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<p style='margin-bottom: 0cm; background: #fcfcfc;] Recent game - Round 7 2013: At Etihad Stadium, Geelong had a comfortable 28 point victory scoring 113 to 85. Steve Johnson (36 touches) and Watson (30 touches) both scored 123 SC points playing head to head against each other. Stokes was next best with 119 SC points. Bartel was tagged by Kommer and scored 102 SC points. Selwood scored 100 SC points tagged by Hocking.
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<p style='margin-bottom: 0cm; background: #fcfcfc;] Selwood v. Essendon
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<p style='margin-bottom: 0cm; background: #fcfcfc;] Rd 7 2013: 100 SC points, 19 disposals
<p style='margin-bottom: 0cm; background: #fcfcfc;] Rd 17 2012: 83 SC points, 19 disposals
<p style='margin-bottom: 0cm; background: #fcfcfc;] Rd 12 2010: 91 SC points, 24 disposals
<p style='margin-bottom: 0cm; background: #fcfcfc;] Rd 1 2010: 131 SC points, 23 disposals
<p style='margin-bottom: 0cm; background: #fcfcfc;] Rd 10 2009: 136 SC points, 37 disposals
<p style='margin-bottom: 0cm; background: #fcfcfc;] Rd 2 2008: 111 SC points, 26 disposals
<p style='margin-bottom: 0cm; background: #fcfcfc;] Rd 14 2007: 123 SC points, 26 disposals
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<p style='margin-bottom: 0cm; background: #fcfcfc;] Average is 111 SC points with 25 disposals.
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<p style='margin-bottom: 0cm; background: #fcfcfc;] Note: Solid record against Essendon but not big scores for the past few years. Most recently tagged by Hocking.
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<strong style='color: #2e2e2e;]Friday, June 27

Geelong v Essendon at Etihad Stadium, 7.50pm AEST

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<div>Geelong
<div>In: H.Taylor, D.Simpson, G.Horlin-Smith, J.Bews
<div>Out: H.McIntosh (ankle), M.Stokes (ankle), B.Smedts, J.Walker
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<div>Essendon
<div>In: P.Chapman, K.Hardingham, J.Carlisle, J.Merrett
<div>Out: J.Winderlich (suspension), T.Bellchambers, E.Kavanagh, M.Baguley (back)
Saturday, June 28

Hawthorn v Gold Coast at Aurora Stadium, 1.35pm AEST
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<div>Hawthorn
<div>In: B.Stratton
<div>Out: B.Ross
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<div>Gold Coast
<div>In: J.Lonergan
<div>Out: B.Matera (groin)

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St Kilda v Richmond at Etihad Stadium, 2.10pm AEST
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<div>St Kilda
<div>In: L.Montagna, R.Stanley, L.Dunstan
<div>Out: F.Ray, T.Lee, B.Murdoch
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<div>Richmond
<div>In: C.Newman, T.Vickery
<div>Out: A.Edwards (groin), S.Hampson
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Fremantle v West Coast at Paterson Stadium, 4.40pm AWST
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<div>Frementle
<div>In: M.Taberner
<div>Out: A.Silvagni (ribs)
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<div>West Coast
<div>In: D.Cox, P.McGinnity
<div>Out: S.Lycett, J.Cripps
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Sydney Swans v Greater Western Sydney at the SCG, 7.40pm AEST
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<div>Sydney Swans
<div>In: B.McGlynn, K.Tippett
<div>Out: R.Shaw (ankle), T.Derickx
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<div>Greater Western Sydney
<div>In: J.Cameron
<div>Out: T.Boyd
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Brisbane Lions v North Melbourne at the Gabba, 7.40pm AEST


<div>Brisbane Lions
<div>In: A.McGrath, R.Lester, J.Aish, D.McStay
<div>Out: D.Gardiner (rested), N.Robertson, T.Cutler, Z.O'Brien
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<div>North Melbourne...

This week the Best Buys have been slightly delayed, but hopefully the extra wait will be worthwhile. With a real dearth of rookies over the last few rounds this week is no different, making trade selections all the more important. Now unfortunately while we can't give you a bunch of downgrade options, we can offer some POD alternatives that might just be able to save you enough cash to make those final upgrades for your team.

This weeks Best Buy is one of those options, in young Roo Levi Greenwood. After a slow start to the season Greenwood has really started to break out since the bye rounds, generating some interesting stats and apparently benefiting from NDS taking a fair bit of the attention off him. North's run home has also been well documented around these parts, which should give Levi plenty of chances to showcase his wares. Add to that he's only in around 1,000 teams so far, and you can see why he's Best Buy material.



