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  • Ludwig
    Veterans List
    • Apr 2007
    • 9359

    #31
    Originally posted by liz
    There's a lot of doom and gloom on here, with scant evidence to support it. Who knows what the problem is, but suggestions that missing one game means his career is over are well over the top based on what has been made public.

    He had a blackout / dizzy spell issue in his first pre-season with us, which was reported as a repeat of an incident he'd suffered a few years earlier. Maybe it's a recurrence of something like that. Or maybe it's unrelated. But until more is known, I think it's safest just to wish him the best for a speedy recovery, and to look forward to the next time he dons the red and white and runs out with the rest of the team.

    The way Longmire framed the discussion would strongly imply that Buddy is suffering from depression. If it were blackouts, it probably would have been more specific to that point.

    Buddy has looked lethargic recently and some have commented that he looked overweight. This has been attributed to his back injury, but it might have been more than that. He's been lethargic in a few other games this year as well.

    I know it is just speculation as to the specifics of his illness and perhaps more will be revealed as the days roll on, but there's every reason to be concerned, both for Buddy personally and for the Swans as a club. He has apparently had ongoing treatment for his illness and obviously he is still not well. There is no clear path to recovery for depression which is why there is every reason for grave concern.

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    • caj23
      Senior Player
      • Aug 2003
      • 2462

      #32
      Originally posted by TudorBoozer
      Not that I?m implementing Franklin, but what is the penalty for a 3rd drug strike out of curiosity? Has anybody gone the 3 strikes before?
      If you're insinuating that this is some kind of cover up then pull your head in

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      • Mug Punter
        On the Rookie List
        • Nov 2009
        • 3325

        #33
        Originally posted by caj23
        If you're insinuating that this is some kind of cover up then pull your head in
        Yep you're right, the AFL would never be part of a cover up would it......

        Rightly or wrongly, Tudorboozer was merely saying what many are thinking

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        • TudorBoozer
          Registered User
          • Sep 2015
          • 4

          #34
          Originally posted by Mug Punter
          Yep you're right, the AFL would never be part of a cover up would it......

          Rightly or wrongly, Tudorboozer was merely saying what many are thinking
          I was just asking what the penalty is, and if it's happened before. Wasn't insinuating anything. Probably be quicker googling it.

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          • RogueSwan
            McVeigh for Brownlow
            • Apr 2003
            • 4602

            #35
            Originally posted by TudorBoozer
            ...Probably be quicker googling it.
            Or starting a specific thread.

            Welcome to RWO BTW.
            "Fortunately, this is the internet, so knowing nothing is no obstacle to having an opinion!." Beerman 18-07-2017

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            • Chilcott
              Regular in the Side
              • Jan 2008
              • 595

              #36
              Get well soon Buddy with what ever affliction you are dealing with.

              If we can get over Freo, with all that's happened in the past few weeks, it will be a great effort.

              I don't like our chances, but I have been surprised before and I will be surprised again.

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              • Untamed Snark
                Senior Player
                • Feb 2011
                • 1375

                #37
                Originally posted by TudorBoozer
                Not that I?m implementing Franklin, but what is the penalty for a 3rd drug strike out of curiosity? Has anybody gone the 3 strikes before?
                Travis Tuck I think
                Chillin' with the strange Quarks

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                • gazza
                  Warming the Bench
                  • Mar 2005
                  • 329

                  #38
                  from one who has been there done that. my most sincere best wishes for a speedy recovery buddy.
                  I know the great club will get all the best advice
                  forgotten 1996
                  2005 a much sweeter memory,2012 even better

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                  • RogueSwan
                    McVeigh for Brownlow
                    • Apr 2003
                    • 4602

                    #39
                    Originally posted by Molly dooker
                    Out of respect I have tried to change the heading ...
                    Sorted Molly
                    "Fortunately, this is the internet, so knowing nothing is no obstacle to having an opinion!." Beerman 18-07-2017

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                    • Ludwig
                      Veterans List
                      • Apr 2007
                      • 9359

                      #40
                      Just a reminder of one of the provisions of the Buddy deal. I know we accepted this, but it is just another example of singling out the Swans for specific punitive treatment:

                      - An explicit acknowledgement that the long-term specific financial commitment over the nine-year agreement will apply to the Sydney Swans FC?s Total Player Payments (TPP) for each of the nine years, regardless of how many years Franklin is available to play for the club.

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                      • swanspant12
                        On the Rookie List
                        • Oct 2009
                        • 593

                        #41
                        Shattered. Thoughts with Big Bud because mental illness is a very serious issue and I'm proud the club has put him before a game of football which is not important in the scheme of things.

                        No Buddy, Jack and Parker. Going to be very tough against this freo outfit.
                        LRT. Lord Roberts-Thompson. He may look like the Munster, but looks can be deceiving.


                        2012 Bloods Premiers.

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                        • jono2707
                          Goes up to 11
                          • Oct 2007
                          • 3326

                          #42
                          I think it's been a really admirable approach by the club and by Buddy in how this has been announced. Very upfront about what the issue is and no hiding behind any made up illness or injury.

                          I think it shows what a quality club we are and hopefully down the track a bit Buddy gets some kudos for being another high profile footballer who's been honest and open about his mental health issues.

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                          • ugg
                            Can you feel it?
                            Site Admin
                            • Jan 2003
                            • 15969

                            #43
                            Reported he suffered another seizure on the Friday before the Suns game.

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                            • caj23
                              Senior Player
                              • Aug 2003
                              • 2462

                              #44
                              Originally posted by Mug Punter
                              Yep you're right, the AFL would never be part of a cover up would it......

                              Rightly or wrongly, Tudorboozer was merely saying what many are thinking
                              He's just missed a few games with a back injury if they were going to cover it up this would be the perfect excuse.

                              Not only does the theory not make sense it's insulting to Buddy and the club

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                              • AnnieH
                                RWOs Black Sheep
                                • Aug 2006
                                • 11332

                                #45
                                What an emotional rollercoaster season 2015 has been.
                                Wild speculation, unsubstantiated rumours, silly jokes and opposition delight in another's failures is what makes an internet forum fun.
                                Blessed are the cracked for they are the ones who let in the light.

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