Michael Talia arrested and charged with possession of a prohibited substance

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What happened to Swans' NO D*CKHEADS POLICY. Talia wouldn't be on the side if that policy is still followed.

[Ludwig]

At least the controversy has caused the emergence of some good news on Talia

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I find it all very positive that he is back in the fold and should be ready to go from day one of training. I expect he will challenge for a spot in our backline next year. It gives us some good cover in the KPP department with AJ on the mend and Abe Davis progressing in the reserves.

[Meg]

At least the controversy has caused the emergence of some good news on Talia

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I find it all very positive that he is back in the fold and should be ready to go from day one of training. I expect he will challenge for a spot in our backline next year. It gives us some good cover in the KPP department with AJ on the mend and Abe Davis progressing in the reserves.

Thanks for posting that link Ludwig. At last some news re Talia and even better that it is good news. Remains a mystery how is foot injury turned into an 'indefinite' knee injury (which is what was being said on the injury list at the end of the season) but whatever - if he is expected to be fit start of preseason season training that is very positive.

[Ludwig]

Thanks for posting that link Ludwig. At last some news re Talia and even better that it is good news. Remains a mystery how is foot injury turned into an 'indefinite' knee injury (which is what was being said on the injury list at the end of the season) but whatever - if he is expected to be fit start of preseason season training that is very positive.

I believe this was due the fact his Lisfranc injury prevented him from putting his foot in his mouth. So under advice of our crack medical team he was advised to substitute his knee.

[Meg]

Michael Talia arrested and charged with possession of a prohibited substance

Talia's Instagram account (which is once more public after going into a discreet private mode after his hiccup) shows he's been touring around some beautiful parts of Europe. So both his foot and his knee seem to be functioning healthily. (And presumably his selfie-clicking finger.)

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We still don't know if Talia is AFL standard but I'm hoping that his ugly brush with the law has smartened him up and that maybe for the first time in his AFL career that he is going to give it 100%.

It may be that we got a bargain at the trade table last year when the Bullies just wanted him out to anywhere. Fingers crossed Talia comes good for us.

[barry]

I think Talia will slot into the top 22. When you consider him and AJ slotting into that backline, the backline is one of our strongest aspects.
Midfield is always strong, but I'm concerned about the forward line now. We are heavily relying on Reid who hasnt played for a year.

We really need a mitch morton type.

[bloodspirit]

I think Talia will slot into the top 22. When you consider him and AJ slotting into that backline, the backline is one of our strongest aspects.
Midfield is always strong, but I'm concerned about the forward line now. We are heavily relying on Reid who hasnt played for a year.

We really need a mitch morton type.

Baz, which of Reg and AA are you going to squeeze out for Talia and AJ? Or will you squeeze them all in?

What do you mean by a mitch Morton type? A small forward? Like Papley?

[Ludwig]

Baz, which of Reg and AA are you going to squeeze out for Talia and AJ? Or will you squeeze them all in?

What do you mean by a mitch Morton type? A small forward? Like Papley?

I see us using Talia or AJ as the 3rd tall defender. Along with AA, they are all quite athletic. This would free up Rampe to play loose man in defense and provide another rebound option. With Jones, Mills, Lloyd and Newman in the medium defender mix we should have a much quicker rebound out of defense next year. All 4 have good kicking skills as well.

Just guessing about Barry's reference to a Mitch Morton type. Perhaps he means someone who's not quick but has classy kicking skills and is clever around goals. Someone like Jarrad McVeigh comes to mind.

[KTigers]

We could have done with a reprise of Mitch's two 2012 GF goals a couple of weeks ago.....

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We could have done with a reprise of Mitch's two 2012 GF goals a couple of weeks ago.....

We could've used a 1933 Bob Pratt in the goal square too. Can't much about it all now

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Just guessing about Barry's reference to a Mitch Morton type. Perhaps he means someone who's not quick but has classy kicking skills and is clever around goals. Someone like Jarrad McVeigh comes to mind.

I'm guessing Macca wasn't on Barry's mind as he typed

[Bloody Hell]

McVeigh is the best small forward we've had for a long time...he just never plays there. He kicked 6 goals in a game - 6! With McGlynn's retirement, I can only hope he ends up there. It's a part of the ground that could do with some leadership.

[barry]

Baz, which of Reg and AA are you going to squeeze out for Talia and AJ? Or will you squeeze them all in?

What do you mean by a mitch Morton type? A small forward? Like Papley?

Good questions. Regarding backline i don't know but there will be a lot of pressure for places.

Mitch morton was a bit of class in the medium forward style. Different to papley.

Mcveigh forward?. Lol.

[Primmy]

As for Talia. I keep thinking of that famous line from Kirky to Davis in "that" game.

You Owe Us.

Somehow ............. I think he will turn into a keeper.

[stellation]

As for Talia. I keep thinking of that famous line from Kirky to Davis in "that" game.

You Owe Us.

Somehow ............. I think he will turn into a keeper.

I always imagined Davo as more annoyed than inspired by Kirk's words.