Tracking your Team - Port Adelaide

Ben Newton now a Port Magpies player...

From Localfootysa...

http://www.adelaidenow.com.au/sport/afl/west-adelaide-lose-young-gun-ben-newton-to-port-adelaide-magpies/story-fn525un5-1226595950375

AS mentioned earlier by informed posters on here , good work those in the know that can post stories before other means who think they know.

A bit embarassing.

Big Phil wrote:Ben Newton now a Port Magpies player...

From Localfootysa...

http://www.adelaidenow.com.au/sport/afl/west-adelaide-lose-young-gun-ben-newton-to-port-adelaide-magpies/story-fn525un5-1226595950375

"A Power spokesman said the club was putting Newton's needs first.
"All we want is what's best for our player and his development," he said."



Benevolent to the last.

All we want is what's best for our player and his development.

End of story.

I've got a Harbor Bridge I can sell you, Booney

I hope the Magpies never play him anywhere other than on-ball in the League.

Arrogant and untrustworthy.

I wonder if Ken McGregor is a just a puppet destined for 'bigger things' at Alberton. What job does he have behind the scenes in addition to head coach of the Magpies?? What have they promised him?

Guaranteed a league spot too. Collins quite rightly said he couldn't guarantee one and no coach should . Pretty embarassing for Port if his form doesn't warrant league selection , they have to play him now. I wonder how McGregor feels about this ? Having his side picked for him it looks like.

Would have done his development good having to earn a spot in the team and then earn a spot in the midfield. It's a pity as he won't develop as well having it handed to him on a platter.

howthewestwaswon wrote:I wonder if Ken McGregor is a just a puppet destined for 'bigger things' at Alberton. What job does he have behind the scenes in addition to head coach of the Magpies?? What have they promised him?

In a part-time role on a one year deal. Make of that what you will.

redandblack wrote:I've got a Harbor Bridge I can sell you, Booney
I hope the Magpies never play him anywhere other than on-ball in the League.
Arrogant and untrustworthy.

No, it's always been "Proud of the past, confident of the future"

redandblack wrote:
I hope the Magpies never play him anywhere other than on-ball in the League.

You dont need to worry about that. If you do, you'd be wasting your time and energy. Focus on things you can control.

Now, how much do you want for that bridge?

I have to build it first, mate

Taking a different tack.

What in your opinion Booney would be against this non-advantage agreement between the Power/Magpies?

If everything that has foregone so far is ok with the SANFL Commission, despite their voiced concern from the initial McGregor / Richardson etc comments, then I do wonder what activities would be construed as deal breakers.

redandblack wrote:I have to build it first, mate

Your words. My thoughts.

Glad you got my drift

one player at a time getting moved to Port ''Magpies'', the ''Power'' are getting their reserves side put together one player at a time & not worried about any voting, meetings etc on any of the issues regarding this, blind freddie can see this happening why can't the SANFL put a stop to it ? they should be telling the Power if your not happy with these players at (in this case) West well then they go to Sturt as Sturt were last years wooden spooners, ffs call their bluff

Picked this up from another Forum today, regarding SANFL Club memberships (http://www.sanfl.com.au/news/sanfl_news/1941/):

PORT ADELAIDE
2012 total – 4351
Current tally – 3314

Tally this time last year – 3470
2013 Target – 4500

2013 Membership Theme
We are Port Adelaide.

2013 Membership Specials
Magpie membership provides you with priority over the public when it comes to selecting seats at Adelaide Oval in 2014.

Would this be considered a commercial advantage of the "One Club" arrangement, the likes of which wasn't supposed to occur?

StrayDog wrote:
"A Power spokesman said the club was putting Newton's needs first.
"All we want is what's best for our player and his development," he said."

Benevolent to the last.

Booney wrote:All we want is what's best for our player and his development.

End of story.

be·nev·o·lent/bəˈnɛvələnt/ Show Spelled [buh-nev-uh-luhnt] Show IPA
adjective
1. characterized by or expressing goodwill or kindly feelings: a benevolent attitude; - Wanting what we feel is best for Newton.

I'm in two minds about this. The Power have had players shift clubs before the 'One Club' agreement, so it's nothing really new there. But to dictate where and how a player should play whilst under the care of another club and coach is a bit rich. Would they like a more versatile player who can play in multiple positions? Just proves that the AFL don't give a shite about these so-called 'feeder leagues'.

Scrunch wrote:Picked this up from another Forum today, regarding SANFL Club memberships (http://www.sanfl.com.au/news/sanfl_news/1941/):

PORT ADELAIDE
2012 total – 4351
Current tally – 3314

Tally this time last year – 3470
2013 Target – 4500

2013 Membership Theme
We are Port Adelaide.

2013 Membership Specials
Magpie membership provides you with priority over the public when it comes to selecting seats at Adelaide Oval in 2014.

Would this be considered a commercial advantage of the "One Club" arrangement, the likes of which wasn't supposed to occur?

Expect to see this raised at upcoming SANFL meetings by at least one club who is already voicing their anger.

bayman wrote:one player at a time getting moved to Port ''Magpies'', the ''Power'' are getting their reserves side put together one player at a time & not worried about any voting, meetings etc on any of the issues regarding this, blind freddie can see this happening why can't the SANFL put a stop to it ? they should be telling the Power if your not happy with these players at (in this case) West well then they go to Sturt as Sturt were last years wooden spooners, ffs call their bluff

Some years ago when Mitch Farmer was disgruntled at not getting a league game for Sturt, he wanted out.
He was definitely good enough, but an attitude issue was keeping him back. Initially Port were supportive of Sturt's stance, but in the end their player wasn't improving and they wanted him out as well.

However, South being the previous year's wooden spooner, was where he went.
Doesn't seem to be the way it is done now.

Were Sturt offered the services of this Newton fellow?

Chambo Off To Work We Go wrote:

bayman wrote:one player at a time getting moved to Port ''Magpies'', the ''Power'' are getting their reserves side put together one player at a time & not worried about any voting, meetings etc on any of the issues regarding this, blind freddie can see this happening why can't the SANFL put a stop to it ? they should be telling the Power if your not happy with these players at (in this case) West well then they go to Sturt as Sturt were last years wooden spooners, ffs call their bluff

Some years ago when Mitch Farmer was disgruntled at not getting a league game for Sturt, he wanted out.
He was definitely good enough, but an attitude issue was keeping him back. Initially Port were supportive of Sturt's stance, but in the end their player wasn't improving and they wanted him out as well.

However, South being the previous year's wooden spooner, was where he went.
Doesn't seem to be the way it is done now.

Were Sturt offered the services of this Newton fellow?

Same has happened with Danny Butcher this year

On that point, to be fair, I would think he was.

There is a transfer fee, though, and Sturt may not have wanted to pay it.

South would have been next, but it's so close to the start of the season and they have a very strong midfield, so how could they guarantee him a spot?

The Power obviously knew in advance that he would be guaranteed a midfield spot in Round 1 with the Magpies.

i can hear it coming.................................................................



still coming...................................................................



it isn't here yet but i'm sure by seasons end it'll be here & that off course is







THE KARMA BUS

redandblack wrote:On that point, to be fair, I would think he was.

There is a transfer fee, though, and Sturt may not have wanted to pay it.

South would have been next, but it's so close to the start of the season and they have a very strong midfield, so how could they guarantee him a spot?

The Power obviously knew in advance that he would be guaranteed a midfield spot in Round 1 with the Magpies.

If he is fit and released by the Power, of course.