Albert Proud

[christicehurst]

http://mm.afl.com.au/Portals/0/images/clubs/lions/proud_profile-c.jpg

Number: 2
Height: 180cm
Weight: 83kg
Debut: Rd 12 2007
DOB: 06-09-1988
Recruited from: Mt Gravatt (QLD)

Introduction
Albert Proud’s fierce attack on the ball and goal sense makes him a useful option both up forward and in the centre. The courageous and aggressive Queenslander is recognised as a natural ball-winner whose trademark ‘grunt’ adds another dimension to the Lions midfield.

Background
• Originally from Melbourne, Proud moved away from his parents to live with his sister in Brisbane as a 15 year-old and he later lobbed with a schoolmate’s family.

• He joined the local Mt Gravatt Football Club and before long was selected to represent his State for the first time as an underage player in the 2005 U18 national championships.

• His junior performances were so impressive that he became highly touted as a potential top-five pick at the beginning of 2006 before a stress fracture forced him to keep him foot in plaster for the opening months of the season.

• He returned in time for the national U18 championships where he was selected as Queensland’s Captain. A natural leader, he helped guide Queensland to its first Division Two title since 1999.

• Upon his return for local AFLQ club Mt Gravatt, Proud tore ligaments which sidelined him further.

• He still managed to represent Australia in the U18 International Series against Ireland in the third and deciding match after being sidelined for the first two games.

• He had been compared to Norm Smith Medallist Byron Pickett for his zeal and aggression with which he hunts man and ball alike.

• The Lions had no hesitation in selecting the local talent when he was still available with their second pick (No.22 overall) in the 2006 National Draft.

2007
• During his first pre-season with the Lions, Proud further established a reputation as a hard-nut. In a simple training drill, the young Queenslander sandwiched himself between two of the Lions’ bigger players – Jonathan Brown and Daniel Merrett – and ended up with a busted shoulder.

• While the injury was only minor, it kept him sidelined until Round 2 of the 2007 season when he appeared for the Lions Reserves side in the AFLQ.

• Proud made an immediate impact in the AFLQ both in the centre and up forward and did no harm to his chances of a possible senior debut.

• He eventually got his opportunity in Round 12 against Geelong at Skilled Stadium when he was called-up for his senior debut. He collected eight disposals against the eventual premiers in tough conditions at Kardinia Park, but showed plenty of hardness against his more experienced opposition.

• He spent limited match-time on the field the following week against Port Adelaide before spending the remainder of the season in the Reserves side.

• He played all but one matches for the year (including two senior games) to prove that he had overcome any injuries that he had experienced in his final year as a junior.

2008
• Despite completing an impressive pre-season training campaign where he was regularly named among the Lions’ best players in their pre-season practice matches, Proud failed to make the senior team for the season opener against West Coast at Subiaco.

• A dominant performance with the Lions Reserves resulted in his immediate recall for the team’s Round 2 clash against Collingwood.

• Used primarily as an impact player, Proud featured in two consecutive matches before being sent back to the Reserves to work on his endurance.

• He continued to star for the Lions Reserves but managed only one more senior match until Round 17 when the team felt need to bring in a hard-nosed midfielder to help the likes of Simon Black and Luke Power.

• Proud responded immediately with a career-high 21 disposals against North Melbourne at Gold Coast Stadium. He remained in the seniors for four of the last five matches – taking his career total to nine.

• His efforts for the Lions Reserves were rewarded when he finished sixth in the AFLQ’s Grogan Medal and earned selection in the AFLQ Velocity Sports Cup Team of the Year.

2009
• Proud put in one of his hardest pre-seasons in 2009 and reached personal best times on the training track. However, an off-field indiscretion saw him suspended by the Club during the pre-season which interrupted his progress.

• He missed the Club's season-opener against the Eagles at the Gabba but returned the following week and went on to play 13 of the next 16 senior matches.

• He became a regular feature of the side predominantly as a hard-tackling small forward and occasional midfielder. He kicked the first goal of his AFL career against Adelaide in Round 8 and finished with a season tally of four.

• After playing in the team's Round 17 win over North Melbourne, Proud was forced to sit out the rest of the season with a serious foot injury.
http://www.lions.com.au/players/playerprofile/albertproud/tabid/5189/playerid/15645/category/senior/season/2009/selected/bio/default.aspx

[sammij33]

albie's awesome to

[christicehurst]

He's been quite popular for the Super Coach coaches. One to watch this year.

