Swans v Kangaroos Game Day Thread

[Big Al]

According to my sophisticated weather monitoring equipment (aka looking out the window) there is no chance of rain today so we should see a dry track

This will be a cracking game of footy and while we have some big outs I still think we can get over the line.

[jono2707]

The sky is a brilliant blue at the moment but I'm sure it will be falling in numerous times on this thread between 3.15 and 6pm this arvo....

Looks like a cracker of a day for some footy :-)

[Nich]

I often thought we had too many 'cups' commemorating matches. I must say ever since they announced the HeartKids Cup this match has taken on great significance. I want this Cup!!! Lets hold this cup for many years!!

[erica]

Still foggy at my place - the sign of a brilliant sunny Sydney day to come.

[Kirkari]

Rather mysteriously managing to be sunny cloudy here in the East (that's similar to hungry thirsty), so the ponch will still be coming to the SCG.

[swans_premiers]

Extremely important game today.

Win and we're 2nd.

Lose and we can drop to as low as 7th.

[Lucky Knickers]

I'm excited. Great test for us in terms of depth. Watching a hugely depleted Eagles out muscle the Hawks last night, we really need Armstrong, Seabs and Everitt to step up as we are going to need them as the season goes on.
I'm confident we can win today and leave a fair heap of roadkill out of the SCG.

[johnno]

The boys have come and said that they want to make the SCG a fortress again, especially after a few of the dissapointments of last year. Even with our 2 big outs in Goodes and Mumford, this still counts.

C'mon boys, make the SCG a graveyard for all visiting teams!!!!

[ShockOfHair]

I'm ready for it.

[Melbournehammer]

Not at all confident of this game. But then I am naturally a pessimist. I just want to see us keep petrie below three goals and aaron edwards to no more than three. Their midfield is as good as any in the comp and their ruck combinations seriously good. They lack quality tall backmen but our forward line structure and players do not exactly inspire in this way. I think North's form is actually pretty good and not just from beating geelong.

Good luck today bloods !

[GongSwan]

we need to hurt them in the midfield, I'm sure to the boys are up to it. Here's hoping for a breakout game for Jesse in teh forward line. Get that bag of goals Roos used to talk about that would lift his confidence

[Nich]

Jesse needs to remind himself a game a few years ago against Hawthorn when he crashed packs like a bull and kicked 3? He played super that day. Use your body Jesse - lay some hurt on them!

[aardvark]

Geez I hate having to wait ALL weekend for the Swans to play. It better be worth it. GO SWANS!!

[ugg]

It's very overcast

[Big Al]

North have run through a "reusable" banner. Money is tight at Arden St.

[Daphy]

Rohan, kicks a goal, now broken ankle?! *Starts swearing!*

[Big Al]

I @@@@ing hate sport sometimes... Poor Gaz. DAMM it....

[Cheer_Cheer]

Rohan, kicks a goal, now broken ankle?! *Starts swearing!*

Yeah.. It looks pretty bad.. Bugger...

[ShockOfHair]

Being stretchered off now.... at the other end of the field Bird kicked it straight to McIntosh just outside 50.

[ShockOfHair]

Adams marks unattended inside 50, kiicks North's first goal. 1.1 each.

[ShockOfHair]

McGlynn snaps one. 2-1 v 1.2

[Daphy]

Jetta! ILY!

[ShockOfHair]

Jetta wins another foot race!
3.4 to 1.2

[Cpt. Kirk]

to all those who thought jetta wasn't worth that high draft pick, your lesson has been learned.

[ShockOfHair]

Another one to McGlynn after North turnover. 4.4 to 1.3

[ShockOfHair]

McGlynn is on fire.
Laid a great tackle and bump as well.

[Daphy]

Everitt, not so useless as I thought! Tackle, free kick, GOOOOAAAALLLL!

[ShockOfHair]

Great tackle by Everitt and a goal from set shot. 5.4 to 1.3

[ShockOfHair]

Artmstrong the sub. Was activated about halfway through the quarter - had a couple of touches. No news on Gaz yet.

Q-time: 5.5 to 1.3
Great quarter - Swans dominated everywhere, great pressure.

[Sandridge]

Could watch the game but I'm too nervous! Did we kick with the wind, the tide?

[GongSwan]

Barring Gaz injury, gone for the year I'd say, that ooked snapped, thatwas a pretty good first quarter. If we can maintain that sort of pressure, we'll kill these guys

[Foreign Legion]

Absolute shame for Rohan - he doesn't seem to get much luck. Will be lucky if he plays again this year from the look of it.

On a positive note, the tackling has been incredible so far, best for a long long time IMHO. McGlynn has been very good and Parker has been excellent. A promising start so far.

[Melbourne_Blood]

Gazs ankle looked very bs on the Telly. Almost sickening to watch how far it bent the wrong way. I have a feeling that may be his year done and dusted. Apart from that great start. Parker Mcvrigh Benny all killing it.

[goswannie14]

Barring Gaz injury, gone for the year I'd say, that ooked snapped, thatwas a pretty good first quarter. If we can maintain that sort of pressure, we'll kill these guysHow many weeks for putting the stopds of your boots into an opponents shin and breaking his ankle?

[Dosser]

On tv we saw Rohan's leg snap. My question is will the north player be reported for sliding feet first?

[ShockOfHair]

Gaz off to hospital, according to Bruce and Dennis.

North get first goal of 2nd quarter.

5.6 to 2.4

[Daphy]

and the second... Jesse White >=(

[ShockOfHair]

Jesse White great second and third effort.
Swans get one against the flow. 6.6 to 4.4

[ShockOfHair]

Jude!
North have dominated the quarter but haven't made any progress on the scoreboard. Swans still 20 points up

[Daphy]

Excellent response from the boys. Got 2 back! 48-28

[ShockOfHair]

Video review. North get another the goal.

[ShockOfHair]

Reid gets free kick and first short at goal. Misses.

7.7 to 5.4

[Daphy]

Lewis Jettaaaaa! Super GOAL!

[ShockOfHair]

Lewis Jetta does a Cyril.

[ShockOfHair]

Nice goal by Everitt from the 50.

Everyone has stepped up today.

[ShockOfHair]

A letoff. Goal to McIntosh touched off the boot.

Swans by 24 just before halftime.

[ShockOfHair]

Harvey gets one from free kick. 9.7 to 6.7

[ShockOfHair]

Hafltime. Swans by 18.
Parker has had a ton of ball - 20 possessions. Jetta and McGlynn both on fire up forward, Everitt getting a lot of it, White throwing his weight.
Shaw doing great shutdown job on Harvey.

Good half although North had the edge in that quarter. If we stay awake in the third we should win.

[GongSwan]

3 goal lead at half time, no 3rd quarter fade out please. Parker, Jetta outstanding, Everitt, White doing a job, haven't really sighted Armstrong yet. We just need to keep up the pressure

[31 hard at it]

Its a tough game in wet conditions.
Swans showing plenty and a good lead at half time.

The loss of Rohan may show up in the 2 nd half as Norf have the extra rotation in very exhausting conditions.

No word yet on Rohan. Off to hospital to have the leg / ankle treated.
Thoughts with his family and friends as he is a real fighter and we hope he makes a speedy recovery.

[Foreign Legion]

Pretty good first half from the Swans. Will be interesting to see how we go as the game goes on - being 1 man down.

Great half from Parker, Mattner, McVeigh and Jetta - he has really stepped up this year!

Seaby holding his own in the ruck - O'Keefe and Reid very quiet but the conditions probably dont suit.

EDIT: forgot White - I thought he has been handy and pretty competitive.

[Nico]

Jack is having a very good game.

North seemed to have it more in their forward line that quarter. We need to turn that around. They appeared to be better at the centre clearances that quarter.

[mcs]

Some really good stuff in that first half..... we are working hard but being one down on the rotations may hurt us late. There is something about this team... when we learn to play 4 quarters of footy together like that 1st quarter we will not be far away at all. Come on.swans we need a big second half!

