Brisbane Discussion

[Ringo]

Any sign of things settling at the Lions den Ringo? Appears to be a fair bit of coverage about changes there. Is it really as bad as it sounds?

Like any club in a bit of Turmoil Tdog takes a while to settle - Interesting heard the interview concerning Yeo and it was only when he went home and realised he was missing his mates did he decide to request the transfer. This is what we face in Qld where AFL is the lesser sport as it is not saturation coverage. When you are not winning games go home factor is a real issue and that is something we have to work at.

Hopefully last piece of jigsaw wil be sorted when board issue is resolved in the next week,

[Nige]

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BREAKING: Luke MGuane has walked out of Richmond in the hope of joining the Lions as an unrestricted free agent (via @AFL_Nick)

[Ricochet]

Some are saying Brissie have been chasing McGuane for a while

[Nige]

Some are saying Brissie have been chasing McGuane for a while

They have, he was linked with a move home for the past two seasons I do believe.

[Ringo]

Finally some good news on the young players front with Justin Clarke about to sign a 3 year deal. Probably thought with Yeo and possibly Docherty gone will get a lot more opportunities.  Looked good down back in games played prior to his injury and has that bit of aggression. Really pleased,

http://www.afl.com.au/news/2013-10-04/lion-clarke-to-buck-trend

Regarding McGuane he was always a possibility of returning home.  His father lost the sight in his eye in a work place incident a year or so ago so that would have helped sway the decision. Do not mind this either especially as a free agent meaning it is not costing us. Will be an ideal replacement for Karnezis.

[BB67th]

So it looks like we will be getting McGuane. I think he plays as a decent second or third tall forward, so he could fit in well.

Also reports that we are going after Shane Savage, and that he could be involved in a deal with Billy Longer. Do we really need another small forward though? I think we have enough already with Zorko, Green, Banfield and McGrath.

[Nige]

So it looks like we will be getting McGuane. I think he plays as a decent second or third tall forward, so he could fit in well.

Also reports that we are going after Shane Savage, and that he could be involved in a deal with Billy Longer. Do we really need another small forward though? I think we have enough already with Zorko, Green, Banfield and McGrath.

Savage plays as a mid as well.

And let's be honest, Ash McGrath probably only has a year or two at the most left in him and Banfield's not that good.  :P

[Ringo]

Agree KB Savage would be an overkill although hearing rumours Banfield may want to go to WA. McGrath may revert to the running defender role again if we lose both Docherty and Yeo so Savage may add a little depth but can not see him in our best 22 atm.


Little surprised we nominated Johnathan Freeman as our academy list rather than Archie Smith given we may lose Longer.

Assuming we lose all the go home players this would be my best 22 not allowing for trades yet to be made

Merrett   Maguire Patfull
Golby Clarke Adcock
Rich Rockliff Hanley
Green Mayes Zorko
Lisle Brown McGuane
Berger Reddan Moloney
Martin Black/Harwood Raines Beams/McGrath

Paparone, Bewick, Lester, Michael Close and Nick Hayes also possible bench players, Staker will also come in if he stays which is more than likely and would take McGuanes place. Martin is named as ruck back up and hoping he can find form with reduction of interchange. Close has really been impressive and would deserve a chance if Black retires.  Can not split Beams or McGrath for final bench spot.If we target Savage would be looking at bench position at best in our 22.

Edited to reflect Adcock our Captain who I forgot  :-[ :-[

[elephants]

Oi, hands off Savage Brissie boys ;)

What are the chances of Blacky retiring fellas?

[Nige]

I hope and reckon he'll get one final year under old mate Leppa.

[Ringo]

If he still has the desire to play and fits in with Leppas plans can see him playing games next year.  He has also indicated he wants to take on a coaching role when he finishes playing but whether that is in Brisbane or WA remains to be seen.

[BB67th]

That 22 looks decent. Hopefully we can add to it with a couple more players or picks that we get from trading.

[nrich102]

I disagree with some of the selections you have there Ringo. This is how I see it

Clarke Merrett Patfull
Golby Maguire  Adcock
Rich Rockliff Hanley
Green Mayes Zorko
Lisle Brown McGuane
Berger Reddan Moloney
Michael Black Raines Beams/McGrath/Paparone/Harwood/Staker (would rather Beams/Harwood)

I think Close is still  a year off, his numbers in the NEAFL were quite low. Surprised you forgot about Adcock :P

[Ringo]

Missed Adcock all together (was at top of list starting with A but off the screen) Adcock instead of Harwood obviously in that team.
Know you have a man crush on Sammy but he still has a bit of filling out to do imo so maybe still a year off to get a full season.  Seen a couple of NEAFL games as well and he really needs to polish up his kicking as well. With Longer going though may develop more quickly, That is why I had Martin over him at this stage obviously it is Longer if we can retain him.

have also amended team post to reflect Adcock

[nrich102]

I see what your getting at ringo, but I dont like Martin. Would rather Staker/Paparone in the team.