ripstanley Posted October 1, 2014 Share Posted October 1, 2014 Gold Coast have sacked Guy McKenna as coach following a full review of their football department. http://wwos.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=8913716 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron19 Posted October 1, 2014 Share Posted October 1, 2014 Fremantle rookies Sam Menegola and Michael Wood have been delisted following the club’s first post-season list management review.They join retirees Kepler Bradley and Scott Gumbleton as players who will not be at the club beyond the 2014 season.General manager of football operations Chris Bond said list changes were a difficult but necessary part of the industry.“It’s never easy making these decisions, but unfortunately they have to be made,” he said.“On behalf of the Fremantle Football Club, I thank both Sam and Michael for their contributions during their time here.“They are both fine young men and we wish them all the best for the future.”Menegola began his career as a rookie at Hawthorn’s in 2011 before Fremantle picked him up in the 2012 Rookie Draft.The 22-year-old midfielder spent three seasons at the club but did not manage an AFL debut.Wood, 20, was taken with pick 16 in the 2014 Rookie Draft. He did not play an AFL game in his only season at the club.Jacob Ballard has agreed to a one-year extension to his contract, which will see him remain on the club’s rookie list for the 2015 season.Ballard, 20, was selected with pick 47 in the Rookie Draft last year.The club will continue to review its list during the AFL trade and free agency period in October. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrantSmith Posted October 1, 2014 Share Posted October 1, 2014 Here's Sydney's changes... http://www.sydneyswans.com.au/news/2014-10-01/swans-make-three-list-changes Shame that Tommy couldn't get back from his injury, was a promising replacement for Tadgh 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrantSmith Posted October 1, 2014 Share Posted October 1, 2014 http://www.afl.com.au/news/2014-10-01/bombers-hird-split This is an interesting development... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BookMan Posted October 1, 2014 Share Posted October 1, 2014 http://www.afl.com.au/news/2014-10-01/bombers-hird-split This is an interesting development... One thing is certain, James Hird is sure he is NEVER wrong Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BookMan Posted October 1, 2014 Share Posted October 1, 2014 Here's Sydney's changes... http://www.sydneyswans.com.au/news/2014-10-01/swans-make-three-list-changes Shame that Tommy couldn't get back from his injury, was a promising replacement for Tadgh There was high hopes for Tommy...just didn't happen for him Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BookMan Posted October 1, 2014 Share Posted October 1, 2014 At least 10 Eagles were using drugs, Cox reveals RETIRED West Coast champion Dean Cox suspects at least 10 Eagles players experimented with drugs during the club's infamous fall from grace last decade. Although much of the focus of West Coast's off-field shenanigans during 2006-07 focused on Ben Cousins' drug addiction, Cox said the issue stemmed far deeper than just one player. Cox revealed the off-field dramas reached such a climax that it forced then-coach John Worsfold to call each player into his office to ask them directly whether they were either using or had previously experimented with drugs. "I don't know the exact number of players who answered in the affirmative ... but I suspect it was in double figures," Cox wrote in his autobiography Iron Eagle, which was released this week. http://www.afl.com.au/news/2014-10-01/drugs-derailed-us-cox- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xangsamhua Posted October 1, 2014 Share Posted October 1, 2014 I don't know a lot about Patfull...Is he in the Malceski mould? I don't know if he's in the Malceski mould, but he's a very solid player who has had a low profile. Brisbane Club Champion 2012 and 2013. He's still under 30 and has played 182 games since debut in 2006. His discipline, work ethic and reliability would make him an asset to any club. However, his manager has poured cold water on the prospect of him leaving Brisbane in 2015. Greg Swann seems a bit open to offers though. http://www.theage.com.au/afl/afl-news/brisbane-lions-defender-joel-patfull-far-from-landing-at-sydney-swans-20140930-10nyb2.html 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron19 Posted October 1, 2014 Share Posted October 1, 2014 (edited) Essendon coach James Hird could reportedly be sacked at an urgent meeting today organised by the club's board. Hird is said to be proceeding with an appeal against last month's devastating Federal Court ruling, while the Bombers have decided against pursuing any further legal action. His move against the club’s wishes has reportedly led to today’s hastily-arranged conference to determine his fate. Hird was barred from attending the club's best and fairest function last night. Chairman Paul Little addressed the function, calling on supporters to “accept the Federal Court’s decision and move on.” Senior Essendon players – including captain Jobe Watson - met with their embattled leader yesterday and urged him to drop the appeal to no avail, Read more at http://www.9news.com.au/national/2014/10/01/18/21/james-hird-facing-the-sack-report#b7uBpdtZMGiwBpUy.99 Edited October 1, 2014 by Ron19 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Will27 Posted October 2, 2014 Share Posted October 2, 2014 (edited) Gold Coast have sacked Guy McKenna as coach following a full review of their football department. http://wwos.