When does Bomber Thompson come under scrutiny?

[Blue and Gold Blood]

It seems as though the media is giving Bomber Thompson a free ride in 2014, because he is supposedly just a caretaker coach until the return of James Hird. But the fact is that Thompson is in charge of a team that finished 7th last year despite all the drama with the ASADA plaguing their whole season. This year the ASADA stuff whilest still in the background, is something that you could argue is less of a distraction now than it was last year.

Having watched a few of Thompsons post-match media conferences, its as if he is barely taking the season seriously. Cracking jokes with the journos, leaning back in his chair with his hands behind his head, does a lot more smiling and laughing than any coach ive ever seen, especially after a loss. I get the feeling the bloke has lost the plot. Tonight the bombers have lost a close game that will probably see them drop outside of the top 8, yet Bombers attitude and demeanor is that of a person who hardly gives a shit.

Are Essendon fans happy for this season to be a a write off? What do they think when they get home from a heart-breaking loss, and see this ex-Geelong premiership coach laughing and smiling and cracking jokes with the journos and being a smart arse in front of the cameras? Maybe the millions of dollars that members fork out and the millions of dollars that sponsors pour into the club means nothing to Thompson.

Anyone else think that he needs to pull his head in and show some responsibility?

 

[Bunk Moreland]

The only thing the media are interested in re coaches is their potential sacking.

They won't get one here, so he gets no scrutiny.

 

[Biggy_Boy]

Why? He has a few more games left as coach, and then he rides off into the sunset.

 

[ManWithNoName]

Two weeks ago we were insane for "forcing" him out to get Hird back in. Now he's no good?

Make your bloody mind up BigFooty.

 

[Upgrayedd]

Having watched a few of Thompsons post-match media conferences, its as if he is barely taking the season seriously. Cracking jokes with the journos, leaning back in his chair with his hands behind his head, does a lot more smiling and laughing than any coach ive ever seen, especially after a loss.

Kind of reminds me of this coach who won a premiership in 07/09, cant remember his name

 

[ANGEL DARK]

Just saw his press conferance and he seems to be taking a very light hearted approach to the loss. I simply think its because he knows hes only there for this year and theres really no pressure on him to lose his job. I wouldnt be joking around like he was after a loss like that considering his side had a chance to consolidate a spot in the finals today and coughed it up.

 

[Davo23]

There's no need to hammer Thompson.

He's about to take a long holiday (2 years), so a bit of sympathy.

Please.

 

[Sprout]

It seems as though the media is giving Bomber Thompson a free ride in 2014, because he is supposedly just a caretaker coach until the return of James Hird. But the fact is that Thompson is in charge of a team that finished inside the top 7th last year despite all the drama with the ASADA plaguing their whole season. This year the ASADA stuff whilest still in the background, is something that you could argue is less of a distraction now than it was last year.

Having watched a few of Thompsons post-match media conferences, its as if he is barely taking the season seriously. Cracking jokes with the journos, leaning back in his chair with his hands behind his head, does a lot more smiling and laughing than any coach ive ever seen, especially after a loss. I get the feeling the bloke has lost the plot. Tonight the bombers have lost a close game that will probably see this drop outside of the top 8, yet Bombers attitude and demeanor is that of a person who hardly gives a shit.

Are Essendon fans happy for this season to be a a write off? What do they think when they get home from a heart-breaking loss, and see this ex-Geelong premiership coach laughing and smiling and cracking jokes with the journos and being a smart arse in front of the cameras? Maybe the millions of dollars that members fork out and the millions of dollars that sponsors pour into the club means nothing to Thompson.

Anyone else think that he needs to pull his head in and show some responsibility?

What presser were you watching? He was filthy at the way they played, that was more than evident.

He might crack some jokes but heaven forbid someone in football show a bit of PERSONALITY.

Can't speak for Bombers fans but as a neutral I'm loving his work atm.

 

[Blue and Gold Blood]

Just saw his press conferance and he seems to be taking a very light hearted approach to the loss. I simply think its because he knows hes only there for this year and theres really no pressure on him to lose his job. I wouldnt be joking around like he was after a loss like that considering his side had a chance to consolidate a spot in the finals today and coughed it up.

Thats exactly what im getting at. Not showing much respect to the essendon fans being as jovial as he is after a loss. Its just wreaks of someone who has a massive ego and thinks he is not a part of the club.

 

[ThatsjustDappa]

Insightful stuff







*yes, even my post*

 

[kelvin_sheedy]

He's taken us backwards but the media have cut him slack as they are still trying to knife Hird.

 

[evo]

To be fair, he doesnt havent much to work with. Other than Zaka and Rider, all the good players are approaching 30.

Even if most of their players somehow avoid getting busted for cheating, I cant wait for the return of Albert.

The future is bright.

 

[DanWA]

^^ hey?

Bomber is proven.

 

[Bengineer]

To be fair, he doesnt havent much to work with. Other than Zaka and Rider, all the good players are approaching 30.

Even if most of their players somehow avoid getting busted for cheating, I cant wait for the return of Albert.

The future is bright.

.... Oh,

 

[yodellinhank]

I'd be keeping him over the drug cheat any day!

I'd rather Hird next season than Thompson or Craig.

 

[Kipz]

After that Footy Classified episode last year I'm convinced he has lost it

 

[GuzzLG]

3, maybe 4 weeks left as coach. How will he ever survive the blowtorch?

 

[Big Bryza]

Lol at Essendon fans who honestly believe Hird is a better coach than Bomber. It's actually very funny.

 

[SterlingArcher]

Bomber is calm, Malthouse uptight, Lyon impatient, Scott frustrated, Hinkley withheld...all coaches have their common idiosyncrasies at Press conferences, nothing to see here.

 

[BOMBERS 4 LIFE!!!!]

Nothing wrong with Bomber if anything he was really pissed on how the boys played.

 

[BOMBERS 4 LIFE!!!!]

Lol at Essendon fans who honestly believe Hird is a better coach than Bomber. It's actually very funny.

Bomber for me

Best case will be is to have the same set up it was when they both started together.

 

[Substance]

For some reason I agree I think he's actually a touch crazy and needs a psych. just my expert opinion

 

[BOMBERS 4 LIFE!!!!]

For some reason I agree I think he's actually a touch crazy and needs a psych. just my expert opinion

A crazy coach that knows how to win finals and flags,is probably is getting frustrated the team is struggling to make it.

 

[Damon_3388]

But the fact is that Thompson is in charge of a team that finished 7th last year despite all the drama with the ASADA plaguing their whole season.

There's still every chance that after this round, they'll still be in 7th position.

Should they realistically be higher? I don't really think so. I don't think they're better than anyone who's above them on the ladder.

 

[Wooljay]

Does a coach's demeanor in the post-match media circus mean jack shit really?

Bomber > Hird as a coach. End of story.