Swans defence

[Dpw]

Originally posted by liz
I'd have thought that distance and direction are two clearly distinguishable features and with different remedies to address any problems.

Different remedies yes, but they can still create the same problem.

In regards to halseby by hand yes he is good but not hughly creative.

[Dpw]

Originally posted by swansrule100
i agree, i can kick the ball 60 metres usually but it goes out and hits a parked car on the wing instead of the goals!

So u dont have a penatrating kick then even though u can kick 60meters.

[swansrule100]

well it penetrates car windows!

[Dpw]

Originally posted by swansrule100
well it penetrates car windows!

your not a glass fitter by trade r u?

[chammond]

Originally posted by swansrule100
on the issue of jude boltons kicking and so forth, i think his biggest critics are swans supporters, other teams fans and coaches and so on and the press rate him a great midfielder. His disposal is ruined a lot by the fact he gets quick clearing pressue kicks because he is in the thick of the action.

Aha! Erudite and insightful.

However . . . your name is now mud on this board . . .

[Dpw]

Originally posted by chammond
Aha! Erudite and insightful.

However . . . your name is now mud on this board . . .

How did I know u would respond to this post

[swansrule100]

Originally posted by chammond
Aha! Erudite and insightful.

However . . . your name is now mud on this board . . .

you have word of the week toilet paper???

[swansrule100]

i think half this threads gonna be moved

[Wazza]

Originally posted by midaro
The biggest question I have regarding our defense is:
Where is Andrew Schauble?

AFL.com says "foot, unavailable".

...but how bad is it, how long will he be out for, and how long after that before he is match fit?

I was watching Schauble running around Moore park last week, he seemed to be moving ok.

Cheers

Waz

[Wazza]

Originally posted by Nico

That is why it is so important that Goodes is fit and up to doing as he did in 2003 as a roving midfielder. Then we can afford to continue to use Crouch and Kirk as tagging midfielders.

Goodes may be fit but with his knee he will still have to be managed, roving midfielder doesnt suit him, any opposition coach would play a hard running midfielder to run off him,

If its a roving role I would like to see him across HB or HF -
or even closer to goal.

Cheers

Waz

[Wazza]

Re: Re: Re: Re: Swans defence

Originally posted by liz
One of the reasons our defence is so effective is due to the defensive skill and work-rate of our midfield. Indeed, you could argue that the lack of a tall, strong body or two down back is one of the reasons Roos has used a defensive set-up in the midfield.

I don't think anyone on here would disagree that our midfield needs to find a bit of offensive flair from somewhere if we are to improve, but at least give them credit where it's due.

I agree with you but I believe in LRT and Dempsterwe may have those strong defenders which could open a place for Kennelly in the midfield/wing, I know Roos has said its probably too early for Kennelly but similar comments were made about his debut and how many games he may play.

This may be a big statement but if LRT and Dempster can hold positions in defence, Kennelly in the midfield could be the difference that takes us that step further. Kennelly is explosive and can make things happen, when he's on the run or attacking the ball he reminds me of (take a deep breath)Paul Kelly.

Cheers

Waz

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[Nico]

Originally posted by liz
I'd have thought that distance and direction are two clearly distinguishable features and with different remedies to address any problems.

As for the rest, we'll just have to agree to disagree, though I am curious as to who in the AFL you do think is great by hand if Hasleby is just "good".

Simon Black I'd concede you but I'd have thought Hasleby figures up there close to the best of the rest.

Bolton has neither distance or direction. His display aginst the Bullies showed me that he has not improved one iota. Hits a "leading" Bulldog defender on the chest when clear, balanced and clear vision upfield, them kicks out on the full to a leading teammate from a standing kick from memory.

My goodness this man has got a lot of work ahead of him to get anywhere near anything but mediocre midfield status.

[Nico]

Originally posted by Wazza
Goodes may be fit but with his knee he will still have to be managed, roving midfielder doesnt suit him, any opposition coach would play a hard running midfielder to run off him,

If its a roving role I would like to see him across HB or HF -
or even closer to goal.

Cheers

Waz

I thought the report a few weeks ago was that Goodes had no knee soreness, and Roos was giving him maximum time to ensure he came up roses.

[liz]

Originally posted by Nico
Bolton has neither distance or direction. His display aginst the Bullies showed me that he has not improved one iota. Hits a "leading" Bulldog defender on the chest when clear, balanced and clear vision upfield, them kicks out on the full to a leading teammate from a standing kick from memory.

My goodness this man has got a lot of work ahead of him to get anywhere near anything but mediocre midfield status.

His disposal against the Bulldogs was very poor. So was Craig Bolton's and Kirk had an ordinary game too.

Against the Bombers the previous week his disposal was solid.

In 2003 his disposal improved markedly over previous years. Last year it slipped back a bit.

No-one is denying he needs to get more consistency but nor is he anywhere near as dreadful as you are making out.

[Wazza]

Originally posted by Nico
I thought the report a few weeks ago was that Goodes had no knee soreness, and Roos was giving him maximum time to ensure he came up roses.

Please correct me if Im mistaken I thought I read somewhere this type of injury he shouldnt have any soreness but will never be 100% and may restrict some types of movement, turning etc? Which may restrict Goodes in a Midfield role,

Maybe someone knows more about the injury he had/has?

Cheers

Waz