DEFENSE
PREMIUMS





Heath Shaw (GWS) DEF 501.7k 95

Heater's been a regular in the Best Buys for a few years now, but generally speaking he's never on the list for too long. A chronic history of brain fades means while he often scores quite well he usually misses at least a few games each season. Back in form, after his last match anyway, Heater is looking decent value at 500 grand with a 95 average. Hopefully he can play the rest of the season, but his 24,000 coaches will most likely be holding their breath.



Lynden Dunn (MEL) DEF 558.4k 97

Dunn has kept his recent vein of rich form going, averaging 97 for the season but a much nicer 130 from his last 3 games. With a slightly down game over the weekend his price is only looking at around a 3 grand increase this week, so if he can keep his numbers over 100 he offers decent value. Priced just below 560 grand Dunn's high ceiling and POD value from only 3,000 selections are the key points here.



Shannon Hurn (WCE) DEF 500.7k 91
Hurn has also...

Wagga Wagga 1455 d Cradle Mountain 1048
The Marsupials have continued on their merry, high-scoring ways, disposing of Cradle Mountain to continue their march into the Top 4.

A half dozen Wombats cracked the ton, headed by twin forwardline terrors Jay Schulz (149) and Lance Franklin (121).Dion Prestia (137), Scott Thompson (129) and Dylan Schiel (115) were also among the points in a line-up which featured one of the more impressive 66 point games (from Josh Jenkins) in recent history.

Cradle Mountain were well served by Pendels (121) and Heppell (105) in the middle, but a lack of support for the duo was telling - with Johnson, Redden and Zaha down on previous output. The Devils will need to lift in coming weeks to hold onto their spot in the eight.

Darraweit Guim 1377 d Foul Bay 1186
The reigning premiers have suffered their first defeat of season 2014, going down to the Dirigibles by 190 points in a rematch of the 2013 Grand Final.

Injury wrought havoc for the Chickens across the weekend, with Rhyce Shaw (17) and Matthew Stokes (5) forced from the field early in their respective games. Meanwhile, Patrick Dangerfield (71) looked less than 100% fit as well.

These issues were felt keenly as Rance (104), Westhoff (155), Cornes (103) and Goddard (120) chalked up tons and helped the Guim establish a handy lead.

Late game heroics from the Chickens' Mumford (152) and Heath Shaw (116) were not quite enough to make up the ground, with the Dirigibles' evergreen Harvey (131) finishing the game in fine style.

Marble Bar 1150 d Charlie's Opening 1072
The Misfits have caused an upset, defeating the injury-hit Charlie's Opening by 78 points to notch their fourth win of the season.

Led again by Les W Medal hope Callan Ward (120), the Misfits welcomed the return of Brad Sewell (116) in style. Even hundreds from Ryder and Steven led the rest of the Misfits players.

For the Spelunkers, The Frenchman and the Dish (114 and 101 respectively)...

Let me tell you all a quick story about Dreamteam. More specifically, the eliminator.



Upon waking this morning, I needed to catch up 108 points, but had two players to do it with.



Mind you, I had Langdon's 15 as my midfield emergency and Kardashians 90 as my backline coverage.



Should be fine I told myself, even if just one of Murphy or Simpson get there average I'll be golden.



Fantasy sport is a cruel game.



How was your weekend?

Righteo! Round 14 is underway! Hopefully you've got your team fully upgraded and soccer soccer soccer.

Hows about that Cahill goal hey?

Wait, what? I got a little distracted there. Supercoach. Fully upgraded teams and early morning captain switching.

Bah. These early mornings are killing me!

How's your weekend shaping up for you?

Well, we bounced back last week in The Podfather, with all players scoring well. We're into our 4th edition now, and I've been keeping records of the PODs mentioned to see how they stack up compared to some of the top class players of the competition. For example, over the past month (since the start of the article), Gary Ablett has averaged 115SC and Scott Pendlebury 129SC. These are clearly the two best players in our fantasy game. In comparison, looking at a couple of players featured in the very first edition of this series, Rory Sloane has averaged 114SC and Mathew Stokes 116SC. While they haven't quite reached the heights of Scott Pendlebury, you'll see these two POD options have stacked up against the best. That's what we're looking for in these players; left field choices that can outscore more popular selections.

In defence, Shannon Hurn was always going to be value. I hope you jumped on and have enjoyed his average of 107.75 in his last month of footy. Even Travis Cloke has averaged 96.75 in that same period. Last round, Zaharakis, Stokes and Sloane all dominated with massive scores and it's hard to see them staying at their current ownership levels for much longer.

Not many players are standing out to me this week, with a shorter than usual list of players to consider. Still, they should certainly be considered.

