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A proud suburb that became a hotspot for drugs that contributed to them moving to Casey in the first place.
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Shocking joint , shocking ground
That's sad: coming from the other side of the Bridge, aka ‘The Jungle’, I’m not aware of the psychographics of that area.
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It's not proud
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Wasn't taking a pot shot, only stating whats been said on the wiki page
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What do you think of Ports latest ruck recruitment in Sam Grant please.
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Eh. Haven't seen much but Keogh is better. Probably depth at Port
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East or West?
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St Kilda's commitment to rookie a sandringham player per year fell over on the first attempt.... I think they expected their recruitment to improve but they were still terrible.
Good to see they won't waste a list spot for a sandringham player that doesn't deserve it and lol for even making this commitment in the first place.
Good to see they won't waste a list spot for a sandringham player that doesn't deserve it and lol for even making this commitment in the first place.
Shame for the players who signed there in 2024 on the basis of that commitment.
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they probably should have played better
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Who in theory could have been a viable option?
Darby Hipwell is now at Frankston probably the best chance?
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If he thought he was any chance of the saints giving him a go he'd either still be at sandy or they would have fought to have kept him already. Not let him go to Frankston
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What else would you expect from them
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These two clubs were also clubs that said they were going to go stand alone nearly a decade ago and it never happened
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If Frankston's goal is to recruit ex Dragons and even Stingrays is a great move , as these kids mostly don't get a go at St Sandy , also Beaumaris was another club trying to get them , but theclub and coach are on the nose
VFL: Bombers re-sign emerging quartet
Dons continue to lock away VFL talent for 2025.By essendonfc.com.au
4 days ago
Essendon VFL have received a further boost, with emerging talents Matthew Foley, Jack Peris, Solomon McKay and Mahmoud Taha officially on board for the 2025 season.
The quartet’s re-signing also comes as the Dons confirm the acquisition of former VFL GIANT Nic Quigg for next year.
Last season’s signing Peris made instant impact in his first year as a Don, with his manic pressure and developing forward craft making the 20-year-old one of the more consistent contributors across 15 games in 2024.
The former AFL Saint’s follow-up work and strong tackling have established himself as a reliable teammate within the Bombers’ VFL program, traits that will continue to bolster the squad in 2025.
Foley also continues a strong run in red and black after making his VFL debut in the second half of the 2023 season.
The James Hird Academy prospect featured 17 times in 2024 and tallied a career-high 35 disposals in the penultimate round against the Northern Bullants, eventually taking home the Bombers’ VFL Rising Star Award for a promising season.
McKay was another who received kudos for his efforts this year, taking home the club’s Best Development Player Award after two strong years of growth within the program.
The intercepting defender showed great versatility throughout the year, particularly in the first half of the season where he strung together a run of eight consecutive games and impressed behind the ball.
Taha, another JHA product who has represented Vic Metro at Under 18 level in the past, worked his way into the VFL side in 2023 and made his debut against Sydney at Windy Hill in round 19 of that season.
Coming off a season hampered by injuries, Taha will be keen to try and cement a spot in the line-up once again in 2025.
New signing Quigg, who captained the Murray Bushrangers in 2022 and claimed second place in their Best and Fairest in the same year, joins the Bombers after a productive season at VFL level with GWS.
The 185cm midfielder-forward from Seymour will be keen to bring his talents to the squad next season.
Essendon VFL officially begin their pre-season preparation with an extended squad this week.
VFL: Hately, O’Neill sign on for 2025
Leaders commit to Bombers for next season.By essendonfc.com.au
Sep 11, 2024, 9:07pm
Essendon VFL have received welcome continuity heading into the off-season, with Captain Xavier O’Neill and Vice-Captain Jackson Hately each committing to the club for the 2025 season.
The pair have been key cogs in the Bombers’ VFL squad since joining ahead of the 2024 season, named formally as club leaders on the verge of the campaign and providing consistency to the young side with their AFL experience.
Rewarded internally for their strong opening seasons in red and black, Hately finished the season with both Best and Fairest and Don of the Year honours, while O’Neill took home Best Clubman and finished third place in the count.
