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by older saint
Wed 06 Sep 2023 2:16pm
Forum: Saintsational Fan Forum
Topic: Coff
Replies: 21
Views: 2187

Re: Coff

Has had a horror run with injury , on way back mid season and does a calf. No way could have played this year after that at afl level. Was a top 10 pick and top 5 in B & F so compensation would want to be reasonable. Be at pains to see him go before others . Just because another club enquirers d...
by older saint
Wed 06 Sep 2023 10:19am
Forum: Saintsational Fan Forum
Topic: Cordy or Dougs
Replies: 75
Views: 4630

Cordy or Dougs

This will be a tough one. Probably a decision not expected to have to make 24 weeks ago.

Any guesses
by older saint
Mon 04 Sep 2023 6:00pm
Forum: Saintsational Fan Forum
Topic: Top 5 Finals Games Memories......
Replies: 43
Views: 4214

Re: Top 5 Finals Games Memories......

https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&opi=89978449&url=https://m.youtube.com/watch%3Fv%3Ddm6SsW4dhgc&ved=2ahUKEwiynceaiomBAxUBY94KHfOcCBUQwqsBegQIDBAF&usg=AOvVaw0YhtR3C1a2Y_PW1WG_M2wj 1. That first final in 1991 after a long drought in the 70's and '80's was memor...
by older saint
Mon 04 Sep 2023 5:58pm
Forum: Saintsational Fan Forum
Topic: Nicky Winmar cameo 🙌
Replies: 3
Views: 661

Re: Nicky Winmar cameo 🙌

We have enough fights on here about a team we all love!
Unlike the AFL ( thanks for the new stadium money) let's leave this forum to be about football and the Saints.. or we will see Lord of the Flies 2023 version begin
by older saint
Mon 04 Sep 2023 5:54pm
Forum: Saintsational Fan Forum
Topic: EX-SAINTS OF THE LAST DECADE AT OTHER CLUBS
Replies: 19
Views: 1567

Re: EX-SAINTS OF THE LAST DECADE AT OTHER CLUBS

Agree with most. Stanley was a mistake - never really tried as a ruck properly at Stkilda. Made worse drafting Goddard at 21 who didn't work out at all. Names such as Steele, Touk Miller, Maynard, Mitch McGovern, Dougal Howard, Langdon drafted afterwards doesnt help - also that stanley is now a Pre...
by older saint
Mon 04 Sep 2023 4:42pm
Forum: Saintsational Fan Forum
Topic: EX-SAINTS OF THE LAST DECADE AT OTHER CLUBS
Replies: 19
Views: 1567

Re: EX-SAINTS OF THE LAST DECADE AT OTHER CLUBS

Agree with most. Stanley was a mistake - never really tried as a ruck properly at Stkilda. Made worse drafting Goddard at 21 who didn't work out at all. Names such as Steele, Touk Miller, Maynard, Mitch McGovern, Dougal Howard, Langdon drafted afterwards doesnt help - also that stanley is now a Prem...
by older saint
Mon 04 Sep 2023 10:27am
Forum: Saintsational Fan Forum
Topic: What price Liam Henry?
Replies: 24
Views: 2363

Re: What price Liam Henry?

interesting in recent times this type of player and time line sees a similar pick to where they were originally selected.

My guess would cost a late first rounder ?
by older saint
Thu 31 Aug 2023 1:51pm
Forum: Saintsational Fan Forum
Topic: Billings ready to go.
Replies: 26
Views: 2498

Re: Billings ready to go.

contracted so for once we hold the whip hand here.
by older saint
Thu 31 Aug 2023 10:50am
Forum: Saintsational Fan Forum
Topic: Top Heavy?
Replies: 11
Views: 1378

Re: Top Heavy?

Anyone else think we went in against Brisbane with too many talls? The game changed when a running player, Byrnes, came on for Battle. We had Cordy Wilkie, Battle down back, with Hayes, Membrey Sharman as the tall forwards. But we also have Owens and the Pou who are hybrid forwards who compete in t...
by older saint
Fri 25 Aug 2023 5:01pm
Forum: Saintsational Fan Forum
Topic: Hayes in, King managed
Replies: 28
Views: 3872

Re: Hayes in, King managed

f*** resting King...I'd be giving him as much game time as possible. bad move. how long is Seb out ? we need him bad. Wouldn't be surprised if Max's shoulder is just hanging in there and they are afraid one big hit will be enough. I don't mind him skipping this game and being ok for the finals. I t...
by older saint
Thu 24 Aug 2023 2:05pm
Forum: Saintsational Fan Forum
Topic: Irishman Liam O'Connell signs with St Kilda
Replies: 21
Views: 3645

Re: Irishman Liam O'Connell signs with St Kilda

shanegrambeau wrote: Wed 23 Aug 2023 8:50pm Trivia question

Who were your favorite Mc (something) or Mac (Something) players over the years?
Mc Adam and Mc Conville for me
by older saint
Thu 24 Aug 2023 2:04pm
Forum: Saintsational Fan Forum
Topic: The Silence: AFL’s Last Taboo
Replies: 130
Views: 12213

Re: The Silence: AFL’s Last Taboo

Media always looking for a pin up boy, especially in this society we currently have . It is no ones business but their own , and really who cares. Like ma y have said there are openly gay AFLW, Soccer Mne and Women, Netball and NBL & WNBL, but not openly AFL - and the only logical reason is the ...
by older saint
Wed 23 Aug 2023 6:43pm
Forum: Saintsational Fan Forum
Topic: Irishman Liam O'Connell signs with St Kilda
Replies: 21
Views: 3645

