Rumour Bluemour Discussion XXXVI - 'Loopy' Season in full swing

[swuzzlebubble]

We should be absolutely all over the intel on whether or not Sam De Koning is looking to leave via his brother but I’m not sure we are for two reasons:

1) Barrass and the McGovern brothers are very good mates and they would have known Barrass was considering leaving last year and this year. Austin would have been able to get access easily Barrass to sound him out too. Yet not once has it ever been reported that we were interested in him despite the fact that he is literally the exact player we need.

2) I am starting to think Austin’s views on key defenders is one elite key defender is sufficient if surrounded by mobile tallish interceptor types or guys who can defend a variety of forwards. This is why the only defender we’ve been linked to is Haynes. IMO there’s also evidence to point to this “philosophy” via his work at the Tigers and the Dogs.

So we probably were aware of the intentions but knew or decided it wasn't for us

 

[swuzzlebubble]

It's what it would take, then salary component, both of which limits other targets/strategies for the next 2 years

Compared to Houston?

 

[Arr0w]

Compared to Houston?

Houston wouldn't cost us that capital

 

[swuzzlebubble]

Houston wouldn't cost us that capital

Hopefully not but if SDK was available we wouldn't pass because of cost, imo.

 

[Arr0w]

Hopefully not but if SDK was available we wouldn't pass because of cost, imo.

If we were willing to pay more than 2 1sts

 

[BlueTongue]

One can only hope.

I "went" to uni with Jimmy (he was a poster boy of online study when I was studying). I'm biased when it comes to him.

Things I remember about Jimmy as a student (added context: did a number of group projects with him)

• Diligent student
• active communicator -- was a regular on the discussion forums
• No mucking about - was invested in getting the job done to the best of his and the team's ability
• Accepting of his own (and others) knowledge gaps. Didn't carry on like he knew everything. Respectfully listened to others when they offered something of value. Offered a counter point when he had one. Offered his thoughts openly when asked.
• Empathetic when others had issues or concerns

Non-study wise: He comes across a bit arrogant at times in the media - and he may well be - but it's the type of arrogance that fits into the above - just gets the job done and has confidence in his abilities.

If Cook has helped us get him to the club then it could be one of the most important moves of his tenure at the club.

Every media segment I’ve seen him on he is very ‘to the point’ and very astute in observations. What you have dot pointed is consistent to what I’ve seen in the media.

Couldn’t GAF with regard to ‘perceived arrogance’ which is usually absolute confidence and comfort in one’s own knowledge and experience.

Im guessing he would def make huge improvement to the management of football operation within the club, and might potentially be CEO succession material.

Want to see him at the club.

 

[Coona Blues]

It's what it would take, then salary component, both of which limits other targets/strategies for the next 2 years

My work here is done

 

[agro]

Hearing from a good source that Brad Lloyd is on the way out. Bartel being targeted to replace him.

Would be good - but would have thought he’d be looking more at Board level now rather than Operations.

 

[Matty411]

Alright, Port is out. Have we got Houston yet?

 

[teagueyubeauty]

you know this for a fact?

In the next 12 months (24 months being generous) they'll lose :

1. Dangerfield
2. Tuohy
3. Hawkins
4. Stanley (put Pitto in a trade...)
5. Blicavs
6. Rohan
7. Duncan


All will be 34 or more older during 2025.

with Cam Guthrie, Tom Stewart and Jezza not far behind....


But all good, they've got Bailey Smith coming in....

We say and think this all the bloody time, year after year after year.

Until it happens it’s been proven not to happen, they’re list management and development geniuses down there


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[RAPPA]

Alright, Port is out. Have we got Houston yet?

Houston, do we have a Carlton?

 

[Red Bull]

Hearing from a good source that Brad Lloyd is on the way out. Bartel being targeted to replace him.

 

[katmanblue]

Getting SDK is a pipe dream...unfortunately

Cats just don't trade that way.

Puff puff give?

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[swuzzlebubble]

Maybe we will hear more about Houston with Port's season now being over

If we don't I'll assume because we've said cool his heels until we explore the SDK scenario

 

[Foucault1989]

SDK would be a dream but think it's a 100/1 shot.

 

[katmanblue]

It's what it would take, then salary component, both of which limits other targets/strategies for the next 2 years

Opportunity cost.

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[Accidental genius]

If we don't I'll assume because we've said cool his heels until we explore the SDK scenario

If we get sdk and Houston this off-season ….you know the rest

 

[swuzzlebubble]

If we get sdk and Houston this off-season ….you know the rest

Haha. Even I'm not that ambitious.

 

[katmanblue]

If we get sdk and Houston this off-season ….you know the rest

We still have small forward and midfield issues?

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[Accidental genius]

We need to build on the current list…fill in the missing gaps…

So I want…

a KPD …B grader is all we need (SDK will blow the salary cap and cost 2 x 1st rounders prolly

A pacey mid…good decision maker and good kick…ambidextrous on both feet would be most welcome

An A grade small forward.

Anything else could unbalance the list

 

[Accidental genius]

We still have small forward and midfield issues?

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See above

 

[swuzzlebubble]

a KPD …B grader is all we need

So better than Young but not too much better?

 

[SurreyBlue]

If we were willing to pay more than 2 1sts

And to think we could have had him………people complaining nepotism….

 

[jezza25]

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Keep asking Austin, be aggressive!!

September it is then

 

[Accidental genius]

So better than Young but not too much better?

Young has the skills …can mark and kicking is ok so Prolly a B grader

But

He lacks aggression…only needs a little bit

He’s decision making is problematic

And I can’t see him fixing the last 2