Harley Bennell [merged]

[JVT]

I would like the RFC to come out and say why they have decided against Bennell, just for once be honest with us members!

They have told us what happened. He didn't attend a scheduled medical on time.
Given his history and the fact that the medical time and date would've been negotiated before hand, I think they could've made the correct decision.
Also, sometimes the reasons, such as medical results are confidential.

When did the club say he missed a medical? Through some poster on BF?

There have been conflicting reports as to why we wont offer him a playing contract, but all the club has said publicly is:

"Following discussions last week, Richmond has decided at this point it is not in a position to offer Harley Bennell a playing contract"
https://twitter.com/Richmond_FC/status/650498634551705601

As far as I am concerned, the reports on missing a medical are rubbish unless the club state that is the reason why.

[WA Tiger]

I would like the RFC to come out and say why they have decided against Bennell, just for once be honest with us members!

They have told us what happened. He didn't attend a scheduled medical on time.
Given his history and the fact that the medical time and date would've been negotiated before hand, I think they could've made the correct decision.
Also, sometimes the reasons, such as medical results are confidential.

The RFC did not say that, the media did, the RFC said they were not going to peruse Bennell anymore. Gee you keep stuffing up this morning don't you!!

[Penelope]

no need for the angst WAT, but I am thinking you are correct in thatthe club has merely said they will not pusue Bennell.

GR12 is not the only one to have made this mistake. Read through the thread and see all the carry on where people have read something the media said then twisted that into what the club has said and thrown the toys out of the cot.

My suspicion is that we will never hear the true reason why they have not tabled an offer to Bennell, as it may well be something that is not very complimentary to him

[Go Richo 12]

no need for the angst WAT, but I am thinking you are correct in thatthe club has merely said they will not pusue Bennell.

GR12 is not the only one to have made this mistake. Read through the thread and see all the carry on where people have read something the media said then twisted that into what the club has said and thrown the toys out of the cot.

My suspicion is that we will never hear the true reason why they have not tabled an offer to Bennell, as it may well be something that is not very complimentary to him

Well, yes, i have made a mistake. It was his manager who said he put back the medical appointment in light of his birthday celebrations the day before? But my point remains, i don't think richmond are in a position to tell us the true story as H B may not not come out smelling like roses.

[Go Richo 12]

I would like the RFC to come out and say why they have decided against Bennell, just for once be honest with us members!

They have told us what happened. He didn't attend a scheduled medical on time.
Given his history and the fact that the medical time and date would've been negotiated before hand, I think they could've made the correct decision.
Also, sometimes the reasons, such as medical results are confidential.

The RFC did not say that, the media did, the RFC said they were not going to peruse Bennell anymore. Gee you keep stuffing up this morning don't you!!

!! OR ??

[Go Richo 12]

Bennell’s manager Colin Young said he had pulled his player from the medical test given they were still working through contract details.

“I advised Harley not to attend the medical and the club is aware of that,” Young said.

“Harley had his birthday here in Melbourne and he enjoyed a social night with his mates.”

The Dockers have strong interest in Bennell and could land him cheaply in the exchange period for a second-round draft pick.

The Dockers are targeting Greater Western Sydney ace forward Cameron McCarthy with their first-round draft picks from this year and next year.

http://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/afl/richmond-pulls-out-of-harley-bennell-trade-race/story-fnp04d70-1227556382433

Ok, so it wasn't the RFC who said he missed his medical but it wasn't exactly a big footy poster either.
I'll still cop my right whack for posting an inaccuracy earlier.

[Stalin]

Geez not holding out much hope of HB in tiger colours.

You keep going about NOT getting him, why is that? Trolling?

Some Richmond fans need to learn bit being a overly optimistic flog is not trolling

FFS bad mouthing people by claiming them flog really enhances you intelligence.

Not trolling, I'm calling it as i see i.

He WANTS to be at home, FFS can you comprehend that.

Imposing your negatative vibes on a group of supporters that live on hope is trolling so take a hike

You may wanna right penny a letter then

[YellowandBlackBlood]

I would have thought that his manager wanted the medical "delayed" for obvious reasons....

[one-eyed]

Bennell's manager Colin Young will be on Trade Radio this arvo.

http://www.afl.com.au/AFL/live-radio-popup?id=129110a0

Hutchy and Barrett just now said it was a very poor decision by Bennell to go out late during Grand Final week when you're trying to impress and convince clubs that you've changed your partying ways. Out at 5am at the Footy Show after-party. It would've put clubs off.

[Go Richo 12]

  why didn't RFC report this sooner?

[one-eyed]

Damian Barrett on Bennell: This whole thing may come down to the simple fact that he wants to play for Fremantle.

Hutchy on Bennell: It's a horrible look for him to be out until 5am the week he's trying to convince clubs to take him.

https://twitter.com/traderadio

[Dougeytherichmondfan]

Damian Barrett on Bennell: This whole thing may come down to the simple fact that he wants to play for Fremantle.

Hutchy on Bennell: It's a horrible look for him to be out until 5am the week he's trying to convince clubs to take him.

https://twitter.com/traderadio

Yeah Hutchy, great look



edit: will give you the benefit of he doubt here but do not post unsubstantiated rumours on the forum that can put us in a legal hotspot

[one-eyed]

Bennell's manager apparently told Bennell that if there's no contract then don't do a medical, according to Brett Anderson on SEN.

Richmond couldn't agree to offering a contract without a medical check after what happened with Trengove last year.

So, it must mean Bennell and his manager are confident there are other offer(s). Freo, of course, is very keen.

[one-eyed]

Jay Clark ‏@ClarkyHeraldSun twitter

"did due diligence. Didn't like what they saw"

"missed morning test, (woke up), did arvo test"

https://twitter.com/ClarkyHeraldSun/with_replies

Richmond was not convinced after a big week in Melbourne. Good call, Tigers.

http://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/afl/richmond-pulls-out-of-harley-bennell-trade-race/story-fnp04d70-1227556382433?sv=accbe2368eaa2702755c390959c218a2

[rogerd3]

ben cousins thanks HB for taking on the mantle.