tag week in week out.
Those are decent, but nothing super special haha
Quote from: elephants on July 09, 2015, 11:08:56 PM
Brandt Colledge's stats shower on those AND he cops a heavy tag week in week out.
Those are decent, but nothing super special haha
Well they're better than Stevie Morris :P who gets in ahead of him
The problem i have with it is that we're still desperately needing a really speedy small forward who's dangerous around the goals - which is what McDonough was drafted as. Even though he is playing predominantly midfield he can still impact the scoreboard (3 goals last week) which I would like to see him get an opportunity to do at AFL level. Steve's defensive work is good sometimes but how much more does McDonough need to do!!
Quote from: JROO8 on July 09, 2015, 11:14:08 PM
Quote from: elephants on July 09, 2015, 11:08:56 PM
Brandt Colledge's stats shower on those AND he cops a heavy tag week in week out.
Those are decent, but nothing super special haha
Well they're better than Stevie Morris :P who gets in ahead of him
Haha fair call
2-4 to 9-5, it hasn't been pretty, but we're doing well.
Ugly win but it is a win
Footy has gotten so defensive that every other game is and "ugly" win
Hairline fracture of the fibula for Shedwards which they reckon is a 2-3 week injury. Needs a specialist opinion though.
That's not too bad. Means he'll miss St Kilda and Freo at the very least if the above holds true.
That's a relief saw it on Facebook this morning, nearly had a fit.
Lids and Katie welcomed a baby girl named Milla into the world this morning!
Now get us a Lids Jr, Brett. :P
Good news about Edwards, I was fearing the worst I must admit.
Vickery might be looking at a week or2 on the sidelines for that bump so what changes should be made?
I liked Lambert as the sub and he made an impact when he came on so would like to see him have another chance.
Also liked Hammers game but not sure if he and Maric can play in the same side.
Quote from: quinny88 on July 13, 2015, 01:43:48 AM
Good news about Edwards, I was fearing the worst I must admit.
Vickery might be looking at a week or2 on the sidelines for that bump so what changes should be made?
I liked Lambert as the sub and he made an impact when he came on so would like to see him have another chance.
Also liked Hammers game but not sure if he and Maric can play in the same side.
Given Vickery's probably gonna get suspended and Griffiths is still injured, I won't be surprised if we play Hammer again, because we need that second tall forward so Jack can do his thing and it's basically Hammer or McBean.
It's time to unleash the beast.
Better news than I was expecting on Titch.
So Vickery got one up to because of a bad record.
I kinda want us to appeal it, but I can't see it happening.
Quote from: Nige on July 13, 2015, 10:49:00 AM
Quote from: quinny88 on July 13, 2015, 01:43:48 AM
Good news about Edwards, I was fearing the worst I must admit.
Vickery might be looking at a week or2 on the sidelines for that bump so what changes should be made?
I liked Lambert as the sub and he made an impact when he came on so would like to see him have another chance.
Also liked Hammers game but not sure if he and Maric can play in the same side.
Given Vickery's probably gonna get suspended and Griffiths is still injured, I won't be surprised if we play Hammer again, because we need that second tall forward so Jack can do his thing and it's basically Hammer or McBean.
Hammer makes a pretty ordinary forward though and so does Maric. Think we'd be better to bring in someone like Astbury to play forward
Astbury has only just come back, Reece McKenzie is hitting some form in the 2's he's the foil for McBean taking away the best defender.
Quote from: Nige on July 13, 2015, 11:49:54 PM
So Vickery got one up to because of a bad record.
I kinda want us to appeal it, but I can't see it happening.
The MRP is a lottery atm. He would have got more last year
Conca played VFL on the weekend yeh? Anyone know how he went?
Quote from: Ricochet on July 14, 2015, 09:57:33 AM
Conca played VFL on the weekend yeh? Anyone know how he went?
Didn't play much minutes at all
http://www.richmondfc.com.au/news/2015-07-13/midfield-duo-on-the-verge-of-returning
Quote from: JROO8 on July 14, 2015, 11:15:17 AM
Quote from: Ricochet on July 14, 2015, 09:57:33 AM
Conca played VFL on the weekend yeh? Anyone know how he went?
Didn't play much minutes at all
http://www.richmondfc.com.au/news/2015-07-13/midfield-duo-on-the-verge-of-returning
it wasnt registered here
http://www.aflplayerratings.com.au/Ratings/Player/115742/Reece-CONCA
Would expect Conca to play at least a month in the VFL.
Handy little inclusion to have up our sleeve later in the year though
Quote from: Capper on July 14, 2015, 06:47:39 PM
Quote from: JROO8 on July 14, 2015, 11:15:17 AM
Quote from: Ricochet on July 14, 2015, 09:57:33 AM
Conca played VFL on the weekend yeh? Anyone know how he went?
Didn't play much minutes at all
http://www.richmondfc.com.au/news/2015-07-13/midfield-duo-on-the-verge-of-returning
it wasnt registered here
http://www.aflplayerratings.com.au/Ratings/Player/115742/Reece-CONCA
Article says they are returning this weekend
Hayden Crozier is out of contract at the end of the year.
Wouldn't mind signing him if he wants to move back home.
I don't mind Crozier. Would rather Treloar though :P
Apparently we're leading the race for Treloar, but GWS still confident of keeping him.
Treloar would be a huge get and I really hope the recruiting team goes hard after him and offers him a big deal.
Still think a crafty small fwd should be high on the agenda as well though, Crozier could definitely be a good target!
How about Steven Motlop probably not available but hey.
Quote from: Kellogscrunchynut on July 15, 2015, 02:49:22 PM
How about Steven Motlop probably not available but hey.
Exactly the small forward/mid we need. Someone with some pace and spark.
Treloar definitely the first target though
Yeah, it's definitely Treloar > Motlop > Crozier as far as the order of most wanted goes.
I'd be happy with any tbh.
Quote from: quinny88 on July 15, 2015, 03:35:17 PM
Quote from: Kellogscrunchynut on July 15, 2015, 02:49:22 PM
How about Steven Motlop probably not available but hey.
Exactly the small forward/mid we need. Someone with some pace and spark.
Treloar definitely the first target though
Exactly my thoughts. Kind of hoping Geelong makes him available as he'd be a great pickup for us
Quote from: Nige on July 15, 2015, 05:53:17 PM
Yeah, it's definitely Treloar > Motlop > Crozier as far as the order of most wanted goes.
