Preview Round 11, 2018: Hawthorn v Port Adelaide, 2 June 2018, 2.10pm @ UTas Stadium

[JoeHawk]

Oh great, a Launceston game. They’re always so good to watch.

Forecast is 15 deg clear sunny day with light winds. Yep, will still be a scrappy game.

 

[burger09]

Is it just my dodgy memory or does Patty Ryder consistently play above his usual output when vs Hawthorn?

 

[madhawksfan]

Glad we’re not playing them in Adelaide after a string of tough games.

Think they will have too much leg speed and class based on the past couple of weeks.

We will have to play more direct, positive football to have a shot. We were far too negative last week.

 

[JoeHawk]

Glad we’re not playing them in Adelaide after a string of tough games.

Think they will have too much leg speed and class based on the past couple of weeks.

We will have to play more direct, positive football to have a shot. We were far too negative last week.

They scored about 9 goals by half time with us goalless. Surely can’t happen again.

 

[MatteeG]

I hope someone at least watches Polec. He's far from a great player but when he's up and about they generally win. When he is curtailed they struggle.

 

[burger09]

Good luck to Jarman Impey vs his old team on Saturday.

Show em what they're missing out on jars!

He's been a pleasure to watch so far.

 

[Gralin]

I actually don't disagree with you, Mitch Lewis looks a better long term prospect but was just half pace and a few kgs off it on the weekend, signs are pretty positive though. Schoey would be my pick, I feel he straightens us up more but I am just starting to accept theres an immense crush on TOB within the 4 walls of the footy club and we have to accept it.

Schoey wasn't available, not playing footy this weekend

Just saying it how it is with TOB, He's never making as a quality footballer at AFL level.

You're just being miserable, you didn't need to post anything, try saying something nice about the club or players for once

 

[threesixpio]

He he. I actually had a weird feeling TOB would come back this week. Even mentioned that I was thinking it might not be a bad idea...it’s all my fault. I have thought power

 

[Thaihawk]

He he. I actually had a weird feeling TOB would come back this week. Even mentioned that I was thinking it might not be a bad idea...it’s all my fault. I have thought power

My thought power says, I think he will kick 5.

 

[threesixpio]

My thought power says, I think he will kick 5.

I thought power that Power thought this game would be an easy one but they thought wrong and power to me

 

[threesixpio]

That post broke my thought power in half

 

[Agent Smith]

I've heard a rumour that TOB is back in but I haven't seen the team list and there's been very little mention of him in this thread. Can anyone confirm?

- A concerned KPP

 

[Luv_our_club]

Is it just my dodgy memory or does Patty Ryder consistently play above his usual output when vs Hawthorn?

I don't remember Ryder playing especially well against us, consistently. But there have been a few games against Port that I have blocked from my memory.

I am always worried about the opposition player who is currently out of form. We will help them turn their form around, in our uncanny way....

 

[MistyAvalon]

The Melbourne game seems so long ago now... can’t even be sure that it actually happened

that's when the trouble started.. losing Poppy and Siz

we can beat port.... I suggest kicking goals

 

[Changa10]

Oh great, a Launceston game. They’re always so good to watch.

Been waiting for this comment. Pretty sure the football will be just as shit to watch as most games no matter where or who is playing.

Feel free not to bother, whilst i’ll drive my way up and back from Hobart tomorrow and will enjoy watching some AFL.

So over this bullshit about Launceston being crap games. Most of our games this year have been crap games to watch, move on.

This isn’t aimed directly at you Abasi, you just happen to be the first to make the comment.

Rant over.

I’m firmly entrenched in the hope that Timmy O can can have a breakout game of sorts tomorrow, gain some confidence and start to become a great asset for us. Looking forward to seeing Jaeger up close and in full flight too.

GO HAWKS!

 

[Gralin]

Been waiting for this comment. Pretty sure the football will be just as shit to watch as most games no matter where or who is playing.

Feel free not to bother, whilst i’ll drive my way up and back from Hobart tomorrow and will enjoy watching some AFL.

So over this bullshit about Launceston being crap games. Most of our games this year have been crap games to watch, move on.

This isn’t aimed directly at you Abasi, you just happen to be the first to make the comment.

Rant over.

I’m firmly entrenched in the hope that Timmy O can can have a breakout game of sorts tomorrow, gain some confidence and start to become a great asset for us. Looking forward to seeing Jaeger up close and in full flight too.

GO HAWKS!

I hope its a crap game to watch





































For port supporters

 

[Thaihawk]

That post broke my thought power in half

You're lucky. I'm that old I've run out.

 

[Great 2008]

Oh great, a Launceston game. They’re always so good to watch.

Not fussed if it ends up being 12-6. Feels unnatural to be missing out on 4 points for this long. L'ton has been kind in that regard.

 

[WWSD]

In 2018 we are beating the teams who we lost to last year and losing to teams who we managed beat. Going by that trend, we'll win against Port Adelaide.

 

[badgrill]

Wonder how they'll go coming off a bye? Is it just a myth or do teams still play shite after the bye?

 

[A Cut Above]

Further more it is more likely he did what was required of him as part of that box hill and Clarko sees a role that he can play against port. As I have said multiple times on here. It's never about the individual it's what role they will play

Must be a role that requires TOB to stay as far away from the football as possible and avoid marking it at all costs.


Seriously though, I get what you're saying and agree. At least Timmy can play both ends and covers a lot of ground so there's no doubting his versatility for a big man, he's just such a frustrating player to watch right now.

 

[H2F]

I’m so disappointed in our senior leaders. They will shape our younger players future and out next generation and other than Burgoyne haven’t even given a whimper to live up to the Hodge, Mitchell, Gibbo and Lake days. I’m not talking about performances, I’m saying leadership. Hardwick is actually our best leader along with Burgoyne and probably should be a premature Captain ...

 

[toomanysquibs]

I’m so disappointed in our senior leaders. They will shape our younger players future and out next generation and other than Burgoyne haven’t even given a whimper to live up to the Hodge, Mitchell, Gibbo and Lake days. I’m not talking about performances, I’m saying leadership. Hardwick is actually our best leader along with Burgoyne and probably should be a premature Captain ...

They definitely gave him that 15 for a reason.

Hardwick is mechanically incapable of taking a backwards step when challenged, can wear any kind of physical punishments, reads the ball coming into the backline well, is broad of shoulder, quick on his feet, and a sharp decision making leader who is creative with his kicking.

No coincidence that we supporters see it too.

 

[Randy Campbell]

Been waiting for this comment. Pretty sure the football will be just as shit to watch as most games no matter where or who is playing.

Feel free not to bother, whilst i’ll drive my way up and back from Hobart tomorrow and will enjoy watching some AFL.

So over this bullshit about Launceston being crap games. Most of our games this year have been crap games to watch, move on.

This isn’t aimed directly at you Abasi, you just happen to be the first to make the comment.

Rant over.

I’m firmly entrenched in the hope that Timmy O can can have a breakout game of sorts tomorrow, gain some confidence and start to become a great asset for us. Looking forward to seeing Jaeger up close and in full flight too.

GO HAWKS!

I always look forward to games in Launceston, because for me the result determines my level of enjoyment.
I can never, remember not enjoying a win and I can never remember, enjoying a loss.
The greatest Grand Final of all time, would of been my least enjoyable to watch. If we had of lost the 89 Grand Final by a goal.

I hope you have a safe and enjoyable journey Changa.

 

[Dewnior]

I don't remember Ryder playing especially well against us, consistently.

McEvoy has always struggled against Ryder because he jumps over the top. But his achilles problem will make it more difficult and should allow McEvoy to compete better at stoppages.