NFNL Div 2 discussion 2023

[AS000]

Just to clarify Div 1 in EDFL is Div 2. Getting doesn’t mean they have signed them. Don’t believe the calibre of these so called “good” players are going to come near the level of talent that is going to walk out the door!

Are you referring to yourself? Sounds to me that your one of the ones that has chosen to leave.

 

[iliketurtles]

Are you referring to yourself? Sounds to me that you’re one of the ones that has chosen to leave.

I haven’t stepped on a footy field in years. But my understanding is the worst is yet to come?

 

[Rusted nuts]

I haven’t stepped on a footy field in years. But my understanding is the worst is yet to come?

I have heard there is still several senior players not returning.

 

[AS000]

I haven’t stepped on a footy field in years. But my understanding is the worst is yet to come?

Only asked as you seem to know what’s going on at Epping a fair bit.

 

[local footy fan]

Just to clarify Div 1 in EDFL is Div 2. Getting doesn’t mean they have signed them. Don’t believe the calibre of these so called “good” players are going to come near the level of talent that is going to walk out the door!

div 2 EDFL is a good standard and the players coming across will more than hold their own in div 2 NFNL 5 quality players are better than one star player .

 

[iliketurtles]

div 2 EDFL is a good standard and the players coming across will more than hold their own in div 2 NFNL 5 quality players are better than one star player .

Plenty of talk about “these players”.

Who are they?

 

[local footy fan]

Plenty of talk about “these players”.

Who are they?

campbell (hbf) wright (r/chf) hollow (hbf/bp) Keenan (CHB) evens (w/m) all senior players and 3 to 4 fringe fringe first players not given the opportunity at senior level at westy and possible the two other younger hollow brothers one senior and one u18

 

[Denny Crane]

campbell (hbf) wright (r/chf) hollow (hbf/bp) Keenan (CHB) evens (w/m) all senior players and 3 to 4 fringe fringe first players not given the opportunity at senior level at westy and possible the two other younger hollow brothers one senior and one u18

Good to hear, hope they get the right lads and be a little more competitive than recent years. The decision to come up when Lalor nearly folded was a brave one that has not worked. The more competitive teams the better.

 

[Don The Sash]

Good to hear, hope they get the right lads and be a little more competitive than recent years. The decision to come up when Lalor nearly folded was a brave one that has not worked. The more competitive teams the better.

Is it silly to say that there are simply too many teams in a reasonably small geographic area of the northern suburbs to sustain good talent (most within 10-15km of each other). I suspect the other comps would be in the same boat too. The talent pool is spread too thin and what clubs are prepared to pay very ordinary players to try and be competitive is dangerous and a concern - in all divisions.

I’ve heard some clubs say that the salary cap reset due to Covid was the best thing that could have happened and has helped some clubs improve their balance sheet and stabilise their finances which were dire.

The problem is that the vicious cycle then starts again….with clubs then desperate for success and start paying silly money and spending beyond their means.

 

[10571z]

Is it silly to say that there are simply too many teams in a reasonably small geographic area of the northern suburbs to sustain good talent (most within 10-15km of each other). I suspect the other comps would be in the same boat too. The talent pool is spread too thin and what clubs are prepared to pay very ordinary players to try and be competitive is dangerous and a concern - in all divisions.

I’ve heard some clubs say that the salary cap reset due to Covid was the best thing that could have happened and has helped some clubs improve their balance sheet and stabilise their finances which were dire.

The problem is that the viscous cycle then starts again….with clubs then desperate for success and start paying silly money and spending behind their means.

Takes one club to cheat and it just spreads.

But Yes there is probably too many clubs.

 

[EBERT THE KING]

Is it silly to say that there are simply too many teams in a reasonably small geographic area of the northern suburbs to sustain good talent (most within 10-15km of each other). I suspect the other comps would be in the same boat too. The talent pool is spread too thin and what clubs are prepared to pay very ordinary players to try and be competitive is dangerous and a concern - in all divisions.

I’ve heard some clubs say that the salary cap reset due to Covid was the best thing that could have happened and has helped some clubs improve their balance sheet and stabilise their finances which were dire.