[31 hard at it]

Kennedy, Parker and Jude winning the clearances and giving the runners repeated chances.

Its being played as a wet weather game so we need to just keep it moving forward and no blazing away as Norf are playing at least 1 back off the pack with the heavier ball.

[Nico]

Bit tough on Armstrong having to come on so early. Lets hope he can make his presence felt in the 2nd half.

[Melbournehammer]

I know nothing will Come of it, but the attack on the ball by the north fella which broke rohans ankle was every bit as bad as goodes last week and probably worse. That sort of challenge would get a red card in a soccer game - basically he attacked with the studs. The point being that if the approach is to emphasise duty of care then you simply can't lead with the boots.

Anyway they are playing well and just need to keep attacking.

[ShockOfHair]

Rohan: compact fracture of the tibia, Nathan Gibbs told Kirk. If that's the case, end of season.

[ShockOfHair]

Josh Kennedy. Great mark and goal.

[ShockOfHair]

ANdrejs' turn. What a bomb.

Swans by five goals.

[ShockOfHair]

Great team goal. Seaby thumped it down in a marking contest, went straight to Jack who kicks to top of square. ROK snaps.

12,8 to 6.8

[ShockOfHair]

A McGlynn set shot.... and he drills it off two steps.
13.8 to 6.9.
Six minutes to go in the 3rd q.

[ShockOfHair]

North get their first for the quarter. 35 points down.

Stay alert Swans...

[ShockOfHair]

McVeigh goes the checkside - goal!

[ShockOfHair]

Cunnington misses a soda. Swans 40 points up.

[ShockOfHair]

3 quarter time 14.9 to 7.11.

I'm loving the way the Swans are playing. No unforced turnovers, great intensity, everyone contributing.

[GongSwan]

Best 3rd quarter this year, we just need to run the game out now, hold them up, looked to be going defensive a bit late in the term with ROK and McV popping up in the backline

[Cheer_Cheer]

A very impressive performance so far.. Keep it going Swannies !! Hopefully Reid can get going in the last quarter..

[cruiser]

Swans playing really well. This will be a great win considering the players we're missing.

[Cheer Squad]

It's kind of a boring game really, and not pretty to watch. But the % will come in handy if we can at least maintain or extend this lead.

[DeadlyAkkuret]

I'd like us to win by 50+, but you get the feeling we'll fade and North do get the first..

[DeadlyAkkuret]

Jetta is a freak!

[ShockOfHair]

Jetta through traffic and snaps. Back to 39-point lead.

[cruiser]

I am loving Jetta!!

[DLBIA14]

I've only watch a bit of the game but this seems like a good effort considering the outs. Depth showing something which is welcome change from other years.

[cruiser]

It's kind of a boring game really, and not pretty to watch. But the % will come in handy if we can at least maintain or extend this lead. Are you sure you're watching the right game? Gee some people on this site are hard to please.

[ShockOfHair]

North get another one. 27 points down, 12 minutes to go.

[DeadlyAkkuret]

C'mon Sydney don't let them back in here..

[ShockOfHair]

COuple of letoffs. McVeigh touched one a few minutes ago, Thomas just hit the post.

Swans by 25.

[ShockOfHair]

We're looking pretty tired, but still 23 points up, 6 minutes to go.

[DeadlyAkkuret]

29 up after Jude snaps

[ShockOfHair]

Jude Bolton chips in. The lead is back to 29 points.

3 1/2 minutes to go.

[DeadlyAkkuret]

Armstrong kicks his first goal for Sydney and we're up by 35!

[ShockOfHair]

Tony Armstrong gets his first for the Swans.

Bruce now talking up Hawks v Swans in Launceston. "Maybe the biggest game Tasmania has ever had."

[DeadlyAkkuret]

6 goal win with 4 real quality players missing. Epic!

[ShockOfHair]

McGlynn misses a set shot after the siren.

Swans by 36 . 17-11 to 10-17.

Our best win of the year. Our best start to the season since 1998.

[Melbournehammer]

All of the maligned players - white, Everett, seaby deserve big congratulations for this performance - and Lj played a blinder by my reckoning.

Tremendous performance - as ever so proud of that club.

[R-1]

Pretty much everyone contributed and we looked good. Everitt and White looked like they belong. Armstrong slotted right in. Mattner a bit quiet but I assume he was playing a particular role. Reid also quiet but we covered for that very well.

Can't find any negatives save for that horrible injury. ):

[Melbourne_Blood]

Great win. I thought Mcveigh played his heart out today. Lots of 1 per centers and had a crack at every contest he got to. Well done Macca, well done boys. ( special mention to Kirky, his comentary was super today. Much improved) Bring on the Hawks!!

[GongSwan]

Probably our best win this year, sustained 4 qtr effort and even contribution right accross the team. Fringe players standing up. What happens when Goodes and Smith and Mummy and LRT are ready to come back? Parker was BOG

[Cheer_Cheer]

It looked to me like Reid was double teamed a lot and that allowed our smalls (Benny) free to kick goals. Is that how others saw it ?

[R-1]

It looked to me like Reid was double teamed a lot and that allowed our smalls (Benny) free to kick goals. Is that how others saw it ?

That was my thought.

[SCGonasunnyday]

Great win, North were even favourites I think before the game given their form and our outs. I suspected the quality of our pressure would expose them, no chain of 6 handballs for you today North.

Parker, Kennedy, Jack and McVeigh were great in the engine room and Jetta continues to kick 2-3 goals of the year each week, brilliant.

We struggled to take a mark in our forward 50 yet still kicked the highest score of any team all week.
Go Swans!!

[aardvark]

Shaws job on Harvey was sensational. He deserves more credit for the jobs he's done the last few weeks.

[DeadlyAkkuret]

If Rohan didn't get injured it'd be the perfect day. It's sad that we still won't see his best for another year or so, thankfully he has plenty of time on his side.

[R-1]

Another good thing: we seem to have figured out wet weather footy.

[Legs Akimbo]

A great win, but geez, bad luck for Rohan. If he wants inspiration, then he should look to Zeibel. Nasty break, but hopefully clean and can come back to reach his potential.

A really even performance today - everyone contributed at different stages. Great pressure across the ground and our backline was sensational, repelling attack after attack in the last quarter when we were out on our feet.

[jono2707]

What a top effort by the boys - big ups to Jesse and Andrejs and Seaby for all battling manfully and giving plenty of hard contests. The boys were all very fatigued towards the end due to losing Gazza so early - I guess 2013 will just have to be his year - very sad. Otherwise a great effort and next weeks game is now shaping as a beauty - I bet the Hawks ain't so confident now anyway....

[Sandridge]

Huge, huge win! Was worried when they beat Geelong. Even more worried when Goodesy was suspended. More worried with Mummy and LRT out. Even more worried when Gary went down! But our team is all heart and today we showed we have depth as well. Haven't beaten anyone TRULY significant yet but we're up there and the others have to come after us. Go the mighty Bloods!

[liz]

A great win, but geez, bad luck for Rohan. If he wants inspiration, then he should look to Zeibel. Nasty break, but hopefully clean and can come back to reach his potential.

A really even performance today - everyone contributed at different stages. Great pressure across the ground and our backline was sensational, repelling attack after attack in the last quarter when we were out on our feet.

This. It was the evenness of the contributions that was most pleasing. Everyone played their role, whether it was a defensive or ball hunting role. Though Teddy's wonderfulness was a stand out in a sea of wonderful performances. Bloody brilliant win in the circumstances.

[ShockOfHair]

Like the good old days.


1 West Coast 4 4 0 0 193.46 16
2 Sydney 4 4 0 0 148.20 16

[swansrule100]

best win for the season. Obviosuly rohan out was a big blow, but Goodes is a bad player to swap in. Still unsure if Reid is fit but everyone played their role.

White and Everitt were impressive considering what you come to expect from them.