[the_champ33]

I read a lot of good things about this bloke and he made a good impression on me during the pre-season match Vs Essendon.

I hope he'll earn a senior spot soon and keep it. Really looking forward to watching his pace. Judging by looks has quite a strong looking upper body so I'm hoping he'll throw his weight around and hurt some opponents with it.

[christicehurst]

He does look solid for a young player. I'm looking forward to seeing him play.

[Spanner]

He's been quite popular for the Super Coach coaches. One to watch this year.


Would have been nice to have him playing this week!

[christicehurst]

He's been quite popular for the Super Coach coaches. One to watch this year.


Would have been nice to have him playing this week!


We know Spanner me lad :) I didn't pick him.

[brandon]

i saw him play against the cats preseason and he looked pretty good

i didnt see alot of him but my dad diod and he rekons he will be a star for us

[christicehurst]

i saw him play against the cats preseason and he looked pretty good

i didnt see alot of him but my dad diod and he rekons he will be a star for us


I don't think he played in Canberra when I was there. Hmmm need to think...

[Spanner]

If Adcock needs time off for that leg injury, he should be the natural replacement.

[Spanner]

Didn't do so well this week. Hope we have drier conditions next weekend that better suit him.

[the_champ33]

Playing well down in the reserves.
He'll be pushing for a call-up very soon including this week's game Vs the Dees.

[Spanner]

That would be great if he played. He needs game time to establish himself.

[worbsy]

He gets named in the best EVERY week for Suncoast, but hard to get a game when our best 22 is almost available.

Born the same day as me, so thats a plus ;)

[the_champ33]

Plenty of blokes over the years have done well in the reserves, but can't break into the seniors. Happened during the Premiership years and happening again now.

Proud must keep it up and eventually he'll have to be considered.

However with the 2nd half of the year almost upon us, I think we'll be looking for a settled side with limited changes and no injuries.

[worbsy]

His aggression at the ball and his physicality is something the lions have always had, so I reckon he fits in there really well. We don't have many players like that right now though, except probably Charman. Browny has settled down since that big suspension in 2004

[the_champ33]

I always knew he had that since the pre season.

He could do with the AFL experience. He needs to learn and adjust to AFL level. I don't think he quiet knows what he's up for yet.

True Brown has toned down, I agree.

[the_champ33]

Latest was Albert had a chest problem of some sort and up for a test. He deserves a call-up into the seniors with consistent form in the reserves. He should come in for Copeland or Selwood.

[worbsy]

He'll be in next week, and hopefully he can stay there.

[the_champ33]

Returned to the reserves on the weekend after the chest complaint. Played brilliantly once again, won plenty of hard ball and kicked 5 goals as well.

We must give him a seniors berth this week.

Proud should be closest to winning the reserves league B&F medal.

[worbsy]

Give him a spot in the seniors for more than just one week, that's what I want to see. He's ready.

[worbsy]

We all know a bit about Proud. He looks a gun.

Don't have much stat info on him, but last year for Suncoast he played 18 games and averaged 22 disposals. He had 39 in one of those games, and kicked 6 goals in another.

Obviously his 2008 numbers would be well up on this, and i reckon he'll play next week against the eagles.

[the_champ33]

I expect him to be playing against the Eagles.

Bring on the Proud.

We should email the club and make sure of it

[worbsy]

Still not in the starting side this week... so disappointing

[the_champ33]

Disappointed he's not in the 22, but I still expect him to come in for Simon Black.

He'll need to be given a reward in the seniors before he considers seeking opportunity elsewhere and rubbing it in.

Craig Bolton @ the Swans has definitely shown it.

[worbsy]

Had a smaller impact for Suncoast this week apparently. Don't like his chances of a senior game this week then.

[the_champ33]

that was due to a tag and one of the better taggers in the reserves. Still deserves a spot in the seniors. Give it to him.

[wildlime]

Poor bugger. makes you wonder who he has offside. He is BOG most weeks in the reserves, and can't get a gig in the main team. I thought he was stiff to get dropped when he did. Hard to shine when you are sitting on the pine.

[worbsy]

Very true Gayle. If Copeland can get a game, Proud should be a certain starter every week!

Even Selwood has played more games than him this year, and we all know how good he's been...

