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Football => Richmond Rant => Topic started by: wayne on March 11, 2010, 12:40:33 PM
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On SEN: Gone to hospital with abdominal pain
Confirmed by Richmond apparently
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Appendix?
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Ohhhh Bugger!!! :banghead :banghead Hopefully its just the dodgy vindaloo he had last night with "The Burly Man"
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Appendix?
One hopes it's as innocent as that.
History will lead to speculation.
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Has there been any other media source apart from SEN on this? It's not one of their wild speculations again ::).
Perhaps the Burly man is almost due ;D
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Has there been any other media source apart from SEN on this? It's not one of their wild speculations again ::).
Perhaps the Burly man is almost due ;D
Our old mate the burly man - he's been keeping a very low profile recently. Wonder how he's traveling? ???
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Has there been any other media source apart from SEN on this? It's not one of their wild speculations again ::).
Perhaps the Burly man is almost due ;D
Our old mate the burly man - he's been keeping a very low profile recently. Wonder how he's traveling? ???
Followed Nathan Brown's lead and set up his own brand of clothing ;).
(http://profile.ak.fbcdn.net/object3/718/121/n11593343583_9292.jpg)
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SEN just repeated their report.
Cuz saw the club doctors last night about abdominal pains and they sent him home. He was still having the pains this morning so he was taken to hospital. They are doing tests.
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Ben Cousins in hospital
* Jon Ralph
* From: Herald Sun
* March 11, 2010 5:24PM
RICHMOND says Ben Cousins is unlikely to take his place in the Tigers’ practice match on Saturday after being taken to hospital with abdominal pains this morning.
Cousins will be kept in hospital for observation overnight, but the club is confident he has not suffered serious damage.
He was to take part in Richmond’s final practice match against Essendon in Morwell but is expected to miss that game.
Cousins reported abdominal pain last night but it was not considered serious enough for him to be hospitalised.
When the pain did not abate today he was taken to hospital, with doctors currently subjecting him to a raft of tests.
While the Tigers are hopeful he has only an appendix problem or something similarly treatable, it will still affect his Round 1 preparation.
Cousins has enjoyed an excellent pre-season, after last year tearing his hamstring in his comeback to football against Carlton in Round 1.
http://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/afl/ben-cousins-in-hospital/story-e6frf9jf-1225839675384
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SEN said Cuz will be kept in hospital overnight and the docs are still waiting for blood test results to come back.
Fingers crossed it is only something minor and he's okay :pray.
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Ch 10 news said Cuz will be kept in Epworth overnight. Richmond think it's nothing serious but are doing precautionary tests just to make sure there's nothing wrong.
Ch 7 have a reporter outside the front of Epworth hospital. Docs still don't know what is wrong. They are doing tests including blood tests to find out what is wrong. Richmond says he won't play on Saturday but are hopefully it's nothing long-term wrong and he'll be okay for round 1.
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Lead story on Ch 7 tonight - crazy stuff ::) ::)
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Ch 9 gave it about 20 secs in their sports report saying Richmond believe Cuz will be ay-okay for round 1 although he's unlikely to play this weekend.
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Stomach complaint grounds Cousins
richmondfc.com.au
5:40 PM Thu 11 March, 2010
Richmond midfielder Ben Cousins was admitted to the Epworth Hospital earlier today suffering from abdominal pain.
Cousins will remain in hospital overnight for observation and will undergo tests in the morning after he has fasted.
“Ben’s condition does not appear serious but as a precautionary measure we would like some tests done to see what the problem is,” Richmond General Manager of Football Craig Cameron said.
“It is doubtful that Ben will play against Essendon in the NAB Challenge match in Morwell on Saturday.” he said.
http://www.richmondfc.com.au/news/newsarticle/tabid/6301/newsid/90461/default.aspx
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Lead story on Ch 7 tonight - crazy stuff ::) ::)
Knocked off Bingle for the hard-hitting news hey lol ::)
Pathetic media :banghead
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Lead story on Ch 7 tonight - crazy stuff ::) ::)
Knocked off Bingle for the hard-hitting news hey lol ::)
Pathetic media :banghead
They left that hard hitting Bingle stuff till TT :sleep :chuck
Lucky this didn't happen last year. Hutchy would have interviewed Cuz from his bedside for the footy show. Then again it still could happen tonight :help
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lets hope its nothing this bloke has a huge responsibility this yr in guiding the likes of martin cotchin and collins on field.
theres nothing like a doer on the footy field.
