Simpson post-match v Demons

Senior Coach Adam Simpson addresses the media following his side's loss to Melbourne

[@toddgunther8272]

A new coach this year or even next is unlikely to survive the rebuild. Simmo is now Kevin Sheedy soaking up losses so our future Leon Cameron can take over in 2026 and compete for premierships in 2028 and 2029. Wasting Gov and especially Barrass for the next couple of years isn't ideal -- Barrass would be a good candidate for a trade.

[@olib774]

I am sorry Simmo that you have been treated so badly..Media has a lot to answer for.. 🙁

[@amennamaste9173]

Let him run his contract out ... we collect top draft picks. Then simmo leaves 2026

[@tysongibbs5809]

😃😅 No!😬

[@amennamaste9173]

@tysongibbs5809 yes....Tasmania comes in 2027 ...nobody getting priority picks for 2 years

[@tysongibbs5809]

@@amennamaste9173 Your Willing To Put Up With Them Being Shit For Years With Simpson In Charge Before Tassie Show Up?, Trust Me! You'll Be Begging For It To Stop Sooner Than Later eg:2030.

[@amennamaste9173]

@@tysongibbs5809 they won't be much better with anyone else ....the skillset predominantly rubbish atm, unless we can get more talent...2030 is when it turns around

[@raceyy]

Great work Simmo! I don’t want anyone else for coach!

[@azaalexander5248]

You would think that AFL standard players would be able do the “basics” already maybe we should be pointing the finger at the recruitment team that pick these players that aren’t up to the standard!

[@blairr1875]

I couldn't agree more. Everything Simmo says about doing the basics right I cringe as this is meant to be an AFL team. Individual players wouldn't of played seconds unless they knew how to land a tackle or pass a ball fairly accurately.

[@ENDWOKEDEGENERACY]

Recruiters make or break a team and they’re rarely talked about. The coaches cop it. Talent is everything.

[@_LeeTurner]

Tim to stand down Simmo for the good of the club. Sorry. The group needs a new voice.

[@Wicked_R]

Why haven't they booted the usless prick out yet then..coaches don't walk they get sacked 😂😂

[@ENDWOKEDEGENERACY]

lol screw that. He loses millions if he stands down. No way he’s letting them off that easy and being the scapegoat that loses on all fronts.

[@anthonylynch4737]

And you think a new coach is just going to wave a magic wand and change things quickly !

[@Wicked_R]

@anthonylynch4737 after 7 wins in 3 years dont you question how long a "rebuild" should take? What's this year 3? How long do you think.a coach should be given to "rebuild a squad? 5 year? 6?

[@babylemonade2868]

He doesn’t look too well. You’ve been great Simmo but it’s time to go for your health and the club

[@uToobeD]

I think healthwise he looks basically fine, pressure is pressure.

[@jpw5029]

I don’t know why anyone upset, we should be tanking. Season gets a tick from me.

[@r1ftz793]

Has ginbey put on to much muscle, he seems super slow

[@andrewrobinson2839]

Shreak

[@seanchristie7150]

Definitely an improvement, the 1st quarter was what built the win, only lost by 17 for the last 4 quarters. Let Simmo see out his contract, great that Simmo has a consistent message, a shame the media can't read the media like they expect him to, would save a lot of rehashing n maybe just maybe they could ask a valid question Have to play the kids though

[@John-nl2kt]

Great game Simmo players looked slow but better than last week! The players are not convicts proving their innocence each week in blood! Must be difficult when there’s so many disappointed impatient know it alls that have NO CLUE 👍👍👍🦅🦅🦅🦅

[@Documentts]

“The players need to own this performance. We lost by under 10 goals which is a positive. We will continue to sweep these performances under the carpet and move on”

[@Wicked_R]

@@Documentts so what you are saying is you are OK with losing every week? Wow ..no wonder rhe club is a laughing stock.

[@jackwitcombe765]

We’re actually a joke 😂

[@Wicked_R]

@@jackwitcombe765 correct

[@travellerandwriter]

3 years into the so-called "rebuild" and Simmo is talking about the need to teach players the basics of the game? Do we need any more evidence than the last two games to prove that this club isn't improving at all, but getting worse? This team will be a continual AFL basket-case until Simmo is replaced and the culture of the club fundamentally changed.