[Donners]

Was it my imagination, or were there far too many occasions when Kangaroos players marked unopposed in their forward 50? It was particularly obvious in the first quarter - when we went in, our players were closely matched, while in their attacks they had players free.


Great to see White finally having a physical presence. He made a few silly mistakes, but they're more than made up for by having someone who can throw some weight around.

Indeed, it was a day for much-maligned players to well and truly outshine those who get all the plaudits, with White and Everitt far outperforming Reid and Hannebery.

[DeadlyAkkuret]

Despite the size of his shoulders, I still don't think Reid is ready to carry the forward line yet. That's why White's improvement is so important, it could be great for the future if they can work well together.

[Cheer_Cheer]

Despite the size of his shoulders, I still don't think Reid is ready to carry the forward line yet. That's why White's improvement is so important, it could be great for the future if they can work well together.

I think Reid was closely checked today.. It looked like he was doubled teamed a lot of the time.. This allowed our smalls the chance to score.. If he takes 2 of their best defenders every week it is a big win for us..

[Cpt. Kirk]

I hope rohan has a good recovery and comes back next year bigger and better then ever, Jetta is by far my favourite player the stuff he does is crazy and bruce said he was better then Rioli today. Parker is a joy to watch and so glad sydney picked him up, Ted Richards another solid performance and is AA form. Almost shed a tear when mcveigh kicked the goal and his celebration afterward. One of the best games sydney have played in the last couple of years and i was about as excited from this game as i was about the one vs geelong.

Soo proud of the boy's now bring on Hawthorn.

[rojo]

What a great game (except for Rohan's awful injury). I too was proud of their whole team effort. I was a bit nervous coming into the 3rd quarter - but no fade out! And they finished off emphatically with a couple of goals after a period of trying to stem the flow at the other end.

Looking ahead it was a very encouraging performance. Good to see ROK doing a few trademark things too. What about Bruce suggesting that Jets might be a challenge to Rioli as to his value to his team.

[swansrule100]

worst part of the season so far IMHO is rohans injury and essendon being 4-0.

[Foreign Legion]

Great win from the Swans.

I got quite upset at 'holding the ball' - they never seemed to be pinged for it - no matter how much they were spun in the tackle or how much prior opportunity they had.

Kudos to all the obvious suspects but plus marks to Rhys and also to Seaby - I thought Seaby battled well and improved as the game went on.

[31 hard at it]

TLM Hard this week as there were so many contributors.
What a great problem to start off the week :)

[Xie Shan]

It was a genuine team effort today, we are almost back to our hallmark of playing for each other, and the ferocious attack on the ball made a welcome return. We played like a top 4 team today. We need to grab as many early season wins as we can to give ourselves a shot of getting that double chance.

Bitterly disappointed for Rohan, especially now that Longmire has pretty much confirmed he's out for the year. If it had been a minor break, he's the type of player who could miss a stack of games during the year and still come back for the finals and make an impact, but sadly it looks like it's not to be :(

The forward line is still a worry (as ever) but I'm with those who say White and Everitt were a lot better today. 17 goals was a decent return, however.

Just on Josh Kennedy, at one point when he took a mark inside 50 the (radio) commentators compared him to Jimmy Bartel in his ability to drift forward and kick a goal. You know you're going well when you get compared to a Brownlow medallist!!

West Coast and Sydney are first and second on the ladder, the more things change, eh??

[sharp9]

Best win for a long, long, long time. Didn't win all four quarters but 5-1, 4-5, 5-1, 3-3 is a very satisfactory effort against decent opposition. A small worry for me is the number of times they seemed to move from end to end with a chain of uncontested balls...ending with an uncontested mark in the fifty....tele only shows narrow shot so you keep yelling "Where are the freakin' red guys???." They took quite a few marks in the fifty where the Swans just completely lost control of where their men were. That's where Carlton and Hawthorn destroyed us last year. That and the switch to players in acres of space. Having said that it didn't happen enough for us to lose :-) but a worry going into games against the top teams. of course if you look at the ladder....maybe we are one of the top teams? *cough* don't say it!!!!~

[Big Al]

What a fantastic day at the SCG (tempered obviously by the awful awful leg break for Gaz).

A sensational team effort with everyone contributing.

Also the man love is in full swing for Jetta. The man is an excitement machine and a seriously good footballer.

I also have to pinch myself when I watch Parker. He's still a bloody kid and is playing like a seasoned veteran.

Incy was 100% better than he has benn and I hope this is the breakout game for him.

JPK - WOW, a genuine star. an elite midfielder right at the minute.

[goswannie14]

It's kind of a boring game really, and not pretty to watch. But the % will come in handy if we can at least maintain or extend this lead.


Are you sure you're watching the right game? Gee some people on this site are hard to please.My thoughts exactly Cruiser. Some people are never happy.

[Cheer_Cheer]

So far there hasn't been much love for Benny.. How good was he today.. If he'd kicked a little straighter he could have ended up with 7 ?

[sharp9]

Didn't kick seven, though. Had a great game but uncomposed in front of goal, I though. geez I'm harsh

[Nico]

Tough, hard, disciplined and uncompromising footy. Our pressure on the man with the ball was sensational. That was a very good win given North came at us in the last quarter and we went away at the end. When North got to within 26 points there was about 12.30 minutes to go and had plenty of momentum. We kept them out for more than 5 minutes on the clock and their return was 3 points. They missed shots because we forced them to shoot from outside 50 most times which really cuts down the % of accuracy with tired legs.

I thought McVeigh and Jack were outstanding all game and finally White played like his life depended on it.

[Nico]

I think Reid was closely checked today.. It looked like he was doubled teamed a lot of the time.. This allowed our smalls the chance to score.. If he takes 2 of their best defenders every week it is a big win for us..

On a wet day it is very hard for players delivering to forwards precisely and very difficult for forwards to hold overhead marks in one on one contests.

[annew]

I know people and commentators say we haven't beaten anyone yet but who is there really? Going off last year Geelong - not the force they were and we did beat them at Geelong last year, Collingwood - Definitely not the team of last year, West Coast - we beat them last year, Hawthorn- possibly a difficult prospect especially in Launceston, Carlton - need to beat them. So really we are equal or better than most teams.

[Big Al]

We beat the 2 sides who had beaten last years premiers and also beat an improving Port at their own dung heap so I'm pretty happy our form line holds up okay.

[goswannie14]

I know people and commentators say we haven't beaten anyone yet but who is there really? Going off last year Geelong - not the force they were and we did beat them at Geelong last year, Collingwood - Definitely not the team of last year, West Coast - we beat them last year, Hawthorn- possibly a difficult prospect especially in Launceston, Carlton - need to beat them. So really we are equal or better than most teams.All of that, plus the fact we have twice beaten the team that beat Geelong the week previous to us beating them.

[treespirit]

Too true. Bloody Bummers.


worst part of the season so far IMHO is rohans injury and essendon being 4-0.

[DA_Swan]

Fantastic effort today by our young players - there has been a lot of hype around the roos youngsters - today confirmed that our young players are the equal of any in the competition - when Reid gets fit again we will be even better.

[Cheer_Cheer]

Did anyone else notice at the 3qtr time break when Horse was revving the players up, Bolton was looking all pumped and focused on everything Horse said yet Jessie was looking bored and disinterested ?

[Big Al]

Did anyone else notice at the 3qtr time break when Horse was revving the players up, Bolton was looking all pumped and focused on everything Horse said yet Jessie was looking bored and disinterested ?

To be fair I think that's just Jesse's personality. Laid back and laconic. I saw that look in a lot of Ressies huddles last year.

[DeadlyAkkuret]

We're finding new ways to critisise White now?

[Big Al]

Not a criticism from me. Jesse isn't the fire and brimstone type so l wouldn't expect the same body language from him as I would say a Jude.

Jesse was certainly a lot better today.

[Cheer_Cheer]

I just thought it was amusing.. It wasn't meant to be critisism.. It just shows the different personalities of different players..

[longmile]

We're finding new ways to critisise White now?