The problem is that the vicious cycle then starts again….with clubs then desperate for success and start paying silly money and spending beyond their means.

Its a fair point, but unfortunately the alternative is for some clubs to fold, which no one wants to see.

 

[Jaaaawwwww]

campbell (hbf) wright (r/chf) hollow (hbf/bp) Keenan (CHB) evens (w/m) all senior players and 3 to 4 fringe fringe first players not given the opportunity at senior level at westy and possible the two other younger hollow brothers one senior and one u18

And the rest

 

[local footy fan]

And the rest

who else ?

 

[HBFlanker]

Seems like Diamond Creek and PH leading the way recruitment wise form what i read on here.

I would have thought Thomastown, Eltham and St.marys would have gone a bit harder recruiting wise as they should really be pushing for a flag or finals. Still plenty of time but clubs would be training soon i would think?

 

[10571z]

Seems like Diamond Creek and PH leading the way recruitment wise form what i read on here.

I would have thought Thomastown, Eltham and St.marys would have gone a bit harder recruiting wise as they should really be pushing for a flag or finals. Still plenty of time but clubs would be training soon i would think?

St Mary’s and Eltham never recruit that much it seems.

After watching last year Eltham really need a key forward , ruck and probably a big bodied mid. Bongetti if playing probably fills the forward role

 

[hfchfc]

Seems like Diamond Creek and PH leading the way recruitment wise form what i read on here.

I would have thought Thomastown, Eltham and St.marys would have gone a bit harder recruiting wise as they should really be pushing for a flag or finals. Still plenty of time but clubs would be training soon i would think?

Not all clubs feel the need to announce their recruits, particularly prior to any clearances being granted

 

[Eyes_and_Ears]

Seems like Diamond Creek and PH leading the way recruitment wise form what i read on here.

I would have thought Thomastown, Eltham and St.marys would have gone a bit harder recruiting wise as they should really be pushing for a flag or finals. Still plenty of time but clubs would be training soon i would think?

How many have Diamo recruited? PH obviously needs to go harder then the teams mentioned. So im not sure whats surprising.

 

[HBFlanker]

How many have Diamo recruited? PH obviously needs to go harder then the teams mentioned. So im not sure whats surprising.

Theres a gap between Thomastown and the top teams, and i would have thought they would have wanted to fill that (have recruited some)

Theres a gap between Eltham and winning the GF, i would have thought they would have wanted to fill that (have recruited some)

Theres a gap between St.Marys making finals, i would have thought they would have wanted to fill that (have recruited none)

Just my thoughts

 

[Eyes_and_Ears]

Theres a gap between Thomastown and the top teams, and i would have thought they would have wanted to fill that (have recruited some)

Theres a gap between Eltham and winning the GF, i would have thought they would have wanted to fill that (have recruited some)

Theres a gap between St.Marys making finals, i would have thought they would have wanted to fill that (have recruited none)

Just my thoughts

Maybe look at both Eltham and Thomastowns socials

 

[nfnlegend]

Maybe look at both Eltham and Thomastowns socials

The Eltham recruits any good? I know every side has a few good players but Craigieburn were pretty terrible last season.

 

[Kick It Billy]

The Eltham recruits any good? I know every side has a few good players but Craigieburn were pretty terrible last season.

One of the best from Craigieburn is White who has signed at North Heidelberg.

 

[10571z]

Another good pick up for Panton Hill, not to mention a 1 pointer due to not playing for 3 seasons. Played seniors at Mooroolbark as an under 19 so you’d expect a good player

 

[Eyes_and_Ears]

Another good pick up for Panton Hill, not to mention a 1 pointer due to not playing for 3 seasons. Played seniors at Mooroolbark as an under 19 so you’d expect a good player

So you know nothing about him but he's 'another' good pick up

Very selective on who you like cobber

 

[10571z]

So you know nothing about him but he's 'another' good pick up

Very selective on who you like cobber

Quick google of his playing history shows he is a decent pick up for PH

 

[TigerTime123]

He’s not from Banyule

Clearly not welcome at Banyule am I ? Would you believe OLDTIMER that the President & under 19 of an NFL club both post on this forum??
Strange right sparky?