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Lead story on Ch 7 tonight - crazy stuff ::) ::)
Knocked off Bingle for the hard-hitting news hey lol ::)
Pathetic media :banghead
They left that hard hitting Bingle stuff till TT :sleep :chuck
Nope the Bingle tripe was the 2nd story ;D
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Well lets just hope he is ok!!
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Hutchy said Cuz still has stomach cramps and they are testing for a possible ulcer :-\.
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Ben Cousins in hospital
Jon Ralph From: Herald Sun March 12, 2010
RICHMOND says it expects Ben Cousins will be fit and ready to front up in Round 1 despite the abdominal pain that kept him in hospital overnight.
Tigers veteran Cousins will miss Saturday's key warm-up clash against Essendon, with yesterday's tests inconclusive.
The Tigers are confident Cousins will have no lingering issues but the pain was serious enough for him to endure a day of tests at Epworth Hospital.
After suffering pain late on Wednesday he consulted with a club doctor and was admitted to hospital yesterday.
After fasting yesterday, he will have more tests this morning.
Cousins will go into Round 1 short of match practice after missing the Tigers' past two hit-outs, but the club is confident he has enough match fitness to tackle the Blues.
Last year he went into Round 1 after a modified pre-season and famously tore his hamstring after experiencing tightness during the game.
He was named yesterday for the club's Morwell clash against the Bombers before football manager Craig Cameron conceded he was likely to miss the clash.
"It is doubtful that Ben will play against Essendon in the NAB Challenge match in Morwell on Saturday," he said.
"Ben will stay in overnight for observation and will undergo some tests in the morning after he has fasted.
"Ben's condition does not appear serious but as a precautionary measure we would like some tests done to see what the problem is."
While the Tigers are hopeful their midfield champ has only an appendix problem or something similar, the timing is not ideal for the 31-year-old.
He played 15 mostly excellent games last year but three times was forced from the line-up through injury and concussion.
Richmond chief executive Brendon Gale said last night he believed Cousins would quickly recover.
"He just had abdominal pain and they went to get some tests. He has been put in hospital overnight mainly because he has to fast for more tests."
http://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/afl/ben-cousins-in-hospital/story-e6frf9jf-1225839675384
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Hutchy said Cuz still has stomach cramps and they are testing for a possible ulcer :-\.
He doesnt know what he's talking about. Stomach ulcers can cause bad stomach pain, but it's not anything like stomach cramps at all.
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SEN saying Cuz is still in hospital currently undergoing blood tests to work out what is causing the stomach pains. Tests done yesterday couldn't show the cause.
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Cousins waits for medical tests
richmondfc.com.au
By Jennifer Witham 10:39 AM Fri 12 March, 2010
RICHMOND midfielder Ben Cousins is still awaiting tests to find out the cause of the abdominal pain that prompted his admission to hospital on Thursday afternoon.
Cousins, 31, was admitted to the Epworth Hospital after he sought medical treatment on Thursday morning for persistent stomach pain.
He was required to fast overnight before undergoing tests to discover the cause of the pain.
A Richmond spokesperson told afl.com.au on Friday morning the tests were scheduled for the afternoon.
It is not yet known if he will require a second night in hospital.
More to follow.
http://www.richmondfc.com.au/news/newsarticle/tabid/6301/newsid/90478/default.aspx
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For Bens sake I hope it's nothing serious and for us I hope he ir right for round one other wise we will have him and Foley out, leaves a real dent in our midfield where we would have been the stronger side.
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Has there been any other media source apart from SEN on this? It's not one of their wild speculations again ::).
Perhaps the Burly man is almost due ;D
Our old mate the burly man - he's been keeping a very low profile recently. Wonder how he's traveling? ???
Followed Nathan Brown's lead and set up his own brand of clothing ;).
(http://profile.ak.fbcdn.net/object3/718/121/n11593343583_9292.jpg)
:rollin :rollin MT! I'll have to get one!! ;D
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Jon Ralph on SEN just now said Cuz was waiting to have certain tests this arvo so he'll be having them now. No further news on that front.
