Keysborough won 97-87, live stats

Watched the Keysborough/Chelsea game Sat night.
Good players in both teams, good family atmosphere.
Chelsea should go close again.

How many teams in Div1 have zero imports, do they all have two imports?

Most have 1.
Shepparton have 2 which is why they are favourites to win.

So how many teams actually zero imports and rely mainly on home grown players?

Which team other than Geelong do you think have zero imports Melb Boy?

So, virtually every team in the BigV, other than YL has at least one import. I would think those would be teams that have the BigV as their flag ship and not a SEABL team. Would that be fair? That's probably why Geelong and other few don't have an import, they use the money elsewhere like SEABL.

Which six? Is there any of those six that have SEABL as their top tier or are the other five only BigV clubs?

Latrobe look like finishing the season without any imports, both are injured and heading home, in fact one has departed already.

Many cry about country associations having 2 imports (rules changed this year I know)but I am really worried about teams like Latrobe as it is looking like they wont be around next year.

Latrobe could barely win a game with 2 imports, were non competitive 2 weeks ago with just 1 on the floor and were worse this past weekend with zero on the floor.

Looks like only Geelong has the SEABL and BigV model then.

I thought Blackburn had a little guard import?

Chelsea been whinging the most this year, dont matter who they pick up unless they get the ball passed to them.

Just on Latrobe, their competitiveness actually relies more on local players. They are non competitive now but won the Championship only a few seasons ago. They have had 2 imports as long as they have been around who mostly have been ok standard for this level. The season they won they had very good local talent who have nearly all moved on including a young Jack White currently playing for Duke Uni and led by Canovan who is playing a level above for Eltham.

Did I read the earlier posts correctly, Shepparton have two imports but everyone else is only allowed one? And they are on top of the ladder?

League office stuffed up and approved both Shepparton and Latrobe 2 imports as per the previous few seasons but didn't realise they had changed their rules at the AGM until it was too late.

All teams are allowed to apply for a 2nd restricted player in light of this error but must justify why they need a 2nd restricted player before approval is granted.

People get too hung up on imports, there are Aussie guys running around for some clubs who are more talented.

Shep have a few ex SEABL guys

Most clubs have them, some even stock up on College players or New Zealander's or even National level talent....

Latrobe have released both their imports.

Was mentioned earlier in the week in this thread.

Are Chelsea gunning for SCM?

teams need to learn that it's a big jump from D1 to SCM. Just look at both Keilor and Blackburn

The main difference is having the $$$ to spend & if their charter is to play locals or not.
I would rather see some clubs stay in Div 1 & have a pathway for their juniors.

Chelsea must be trying to get to SCM, they lose a couple of close games and then go out and add 2 College level players.

If they get to SCM level and Corey gets his citizenship then they can add 2 imports around him, but there wont be enough minutes to keep their young talent happy.

Chelsea rely on imports?
They only have 1

2 horse race. Shep and Chelsea.

Chelsea would have them covered unless one of the 3 guys from Chelsea get hurt.

If Sobey comes back they may be a chance but even with Sobey they aren't at the level of Chelsea and Shep. Not much depth in that side.

Keysborough have run there race. I’d expect them to drop back to the pack as they are not actually that good and had a bit of luck early on.

I rate Bulleen better than both of those 2, and Western Port possibly better than at least Keysborough and a SOBEY LESS Warrnambool.

Anyone of the top 6-7 teams have the talent to win it but obviously home court will really advantage those teams who are lucky enough to secure it. Its only an advantage and not a given...

The most talented team right now because of their recent additions is Chelsea, followed by Keysborough and Shepparton.

Warrnambool get Sobey qualified and they can jump ahead of Keysy and Shepp and up onto the same level as Chelsea.

It really is a very even competition between the top 6-7 teams and those who say it is a 1 or 2 horse race either just dont know the teams well enough or are deflecting scrutiny or pressure from their own teams.

Keysborough probably have the best depth in most positions, they will be very hard to contain.

If by that you mean average players, well then yes.

Maybe not quite the superstar coverage but adequate coverage all the same.

All things revolve around 1 thing at Chelsea.....

Still got your beef with Chelsea Bear. Give it a rest.

Chelsea win Div 1 women with a stacked team yet don't go up. Men on same path except the Coach is the CEO so he won’t get the flick. Crazy waste of $$.
Bear is on the money.
Let’s keep being a big fish in a little pond.

Michael is a very good X & O's coach but his weakness is communication skills and the ability to manage relationships.

My view is he struggles to build relationships.