Captain

[monopoly19]

I would be disappointed if it was Jude Bolton over any one of Hall, Crouch or Kirk. Obviously these guys are all older than B1 and have fewer years left, but I think they've so far all proven more consistent on a football front, and have demonstrated significant leadership qualities. I'd even throw in Schauble as someone I'd love to see as captain one day.

[Ruda Wakening]

Originally posted by LittleSchneider
- isnt what you would usually call 'captain quality'. hes a little short fused at times, sometimes a little cold to the media - which is not the best sort of behaviour for a captain.

He's probably the most interviewed player at Sydney, so i can't see why you say he's cold with the media.

He's trusted enough to take care of the younger guys like Mathew Davis etc in his own home, and he always gives 110% on the field. What more can he do? He's "short fused" because he's constantly screwed over, and that fuse is nothing like it was a few years ago anyway.

I'd much rather have him leading them than B1.

At least Barry would be on his feet long enough to be able to bark encouragement or lead by example.

[Margie]

My choice would be Barry Hall. He commands plenty of respect from fans, players, commentators and the club. He's tough, has a great work ethic and a recognisable name in Sydney. I also think he's good on camera (although his voice is a bit Stephen Kernahan-like).

[Jimmy C]

For mine, its Bazza. A Captain should be able to marshall the team mates and inspire them. B1 does not do this. I've thought Hall is Captain material since his 2nd season. I don't think that there is any other on-field leader at the club, with perhaps the exception of Kirk.

Give it to Bazza!!!

[Jimmy C]

BTW, on the subject of Maxfield, I think he's likely to be used as an impact player off the bench this season. Our future Captain needs to be alot more than a "Shock Trooper".

[chammond]

Originally posted by Jimmy C
For mine, its Bazza. A Captain should be able to marshall the team mates and inspire them. B1 does not do this.

The player that I've seen most often getting in and revving up his teammates is Matthew Nicks, but I've never seen his name put forward as future captain.

IMHO, the vital ingredient for an aspiring captain is the respect of your peers. Do you have any evidence that Bolton doesn't have that?

I've thought Hall is Captain material since his 2nd season. I don't think that there is any other on-field leader at the club, with perhaps the exception of Kirk.
Give it to Bazza!!!

As a former Broadford resident, I think Hall as captain would be fantastic in many ways. But as a Swans fan I would be very worried about the impact it would have on his own game . . . a hard thing to predict.

His performance is so critical to the on-field success of the Swans that I don't think I'd like to take the risk of making him captain.

[liz]

Originally posted by chammond
The player that I've seen most often getting in and revving up his teammates is Matthew Nicks, but I've never seen his name put forward as future captain.

A few years back I think he was definitely seen as a possible candidate. Was he not deputy VC for a couple of years?

Sadly I suspect his chance is now passed. His football career is probably a year to year proposition, given the ongoing back problems he has had.

[Dpw]

Originally posted by liz
A few years back I think he was definitely seen as a possible candidate. Was he not deputy VC for a couple of years?

Sadly I suspect his chance is now passed. His football career is probably a year to year proposition, given the ongoing back problems he has had.

I think you have it the nail on the head Liz, infact I think Nicks was after the top job when Maxfield got the job Iam sure there were a few articles floating around with him stating he would like the job.

for my mind, I think Jarred Crouch should get a crack hes hardworking, reliable and seems to have the respect of all the players.

[monopoly19]

Originally posted by chammond

IMHO, the vital ingredient for an aspiring captain is the respect of your peers.

Hasn't Hall won the Player's Player award the last two years running?

As for added pressure, he's already pretty much the face of the Swans in Sydney. I'd say more people identify him with the Swans than they could Stuart Maxfield.

It'll be interesting to see how Hall progresses this year with the added weight of expectation that AA selection and a Bob Skilton medal bring. If he deals well with it all, I don't see why he wouldn't be a good pick for captain.

[stellation]

I think that, given the choices, I would actually go with Barry Hall.

I'd like it to be Andrew Schauble, but that ain't gonna happen and he wasn't an option in the poll.

[Bart]

Originally posted by chammond
The player that I've seen most often getting in and revving up his teammates is Matthew Nicks, but I've never seen his name put forward as future captain.

Was a favourite to follow Kelly at one stage. He captained the team at least once. Certainly I remember him as captain in that famous game against the Bombers in Rd 14 2000 when with half the team out injured we nearly beat them.

[Ruda Wakening]

Originally posted by stellation


I'd like it to be Andrew Schauble, but that ain't gonna happen and he wasn't an option in the poll.

Ditto.

[ROK Lobster]

Where's Noone. If Schneider can't do it, he will.

[Jimmy C]

Originally posted by chammond
IMHO, the vital ingredient for an aspiring captain is the respect of your peers. Do you have any evidence that Bolton doesn't have that?

There are many vital ingredients that go toward making a good leader. Respect is only one of them. I would also cite discipline, courage, commitment and communication abilities among many other vitals. No doubt he does have the respect of his team mates/coaching staff. I'm not convinced that it translates to Captaincy though.

My point is not about respect (what sort of team would we be supporting if they didn't respect one another), its about inspiration. The type of player that gets talked about well after the final siren.

I still think he'll be an excellent trade option.

[Destructive]

I think Maxfield will keep going.