He said there must be some concern that it's lingered on for two days although Cuz having to wait and fast has caused issues. The club said last night there's nothing to worry about.
Ralph then reckoned Cuz missing the next couple of weeks games will make him go into round 1 lacking match fitness. Someone forgot the following weekend is a rest weekend for all clubs :wallywink so Cuz will only miss tomorrow's one practice match.
ps. Ralph on Richmond's year - "We'll struggle this year".
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afl website said he just got realeased from hospital
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afl website said he just got realeased from hospital
Yep, diagnosed as Gastric Inflammation apparently.
Back at training Monday. ;)
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http://www.richmondfc.com.au/news/newsarticle/tabid/6301/newsid/90461/default.aspx
Cousins discharged from hospital
4:26 PM Fri 12 March, 2010
Ben Cousins was discharged from The Epworth Hospital late this afternoon.
He was admitted yesterday after suffering abdominal pain and cramping.
As a precaution tests were carried out during the course of the day.
“Ben was found to be suffering from a slight gastric inflammation,” Richmond General Manager of Football Craig Cameron said.
“He will rest up over the weekend and he will be back at training on Monday,” Cameron said.
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Cuz was demoted on Ch 7 news tonight. Down to the 3rd news item :D.
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I'm sure the 7 news van will be at Epworth all night just in case his condition changes. :lol :rollin :lol
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WTF is gastric inflamation?
I had to find out.
It's also called gastritis, which i know is not very pleasant.
Years ago a doctor told me is was basically lots of little ulcers, but there is a difference between inflamation and ulcers, although inflammation would just about always be present when there are ulcers.
He needs to eat yogurt.
They will probably give him antibiotics so he needs to eat lots of yogurt, or take pro-biotics.
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I thought gastric inflammation was bad farts.
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I thought gastric inflammation was bad farts.
that's simply known as gas, apparently quite common after a few beers, plate full of beans, steak and onions or bowl of pea soup ::)
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looks like he's been released from hospital, so i'm guessing he'll be fine.
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WTF is gastric inflamation?
I had to find out.
It's also called gastritis, which i know is not very pleasant.
Years ago a doctor told me is was basically lots of little ulcers, but there is a difference between inflamation and ulcers, although inflammation would just about always be present when there are ulcers.
He needs to eat yogurt.
They will probably give him antibiotics so he needs to eat lots of yogurt, or take pro-biotics.
Yep acidophilus supplements as well which you can buy over the counter.
Good news for Cuz and us that he'll be back into training on Monday and play round 1. Phew!
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Great news, he will add some bite to the midfield, we really need him, I hope he goes on next year as well providing his body holds out this year.
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Cousins is back in hospital. SEN
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Same problem apparently.
RFC to make a statement shortly.
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:banghead
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Cousins readmitted to hospital
richmondfc.com.au
2:57 PM Mon 15 March, 2010
Ben Cousins has been readmitted to the Epworth Hospital for further tests.
“Ben is under the care of a Gastro Enterologist and at this stage it looks as if he will stay overnight,” Richmond Football Club Doctor Dr Greg Hickey said.
“Unfortunately Ben’s symptoms from last week have not yet fully resolved so we have asked for some more tests to be performed,” Dr Hickey said.
The Club will provide updates when the results of these tests are known.
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Not good :(
Get well soon Cuz :pray
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God, it could only happen to Cuz and us couldn't it, this close to the season proper.... :(
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I'm sure the 7 news van will be at Epworth all night just in case his condition changes. :lol :rollin :lol
Lead story tonight on 7 news. Leigh Mulligan is outside the Epworth Hospital.
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Lead story tonight on 7 news. Leigh Mulligan is outside the Epworth Hospital.
I wish the burly man would come back and interrupt some of these media broadcasts.
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this is a shame hope hes alright.
we have just 4 players who will be regulars with 100 games or more. cuz is one. his leadership is needed more than ever.
sheesh no cuz no foley. what i would really like to see for good chunks of the yr all of deledio cuz foley martin collins cotchin one of tuck or thomson with rotations from tambling newman morton and simmonds stays healthy as well.
if this happens we may be competetive in enough games to stop the ferals jumping of or slitting their wrists.
