Who should be next Captain

[LostDoggy]

I know Griff has only just taken this on but who should be groomed to be the next Captain.
I think either Roughead or Wallis.
What are your ideas.

[always right]

A lot can happen in two or three years. Wallis seems to be a popular choice but hopefully we see others come forward. Although a little quiet, perhaps Libba could grow into this role. Of the really young blokes, Hovat strikes me as someone who could become a leader.

[LostDoggy]

Thanks AR for your input

[Greystache]

Personally I think Clay Smith will take over from Griffen.

[azabob]

Personally I think Clay Smith will take over from Griffen.

Mainly a hunch and the way he goes about it on-field?

[Greystache]

Mainly a hunch and the way he goes about it on-field?

No, off field as well, I think he's a leader of men type. He needs a little polish, but he's quite bright and speaks pretty well

[w3design]

Nothing personal towards Smith, as much i love him, he really should go to the dentist to get his teeth done, a set of strong perfect teeth/jaw goes long way, is quite important for an athlete actually, it reflects a lot of things from a person's perspective health, state of mind, mental strength, life style, habits etc. could benefit the career especially someone aspiring to be a leader of the club, if not fixed properly, really not good for the long term especially injury-wise.

[1eyedog]

No, off field as well, I think he's a leader of men type. He needs a little polish, but he's quite bright and speaks pretty well

Can see Hrovat take over from Griffen for the reasons you mention. He's a little man but I just think he's gonna be a Boomer Harvey on the footy field and he presents well.

[bulldogtragic]

I think it's too hard to tell. For ever Gia was next in line and then Boyd came up, despite Gia being good enough to get hired as an assistant while still playing.

For me, it's not about just a captain, but a group like BMac had the pleasure of having at Geelong. So a strong vocal leader as captain, and then a solid group of leaders like Roughy, Hrovat, Maccare, Minson, Wallis, Libba, Smith, Crameri, Bonts. This group needs senior guys around it too like Gia, Boyd, Bob and Morris. (Apologies if I've forgot someone)

With Griff the current leader, were as strong a leadership group as I can remember. The aim is to maintain it for as long as possible and a captain will emerge.

As for the direct question asked, with what I've said in mind, I hope it's someone from our leadership group who will improve with the captaincy.

[LostDoggy]

Nothing personal towards Smith, as much i love him, he really should go to the dentist to get his teeth done, a set of strong perfect teeth/jaw goes long way, is quite important for an athlete actually, it reflects a lot of things from a person's perspective health, state of mind, mental strength, life style, habits etc. could benefit the career especially someone aspiring to be a leader of the club, if not fixed properly, really not good for the long term especially injury-wise.

To be fair, he's from Bairnsdale, and he's done well just to be able to read and write.

[Ghost Dog]

To be fair, he's from Bairnsdale, and he's done well just to be able to read and write.

To be fair. Hardly. So just because someone's from Bairnsdale, just puts them in a category does it? bit of profiling there.

I really like the way Jackson McRae speaks. He's a pretty intelligent kid.

[Maddog37]

To be fair, he's from Bairnsdale, and he's done well just to be able to read and write.

Made me chuckle.


Mitch Wallis is an absolute standout for mine. Amazing with the fans, already starred in a membership campaign and has pedigree as a captain.

Looking at it more broadly though, Geelong had a plethora of leaders in their team and the same should be our aim.

[westdog54]

To be fair. Hardly. So just because someone's from Bairnsdale, just puts them in a category does it? bit of profiling there.

I really like the way Jackson McRae speaks. He's a pretty intelligent kid.

You really took that seriously? Come on, a bit of country humour never hurt anyone.

[LostDoggy]

To be fair. Hardly. So just because someone's from Bairnsdale, just puts them in a category does it? bit of profiling there.

I really like the way Jackson McRae speaks. He's a pretty intelligent kid.

Could be worse. Could be from Moe.

[bornadog]

I really like the way Jackson McRae speaks. He's a pretty intelligent kid.

I agree and he mentions being in the leadership group in his recent interview. This shows some ambition as well.