D'Agger wrote: » Was thinking it would be a break alright. He's been involved with a county team every year for the past ten so he's due a rest. He's one of the best footballers I've had the pleasure of lining out with and tbqh I think he's getting a shít time of it from the Kerry mgmt. - the guy is probably Kerrys best full forward, yet there he was last year up in Mayo laboring after Keith Higgins on the wing. He's big, strong can kick points of both feet with ease and is a free taking option - I really don't see how he has never been given a shot at 14 for the league
ciarriaithuaidh wrote: » To be quite honest D'Ag, he is a bit off what is required at the highest level. He has got chances with Kerry and just hasn't performed. It's no slight on the man, he has played minor, u-21, junior with Kerry and done well at all those levels and he's a good operator at club level. I'll say one thing, he's as good as some of the lads currently on Senior panel right now, but thats neither here nor there.
D'Agger wrote: » He has gotten chances yes - but my grievance is that he hasn't been given one in a position where he plays his best football If he was given a run at 14 in the league next year and wasn't cutting it, then fair enough but anytime he's been given a run it's been on the wing which is not where you get the best out of a player with his talents
ciarriaithuaidh wrote: » He doesn't have the pace/evasion for the inside line at county level Dag...he has even struggled at Kerry junior level or county c/ship level a few times when faced with a very pacey opponent. There are fine margins at this level, but saying "he's the best 14 available" I totally disagree with. Geaney, O'Brien, O'Donoghue and even Declan Sull still, are all sharper, more evasive players than Stam. I'm not trying to be critical of him, but you brought it up so... Anyway, weekend fast approaching. Not sure is team named tomorrow or tonight or what. More interested to see Cork team to be honest, but obviously our midfield and forward line will be of interest also.
D'Agger wrote: » True - JOD & Declan definitely....Geaney....maybe, the man gets goals to his credit but still haven't seen enough of him to judge. I prefer O'Brien on the wing tbh, pace coming through. Other than the first two lads who are exceptional players, I don't think Kerry has too many full forwards better on offer. Would love to see him at 14 with JOD & Cooper either side. Alas, will most likely never happen...if it does I'll dig up this post :pac: Be interesting to see what Cork start with alright, first time in a long while I think Cork will win with a few points to spare - I just think their forwards will have too much for us
ciarriaithuaidh wrote: » Crowley dropped. Didn't see that coming. Can't believe Buckley AND O'Donoghue are starting..big gamble. Donnacha Walsh not 100% either I'd say. Not sure really, won't know whether the risks will pay off until game is underway. At least with Darran, Crowley, BJK, Moran there's a bit of impact from the bench you'd hope.
homerjay2005 wrote: » very happy with that team to be honest, if everybody is fit (which is a big if at the moment), we have strong options off the bench. that team if they can go on a run now and keep injurys down will rattle a semi final IMO, if they all hit top form.
Boom__Boom wrote: » I think Crowley is fierce unlucky and I think Marc is very lucky to retain his place - Aidan was always likely to come in after his impact the last day. Agree about Buckley and O'Donoghue. - Serious gamble, especially when you look at the likely level of opposition we would face in the qualifiers. Why risk them? We gambled with Moran and Darran's fitness last week and both had to come off before half-time and aren't fit enough to start this week. This time around we're gambling with O'Donoghue, Buckley and Donnacha. How many of these lads will manage a full game? There's no way O'Brien is going to line out in the half-forward line - Cork will know well he will be nearer goals with Declan dropping deep. Selection of the team has probably been largely picked on the back of fitness concerns (who can we risk?) as opposed to form which is a worry.
ciarriaithuaidh wrote: » Marc was on Clare's best forward last day out, was never going to be dropped but needs to improve alright. Maybe Crowley was slipping in training or something..I still maintain he's a better centre back than Young and hopefully we'll see that at some stage. I just hope O'Donoghue is able for it to be honest, we don't need him getting some serious injury which is why I thought he wouldn't be risked.
Kerryfootball wrote: » Marc is the most gifted back we have so please enough of this lucky to be playing rubbish.
ciarriaithuaidh wrote: » Lads, I wait until I see the reaction to seeing a Cork jersey in front of an O'Sé before writing him off, poor league or no!
keane2097 wrote: » Not writing him off in the slightest just saying he needs to improve vastly on his form of the last three months. Presumably he will.
ciarriaithuaidh wrote: » ..and he's not the only one who needs to improve. Maher is in the same boat, for one.
Boom__Boom wrote: » I take it you weren't at the league game in Tralee so.. It's a fact of life that players age - there's no shame in it - the spirit might be willing but the flesh is weak and every game I saw Marc play this year would lead me to think his race is run. I really hope that Marc doesn't get cleaned on Sunday in my heart, but my head greatly fears it.
Kerryfootball wrote: » I'd agree regarding Maher, for the life of me I cannot understand a player of his height constantly breaking down the ball.