This isn't rwo for nothing

[Melbourne_Blood]

Definitely noticed Jude in the huddle , wow that was an intense face he had on. Mcglynns hardness set the tone for us early I thought. Malceski looks back to his best, and Jack seems to be going under the radar a bit but was fantastic again today. so many positives.

[Xie Shan]

We're finding new ways to critisise White now?

LOL!

[jono2707]

Fox Footy showed Gazza's leg break a bit earlier - it was a bad one and I just hope he recovers enough to be able to make an impression next year - I think its that bad so fingers crossed for the poor guy.

That aside, I think this team is building up a very large store of mental toughness which should hold us in good stead later in the season. Is there a harder, more mentally tough team going around at the moment? I don't think so anyway....

[Nich]

Good example today of someone staying on their feet and the other player sliding in knees first. Wonder if they'll look at that passage of play with Gaz? Probably not. Get well Gaz!!

Great win. Rapt with incy today and ive been tough on him. Parker is a GEM. Benny Mac back. Good arvo of footy. Amazing how well we do with no real forward line. Maybe there is one but we dont notice it!!

[Danzar]

White's improving, that's for sure, while Reid has had a quiet couple of games. I reckon every opposition coach now has a specific plan for Reid, which we've started to see it roll out in the last two rounds. This is why we definitley need a second stable forward option, just to give Reid some space. Until then, I think the fact that he'll conistently be up against at least two, but likely three defenders in almost every contest will be good for his development.


We're finding new ways to critisise White now?
Did you notice that he CLEARLY didn't use the same conditioner as last week? This is completely unacceptable.

[Bexl]

I saw a replay of the Rohan injury and was wondering, in the light of Goodes suspension, about the roos player who slid in boots first into Rohan's leg.

[ShockOfHair]

I likes our rotating forward line today. Gaz started at FF. White, ROK, Reid, Everitt and Seaby also played out of the goal square at various times.

Some of White's work below the knees today McGlynn would've been proud of.

[Big Al]

I likes our rotating forward line today. Gaz started at FF. White, ROK, Reid, Everitt and Seaby also played out of the goal square at various times.

Some of White's work below the knees today McGlynn would've been proud of.

+1

Thought we looked dangerous when we went forward today. The Norf defenders looked all at sea at times. We certainly won the tactical battle in that area.

[mcs]

A very pleasing and overall excellent effort today. Lots of good performances across the park including from some maligned players in our team. A really solid team effort considering the players we had out and losing Rohan early. I loved the pressure we put on them for almost the whole game - a few lax periods, but our forward pressure and midfield pressure was fantastic. North are a much better team this season, but we made them make a lot of poor decisions and look slow at times with our ferocious pressure. Excellent signs if we can start doing it for the whole 4 quarters of a game - it is a trademark of the best teams in the comp, and something we are beginning to emulate.

It has finally clicked with Mr Jetta - he really does look an AFL class footballer now! Very happy to see it, we've all known its in there and its starting to pay dividends now - next step for him is to get more of the ball around the ground, but he is kicking goals and doing his job.

Mr Parker is going to be a star.... the new Jude Bolton indeed! As Jude fades out into the sunset over the next few seasons, we are in good hands with a ready made replacement version.

Then there is that beast in midfielder called Kennedy. Kennedy and Parker have a great understanding may well be Kirk and Bolton Mach 2. No matter how good Hawthorn's midfield may be, they still must rue letting him go - he is rapidly becoming one of the best midfielders in the competition - and what is wonderful is that he does his work so efficiently and well that you don't notice him.

Reid was quiet today, but was well marked, and we didn't really give him a great deal of good 1 on 1 opportunities. I wonder if he is still a bit sore in the shoulder from the injury against Freo. He will bounce back, and he is only a very young man and he will be inconsistent as he learns his trade.

We have a really good mix of youth and experience - but it is the young guys really standing up at the moment. I'm starting to get a really good feeling about this season - we might not have played any true contenders yet, but there is a lot to like about a lot of our football. Good times are comin' I think!

But of course today's great performance was tempered by the injury. I'm devestated for Gary Rohan - poor bugger as he like Jetta was just looking like it was all going to 'click' for him. I'll be very interested to see if the incident is reviewed in lights of Goodes suspension.

Really enjoyable trip up the highway today... there is something brewing in the Red and the White - and I like it a lot! :)

[johnno]

S.C.G. = GRAVEYARD

[DLBIA14]

Rohan's horrific injury really took the buzz out of this win for me. Feel so bad for the kid, but I hope Swans fans rally around him. Maybe a card sent to the club would be a good idea.

Nevertheless, the quality of our depth is what really excited me. Goodes, Mumford, Smith - all top line players who are irreplaceable in our team. Everitt, Armstrong and Seaby gave a good account of themselves though, and certainty didn't hinder the team. Andrejs was really good again which was a pleasant surprise. He's certainly taking his chances this time.

How excited was Tony?! Obvious that he loves this club - childlike joy when he kicked that goal and belted out the song. :)

Well done to the coaches and the boys. Lots of adversity this week, but they all stood up. (clap)

[Melbournehammer]

I saw a replay of the Rohan injury and was wondering, in the light of Goodes suspension, about the roos player who slid in boots first into Rohan's leg.
I said the same thing at 4.47 on this thread. I note also the after the bounce gang used the incident to defend the suspension of goodes ! But didn't have a crack at the north player. He really should be cited and if the mrp decides that goodes deserves sanction then this fella should definitely be looked at. But this is the very reason that I said last week goodes should be looked at. These challenges on the player leading with feet are seriously dangerous - and maybe people realise that when a player slides in feet first studs or knees at a players ankles shins or knees they get seriously damaged. Soccer players jump out of the way for a reason but afl players are taught to hold their feet in these situations which adds to the impact

[S120]

Some random thoughts:

- Midfield busted their arses again. Parker, Bird, McVeigh, Kennedy, Jack all had good or great games.
- We slowed them down terrifically well. They love to run and tried to use the corridor a few times but we managed to really draw them out to the wings and much of that was to do with...
- Ludicrously good pressure and tackling once again. Led by McGlynn, Jetta, Everitt and of course the midfield. North were jumping at shadows in the 1st quarter.
- Reid I think is still carrying a bad shoulder. Looked unable to engage properly in marking contests and in turn Delaney smashed him all day.
- Aside from some bad free against, I was very impressed with Jesse White's game. Created contests, took marks, laid on some brilliant taps (see McVeigh's goal in the 3rd from a stoppage) and just generally looked much more confident in the physical side of his game. Another good step IMO.
- Jetta was brilliant again. 13 touches but the vast majority were impactful and continues to kick goals. Loving what he's become.
- Teddy was great again. Not just on Petrie but marshalling defence.
- Shaw destroyed Harvey. Nothing more needs to be said really. Harvey was getting very frustrated by the end of it. I've always had questions about Harvey when receiving a hard tag and today Shaw did it brilliantly.
- Seaby did his job and then some. He will always give a contest and more often than not make a good fist of it, but I thought he was particularly good today. I'm an unabashed fan of his and everyone esle should be grateful we have him on our list with Mummy not fit.
- Good game from McVeigh. Best of the year. Stood up and gave us the direction and skill we needed under pressure.
- As Cas said, Jude and ROK are taking back seat roles but are doing them well. They each performed a few really subtle pieces of play that were really important. In the 3rd quarter Jude won a 3 vs 1 marking contest at HF that led to a goal and ROK just used his body really brilliantly at times to create space for teammates. I doubt we will see many more games of 30 touches for each anymore, but as forwards they are doing a great job in giving us some real structure. ROK even spent time down back today which was interesting. Looked a bit out of place as a loose man but he got the job done.
- McGlynn showed how valuable he is. Not just his 3 goals but his tackling and non-stop pressure are as good as you could ask for. We will need him to do keep doing it now particularly with Rohan gone (that was horrific btw, heart-breaking to see it happen)

[aardvark]

We're finding new ways to critisise White now?

