Premium Forwards Over looked

With Roos out of the picture a lot of people are cashing in on him for another premium forward.
I would like to mention a few players here that I consider premiums most people over look that will not only get you your 95++++++ week in and week out but will play a whole 22. I also take in to consideration their accuracy, TOG, value for money, skill factor, consistency and dedication to stay and stick with one club.

First Pick

Ryan Houlihan(Carlton)
Why? Debuted in 2001 and has stuck with Carlton from day 1. 2008 saw him back off in terms of playing because of a niggling injury and was not up to par. Although he dropped off a little last year in the earlier rounds he came back with vengeance. Since making his debut for Carlon in 2001 he has has at least 75% TOG. This player knows how to think logically in a split second.  Not only does he perform exceedingly well around midfield he can be extremely dangerous around goal.
He is priced an a mere $327,000!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Talk about value for money
Player to team him with is Bryce Gibbs or Chris Judd

Second Pick

Ryan O'Keefe(Swans)
Why? Debuted with Swans in 2000, since 2004 he has had 98% TOG!!!!! playing all 22 rounds bar 1 in 2008. This stat clearly speaks for itself. O'Keefe covers a lot of ground and his brilliant left foot kick is so bloody dangerous.
Such an underrated player IMO
Price for him is $435,700 what more could you want?
Players to team with him Lewis Jetta and Jude Bolton


Third Pick

Adam Goodes
Why? Adam played soccer up until the age of 14 before trying his fancy feet at AFL. Debuted in 1999 for Syd and remains with them. He has played a FULL 22 ROUND EVERY YEAR bar 2008 and 1999 where he only played 19 games of both occasions. This player has pretty much never missed a beat with 99% TOG. He can play center half forward and kick those precious goals that matter most with his grand soccer skills.
Priced at $420,900
Players to team him with, definitely Lewis Jetta and again Ryan O'Keefe

Player Watch

Thought I would share my opinion on players to watch out for in the coming rounds :)

Go the Farkin PIES!

Of course I had to post about the Pies. What else did you expect.
Harry O'Brien what a level up player. So glad I grabbed him last minute on DT and SC. My Captain Swanny did me proud as did Wellingham. Damn that boy can run, side step, slide, silky as. Even after the 3/4 spell of Big Bazza's knock

Round 1.. do not be so quick to trade

We all have our ups and downs in DT and SC. This is only round 1. What we make of our teams as coaches from this point until round 3 counts most. We most likely have chosen well but also put a few clangers in our teams EEEKKK. What do we do here here in on out? This is the real question

Lets the games begin!!!

Hooray finally the real AFL season is starting in one more sleeps! (yes I feel like a kids on Christmas eve wanting my pressies). I can see you all now through my magic screen typing and clicking away frantically as the Blues vs Tigers players list is posted. Making last minute changes.

My Best DT Back Picks

Value packed backs

Leadership and Coaches Opinions

For me footy IS the be all end all. There is no other hobby in my life that even comes close. My passion for this game goes way back to when I was 4. I understand the rules, the umpires and even the coaches. The top seven leaders elected in each team. Their opinions also rate highly for me. WHY?

Rookies

With the start of the round getting to close panic mode sets in. Swapping, trading and removing players, click click click 'save my team'. The initial set up of your team is crucial but with a little guidance and setting limits for yourself it becomes somewhat more simplified. There are no set rules to who you may or may not choose. Below are a few guidelines I follow when choosing my team.

Be careful when choosing your Super Coach Team

OK lets start by saying one thing. We all have our lovable players from
2009 that we all want again in 2010. So where do you start when choosing your SC.
The main thing to look for is accuracy. This is where most SC points are scored. There is no point grabbing a

Considerations when choosing your DT and Trading

There are so many aspects of the players to consider when choosing and trading your DreamTeam. Thought I might mention a few that are not so obvious.

My Pick Adelaide Backs

BACKS

Hawks

I do not think Hawks will be right at the top this year, however I do think they will be trying extremely hard to remove memories of their flop last year. It is not unusual for a Premiership side to fall down the list the following year.

Trades

Before I use one of my Trades I think about many things. A cheapy giving me an average of at least 70 and has raised in price I will usually hang onto if my kitty hasn't allowed me to get the Gun scoring 100+ every week. Sometimes as the rookies elevate in price and you trade them in for someone at pretty much the same price who has played at least 4+ years of footy, they do not always have a better average. In which case why not keep the rookie?

Drawing to a Close

As we all ponder on our Dream Team and Super Coach Teams, the real action begins at the first bounce. I have seen the ball up in the pre-season and I do welcome this, however, if they decide to take away the centre square bounce I will be somewhat dumbfounded.

The Glory of the Goal

As the Premiership season draws closer and we have all changed our DT and SC a gazillion times (is gazillion a word? lol), I feel it is time to put our heads down and thumbs up. We are all here for the love of the game and what a damn fine game it is. No where else will you find such skill, pace, kicking ability and the oh so ever beautiful contested mark.

Anzac Day Clash

In 1959 if a match between clubs fell on Anzac day it was postponed until the following week. No Anzac Day matches were played if they fell on a Saturday. The very first
match played on Anzac Day was in 1960. Parliament saw the lift of 'No matches on Anzac Day'

This game is considered one of the biggest

Rocket Handball

I really miss the days of the ‘Rocket Handball’ where players would run over a distance spin the ball upwards using alternate hands to their 'team mate' (edited for September ha). Now we have

Old dogs new tricks?

Ok let it be said, Can you teach an old dog new tricks? With the amount of rookies coming into sides, it is the end of an era. Fully overhauled team is playing with the new rules etc. Is there room for the old dogs?

The Hype

I remember when I was the ripe old age of 19. I was living in Geelong West at the time and Kardinia Park was a hop skip and a jump away. My buddies and I would watch up to three quarter time then head on down