Training Summer Footy Fix - 2022 training watch

[HomerJayS]

Thank you houdini.

I’m loving hearing what Sam is doing with this group. Exciting ride ahead for us all.

 

[Ned Ryerson]

Rei154, what a difficult question. You've named 19 players including Nash and left out Bruest and Moore who on occasions have lined up in the midfield.

It's far too early to make a call apart from saying I think the ability and flexibility to play back and forward as well as in the midfield will be highly valued. We could see a lot more rotations so we are more unpredictable and our midfielders will be fresher. We will play a more attacking offensive style of football so that will influence the makeup of the midfield.

I'd love Finn to be massive because it will mean our midfield depth will be really strong. The depth of young talent makes me even more excited about watching the BHH in 2022.

Ned Ryerson, I think the scene was set when our senior players declined the opportunity to receive more lucrative offers elsewhere in their twilight years. Over the last few years I've been under the impression a number of players have been consumed by structures and looked like they weren't enjoying playing. Last year Sam was a breath of fresh air coaching the BHH. He encouraged players to play with freedom and to back their natural ability. He effectively removed any handcuffs which were holding the players back and openly challenged the team to target kicking 20 goals a game. The players enjoyed playing attacking offensive football and backed themselves to beat their opponents rather than worry about their opponents.

The senior BHH listed players were given leadership responsibility to guide the younger HFC players and all players appeared to be united as a group. When listening to the coaches at the breaks I was very impressed with the way they encouraged and sort feedback from the players. I really liked the way Sam was not afraid to bring a mistake made by a player to the attention of the group because he always followed up by throwing in a positive.

One parent attributed his son's improvement to Sam focusing on his strengths which gave him belief and confidence. A number of parents have told me how much their sons have enjoyed training and playing at the club.

I couldn't be happier with the timing of the appointment of Sam and the coaching groups at Hawthorn and the BHH.

What a sensational read - thanks again HH!

 

[Dewyyyyy]

The_Axeman update on Lewis through training please?

 

[The_Axeman]

The_Axeman update on Lewis through training please?

Lewis was doing what would be expected. Presenting as an option in the fwd line, getting first hands to the ball and either marking or brining it to ground. Laid a couple of good, effective tackles which was pleasing. I liked his work rate yesterday.

 

[Dewyyyyy]

Lewis was doing what would be expected. Presenting as an option in the fwd line, getting first hands to the ball and either marking or brining it to ground. Laid a couple of good, effective tackles which was pleasing. I liked his work rate yesterday.

Cheers mate!

 

[Dewnior]

A The rising star?

fify

 

[perrdan86]

Lewis was doing what would be expected. Presenting as an option in the fwd line, getting first hands to the ball and either marking or brining it to ground. Laid a couple of good, effective tackles which was pleasing. I liked his work rate yesterday.

Just on that, is there any sign that the tall forwards are more leading up to the ball rather than either running back onto it or just having it kicked long to a contest?

Might be too early to see game style changes?

 

[Brishawk]

Just on that, is there any sign that the tall forwards are more leading up to the ball rather than either running back onto it or just having it kicked long to a contest?

Might be too early to see game style changes?

Probably need to see how we go with an opposition

 

[Brant]

Probably need to see how we go with an opposition

Our backline is one of the best in the comp & at least 3 of them are certifiably crazy (on field) - I'll be surprised if a KPF gets near a goal in our intra-club stuff!

 

[perrdan86]

Probably need to see how we go with an opposition

To see how the forwards structure up and their movements?.. thought they might runs drills to get running/leading patters down first.

 

[Brishawk]

To see how the forwards structure up and their movements?.. thought they might runs drills to get running/leading patters down first.

They do but put an opposition on the field and the plan to disrupt your leading patterns. Do you think we only practiced static play and leading away from the ball carrier under Clarko?

 

[perrdan86]

They do but put an opposition on the field and the plan to disrupt your leading patterns. Do you think we only practiced static play and leading away from the ball carrier under Clarko?

Well given how hesitant they were, and, infrequently they led up to the ball, it would leave one to believe so.

 

[WWSD]

I want to see Day play on the wing this year. He has the highest skillset out of all the defenders on our list. We have more than enough defenders as it is. Playing him up the ground would significantly improve the quality ball movement going inside 50. You want the ball in his hands.

 

[Steven Tyler]

I want to see Day play on the wing this year. He has the highest skillset out of all the defenders on our list. We have more than enough defenders as it is. Playing him up the ground would significantly improve the quality ball movement going inside 50. You want the ball in his hands.

Reckon he’d be more damaging at half back

 

[WWSD]

Reckon he’d be more damaging at half back

Sicily, Scrimshaw, Bramble, Jiath and Hardwick is more than enough defenders with elite kicking skills. Day isn’t really needed in defence anymore. What we don’t have is any highly skilled outside midfielders.

 

[Steven Tyler]

Sicily, Scrimshaw, Bramble, Jiath and Hardwick is more than enough defenders with elite kicking skills. Day isn’t really needed in defence anymore. What we don’t have is any highly skilled outside midfielders.

I’d have Bramble and Jiath on each wing

Backs: Scrimshaw Hartigan Hardwick
Half Backs: Day DGB Sicily

 

[Dipper]

Our backline is one of the best in the comp & at least 3 of them are certifiably crazy (on field) - I'll be surprised if a KPF gets near a goal in our intra-club stuff!

Well white line fever DGB went back into his shell when Buckets 'accidently' whacked him across the ear.

I'd wager that Jacko Callow isn't one bit intimidated by any of them.

Mitch Lewis leading wide into the pockets in the parody training review on the other hand, might have a bit of truth to it.

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[Dutchy16]

Nash and O’Hara both trained this morning with the main group.

 

[Dutchy16]

Our backline is one of the best in the comp & at least 3 of them are certifiably crazy (on field) - I'll be surprised if a KPF gets near a goal in our intra-club stuff!

Kosi is the craziest of them all. Don’t think our forwards will care.

 

[CHUBBSS]

Nash and O’Hara both trained this morning with the main group.

How did ohara look in his first run?

 

[perrdan86]

I’d have Bramble and Jiath on each wing

Backs: Scrimshaw Hartigan Hardwick
Half Backs: Day DGB Sicily

I think I'd rather CJ down back and Day on the wing delivering it into the fwd line.
But CJs run and carry would also work well on the wing.

 

[kirbatron]

I know we want Day on the wing but hes a natural (like hodge was) at half back. I think he'll stay there for a bit.

 

[TheFourPillars]

I know we want Day on the wing but hes a natural (like hodge was) at half back. I think he'll stay there for a bit.

He could be all australian next year as a half back. He is such a great reader of the play and a natural defender. Good height and speed. Great run and carry. I have him in that ppsition in our next premiership side

 

[TheFourPillars]

How did ohara look in his first run?

Ohara didnt get involved much

 

[Pessimistic]

I know we want Day on the wing but hes a natural (like hodge was) at half back. I think he'll stay there for a bit.

I want the game played in our forward half so much the half backs are wearing a bald patch right on the wing anyway