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Re: Training today
Pretty encouraging. If you throw Freeman and White into a best 22, which at their best I think they both are, then it gets very interesting. Players like Dunstan and Savage may find themselves on the outer, and have to improve even more!
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Re: Training today
Very raw and gangly. But if you put a no.12 on his back there's an unbelievable resemblance to pre season 2000. Time will tell.borderbarry wrote:Yipper, none of our new players impressed? You mentioned Ed Philips, then said nothing about him.
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Re: Training today
to be honest - I don't yet recognise them all. Plus with the glare and being so far away. I will rely on Tony giving us a run-down. I was looking for Jack Steele - but think he was inside. Koby Stephen was out there and trained very well. Bloke by the name of Ben McGlynn went alright too!! Did all the traianing with the boys - must still have the bug.borderbarry wrote:Yipper, none of our new players impressed? You mentioned Ed Philips, then said nothing about him.
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Re: Training today
Is there a general time frame as well Tony for these days?tony74 wrote:Great to see a few at training today. Think there were six or so! Generally Monday, Wednesday, and Friday out on the park pre season. All welcome.
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Freeman running, wow. Fingers crossed that the journey to Germany has reaped a good harvest. It's just great to hear that the Freeman is moving so well. Along with Brandon White impressing Pre-Christmas it's sounding positive. ![Smile :)](./images/smilies/icon_smile.gif)
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Re: Training today
yipper and his dogyipper wrote:Should have had the dog with me - would that have counted 7 then Tony??
In any event - I was the dapper looking gent originally standing next to Aussie Jones!!
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Re: Training today
Thanks Yipper. Absolutely fantastic. Much appreciated - as it is to anyone who posts a training report.
It does feel as though there is a bit of a gee up about this season doesn't it......
It does feel as though there is a bit of a gee up about this season doesn't it......
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Re: Training today
Good stuff. Thanks for the post. I've been hankering for a bit of footy like a drug addict lately!
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Re: Training today
Friday
First time this prep can I remember them all being out there on the grass. Mind you some just did laps. Hugh's on track putting in the miles and hes happy with the progress. Jack Steele will be in full training mid Jan, doing some fast work around the oval at the moment. Roo was there, not bad considering! Carlisle was involved in match simulation so no probs there. Geez Longy can move, reminds me a bit of Gilbert McAdam .
Try to get there next Wed if you can, you'll be impressed.
First time this prep can I remember them all being out there on the grass. Mind you some just did laps. Hugh's on track putting in the miles and hes happy with the progress. Jack Steele will be in full training mid Jan, doing some fast work around the oval at the moment. Roo was there, not bad considering! Carlisle was involved in match simulation so no probs there. Geez Longy can move, reminds me a bit of Gilbert McAdam .
Try to get there next Wed if you can, you'll be impressed.
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Re: Training today
Gilbert McAdam was a great player for us so let's hope Long will emulate him!tony74 wrote:Friday
First time this prep can I remember them all being out there on the grass. Mind you some just did laps. Hugh's on track putting in the miles and hes happy with the progress. Jack Steele will be in full training mid Jan, doing some fast work around the oval at the moment. Roo was there, not bad considering! Carlisle was involved in match simulation so no probs there. Geez Longy can move, reminds me a bit of Gilbert McAdam .
Try to get there next Wed if you can, you'll be impressed.
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Re: Training today
If White, Freeman and Long play some games this year that really opens up competition for spots.
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Re: Training today
got down to training today and stayed around for a couple of hours
I'm no expert and there is a lot happening, multiple groups and generally at a fair distance from where I was standing
but here were some observations for what they're worth
light duties (laps and shorter runs)
Roo, J Steele, Savage, Goddard, Brown
Steele not as big bodied as I had expected
mixed duties (some drills, some running)
Hickey, Carlisle, J Steven (working very hard), Dunstan (looked fit - running well)
Irish guys - went well, Ray Connellan stood out a bit more, moved really well, a fair bit of toe and skills pretty good, kicking looked quite reasonable
Seemed to have a very positive attitude, keen to work and improve
he played defence a bit in one of the game simulation type drills and looked to get a fair touch up by Tim Membrey,
his attacking game looked good though, real dash, maybe some work to do on defensive side
also kicking under pressure will need work, getting boot to ball quicker probably required
leadership seemed strong, lots of direction and trying to improve systems etc
Seb, Mav, Geary, Armo, Montagna (very coachy) and Newnes vocal
a fair few of the drills seemed to be in pretty heavy congestion, lots of players in a small amount of space
Billings - looked lean and fit, was everywhere, lots of possies in the game drills. his field kicking is very very good
I still worry about his contested ability, nice if he could improve that side to add to his excellent outside work
If he gets sat on in a game I wonder if he would be able get much ball
Rice - very nice kick, kicks low and hard over short distances
Gresh - getting a fair bit of instruction, his movement and run is fantastic
Sinclair - big fan, smart user
Newnes - sharp and switched on
Joey - heaps of footy
Seb - very confident, big fit unit, finds space in congestion
Blake - moving well, kicking seemed generally very good
Paddy - looked pretty lean and mobile, getting a fair bit of ball - roaming a bit
Membrey - pretty good in traffic, sharp in front of goal (no surprises)
K Stevens - lots of ball, often looking to take on tacklers
Longer - working on marking a bit
Freeman - did the full session, didn't notice him too much but was in amongst it which was good to see
always interesting to hear some of the player nicknames, caught a few I hadn't heard before (correct me if I'm wrong Tony)
Jack Newnes - Jill
J Bruce - Juice
Seb Ross- bass (as in Bass Strait) - I think???
