In a way the Hawks will be the ultimate test .

[Rubyjo]

They are up and about , full of confidence , if we don't put then to the sword season is over.

[saynta]

They are up and about , full of confidence , if we don't put then to the sword season is over.

Yeah, yeah, Someone says this nearly every week ffs.

[Yorkeys]

Over the Top nominee?

[B.M]

It’s a huge game

We have a poor record interstate- especially in Tasmania

We win this - we are back in the ball game with a huge game against Freo at Marvel to follow to get 5-5

[The Fireman]

Can someone let me know when it’s not a huge game ?

[Yorkeys]

Can someone let me know when it’s not a huge game ?

A round 24, North v Hawks might be rather academic.

[B.M]

There’s big games - and those you must win

Generally against opponents you SHOULD beat or are around the same level

Games vs Syd, GWS, Melbourne, Port (there) Bris (there) happy to just play well and hopefully win


Lose to Hawthorn - season over imo

[Scollop]

To be able to adapt to Tassie weather, I suggest

1. Boys go for swims daily at Melbourne beaches
2. Walk to training from the carpark without a jumper or a hoodie
3. Wear shorts at home all week and don't put the heater on

The other hazard when they go on interstate trips is the all you can eat buffet

When you arrive at Launceston don't go for seconds at dinner and stay away from the pancakes and maple syrup for breakfast

[Zed]

Like it or not, if we want to play finals , then this is a must win game.
We have a poor record interstate especially in Tassie.
Hawks have a good record in Tassie - and beat us on our home deck Marvel last time we played, They will be chock full of confidence after a big win and knowing they beat us last year.
This game will be tough - but a loss here will tell us that we are brittle and still 3 years away from being a serious footy club.

[samuraisaint]

Like it or not, if we want to play finals , then this is a must win game.
We have a poor record interstate especially in Tassie.
Hawks have a good record in Tassie - and beat us on our home deck Marvel last time we played, They will be chock full of confidence after a big win and knowing they beat us last year.
This game will be tough - but a loss here will tell us that we are brittle and still 3 years away from being a serious footy club.

Actually, our record in Tassie is half decent. We have won 50% of our games in Launceston. We won our last game in Hobart by ten goals a couple of years ago.

We beat the Hawks last time at Docklands pretty easily after a 9 goal first quarter.

[samuraisaint]

To be able to adapt to Tassie weather, I suggest

1. Boys go for swims daily at Melbourne beaches
2. Walk to training from the carpark without a jumper or a hoodie
3. Wear shorts at home all week and don't put the heater on

The other hazard when they go on interstate trips is the all you can eat buffet

When you arrive at Launceston don't go for seconds at dinner and stay away from the pancakes and maple syrup for breakfast

Except if it's at the Mowbray Hotel! Great counter meals in the bistro there!

[mr six o'clock]

I liked there win against the dogs , it was hard fought.
Whilst confidence building , I'm hoping they'll be a bit flat against us and we'll take full advantage

[Vortex]

In a way they will be, we are both very young sides in hard rebuilds so it will be a battle of the kids.

Not sure what season over means though?

How far is it we think we can go this season?

[Beno88]

We have an 8-9 record in Tasmania.

6-6 at York Park in Launceston.

2-2 vs Hawthorn in Launceston.

It is meant to be 19° and sunny in Launceston on Saturday.

[repta]

Saints won't go anywhere if they can't beat Hawthorn.
Bottom 6 team.
It shouldn't be a major concern for a team vying for the premiership. Eg StKilda circa 2010 would have a query on their ability to win thus game?
Therefore that is where the Saints are at. A long way off the pace at the moment.

[SaintWiki]

Saints won't go anywhere if they can't beat Hawthorn.
Bottom 6 team.
It shouldn't be a major concern for a team vying for the premiership. Eg StKilda circa 2010 would have a query on their ability to win thus game?
Therefore that is where the Saints are at. A long way off the pace at the moment.

Don't know were you think the club is currently at, but for me, 'we are still in a rebuild, blooding our young draftees and repatriating multiple players after injuries etc.

Nevertheless, it would be very disappointing to lose in Tassy and it'd make it harder for any chance for at least one finals match this season, but no more than that.

[desertsaint]

i'll be happy with a win in tassie any time. fingers crossed. fifty-fifty game.

[Brunswicksainter]

Surely Sicily misses with a dislocated shoulder. Massive out for them if so.

[Beno88]

Saints won't go anywhere if they can't beat Hawthorn.
Bottom 6 team.
It shouldn't be a major concern for a team vying for the premiership. Eg StKilda circa 2010 would have a query on their ability to win thus game?
Therefore that is where the Saints are at. A long way off the pace at the moment.

We lost to Hawthorn last season and played finals.

Collingwood lost to Hawthorn last season and won the flag.

[MC Gusto]

We will smash the hawks. Freo at home next round is the test of where we are at

[SaintPav]

Surely Sicily misses with a dislocated shoulder. Massive out for them if so.

He also rolled his ankle towards the end of the game.

The club is saying he is a big chance to play which I find hard to believe.

[The Fireman]

the ultimate test will be surviving this place if we lose

Trading players, sacking coaches, bagging the AFL and blaming umpires will off the chart.

[B.M]

I will blame Robert Harvey

[Vortex]

I’m blaming Tasmania for not having their roofed stadium ready in time for this match.

[samuraisaint]

We have an 8-9 record in Tasmania.

6-6 at York Park in Launceston.

2-2 vs Hawthorn in Launceston.

It is meant to be 19° and sunny in Launceston on Saturday.

9/9 - we beat Fitzroy at North Hobart Oval in a match in Hobart in 1991.
Lockett kicked a bag!