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Battery of tests for sick Ben Cousins
* Jon Ralph
* Herald Sun
* March 16, 2010
RICHMOND concedes Ben Cousins is almost certain to miss the Round 1 clash against Carlton after severe stomach pain forced him back to hospital.
Richmond said yesterday Cousins was "touch and go" for Thursday week's clash against Carlton at the MCG and was in hospital for tests.
Cousins has been laid low for five days with the mystery ailment, which flared again after he came off painkillers at the weekend.
Richmond was hopeful Cousins would return to full training this week, but the latest setback means his hopes of playing Round 1 are slim.
The 31-year-old has missed the past twopractice games as well as critical training sessions.
The Tigers have fresh memories of Cousins breaking down in Round 1 last year, an injury that cost him six weeks.
Specialists have ruled out appendicitis, severe ulcers and pancreatitis, but tests showing inflammation in the stomach have yet to reveal an exact diagnosis.
Blood tests have failed to uncover a problem, with a colonoscopy likely after a gastroscopy (where a camera is inserted into his stomach) showed no clear problem.
Cousins was forced to stay in hospital again overnight to fast before tests today.
The club is confident Cousins, who has otherwise enjoyed a flawless pre-season, did nothing wrong to bring on the condition.
http://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/afl/battery-of-tests-stuff-ben-cousins/story-e6frf9jf-1225841143283
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Battery of tests for sick Ben Cousins
* Jon Ralph
* Herald Sun
* March 16, 2010
RICHMOND concedes Ben Cousins is almost certain to miss the Round 1 clash against Carlton after severe stomach pain forced him back to hospital.
Richmond said yesterday Cousins was "touch and go" for Thursday week's clash against Carlton at the MCG and was in hospital for tests.
Cousins has been laid low for five days with the mystery ailment, which flared again after he came off painkillers at the weekend.
Richmond was hopeful Cousins would return to full training this week, but the latest setback means his hopes of playing Round 1 are slim.
The 31-year-old has missed the past twopractice games as well as critical training sessions.
The Tigers have fresh memories of Cousins breaking down in Round 1 last year, an injury that cost him six weeks.
Specialists have ruled out appendicitis, severe ulcers and pancreatitis, but tests showing inflammation in the stomach have yet to reveal an exact diagnosis.
Blood tests have failed to uncover a problem, with a colonoscopy likely after a gastroscopy (where a camera is inserted into his stomach) showed no clear problem.
Cousins was forced to stay in hospital again overnight to fast before tests today.
The club is confident Cousins, who has otherwise enjoyed a flawless pre-season, did nothing wrong to bring on the condition.
http://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/afl/battery-of-tests-stuff-ben-cousins/story-e6frf9jf-1225841143283
I would not be surprised if the colonoscopy reveals an attack of Diverticular Disease - I am having one right now.
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Is there any link to the sick feeling in the stomach to the last 2 practice games we've played? :rollin
Maybe sitting through a review of the games made Cousins a little queasy.
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SEN says Cuz is out of hospital. No news on the test results. Club hopes he is back in training in a couple of days.
Edit: On the Herald-Sun site
RICHMOND expects star midfielder Ben Cousins to return to training later this week after he left hospital this morning.
The Richmond star spent the night at the Epworth Hospital and had more tests this morning in a bid to find the cause of his severe stomach pains. The results will not be known for several days.
http://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/afl/battery-of-tests-stuff-ben-cousins/story-e6frf9jf-1225841143283
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Healy spoke to Cuz today...
* Cuz still hopes to play in round 1
* What's wrong is still unknown.
* He's had all these blood tests.
* Doesn't believe his past has anything to do with it.
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AFL admits to 'worry' about Cousins
abc.net.au
Updated March 16, 2010
AFL chief executive Andrew Demetriou says he is concerned about the health of Ben Cousins after the Richmond midfielder was re-admitted to hospital because of stomach pains.
The 31-year-old Cousins first entered Epworth Hospital last Thursday for observation and to undergo medical tests related to the condition and despite being released the following day, he returned again on Monday as he was suffering from similar symptoms.