Minchington - meatball
There was a young tall fella there, maybe a dragon or something? Tall blonde kid with long hair -- Tony?
as mentioned, lots going on so hard to follow everyone, especially if working on the far side
I'm no expert and there is a lot happening, multiple groups and generally at a fair distance from where I was standing
but here were some observations for what they're worth
light duties (laps and shorter runs)
Roo, J Steele, Savage, Goddard, Brown
Steele not as big bodied as I had expected
mixed duties (some drills, some running)
Hickey, Carlisle, J Steven (working very hard), Dunstan (looked fit - running well)
Irish guys - went well, Ray Connellan stood out a bit more, moved really well, a fair bit of toe and skills pretty good, kicking looked quite reasonable
Seemed to have a very positive attitude, keen to work and improve
he played defence a bit in one of the game simulation type drills and looked to get a fair touch up by Tim Membrey,
his attacking game looked good though, real dash, maybe some work to do on defensive side
also kicking under pressure will need work, getting boot to ball quicker probably required
leadership seemed strong, lots of direction and trying to improve systems etc
Seb, Mav, Geary, Armo, Montagna (very coachy) and Newnes vocal
a fair few of the drills seemed to be in pretty heavy congestion, lots of players in a small amount of space
Billings - looked lean and fit, was everywhere, lots of possies in the game drills. his field kicking is very very good
I still worry about his contested ability, nice if he could improve that side to add to his excellent outside work
If he gets sat on in a game I wonder if he would be able get much ball
Rice - very nice kick, kicks low and hard over short distances
Gresh - getting a fair bit of instruction, his movement and run is fantastic
Sinclair - big fan, smart user
Newnes - sharp and switched on
Joey - heaps of footy
Seb - very confident, big fit unit, finds space in congestion
Blake - moving well, kicking seemed generally very good
Paddy - looked pretty lean and mobile, getting a fair bit of ball - roaming a bit
Membrey - pretty good in traffic, sharp in front of goal (no surprises)
K Stevens - lots of ball, often looking to take on tacklers
Longer - working on marking a bit
Freeman - did the full session, didn't notice him too much but was in amongst it which was good to see
always interesting to hear some of the player nicknames, caught a few I hadn't heard before (correct me if I'm wrong Tony)
Jack Newnes - Jill
J Bruce - Juice
Seb Ross- bass (as in Bass Strait) - I think???
Minchington - meatball
There was a young tall fella there, maybe a dragon or something? Tall blonde kid with long hair -- Tony?
as mentioned, lots going on so hard to follow everyone, especially if working on the far side
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Re: Training today
Firstly Yipper, like Con, I admire your fashion sense.yipper wrote:... then they went into a full match simulation which was really very hard fought and highly contested. Standouts were Freeman, Ross, Armo, Webster and Blake Acres. Freeman trained very strongly and is moving freely. He was a very good player in this little scratch match...
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I just want to confirm from the above paragraph that you wrote re Freeman....
Freeman running strongly is great stuff, but the Skunks saw that too.a full match simulation which was really very hard fought and highly contested
However... full-on match simulation... this is what we've all been hanging out and hoping for!!!
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We've just gotta find him a local girl though, so he doesn't get pressured to move to Brisbane.8bloggs wrote:Gilbert McAdam was a great player for us so let's hope Long will emulate him!tony74 wrote:Friday
First time this prep can I remember them all being out there on the grass. Mind you some just did laps. Hugh's on track putting in the miles and hes happy with the progress. Jack Steele will be in full training mid Jan, doing some fast work around the oval at the moment. Roo was there, not bad considering! Carlisle was involved in match simulation so no probs there. Geez Longy can move, reminds me a bit of Gilbert McAdam .
Try to get there next Wed if you can, you'll be impressed.
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thanks Tony, this kid - Tom De Koning?tony74 wrote:Spiral..... The blonde kid is from the AIS.
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Re: Training today
Thanks to everyone who reports back on training- it's always interesting to read.
I don't have guys like Freeman and White currently in my best 22, so reading that they are training the house down and putting their names up for consideration makes me genuinely excited about our 2017 prospects with so much emerging talent.
I don't have guys like Freeman and White currently in my best 22, so reading that they are training the house down and putting their names up for consideration makes me genuinely excited about our 2017 prospects with so much emerging talent.
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Thanks for the reports guys much appreciated.
I try and have a break from this site after the drafts, like a moth to a naked flame i am though.
Go you Sainters!!!
I try and have a break from this site after the drafts, like a moth to a naked flame i am though.
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Re: Training today
WellardSaint wrote:Wonderful report, yipper ! it's heartwarming to see that sort of news in the off-season, when we all have mixed feelings about summer, missing footy.
I admire your dedication, Sherlock Holmes !
I second all of this. Great reports and thanks for the info. Very encouraging for all Saints supporters. Great to hear about Freezer. Really hope he can put his injury concerns behind him and live up to his potential.