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Retired #21: Hayden Skipworth
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Re: Hayden Skipworth
I don't think anyone's saying lets hope he's a flop. My point and I think Bomba4eva's point is that I would much prefer to see Myers, Houli, Zaharakis, Lonergan, Reimers et al getting plenty of game time over the next 12 - 24 months as we try to reach a level that can start genuinely challenging.
If players are injured and we have nowhere to turn, fine play him and I hope he plays well.
The reality is though that unless these young midfielders start to improve quickly, we are many years away from being premiership contenders, regardless of how well Skipworth plays.
He on our list now but lets hope he is a flop so you can be proven correct
Don't know about you but i am hoping he does well.....
I don't think anyone's saying lets hope he's a flop. My point and I think Bomba4eva's point is that I would much prefer to see Myers, Houli, Zaharakis, Lonergan, Reimers et al getting plenty of game time over the next 12 - 24 months as we try to reach a level that can start genuinely challenging.
If players are injured and we have nowhere to turn, fine play him and I hope he plays well.
The reality is though that unless these young midfielders start to improve quickly, we are many years away from being premiership contenders, regardless of how well Skipworth plays.
Re: Hayden Skipworth
Incredible how many people think Sheedy's history as a player or as the coach of our club (during which he was great for the club) is somehow a valid argument as to why he should not be criticized for his mistakes.
And you attempting to rebuke someone else for being negative is so ironic it is laughable.
Incredible how many people think Sheedy's history as a player or as the coach of our club (during which he was great for the club) is somehow a valid argument as to why he should not be criticized for his mistakes.
And you attempting to rebuke someone else for being negative is so ironic it is laughable.
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Re: Hayden Skipworth
I just wan't anyone to play well. If it happens to be Skippy over the next 4 years then so what. The young blokes will get their chance under Knights. If they are good enough they will be in.
I don't think that Skipworth adds a real lot to the list other than some depth but in saying that i thought he was a reasonably good player in Adelaide and i won't be totally shocked if he actually does hold his own in the senior side.
I just wan't anyone to play well. If it happens to be Skippy over the next 4 years then so what. The young blokes will get their chance under Knights. If they are good enough they will be in.
I don't think that Skipworth adds a real lot to the list other than some depth but in saying that i thought he was a reasonably good player in Adelaide and i won't be totally shocked if he actually does hold his own in the senior side.
Re: Hayden Skipworth
Actually, I think the fact that you called it a 'rouge scollar' should disqualify you from voicing any of your opinions on this or any other board.
Actually, I think the fact that you called it a 'rouge scollar' should disqualify you from voicing any of your opinions on this or any other board.
Re: Hayden Skipworth
Your talent is so wasted here S
PS: You guys really screwed up the quoting.
Your talent is so wasted here S
PS: You guys really screwed up the quoting.
Re: Hayden Skipworth
Blame that pesky TheDon35 Swervyn. I recall Bill Berry wearing number 35, another dud.
Your talent is so wasted here S
PS: You guys really screwed up the quoting.
Blame that pesky TheDon35 Swervyn. I recall Bill Berry wearing number 35, another dud.
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I hope he does well in the roles the club obviously has in mind for him both on and off the ground. From what I've heard, much of this will be as a 'mentor' - a vitally important role in helping our young players mature and be the best they can be. Rolling onto towards our next premiership!!
I hope he does well in the roles the club obviously has in mind for him both on and off the ground. From what I've heard, much of this will be as a 'mentor' - a vitally important role in helping our young players mature and be the best they can be. Rolling onto towards our next premiership!!
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Re: 21. Hayden Skipworth
Well one game down and a solid effort kicking a couple of goals and 15 possessions. Not bad for someone who is a complete spud and only drafted to play house maid to our young list
Well one game down and a solid effort kicking a couple of goals and 15 possessions. Not bad for someone who is a complete spud and only drafted to play house maid to our young list
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Re: 21. Hayden Skipworth
I'll admit, I didn' think he had it in him, I'll eat my words and hope to see him in the side come round 1.
I'll admit, I didn' think he had it in him, I'll eat my words and hope to see him in the side come round 1.
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I was impressed by his composure when he had the ball.
I know it's only NAB but he might provide a strong mature body and cool head for a fair few games this year.
We'll have to wait until the speed and pressure steps up in the real thing to get a gauge on if he'll be a success.
I was impressed by his composure when he had the ball.
I know it's only NAB but he might provide a strong mature body and cool head for a fair few games this year.
We'll have to wait until the speed and pressure steps up in the real thing to get a gauge on if he'll be a success.
Re: 21. Hayden Skipworth
I only saw the game on the screen, his kicks looked a bit loopy?? That was about the only issue I had with his game, but TheDON35 would have a lot more to say, after he watches Hislop tonight.
Well one game down and a solid effort kicking a couple of goals and 15 possessions. Not bad for someone who is a complete spud and only drafted to play house maid to our young list
I only saw the game on the screen, his kicks looked a bit loopy?? That was about the only issue I had with his game, but TheDON35 would have a lot more to say, after he watches Hislop tonight.
Re: 21. Hayden Skipworth
15 possessions in the first NAB cup game where the speed was off isn't going to change my mind. Would still have rathered seeing a kid running around picking up 10 touches and showing a bit of promise.
Glad you feel vindicated though.
Well one game down and a solid effort kicking a couple of goals and 15 possessions. Not bad for someone who is a complete spud and only drafted to play house maid to our young list
15 possessions in the first NAB cup game where the speed was off isn't going to change my mind. Would still have rathered seeing a kid running around picking up 10 touches and showing a bit of promise.
Glad you feel vindicated though.
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Re: 21. Hayden Skipworth
I was rapt to see a good performance from Skipworth on Friday, however, Paul Thomas played a pretty good game in rd 1 of the NAB cup the other year. I will reserve my complete judgement until he has performed over the year. But early stages lead to Excitment. GOOD TO HAVE FOOTY BACK.
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I was rapt to see a good performance from Skipworth on Friday, however, Paul Thomas played a pretty good game in rd 1 of the NAB cup the other year. I will reserve my complete judgement until he has performed over the year. But early stages lead to Excitment. GOOD TO HAVE FOOTY BACK.
