Port Adelaide Season 2012

[saintal]

Nothing at all against the guy, but you must wonder how Phillips can get a call up on the back of a 4 possession game for Nwd, especially given the fact that he has rarely produced anything of note at AFL level?

Found that inclusion quite unusual.

Port need Schulz back in a hurry.

[scoob]

Pinpointed a few of our problems here, mostly down back.

Trengove - This bloke is seriously good. Reads the play well and hits in hard. One of our few shining lights in defence with a reliable Surjan.
Chaplin - Was groomed to replace Chad as the sweeper / third-man-up across the back half. Problem is, he does not cover well enough when the opposition has the ball and of late has been terrible with his decision making and skill execution*.

Carlile - Simply does not have the motor to run with the modern day power forward. Pavlich, Cloke et al run him ragged and he too is making poor decisions*.

Boak - Not playing anywhere near the level we think he can or need him to, again terrible disposal at the moment*.

I have put a * in these comments as the game plan used yesterday of going sideways after holding the ball in the back half after every ******* possesion will only give the defensive zone of opposing teams ( none more "zone" or "defensive" than a Lyon coached side ) time to set-up and give the forwards little to no room to move. Being harsh on anyone playing forward of centre for Port at the moment is a waste of time because they simply are not getting the supply.

Who is to blame? Well, if it is the coach who is telling them to play that way he might want to look for another gig. Williams went out the door when he played that way. Trying to play "keepies off" half way through the third quarter when you're 4 goals down with a team kicking at 40% efficiency is not going to win you games.

For mine, Primus has the remainder of 2012 to show us what he's got to offer or we are looking for another coach. His comments that statistics back up the fact we have improved are wearing thin. We won 3 games last year, when we have 4 wins in 2012 I'll say we've improved.

Sadly our skipper is fast becomming a weak link. Dom just cant match it with the runners he tries to chase, he has no "next gear" to hit when chasing or trying to breakout of a pack. Sure, his head is over the ball and he works his arse off but his lack of pace is not a welcome addition to a players kit bag in the modern game.

I could go on and on and on.....

Sure he has a good grab and is as determined as they come, but his skills are woeful - as a general rule they are the worse skilled AFL side I think I have seen and this bloke is one of the worst offenders... count how many times he turns it by foot next time he plays - at the moment I believe he is highly overrated.

[Footy Smart]

Pinpointed a few of our problems here, mostly down back.

Trengove - This bloke is seriously good. Reads the play well and hits in hard. One of our few shining lights in defence with a reliable Surjan.
Chaplin - Was groomed to replace Chad as the sweeper / third-man-up across the back half. Problem is, he does not cover well enough when the opposition has the ball and of late has been terrible with his decision making and skill execution*.

Carlile - Simply does not have the motor to run with the modern day power forward. Pavlich, Cloke et al run him ragged and he too is making poor decisions*.

Boak - Not playing anywhere near the level we think he can or need him to, again terrible disposal at the moment*.

I have put a * in these comments as the game plan used yesterday of going sideways after holding the ball in the back half after every ******* possesion will only give the defensive zone of opposing teams ( none more "zone" or "defensive" than a Lyon coached side ) time to set-up and give the forwards little to no room to move. Being harsh on anyone playing forward of centre for Port at the moment is a waste of time because they simply are not getting the supply.

Who is to blame? Well, if it is the coach who is telling them to play that way he might want to look for another gig. Williams went out the door when he played that way. Trying to play "keepies off" half way through the third quarter when you're 4 goals down with a team kicking at 40% efficiency is not going to win you games.

For mine, Primus has the remainder of 2012 to show us what he's got to offer or we are looking for another coach. His comments that statistics back up the fact we have improved are wearing thin. We won 3 games last year, when we have 4 wins in 2012 I'll say we've improved.

Sadly our skipper is fast becomming a weak link. Dom just cant match it with the runners he tries to chase, he has no "next gear" to hit when chasing or trying to breakout of a pack. Sure, his head is over the ball and he works his arse off but his lack of pace is not a welcome addition to a players kit bag in the modern game.

