Round 6 pre-match thread - vs Hawthorn, Monday 25 April, University of Tasmania Oval

[Bangalore Swans]

Stephens has been very ordinary in VFL. As was Wicks today. Neither of them to come anywhere near the AFL team unless injuries or they have a break out VFL game. Very worried about Stephens - 2 ordinary games against non AFL affiliated sides, aimlessly kicks it and gives out too many hospital passes. I'd play Roberts, Sheldrick, Squizzy or Clarke before him.

That’s unfortunate to hear on Stephens. I thought it was harsh to omit him when they did. I thought in the early part of the year that he was developing confidence, toughness and playing well. He had one bad game and out he went.

I really want him to do well.

[Bloods05]

Has Papley ever played a game in the twos? I feel like he mightn't of

Have.

[caj23]

Out: Bell
In: Someone who can kick, take an overhead mark, lay a tackle, and not fall over at every contest they attend

[joeykanga]

That's all you ever post ...totally one sided posts wanting Bell out ...you have no idea ..he does tackle and well and as for the criticisms of him ...I'd rather his endeavour than Wicks brain snaps .he couldn't find anyone for one of his kicks so he cleverly chipped in to space ..you are the most negative poster on here and it's usually just to say you want Bell out with no nuances or understanding of what he does during a game.. I'd love to see you express your opinion of Bell in the team huddle ..

[SwanSand]

That's all you ever post ...totally one sided posts wanting Bell out ...you have no idea ..he does tackle and well and as for the criticisms of him ...I'd rather his endeavour than Wicks brain snaps .he couldn't find anyone for one of his kicks so he cleverly chipped in to space ..you are the most negative poster on here and it's usually just to say you want Bell out with no nuances or understanding of what he does during a game.. I'd love to see you express your opinion of Bell in the team huddle ..

If Papley is not fit, Bell stays in as a defensive forward to get on top of CJ. Their midfield is not going as well as the first 2 rounds. If we get the run in the middle, we would be able to smash them just like Eagles.

[goods78]

Does anyone know what has happened to Angus Sheldrick? Has not played reserves for the last few weeks and is not mentioned on the injury reports.


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[AB Swannie]

I believe Gus is battling a knee injury. Not sure where I read/heard it sorry and I could be wrong.

In regards to the team selection, I must admit that I never thought that Bell and Ronke would be anywhere near our best 22. Kudos to both. I do think that Ronke jumped Bell in the pecking order. I think Gus may have been given more opportunities if he wasn’t injured. The good news is that there is definitely healthy competition for the second small forward position once Paps is back.

[Ludwig]

I believe Gus is battling a knee injury. Not sure where I read/heard it sorry and I could be wrong.

In regards to the team selection, I must admit that I never thought that Bell and Ronke would be anywhere near our best 22. Kudos to both. I do think that Ronke jumped Bell in the pecking order. I think Gus may have been given more opportunities if he wasn’t injured. The good news is that there is definitely healthy competition for the second small forward position once Paps is back.

Is it asking too much to a put the names of all the injured players on the AFL injury list, instead of having to guess? We know that both Fox and COR have been out several weeks with injuries and they are not even on the list, and they are 2 players who have had regular stints in the seniors,. It's not like nobody's ever heard of them. Sinclair and McAndrew were both missing from the VFL side, and they weren't on the injury list either. I know the injury list on the website can be updated with changes that happen during the week, because other clubs have done it.

[Bloods05]

Is it asking too much to a put the names of all the injured players on the AFL injury list, instead of having to guess? We know that both Fox and COR have been out several weeks with injuries and they are not even on the list, and they are 2 players who have had regular stints in the seniors,. It's not like nobody's ever heard of them. Sinclair and McAndrew were both missing from the VFL side, and they weren't on the injury list either. I know the injury list on the website can be updated with changes that happen during the week, because other clubs have done it.

It's immensely frustrating, and it's been that way for years.

[rb4x]

Injury List
Franklin
Hickey
Papley
Fox
O'Riordan
McAndrew
Sinclair
Sheldrick
Amartey
Roberts
Wicks

and chuck in

Naismith

for good measure

That is eleven who may not be available for the Hawks

Some will obviously be "test" while some will not play or appear on any injury list. That is the way it is and why it is hard to do more than just guess the composition of the team from week to week.

On the bright side we see all three of the Hawks rucks are injured and Ladhams may not have even a C grade ruck like Williams as his opponent but just a stop gap tall. If Lynch does get up he will not have played for over a month after concussion, going through H&S protocol and lastly an anaphylactic shock from a bee sting. Almost feel sorry for the Hawks but they did beat the Cats with no ruck so, no I am not feeling sorry for them at all.

[stevoswan]

That’s unfortunate to hear on Stephens. I thought it was harsh to omit him when they did. I thought in the early part of the year that he was developing confidence, toughness and playing well. He had one bad game and out he went.

I really want him to do well.

I was also disappointed when Stephens was dropped. I was hoping after that one bad game they would just say to him 'you're still in, just do your thing' to encourage that confidence to grow, rather than risk him questioning himself and going back into his shell. It's obvious he has confidence issues.....but I guess the MC also want him to develop resilience in the face of adversity. It's entirely up to him to find that.....and he's going to have to. I hope he does.

[liz]

I don’t think Stephens was dropped because he had a poor game. Most of the team was poor against the Dogs. Rather, he made way for the returning McInerney. Does anyone think he should be in the side over McInerney?

[707]

I don’t think Stephens was dropped because he had a poor game. Most of the team was poor against the Dogs. Rather, he made way for the returning McInerney. Does anyone think he should be in the side over McInerney?

It's the way it is with strong teams. After watching the replay last night, I was mulling over in my mind who in Friday night's team is not finals quality, not too many but someone gets demoted when, for instance, Papley and Bud return.

Unavailable players list getting longer :-(

[dejavoodoo44]

Injury List
Franklin
Hickey
Papley
Fox
O'Riordan
McAndrew
Sinclair
Sheldrick
Amartey
Roberts
Wicks

and chuck in

Naismith

for good measure

That is eleven who may not be available for the Hawks

Some will obviously be "test" while some will not play or appear on any injury list. That is the way it is and why it is hard to do more than just guess the composition of the team from week to week.

On the bright side we see all three of the Hawks rucks are injured and Ladhams may not have even a C grade ruck like Williams as his opponent but just a stop gap tall. If Lynch does get up he will not have played for over a month after concussion, going through H&S protocol and lastly an anaphylactic shock from a bee sting. Almost feel sorry for the Hawks but they did beat the Cats with no ruck so, no I am not feeling sorry for them at all.

According to a match review of our VFL game, in the VFL section of the AFL site, Sinclair was just being managed. Which I guess means that he should be available for our next VFL game.

[ugg]

A bit strange to rest for a VFL game when there is no VFL game coming up this weekend