The AFL Discussion Thread

[Sean K]

I have to say that John Worsfold's "I didn't hear it" answer in response to a question regarding the West Coast fans' booing of Jobe Watson last night was really poor form.

He is probably regretting that. Should have known he would be asked and should have had a better response.

 

[Gringotts Bank]

I would have said something similar if I was in his position - "I didn't hear it". It's not dishonesty at all, because it's obvious everyone heard it!! It's just a more creative way of saying "I'm not interested in answering".

The media just want to draw a controversial comment. Coaches have no obligation to answer anything at all if they don't feel like it. The media can go and chase their tails.

 

[springhill]

I would have said something similar if I was in his position - "I didn't hear it". It's not dishonesty at all, because it's obvious everyone heard it!! It's just a more creative way of saying "I'm not interested in answering".

The media just want to draw a controversial comment. Coaches have no obligation to answer anything at all if they don't feel like it. The media can go and chase their tails.

You have got to be joking. I can't believe what you have just posted.

"I didn't hear it" and I'm not interested in talking about it" are completely different in terms of honest answers to the question.

Honesty - noun, plural hon·es·ties.
1. the quality or fact of being honest; uprightness and fairness.
2. truthfulness, sincerity, or frankness.
3. freedom from deceit or fraud.

I can't see anything there that justifies the use of a phrase, which avoids answering a question, as being honest.

GB, I generally like the quality and content of your posts, but you have stunned me with this one.

 

[Gringotts Bank]

You have got to be joking. I can't believe what you have just posted.

"I didn't hear it" and I'm not interested in talking about it" are completely different in terms of honest answers to the question.

Honesty - noun, plural hon·es·ties.
1. the quality or fact of being honest; uprightness and fairness.
2. truthfulness, sincerity, or frankness.
3. freedom from deceit or fraud.

I can't see anything there that justifies the use of a phrase, which avoids answering a question, as being honest.

GB, I generally like the quality and content of your posts, but you have stunned me with this one.

I didn't see his face when he said it. I took his comments to be tongue in cheek (since the noise was so obvious) or just dismissive of the media. I think it's better just to give the media something they cannot use, rather than something they can turn into back page news. They are so desperate to whip up controversy. I thought Tim Watson handled it expertly on tonight's game, just making a joke of it (the crowd reaction, not the drugs ).

 

[springhill]

Adelaide legend Graham 'Stiffy' Johncock has retired, effective immediately.

http://www.afl.com.au/news/2013-07-01/johncock-retires

At his best he was one of the best running defenders out of the back pocket and had the ability to occasionally move forward and kick a goal or 2.

It seemed that last season and into this current one, he had lost a yard of pace and the speed of the game had passed him by. His usually clear decision making skills also seemed to become more dubious over the last season and a half.

He was one of my favourite players and will be sorely missed by Crows fans.

All the best in your future endeavours, Stiffy!

 

[springhill]

I am watching On The Couch at the moment and the subject of discussion is Justin Koschitzke.

His form probably does not warrant being a regular selection, or even a semi-regular selection.

The discussion is revolving around whether the Saints should 'carry' or 'gift' Koschitzke his 200th game.

From memory he is on 198 games at the moment.

In all honesty I don't think he should be given token games to reach his 200th, he should have to earn selection and if he is not good enough to play those last couple of games on merit, then so be it. He doesn't make 200 games.

Paul Roos, who I assumed to be a hardass and someone who would say Koschitzke has to earn it, basically said gift him the last couple of games he needs.

This sets a bad example to the young players in my opinion, that near enough is good enough. Those 2 games should be going to someone to develop their game and give them experience in the big league, especially if they earned selection. What is the point of depriving another player with a future to accommodate someone who is finished, and to be honest never lived up to his potential?

Somewhere, sooner or later, a line has to be drawn in the sand on this age of entitlement. If you are not good enough then step aside and give a young player the chance to shine.

 

[nulla nulla]

I'm surprised that there haven't been any comments on the recent form reversal by The Mighty Demons. A much improved performance against St Kilda followed by a win against the Western Bulldogs (Footscray).

Maybe the decision to dump the coach should have been taken much sooner, like last year.

 

[Knobby22]

I'm surprised that there haven't been any comments on the recent form reversal by The Mighty Demons. A much improved performance against St Kilda followed by a win against the Western Bulldogs (Footscray).

Maybe the decision to dump the coach should have been taken much sooner, like last year.

I have a lot of respect for Neil Craig. I would sign him up if I was running the club.

 

[springhill]

3 great games on tonight.

Crows v Eagles

Cats v Hawks

Wallabies v Lions

Thank God for Foxtel IQ.

Loser of the Crows/Eagles game basically out of the running for the finals.

 

[sptrawler]

3 great games on tonight.

Crows v Eagles

Cats v Hawks

Wallabies v Lions

Thank God for Foxtel IQ.

Loser of the Crows/Eagles game basically out of the running for the finals.

The Crows v Eagles game has started and looks like it may be a good contest.

 

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The Crows v Eagles game has started and looks like it may be a good contest.

Even though I'm an Eagles fan (Freo second, with any team playing against Collingwood close third), I did bet on the Crows to win. Don't mind that I lost the bet, not at all

About time I put some money on Kennedy for the Coleman Medal.

 

[pavilion103]

Another amazing win! Boy oh boy wowee

 

[Sean K]

Boy oh boy wowee

I thought that sounded good the first 50 or so times Brian used it. Now he spurts it out every time someone kicks the ball. He needs a couple of new tags, or variations of. Getting ho hum.

Cats look good with a couple of key outs and injection of some new talent.

 

[Gringotts Bank]

I hope Crawford doesn't cry like he did last time. Sort of ruins it when he does that.

 

[Logique]

Hey this, hey that. Hey Bristle, hey Darce.

Half a $mill/ann (minimum) to steal our lines.

Nice work if you can get it. Hey.

 

[Miss Hale]

I thought that sounded good the first 50 or so times Brian used it. Now he spurts it out every time someone kicks the ball. He needs a couple of new tags, or variations of. Getting ho hum.

You are being nice. BT is atrocious and I can't bear to listen to him. Particularly dislike the way he puts down Richo all the time. I assume it's supposed to be funny but it isn't. I now mute the TV and listen to the radio commentary if BT is on.

No comment on Cats v Hawks

 

[pavilion103]

BT is a dead set spud!

Cats 70 inside 50s to 19 today! Lowest ever and biggest differential ever.

3 solid games now with a tweaked game plan and stars to return. Looking good. Didn't expect this this year.

Can't believe finals aren't too far away!

 

[pavilion103]

The Cats!!!! Peaking at the right time of the year. Can't wait for finals!

 

[Tink]

Logique, are you thinking of doing the finals tipping again this year?

I hope so

 

[Tink]

Finals in Geelong?
Why are we moving a game there?
The ground isnt even big enough.

Geelong promotes Simonds Stadium final against Fremantle

http://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/a...ds-stadium-final/story-fni5f6su-1226708062923