[sammij33]

albie hasn't lived up to leigh's expectations when he has had games i would like to see him play but

[the_champ33]

Please expand on that

[sammij33]

i think leigh expects more out of him and he just hasnt given it when he has had the chance he is awesome in ressies but i he still make silly mistakes when playing seniors

[the_champ33]

Well it takes a rookie time to learn AFL level, it's nothing like the reserves or other leagues they have come from. Proud will get better with experience and training

[worbsy]

He needs to get some senior games to get that experience though. Lethal needs to give him more chances.

[the_champ33]

I'm disappointed he's missed out again including the emergency list.

Hopefully he can fire up this weekend and have a big one after a poor one last week due to a tag.

[christicehurst]

He's gotta go out and have a massive game to get his name out there.

[the_champ33]

and keep it up it seems

[worbsy]

Brisbane NEED to win this week, so they don't want to have anyone in who might not have an impact. Having said that, we still have some of those players in the side...

[worbsy]

Brisbane NEED to win this week, so they don't want to have anyone in who might not have an impact. Having said that, we still have some of those players in the side...


What a great quote, given the games from Collier, Copeland and Stiller (after the 1st qtr or so)

Hope Proud gets a game this week, fight fire with fire against the roos with his toughness at the ball.

[brandon]

do they think hes going to get a game this week

[Kenyon]

its difficult to live up to expectations when you are only given 1 game at a time. Collier has been handled well, why not do the same with Proud? Give him 4-6 games to prove himself.

[worbsy]

Yep, he needs to string together a few senior games in a row to show what he can do. Hopefully that string can start this week.

[worbsy]

Yep, he needs to string together a few senior games in a row to show what he can do. Hopefully that string can start this week.


That string WILL start this week, good to see him in the side. Thoroughly deserved.

[the_champ33]

Finally! Given a senior berth and must stay there for a few games. I hope he can do well @ senior level while the opportunity is there for the taking.

[christicehurst]

He deserves a few chances as other players have.

[sammij33]

albies in YAY hope he has a blinder love his aggerstion for the ball

[brandon]

he better play good aye

on the forum we have been talking him up for weeks

if he acedetly came across the forum he might get a big head and not play well

[christicehurst]

So I better hold off from the statue making then? lol

[b_lions16]

he had a good a game last night. should keep him in the side for longer.

[sammij33]

agreed

[the_champ33]

Played a very good game and should be allowed to play another week.

Lock him in the seniors for the next game.

[christicehurst]

A good performance that will keep him around for the rest of the season.

[worbsy]

Couldn't see the game but his stats from it look good. Got enough of the ball. Good stuff.

[the_champ33]

I didn't see the game either, but the stats are good. Did well from what I can read.

Adelaide is so screwed over with Lions games.

This week's Hawks game being shown 7:30AM Sunday morning, many hours after the match.

[Kenyon]

Saw the game on Foxtel - the bloke is a star.

[worbsy]

We've found some promising young talent over the last couple of years with Berger, Proud, Magnet, Collier, Clark, Hendo etc.

We have something to build from. Hendo/Clark up fwd, Berger in ruck, Collier down back and Magnet/Proud in the middle.

Just need Michael Hurley as full back now!

[brandon]

and brandon gardiner as Centre Half Forward

hehe

[worbsy]

Depends how young you are Brandon... Only talking young'ns here.

[brandon]

im 16 so i think i qualify as young enough :P

[Jedstheman]

Proud finally got a run it is great to see him in the senior squad

[Jedstheman]

Held his spot this week good to see the coaches thinking like most of us here

[Hayley]

I'm so happy to see Proud is still in.

[Jedstheman]

I think everybody will be happy

[worbsy]

I'm happier knowing Dalziell is there :)

But Proud should be an important player next year, so I hope he stays in for good.

[Jedstheman]

O.K worbs Magnet has been a bit of a find and has impressed but proud and risky onball will be a powerfull combo for us in years to come.

[b_lions16]

The young boy used the ball well. looks like a quality forward that's gonna be a future top-scorer for the club. Should be a dangerous pair with Proud and Brazell.

[worbsy]

We need Proud to win a heap of contested ball this week. Doggies are one of the best sides at winning the 50/50's, and we'll need to compete in that area to be a chance this week.

[worbsy]

45% game time isn't much of an opportunity, I can see that, but when he was on, he gave away 3 free kicks. He had 5 touches in the first half at 40% effectiveness and none in the last half, which I don't think he played much AT ALL though.