I'd be happy with any tbh.
With talk of having big money we have to get a big name. I wouldn't be satisfied unless we got an A grader like Treloar.
Motlop or Crozier would be a nice bonus on the side though :P
LENNON AND MCDONOUGH FINALLY GET A GAME! :o :o :o
Quote from: Nige on July 17, 2015, 05:38:38 PM
LENNON AND MCDONOUGH FINALLY GET A GAME! :o :o :o
About time.
No surprise Morris dropped there just does not seem to be a spot for him anymore
They need to bite the bullet with playing Morris as a defensive forward, he played some really good footy in defence.
Quote from: Kellogscrunchynut on July 17, 2015, 05:50:29 PM
They need to bite the bullet with playing Morris as a defensive forward, he played some really good footy in defence.
Our defence seems settled his days are numbered he just cant get disposals sad to say but think he is a goner
Yay McDonough :-*
Would you believe that these two people are the same age?
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Quote from: Kellogscrunchynut on July 18, 2015, 02:49:20 AM
Would you believe that these two people are the same age?
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Maric looks like he could eat him..
So we've won the games we had to win and all of them were pretty ordinary to be honest but I'm not worried because I know we play better against the better sides.
The next 3 weeks we find out where Richmond are really at this year (contender or making up numbers in the eight)
Freo at the G (50/50 game in my eyes)
Hawthorn at the G (very tough ask)
Adelaide in Adelaide (50/50)
If we can win 2 of those were a serious chance for top 4.
Really wish Shedda and Vickers were available this week
Quote from: quinny88 on July 20, 2015, 01:32:54 AM
So we've won the games we had to win and all of them were pretty ordinary to be honest but I'm not worried because I know we play better against the better sides.
Yeah, this!
Reckon we're a good chance to knock over Freo. We shouldn't beat the Hawks but who knows.
Honestly, I think we will beat Freo at the G and I think we'll take it up to the Hawks at the G as well, so I'm kinda most worried about the Crows game.
They way the Hawks are going 50 points will be an honorable loss.
Vs Freo it's 50/50
Also, Ben Lennon better retain his spot.
Getting dropped after 3 goals would be stiff.
Choco gets the cancer free news. Glad it all worked out well.
Sheer jubilation at @Richmond_FC as Mark Williams tells the Tigers he's cancer free. See the reaction @9NewsMelb
http://www.richmondfc.com.au/news/2015-07-24/tigers-resign-miles-and-elton
Richmond has extended the contracts of midfielder Anthony Miles and key defender Todd Elton until at least the end of the 2017 season.
Elton's a surprise, but I'm happy Miles has had his extended. 8)
Didn't watch today, but a 4 point loss seems tough, because whenever I checked we were in front (followed the live scores until like half way through the last before I had to go out).
Can't help but noticed we kicked 15 behinds, is that what basically cost us?
Inaccuracy in front of goal did cost us a fair bit. Cotch had a chance to kick a goal late in the 4th from a very gettable position but missed the lot which hurt, they got a lot of free kicks inside 50 (some questionable ones, some poor discipline) which was the nail in the coffin. Probably should have won, but it was a very close and hard fought game against a very good team, can't be too disappointed.
hate to say it, but unfortunately three of Houli's errors directly resulted in goals...
8)
We flowering had that game. shower kicking and shower umpiring cost us the game in the end.
Quote from: JROO8 on July 26, 2015, 12:01:08 PM
We flowering had that game. shower kicking and shower umpiring cost us the game in the end.
Yep, pretty much. Think that we definitely outplayed Fremantle which is a) disappointing because we let the game slip when it should have been ours but for wayward kicking and some costly free kicks but b) good because it shows we can match it with a top team that is meant to be challenging for the minor premiership.
Not all doom and gloom but would have been good to chalk down four points yesterday
Would you guys send bloody Hampson back to the VFL already so Maric can return to some half decent scoring >:(
Quote from: Rusty00 on July 26, 2015, 08:14:15 PM
Would you guys send bloody Hampson back to the VFL already so Maric can return to some half decent scoring >:(
Quote from: TomK on July 26, 2015, 08:18:32 PM
Quote from: Rusty00 on July 26, 2015, 08:14:15 PM
Would you guys send bloody Hampson back to the VFL already so Maric can return to some half decent scoring >:(
I think he hasn't been too bad, but I'm with you tbh. :P
Did get subbed with an injury this week and Tyrone is ready to come back, so I daresay he will be back in the VFL next week.
Quote from: TomK on July 26, 2015, 08:18:32 PM
Quote from: Rusty00 on July 26, 2015, 08:14:15 PM
Would you guys send bloody Hampson back to the VFL already so Maric can return to some half decent scoring >:(
Quote from: Donnie Brasco on July 26, 2015, 10:07:13 AM
hate to say it, but unfortunately three of Houli's errors directly resulted in goals...
However you look at it that was a terrible decision by Houli when we had a 2 on 1 advantage in the FWD line but everyone makes mistakes his was just at the worst time possible
So looks like Griff and Hampson will be out this week. Ty in and perhaps McBean.
I'm wondering if we'll just bring in Tyrone and then just bring in somebody like Knights?
Conca!
Quote from: Ricochet on July 28, 2015, 03:22:35 PM
Conca!
Yep, he's the other one who will be in contention.
Tyrone and Conca seem the logical ins, I'd still like Knights over Conca tbh.
Quote from: Ricochet on July 28, 2015, 03:22:35 PM
Conca!
Can't be far away! Watched his VFL highlights from the weekend and geez he looks good in traffic. Will be good to have him back soon
Quote from: Toga on July 28, 2015, 04:11:15 PM
Quote from: Ricochet on July 28, 2015, 03:22:35 PM
Conca!
Can't be far away! Watched his VFL highlights from the weekend and geez he looks good in traffic. Will be good to have him back soon
haha yeh so did I. He hunted the footy well too. Has to be close
Yep certainly thereabouts! Bit hard to tell who he will push out of the team though as the midfield is looking pretty good at the moment, and not sure he'd be a natural playing fwd.
Quote from: Toga on July 28, 2015, 04:21:10 PM
Yep certainly thereabouts! Bit hard to tell who he will push out of the team though as the midfield is looking pretty good at the moment, and not sure he'd be a natural playing fwd.
Dimma won't hesitate to shuffle the team around to get Conca back in the midfield though, we've seen that.