I know i'm the worlds biggest Jesse hater BUT 13 possessions and not one scoring shot plus 5 out of 22 frees against does not look wonderful for a key forward. Admittedly he did look better and he had 13 hit outs but i'd still have Spangher,LRT or even Walsh ahead of him.

And before anyone says it I know stats don't mean everything and haters gotta hate.

[Cpt. Kirk]

I saw a replay of the Rohan injury and was wondering, in the light of Goodes suspension, about the roos player who slid in boots first into Rohan's leg.

It will be interesting to see if the MRP will be consistent(i doubt it). It was Thomas who slid in. Poor Rohan hopefully he sticks with it and gets himself right for next year.

[Auntie.Gerald]

its funny I thought Sam Reid has two weeks in a row been the best decoy in the AFL

he lead to areas that caused the spare defender to go with him and left one on ones where our guys knew to kick the ball................perfectly !!!!

didnt anyone else see that too :( ?

[Red]

Rohan's horrific injury really took the buzz out of this win for me. Feel so bad for the kid, but I hope Swans fans rally around him. Maybe a card sent to the club would be a good idea.
Absolutely. His foot basically snapped off at the ankle, one of the worst-looking injuries I've ever seen.

Very brave to give the thumbs up on the stretcher, he probably would've been in shock.

Gary's got some very tough surgery & rehab ahead of him -- I really really wish him the best for a full recovery.

[Red]

I said the same thing at 4.47 on this thread. I note also the after the bounce gang used the incident to defend the suspension of goodes ! But didn't have a crack at the north player. He really should be cited and if the mrp decides that goodes deserves sanction then this fella should definitely be looked at. But this is the very reason that I said last week goodes should be looked at. These challenges on the player leading with feet are seriously dangerous - and maybe people realise that when a player slides in feet first studs or knees at a players ankles shins or knees they get seriously damaged. Soccer players jump out of the way for a reason but afl players are taught to hold their feet in these situations which adds to the impact
According to the AFL website, Gary was at fault for "... falling awkwardly in a tackle ...".

Rohan to miss rest of 2012 (http://www.afl.com.au/news/newsarticle/tabid/208/newsid/133771/default.aspx)

Where's the 'sickened and dis-illusioned by the inconsistent BS of the AFL' emoticon?

[aardvark]

I saw a replay of the Rohan injury and was wondering, in the light of Goodes suspension, about the roos player who slid in boots first into Rohan's leg.

Slid in feet first. If the MRP don't charge him we should storm the Bastille.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f-9XssTeOa8 Be warned its not nice vision.

[mcs]

According to the AFL website, Gary was at fault for "... falling awkwardly in a tackle ...".

Rohan to miss rest of 2012 (http://www.afl.com.au/news/newsarticle/tabid/208/newsid/133771/default.aspx)

Where's the 'sickened and dis-illusioned by the inconsistent BS of the AFL' emoticon?

That's the first viewing (and last I've seen of that - sickening) and if that was soccer it would be a straight red card and a several game ban. It deserves a look and maybe a suspension - it was an unlucky injury, but it doesn't matter the sport, you should not be diving in like that.

[Dirtyburt]

J white very good, good pressure, set up a few goals and rucked very well. Best overall performance in red and white IMHO. Coaches would be very happy with his effort and work rate.

[ugg]

First time I've seen that. Urgh ugly.

Also noticed that the umpire actually penalises Rohan for getting Thomas high and plays advantage to the Kangas.

[grarmy]

Great effort. Great resolve across the team. Some random thoughts:
. Armstrong looked slow and out of form. Sorry, not yet ready for a Hawthorn
. The much-maligned Everitt, and I am one of his major critics, today played his best game ever
. White, as noted earlier, played like a guy that really wants an AFL career: welcome home Jesse
. Spangher, when he returns (God, I hope next week) will add some real depth to the forward zone
. Parker is playing way above his division - trust he doesn't fall away as the season progresses
. Jetta is a delight to watch. I'm thinking Eddie Betts in time
....great effort across the team.

[aardvark]

Stopping that sort of thing happening is exactly why Goodes got suspended. I'm sure it was unintentional but that's not the point.

[gossipcom]

It was a bad weekend for AFL injuries. Some horrific ones in there. Rohan's definitely going to have a long road back so sending him well-wishes.

I was sitting near Armstrong's cheer squad - they were ecstatic when he kicked his goal.

And Jetta is seriously a freak. His goal-kicking at the moment is unbelievable.

I also agree with those who have said that it was probably the best game Everitt has played of AFL footy. Apart from the goals he kicked he set a few up and tackled very well.

[mcs]

Great effort. Great resolve across the team. Some random thoughts:
. Armstrong looked slow and out of form. Sorry, not yet ready for a Hawthorn
. The much-maligned Everitt, and I am one of his major critics, today played his best game ever
. White, as noted earlier, played like a guy that really wants an AFL career: welcome home Jesse
. Spangher, when he returns (God, I hope next week) will add some real depth to the forward zone
. Parker is playing way above his division - trust he doesn't fall away as the season progresses
. Jetta is a delight to watch. I'm thinking Eddie Betts in time
....great effort across the team.

No sign of second season syndrome with Luke Parker.... onwards and upwards is the only way he is going! Armstrong was very nervous today... he is not quite ready for seniors yet I don't think overall, but given time he will develop into a handy player for us.

[swanspant12]

Luke parker, im happy you signed my swannies guernsey because its gonna be treasured in the future. Absolute GUN.

[GongSwan]

We'd have a harder time covering the loss of Parker or Kennedy tha nwe did losing Goodes for a game. Nothing against Adam, I love him, just a fact

[Big Al]

Slid in feet first. If the MRP don't charge him we should storm the Bastille.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f-9XssTeOa8 Be warned its not nice vision.

I can't watch and I never will. I still can't get the horrific vision of Nathan Brown breaking his leg out of my head so I turn away whenever they replay these types of things.

As for the MRP I wouldn't hold my breathe for them to make a decision that makes sense.

[Cheer_Cheer]

its funny I thought Sam Reid has two weeks in a row been the best decoy in the AFL

he lead to areas that caused the spare defender to go with him and left one on ones where our guys knew to kick the ball................perfectly !!!!

didnt anyone else see that too :( ?

Yep.. That was what I was trying to say earlier in this thread but didn't articulate it as well as you :smile:

[ernie koala]

Great win considering the players we were missing, and loosing Rohan so early.
A really even performance.
The much maligned all went extremely well....
White had his best 4 quarter performance for the Swans.
Ditto for Everitt, his chasing and tackling, for 4 quarters, was fantastic.
Ditto for Jetta
Malceski is back to his best.
McVeigh ditto
Shaw did a number on Harvey
Bird did a number on Wells
ROK was patchy but did some good things, and looks to be slowly regaining some form.
The challenge is for them all to reproduce next week and beyond.

[Hilly]

Don't know if anyone has mentioned it yet? That giant red and white banner that some people draped over the fence up in the brewongle stand!? Nice work!

[ScottH]

I haven't read thru this thread, so sorry if it has already been mentioned.
How good was Shaw's shutdown of Harvey??
It's hard to keep a good player down and he did kick a brilliant goal, but he had little or no impact on the game. 14 touches.

Well done Recycled Rhyce.

[neilfws]

Had a great vantage point in the Brewrongle yesterday. Terrific game, really enjoyed it although as others said, tempered by Rohan's horror injury. It was pretty subdued for a while after that, but the crowd found voice again. Best wishes to the young bloke.

One of those games where the whole team puts in a 4-quarter effort and we look as good as anyone. Everitt: looked like a completely different player, I hope he's finally come good. McGlynn on fire for much of the game (did someone wind him up?) Jetta: we may have a genuine, crowd-pulling superstar on our hands, terrific for the club and the game. Seaby: the most I've seen from him, a good game. Doesn't play the game time of Mumford but they rotated him and White very well. Kennedy: what more can you say, he's everywhere, all the time. Reid was a bit quiet and heavily tagged, but never dropped his head. I hope he's handling the pressure OK.

