Bannister out for a month!

camel · **Posted:** Tue Apr 22, 2008 1:32 pm

Bugger. Do we actually have anyone else who can play CHF?

DownUnderChick · **Posted:** Tue Apr 22, 2008 1:33 pm

It will be a credit to him, if he can slot right back into the team after being out for 4 weeks and also a credit to Ratts that he is playing with such confidence after most people felt his head should have been on the block years ago.

Get back soon Banno and bring Tex with you!

Having said that, this is a crucial time for Bentick to secure his spot in the team as he may not get many chances after the next month.

SparkyBlue · **Posted:** Tue Apr 22, 2008 1:38 pm

marciblue wrote:

I think the opinion of Banno is much higher with the coaches than the supporter group in general so I think he has a future at the club regardless of this set back.

He looks more assured this year and consistent. The injury is a setback but he'll get back and be right

Agreed, I reckon how Banno has been playing the past few weeks is exactly as Ratts and Co have requested - in a role that encompasses more than simply getting possessions.

On another note, it's great to see that there are plenty of people here on TC that are singing his praises - and rightly so - for his performances so far this year... when compared with some on the shit we heard pre-season, it's good to hear that he is now being lauded for his efforts...

Get well soon Banno!

klakker · **Posted:** Tue Apr 22, 2008 2:58 pm

Its a big loss. The way he's been playing we will miss him big time this week. Any news on Gibbs? We need him more than ever now.

DOA · **Joined:** Mon Mar 14, 2005 8:04 pm **Posts:** 395

Banno,if you are reading this,harden the @#$%&! up! :twisted:

bosman · **Posted:** Tue Apr 22, 2008 4:08 pm

DOA wrote:

Banno,if you are reading this,harden the flower up! :twisted:

DOA - Hows Andrew going at the moment? Can't wait to see him back out there.

DLC · **Posted:** Tue Apr 22, 2008 4:26 pm

A real loss for the team. Mr Quiet Achiever, just did the job without any fuss or fanfare. From what I have read Jordan approaches his footy in a totally professional way so he'll be doing everything right to get back as soon as possible. Best wishes for a speedy recovery Jordan.

Warby · **Posted:** Tue Apr 22, 2008 4:39 pm

Yep....Banno has been a quiet tower of strength for awhile now....it's really rotten luck, and a bloody nuisance just when our backline/midfield is playing well as a unit.

bluechampion · **Joined:** Fri May 06, 2005 1:40 pm **Posts:** 3464

It will be interesting to see what they do with this.

Bring back Gibbs to play the same role?
Keep Bentick in as another midfield option, and give the defensive duties to someone else - Russell or Grigg?
Thornton to play deeper and not do as much pushing forward?
Bring in Hartlett and put Setanta back again?
Go like-for-like and bring in another committed hard-nut in Wiggo?

Real shame he hurt himself. He would have got a dangerous mid-sezed forward/midfielder this week. Possibly Goodwin.

Princes Park Whistler · **Posted:** Tue Apr 22, 2008 5:25 pm

bluechampion wrote:

It will be interesting to see what they do with this.

Bring back Gibbs to play the same role?
Keep Bentick in as another midfield option, and give the defensive duties to someone else - Russell or Grigg?
Thornton to play deeper and not do as much pushing forward?
Bring in Hartlett and put Setanta back again?
Go like-for-like and bring in another committed hard-nut in Wiggo?

Real shame he hurt himself. He would have got a dangerous mid-sezed forward/midfielder this week. Possibly Goodwin.

Gibbs (if fit) for Bentick,Harts for Setanta,Browne for Banno

Melvey · **Posted:** Tue Apr 22, 2008 5:45 pm

best i keep my opinion on this one to myself

Either Hampson (if not injured) or Browne to come in for him

billc3 · **Joined:** Mon Feb 28, 2005 2:41 pm **Posts:** 4629

bondiblue wrote:

Terrible news for Banno and Carlton.

I believe he had just about cemented a spot in the 22 this year as a utility; Mr Fix it (without being flashy).

We need this kind of bloke in the team. He's been dependable, solid and tough. I love the way he flies the flag and sticks up for his team mates. His shepherding was becoming a feature.

Bad luck, Get well soon.

terrible luck and will be missed. His shepherding/tackling is a feature, because he's the ONLY ONE THAT does it!

grrofunger · **Posted:** Tue Apr 22, 2008 6:48 pm

poor bastard - hes been doing so well - would have been a shoe in for most improved award etc etc

FlipMode2 · **Posted:** Tue Apr 22, 2008 6:59 pm

Shit luck, Get well soon Banno!

Lace Out · **Posted:** Tue Apr 22, 2008 7:29 pm

Bad Luck Banno, get well soon. No doubt we will miss his vogour around the packs.

BLUEY95, you wouldn't of pinched that avatar from someone by the name of Firearm Fevs would of you???

Nice to see you let me do all the work for you.....

Get your own :wink:

HTP · **Joined:** Mon Feb 28, 2005 5:06 pm **Posts:** 3366

Good to see some Bannister love here

Wangers · **Joined:** Mon Feb 28, 2005 9:26 pm **Posts:** 1763

Its amazing that many on here are rueing the fact that Banno is out for a month. Goes to show how well and consistent he's been in all 5 games thus far - probably the most consistent in the team in terms of his performance and beating his man. Full credit to Jordan for cementing his position in the team.

He will be missed - make no mistake, but maybe one of Wiggo, Armfield or Browne will replace JB depending on team balance.

Freddy47 · **Joined:** Mon Feb 28, 2005 5:17 pm **Posts:** 275

tommi wrote:

Bum............!

kindest regards tommi

What he said!!!

Springsteen · **Joined:** Thu Mar 22, 2007 8:08 pm **Posts:** 813

get wiggins in, he can play a similar role for sure

Melvey · **Posted:** Tue Apr 22, 2008 9:39 pm

Springsteen wrote:

get wiggins in, he can play a similar role for sure

i thought we have moved on.

play the kids, get games into the kids, develop the kids, exposure, get a feel for the pace

Bannister out for a month!

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