Griffiths out for 8-10. Corey Ellis to have surgery :'(
Conca is a good in, but will probably be eased back in. Played off half back in the nab challenge iirc, so will be interesting to see what Dimma does.
Griffiths out for 8-10. Corey Ellis to have surgery :'(
Conca is a good in, but will probably be eased back in. Played off half back in the nab challenge iirc, so will be interesting to see what Dimma does.
Bugger that's a bit of a blow for us. Hope Vickery can hold down that second tall fwd spot with maybe Lennon playing as the smaller third tall...
Quote from: Toga on July 28, 2015, 11:07:34 PMVickery
apparently Collingwood's interested in him...
Quote from: Donnie Brasco on July 29, 2015, 09:43:11 AM
Quote from: Toga on July 28, 2015, 11:07:34 PMVickery
apparently Collingwood's interested in him...
Lol since this happened, there has been a few rumours about Collingwood being interested haha
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Don't know about you guys, but I'm keen
http://www.theage.com.au/afl/afl-news/richmond-tigers-interested-in-carltons-chris-yarran-20150730-gio7d0.html
I'd be more keen on Treloar, Motlop or a James Aish/Lachie Weller type that could look to move clubs.
Quote from: Toga on July 31, 2015, 03:53:14 PM
I'd be more keen on Treloar, Motlop or a James Aish/Lachie Weller type that could look to move clubs.
So apparently we're keep an eye on Jed Lamb who has basically been playing NEAFL his whole career.
Not too sure why we'd go after him.
Not Yarran that would be going backwards he has had many years and never really delivered or Motlop either Treloar we should chase very hard
Well deserved win by the Tiges. I didn't see the game but just got home to see the scores.
Two years overdue, a fantastic list, a top 4 spot is well deserved and I hope the Tigers hold it and claim a second chance in the finals. Can't think of any team with a better core group than the Tigers and after some bad luck in the past two seasons it's finally paying off :)
HOW THE flower DID WE WIN?
I was telling mates all week that if any team could upset the Hawks even with their form of late that it would be us. All of them were giving me shower and telling me I was being stupid. Good to have the last laugh this week. 8)
:D!
Quote from: Nige on July 31, 2015, 11:17:14 PM
I was telling mates all week that if any team could upset the Hawks even with their form of late that it would be us. All of them were giving me shower and telling me I was being stupid. Good to have the last laugh this week. 8)
enjoy it Nige, I said you'd be lucky to get within 5 goals of the Hawks. did not see that coming
well done fellas!
Cheers legends!
Get the flower around us!!!
Great win and it is not the first time we have done this to the Hawks ;)
Great win, played some really good footy. Has opened everything right up now.
Hawks no longer invincible, WC draw with GC, finals could be interesting after all.
We started the round in 5th, beat the Hawks and finish the round in 6th. :o
Apparently we're the favourites to pick up Chris Yarran if he leaves the Blues.
I think I'd much rather Steven Motlop.
Quote from: Nige on August 06, 2015, 08:14:03 PM
Apparently we're the favourites to pick up Chris Yarran if he leaves the Blues.
I think I'd much rather Steven Motlop.
Well, of course :P
I doubt Motlop will leave though
Should only get Yarran if we can get him on the cheap.
Motlop will have to leave when Geelong get Selwood and Danger :p
On another note... flower off Hampson you point stealing flower.
Quote from: elephants on August 06, 2015, 09:06:19 PM
On another note... flower off Hampson you point stealing flower.
>:(
Quote from: Rusty00 on August 07, 2015, 08:44:06 AM
Quote from: elephants on August 06, 2015, 09:06:19 PM
On another note... flower off Hampson you point stealing flower.
>:(
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If we play like tonight again this year then you have to question our finals credentials. We'll be out in straight sets with football like this.
The fact that we literally cannot cope without Brett Deledio is very worrying.
Literally a bunch of pea-hearted cows with zero appetite for the contest. Everyone not named Dustin Martin seemed disinterested.
I won't be surprised if we drop at least two games in the last month. Also, you can put your house on us getting slaughtered by North in Round 23, calling it now.
Oh and assuming North beat the Dees we'll be 7th. How safe are we? Is the great choke on?
Its one game mate and you've been one of the most in form teams of the comp recently. It's not ideal but its another little wakeup call after beating the best team in the comp last week, you'll be fine. Just chill bud
Seems we have a little trend of performing to the level of our opponent - we can beat the big teams but can't seem to cut it with some of those mid-table teams.
Forward entry lacked a little tonight, and when it got down there our forwards didn't really do anything with it... Titch and Deledio being out at the same time really showed how important they are to us.
It didn't lose us the game, but the umpires were pathetic tonight
Quote from: Nige on August 07, 2015, 10:27:40 PM
If we play like tonight again this year then you have to question our finals credentials. We'll be out in straight sets with football like this.
The fact that we literally cannot cope without Brett Deledio is very worrying.
Literally a bunch of pea-hearted cows with zero appetite for the contest. Everyone not named Dustin Martin seemed disinterested.
I won't be surprised if we drop at least two games in the last month. Also, you can put your house on us getting slaughtered by North in Round 23, calling it now.
Straight sets? Lol you have to make the top 4 first :P
I had money on Adelaide tonight, Richmond have in the past lost the games they're expected to win and win the games they're expected to lose, as has happened in the last fortnight. Reliance on deledio would have to be concerning, and yeah seems you guys somehow change the effort or something depending on the quality of opponennt which is not what good teams do. Really tonight were lucky not to lose by 10 goals +. However should be able to bounce back.
Yeah okay, maybe I was little upset while/after that game. :P
Quote from: Nige on August 08, 2015, 11:52:06 AM
Yeah okay, maybe I was little upset while/after that game. :P
maybe
Good day to play soccer at 8pm.
Quote from: Nige on August 08, 2015, 11:52:06 AM
Yeah okay, maybe I was little upset while/after that game. :P
I agree we have to eliminate those performances or we will go nowhere in the finals , why we don't perform without Lids is baffling but the fact is when he does not play our chances slide ? as for the double chance one can hope but after last night I think we would have to be happy with a chance.
Richmond - the Deledio factor
2014/15
With Deledio
Wins - 21
Losses - 11
Without Deledio
Wins - 2
Losses - 7
* Deledio has missed nine matches since 2008. Richmond have a win-loss record of 2-7 without him in the team. Both wins have come against the Brisbane Lions.
