05-21-2023, 08:31 AM
(05-21-2023, 08:26 AM)Macca37 link Wrote:Part of the problem when we do go forward is that Durdin, Motlop and Owies seem to go missing, allowing the backs to clear the ball away under little if any pressure, and we are in trouble again.
While we have to rely on Charlie and H to do most of the work then the ball is directed to them and we become so predictable.
Also, our poor kicking for goal from set shots is a morale killer.
I think we need to work in tandem somewhat.
Make sure Charlie has a shadow, and Harry has a shadow.
Ensure neither of them are targeted without one of our smalls ready to pounce at their feet.
A couple time we went to Harry when he was 1-on-1 and he failed to mark. 99 times out of 100, he loses once the ball is dropped. We must have a small forward with him to mop up.
Similarly with Charlie, although he is a bit better on the ground, just not as good as required.
Of course we can use this to our advantage and have Harry block for our small forwards who can find space themselves and we kick to them instead.
But, it should all start by 'pairing' a small forward with a key forward.