Skipper O’Neill is keen to continue his tenure as a Bomber, particularly off the back of the program’s continual development in 2024 following his move from Perth.
“I’m rapt to be on board with the program again for next year,” O’Neill said.
“The club’s been super welcoming for me since I’ve arrived and seeing the way this group’s come along over the course of the year, it made the decision pretty easy for me in the end.
“We showed what we were capable of in the second half of the year and I’m keen to keep that going into next season.”
Sentiment is similar for former Adelaide and GWS player Hately, who pieced together a stellar first season as a Don.
“What this program’s been building is really promising and I can’t wait to help continue that in 2025,” Hately said.
“The coaches, staff and players’ emphasis on development have made Essendon a really fun place to play my footy this year and it’s exciting to think about the steps we can keep taking from here.”
Hately and O’Neill were vital contributors to the side’s push up the ladder in the back end of the season, with the Bombers winning six of their final seven games to finish within touching distance of a wildcard finals position.
Head of Development Cam Roberts is excited to see the pair commit for another season.
“’Xav’ and ‘Jacko’ have made a huge impact in their time here and we’re thrilled to see them both sign on again,” Roberts said.
“It’s great to see your leaders show their commitment to the program and they’ve both just been absolute professionals from day one. They’ll play a big role in our build next year.”
Werribee Announce Pair of New Signings from Collingwood
19 November 2024
Following the club's premiership-winning campaign, Werribee is excited to announce its first new signings for the 2025 VFL season, with the young and exciting duo of Jedd Longmire and Rye Penny both joining from Collingwood’s VFL side.
The pair join the 18 players already confirmed to return to Werribee for the 2025 season after the successful 2024 campaign, including premiership captain Dom Brew, whose re-signing was announced on Thursday.
Jedd Longmire joins the club with 16 games VFL experience across the last two seasons. Joining the Pies in 2023 from the Murray Bushrangers where he averaged 21 disposals and five clearances per game Jedd kicked off his VFL career in style, booting six goals in his first three games, and finished his debut season with nine games, including a finals appearance.
Longmire is another Ovens and Murray recruit to Werribee, hailinging from Corowa Rutherglen. At local level he made 13 appearances last season to go with his seven games at VFL level, and was named in the best nine times. That standout form at local level earned Longmire selection as ruck rover for the O&M representative team.
Football Manager Ash Collins spoke highly of Longmire’s addition to the team; “Jedd is a tough, inside midfielder who works tirelessly from contest to contest. At a young age, he already brings leadership and experience to the club from his time in a VFL program.”
Rye Penny arrives at the club holding VFL experience from his two seasons with Collingwood, having played across both the 2023 and 2024 campaigns.
The 20-year-old is a NAB League graduate from the Calder Cannons, where he averaged 13 disposals and five marks per game in 2022. A standout for his high-flying ability as a medium-sized defender, the former volleyballer made a notable impression at the draft combine by matching the all-time standing vertical jump record. His performance earned him an invitation to train with Collingwood’s list ahead of the 2023 season, leading to a spot on their VFL team.
The defender played six VFL games across the last two seasons with the Pies, sharing time with his local club Bacchus Marsh in the Ballarat Football Netball League. Like Longmire, Penny’s strong form at the local level this season too earned him selection to represent his league, where he faced off against the Hampden FNL in the AFL Victoria Representative Games.
While sharing the field at Collingwood the past two seasons, the pair were also teammates in the 2023 Young Guns series, a team selected by AFL recruiters featuring players eligible for that year's mid-season draft. Longmire, whose leadership was showcased by his inclusion in the Collingwood leadership group, was named captain of the side. Both he and Penny were standouts: Longmire with his reliable contested game and Penny in defence with his intercept marking and speed on the rebound.
On Penny's acquisition to the team, Collins shared his excitement; “Rye comes to the club bringing a real point of difference to our defence. His aerial prowess is outstanding, as demonstrated in his draft year when he matched the all-time record for the standing vertical jump at the combine.”
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