3 Things we learned Round 23 2018

[GVGjr]

Re: 3 Things we learned Round 23 2018

Wasn't that long ago that Richmond's list management was the laughing stock of the competition, and now they seemingly haven't put a foot wrong for a few years.

What changed and how can we model it?

Have they actually drafted that well or is it more of being well coached and having a team buy into a team orientated approach for a couple of years? It's probably a combination of staying healthy, a team approach and solid list management but they have been impressive.

[ratsmac]

Re: 3 Things we learned Round 23 2018

1. We seem to have found our feet way too late.

2. We need Tom Boyd and Schache to learn how to clunk big pack marks up forward next year. A big dangerous forward is the missing ingredient. However the lack of one has taught us to lower the eyes and find other avenues to goal.

3. Caleb Daniel is back in fine form. Hopefully it doesn't vanish over the preseason again.

[ratsmac]

Re: 3 Things we learned Round 23 2018

Have they actually drafted that well or is it more of being well coached and having a team buy into a team orientated approach for a couple of years? It's probably a combination of staying healthy, a team approach and solid list management but they have been impressive.

Yeah they have had bugger all injuries which has gone a long way of getting them to where they are. We should be doing some poaching of our own for a change of their conditioning staff.

[azabob]

Re: 3 Things we learned Round 23 2018

1. We seem to have found our feet way too late.

2. We need Tom Boyd and Schache to learn how to clunk big pack marks up forward next year. A big dangerous forward is the missing ingredient. However the lack of one has taught us to lower the eyes and find other avenues to goal.

3. Caleb Daniel is back in fine form. Hopefully it doesn't vanish over the preseason again.

I think we have also been quiet settled for the last quarter of the season we haven't had to be making 4-5 changes each week.

[Go_Dogs]

Re: 3 Things we learned Round 23 2018

Have they actually drafted that well or is it more of being well coached and having a team buy into a team orientated approach for a couple of years? It's probably a combination of staying healthy, a team approach and solid list management but they have been impressive.

Discussed this yesterday while Graham was running riot. He's not a flashy type and you won't be the smartest person in the room when you pick him, until you do and he becomes a consistent contributor who does his role.

I don't think Richmond have drafted any better or worse than some other clubs, but they are well drilled and have good skills.

[Bornadog]

Re: 3 Things we learned Round 23 2018

I think we have also been quiet settled for the last quarter of the season we haven't had to be making 4-5 changes each week.

Also suddenly the first year players have gained some experience and learnt to play together as a unit - makes a big difference

[Happy Days]

Re: 3 Things we learned Round 23 2018

1. I was trying to buy a car during this game. During this game I learnt that buying a car sucks.

2. Lynch is a better forward than defender, but doesn't have the amazing penetrating 55m kick I imagined he had. Still very encouraging game and pretty legit effort on that last shot.

3. Naughton's defending when the ball is on the ground could use some work, but he's already elite in the air.

[Mantis]

Re: 3 Things we learned Round 23 2018

2. Lynch is a better forward than defender, but doesn't have the amazing penetrating 55m kick I imagined he had. Still very encouraging game and pretty legit effort on that last shot.

His first goal was from outside 50m and traveled through the air reasoanbly quickly.. His kicking is the least of his concerns.

3. Naughton's defending when the ball is on the ground could use some work, but he's already elite in the air.

If this was basis the fumbling effort in the pocket that resulted in a Tiger goal he was a victim of circumstances (expected the ball to roll out) and also the fact he was totally gassed. He went off after this piece of play and he almost didn't make it before the ball was bounced again.

[whythelongface]

Re: 3 Things we learned Round 23 2018

1. We have a team that will be competitive next year. With the possible acquisition of some talent the future, once again, is looking rosy.
2. Trengrove and Crozier continued their good form. It took a while for them to settle in but both have showed that they are easily best 22. Trengrove moving to the ruck was an excellent decision by the MC.
3. We have unearthed talent at both ends of the ground with Gowers and Naughton. Naughton's marking on the weekend was fantastic. Reminded me of Lake. Gowers again hit the scoreboard - can't be certain of the statistic but i think he scored a major in all but one of the games he played in.

[EasternWest]

Re: 3 Things we learned Round 23 2018

2. Trengrove and Crozier continued their good form. It took a while for them to settle in but both have showed that they are easily best 22. Trengrove moving to the ruck was an excellent decision by the MC.

Settle down, Sandy Roberts. I'm still upset at the Caleb Daniels thing.

[whythelongface]

Re: 3 Things we learned Round 23 2018

Settle down, Sandy Roberts. I'm still upset at the Caleb Daniels thing.

yep my bad. Love my r's obviously

[EasternWest]

Re: 3 Things we learned Round 23 2018

yep my bad. Love my r's obviously

All good, just teasing.

[Mofra]

Re: 3 Things we learned Round 23 2018

1. We will head into the pre-season with some real momentum and some players having found their best position.

2. Our backline and mids can match it with anyone. A little bit of class forward of the ball would makes us so much more dangerous.

3. Richards shows glimpses every game of being the first player you'd want to tag as an opposition coach. Big call in a team with Macrae, Bont and JJ but he has an ability to just run through the lines then deliver well. A pre-season or two into that kid and he will be in our top handful of most important players on the list.

[hujsh]

Re: 3 Things we learned Round 23 2018

3. Richards shows glimpses every game of being the first player you'd want to tag as an opposition coach. Big call in a team with Macrae, Bont and JJ but he has an ability to just run through the lines then deliver well. A pre-season or two into that kid and he will be in our top handful of most important players on the list.

Reminds me of a young Griffen. Especially with that goal he kicked after that shimmy on the 50