Changes for Rnd.13 V Melbourne.

[longmile]

Starting to scream Danger game to me

[liz]

Also, with Tippett now out for 8 weeks after surgery we have the right to put him on the LTIL. Would O'Riordon or Newman be options under that scenario?

O'Riordan - no, not yet (though he does seem to relish playing in the wet). Next season, look out. He might come with a bang.

Newman certainly looks close to ready to being tested at the next level. Foote looks like he might be able to make the step up. Both of them are hampered by their rookie status. I can't see them putting Tippett on the LTIL. It will be too important to get him back playing as soon as he's ready. Once you put someone on the LTIL, they can't play at any level for at least 8 weeks. Why risk him being ready slightly sooner than expected but then not being able to play.

I do think there is still one spot available though. I lose track, but I think Robinson was placed on the LTIL, which means there are currently three on that list. Marsh and Papley have taken two of those spots.

Davis and Jack are two others that I would have expected to come up for consideration ahead of Leonardis. Davis, in particular, might be able to play a Laidler type role. Jack has a better developed game than Leonardis in almost every aspect (fitness, defensive pressure, probably speed - though there'd not be much in it) except his kicking (and especially his composure when about to kick).

[Ludwig]

O'Riordan - no, not yet (though he does seem to relish playing in the wet). Next season, look out. He might come with a bang.

Newman certainly looks close to ready to being tested at the next level. Foote looks like he might be able to make the step up. Both of them are hampered by their rookie status. I can't see them putting Tippett on the LTIL. It will be too important to get him back playing as soon as he's ready. Once you put someone on the LTIL, they can't play at any level for at least 8 weeks. Why risk him being ready slightly sooner than expected but then not being able to play.

I do think there is still one spot available though. I lose track, but I think Robinson was placed on the LTIL, which means there are currently three on that list. Marsh and Papley have taken two of those spots.

Davis and Jack are two others that I would have expected to come up for consideration ahead of Leonardis. Davis, in particular, might be able to play a Laidler type role. Jack has a better developed game than Leonardis in almost every aspect (fitness, defensive pressure, probably speed - though there'd not be much in it) except his kicking (and especially his composure when about to kick).

I think you are correct on all points.

As for Tippett's injury, this short article will give some idea why surgery was the chosen option in the end. The average recovery was 7 weeks with surgery, the best of all the outcomes. Distal Semitendinosus Ruptures in Elite-Level Athletes

[CureTheSane]

Cunningham in, Laidler out...

Laidler to miss Melbourne clash - sydneyswans.com.au

[ugg]

Final R13 teams named
Syd Swans v Melbourne
Interchange; Hewett, Lloyd, Nankervis, Towers.
Emergencies; Cunningham, Leonardis, Naismith.

Melbourne v Sydney Swans
Interchange; Trengove, Oliver, Hunt, Kennedy.
Emergencies; Michie, Grimes, Harmes.
Unchanged

[longmile]

Brandon Jack has barely rated a mention all year, even as an emergency even though hes been in good form in the NEAFL.
I know his disposal has been a bit iffy but he has looked really good.

[troyjones2525]

No surprise with the Swans going the predicted options in Nankervis and Towers when i guess most supporters wanted to see Naismith and Leonardis given a run...Although it will be great to see Aliir given another chance! Even though the conditions aren't going to be really suited to a big man.

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[dejavoodoo44]

Towers!? Again!? I'm beginning to think that he may be the owner of some incriminating photos.

[Untamed Snark]

Another rainy slog for Aliir?
Poor guy

[chalbilto]

Hope he and the rest of the team bring their long stops.

[Melbourne_Blood]

Have we played in any dry weather in Sydney this year ? Might need to get a roof on the SCG

[ugg]

Isn't the Eagles game the only wet one ?

[giant]

Brandon Jack has barely rated a mention all year, even as an emergency even though hes been in good form in the NEAFL.
I know his disposal has been a bit iffy but he has looked really good.

A reasonable question.

[Flying South]

Towers!? Again!? I'm beginning to think that he may be the owner of some incriminating photos.

Really pissed with Towers selection. We've seen what he's got before. And before that. And it aint good enough. Lets move on. If he's our next in line then we have serious depth issues. Similar with Nank. Too slow. Gawn is such a mobile and fit ruckman. Often running off his man into the forward line. Nank won't be able to go with him when he's called on to fill in at ruck.

[Melbourne_Blood]

Isn't the Eagles game the only wet one ?

Probably