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=8913716 I feel a bit sorry for Blue Balls. GC had a real disappointing end to the year which probably sealed his fate. Edited October 2, 2014 by Will27 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Will27 Posted October 2, 2014 Share Posted October 2, 2014 At least 10 Eagles were using drugs, Cox reveals RETIRED West Coast champion Dean Cox suspects at least 10 Eagles players experimented with drugs during the club's infamous fall from grace last decade. Although much of the focus of West Coast's off-field shenanigans during 2006-07 focused on Ben Cousins' drug addiction, Cox said the issue stemmed far deeper than just one player. Cox revealed the off-field dramas reached such a climax that it forced then-coach John Worsfold to call each player into his office to ask them directly whether they were either using or had previously experimented with drugs. "I don't know the exact number of players who answered in the affirmative ... but I suspect it was in double figures," Cox wrote in his autobiography Iron Eagle, which was released this week. http://www.afl.com.au/news/2014-10-01/drugs-derailed-us-cox- The only thing that surprises me is the number. About 6 players spring to mid immediately but I guess another 4 or so could've been lower profile. The rumours were strong around that time. One of them was some players from other clubs were invited to "party" in the WC suite that they hired. Some of the players walked in and saw the WC boys doing lines of coke and saw drugs everywhere Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BookMan Posted October 2, 2014 Share Posted October 2, 2014 JamesHirdAAP.jpg Essendon coach James Hird could reportedly be sacked at an urgent meeting today organised by the club's board. Hird is said to be proceeding with an appeal against last month's devastating Federal Court ruling, while the Bombers have decided against pursuing any further legal action. His move against the club’s wishes has reportedly led to today’s hastily-arranged conference to determine his fate. Hird was barred from attending the club's best and fairest function last night. Chairman Paul Little addressed the function, calling on supporters to “accept the Federal Court’s decision and move on.” Senior Essendon players – including captain Jobe Watson - met with their embattled leader yesterday and urged him to drop the appeal to no avail, Read more at http://www.9news.com.au/national/2014/10/01/18/21/james-hird-facing-the-sack-report#b7uBpdtZMGiwBpUy.99 Surely he is pushing to be sacked rather than resigning...that way he will have to be paid out the next two years salary 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrantSmith Posted October 2, 2014 Share Posted October 2, 2014 Word on the soi from Somchai is that Collingwood's throwing its hat into the Dangerfield race.. http://m.afl.com.au/news/2014-10-02/bucks-dangerfield-hint Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Will27 Posted October 2, 2014 Share Posted October 2, 2014 Word on the soi from Somchai is that Collingwood's throwing its hat into the Dangerfield race.. http://m.afl.com.au/news/2014-10-02/bucks-dangerfield-hint I reckon Ed's got more chance of growing another knob than Dangerfield has of going to Collingwood. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Will27 Posted October 2, 2014 Share Posted October 2, 2014 (edited) I reckon if you asked every coach in the comp who they would prefer out of Selwood and Fyfe, not one would pick Selwood. WC desperately need midfielders and I'd still have Buddy. Buddy is a match winner........nuff said. Subjective I know and Selwood is a great player, but I'd picks guys like Roughead, Fyfe, Dangerfield and Ablett before him. Mike’s Top 50: Geelong captain Joel Selwood pips Nat Fyfe and Lance Franklin for top billing http://www.perthnow.com.au/sport/afl/mikes-top-50-geelong-captain-joel-selwood-pips-nat-fyfe-and-lance-franklin-for-top-billing/story-fnp04gxa-1227076926861 Edited October 2, 2014 by Will27 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chooka Posted October 2, 2014 Author Share Posted October 2, 2014 JamesHirdAAP.jpg Essendon coach James Hird could reportedly be sacked at an urgent meeting today organised by the club's board. Hird is said to be proceeding with an appeal against last month's devastating Federal Court ruling, while the Bombers have decided against pursuing any further legal action. His move against the clubs wishes has reportedly led to todays hastily-arranged conference to determine his fate. Hird was barred from attending the club's best and fairest function last night. Chairman Paul Little addressed the function, calling on supporters to accept the Federal Courts decision and move on. Senior Essendon players including captain Jobe Watson - met with their embattled leader yesterday and urged him to drop the appeal to no avail, Read more at http://www.9news.com.au/national/2014/10/01/18/21/james-hird-facing-the-sack-report#b7uBpdtZMGiwBpUy.99 Thompson will take over as Essendon coach when Hard is sacked today. Gold Coast will be kicking themselves because they have pinned thier hopes on Bomber. