Training Official Essendon Preseason Thread

[bombreys]

Yep. Only allowed 2 train on per open spot.

Had no idea that rule existed - thanks mate. We obviously don't know which of Hoare or Baldwin have been given the flick yet, do we?

 

[faible]

Had no idea that rule existed - thanks mate. We obviously don't know which of Hoare or Baldwin have been give the flick yet, do we?

Given Baldwin is still in one piece, I'd assume it's Hoare.

 

[bombreys]

Given Baldwin is still in one piece, I'd assume it's Hoare.

I think you're right, would almost seem cruel to keep Baldwin on (whilst healthy) all PS/over the main break only to cut him now.

 

[Yoda_]

I think you're right, would almost seem cruel to keep Baldwin on (whilst healthy) all PS/over the main break only to cut him now.

what's cruel is seeing Kaine break down in May again

 

[jdstorm]

I think you're right, would almost seem cruel to keep Baldwin on (whilst healthy) all PS/over the main break only to cut him now.

Can always cut Goldy if we really want an extra spot

 

[faible]

Can always cut Goldy if we really want an extra spot

Wouldn't be surprised if he retires mid-year if we've got a healthy list and no MSD spots

 

[eth-dog]

what's cruel is seeing Kaine break down in May again

I mean Edwards could get the last spot.

 

[crackers65]

As much as I like Kaine and he’s a ripper bloke, I don’t think we should keep him on. He really is a depth player who is always injured. I know he has had a horrible run, but we have to be ruthless. Players have to grab every opportunity they are given because you only get so many. We have a few like this and this has to be make or break for them.

 

[fairbump_playon]

As much as I like Kaine and he’s a ripper bloke, I don’t think we should keep him on. He really is a depth player who is always injured. I know he has had a horrible run, but we have to be ruthless. Players have to grab every opportunity they are given because you only get so many. We have a few like this and this has to be make or break for them.

Kaine is the best

Hands like a vice. Laser by foot. Great decision maker. Massive unit. Wartime head.

Lay off him, we need to all get behind him.

 

[joey_jo_jo]

Herald Sun reporting its Baldwin and Edwards vying for the SSP spot, so Hoare has been replaced by Edwards.

 

[eth-dog]

Herald Sun reporting its Baldwin and Edwards vying for the SSP spot, so Hoare has been replaced by Edwards.

Not surprised. Hoare is a good VFL defender but his average disposal and lack of speed are issues for coming up to AFL level

 

[FootyGuru]

Edward’s is a forward, but not really the type we need. We lack the bear in the square type, especially with 2mp form issues. Could Baldwin be cover for both forward and back? Has the size, obviously hasn’t cemented himself in either position yet.

 

[Keystone agony]

I think bears are almost a past time, need to be able to move and be agile now

As long as you can crash a pack (which imo Caddy does aswell as most) then shouldnt be an issue

Draper for now is also pretty big bear like and Gerryn will take over, although both move well enough for now

 

[bennyg12]

What time is training Friday?

 

[jdstorm]

I think bears are almost a past time, need to be able to move and be agile now

As long as you can crash a pack (which imo Caddy does aswell as most) then shouldnt be an issue

Draper for now is also pretty big bear like and Gerryn will take over, although both move well enough for now

Last 3 teams to win a flag had 3 big forward half talls

Fort Daniher hipwood
Cox Cameron Frampton (McStay)
Hawkins Cameron whoever played ruck

Before them Richmond had Nank, Jack and lynch

You need the size they just can’t be slow

 

[Blind Turn]

I think bears are almost a past time, need to be able to move and be agile now

As long as you can crash a pack (which imo Caddy does aswell as most) then shouldnt be an issue

Draper for now is also pretty big bear like and Gerryn will take over, although both move well enough for now

Visentini seems to be developing adequately in an ursi sort of way by all reports.

 

[Keystone agony]

Last 3 teams to win a flag had 3 big forward half talls

Fort Daniher hipwood
Cox Cameron Frampton (McStay)
Hawkins Cameron whoever played ruck

Before them Richmond had Nank, Jack and lynch

You need the size they just can’t be slow

I dont see any bear there besides Hawkins

Daniher the next closest and relied on his athleticsm to jump abd move better agility wise than his 200cm on him

Caddy plays as imposing as any of those outside Hawkins

 

[jdstorm]

I dont see any bear there besides Hawkins

Daniher the next closest and relied on his athleticsm to jump abd move better agility wise than his 200cm on him

Caddy plays as imposing as any of those outside Hawkins

Suppose it’s all in definition semantics. Was Just highlighting that all
Those players were tall/long.

Bear or not

 

[HirdsTheWord]

god damnit all these posts about bears got me excited that Hurley was coming back

 

[Squeaky]

god damnit all these posts about bears got me excited that Hurley was coming back

It's a freakin bear jamberoo around here...

It's either Bears' or immigants' fault!!

 

[Lore]

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my boy!

 

[jdstorm]

Anyone at training today?

 

[TheUnicorn]

My boy Tsatas was dominant in the midfield again today.

Draper was impressive; he looked really fit and took some nice grabs.

Caddy kicked something like 4 goals and 4 behinds.

Saad was good again, taking some excellent grabs and executing precise kicks.

Jones rolled his ankle.

 

[jdstorm]

Been reading about the matchsim online.

Possibles vs Probables is such a terrible way to train/improve. Especially with quite a few players missing.

Like congrats you got a highlight against an EDFl team with a few VFl guys sprinkled in

 

[Keystone agony]

I always like the best back 6 om the best forward 6, but am fine with a stronger midfield

Zerrett, Durham, Caldwell vs say Parish, Tsatas, Hobbs isnt really that bad



Harry Jones apparently very good, but has to be an ankle as going well. Youd think he performing so well really putting pressure on Perkins and allow for Bryan to play