I could go on and on and on.....

Sure he has a good grab and is as determined as they come, but his skills are woeful - as a general rule they are the worse skilled AFL side I think I have seen and this bloke is one of the worst offenders... count how many times he turns it by foot next time he plays - at the moment I believe he is highly overrated.

Cant agree Scoob, if your talking about Chaplin then yes. Trengrove will be a rock that that can build around.... He has an ungainly kicking style but isnt that bad, and wouldnt say over rated either. Doesnt get a heap of praise

[Brodlach]

The way they are going, makes me wonder how/why Chad Cornes was asked to retire, especially the way he is going at GWS this year. He would be a better option than some who are playing.

[Dutchy]

Noticed tonight that the ball sponsor is Toyota

Whats up with that, are they involved at the PAFC?

[Courtney Fish]

Noticed tonight that the ball sponsor is Toyota

Whats up with that, are they involved at the PAFC?

Isn't that an AFL arrangement?

[BOMBERS]

Pinpointed a few of our problems here, mostly down back.

Trengove - This bloke is seriously good. Reads the play well and hits in hard. One of our few shining lights in defence with a reliable Surjan.
Chaplin - Was groomed to replace Chad as the sweeper / third-man-up across the back half. Problem is, he does not cover well enough when the opposition has the ball and of late has been terrible with his decision making and skill execution*.

Carlile - Simply does not have the motor to run with the modern day power forward. Pavlich, Cloke et al run him ragged and he too is making poor decisions*.

Boak - Not playing anywhere near the level we think he can or need him to, again terrible disposal at the moment*.

I have put a * in these comments as the game plan used yesterday of going sideways after holding the ball in the back half after every ******* possesion will only give the defensive zone of opposing teams ( none more "zone" or "defensive" than a Lyon coached side ) time to set-up and give the forwards little to no room to move. Being harsh on anyone playing forward of centre for Port at the moment is a waste of time because they simply are not getting the supply.

Who is to blame? Well, if it is the coach who is telling them to play that way he might want to look for another gig. Williams went out the door when he played that way. Trying to play "keepies off" half way through the third quarter when you're 4 goals down with a team kicking at 40% efficiency is not going to win you games.

For mine, Primus has the remainder of 2012 to show us what he's got to offer or we are looking for another coach. His comments that statistics back up the fact we have improved are wearing thin. We won 3 games last year, when we have 4 wins in 2012 I'll say we've improved.

Sadly our skipper is fast becomming a weak link. Dom just cant match it with the runners he tries to chase, he has no "next gear" to hit when chasing or trying to breakout of a pack. Sure, his head is over the ball and he works his arse off but his lack of pace is not a welcome addition to a players kit bag in the modern game.

I could go on and on and on.....

Sure he has a good grab and is as determined as they come, but his skills are woeful - as a general rule they are the worse skilled AFL side I think I have seen and this bloke is one of the worst offenders... count how many times he turns it by foot next time he plays - at the moment I believe he is highly overrated.

Cant agree Scoob, if your talking about Chaplin then yes. Trengrove will be a rock that that can build around.... He has an ungainly kicking style but isnt that bad, and wouldnt say over rated either. Doesnt get a heap of praise

His skills tonight were shocking.
Just bombs it away

[stan]

Pinpointed a few of our problems here, mostly down back.

Trengove - This bloke is seriously good. Reads the play well and hits in hard. One of our few shining lights in defence with a reliable Surjan.
Chaplin - Was groomed to replace Chad as the sweeper / third-man-up across the back half. Problem is, he does not cover well enough when the opposition has the ball and of late has been terrible with his decision making and skill execution*.

Carlile - Simply does not have the motor to run with the modern day power forward. Pavlich, Cloke et al run him ragged and he too is making poor decisions*.

