Schneider?

[Cheer Cheer]

Is this kid the most promising youngster to play for the swans in the last 6-7 years ?

[robbieando]

In a word

YES

Why because unlike others he has the skills and won't go home. Great player so far, loves a goal

[Mike_B]

Absolutely. Something I hadn't thought about until Eade mentioned it at the end of the game on the radio commentary, but the fact he played seniors in his local comp from age 14 meant that physically he was ready for AFL seniors, whereas the kids who only come through the TAC Cup (to nominate for the draft, you must play there if I understood correctly), do not have the physical presence simply because they are not used to playing against grown men.

But he has the skills, the brain, the composure and that bit of arrogance to go a long long way.

[juliec]

A performance full of heart

Well done Sydney, didn't play great footy until the last quarter but at least kept trying for 4 quarters,,, you showed passion to play tonite,,, I have been Jude Boltons greatest critic, but he seems to be improving this year, getting the ball a lot more and being more accountable.

Well done Swannies,,, Can we do it again next week, lets hope so,,

[Reggi]

In a word NO.

Goodes is, probably followed by Kennelly.

Wait and see till he starts getting closer attention.

Deserves rising star nomination, love his balance and long kicking, that tank body will fill out a gem - hopefully he can develop into a fat arsed centreman/ ball getting machine - but lets not put much pressure on.

I've decide to name him "Chief" after Roy Schneider's character in JAWS - did Roy Schneider play 'Popeye' Doyle in The French Connection?

[Dave]

Originally posted by Mike_B
Something I hadn't thought about until Eade mentioned it at the end of the game on the radio commentary, but the fact he played seniors in his local comp from age 14 meant that physically he was ready for AFL seniors, whereas the kids who only come through the TAC Cup (to nominate for the draft, you must play there if I understood correctly), do not have the physical presence simply because they are not used to playing against grown men.

I listened to that too and was also interested to hear talk about the trend now to recruit natural footballers rather than star athletes (who are then moulded into footballers), as has been the recent practice.

This can only be a good thing IMO.

[treespirit]

Originally posted by Reggi
In a word NO.

Goodes is, probably followed by Kennelly.

Wait and see till he starts getting closer attention.

Deserves rising star nomination, love his balance and long kicking, that tank body will fill out a gem - hopefully he can develop into a fat arsed centreman/ ball getting machine - but lets not put much pressure on.

I've decide to name him "Chief" after Roy Schneider's character in JAWS - did Roy Schneider play 'Popeye' Doyle in The French Connection?

Sorry, but that was Roy Scheider. No 'n'.

[NMWBloods]

Originally posted by Reggi
In a word NO.

Goodes is, probably followed by Kennelly.

Wait and see till he starts getting closer attention.

That will be interesting to see, but at this stage I rate him over Kennelly.

[Cheer Cheer]

Yes he is in front of kennelly in his first year and I reckon goodes just eclipses schnieder

[EMJ]

Schneider was ready to go well before the siren. He had run and was pumped up - eager to get going. What Eade said re him playing Seniors at 14 is true - know for fact from relatives. That is why he is not fazed by Seniors here.

What a game, he is really cluey and certainly hope he gets Rising Star nomination really soon.

[Louellyn]

Woo Hoo - I'm EXCITED!!!!!

As I posted below, Scheider I believe is the new Cressa, tough, in and under ball disposer who makes others look great. Comparing Kenelly to Schneider is like comparing bulldogs to greyhounds. They both have different styles of play, and are on field for different reasons.

Lets hope this obsession with calling him "little" Schneider passes. It is becoming derogatory, and as stated, he's not little. Would you want to pick a fight with him? I don't think so.

Kenelly is truly exciting, and will be invaluable, but Schneider has a different role, and I believe he will acquit himself well in all games.

Number 36 has all the tricks!!

[hunterswan]

Spotted him buying a huge bag of lollies before the game maybe that the the secret.

[Roscoe]

I spoke to an old St george guy who is now part of the swans

He said that Schneider is the sort of player who will get the ball, run past his opponent, show him the ball, bang thru a goal then go back and give his opponent a gobfull of cheek.

He backs himself, he is a genuine crummer (how long since we've had one of these) and is talented.


Powell and LRT MUSt, MUST, be promoted soon

[desredandwhite]

Originally posted by Roscoe
He backs himself

And THIS is his best attribute IMHO. I have not ever seen him (in his 5 games so far) do the stuttering indecisive waltz of the swan at half-forward that so many of his teammates are so fond of. Picks an option and follows through with it, and NOT AFRAID to have a ping at the big sticks.

That is also the reason I don't mind seeing Nick Davis get the ball within 60m of goal - you KNOW he's going to have a go at them.

[redunderthebed]

what about his stupid bounce before his abismal goal kick? he lost his composure at that point.......but hey so what?this kid has a future.