Don't worry boys we'll have Titch and Lids back next week, and drop Hammer, we'll be fine.
I think attributing last night to lids being out is a fair cop out
You lost the contested possessions by 32. Clearances by 21. Tackles by 20. That's not 'missing a couple players'. That's effort, and Richmond showed none of it last night
Quote from: Big Mac on August 08, 2015, 02:25:58 PM
I think attributing last night to lids being out is a fair cop out
You lost the contested possessions by 32. Clearances by 21. Tackles by 20. That's not 'missing a couple players'. That's effort, and Richmond showed none of it last night
I'm fully willing to admit that we were completely beaten all ends up by the Crows last night.
I suppose it's just amusing that we really can't seem shrug the habit of not being able to win without Deledio in the team.
Stress less peeps. We have won 20 out of our past 27 games.
Came against a red hot Adelaide side on their home ground that needed the win to keep finals hopes alive.
No Deledio, Edwards or Griffiths leaves our forward line very shallow but we will have lids and titch back this week.
Top 4 kept alive with Sydney going down to Geelong but I think it's more than likely we will finish 5th or 6th now which is where I and most people had us at the start of the year.
Looking forward to a good end to the year and a big first finals win since 2001!
It kinda just dawned on me that being top 4 would have actually been a good thing, not just for the double chance, but because we've basically beaten all the top 4 sides (not including WCE who caught us after the bye).
Finishing 5-8 means we're gonna play one of the teams we've struggled against this year. Here's hoping we can get some redemption.
Quote from: Nige on August 09, 2015, 10:24:29 AM
It kinda just dawned on me that being top 4 would have actually been a good thing, not just for the double chance, but because we've basically beaten all the top 4 sides (not including WCE who caught us after the bye).
Finishing 5-8 means we're gonna play one of the teams we've struggled against this year. Here's hoping we can get some redemption.
Yeah would definitely love a free swing at Freo in the first final to secure a home prelim but I think it's gonna be tough now.
We just have to make sure we win enough games to get 5th or 6th so we definitely get a home final and don't risk going interstate.
Quote from: quinny88 on August 09, 2015, 01:09:11 PM
Quote from: Nige on August 09, 2015, 10:24:29 AM
It kinda just dawned on me that being top 4 would have actually been a good thing, not just for the double chance, but because we've basically beaten all the top 4 sides (not including WCE who caught us after the bye).
Finishing 5-8 means we're gonna play one of the teams we've struggled against this year. Here's hoping we can get some redemption.
Yeah would definitely love a free swing at Freo in the first final to secure a home prelim but I think it's gonna be tough now.
We just have to make sure we win enough games to get 5th or 6th so we definitely get a home final and don't risk going interstate.
Well, assuming the Swans do enough to get back into 4th, we won't have to go interstate at all regardless of our place from 5-8. That's also assuming the ladder stays as is with Geelong, North and the Dogs being the other teams with us. Realistically, we can will our remaining 4 games which should probably leave us in 6th at worst which means a home final. 8)
Quote from: Nige on August 09, 2015, 01:12:09 PM
Quote from: quinny88 on August 09, 2015, 01:09:11 PM
Quote from: Nige on August 09, 2015, 10:24:29 AM
It kinda just dawned on me that being top 4 would have actually been a good thing, not just for the double chance, but because we've basically beaten all the top 4 sides (not including WCE who caught us after the bye).
Finishing 5-8 means we're gonna play one of the teams we've struggled against this year. Here's hoping we can get some redemption.
Yeah would definitely love a free swing at Freo in the first final to secure a home prelim but I think it's gonna be tough now.
We just have to make sure we win enough games to get 5th or 6th so we definitely get a home final and don't risk going interstate.
Well, assuming the Swans do enough to get back into 4th, we won't have to go interstate at all regardless of our place from 5-8. That's also assuming the ladder stays as is with Geelong, North and the Dogs being the other teams with us. Realistically, we can will our remaining 4 games which should probably leave us in 6th at worst which means a home final. 8)
Adelaide are the ones that are right in the mix and they have a few soft games to come. We should win our next 3 though and secure 5th or 6th which garuntees us. That home final. I think Sydney will push into the 4 and the dogs slip but it will be interesting to see what the last month holds. Very tight finish
This Gold Coast game is the type that worries me we should be comfortable winners lets hope the bad Tiges don't turn up
http://www.afl.com.au/news/2015-08-13/axel-calls-time-knee-injury-forces-nathan-foley-to-retire
RETIRING Richmond veteran Nathan Foley has told his young teammates to "shop early and beat the rush" after a degenerative knee injury forced him to call time on his 154-game career.
Foley, who has not played this season after having arthroscopic surgery in May, told teammates of his decision to retire immediately in an emotional address on Thursday on Punt Road Oval.
Quote from: LF on August 13, 2015, 05:29:49 PM
http://www.afl.com.au/news/2015-08-13/axel-calls-time-knee-injury-forces-nathan-foley-to-retire
RETIRING Richmond veteran Nathan Foley has told his young teammates to "shop early and beat the rush" after a degenerative knee injury forced him to call time on his 154-game career.
Foley, who has not played this season after having arthroscopic surgery in May, told teammates of his decision to retire immediately in an emotional address on Thursday on Punt Road Oval.
:( such a shame his career was riddled with injuries. I remember back to the mid 2000's he was emerging as a star of the comp along with Coughlan. Both cut down through injury which is a shame. Wish him all the best
Sad to see Axel go without a farewell game, all the best to him
I saw this coming and called it, but I'm still terribly sad. :(
I think some people forget how good Axel actually was at one point when he was stringing games together.
The positive to come from this is my boy Jason Castagna has been elevated from the rookie list! He's been killing it in the VFL with a bunch of solid performances all year.
Apparently Yarran met senior officials from the club recently, he looks to be one of our main targets.
And it seems we'll get beaten in the race for Treloar. :(
flower Yarran, get Motlop
Funny that I heard he wants to come back to Perth
Good go back to Perth Yarran we don't want ya :D
I wouldn't mind him, he's not as good as Motlop, but he's gonna cost a hell of a lot less and if he gets his body and his head right he could produce similar output imo
Don't listen to them, I want you at Richmond Yaz :P
Should only get Yarran if we can get him on free agency or a late pick.
