Post Game Passion; AFL Rd 19: Carlton vs North Melbourne

[LoveNavy]

Just watched the game again. Talk about no defensive IQ; talk about no respect for the defensive aspect of the game. It was as if we turned back the clock to pre bye performances... the old one-way thinking and strategy - only offense matters.

Taking Kennedy out of the midfield was a huge mistake. He's been the bull in there since the bye. Should have looked at other options to support the forward line.

Agree with that Baggers.
I thought we looked like we did early in the season. When we leaked 4 or more goals in a q and had no ability to stop the flow.
At that stage, we questioned fitness and players being played out of position.

After the bye and the announcement of the review we saw a bit of progress. Solid VFL form was rewarded, our defence was reviewed, and players were played in position.

Injuries continued, importantly including ruck and tall fwd options. We were vulnerable having a young ruckman returning from injury as our only option, and H. SOS's efforts to provide some cover was admirable but not sustainable.

The difference this week, aside from it being our achilles heel oppo, was the loss of H. The structural challenge, lack of depth, in-game injuries, as it transpired, was insurmountable. I can't imagine a coach having too many levers to pull at that stage.

That said. I acknowledge there may be issues in various areas of the club, from recruitment/appointment onwards. I also believe we need to drive selection standards and provide game day coaching support. 

It's been underwhelming being a Carlton supporter for a long time. We too have to decide whether to stay the course or take up origami.

Enjoy watching the Olympics Bluebaggers