Next year maybe...

[worbsy]

He's out of contract which sucks... hopefully he signs on for a while yet.

[the_champ33]

I want Proud to stay, but I'm worried he'll seek opportunity elsewhere given he struggled to break into the side a lot this year.

Shaun Hart said on radio Vs the Kangaroos that he goes through the motions and half-hearted in warm-up's etc, says the man and other needs to show more grunt and intensity.

[worbsy]

That's disappointing if it's true about the efforts in warm-ups, etc. Hints that he doesn't want to be there as much as he should...

[the_champ33]

I found that disappointing too and I'm not going to dispute that from Shaun Hart. He knows as he was the Runner last year.

[Jedstheman]

Picked for the last game of the year needs to have a big game so we resign him and if not maybe increase his trade value.

[worbsy]

The only reason he would leave is by his own choosing. No chance the club would want to see him go. He matches up well against Sydney, because he has that hardness at stoppages.

[the_champ33]

Good to see him back in the seniors. I look forward to his impact.

[worbsy]

Will he play midfield or forward? I'm thinking he could be a small forward...

[the_champ33]

Good running wing man, half back, centre, small forward.

[worbsy]

So everywhere except ruck and full back then Champ? lol

[Jedstheman]

5 clearances 15 touches and 7 tackles not a bad game needs to work hard in the offseason to earn some respect from the coaching staff.

[worbsy]

Clearances are always a good stat, and that tackle count is great.
Finally received frees instead of giving them away! 4 free kicks is Joel Selwood-like numbers!

He should stay.

[Jedstheman]

Clearances are always a good stat, and that tackle count is great.
Finally received frees instead of giving them away! 4 free kicks is Joel Selwood-like numbers!

He should stay.
Selwood-like is a good wrap when its Joel.....you no what i mean WORBS.

[brandon]

yeah prouds best strength is definetly around the stopages

he has speed and isnt afraid to take the game on

he is a definate keeper

[Jedstheman]

yeah prouds best strength is definetly around the stopages

he has speed and isnt afraid to take the game on

he is a definate keeper
QLD born too need to keep hold of em.

[brandon]

well considering he is a queenslander he is definettly not going eny where then

the lions prode them selves on there home town boys

[worbsy]

the lions prode them selves on there home town boys

I hate seeing players leaving to go back 'home' to Melbourne. More QLD players we have the better, absolutely. And Risky had better stay, there is talk around that with Bombers wanting to trade away Andrew Lovett that they'll use the spot to really have a crack at securing Risky. Offering him up to 380k a year or something... Pretty bloody good offer for someone his age.

[b_lions16]

Should play as a half-forward.

[worbsy]

As a crumbing half-forward you mean? His clearance ability would be handy around goals for sure.

[b_lions16]

yep.......need more crumbers instead of marks inside fifties and free kicks. Just some of our forwards aren't versatile enough to kick goals on the run. Hoops and MacG should be moved forward.

[worbsy]

I reckon Ash needs to stay a running defender now. Much better there.
Hope we can pick up a Rioli-type crumber in the draft, but there can't be many like him!

[the_champ33]

Keep Ash as a defender now, it's rejuvinated his career again.

[Jedstheman]

Albert Proud got a 4.0 rating for the year from insidefootball.

[lion4life]

still young has lots of potential

[the_champ33]

I expect him to rise even higher with potential under Vossy. Given his good frame and speed could be converted and taught to play just like Voss.

[worbsy]

And he took a big hit in that last game. Courage.

[Jedstheman]

Albie Proud is expected to resign in the coming days.

[worbsy]

Thats good, because I thought he may have been shitty for not getting enough games.

[sportzo]

Thats good, because I thought he may have been shitty for not getting enough games.

nah nice bloke albie hanged out with him alot met him at under 16s chamionships dont no wta he was doing there actually not sure if u guiys have heard about the under 16s championships but um are yeah it isnt like the state thing that why i dont no wat he was doing there lol but yeah anyway really nice i had a coffe with him after the game he noes my older bro but yeah i hadnt met him before and he said lets go and have a coffee and meet so anyway gave me some tips yeha no really nice actually so yeah!!!!!!hehe lol he will dominate nextyera trust me!!!!!!!!:p

[lions_girl_4life]

nah nice bloke albie hanged out with him alot met him at under 16s chamionships dont no wta he was doing there actually not sure if u guiys have heard about the under 16s championships but um are yeah it isnt like the state thing that why i dont no wat he was doing there lol but yeah anyway really nice i had a coffe with him after the game he noes my older bro but yeah i hadnt met him before and he said lets go and have a coffee and meet so anyway gave me some tips yeha no really nice actually so yeah!!!!!!hehe lol he will dominate nextyera trust me!!!!!!!!:p
How do you meet and know so many footy players, Sportzo?