Matt Thomas and Steven Morris in over Matt Dea and Liam McBean this week, wtf. ???
::)
Newy has announced he'll retire at season's end. :'(
Hopefully we can make it a good way to end an underrated career. Has been a consistent performer for us for so long now, at least we got him that elusive final - now lets try win one for him ;)
Quote from: Nige on August 18, 2015, 05:43:37 PM
Newy has announced he'll retire at season's end. :'(
Been a good player and a great clubman over his career. A great role model for any young aspiring lad wanting to play AFL football.
One of those guys you would be hard pressed to find anyone have a bad word to say about. He bleeds yellow and black.
Quote from: Toga on August 18, 2015, 08:36:37 PM
Hopefully we can make it a good way to end an underrated career. Has been a consistent performer for us for so long now, at least we got him that elusive final - now lets try win one for him ;)
Reckon you will, alot would of been learnt from last year and no doubt hasn't sat well with the team over the last 12 months the Hawthorn game showed me that they are desperate for another crack and will make a better fist of it, they are good enough to go deep into September i just hope they are mentally strong enough, the Crows game worry's me, brilliant against the Hawks then didn't fire a shot against us a week later which is confusing as your alot more advanced than we are i think.
Great to see Shedda back in the side! Have missed him big time.
On Yarran, I would happily take him as long as it doesnt mean we then cant get our hands on a Treloar or Motlop type.
Yarran when hes on and playing with confidence though is a jet and exactly the sort of player we need to inject some pace
It sounds like both us and North have conceded that Treloar is Collingwood bound.
Not sure if we're still interested in Motlop, I really hope we are. Both Motlop and Yarran would be great, but Yarran alone isn't what I'd settle for given we're supposedly cashed up.
Treloar > Motlop > Yarran
All 3 would be nice though :P
If Geelong are talking about getting all 3 of Danger, Scott Selwood and Henderson then surely we can afford more than just 1 decent player with our apparent war chest of money.
Where is Tyrone Vickery and what have you done with him?
Quote from: Big Mac on August 22, 2015, 04:29:10 PM
Where is Tyrone Vickery and what have you done with him?
Did a switcharoo with the ghost of Michael Roach.
Tyrone! :-*
My boy delivers!
Good all round team effort today. 8)
:D
Gonna be barracking for the saints like mad this weekend. If they can knock off Sydney and we do away with Essendon then were in the 4!
Looking too far ahead is silly (especially as a Richmond supporter) but if we did finish 4th and played Freo in the first final id give us a very good chance to knock them off and all of a sudden be playng in a prelim at the G.
Or we could finish 5th-6th and play our bogey side North and be knocked out week 1 again :-[
Quote from: quinny88 on August 25, 2015, 02:44:08 AM
Or we could finish 5th-6th and play our bogey side North and be knocked out week 1 again :-[
I'm really scared this is gonna happen.
The way things are shaping up, we'll play them in both Round 23 and then the first week of finals. I wanna be optimistic, but I have a horrible feeling we'll lose both. :-X
I hope you lads play Freo in the first week of finals, that'd be a cracker! Probably one of the few teams capable of beating Freo at Subi
As you guys have said hoping Saints can do us a huge favour this week. North in an elimination final makes me nervous.
Quote from: Nige on August 25, 2015, 10:49:43 AM
Quote from: quinny88 on August 25, 2015, 02:44:08 AM
Or we could finish 5th-6th and play our bogey side North and be knocked out week 1 again :-[
I'm really scared this is gonna happen.
The way things are shaping up, we'll play them in both Round 23 and then the first week of finals. I wanna be optimistic, but I have a horrible feeling we'll lose both. :-X
Good thing is we'd play them at the MCG where they aren't half the side they are at Etihad. But yeah I'd rather avoid them all together if possible haha
The way the Saints play their footy they are capable of knocking off anyone on their day, so I wouldn't be surprised if they were to touch up the Swans on the weekend.
Motlop wants to re-sign with the Cats, but we're still after him, that's good news.
Quote from: Nige on August 26, 2015, 10:33:40 AM
Motlop wants to re-sign with the Cats, but we're still after him, that's good news.
Can see us ending up with no one except Yarran ::)
so, KB said this morning, that Treloar has told Richmond they are his preferred club... get a deal done!
Kevin Bartlett says that Treloar's preferred club is us, not Collingwood as has been reported. :o :o :o
We're also actively pursuing Kreuzer according to Tom Browne, interesting.
Get it done Tigs!!! Great news if KB is correct 8) 8)
Kreuzer, if he can stay fit, will be a gun. Worth a punt.
Quote from: Nige on August 27, 2015, 09:54:56 AM
Kevin Bartlett says that Treloar's preferred club is us, not Collingwood as has been reported. :o :o :o
would much prefer Richmond get him
(http://s.afl.com.au/staticfile/AFL%20Tenant/Richmond/Player%20Profiles/2015%20-%20Profiles/KNIGHTS%20Chris.png)
Chris Knights retiring at season's end. It's a shame, I don't think we ever got to see the best of him.
Damn, that sucks. Loved him at the Crows.
All the best Knighta!
:(
Always had a lot of talent it's just a shame we never got to see the best of him.
Love KB but he talks a fair bit of crap and is very one eyed when it comes to Richmond haha. Hope he's right though!
Real shame about Knights :( similar to Foley, could have really been a gun but cut down by too many injuries.
Newy, Foley and Knights all leaving will help our money pot. None would have been on big money but would still have to of freed up another 600k+ you would imagine
Quote from: Nige on August 27, 2015, 10:12:29 AM
We're also actively pursuing Kreuzer according to Tom Browne, interesting.
Straight swap for Hampson and Andrew Collins.
So swans thumping the saints has all but ruled out top 4 for us, but is anyone worried that if we drop the north game this Friday there's a very good chance we will end up having to play Adelaide in Adelaide first week of finals? :o
Really hope that's not the case. I don't think any team in the league would beat them at the Adelaide oval at the moment.
Hope we just beat North on Friday and don't have to worry about other results. Will be more than happy to play North at the G in an elimination final
If we played like we did this past week against the Bombers, we'll get torn a new one. We looked like a team who had never played wet weather football that first half.
But yeah, I don't know how to feel about Friday. :-X
Liam McBean won the VFL Frosty medal for leading goalkicker in a 3-way tie. Liam played 2 less matches than Sam Grimley and Jordan Lisle who were tied with him on 42 goals.