Re: Irishman Liam O'Connell signs with St Kilda

longtimesaint wrote: Wed 23 Aug 2023 4:49pm
older saint wrote: Wed 23 Aug 2023 4:28pm Trivia question for the older people here - who remembers the name of the first Irish guy we recruited. Played 3 games off memory?
Dermot McNicholl in about 1988 -90
Love your work
by older saint
Wed 23 Aug 2023 4:28pm
Forum: Saintsational Fan Forum
Topic: Irishman Liam O'Connell signs with St Kilda
Replies: 21
Views: 3645

Re: Irishman Liam O'Connell signs with St Kilda

Trivia question for the older people here - who remembers the name of the first Irish guy we recruited. Played 3 games off memory?
by older saint
Tue 22 Aug 2023 4:54pm
Forum: Saintsational Fan Forum
Topic: Kane Cornes on the saints
Replies: 23
Views: 2240

Re: Kane Cornes on the saints

Says" I have been w..w..ww...wr.....w..rong....all season." What a f***wit. Caro stayed mute.......which you all have to admit, is a f****** improvement. not a fan but at least had the courage to admit he was wrong. King picked Geelong to win by 5 goals and now is all over us, Changes pos...
by older saint
Mon 21 Aug 2023 4:37pm
Forum: Saintsational Fan Forum
Topic: Hunter Clark
Replies: 17
Views: 1443

Re: Hunter Clark

Hope he is retained, has something we lack in regard to elite foot skills and poise. Just needs some continuity of games. He will never be a superstar but what he could be is the cream to go along with Steele, Owens, Nasiah , King , which great teams have. Agree but I think the club are looking for...
by older saint
Mon 21 Aug 2023 2:17pm
Forum: Saintsational Fan Forum
Topic: Ross out, clark in who subs
Replies: 19
Views: 1695

Re: Ross out, clark in who subs

Jack Hayes. Can give Roma a chop-out. Give us a big body up forward. Versatile and can play a number of roles. Good, competitive guy to have on the show. Or Coffield if he’s right Huge risk to go with any big as a sub. mid gets inj or concussion then too top heavy , where as if big goes down easier...
by older saint
Mon 21 Aug 2023 12:48pm
Forum: Saintsational Fan Forum
Topic: Ross out, clark in who subs
Replies: 19
Views: 1695

Ross out, clark in who subs

To me I would see this as a logical move and sub being one of Billings or if they want to potentially use him in finals Coffield.
by older saint
Mon 21 Aug 2023 12:45pm
Forum: Saintsational Fan Forum
Topic: Hunter Clark
Replies: 17
Views: 1443

Re: Hunter Clark

So how much do you pay him to keep him? What's he worth to us (contract wise) to stay? If he was offered 600-700k by NM (or anybody else), would you match/beat that to keep him? Similar question re Gresham - how much are you prepared to offer to keep him? That is the big question, which really appl...
by older saint
Mon 21 Aug 2023 11:24am
Forum: Saintsational Fan Forum
Topic: Our list is better than we think it is
Replies: 8
Views: 703

Re: Our list is better than we think it is

Interesting take on the list, and agree it isn't too bad, but a coach with a clear plan and players understanding their role and requirements helps . Def: So much of the AFL now days is systems and ability to help off ,however the ability to beat you man 1 on 1 if key to the top defence. Collingwood...
by older saint
Mon 21 Aug 2023 10:52am
Forum: Saintsational Fan Forum
Topic: Hunter Clark
Replies: 17
Views: 1443

Re: Hunter Clark

Hope he is retained, has something we lack in regard to elite foot skills and poise. Just needs some continuity of games.
He will never be a superstar but what he could be is the cream to go along with Steele, Owens, Nasiah , King , which great teams have.
by older saint
Mon 21 Aug 2023 10:39am
Forum: Saintsational Fan Forum
Topic: Who do we rest?
Replies: 55
Views: 4149

Re: Who do we rest?

No one, unless carrying an injury or really sore that 2 weeks not playing will significantly help. Reasons: - Don't mess with Form; - Week off before finals; - Ideally want to give yourself the best chance at a home final. - Have a real belief at the moment and sends a message that we don't believe ...
by older saint
Mon 21 Aug 2023 10:24am
Forum: Saintsational Fan Forum
Topic: Finals Week 1 scenarios
Replies: 30
Views: 3100

Re: Finals Week 1 scenarios

Melbourne weren't great yesterday so i would think they will be keen to keep momentum going , yes if guys sore rest but they have a pretty healthy list and guys are playing for spots. Oliver only just back so needs time. Syd- papley out McCartin out Or i am just being hopeful?? Easy beat Brisabne .....
by older saint
Fri 18 Aug 2023 2:17pm
Forum: Saintsational Fan Forum
Topic: 100TH Game...Jack Higgins
Replies: 13
Views: 1056

Re: 100TH Game...Jack Higgins

Old fashion footballer, not tall, not athletic not overly quick but smart, uses body well and knows where the ball is going .
hopefully celebrates with a win
by older saint
Fri 18 Aug 2023 10:16am
Forum: Saintsational Fan Forum
Topic: This Years First Round Draft Pick
Replies: 7
Views: 1022

Re: This Years First Round Draft Pick

I mentioned in previous post - look to trade up most saying a top 10 strong draft (exc GC academy players) CG need points Potential free agency or trade provides additional second rounder. We have a good base but need more high level talent and if we can get that to 6 pick and finish somewhere 6-10 ...