Both teams were absolutely buggered by the end. Funny moment near the end when Teddy took a screaming diving mark, then a really tired looping handball didn't make the distance to McVeigh. Teddy starting laughing, McVeigh just stared at him with hands outstretched in a "what the **** was that!" gesture. Fortunately it wasn't critical by that stage.

4-0 and bring on the Hawks.

[Big Al]

I haven't read thru this thread, so sorry if it has already been mentioned.
How good was Shaw's shutdown of Harvey??
It's hard to keep a good player down and he did kick a brilliant goal, but he had little or no impact on the game. 14 touches.

Well done Recycled Rhyce.

He did a brilliant job no question. He nearly got into my top 3 in the all important TLM because if the job he did on Harvey.

[Doctor]

Outstanding 4 quarter performance yesterday. I have to say that the sub rule worked in our favour too. The slight disadvantage of no fresh legs in the 4th quarter was vastly outweighted by both teams being on 3 interchanges for the first 3. As long as you don't get a second injury ythe rule works. Get well soon Gaz!

Lots of great performances yesterday but I thought Malceski and McVeigh both showed much stronger form too.

[ernie koala]

I have to say that the sub rule worked in our favour too. The slight disadvantage of no fresh legs in the 4th quarter was vastly outweighted by both teams being on 3 interchanges for the first 3. As long as you don't get a second injury ythe rule works.

That's the problem with this rule. We were really lucky that there were no other injuries yesterday.
IMO they should have 3 interchange and 2 subs. Then at least a team that gets 2 injuries (which happens fairly regularly) wont be disadvantaged.
It would also make for interesting tactical moves as to who and when to activate subs.

[Ruck'n'Roll]

Poor Gary Rohan . . . . . and poor Horse.
I thought he'd pulled off a masterstroke with Gary at full forward, he certainly looked like he was going to be way too quick for Thompson. Then tradgedy.
To misquote Rabbie Burnz "The best laid schemes o' horse an' men, Gang aft a-gley."

[neilfws]

On a brighter video note: Jetta's goals are at YouTube. "3 for the afternoon, all of them gems."


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hKkxOSl_g_s

[Triple B]

Poor Gary Rohan . . . . . and poor Horse.
I thought he'd pulled off a masterstroke with Gary at full forward, he certainly looked like he was going to be way too quick for Thompson. Then tradgedy.
To misquote Rabbie Burnz "The best laid schemes o' horse an' men, Gang aft a-gley."

I actually had that conversation on the way home. Given the injury and what no doubt will be a looong recovery process and then some more to get enough fitness in to the body to compete as a midfielder, the 3 minute cameo at FF may have been a glimpse to the future.

He ticks all the boxes to be a great FF. Strong mark, both on the lead and in contested situations, he plays pretty tall and his goalkicking is beautiful.

Who knows, in 3 years time we could have a double pronged forward line of Reid and Rohan.

Delicious...

[Ruck'n'Roll]

I'm afraid I'm still not convinced about the value of 'Dre.

While we desperately need that 3rd tall target to distract the opposition from young Sam. I don't think 'Dre is a viable 3rd tall target up forward.

I'm glad he got on the scoreboard but despite the goals, not much has changed.

Even yesterday he was still unable to make an effective contest at the fall of the ball. Sure he has an enormous kick, but that's not new, remember that link to a kickout in the reserves someone posted? His disposal is still suspect, his first two efforts this week were miskicks. I was very please to see a significant improvement in his tackling, although perhaps his chasing could still be improved, as someone suggested last week he still seems to be growing into his body, and perhaps that's the case, but atm he's still lumbering his way around the ground.

[aardvark]

I'm afraid I'm still not convinced about the value of 'Dre.

While we desperately need that 3rd tall target to distract the opposition from young Sam. I don't think 'Dre is a viable 3rd tall target up forward.

I'm glad he got on the scoreboard but despite the goals, not much has changed.

Even yesterday he was still unable to make an effective contest at the fall of the ball. Sure he has an enormous kick, but that's not new, remember that link to a kickout in the reserves someone posted? His disposal is still suspect, his first two efforts this week were miskicks. I was very please to see a significant improvement in his tackling, although perhaps his chasing could still be improved, as someone suggested last week he still seems to be growing into his body, and perhaps that's the case, but atm he's still lumbering his way around the ground.

I thought that was his best game yet. Hopefully his 50th will be remembered as his breakout game.

[ScottH]

I'm afraid I'm still not convinced about the value of 'Dre.

While we desperately need that 3rd tall target to distract the opposition from young Sam. I don't think 'Dre is a viable 3rd tall target up forward.

I'm glad he got on the scoreboard but despite the goals, not much has changed.

Even yesterday he was still unable to make an effective contest at the fall of the ball. Sure he has an enormous kick, but that's not new, remember that link to a kickout in the reserves someone posted? His disposal is still suspect, his first two efforts this week were miskicks. I was very please to see a significant improvement in his tackling, although perhaps his chasing could still be improved, as someone suggested last week he still seems to be growing into his body, and perhaps that's the case, but atm he's still lumbering his way around the ground.

Agree. His attack on the ball, or player with the ball just seems to lack effort/intensity.
B+ Must try harder.

[Big Al]

Sorry I can't agree at all. He was good yesterday and credit has to be given for that performance.

Not sure it shows on TV but at the ground he was chasing and tackling as hard as anyone out there.

[AnnieH]

Poor, poor little Ranga.
My heart is as broken as his leg.

Other than that tragedy ... what a fantastic game.
I'm always very pleased when we beat the boo-a-roos.

[Melbourne_Blood]

He is an unbeleivable kick, if he can improve the other areas he'll take his oppurtunities in front of goal. Imagine if Sam could kick like that /

[Ruck'n'Roll]

PM Big Al

[ScottH]

Sorry I can't agree at all. He was good yesterday and credit has to be given for that performance.

Not sure it shows on TV but at the ground he was chasing and tackling as hard as anyone out there.

We did see him tackle on the TV, but when the ball hit the ground he just looks slow.

[Lucky Knickers]

We did see him tackle on the TV, but when the ball hit the ground he just looks slow.
Everitts intensity in getting to the contest is very inconsistent. I noticed early in game he was slow as a wet week. He seems to start at the intensity of a ressies match and then flicks on a switch. I hope that this is just him becoming used to the speed of senior footy and what's required.
Everyone was going so mad on him in the first qtr. He does then seem to get down and get with it.
I thought that was one of his best games. He is definitely a confidence player so will have been a big shot in the arm.

[caj23]

I'm afraid I'm still not convinced about the value of 'Dre.

While we desperately need that 3rd tall target to distract the opposition from young Sam. I don't think 'Dre is a viable 3rd tall target up forward.

I'm glad he got on the scoreboard but despite the goals, not much has changed.

Even yesterday he was still unable to make an effective contest at the fall of the ball. Sure he has an enormous kick, but that's not new, remember that link to a kickout in the reserves someone posted? His disposal is still suspect, his first two efforts this week were miskicks. I was very please to see a significant improvement in his tackling, although perhaps his chasing could still be improved, as someone suggested last week he still seems to be growing into his body, and perhaps that's the case, but atm he's still lumbering his way around the ground.

Agree with this post

It was his best game for the club and there were some positives but he is the worst contested mark for a bloke his size I have ever seen. He is unable to even put in a decent contest in the air and unless he improves on this (and his overall intensity) he is just going to keep being a tease

[ShockOfHair]

Sorry I can't agree at all. He was good yesterday and credit has to be given for that performance.

Not sure it shows on TV but at the ground he was chasing and tackling as hard as anyone out there.

I thought his defensive work was just as important as his goals. I've never seen him show that much intensity. AT least one tackle led directly to a goal.

[Wardy]

Apart from Rohan's Injury (which was just heartbreaking ) the game as a whole I loved it. It's a win so let's rejoice in that. Everyone played a part so now bring on Hawthorn!!!!!

