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I was starting to comment on the 'Round 1 team' thread and then thought we probably need a preview thread, so have brought a few of my comments from there over to here. I have created this to get the ball rolling. It is more of a discussion starter rather than a comprehensive preview. The...

Big game for both sides, especially the Crows. Snag this away win and we are a very good chance of playing finals. Huge ask, as the Lions have been unbeaten at home this year. I am on the record as stating I am happy with the selections and am backing our boys in to win. Going head to head...

No game day thread yet? There is a lot at stake. A win and we can jump into 5th spot and entrench ourselves in the 8. We are on the big stage which is the MCG. Weather doesn't look too bad. The chance of a shower or two but not too much. Will be interesting to see how the polarizing...

We are heading southeast today to a wintry Kardinia Park. According to some we should not even turn up, such is the inevitably of defeat at this Crow’s graveyard that we always seem to be scheduled at and where we haven’t won in 20 years. Others, the glass half full supporters, believe we are...

Out of 23: Gollant Murphy Hinge Schoenberg Into 23: Fogarty McAdam Pedlar Berry Sholl sub.

The days are shortening, the preseason trials are over and the grapes are being turned into wine, all signals that the AFL season proper, namely the home and away games, are about to begin. Both GWS under new coach Adam Kingsley and the Adelaide Crows have momentum going into the game to be...

Adelaide Crows v Brisbane Lions. Round 16, Saturday 3rd of July, 2021. Adelaide Oval, 4.05pm (ACST) Weather for Adelaide at this stage: high chance showers, moderate winds and a predicted max of 13. Fasten your safety belts. The Crows have shown some positive signs this season beating the...

Richmond Tigers v Adelaide Crows EDITED due to changed circumstances: Sunday 30th May NOTE CHANGED TIMES AND VENUE: Now at Giants Stadium, Sydney, due to Victoria COVID outbreak. Game begins 1.40pm ACST (Adelaide) time, or 2.10pm AEST (Eastern State) time. Previously at the MCG 12.40pm (ACST...

I must admit my passion for the AFC took a hit last year. Will it be revived? Will the change in coach and other personnel reveal that it was the culture that was the primary problem as the players respond or will we continue to be mediocre at best which would reveal that the problem lies with...

Please keep us updated and informed about any injuries or fitness concerns. Hartigan has just had arthroscopic surgery on his left ankle, but it is expected to hardly set him back at all. https://www.afc.com.au/news/553672/hartigan-undergoes-surgery Doesn't seem like there are too many...

Wayne Milera is still only 21 and will play his 50th game this Saturday against Melbourne in Darwin. I have to keep reminding myself of how young he is in footy terms. He seems to be the complete package. Skill, poise, evasiveness (in spades) and pace. Will be interesting to see what heights...

Are the Crows the real deal or pretenders and just another middle of the road side? While that is unlikely to be definitively determined today they can keep the question and hope alive by beating Brisbane. Weather looks good with 24 degrees predicted and little if any rain. Gibbs in for M...

The boys travel to Brisbane this weekend to say hello to old friends Jarryd Lyons and Charlie Cameron. Hopefully they will not leave them with too much cheer! The Lions are on the up and will be hungry after going down to the Dogs. The game will be played in balmy conditions and no doubt at a...

I am amazed that we have got this far into the week without a preview. For the sake of simplicity I paste the following that has been in the public domain for a few days. Before doing so I just add a comment or two: This has all of the hallmarks of being a real classic. Both teams have...

I invite all here to join me in providing ongoing updates and news on players injuries and fitness levels throughout the coming season. Having a fit and healthy list with few key players injured will enhance the teams chances of doing well. At the moment we seem to be in very good shape...

The best young talent across South Australia's two AFL clubs will be showcased on Saturday February 23 when Adelaide faces Port Adelaide in an Under-23 trial game. The Crows and Power have worked closely to organise the pre-season hit-out at Thebarton Oval before their scheduled JLT Community...

Win today and the Crow's 2018 season is still alive. Lose and the door is close to being closed. Can we stop the Lion's run and nip their attempts at a quadrella? We will know a lot more about how real the Crow's resurgence is later this evening. The weather in Brisbane is fine although the...

See who can make a name for themselves by naming the 5 best Crows players verses Melbourne tomorrow. I will adjudicate (as unbiasedly as I can) afterwards using a combination of media reports, their impact on the game, statistic and the general consensus on this forum. My tips are: Doedee...

Lachlan Murphy Height: 178cm Weight: 74kg Position: Defender DOB: 4/12/98 From: Crows SANFL Development Squad/Northern Knights BIO: Skilful and courageous small defender who excelled in his first season of senior football as part of Adelaide’s SANFL development squad. From Victoria, Murphy...

Patrick Wilson Height: 188cm Weight: 88kg Position: Midfielder/defender DOB: 11/12/94 From: Sturt BIO: Mature-age recruit who was part of Sturt’s 2017 SANFL premiership. Wilson, who quit football for a period in 2015, enjoyed a strong season after a shoulder injury prematurely ended his 2016...

Impeccable timing Adelaide :) "The Adelaide Crows have appointed former club star Brent Reilly as a development coach to replace the outgoing Nathan van Berlo. Head of footy Brett Burton said: “Brent has a wealth of experience in the game and a real passion for helping players to reach their...

I think most of us are quietly confident. I am. However, things don't always go to script. How will you react if we actually lose? Will there be egg on your face? I expect the sun will still come up in the morning (although an hour earlier for many of us regardless). Will we melt? We...

Crows v Sydney A case of sibling rivalry? For some, this Friday nights blockbuster will be the chance to ensure finishing minor premier, a great achievement and something not to be underestimated. For others, it will be payback for our under-achievement at the Swan’s hands in last year’s...

There seems to be quite a large number of Crows players and staff, both past and present, who have a Tasmanian background. I will list a few that readily come to mind and am seeking input from this forum to add to the list. I will edit the list occasionally so that we end up with all of those...

There is a sly chance that Matt Crouch could still be available when it comes to our first pick in the upcoming 2013 AFL national draft. What are your thoughts on drafting brothers? Are there advantages and disadvantages? Would Brad be upset if we overlooked his brother if he was available...

The above poll is to gauge the thinking of the Adelaide board regarding the possibility of Kurt being traded for pick 22 or thereabouts. The thereabouts covers the inclusion of a fringe player or a fringe pick.

I am in Darwin this week and do not have access to pay TV. Could those with knowledge of the area be able to tell me of suitable clubs or pubs to be able to watch the North Melbourne game tomorrow? Somewhere out towards the Palmerston area would be ideal...but anywhere would be better than...

Assuming Vince is suspended I would go: Out Vince (susp), Smith. In Knights (his day has come), Mackay. I would probably stick with Jenkins for now but am open to alternatives. He could be a weapon come the dry September action (which we should taste now).

Jacobs, Smack, Tippett and Jenkins all in the same team? Why not? Jacobs and Smack as ruckmen, Tippett at centre half forward and Jenkins full forward....with some flexibilities in these roles. Now before jumping up and down and saying too top heaviy consider the following: Jenkins in very...

With V.B allegedly unavaiable and assuming that Porp's is right to go, I would simply make the following two changes: Out: Van Berlo (inj), Otten. In: Porp's, Shaw.