Boak - Not playing anywhere near the level we think he can or need him to, again terrible disposal at the moment*.

I have put a * in these comments as the game plan used yesterday of going sideways after holding the ball in the back half after every ******* possesion will only give the defensive zone of opposing teams ( none more "zone" or "defensive" than a Lyon coached side ) time to set-up and give the forwards little to no room to move. Being harsh on anyone playing forward of centre for Port at the moment is a waste of time because they simply are not getting the supply.

Who is to blame? Well, if it is the coach who is telling them to play that way he might want to look for another gig. Williams went out the door when he played that way. Trying to play "keepies off" half way through the third quarter when you're 4 goals down with a team kicking at 40% efficiency is not going to win you games.

For mine, Primus has the remainder of 2012 to show us what he's got to offer or we are looking for another coach. His comments that statistics back up the fact we have improved are wearing thin. We won 3 games last year, when we have 4 wins in 2012 I'll say we've improved.

Sadly our skipper is fast becomming a weak link. Dom just cant match it with the runners he tries to chase, he has no "next gear" to hit when chasing or trying to breakout of a pack. Sure, his head is over the ball and he works his arse off but his lack of pace is not a welcome addition to a players kit bag in the modern game.

I could go on and on and on.....

Sure he has a good grab and is as determined as they come, but his skills are woeful - as a general rule they are the worse skilled AFL side I think I have seen and this bloke is one of the worst offenders... count how many times he turns it by foot next time he plays - at the moment I believe he is highly overrated.

Cant agree Scoob, if your talking about Chaplin then yes. Trengrove will be a rock that that can build around.... He has an ungainly kicking style but isnt that bad, and wouldnt say over rated either. Doesnt get a heap of praise

His skills tonight were shocking.
Just bombs it away

Yep his kicking was a bit losse tonight, but then again he wasnt the only one. It was a ordinary night, but hey he and his mates got up in the end by plenty so he couldnt of been that bad.

[scoob]

Happens every week - skill errors + turn overs from both Trengrove and Pfeiffer would gift the opposition a 2-4 of goals most weeks.

[Johno6]

trengrove has the best handball in the business bar none......

[BOMBERS]

Happens every week - skill errors + turn overs from both Trengrove and Pfeiffer would gift the opposition a 2-4 of goals most weeks.

Have to agree with you there.

[scoob]

Pinpointed a few of our problems here, mostly down back.

Trengove - This bloke is seriously good. Reads the play well and hits in hard. One of our few shining lights in defence with a reliable Surjan.

Chaplin - Was groomed to replace Chad as the sweeper / third-man-up across the back half. Problem is, he does not cover well enough when the opposition has the ball and of late has been terrible with his decision making and skill execution*.

Carlile - Simply does not have the motor to run with the modern day power forward. Pavlich, Cloke et al run him ragged and he too is making poor decisions*.

Boak - Not playing anywhere near the level we think he can or need him to, again terrible disposal at the moment*.

I have put a * in these comments as the game plan used yesterday of going sideways after holding the ball in the back half after every ******* possesion will only give the defensive zone of opposing teams ( none more "zone" or "defensive" than a Lyon coached side ) time to set-up and give the forwards little to no room to move. Being harsh on anyone playing forward of centre for Port at the moment is a waste of time because they simply are not getting the supply.

Who is to blame? Well, if it is the coach who is telling them to play that way he might want to look for another gig. Williams went out the door when he played that way. Trying to play "keepies off" half way through the third quarter when you're 4 goals down with a team kicking at 40% efficiency is not going to win you games.

For mine, Primus has the remainder of 2012 to show us what he's got to offer or we are looking for another coach. His comments that statistics back up the fact we have improved are wearing thin. We won 3 games last year, when we have 4 wins in 2012 I'll say we've improved.
Sadly our skipper is fast becomming a weak link. Dom just cant match it with the runners he tries to chase, he has no "next gear" to hit when chasing or trying to breakout of a pack. Sure, his head is over the ball and he works his arse off but his lack of pace is not a welcome addition to a players kit bag in the modern game.