[Dosser]

Harf was just discussing the Rohan incident on SEN and the question they had was whether or not Lindsay Thomas had the ball first when his feet hit Gaz. Either way, it broke a leg.

I think the game was fantastic, but whenever I replayed bits of it in my head last night I couldnt get Rohan's image out of it, so I have been pretty down about the game.

A couple of things I noticed:
Although Everitt's game was his best yet, I am sooo frustrated at how he spills even chest marks. As has already been pointed out, he must have the slipperiest hands in football - he even has trouble picking the ball up off the ground.
I was surprised at how much ROK has slowed down this year - both he and White had the turning circle of the QE2
I thought Shaw was the unsung hero of the day. To see Harvey get frustrated was great to watch. I also thought Kizza had a brilliant first half and hardly anyone has mentioned him.
I also put my vote in for Rohan as a future FF. Without ever mentioning that I have said this before on RWO (see what I did there?) I think he has the leap, the hands and the pace to burn off a lot of full backs. The only thing he would need to learn is body positioning, however other teams wouldnt put a gorilla on him because of his pace.
I also think that, although Jesse and Dre had their best games in a while for us, they were hardly game-breaking performances. I think that they come from a pretty low base of expectations, so we were happy with their performances.
I also have to say that I am excited by what I have read about Walsh in the last 2 weeks.

[WeHaveTheGoodes]

North Melb supporters are fgast becoming a real pain in the rear end. Everytime they loose it's all mitigating factors that made them loose, not the fact they were beaten on the day by a better side. Latest excuse?

It was raining.

I mean seriously..

The weathers been crap in Sydney for a long while now..if the silly coaching staff went in with talls..then thats their bad luck for not checking up on Sydney weather.

What a bunch of horrible victims they are. I just wish the AFL would hurry up and merge them. They don't deserve a stand alone team in such an elite comp.

BTW great game yesterday. Shattered by Rohan. :(

[Dosser]

North Melb supporters are fgast becoming a real pain in the rear end. Everytime they loose it's all mitigating factors that made them loose, not the fact they were beaten on the day by a better side. Latest excuse?

It was raining.

I mean seriously..

The weathers been crap in Sydney for a long while now..if the silly coaching staff went in with talls..then thats their bad luck for not checking up on Sydney weather.

What a bunch of horrible victims they are. I just wish the AFL would hurry up and merge them. They don't deserve a stand alone team in such an elite comp.

BTW great game yesterday. Shattered by Rohan. :(

Surprised they aren't complaining to the AFL that it wasnt fair because we beat them on purpose...

[WeHaveTheGoodes]

They have fast become the serial whingers of the AFL.

[Triple B]

Did anybody else notice Brad Scott approach the goal umpires at the end of the game as they compared scores and waved the flags for the all clear?

Obviously a long way away and without the aid of binoculars, but it did appear an animated discussion.

Was there any talk on the TV about it??

[Big Al]

They have fast become the serial whingers of the AFL.

Yep, couldn't agree more.

They would have to be embarassed yesterday that they had about 10 supporters there. Even Freo 2 weeks ago had a tonne more support than Nor did f yesterday. An irrelevant club that should be relocated, merged or pissed off.

[Big Al]

Did anybody else notice Brad Scott approach the goal umpires at the end of the game as they compared scores and waved the flags for the all clear?

Obviously a long way away and without the aid of binoculars, but it did appear an animated discussion.

Was there any talk on the TV about it??

Thinking that they may have made a 37 point error in their adding up maybe??

[Dosser]

I'm so disappointed that the only Norf supporter I know finished working here about 6 month's ago.

[ernie koala]

A couple of things I noticed:
Although Everitt's game was his best yet, I am sooo frustrated at how he spills even chest marks. As has already been pointed out, he must have the slipperiest hands in football - he even has trouble picking the ball up off the ground.
I also think that, although Jesse and Dre had their best games in a while for us, they were hardly game-breaking performances. I think that they come from a pretty low base of expectations, so we were happy with their performances.
I also have to say that I am excited by what I have read about Walsh in the last 2 weeks.

I disagree, Everitt did well at both ends of the ground, he chased hard and tackled well all game...and kicked 3 goals.
He aint Goodes, but he certainly had a very good game by any standards.
What he needs to do now is back it up consistently.

White also had easily his best overall game for the Swans. His tap work is ordinary... but his work in traffic, when the ball was on the ground and up for grabs was excellent.
Just like Everitt, he needs to do it consistently.

[Dosser]

I disagree, Everitt did well at both ends of the ground, he chased hard and tackled well all game...and kicked 3 goals.
He aint Goodes, but he certainly had a very good game by any standards.
What he needs to do now is back it up consistently.

White also had easily his best overall game for the Swans. His tap work is ordinary... but his work in traffic, when the ball was on the ground and up for grabs was excellent.
Just like Everitt, he needs to do it consistently.

I loved Everitt's tackling this game - it was his best yet. However, he spills so many marks that others take as a matter of course. I think every game - including this one - he had a 'simple' one bounce off his chest.

[ernie koala]

Agree. His attack on the ball, or player with the ball just seems to lack effort/intensity.
B+ Must try harder.

I don't know what you were watching?
He chased hard all day, and pulled off a handful of good hard tackles, a couple of which were rewarded with HTB.

[shaun..]

From what I saw of the reply, both White and Everitt were spoiling way too much ball in the F50 either due to bad positioning, reading of play and/or poor kicking from their teammates which was quite frustrating. They both had good games and Everitt kicked some nice goals while Jesse set up a couple with excellent repeat efforts, but they were also easily outmarked on occasions or behind the play. Agree that they both deserve to stay but will need to work a lot harder in the marking contests.

[ernie koala]

Yep, couldn't agree more.

They would have to be embarassed yesterday that they had about 10 supporters there. Even Freo 2 weeks ago had a tonne more support than Nor did f yesterday. An irrelevant club that should be relocated, merged or pissed off.

They had their chance to become the Goldcoast Kangas.
They were going to be given lots of money , and draft picks, they would of been in a position to be a dominant force....
And that Goose Brayshaw talked them out of it....what a fool..
I think they'll look back at that in years to come with great regret.

[Jewels]

I am one of White biggest detractors, the guy drives me mental but I thought his and Everitts overall games yesterday were excellent.
I'm surprised that Everitt is still copping a bit of a blast on here and that some of you expected him to come out yesterday and be a superstar. I thought he showed far, far more then I have ever seen from him including games I saw of him at the dogs and that his effort and intent was fantastic. Yes, his marking certainly does let him down but that's something that can be worked on, his long kicks for goal were excellent!
If only we could get Everitt to mark like Sammy and Sammy to kick like Everitt!

[Melbourne_Blood]

Bagging Everitt because he cant mark is only as fair as bagging Sam because he cant kick. Both are freakishly talented at the skill that the other struggles with. They should hang out more.

[Big Al]

I'll admit I must of watched the game yesterday with Jesse blinkers on. I was ready to launch into him on here until I saw other people's opinion so held off until I saw the replay. Jesse was pretty good so I take back everything I thought and probably said at the game.

[wolftone57]

I am one of White biggest detractors, the guy drives me mental but I thought his and Everitts overall games yesterday were excellent.
I'm surprised that Everitt is still copping a bit of a blast on here and that some of you expected him to come out yesterday and be a superstar. I thought he showed far, far more then I have ever seen from him including games I saw of him at the dogs and that his effort and intent was fantastic. Yes, his marking certainly does let him down but that's something that can be worked on, his long kicks for goal were excellent!
If only we could get Everitt to mark like Sammy and Sammy to kick like Everitt!

On the last part concurrently please.

I agree totally, was at the game and thought both guys were great. Jesse bent his knees for once and he found he can get a low ball and control play with that huge frame of his. Bloody wonderful game Jesse and I hope it continues. He did all the hard things yesterday, protecting his little blokes, hit outs to advantage, blocking, chasing. Everitt did so much of the same but he also kicked three goals and that hand off goal was a gem.

