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understandable..... it'd probably take two games for Bell to rack up that many possessions, we don't have that luxury...
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understandable..... it'd probably take two games for Bell to rack up that many possessions, we don't have that luxury...
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Jesus Christ it’s not that difficult.
As Ralphy said. If you can rely on a bloke to relentlessly run defensively and cover outlets, that allows other players to adopt a more offensive posture, which leads to more, and more effective, scoring opportunities.
If you’ve liked the Swans’ fast attacking game style this year, James Bell says “you’re welcome”.
As Ralphy said. If you can rely on a bloke to relentlessly run defensively and cover outlets, that allows other players to adopt a more offensive posture, which leads to more, and more effective, scoring opportunities.
If you’ve liked the Swans’ fast attacking game style this year, James Bell says “you’re welcome”.
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I’m going to add to this because it’s really giving me the ****ing shits.
Remember that game where Bell missed a sitter in the dying seconds? People falling over themselves to post on here that it proves how shit he is.
To me it showed just how much running he’d done that day and his legs were jelly. Gulden and Papley get to execute far more effectively because they haven’t covered those distances.
“Bell doesn’t kick goals.” You don’t want Bell kicking for goal. His legs are knackered. You want your other forwards taking the shots. And then they can thank Bell for the repeat forward entries.
Remember that game where Bell missed a sitter in the dying seconds? People falling over themselves to post on here that it proves how shit he is.
To me it showed just how much running he’d done that day and his legs were jelly. Gulden and Papley get to execute far more effectively because they haven’t covered those distances.
“Bell doesn’t kick goals.” You don’t want Bell kicking for goal. His legs are knackered. You want your other forwards taking the shots. And then they can thank Bell for the repeat forward entries.
This morning I found green tree frogs in 3 of the pot plants on my back deck. Pretty sure that is an omen … we will blow them away in the third quarter?
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Now just watch, Bell to have a blinder.
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Clearly running a lot is all it takes
Clearly running a lot is all it takes
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You have the relatively rare opportunity to watch live tomorrow. So actually watch. Have in mind the places that he runs to and the impact that has on the players from GWS moving the ball out of defence. The indecision it causes. Note how he rarely stands the mark, allowing another to have that “rest”. Instead runs hard to the next defensive position.
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All except Logan (injured) will be playing tomorrow.
What excitement
Edit: Braeden is on the emergency list
What excitement
Edit: Braeden is on the emergency list
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All except Logan (injured) will be playing tomorrow.
What excitement
Braeden won't be either
On another note, Logan looks like the suburban dad named Jeff who took the junior footy team he coaches for a photoshoot
I'm so disappointed. Last night I checked my phone for the team news and saw who was in so decided that I wasn't going to visit BF until today so that I don't have to get involved in the ballistic hyperbole over one player. I thought I could log on today and carefully pick my way through the rubble that was left over from the apocalyptic fallout from last night, but imagine my surprise when I find it hasn't been nearly so bad in here.
I don't understand. People in here have been rational and optimistic. I miss the old BF, what did you people do with it?
I don't understand. People in here have been rational and optimistic. I miss the old BF, what did you people do with it?
Swans man-buns: 0
GWS man-buns: at least 3 (more if Phil Davis was playing)
May the best hairstyles win.
GWS man-buns: at least 3 (more if Phil Davis was playing)
May the best hairstyles win.
You just reminded me. Has anyone else noticed Rampe's form drop off since he shaved his moustache?
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All except Logan (injured) will be playing tomorrow.
What excitement
Edit: Braeden is on the emergency list
Maybe I'm being petty, but I wished they'd included Blakey and McCartin in this picture. Then I feel you'd have the complete set.
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Nothing makes an old bloke feel even older than seeing some of the mullets and moes being sported now by footy players who weren't even alive last century.
I really feel like Stephens should be there too!
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Braeden won't be either
On another note, Logan looks like the suburban dad named Jeff who took the junior footy team he coaches for a photoshoot
Caesar, this is where you are at your finest.
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Have we fielded a single man bun in the seniors this year?
I don’t think so.
The results speak for themselves.
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And Bell.
surprised to see them omit Campbell. I guess they feel he is still finding his feet at the level and doesn't know his limitations yet (man's got to know his imitations) whereas Bell can be trusted to do the team thing and keep it simple.
I have been feeling the team has been drinking its own cool-aid a tiny bit at times and try to be too clever. I'm sure this gets dealt with during reviews.
I have been feeling the team has been drinking its own cool-aid a tiny bit at times and try to be too clever. I'm sure this gets dealt with during reviews.
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I think they just see Bell as being more ready for finals footy. Can't argue with that really.
At the end of the day this decision isn't going to decide the game or even have much bearing at all on the result.
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Tom Papley expects a recalled Chad Warner and their young teammates to overcome the Giants’ star-studded and in-form midfield.
Warner will return for his first match since round 12 but averaged 17 disposals (seven contested)
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Warner will return for his first match since round 12 but averaged 17 disposals (seven contested)
Papley backing 'aggro' Swan to thrive in finals debut
All-Australian Swan confident young teammates can step up in absence of Josh Kennedy and Callum Mills
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Kennedy we can cover but I'm very worried about not having Millsy. Our best player imo.
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I sorta see it the opposite. I think we can win enough of the hard ball on the inside like Mills does. We may miss the sense of calm and composure JPK has brought in recent weeks, but I back Hewett to deliver the goods, as he always does.
Any idea if you'll be playing on Haynes this week? You did great against him last year IIRC
I think Haywood goes to Haynes.
Not sure who this Hayward character is that you speak of.
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