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BookMan Posted October 2, 2014 Share Posted October 2, 2014 I reckon if you asked every coach in the comp who they would prefer out of Selwood and Fyfe, not one would pick Selwood. WC desperately need midfielders and I'd still have Buddy. Buddy is a match winner........nuff said. Subjective I know and Selwood is a great player, but I'd picks guys like Roughead, Fyfe, Dangerfield and Ablett before him. Mike’s Top 50: Geelong captain Joel Selwood pips Nat Fyfe and Lance Franklin for top billing http://www.perthnow.com.au/sport/afl/mikes-top-50-geelong-captain-joel-selwood-pips-nat-fyfe-and-lance-franklin-for-top-billing/story-fnp04gxa-1227076926861 Priddis comes in at #15 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrantSmith Posted October 2, 2014 Share Posted October 2, 2014 Well.. This.. This is interesting! http://www.sydneyswans.com.au/news/2014-10-02/harley-appointed-gm-football 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Will27 Posted October 2, 2014 Share Posted October 2, 2014 I reckon if you asked every coach in the comp who they would prefer out of Selwood and Fyfe, not one would pick Selwood. WC desperately need midfielders and I'd still have Buddy. Buddy is a match winner........nuff said. Subjective I know and Selwood is a great player, but I'd picks guys like Roughead, Fyfe, Dangerfield and Ablett before him. Mike’s Top 50: Geelong captain Joel Selwood pips Nat Fyfe and Lance Franklin for top billing http://www.perthnow.com.au/sport/afl/mikes-top-50-geelong-captain-joel-selwood-pips-nat-fyfe-and-lance-franklin-for-top-billing/story-fnp04gxa-1227076926861 Oops, I meant the chance to pick between Buddy or Selwood. It probably applies to Fyfe though not as much Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrantSmith Posted October 2, 2014 Share Posted October 2, 2014 JamesHirdAAP.jpg Essendon coach James Hird could reportedly be sacked at an urgent meeting today organised by the club's board. Hird is said to be proceeding with an appeal against last month's devastating Federal Court ruling, while the Bombers have decided against pursuing any further legal action. His move against the club’s wishes has reportedly led to today’s hastily-arranged conference to determine his fate. Hird was barred from attending the club's best and fairest function last night. Chairman Paul Little addressed the function, calling on supporters to “accept the Federal Court’s decision and move on.” Senior Essendon players – including captain Jobe Watson - met with their embattled leader yesterday and urged him to drop the appeal to no avail, Read more at http://www.9news.com.au/national/2014/10/01/18/21/james-hird-facing-the-sack-report#b7uBpdtZMGiwBpUy.99 Surely he is pushing to be sacked rather than resigning...that way he will have to be paid out the next two years salary http://www.afl.com.au/news/2014-10-02/statement-from-james-hird Clearly Hird's been spending a fair bit of time listening to Lance Armstrong... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron19 Posted October 2, 2014 Share Posted October 2, 2014 JamesHirdAAP.jpg Essendon coach James Hird could reportedly be sacked at an urgent meeting today organised by the club's board. Hird is said to be proceeding with an appeal against last month's devastating Federal Court ruling, while the Bombers have decided against pursuing any further legal action. His move against the club’s wishes has reportedly led to today’s hastily-arranged conference to determine his fate. Hird was barred from attending the club's best and fairest function last night. Chairman Paul Little addressed the function, calling on supporters to “accept the Federal Court’s decision and move on.” Senior Essendon players – including captain Jobe Watson - met with their embattled leader yesterday and urged him to drop the appeal to no avail, Read more at http://www.9news.com.au/national/2014/10/01/18/21/james-hird-facing-the-sack-report#b7uBpdtZMGiwBpUy.99 Surely he is pushing to be sacked rather than resigning...that way he will have to be paid out the next two years salary Certainly looks that way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Will27 Posted October 2, 2014 Share Posted October 2, 2014 James Hird removed as Essendon coach http://www.watoday.com.au/afl/afl-news/james-hird-removed-as-essendon-coach-20141002-10p3bn.html 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrantSmith Posted October 2, 2014 Share Posted October 2, 2014 http://m.afl.com.au/news/2014-10-02/frawley-to-play-for-hawks Good decision I guess, but he'll certainly have his work cut out for himself... