Round 1 - Melbourne

[aardvark]

I tend to think that Melbourne should be looking at us and wondering whether Jamar + back-up (haven't done my research) can match it for a whole game against two quality ruckman.
Surely when the back-up is on the field we should dominate the ruck and stoppages?

Exactly right. Play to our own strength. First use of the ball is a priority.

[aardvark]

Swannies now into $2.15 on Sportsbet.

In to $2.05 now. Rush of money for Swannies. By tomorrow we will be favourites.

[Go Swannies]

I keep reading that this game is the tightest match between two equal teams. I think that's lazy - the journos just want Melbourne to show the potential they have. It's 5th playing 12th. Of course, we have the last time they met but that was exceptional and I bet it won't happen again. I've changed my mind and think it will be a blowout for the Swans - we'll prove to be just too big, strong and experienced.

[Auntie.Gerald]

I tend to think that Melbourne should be looking at us and wondering whether Jamar + back-up (haven't done my research) can match it for a whole game against two quality ruckman.
Surely when the back-up is on the field we should dominate the ruck and stoppages?

The Pies are only going with one ruckman also so far.............the first few weeks will be interesting to watch re the 2 ruckman vs one..................equally the advantage that teams with only ruckman may find in extra run or not ?

[Primmy]

Just in case you miss the ressie reports, it looks like TDL rolled his ankle during the week, so no great drama about him not being selected.

Happy New Season everyone!

[Hartijon]

Just in case you miss the ressie reports, it looks like TDL rolled his ankle during the week, so no great drama about him not being selected.

Happy New Season everyone!

Thanks for clearing that up.that makes more sense.

[mcs]

Just getting ready to go to the airport for the flight to Melbourne. C'mon Swans lets start the season in the right fashion and smash those Dees!!!

[stellation]

I'm a little giddy with excitement. Goody Stella is making up a big batch of pancakes so Stella Junior and I can eat like Goodesy on game day.

[Nico]

The Pies are only going with one ruckman also so far.............the first few weeks will be interesting to watch re the 2 ruckman vs one..................equally the advantage that teams with only ruckman may find in extra run or not ?

Brisbane played Clark at full forward for most of the match.

[Jewels]

The Pies are only going with one ruckman also so far.............the first few weeks will be interesting to watch re the 2 ruckman vs one..................equally the advantage that teams with only ruckman may find in extra run or not ?

Didn't they do that last year before the sub rule? From memory it was Jolly with Leigh Brown as back up so after the success they had you wouldn't expect them to change.

[31 hard at it]

Leaving now to pick up my Dad and take him to see the team he has supported since an uncle took him to his first game in 1934 - the Mighty Swans !
We have had a few good days at the G (2005 stands out) but a lot of disappointments - Thats the only way to describe last year against the Demons.

Hoping for a better day in a little sunshine today. New Season - Its all on from today

[Auntie.Gerald]

Didn't they do that last year before the sub rule? From memory it was Jolly with Leigh Brown as back up so after the success they had you wouldn't expect them to change.

my gut feeling is that Mummy after 6 rounds or so could do an all game like Jolly............only problem is Jolly is a very good mark and a solid kick for a ruckman

[ugg]

Petterd the sub for the Dees
Seaby for us!

Definitely going against the trend.

[stellation]

Petterd the sub for the Dees
Seaby for us!

Definitely going against the trend.

[Cheer Squad]

O-M-F-G!!!!

Not one single one of us got it right!!!!