I could go on and on and on.....

A month is a long time in footy

[RustyCage]

http://www.adelaidenow.com.au/sport/afl/schulz-out-of-intensive-care/story-e6freck3-1226398491208

Schulz out of intensive care

PORT Adelaide key forward Jay Schulz is out of intensive care in a Melbourne hospital after bleeding from his bowel last night.

Schulz was taken to hospital in need of urgent surgery after feeling intense pain at the Power's team hotel.

His injury was a result of a collision with teammate Justin Westhoff in a marking contest at Ethiad Stadium on Sunday when the Power played - and lost - to the Western Bulldogs.

http://www.portadelaidefc.com.au/news/newsarticle/tabid/6038/newsid/138817/default.aspx

Schulz Remains In Hospital

Port Adelaide forward Jay Schulz remains in a Melbourne hospital after suffering an abdominal injury in Sunday’s game against the Western Bulldogs.

Schulz was struck in the stomach by a team-mate’s knee during a marking contest in the second quarter at Etihad Stadium.

The 27-year-old was admitted to intensive care following the game and scans revealed isolated internal bleeding which doctors believe has now stopped.

Schulz will be moved on Monday to a general medical ward where he is likely to remain for several days and continue to be closely monitored.

While the extent of the injury is still being assessed, it is likely he will miss several weeks of football.

The injury is not related to the bruising Schulz suffered to his ribs during the Power’s Round 10 clash with Carlton.

[Rik E Boy]

Don't mind Schultz he has a real crack. I hope the lad recovers quickly. Cripes sounding like Knuckles Kerley now.

regards,

REB

[overloaded]

He's been in the wars a bit this year, probably Port's most important player I woudol have thought.

[Booney]

http://www.adelaidenow.com.au/sport/afl/schulz-out-of-intensive-care/story-e6freck3-1226398491208

Schulz out of intensive care

PORT Adelaide key forward Jay Schulz is out of intensive care in a Melbourne hospital after bleeding from his bowel last night.

Schulz was taken to hospital in need of urgent surgery after feeling intense pain at the Power's team hotel.

His injury was a result of a collision with teammate Justin Westhoff in a marking contest at Ethiad Stadium on Sunday when the Power played - and lost - to the Western Bulldogs.

http://www.portadelaidefc.com.au/news/newsarticle/tabid/6038/newsid/138817/default.aspx

Schulz Remains In Hospital

Port Adelaide forward Jay Schulz remains in a Melbourne hospital after suffering an abdominal injury in Sunday’s game against the Western Bulldogs.

Schulz was struck in the stomach by a team-mate’s knee during a marking contest in the second quarter at Etihad Stadium.

The 27-year-old was admitted to intensive care following the game and scans revealed isolated internal bleeding which doctors believe has now stopped.

Schulz will be moved on Monday to a general medical ward where he is likely to remain for several days and continue to be closely monitored.

While the extent of the injury is still being assessed, it is likely he will miss several weeks of football.

The injury is not related to the bruising Schulz suffered to his ribs during the Power’s Round 10 clash with Carlton.

Tough as nails, he is. Was out there throwing his body into the contest 15 minutes after suffering that knock. We will miss him for sure.

[overloaded]

Are you agreeing with me Booney?

[scoob]

Happens every week - skill errors + turn overs from both Trengrove and Pfeiffer would gift the opposition a 2-4 of goals most weeks.

Have to agree with you there.

Trengrove play at 100% efficiency with his disposals this week... His 1 kick hit the spot - Quality!

Pfeiffer was brilliant also ... Love the way he goes to ground in every contest... Its like he thinks he is playing rugby league... how he is playing AFL football is beyond me.

[Booney]

Are you agreeing with me Booney?

No need to be silly.

[stan]

Are you agreeing with me Booney?

No need to be silly.

Reports are boak is heading home. I have no basis to back that up