He was discharged this morning amid media reports he has been binge drinking during the past 12 months and had been warned against this by the Tigers, however the club released a statement outlining they have not spoken to the 2005 Brownlow medallist about such a matter.
Demetriou says he is concerned about Cousins' welfare, as he would be for any player who has been hospitalised.
"Anytime a player suffers an injury and ends up in hospital of course we worry about them," he said.
"But hopefully Ben's getting the best treatment and medication, so hopefully he'll be on the mend very quickly and back playing football."
Cousins remains in doubt for the Tigers' season opener against Carlton at the MCG on Thursday week.
He is entering his second year with the club, having previously served a 12-month ban from the AFL for bringing the game into disrepute as a result of his admission to substance abuse.
http://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2010/03/16/2847531.htm?site=sport§ion=afl
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will he play? :pray
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AFL admits to 'worry' about Cousins
abc.net.au
Updated March 16, 2010
AFL chief executive Andrew Demetriou says he is concerned about the health of Ben Cousins after the Richmond midfielder was re-admitted to hospital because of stomach pains.
The 31-year-old Cousins first entered Epworth Hospital last Thursday for observation and to undergo medical tests related to the condition and despite being released the following day, he returned again on Monday as he was suffering from similar symptoms.
He was discharged this morning amid media reports he has been binge drinking during the past 12 months and had been warned against this by the Tigers, however the club released a statement outlining they have not spoken to the 2005 Brownlow medallist about such a matter.
Demetriou says he is concerned about Cousins' welfare, as he would be for any player who has been hospitalised.
"Anytime a player suffers an injury and ends up in hospital of course we worry about them," he said.
"But hopefully Ben's getting the best treatment and medication, so hopefully he'll be on the mend very quickly and back playing football."
Cousins remains in doubt for the Tigers' season opener against Carlton at the MCG on Thursday week.
He is entering his second year with the club, having previously served a 12-month ban from the AFL for bringing the game into disrepute as a result of his admission to substance abuse.
http://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2010/03/16/2847531.htm?site=sport§ion=afl
Are you kiddding me or what, the AFL is concerned, do us all a favour Deme and go have some more concern for the Blue bad boys and Fevola.
Gee this Cousins scene is becoming very boring and repedative come round one isn't it. I think he will still play and thats good.
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until they find out whats wrong with him no can know if he'll play or not.
food intake will be down and it sounds like he is in pain often. No physical activity.
You dont need too many more days spent in hospital before rnd 1 is out of the question.
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So anymore news on Cuz yet from over East please??
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From BF
Newie had a grab on the news before saying Cuz is upbeat, over the bug, trained flat out this morning and at this stage is ready to go round 1. Thats good news
http://www.bigfooty.com/forum/showpost.php?p=17144518&postcount=552
Which channel's news might have been helpful
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From BF
Newie had a grab on the news before saying Cuz is upbeat, over the bug, trained flat out this morning and at this stage is ready to go round 1. Thats good news
http://www.bigfooty.com/forum/showpost.php?p=17144518&postcount=552
Which channel's news might have been helpful
Newie was on SEN around 4.30pm
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Richmond's Ben Cousins likely to play Round 1
* Jon Ralph
* From: Herald Sun
* March 18, 2010 6:05PM
RICHMOND star Ben Cousins is likely to play in the opening round of the season despite twice being admitted to hospital in the past week.
Cousins trained with Richmond this morning for the first time since spending Monday night in Epworth Hospital with severe stomach pains.
Tigers captain Chris Newman said this afternoon the onballer's form on the track indicated he would be able to line up against Carlton next Thursday night.
"The way he was going, he was pretty vibrant this morning. I would expect him to play, I would be pretty surprised if he didn't," Newman said.
Newman said while the cause of Cousins' stomach pains had not been diagnosed, it was not the result of binge drinking.
"It seemed like just a bit of a tummy ache and the boys have been ribbing him ever since. I don't know if there is a diagnosis at the moment," Newman said.