[Kenyon]

The bloke is a star. Will bolster an inadequate mid-filed rotation.

[b_lions16]

To be honest, I'm not a big fan of Albie. From the 7 games, he's played for us, he hasn't shown anything but inaccurate disposal and shocking accuracy when going for goal. He's speed will definitely be a key for the Future Lion Cubs, but at the moment he's going to spend most of the season with Sunnycoast fine-tuning his skills.

[worbsy]

To be honest, I'm not a big fan of Albie. From the 7 games, he's played for us, he hasn't shown anything but inaccurate disposal and shocking accuracy when going for goal. He's speed will definitely be a key for the Future Lion Cubs, but at the moment he's going to spend most of the season with Sunnycoast fine-tuning his skills.

He hasn't been given a proper run in the midfield, which is his strength. He's a real hard nut, and he hasn't been able to show it. He's supposed to be a Byron Pickett type I think.

[sportzo]

How do you meet and know so many footy players, Sportzo?

will my bro noes albie but im rising and am gonna nominate for the draft so i meet guys through games that guys come and watch and stuff so yeah!!!!!!!!!

[sportzo]

He hasn't been given a proper run in the midfield, which is his strength. He's a real hard nut, and he hasn't been able to show it. He's supposed to be a Byron Pickett type I think.

yeah he is he will definatley be the next byron pickett hehe!!!!!

[Kenyon]

Wanna bet. He will be in starting 22 round 1.

[sportzo]

Wanna bet. He will be in starting 22 round 1.


yeha he shore will!!!!!!!

[lions_girl_4life]

yeha he shore will!!!!!!!
I'll back you guys up on that.

[b_lions16]

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/5/52/Albertproud.jpg (http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/5/52/Albertproud.jpg)
Fit and Firing for 09. :)
Author: Lisa Muir

[lions_girl_4life]

Can't wait till I see training, I will be able to say first hand how each of them are going.

[Jedstheman]

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/5/52/Albertproud.jpg (http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/5/52/Albertproud.jpg)
Fit and Firing for 09. :)
By the look of that sweat soaked shirt Albie looks like he is atleast working hard which is great this guy is gunna be a gun this will be the year he steps it up and will be in the mix most weeks for a game.

[lions_girl_4life]

By the look of that sweat soaked shirt Albie looks like he is atleast working hard which is great this guy is gunna be a gun this will be the year he steps it up and will be in the mix most weeks for a game.
I'm not sure that's a healthy amount of sweat. :D. Maybe he just cooled off with some water, hopefully.

[b_lions16]

I'm not sure that's a healthy amount of sweat. :D. Maybe he just cooled off with some water, hopefully.

Browny gets it all over the treadmill when he runs....I'm surprised the thing doesn't blow up. :D

[lions_girl_4life]

Browny gets it all over the treadmill when he runs....I'm surprised the thing doesn't blow up. :D
Lol, I feel sorry for who has to use the treadmill after him..... :p

[Jedstheman]

Albert Proud has been training as an onballer all summer and is set to play that role in 09 as reported in the sunday Mail yesterday

[Jedstheman]

I left out what some of what was said in the article.
"Proud has been shifted from the middle to half forward so far as a senior player but will be an onballer purely this year"
Makes me think Luke Power might be seeing some time up forward what do you think Worbs.

[the_champ33]

I hope to see Albert Proud given a chance and also show his potential. Hopefully he works hard and the rewards show.

Shaun Hart said on ABC Radio commentary once last year that he needed to step up including in the warm ups. Looked like Proud was just going through the motions sometimes.

[b_lions16]

I reckon Albie would do good as an onballer. He's got pace to win out in a loose ball contest, accurate kick, and makes the most of possession. He could get in front and kick goals as well.

With the position swapping by Vossy, we could see us adapt to the new gameplay well.

