Our last qtr seemed to have 2 major contributors - BrisVegas took their foot off the pedal, and we played with more freedom, risk and offensive flair.
Too many passengers, in particular bringing a 'safe', conservative attitude into the game (appeared so). When we played with risk, boldness and flair earlier in the season the boys responded.
However, same old same old, this group folds under expectation and challenging heat. Above the shoulders stuff. Not soft, just not courageous/disciplined (confident?) enough to back ourselves and each other.
We must embrace a courageous boldness against the Ds. And be backing ourselves to win, not minimize the opponent. We don't yet seem to think and act like winners.
As mentioned previously, I was concerned by the recent narrative from the club talking of being in an excellent position and having done so well this year. Too much reflection, not enough statements relating to seeking wins. Not enough explanation as to why our form since 8-2 has been mediocre. Not enough acknowledgement of p1ss poor performance against Crowmunchers... followed by explanation and strategy to ensure it never happens again.
Given up on 2022? No way. But gotta play without fear. Even a nothing to lose attitude.
Doubt we'll have Crippa for a week or two (dumb hit) and hopefully Kennedy can return. Dow and Setterfield cannot be relied upon... bit tired of saying that. They're just not hard enough. Kemp, Stocker and Hayes are all hard nuts who'll have a crack.
Too many passengers, in particular bringing a 'safe', conservative attitude into the game (appeared so). When we played with risk, boldness and flair earlier in the season the boys responded.
However, same old same old, this group folds under expectation and challenging heat. Above the shoulders stuff. Not soft, just not courageous/disciplined (confident?) enough to back ourselves and each other.
We must embrace a courageous boldness against the Ds. And be backing ourselves to win, not minimize the opponent. We don't yet seem to think and act like winners.
As mentioned previously, I was concerned by the recent narrative from the club talking of being in an excellent position and having done so well this year. Too much reflection, not enough statements relating to seeking wins. Not enough explanation as to why our form since 8-2 has been mediocre. Not enough acknowledgement of p1ss poor performance against Crowmunchers... followed by explanation and strategy to ensure it never happens again.
Given up on 2022? No way. But gotta play without fear. Even a nothing to lose attitude.
Doubt we'll have Crippa for a week or two (dumb hit) and hopefully Kennedy can return. Dow and Setterfield cannot be relied upon... bit tired of saying that. They're just not hard enough. Kemp, Stocker and Hayes are all hard nuts who'll have a crack.
Only our ruthless best, from Board to bootstudders will get us no. 17