Jetts is a star. Our midfield is astronomical! Lukie, Joey, Kizza, Hannas, Jetts, Seabs, Jesse, Birdie and Shaw all did sooo well!

Loved Armstrong's game and the way he talks out on the ground. I also loved when things fell apart for a short while in the last Marty rallied the troops in the back half and soon things started to turn.

This is the best match I have seen since 2006. Even the Geelong game as beaut as it was didn't have quite as much finesse as this! This is a very good side & I stated in the right conditions we could win the premiership earlier in the season. I am going to say that even without Gary Rohan we can get to and win the premiership.

Speaking of Gary so sorry for the lad! He has had such bad luck and it just seems to get worse, maybe we need a friendly White Witch to put a 'No Injury' Charm on him. From what I heard at the game it is the end for him this year.

By the way saw Shane Biggs in the Two's and he put in a pretty decent effort for a first up. His parents were sitting just behind me and they certainly know their footy and are know who is who in the Swans Guernsey both Firsts and Seconds. Lovely people! Good luck to the lad I hope he gets a break because his delivery is pretty good and he can certainly get it.

[AnnieH]

I'm still soooooooooo happy we beat the boo-a-roos.
That club and their supporter are idiots.
Would have won a granny by now had they moved norf.

[Big Al]

their supporters are idiots.

Yep, he's an idiot alright. ;)

[Melbourne_Blood]

Yep, he's an idiot alright. ;)

Ha!

[DeadlyAkkuret]

I was stuck amongst the North Melbourne supporters on Sunday. I hate sitting next to that guy.

I showed up unexpectedly at a North Melbourne function. He seemed happy to have some company.

The North Melbourne cheer squad was throwing obscenities and rubbish at nearby opposition supporters until security escorted him out.

Etc etc.

[Primmy]

Jesse played a good game, he will never be truly quick, but he does quick things, and he is better now than he was. He has started to use his size to his advantage. Its not all about flash goals etc, its also about making space, contesting, creating discomposure amongst the opposition. What he does is part of the plot. He is not a major part of it, but you don't have a play if you don't have bit players making the central characters look good!

Dre had probably his best game. He has made it to 50, many others don't. He is also an Everitt. Can any of you really say that the Everitt family are quick, get to contests, etc, - however we can say that Drey has a straight kick (each goal, that ball turned over end to end in a straight line, beautiful) and a bit of whoof! He has his talent, and he can use it. It may not be all round, but he has his place; we probably don't know what the coaches instructions to him are (or is someone in the know here).

Kizza, sheesh, he worked his arse off. Reading the play left right and centre.

ROK, well I was ready to say tck tck, its time he retired, until I saw the replay. End to end dragging his opposition with him. Not quick, but dogged, and ultimately effective.

Luke, well, Luke......could hug the bejeeezus out of the kid. I love watching him get better and better.

I could go on, but you know the drill. I am no particularly "mad" at anyone tonight. Noone has drawn my ire. Strange that.....not normal.

Now, Hawthorn. Whoohoo!!!!

[caj23]

I'm surprised that Everitt is still copping a bit of a blast on here and that some of you expected him to come out yesterday and be a superstar. I thought he showed far, far more then I have ever seen from him including games I saw of him at the dogs and that his effort and intent was fantastic. Yes, his marking certainly does let him down but that's something that can be worked on, his long kicks for goal were excellent!

If only we could get Everitt to mark like Sammy and Sammy to kick like Everitt!

I don't think it's too much to expect that a bloke of his size, in his 5th year on an AFL list, at his 2nd club to be able to do the basics such as provide a contest when going for a mark (I swear I'd back Benny McGlynn to out mark him one on one).

He was cut from the dogs due to his inconsistency, lack of intensity and desire for the ball, and his inability to find a position for himself. Yesterday's game was a step in the right direction but all of those issues are still prevalent in his game

[Jewels]

I don't think it's too much to expect that a bloke of his size, in his 5th year on an AFL list, at his 2nd club to be able to do the basics such as provide a contest when going for a mark (I swear I'd back Benny McGlynn to out mark him one on one).

He was cut from the dogs due to his inconsistency, lack of intensity and desire for the ball, and his inability to find a position for himself. Yesterday's game was a step in the right direction but all of those issues are still prevalent in his game

That is the point I was trying to make. He wasn't spectacular and he should be better for the time he's been in the system, but Sundays game was a huge step in the right direction (as it was for Jesse also) and he was doing the things that we and the club want of him, but yet he's still copping plenty of crap on here.
Now the challenge for him is to continue the upward curve this week and for the rest of the season.

[caj23]

I don't think we're necessarily arguing different points here Jewels, I think all of us would agree that it was easily his best game for us.

I think as opposed to us trashing his game, we're being a little bit more realistic than some of the posters who oiverrate his performances which generally have been poor.

I know from my own personal viewpoint I get really frustrated with him because he has all of the physical attributes to be an A grade player in the AFL but the application/drive/will to succeed just doesnt seem to be there.

If he could get it all together it would be awesome because he is exactly what we need in the forward line. I'd love to be proven wrong, but I don't think it will happen as he hasn't addressed any of the flaws in his game since being cut by the Dogs

[Jewels]

Yep, you're quite right caj, though it's nice to dream that he'll get it together :applouse:

[Mr Magoo]

Yep, you're quite right caj, though it's nice to dream that he'll get it together :applouse:

With Everitt , while Im not a big fan, I think we all forget that he only has just turned 23. For a 194cm player he really shouldnt be expected to be at his best for another season or two. They cant all walk into it like Sam Reid did. Compare that he is almost three years younger than Grundy and really he isnt all that bad for a player his size. He can only get stronger and his kicking is good . He needs to be judged on where he is at the end of this season as he has all the attributes to be a pretty damaging half forward.

[Auntie.Gerald]

With Everitt , while Im not a big fan, I think we all forget that he only has just turned 23. For a 194cm player he really shouldnt be expected to be at his best for another season or two. They cant all walk into it like Sam Reid did. Compare that he is almost three years younger than Grundy and really he isnt all that bad for a player his size. He can only get stronger and his kicking is good . He needs to be judged on where he is at the end of this season as he has all the attributes to be a pretty damaging half forward.

just like Teddy

[ernie koala]

With Everitt , while Im not a big fan, I think we all forget that he only has just turned 23. For a 194cm player he really shouldnt be expected to be at his best for another season or two. They cant all walk into it like Sam Reid did. Compare that he is almost three years younger than Grundy and really he isnt all that bad for a player his size. He can only get stronger and his kicking is good . He needs to be judged on where he is at the end of this season as he has all the attributes to be a pretty damaging half forward.

Spot on.

[Beerman]

White also had easily his best overall game for the Swans. His tap work is ordinary... but his work in traffic, when the ball was on the ground and up for grabs was excellent.

I loved the work that he did to set up that goal in the second quarter. Just used his size and strength to force other players off the ball and bust his way through with it. Exciting stuff.

[sidswan]

Just wanted to say how grateful I am for all the comments on here. Sunday was the first time for many YEARS that I haven't been able to go/watch or even listen to the game ...many thanks to all the contributors.

[Triple B]

Did anybody else notice Brad Scott approach the goal umpires at the end of the game as they compared scores and waved the flags for the all clear?

Obviously a long way away and without the aid of binoculars, but it did appear an animated discussion.

Was there any talk on the TV about it??

Well, it took a while to come out. I wonder if Adrian Anderson casually reads RWO.

Brad Scott receives official warning for umpire approach (http://www.afl.com.au/news/newsarticle/tabid/208/newsid/134726/default.aspx)

And just in case he does ... Adrian, you're a wanker.

[Dirtyburt]

And just in case he does ... Adrian, you're a wanker.

My lawyers will be in touch

[Triple B]

My lawyers will be in touch

It aint slanderous if it's true...lol