Yarran over a fit of the blues (http://www.theage.com.au/afl/afl-news/yarran-over-a-fit-of-the-blues-20131019-2vtpl.html), The Age, 20/10.
Admits he cracked it at times and regrets doing so.
''I found myself frustrated coming back from injury. It was totally my fault that it happened. It's not something that I want to dwell on too much. Mick is a fantastic coach and has been fantastic for us,'' he said, pointing out he has enjoyed Malthouse' direct feedback.
Says that he finds it difficult to be as vocal as MM wants him to be, is sad to see Eddie go but says that this was the best thing all round as the 3 Amigos were squeezing into 2 spots as they didn't have the stamina for midfield and that's where games are now won.
Seems he's maturing (though we'll have to wait until next year to see if words translate into action), and it's good that he'll be back next year.
The scene is set for Yazz to take his maturity and his football to another level. Bring on 2014.
Good stuff .
If he's really fair dinkum , he could be a real star .
Yarran over a fit of the blues (http://www.theage.com.au/afl/afl-news/yarran-over-a-fit-of-the-blues-20131019-2vtpl.html), The Age, 20/10.
Admits he cracked it at times and regrets doing so.
''I found myself frustrated coming back from injury. It was totally my fault that it happened. It's not something that I want to dwell on too much. Mick is a fantastic coach and has been fantastic for us,'' he said, pointing out he has enjoyed Malthouse' direct feedback.
Says that he finds it difficult to be as vocal as MM wants him to be, is sad to see Eddie go but says that this was the best thing all round as the 3 Amigos were squeezing into 2 spots as they didn't have the stamina for midfield and that's where games are now won.
Seems he's maturing (though we'll have to wait until next year to see if words translate into action), and it's good that he'll be back next year.
Good article. Impressed with Yazz's candid appraisal of his form and attitude during that 'slump'.
Seems Mick did the right thing...who would've thought!
Maybe things have "normed" now under MM and we are about to see the team "perform"?
Seems Mick did the right thing...who would've thought!
Carrots??? Carrrots where are youuuuuuuu :P :-*
The only thing determined here is that Yarran knows how to talk the talk and is probably maturing in that respect.
We all know what he's capable of and and the words need to be backed up by actions and performance.
Needed a good kick up the farking backside after basically costing us against the Bombers in round 11.
Our whole side are good at talking...how about doing for a change.
I'm not convinced until our side cuts out the girlsdress performances, close their mouths and let actions on the field do the talking.
I thought it was a good article that revealed positive signs for the future, and a pragmatic approach to Eddie's departure.
Some interesting stats, particularly when you consider that his form was down:
Despite recording the second fewest disposals of his career, he would finish with a career-high 26 goals from 51 scoring shots - 21 more than in any other season. However, set shots were an issue, converting 5.10.
When focused, his ability to pressure opponents was unquestioned, finishing equal first with Jeff Garlett for tackles inside 50 and third for disposals in that zone.
The article actually filled a full page in this morning's Sydney Morning Herald. :D
Can't remember the last time a Carlton player did that.....(probably Judd)
Now if you were a "conspiracy theorist"........... ;)
He put in some hard work for the boys in Ireland. Zackery was terrific.
I would think that both Malthouse and Yarran learnt something from their 'encounter'. Yarran learnt that he needs to be accountable for his actions and Malthouse learnt a little bit more about 'people management'.
Neither will make similar mistakes in the future. Malthouse will still call the shots as he sees them but with a little more knowledge of what makes no 13 tick. In fact our second year under Malthouse should see significant improvement as he will have a far better appreciation as to which buttons to push for all individuals.
I would think that both Malthouse and Yarran learnt something from their 'encounter'. Yarran learnt that he needs to be accountable for his actions and Malthouse learnt a little bit more about 'people management'.
Neither will make similar mistakes in the future. Malthouse will still call the shots as he sees them but with a little more knowledge of what makes no 13 tick. In fact our second year under Malthouse should see significant improvement as he will have a far better appreciation as to which buttons to push for all individuals.
Yeah good post TC. And if Chris and Mick are better for it, Carlton will benefit hugely. Its for No 13 to deliver on all the hype and potential he was drafted for.
If he steps up and does what he can do, we will all be happy. Chris finally realising he was his worst enemy might help him deliver. He is one operator who can't be matched when he is on fire. I won't add anything negative and give him a chance to show his worth. He opened his mouth and now has the chance to prove his real worth. ;)
He put in some hard work for the boys in Ireland. Zackery was terrific.
That game forced him to do the hard stuff, couldn't just use his run with that stupid round ball.
Seems Mick did the right thing...who would've thought!