"I am not really sure on the official diagnosis of Ben's condition but he was in a bad way for a week or so with the stomach pains re-occurring but I am not too sure what the diagnosis was. He was up and about this morning."
http://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/afl/richmonds-ben-cousins-likely-to-play-round-1/story-e6frf9jf-1225842495576
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Cousins still a chance for round one
richmondfc.com.au
By Matt Burgan
6:41 PM Thu 18 March, 2010
RICHMOND captain Chris Newman expects Brownlow Medallist Ben Cousins to play in the season-opener against Carlton at the MCG next Thursday night, despite having recently been in hospital for an abdominal issue.
Newman said the former West Coast captain is "feeling OK" and at this stage should line up against the Blues.
"I've spoken to him over the course of the week and he seemed like he was a little bit flat and obviously in a little bit of pain," Newman said from the AFL captains' day at Etihad Stadium on Thursday.
"I'm not sure of what the official diagnosis was, but all I know is that he trained this morning and trained really well and he was upbeat. He's like he's back to his normal self.
"I'd expect him to [play]. We'll have to see how he pulls up, but certainly by this morning's standards I think he's ready to go … hopefully he's right to go."
On Tuesday, it was reported that Richmond had spoken to Cousins about a binge drinking problem. But Newman said innuendo surrounding Cousins and that story was false.
"I think he's used to that stuff, but we're obviously there for him and we were obviously just really surprised with the article, but that's just what happens sometimes," Newman said.
"We know the truth internally."
Newman said rumours of an impending book release by Cousins hadn't distracted the players.
"I haven't thought about the book for one second, so I doubt any of the other boys have," he said.
Now entering his second season as Richmond captain, Newman conceded 2009 was a tough year to debut as skipper. But he believes it taught him plenty as well.
"There were times when it was tough - there's no doubt about that and I went through some of the most challenging times of my life last year," he said.
"I think I was really lucky to be at a club that was so supportive in that time and I've probably got some guys that I can refer back to and some past captains I can reflect on.
"It was a difficult time, but one that I don't regret."
One change from this time last year is the build up to round one, when the Cousins and Chris Judd clash was whipped up by the media. The end result was also shattering for the Tigers, after the Blues thrashed them by 83 points.
"It's a little bit different," Newman said of the lead up to this year's season opener.
"Obviously there was huge expectation on us last year in the first round and obviously the Ben Cousins factor, so it's a different feeling.
"We're going into the game a little bit quieter this time."
http://www.afl.com.au/news/newsarticle/tabid/208/newsid/90737/default.aspx
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"It was a difficult time, but one that I don't regret."
Onya Newie. Leads us on post Wallet.
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Good to here he is better, thought he would be ok come round 1...... fingers crossed.
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Ben Cousins right to play against the Blues
* Jon Ralph
* Herald Sun
* March 19, 2010
RICHMOND captain Chris Newman says an amazing recovery from stomach pains has put Ben Cousins on track for a Round 1 clash with Carlton.
Newman yesterday mocked claims Cousins had been warned over binge drinking, and said it had played no role in the 31-year-old being in hospital twice.
The club is still unaware of exactly what has plagued Cousins, but after all but ruling him out on Monday, is now considering him for the season opener.
"He trained this morning really and seemed like he was back to his normal self. At this stage I would expect him to play in Round 1," he said.
"I am not really sure on the official diagnosis, but he was in a bad way for a week or so with the stomach pains recurring. It seemed just a bit of a tummy ache and the boys have been ribbing him ever since.
"He was up and about this morning. The way he was going, he was pretty vibrant.
"I would expect him to play. I would be pretty surprised if he didn't."
Newman said he had never seen Cousins warned about excessive drinking despite claims the club was concerned.
"I think it's unfair when it's not true, that's for sure," he said.
"It was really unfair, especially in the condition he was in, he probably didn't need that.'
"When it's not true all you can do is laugh about it and move on.
"It's not an issue inside our walls, that's for sure. By the way he plays, he sets an a pretty high example for the younger guys coming through.
"He's a really important player for us."
In just six days the Tigers will take on a Carlton unit missing captain Chris Judd and former star Brendan Fevola.
And while bookies have the Tigers favourites for this year's wooden spoon, Newman said the club was optimistic about the season ahead.
"It always takes the pressure off to get early wins," he said.
"We are a young group, we will just have to wait and see how it pans out."
http://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/afl/ben-cousins-right-to-play-against-the-blues/story-e6frf9jf-1225842573988