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Will27 Posted October 2, 2014 Share Posted October 2, 2014 http://m.afl.com.au/news/2014-10-02/frawley-to-play-for-hawks Good decision I guess, but he'll certainly have his work cut out for himself... I wonder if Lake is retiring? Either way, free agency, the way it is now is killing the competition. Good players are not going to go to the bottom clubs and the strong clubs like Geelong, hawthorn and Sydney can just top up. Thoughts fella's? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrantSmith Posted October 2, 2014 Share Posted October 2, 2014 I wonder if Lake is retiring?Either way, free agency, the way it is now is killing the competition. Good players are not going to go to the bottom clubs and the strong clubs like Geelong, hawthorn and Sydney can just top up. Thoughts fella's? Perhaps it's a circle of life scenario. In the same way that these 3 clubs don't get anywhere near the top 3 draft picks each year they use free agency to get the players they want. Though top 3 draft picks on face value are what every club wants, you can't judge a book by it's cover and as we all know a number of the Swans superstars now and in the future came from 2nd round picks. There needs to be some tweaking of the Free Agency rules though, I'm not a fan of this "restricted/unrestricted" free agency, either you are or you aren't. Free Agents should not be allowed to discuss switching clubs until after their season has been completed. Similar to FIFA where they have transfer windows etc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrantSmith Posted October 2, 2014 Share Posted October 2, 2014 James Hird removed as Essendon coach http://www.watoday.com.au/afl/afl-news/james-hird-removed-as-essendon-coach-20141002-10p3bn.html http://www.afl.com.au/news/2014-10-02/hird-on-knife-edge Apparently not just yet... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Will27 Posted October 2, 2014 Share Posted October 2, 2014 I wonder if Lake is retiring?Either way, free agency, the way it is now is killing the competition. Good players are not going to go to the bottom clubs and the strong clubs like Geelong, hawthorn and Sydney can just top up. Thoughts fella's? Perhaps it's a circle of life scenario. In the same way that these 3 clubs don't get anywhere near the top 3 draft picks each year they use free agency to get the players they want. Though top 3 draft picks on face value are what every club wants, you can't judge a book by it's cover and as we all know a number of the Swans superstars now and in the future came from 2nd round picks. There needs to be some tweaking of the Free Agency rules though, I'm not a fan of this "restricted/unrestricted" free agency, either you are or you aren't. Free Agents should not be allowed to discuss switching clubs until after their season has been completed. Similar to FIFA where they have transfer windows etc But it's top sides that don't need the extra players. It's the sides mid-table who are getting screwed. They get midlevel draft picks. My take on free agency is that 1, there should be no compensation. It's not really free if you get any. I reckon once the player is eligible, they can just go. Secondly, make the top 4 teams ineligible or have a set number of wins whereas you cannot pick up players. A lot to discuss really. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrantSmith Posted October 2, 2014 Share Posted October 2, 2014 http://m.afl.com.au/news/2014-10-02/dogs-eye-swans-talls Well.. That's almost as funny as Hannerbry going to Richmond.. I love a good conspiracy theory but wow.. That's some high grade tin foil going on there! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrantSmith Posted October 2, 2014 Share Posted October 2, 2014 (edited) double post Edited October 2, 2014 by GrantSmith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrantSmith Posted October 2, 2014 Share Posted October 2, 2014 But it's top sides that don't need the extra players. It's the sides mid-table who are getting screwed. They get midlevel draft picks. My take on free agency is that 1, there should be no compensation. It's not really free if you get any. I reckon once the player is eligible, they can just go. Secondly, make the top 4 teams ineligible or have a set number of wins whereas you cannot pick up players. A lot to discuss really. That goes back to my 'circle of life' theory. We'll always see a block of consecutive seasons where teams are flying high, Brisbane winning 3 on the trot and look at them now! Swans, before '05 (as you may remember or selectively choose to forget ) hadn't won a flag in decades now they've been in 4 GF's in 9 years and won 2. It's not like the Steven Bradbury theory is active and these sides didn't just fall over the line. Your boys are another example, they had a purple patch then faded out of contention but they'll be back. Ultimately things need to be tweaked and hopefully for the betterment of the game! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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