[@ENDWOKEDEGENERACY]

As a north supporter I can say what will work. You can’t drill system system system into a shit side. They run around over thinking the game and turn into witches hats against better sides. North only finally turned it around after the bye by focussing on the contest. Drop the system “piece” as your primary focus and prioritise pressure and making it impossible for the opposition to get an easy possession.

[@chinathesideyoudontsee8157]

The head hunt is ramping up and I understand why, but I think if it comes to that more than his head should go . The team selection is a joke ! Just one example out of many available - Why play Jones forward, he looks out of place, but he did ok breaking lines down back before which is something they are really missing ! Then there are the line coaches , lets be honest they play a pivotal role and ALL of them are getting made to look foolish week in , week out. A positive , young mid recruit Hutchy is looking ok , he has a great tank and competes well and someone tell Harley to stop putting his hands up when he doesn't get a free and continue to compete !

[@paulduggan7183]

He looks cooked, needs to be paid out so he can get another Hungry Jacks franchise

[@MrBloxburgBrax]

Not a really good game, I watched it.

[@luckydog3]

How many players are going to get hurt or suffer career-ending injuries while you're mucking around Simmo? You need to go! You can't motivate or prepare players for modern footy. Resign already! 😡

[@tysongibbs5809]

Time For New A Voice/Coach, Don Justin Julie Bishop! Do What's Needed For The Club & Do It Now Not Whenever. Like Hardwick Said Time To Grow The F😲! Up & Do It.

[@ralphgomeze8873]

Keep Simmo ! Don’t believe a new coach is going to result in more wins. We have to stay the course, it’s a rebuild and a progression. We need more depth midfield. Have to look at the trade. English and Baker have to be a priority. And possibly Warner the following draft.

[@tysongibbs5809]

Sigh!😓

[@mickw1842]

Of the starting 22 today, 16 are 25+, 10 are 27+ Those numbers are higher than Sydney. Because of the match selections the rebuild hasn’t even started yet. Looks like a coach trying to save his job rather than rebuild.

[@TrevorPhilipsBro]

No passion, collecting his pay, destroying our club.

[@travisfarley]

No passion? The bloke looks like he's ready to cry. He feels these losses as much as anyone.

[@travstar5447]

Well said Terminator Thieving a massive paycheque

[@TrevorPhilipsBro]

@@travisfarley I really dont care, I wish he would just FO somewhere else. He is destroying this club.

[@raceyy]

Mate he clearly knows footy, and his execution of the web a couple of years back shows that he can do the job and win premierships. Also, the fact that he can hold a level head and get emotional is a strength for a club in this position. If he is doing his best how about pointing the finger at the players (if you have to point your fingers anywhere).

[@travstar5447]

@@raceyy Fully aware. Senior players on huge coin havent delivered for years. However, that happens when you dont hold players to account. The players rule the place & thats because of Simpson's inability to hold senior players to a standard of performance. Simpson has let that fester both pre the 18GF & since. The club is a basket case. I've watched for years supposed big coin players jog around with zero intent. Includes: Shuey, Yeo, Sheed, Gaff, McGovern, Barrass, Ryan, Darling, Cripps, Duggo, Kelly etc etc etc....UNACCEPTABLE Then there's the complete lack of youth development. Then there's Rioli shafting the club when he should of got the boot. The culture is absurd. It's a love in & lifestyle fund.

[@TrevorPhilipsBro]

BOOOOOOOOO

[@anthonylynch4737]

Simmo the nicest guy you could ever meet, deserves better from a lazy bruise free playing group !

[@montsombreSE]

Accusing the players of "bruise-free" and then the coach as "nice" seems like they'd go hand in hand. Not sure how you see "nice" as a desirable quality in the leadership, and why you'd assume being "nice" would lead to more ruthless efforts?

[@anthonylynch4737]

@@montsombreSE Well is not arrogant like Lyon and has won a flag.

[@blairr1875]

Thanks West Coast 🙂 💙💛 great effort!!

[@Wicked_R]

Lets all laugh at West Coast....