Changes Round 13 V PORT

[Ludwig]

I would go for Membey for any other opposition accept Port. Port are the hardest running team in AFL history and we need an extra small with speed to match them.

Bring Membrey in for Richmond and GWS.

I agree. I really want to reward Membrey too, but better against weaker opposition.

Port will be forced to go with a smaller quicker forward line as they will be bringing back White and Monfries. I don't think there's a good matchup for Laidler as he would have to take either Monfries or Gray. Although I generally would be against playing both Derickx and Pyke together, this may be the week to do it. I also expect that Westhoff will drop back a lot to help out against our tall fowards, leaving Schultz as their lone tall forward, so even Reg might be searching for a matchup.

Out: Tippett, Laidler
In: Pyke, Rohan (Sub)

[Auntie.Gerald]

I would also say that Laidler will be doing well to keep Rohan out of the backline rotation over the next few weeks............ but gut feeling is they will keep Laidler against Port then make the change........I just feel it is too great a risk against the no 1 team in the comp to drop Laidler and tilt the balance of the backline

BUT

The upside of trying out Rohan in the backline rotation against the Tigers just makes so much sense to me..........a team that will not be able to apply the same pressure as Port no1 and secondly what might be if Rohan gels with the backline and then takes our counter attack to a whole new level !!!!

Rohan has been doing his apprenticeship and would be a seriously tough match up !

Imagine Rohan in full flight off the HBF - wow it would be Kennelly all over again..........limited downside to give Rohan a go against the Tiges.......and to potentially earn us a match winner for the remainder of the season and finals

[Conor_Dillon]

Please not Jack. I'm sorry but he offers nothing right now.

He had 27 touches and 5 tackles in the 2s on the weekend and sat out the entire last quarter with senior emergency duties.
Combine that with 28 touches and 3 goals last week and I'd say it's a reasonable indication that his work rate has been significantly lifted and his confidence is on the up.
The coaches seem to really like him in the team so I'd say he's a decent chance to sneak in this week, albeit in the dreaded green vest.

[annew]

Forecast rain so maybe a smaller player for Tippett

[Conor_Dillon]

Might be more appropriate in the NEAFL thread but how exciting was that last play in the reserves highlights clip?
For those that haven't seen it Membrey pinpoints a 55m dart onto Hewett's chest from the defensive side of the wing to the attacking 50 and Hewett sidesteps then backsteps a Suns player (dare I say it, almost like that bloke in number 15) then slots it from 45 on the run. I've heard ressies watchers say George is a classy player and this confirms it.

[Auntie.Gerald]

George is very smooth

Malceski like with his kicks and ability to hold the ball up for players to move into space

I have found him a bit slow though.........probably Parkers speed at best

[Ludwig]

Might be more appropriate in the NEAFL thread but how exciting was that last play in the reserves highlights clip?
For those that haven't seen it Membrey pinpoints a 55m dart onto Hewett's chest from the defensive side of the wing to the attacking 50 and Hewett sidesteps then backsteps a Suns player (dare I say it, almost like that bloke in number 15) then slots it from 45 on the run. I've heard ressies watchers say George is a classy player and this confirms it.

I have a feeling we may be hearing a lot of Membrey to Hewett in the future. Hewett will be another midfield steal at pick 32 to add to Hanners and Parker. Membrey is also looking a great pick at 44 in the 2012 draft to add to Lloyd and Rampe (both in the rookie draft).

[rb4x]

Hewett Swans Captain and wearing both Charlie and Norm in about 2019. You have heard it first here.

[liz]

Hewett Swans Captain and wearing both Charlie and Norm in about 2019. You have heard it first here.

In 2019, Luke Parker will still be just 26-27 and in the prime of his career. Given he has exposed form and already shows plenty of leadership out on the ground, I'd be putting my money on him rather than someone yet to even debut.

Tom Mitchell will be a year younger.

Even Hanners will still be this side of 30 and is another leader in the way he plays. Not sure about the off-field side of things with him.

[Nico]

Please not Jack. I'm sorry but he offers nothing right now.

Too soft for Port.

[goods78]

Forecast rain.......

That's probably a bigger worry than selection! Our wet weather footy this year has been terrible.

[aguy]

That's probably a bigger worry than selection! Our wet weather footy this year has been terrible.

I agree. I think that may go against pyke taking tippets place. Another small or medium may be better. So who it be. Bj may actually do okay in that situation or maybe membrey would work too. Hmm interesting. I'm leaning towards BJ pace and crumbling ability.

[ernie koala]

If it's wet, I'd love to see them go with Membrey or another small, either BJ or Robinson, for the vest.

But if Horse remains his consistent self...Rain or shine, it will be Pyke coming in.

[Chilcott]

I was very dissapointed with BJ's last senior game. He came on as the sub and within 5 minutes he was jogging to contests instead of putting in the hard yards.

I would bring in Membrey for Tippett.

[desredandwhite]

I would expect the final ins to be something like Membrey, BJ and Pyke. Pyke to come in if it doesn't look too damp on Saturday. Membrey otherwise as reward for a string of strong performances at NEAFL level.

Of course our selection committee have always been somewhat conservative so who knows....