Rory Sloane (Adel) - Mid - $572,500 - 112.83 - 4.01%
Rory features once again as he continues to dominate matches of football. His work ethic is incredible, taking marks on the wing and in defence on Saturday night against North Melbourne. He recorded his lowest tackle tally (3) of the season yet his crucial intercept marks and attack through the middle boosted his points up considerably. He continues to fly under the radar and won't be getting tagged unless teams are willing to let Dangerfield run riot. Now fully convinced he is a premium option and you should target him in your midfield as a bench option or M8....

RICHMOND v SYDNEY

MCG, Friday June 20, 7.50pm




RICHMOND

B Troy Chaplin,Jake Batchelor,Alex Rance

HBBachar Houli,Matt Dea,Steven Morris

C Dustin Martin,Shane Edwards,Ricky Petterd

HF Nathan Foley,Aaron Edwards,Brett Deledio

F Reece Conca,Jack Riewoldt,Anthony Miles

FOLLIvan Maric,Brandon Ellis,Trent Cotchin

I/CDylan Grimes,Nick Vlastuin,Shaun Hampson, Matt Thomas

EMGBrad Helbig,Brett O'Hanlon,Nathan Gordon

IN Reece Conca, Matt Thomas

OUT Ben Lennon (omitted), Chris Newman (groin)


SYDNEY

BNick Smith,Ted Richards,Dane Rampe

HB Jeremy Laidler,Heath Grundy,Rhyce Shaw

C Nick Malceski,Josh Kennedy,Lewis Jetta

HFAdam Goodes,Sam Reid,Jarrad McVeigh

F Luke Parker,Lance Franklin,Harry Cunningham

FOLLMike Pyke,Kieren Jack,Craig Bird

I/CTom Derickx,Brandon Jack,Zak Jones,Jake Lloyd

EMGTim Membrey,Toby Nankervis,Gary Rohan

IN Mike Pyke, Zak Jones

OUT Gary Rohan (omitted), Dan Hannebery (ankle)


<p class='ecxad ecxadCentred]PORT ADELAIDE v WESTERN BULLDOGS

Adelaide Oval, Saturday June 21, 1.15pm ACST



PORT ADELAIDE

B Jack Hombsch,Alipate Carlile,Tom Jonas

HB Matthew Broadbent,Jackson Trengove,Jasper Pittard

C Angus Monfries,Travis Boak,Kane Cornes

HF Jared Polec,Justin Westhoff,Matt White

F Robbie Gray,Jay Schulz,Chad Wingard

FOLL Matthew Lobbe,Ollie Wines,Brad Ebert

I/C Kane Mitchell,Aaron Young,Sam Gray,Thomas Logan

EMG Jake Neade, Benjamin Newton, Cam O'Shea

IN Jared Polec, Sam Gray, Thomas Logan

OUT Jarman Impey (soreness), Hamish Hartlett (ankle), Dom Cassisi (knee)


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<p class='ecxad ecxadCentred]WESTERN BULLDOGS

B Liam Picken,Jordan Roughead,Easton Wood

HB Shaun Higgins,Dale Morris,Robert Murphy

CMarcus Bontempelli,Ryan Griffen,Jack Macrae

HF Koby Stevens,Mark Austin,Liam Jones

FLuke...

Jasmine is still abroad, but even half way around the world, is still supplying the best damn captains numbers this side of the equator.
Or the other side of the equator.

<p style='margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; background: #fcfcfc;]RICHMOND v. SYDNEY
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<p style='margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; background: #fcfcfc;]Recent game - Round 18 2013: At the SCG last year, Sydney scored a convincing 47 point victory winning 110 to 63. Kieran Jack scored 146 SC points from 26 touches and 2 goals. O'Keefe (tagged by Jackson) was next best with 134 whilst Dustin Martin scored 126. Deledio was tagged by Bird and kept to 75 SC points. Cotchin scored 99 SC points from 30 touches. Kennedy played head to head against Tuck and finished with 82 SC points.
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<p style='margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; background: #fcfcfc;]Kennedy v. Richmond
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<p style='margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; background: #fcfcfc;]Rd 18 2013: 82 SC points, 22 disposals
<p style='margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; background: #fcfcfc;]Rd 7 2012: 101 SC points, 21 disposals
<p style='margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; background: #fcfcfc;]Rd 21 2011: 117 SC points, 23 disposals
<p style='margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; background: #fcfcfc;]Rd 12 2011: 103 SC points, 26 disposals
<p style='margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; background: #fcfcfc;]Rd 14 2010: 25 SC points, 15 disposals
<p style='margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; background: #fcfcfc;]Rd 3 2010: 99 SC points, 24 disposals
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<p style='margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; background: #fcfcfc;]Average is 89 SC points with 22 disposals.
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<p style='margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; background: #fcfcfc;]Note: Most recently played head to head against Tuck in the two previous matchups.
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