Also, get around Beatle - the Round 22 NAB Rising Star nominee! 8) 8) 8)
Good on ya Benny! :)
http://www.afl.com.au/news/2015-08-31/can-the-tigers-snare-adam-treloar
Genuinely hope we're thinking about throwing the kitchen sink at Treloar.
Quote from: Nige on September 01, 2015, 05:57:41 PM
http://www.afl.com.au/news/2015-08-31/can-the-tigers-snare-adam-treloar
Genuinely hope we're thinking about throwing the kitchen sink at Treloar.
Reckon he might end up at Carltank
Quote from: nas on September 02, 2015, 08:41:05 AM
Quote from: Nige on September 01, 2015, 05:57:41 PM
http://www.afl.com.au/news/2015-08-31/can-the-tigers-snare-adam-treloar
Genuinely hope we're thinking about throwing the kitchen sink at Treloar.
Reckon he might end up at Carltank
I think he'd want both money + success. So he'll either come to us or go to Collingwood (they'll be more successful than the Blues for a while).
Thought i read somewhere that he was a Carltank supporter, could be someone else tho.
http://www.theage.com.au/afl/afl-news/blues-join-the-race-for-young-giants-star-adam-treloar-20150831-gjbs53.html
So how about scumbag Norf 'resting' players so they lose to us on Friday night and don't have to travel to Adelaide?
Quote from: Nige on September 03, 2015, 12:00:35 PM
So how about scumbag Norf 'resting' players so they lose to us on Friday night and don't have to travel to Adelaide?
Brisbane would of needed to beat the Bulldogs for them to have to travel to Adelaide anyway.
Personally as a Richmond supporter I would be happy. North are a tougher prospect at Eithad and if you had lost you may have been travelling to Adelaide (unless the unlikely scenario that Brisbane upset the Bulldogs).
This way you get a comfortable victory against them at Eithad and then get to face them at the MCG in the first final where the advantage swings over to you.
I think the only team it really affects is Adelaide. If NM beat us they would get a home final (against Richmond) but if NM tank and lose then they are away to the Dogs.
Ricky Petterd has announced his retirement
Hope you guys absolutely pump North in the finals.
Quote from: TomK on September 03, 2015, 02:10:37 PM
Hope you guys absolutely pump North in the finals.
Nothing would make me happier than flogging Norf two weeks in a row.
Quote from: Ricochet on September 03, 2015, 02:05:57 PM
Ricky Petterd has announced his retirement
You know, most people won't care or have much good to say about this guy, but I always liked him. Never the most skilled or talented bloke, but he managed to string some really good games together for us a number of times and was an extremely good and versatile role player for us. Personally, I'm sad to see him go.
That's 4 retirements now, 3 due to injury which really sucks.
I can't imagine we'll have many delistings now either, because it would be way too big a turnover.
Honestly the only one I can think of would be Arnot (which it pains me to say), maybe but unlikely Morris, and there's a chance somebody like McDonough will look elsewhere for more opportunity (a la Matt White).
The best news today is the abolishment of the sub rule. It means that we'll hopefully have a clearer best 22 and no bunch of guys to designate the vest towards (Lloyd, Nippa, Beatle, Kamdyn etc).
Yeah didn't mind Ricky either, so sad to see him go :(
That's Newman, Foley, Knights and now Petter who are all gone. Meaning Maric will be our oldest player, at 30 next year :o
Surely we'll have heaps of cap space now. Must secure Treloar
Quote from: JROO8 on September 03, 2015, 03:18:24 PM
Yeah didn't mind Ricky either, so sad to see him go :(
That's Newman, Foley, Knights and now Petter who are all gone. Meaning Maric will be our oldest player, at 30 next year :o
Surely we'll have heaps of cap space now. Must secure Treloar
The boys are in on the Eagles model!
Yep, surely we throw everything at Treloar and make both Motlop and Yarran tasty offers as well. If we somehow got all three, that'd be a massive coup.
http://www.afl.com.au/news/2015-09-03/replacement-roos-can-maim-tigers-carey
If this happens the AFL needs to swing the hammer hard at North. I would expect integrity to prevail but to even leave this as a possibility this weekend is a farce.
Quote from: Toga on September 03, 2015, 03:35:15 PM
http://www.afl.com.au/news/2015-09-03/replacement-roos-can-maim-tigers-carey
If this happens the AFL needs to swing the hammer hard at North. I would expect integrity to prevail but to even leave this as a possibility this weekend is a farce.
This would be pretty disgusting if it happened, I'm sure it won't, but shower lads if it did...
If Treloar ends up being out of our grasp then I hope Jack Redden is another one we look hard at.
Quote from: elephants on September 03, 2015, 03:36:33 PM
Quote from: Toga on September 03, 2015, 03:35:15 PM
http://www.afl.com.au/news/2015-09-03/replacement-roos-can-maim-tigers-carey
If this happens the AFL needs to swing the hammer hard at North. I would expect integrity to prevail but to even leave this as a possibility this weekend is a farce.
This would be pretty disgusting if it happened, I'm sure it won't, but shower lads if it did...
My thoughts exactly. You'd think that it won't happen but flower me if it did shower would hit the fan
Quote from: Toga on September 03, 2015, 03:36:49 PM
If Treloar ends up being out of our grasp then I hope Jack Redden is another one we look hard at.
Back riiiiiiiiiiiight up :P
Wow. Didn't even think of that.
If it happens... that's beyond a joke.
Quote from: elephants on September 03, 2015, 03:42:13 PM
Quote from: Toga on September 03, 2015, 03:36:49 PM
If Treloar ends up being out of our grasp then I hope Jack Redden is another one we look hard at.
Back riiiiiiiiiiiight up :P
Haha sounds like you are the frontrunners but the club would have to have a hard look at themselves if they didn't at least enquire ;)
Not too keen on Redden tbh we don't need him since we have Miles
:o Don't lose this week fellas against our VFL thugs Haha, No pressue Tiges, no pressure. LMFAO
As you may of seen im filthy at the AFL for allowing North to mass rest, it hurts my Crows ie no home final but i think it really hurts you guys as North can come out and belt you till your black and blue then if the games fall the right way come out and play a very sore Tigers outfit week 1 of finals. You guys have to play near full strength as you want to win and stay in Melbourne for week 1 of finals then probably have to front up to North again who is alot fresher from the mass restings and beat them in an elimination final.
