Was nice to see a game where we weren’t reamed by the umps. A pleasant change 
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Training For Redemption in 2022
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Jack was doing a lot of coaching.
At one point on the wing, he was holding his man (Gibcus) out of a countest yelling 'Where do you want it Noah?', trying to coach Balta into making a proper lead, who then did and made a good contest.
I agree that Balta looked good forward. Lots to learn, but this is his position. That goal 60 out on the boundary shows what a weapon he can be.
Watched the highlights on the website. Pressure level must have well down because Castagna did a left hand handball that didn’t hit his teammate’s boot laces
He was on Short so very little pressure.Watched the highlights on the website. Pressure level must have well down because Castagna did a left hand handball that didn’t hit his teammate’s boot laces
Caddy’s contract is up this year isn’t it? Might get one of his best years out of him.
Don’t see graham or lambert playing r1 ,,,what’s the rush , barely been out the medical room all pre season
yep could def see him in more defensive role locking down on dangerous small forward
Ralphsmith by far the most impressive young player today. Run and carry plus delivery was very good.
Just watched the game.
How good was it to see big Soldo out there again, great to see, geez he's going to be important.
Observations of the Seniors on the field.
Chimpamania - Impressive along with Dion and Shai through the middle when out there.
JR8 just strolled around and did enough, and as stated by others he looked to be doing a lot of instruction and direction out on the field, as did Sheds.
Nank just only knows one way and impressed but did hold back a bit which was good lol,
Baker was damaging as a mid forward kicking 4 odd goals and Rioli Daniel was one of the best players for the yellow side.
Grimes like Jack just rolled the legs over, whilst Broad was everywhere and played a very good game with sure ball use.
Balta did some very nice things and, Stacky showed some very nice touches but was a little down I was hoping to see a bit more from him but that said his pre season has been good apparently.
Interesting to see Tigga cop one across the jaw late in the game from Shais shoulder and set him down for a few seconds hopefully nothing from that for Tigga.
George played high half forward and got involved kicking a few goals, and Caddy also had a decent outing. Short didn't really stand out either to be honest with most of the running from defence for the yellow side seemingly done by Rioli as opposed to Short..
Marlion and Grover played some time on each other but neither really had any significant impact on the game Marlion had a quieter start but got more involved as the game went on.
Aarts never really stood out with things looking like best 22 has passed him.
Moju was quiet, and Parkers disposal by foot was disappointing.
Miller was fairly unobtrusive but popped up a couple of times with some good contested work, and Biggie showed some good composure at times, and same for Cumberland who showed a couple of nice efforts.
Ralphy looks likely to be the junior from 21 to step up in 22 through the middle and will start applying pressure to Grover and Marlion for a spot.
RCD started well did a few nice things the trailed off a tad, and Mansell also did a few nice things and was in at the contests as expected.
Ross still; doesn't strike me as a player that is going to demand first 22 footy and Will Martyn's lack of pre season has him well back in the field.
Gibcus and the Sonz some good signs and exciting, Clarke played but didnt really notice him whilst Sambo, Banks, Brown and Dow DNP (happy to be corrected on this).
The two Islander lads both had a dip and the other VFL boys Henderson, Hicks, Maximus all had a go as well, with Maximus showing the most.
Lambo, Graham, Tommy and some bloke with tatts to walk into the side as well.
There is going to be the possibility we see some blokes playing in possies this season we may not have expected.
Nothing much to go by but each ensuing week from here on will tell a different tale.
How good was it to see big Soldo out there again, great to see, geez he's going to be important.
Observations of the Seniors on the field.
Chimpamania - Impressive along with Dion and Shai through the middle when out there.
JR8 just strolled around and did enough, and as stated by others he looked to be doing a lot of instruction and direction out on the field, as did Sheds.
Nank just only knows one way and impressed but did hold back a bit which was good lol,
Baker was damaging as a mid forward kicking 4 odd goals and Rioli Daniel was one of the best players for the yellow side.
Grimes like Jack just rolled the legs over, whilst Broad was everywhere and played a very good game with sure ball use.
Balta did some very nice things and, Stacky showed some very nice touches but was a little down I was hoping to see a bit more from him but that said his pre season has been good apparently.
Interesting to see Tigga cop one across the jaw late in the game from Shais shoulder and set him down for a few seconds hopefully nothing from that for Tigga.
George played high half forward and got involved kicking a few goals, and Caddy also had a decent outing. Short didn't really stand out either to be honest with most of the running from defence for the yellow side seemingly done by Rioli as opposed to Short..
Marlion and Grover played some time on each other but neither really had any significant impact on the game Marlion had a quieter start but got more involved as the game went on.
Aarts never really stood out with things looking like best 22 has passed him.
Moju was quiet, and Parkers disposal by foot was disappointing.
Miller was fairly unobtrusive but popped up a couple of times with some good contested work, and Biggie showed some good composure at times, and same for Cumberland who showed a couple of nice efforts.
Ralphy looks likely to be the junior from 21 to step up in 22 through the middle and will start applying pressure to Grover and Marlion for a spot.
RCD started well did a few nice things the trailed off a tad, and Mansell also did a few nice things and was in at the contests as expected.
Ross still; doesn't strike me as a player that is going to demand first 22 footy and Will Martyn's lack of pre season has him well back in the field.
Gibcus and the Sonz some good signs and exciting, Clarke played but didnt really notice him whilst Sambo, Banks, Brown and Dow DNP (happy to be corrected on this).
The two Islander lads both had a dip and the other VFL boys Henderson, Hicks, Maximus all had a go as well, with Maximus showing the most.
Lambo, Graham, Tommy and some bloke with tatts to walk into the side as well.
There is going to be the possibility we see some blokes playing in possies this season we may not have expected.
Nothing much to go by but each ensuing week from here on will tell a different tale.
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AgreedWas nice to see a game where we weren’t reamed by the umps. A pleasant change
I was told both sides lost the free kick countWas nice to see a game where we weren’t reamed by the umps. A pleasant change
R1 will be a selection nightmare. On what I saw today Mansell and Ralph both walk ups but they will have to usurp premiership players if fit.
At the ground noticed a few good things, went home & watched the replay & he stood out, really impressive considering he's only just come back from injury in recent weeks & has barely had a pre season.. the other 1 that really impressed me was Gibcus, he could be in the mix for a rd 1 debut
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Dusty trained right in front of me before the game as did the others. he looked fine as did Lynch, he looked like he could have played today to my very untrained eye (McQualter also said the same thing post game). P.S he's a real unit up close
The tackling in general was "let's look after each other" which is self explanatory this time of year.
I know that feeling. The last stubby for the night.
Gone. Dreams and hopes crashed. How did she see past the Greek yoghurt tub?
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