I think I mentioned JHF & Rozee as forwards would be a good idea in a historical post. Hope its not Hinkley's idea because if I'm thinking the same tactically as Hinkley I'll have to go whip myself with a birch branch for a few hours like a Benedictine monk.
Will always look like one. That's his physique, nothing wrong with that if he understands how to use his strengths.
Of course he will with our program, he'll be even lighter by round 1 after all the running.
I was of the opinion that Hinkley always goes with Mac & Cheese, DBJ and Rioli as the small forwards and mids in the forward line was more due to lock it in Hinkley 101. I'm not saying it never happens btw
All three of the Amigos are excellent in the forward line. That is very exciting.
Yeah, the non-negotiable will be gut running. Jr Sr Burger better start running after Kane.
Because he's our fifth best inside midfielder and he hasn't proven that he can play any other position.
He took a couple of contested marks and one his own footy in at least one contest today
That’s one of the best news stories to come from yesterday’s practice match, thank you. Tommy completely lost his mojo after breaking his jaw about two seasons ago (?) and his recent back issues haven’t helped. If I remember correctly he was one of most consistent backman before breaking his jaw. Yes I know he can currently be classed as a ‘break glass if required’ type of player but for his sake and especially the team‘s sake I sincerely hope he can crack it to be a ’best 23’ type.
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Is the time now for Port Adelaide? You get the feeling it kind of has to be, don’t you? Depends who you listen to, really.
They have loaded up, bringing Brandon Zerk-Thatcher from Essendon and Esava Ratugolea from Geelong to bolster a defence that was unable to go with some of the more powerful forward combinations in the game last season.
They added Ivan Soldo from Richmond and Jordon Sweet from the Dogs to a ruck division that was… well, pretty much non-existent when Scott Lycett was hurt in 2023.
They have extended their perpetually under-the-pump coach, Ken Hinkley, despite a straight-sets exit from the finals, and former players petitioning for his axing. And they have given their ageing champ, Travis Boak, one more year to get it done.
On the surface, you can see why some are saying its now or never.
Yet, when you look at things a little deeper, there is no real rush for Port Adelaide. Studying their list, there is immense talent all over the park with plenty of footy left in them. Their captain is about to turn 24. Their vice captain is even younger. They had midfield bull just starting to show what he can do, and he has just turned 20. On top of that, they have just three players aged 30 or over.
Yes, I am sure many would like to see the back of Port from contention – some people seem hell-bent on celebrating when they fall in a hole. However, when you look at where they’re at, who they have coming into their prime, and their recent record of relative success, Port are positioned not just to make a run at this year’s flag, but to keep their window open for a while. And there’ll be a few who hate reading that.
The Big Questions - 2024 Port Adelaide Season Preview - The Mongrel Punt
Port Adelaide has addressed some big issues. Is 2024 their season? Here are The Mongrel's Big Questions in our Power Season Preview
Is the time now for Port Adelaide? You get the feeling it kind of has to be, don’t you? Depends who you listen to, really.
They have loaded up, bringing Brandon Zerk-Thatcher from Essendon and Esava Ratugolea from Geelong to bolster a defence that was unable to go with some of the more powerful forward combinations in the game last season.
They added Ivan Soldo from Richmond and Jordon Sweet from the Dogs to a ruck division that was… well, pretty much non-existent when Scott Lycett was hurt in 2023.
They have extended their perpetually under-the-pump coach, Ken Hinkley, despite a straight-sets exit from the finals, and former players petitioning for his axing. And they have given their ageing champ, Travis Boak, one more year to get it done.
On the surface, you can see why some are saying its now or never.
Yet, when you look at things a little deeper, there is no real rush for Port Adelaide. Studying their list, there is immense talent all over the park with plenty of footy left in them. Their captain is about to turn 24. Their vice captain is even younger. They had midfield bull just starting to show what he can do, and he has just turned 20. On top of that, they have just three players aged 30 or over.
Yes, I am sure many would like to see the back of Port from contention – some people seem hell-bent on celebrating when they fall in a hole. However, when you look at where they’re at, who they have coming into their prime, and their recent record of relative success, Port are positioned not just to make a run at this year’s flag, but to keep their window open for a while. And there’ll be a few who hate reading that.
The Big Questions - 2024 Port Adelaide Season Preview - The Mongrel Punt
Port Adelaide has addressed some big issues. Is 2024 their season? Here are The Mongrel's Big Questions in our Power Season Preview
Well - same coach, so even worse.
But then you come to your senses and realise we are going nowhere with the Donuts handbrake on.