Reckon the AFL have done you no favour here and how is it fair that a club who finishes 5th can't afford to mass rest yet a club who finishes 8th can and play you twice in two weeks possibly, that stinks if you ask me. Tis AFL board is a bloody laughing stock break their own rules when it suits them screw clubs over and come out and say we think it's all fine and we'll let North do it.
Finals manipulation aside what about flowering with the draft or does that not matter either. If i was Port i'd chuck their game against Freo and possibly get pick 7, AFl have made round 23 a farce anyway so why not.
To fix this i think the AFL should seriously look at giving the top 8 a weeks break before commencing finals so the comp stays legit all the way through the minor rounds if they havent got the balls to enforce the rules they have in place to stop whats going to happen this weekend.
I'm personally glad North are resting because the possibility of us playing Adelaide in Adelaide was concerning me a little.
North aren't doing it to avoid playing Adelaide as it was highly unlikely they would be playing them anyway. They are doing it in anticipation of playing us the following week and having fresher players which I think will make no difference anyway and we will beat them at the G but we will have to wait and see who this helps I guess.
Quote from: quinny88 on September 03, 2015, 11:35:00 PM
I'm personally glad North are resting because the possibility of us playing Adelaide in Adelaide was concerning me a little.
North aren't doing it to avoid playing Adelaide as it was highly unlikely they would be playing them anyway. They are doing it in anticipation of playing us the following week and having fresher players which I think will make no difference anyway and we will beat them at the G but we will have to wait and see who this helps I guess.
Yeh thats fair enough mate in the form we are in nobody other than Hawthorn would probably want to come here and play us.
I agree North not doing it to avoid playing us as i cant see the Lions beating the Dogs for that to happen to be honest it is all about playing you guys the following week and you have every right to be powered off about it.
Although I dont blame North for whats happened I do blame the AFL they shouldn't of allowed it, them or Freo as it has such a knock on affect with the draft etc aswell as final 8 manipulation. I do think if North were playing for a top 4 spot this week everyone of those guys to be rested would be playing this week.
Quote from: Grazz on September 04, 2015, 12:08:08 AM
Quote from: quinny88 on September 03, 2015, 11:35:00 PM
I'm personally glad North are resting because the possibility of us playing Adelaide in Adelaide was concerning me a little.
North aren't doing it to avoid playing Adelaide as it was highly unlikely they would be playing them anyway. They are doing it in anticipation of playing us the following week and having fresher players which I think will make no difference anyway and we will beat them at the G but we will have to wait and see who this helps I guess.
Yeh thats fair enough mate in the form we are in nobody other than Hawthorn would probably want to come here and play us.
I agree North not doing it to avoid playing us as i cant see the Lions beating the Dogs for that to happen to be honest it is all about playing you guys the following week and you have every right to be powered off about it.
Although I dont blame North for whats happened I do blame the AFL they shouldn't of allowed it, them or Freo as it has such a knock on affect with the draft etc aswell as final 8 manipulation. I do think if North were playing for a top 4 spot this week everyone of those guys to be rested would be playing this week.
Yeah I know what you mean. Unfortunately the only real way to stop it happening all together is to either give all teams a week off before the finals start or shorten the season so players aren't so run down by this stage of the year.
I think 17 rounds (everyone plays each other once) would make for a much a more exciting season and would mean nearly every team are still in the hunt late in the season which would prevent teams from resting
Quote from: quinny88 on September 04, 2015, 12:33:45 AM
Quote from: Grazz on September 04, 2015, 12:08:08 AM
Quote from: quinny88 on September 03, 2015, 11:35:00 PM
I'm personally glad North are resting because the possibility of us playing Adelaide in Adelaide was concerning me a little.
North aren't doing it to avoid playing Adelaide as it was highly unlikely they would be playing them anyway. They are doing it in anticipation of playing us the following week and having fresher players which I think will make no difference anyway and we will beat them at the G but we will have to wait and see who this helps I guess.
Yeh thats fair enough mate in the form we are in nobody other than Hawthorn would probably want to come here and play us.
I agree North not doing it to avoid playing us as i cant see the Lions beating the Dogs for that to happen to be honest it is all about playing you guys the following week and you have every right to be powered off about it.
Although I dont blame North for whats happened I do blame the AFL they shouldn't of allowed it, them or Freo as it has such a knock on affect with the draft etc aswell as final 8 manipulation. I do think if North were playing for a top 4 spot this week everyone of those guys to be rested would be playing this week.
Yeah I know what you mean. Unfortunately the only real way to stop it happening all together is to either give all teams a week off before the finals start or shorten the season so players aren't so run down by this stage of the year.
I think 17 rounds (everyone plays each other once) would make for a much a more exciting season and would mean nearly every team are still in the hunt late in the season which would prevent teams from resting
Agree with the weeks rest before finals ive made that comment myself, that way all the minor round games are kept legitimate
and we avoid the farce we have this week
Although im loathed to lose 6 games of footy in a season as i love me footy but i think this is a serious solution the season is extremely long and hard on the players bodies. Those teams we played away against one season we'd play at home the following season, i can see a few complaints about this but how else do you even it up but we certainly can't play everyone twice in a season players would never go the distance. We could get a couple of extra games in finals by having a top 10 rather than top 8.
We the fans could probably be excepting of a 17 round comp more than the the tv rights holders and the AFL as the tv deal would be worth considerably less.
Regardless of what happens i think we need a major change in the amount of minor round games we have wether we like or not just to get a fairer comp and also relieve the load on the players.
I'm getting this showerty feeling we'll somehow lose this week and have to put up with the media showerstorm and then amazingly pull out the win first week of finals.
Been reading some comments & this one seem reasonable.
News just in, word has it that Hardwick will not change his list this week, but specific roles for players might change for "the best for Richmond".
Experimentation with positions might include:
Maric to start as the Sub, Cotchin and Martin to play in the respective back pockets, Lambert will Ruck, Houli to Full Forward, Riewoldt, Vickery and Edwards on the interchange. Rance will be on the ball, to name a few.
To test the waters for next year for the rotations being set at 90 for the game, Hardwick will test a theory, and make ONE rotation, per quarter.
Vlastin, Newman, Batchelor and Chaplin will play no lower than their defensive 50, in case the AFL bring in zones such as netball in the near future.
Finally, the rest of the team not mentioned, will run backwards for the entire game, in order to learn how to read the play for defensive moves and also to watch the Roos forward Tactics.