Carrots??? Carrrots where are youuuuuuuu :P :-*
OMG you guys must be seriously dumb to even suggest those comments mean anything. LMAO he was asked the question, can you imagine if he'd come out and said "Yeah fk Mick he's an absolute tosswad knows nothing about player management". Towing the party line.
@Townsend
Great post and pretty close to the mark IMO.
Seems Mick did the right thing...who would've thought!
Carrots??? Carrrots where are youuuuuuuu :P :-*
OMG you guys must be seriously dumb to even suggest those comments mean anything. LMAO he was asked the question, can you imagine if he'd come out and said "Yeah fk Mick he's an absolute tosswad knows nothing about player management". Towing the party line.
Lets look at the facts.
1. Mick is a premiership coach.
2. Yarran is still a Carlton player
3. Both Yarran and Mick have said there was an issue, its been resolved and we move on. No harm no foul.
Alternatively...
1. Carrots disliked what Mick said.
Hmmm...I'm happy with my position. ;)
Yarran wasn't offered for a trade (as far as I knew) as most of us suspected during the season. Mick knows he has something special. Chris knows he can bring it on. Mick has kept some weird players in the past that deliver when needed. Heck he turned Daisy soft c0ck into a genuine contributor over time.
I expected Yarran and Garlett to be moved on and Betts to be a keeper. I definitely got that one wrong, but I'm not a premiership coach either. One that has played for a chance of a flag, a few times. Casboult wasn't offered for trade either. Mick appears to be dropping from the bottom to balance the squad. not just looking for world beaters and losing other A-grade type players. Ignore Betts, he jumped over board for free. We haven't lost any other good players. That must mean something. Building over time.
Chris, just be a great A-grader. That's all we ask for. Not too much, is it ? ;D
Wish this article was published a month ago, might've halved the length of the 2013 trade thread :P
Yarran wasn't offered for a trade (as far as I knew).....
Yet ;)
Seems Mick did the right thing...who would've thought!
Carrots??? Carrrots where are youuuuuuuu :P :-*
OMG you guys must be seriously dumb to even suggest those comments mean anything. LMAO he was asked the question, can you imagine if he'd come out and said "Yeah fk Mick he's an absolute tosswad knows nothing about player management". Towing the party line.
@Townsend
Great post and pretty close to the mark IMO.
So those of us who believe Yazz's comments were sincere are seriously dumb. Sorry, Turnips, wrong.
Why? Because his efforts after his 'slump' spoke volumes of a young man wanting to improve and learn. He threw the dummy away and adapted... time for you to do the same.
Wish this article was published a month ago, might've halved the length of the 2013 trade thread :P
Nice one Brettie :)
Yarran wasn't offered for a trade (as far as I knew).....
Yet ;)
You must think he still might I see. ;)
Yarran wasn't offered for a trade (as far as I knew).....
Yet ;)
Still might, we have another full week of posturing & arm-wrestling to go.
Seems Mick did the right thing...who would've thought!
Carrots??? Carrrots where are youuuuuuuu :P :-*
OMG you guys must be seriously dumb to even suggest those comments mean anything. LMAO he was asked the question, can you imagine if he'd come out and said "Yeah fk Mick he's an absolute tosswad knows nothing about player management". Towing the party line.
@Townsend
Great post and pretty close to the mark IMO.
So those of us who believe Yazz's comments were sincere are seriously dumb. Sorry, Turnips, wrong.
Why? Because his efforts after his 'slump' spoke volumes of a young man wanting to improve and learn. He threw the dummy away and adapted... time for you to do the same.
It's not totally unbelievable the story but far from a sure thing hence the comments aimed at Tex and kruddler who were just looking to score a few points anyway. So don't take it personally Baggers old chum! :D
why would you trade a genuine match winner?
I'd rather trade Gibbs tbh.
why would you trade a genuine match winner?
Which games has he single-handedly won for us ??
why would you trade a genuine match winner?
Which games has he single-handedly won for us ??
Perhaps a quarter!
But with Yarran I am not sure that he can be judged on his past, he is one player who has potential a plenty.
So what do we do, roll the dice and see if he can live up to it, or trade him now before he shots that potential in the foot?
Chris can say he'll wear the sub vest then dance around the boundary line with a set of moraccas if he likes but his attitude was poor significantly more often than it was good after getting dropped. So until we see results on the field, I won't be too interested in hearing how great things are going attitude wise and how he is now Doctor Positive.
Chris can say he'll wear the sub vest then dance around the boundary line with a set of moraccas if he likes but his attitude was poor significantly more often than it was good after getting dropped. So until we see results on the field, I won't be too interested in hearing how great things are going attitude wise and how he is now Doctor Positive.
Disco. The right noises. Lets see if he can follow it through.
Actions speak louder than words !!