Should make for an excellent game :)
Although contracted Brisbane Lion Jack Redden's preferred new home is West Coast, Richmond and Melbourne are also believed to be interested in the prospective 2016 free agent.
Star Giants youngster Adam Treloar seems almost certain to request a move to Collingwood, in preference to his other serious suitors Richmond and North Melbourne. The Giants will demand a steep price for Treloar, however, and if the Pies struggle to satisfy them, Richmond could try to re-enter the race.
Geelong midfielder Steven Motlop looks more and more likely to re-sign despite strong interest from Richmond and Adelaide.
Wonder if Motlop getting closer to re-signing has anything to do with Scott Selwood looking increasingly likely to stay?
Quote from: Toga on September 04, 2015, 04:47:53 PM
Although contracted Brisbane Lion Jack Redden's preferred new home is West Coast, Richmond and Melbourne are also believed to be interested in the prospective 2016 free agent.
Star Giants youngster Adam Treloar seems almost certain to request a move to Collingwood, in preference to his other serious suitors Richmond and North Melbourne. The Giants will demand a steep price for Treloar, however, and if the Pies struggle to satisfy them, Richmond could try to re-enter the race.
Geelong midfielder Steven Motlop looks more and more likely to re-sign despite strong interest from Richmond and Adelaide.
So basically: We're not really getting a big fish this year even though we're supposedly cashed up and all we'll probably end up with is Yarran.
Go hard Tiges.
Considering we just played North's 2nds, if we play a first half like that next week, we're well and truly flowered.
However, that second half was really, really good. Just need to play four quarters and not turn at half time.
Hopefully playing at the G will give us the edge as North are clearly a better side at Etihad.
Surely they give us the Sunday game to minimize Norths advantage.
Quote from: Kellogscrunchynut on September 04, 2015, 11:29:57 PM
Surely they give us the Sunday game to minimize Norths advantage.
Yep, sounds like it will be the Sunday arvo game.
Richmond always has a problem in playing to the ability of the opponent. I'm confident the team can perform better next week.
Motlop has re-signed
You got the Sunday game, 3:20pm which is good.
would be keen to find out how fit Goldy is
Quote from: kilbluff1985 on September 06, 2015, 12:48:50 AM
would be keen to find out how fit Goldy is
He said in a interview if it was a final he would of played, doesn't tell you exactly what you want to know mate I know.
Wouldn't be to many guys going around a 100% healthy but im thinking Goldy will be up for it and healthy enough.
Hit a roo with my car last night hope that's an omen for next Sunday.
Quote from: Kellogscrunchynut on September 06, 2015, 11:12:37 AM
Hit a roo with my car last night hope that's an omen for next Sunday.
So can I come round yours for dinner?
Quote from: Big Mac on September 06, 2015, 11:17:17 AM
Quote from: Kellogscrunchynut on September 06, 2015, 11:12:37 AM
Hit a roo with my car last night hope that's an omen for next Sunday.
So can I come round yours for dinner?
Sorry mate he got away only hit him at about 40.
Quote from: Kellogscrunchynut on September 06, 2015, 11:21:51 AM
Quote from: Big Mac on September 06, 2015, 11:17:17 AM
Quote from: Kellogscrunchynut on September 06, 2015, 11:12:37 AM
Hit a roo with my car last night hope that's an omen for next Sunday.
So can I come round yours for dinner?
Sorry mate he got away only hit him at about 40.
shower mate, lucky you didn't hit it at like 100 or something. how's your car?
Quote from: Bill Manspeaker on September 06, 2015, 11:31:01 AM
Quote from: Kellogscrunchynut on September 06, 2015, 11:21:51 AM
Quote from: Big Mac on September 06, 2015, 11:17:17 AM
Quote from: Kellogscrunchynut on September 06, 2015, 11:12:37 AM
Hit a roo with my car last night hope that's an omen for next Sunday.
So can I come round yours for dinner?
Sorry mate he got away only hit him at about 40.
shower mate, lucky you didn't hit it at like 100 or something. how's your car?
Small dint on the drivers side door that's it though, always slow right down when I see them.
Anyone reckon that Choco Williams is the right guy to put Harley Bennell under his wing?
Quote from: Kellogscrunchynut on September 07, 2015, 08:53:52 PM
Anyone reckon that Choco Williams is the right guy to put Harley Bennell under his wing?
Could well be - if we miss out on Treloar then he's certainly one to look at now that we know Motlop is staying at Geelong.
Quote from: Toga on September 07, 2015, 09:30:36 PM
Quote from: Kellogscrunchynut on September 07, 2015, 08:53:52 PM
Anyone reckon that Choco Williams is the right guy to put Harley Bennell under his wing?
Could well be - if we miss out on Treloar then he's certainly one to look at now that we know Motlop is staying at Geelong.
Pretty sure I invented the Motlop rumors.
Quote from: Kellogscrunchynut on September 07, 2015, 08:53:52 PM
Anyone reckon that Choco Williams is the right guy to put Harley Bennell under his wing?
He's done it before very successfully hasn't he.
Choco is the sort of bloke he needs or someone equally committed at another club the caliber of Choco.
We're gonna end up with no one at this rate ::)
I would definitely roll the dice on Bennell
What would you give up for Bennell though? It'd have to be decent
Quote from: quinny88 on September 07, 2015, 11:34:22 PM
We're gonna end up with no one at this rate ::)
I would definitely roll the dice on Bennell
I think we'll end up with Yarran at the very least, but I'd be disappointed if we weren't trying harder to land bigger fish.
Congrats to Matt Thomas on finished a close second in the JJ Liston this year.
Quote from: Toga on September 08, 2015, 01:12:29 PM
Congrats to Matt Thomas on finished a close second in the JJ Liston this year.
He's been really good and consistent for us at both levels and I'm pleasantly surprised at how well he's done. Onya Tank! 8)
Quote from: Ricochet on September 08, 2015, 09:42:08 AM
What would you give up for Bennell though? It'd have to be decent
GC want him gone so don't think it would take the world to get him
Quote from: quinny88 on September 09, 2015, 03:22:51 PM
Quote from: Ricochet on September 08, 2015, 09:42:08 AM
What would you give up for Bennell though? It'd have to be decent
GC want him gone so don't think it would take the world to get him
THere'll still be a line ready to throw offers at them though.