[Jedstheman]

Proud has looked good in pre season training it is good........... as mentioned by The Champ his commitment to training has been questioned in the past but if the storys are rite and he is now "Training the house Down" the guy could be a bloody star we all know he can do it ........now Vossy has just got to give him the game time and trust him to prove it to us

[worbsy]

The key to Proud having an impact at senior level is his endurance. If he's built that up, it will be a big year for him.

[b_lions16]

His endurance was always a problem for him....but he's built on that now..throw him his pace and skilled use of the ball....a dangerous onballer.

[Jedstheman]

The key to Proud having an impact at senior level is his endurance. If he's built that up, it will be a big year for him.
Read an article today that was in yesterdays paper that Proud endured a long summer of gut running and can now match it with Magnet no fabrication in that last comment these were the words Worbs Proud to on Fire next year may even be on the bench on D.T if he is named as a defender like he was last year......Go albie Go!!!!!!:D

[lions_girl_4life]

18 days till the Lions are back in action. And it sounds like there will be a fair few boys to keep an eye for.

[Jedstheman]

This is a huge plus albie building his endurance up it is good we need him to play more than 40 minutes a game......... Lethal did not give him enough game time IMO hope Vossy lets off the leash in the Nab and we can see him for real.Come the home and away season another onballer will only help us rite?

[christicehurst]

The more weapons we have the better I say!

[Jedstheman]

Exactly Chris more playerｓ being able to rotate threw the middle will mean less wear and tear on Black and Power.

[b_lions16]

Albie can rotate through the middle and up forward if needed...Black gets the number one tagger every week as he is our best mid...someone else might need to take that job now. Albie as an onballer is a great idea...pace and endurace. ;)

[Kenyon]

Should have been a regular in the seniors a long time ago. I promise you all, this bloke is a star.

[lion4life]

Really needs to be given a run in the seniors finalyl and im thinking he will have a similar breakout year that Adcock had in 2007 except in the middle/ forward pocket

[Jedstheman]

Really needs to be given a run in the seniors finalyl and im thinking he will have a similar breakout year that Adcock had in 2007 except in the middle/ forward pocket
By the sounds of it he will be spending most of his time in the middle.

[lion4life]

Apparently Proud is able to keep up with Dalzeill and has built the tank up to keep going like Dalzeill

Huge Plus

[b_lions16]

He can run all day eh?.....fucking gold.

Onballer/small forward next year....should cement a regular spot in the Seniors.

[lions_girl_4life]

He can run all day eh?.....fucking gold.

Onballer/small forward next year....should cement a regular spot in the Seniors.
Exactly. I'm looking forward to seeing him run riot in the NAB Cup.

[worbsy]

He's our future hard-man in the midfield alongside Redden.

[b_lions16]

Redden's a bit skinny...King and Albie are similar players I reckon....speed-wise.

[worbsy]

But in a few years Redden will be unreal at getting the contested ball at stoppages.

[b_lions16]

I reckon he could've lasted until later rounds....we could've snapped up Dayne Beams with 25 who eventually ended up at Collingwood with 29...poor bloke. :D.

The Dees had Redden on their list with Pick 30...so I guess, if we REALLY wanted him..

[worbsy]

Yeah, I felt the same thing initially but I'm over it now ;)
Our recruiter from Redden's state (SA I think?) was the reason we took Redden that early, he had GREAT things to say about him.

[b_lions16]

THE BRISBANE Lions AFC confirms that third-year player Albert Proud has been charged with assault occasioning bodily harm over an alleged glass throwing incident that resulted in an injury to a female patron at a Gold Coast bar last Saturday night.
The Lions are investigating the matter and the Club has notified the AFL of the incident in accordance with AFL Rules, and are keeping the AFL fully informed of all information as it becomes available.
The Lions take this matter extremely seriously and Proud has been suspended from the Lions as well as omitted from the AFL Indigenous All-Star squad pending completion of the Club's investigation.
The player is providing full cooperation to the police and Club investigation and deeply regrets being involved in this incident.
It is inappropriate for the Club to make any further comment or take any further action until the matter has been fully investigated.


This is really disappointing....he was a big part of our 09 Season working as an onballer...it's serious as well...he might get locked up. :(

[Jedstheman]

This is really disappointing....he was a big part of our 09 Season working as an onballer...it's serious as well...he might get locked up. :(

He will get locked up IMO you can not do that....... It happened less than 1000m from my home I should been there to stop it fuckfuckfuckfuckfuckfuckfuckfuckfuckfuckfuckfuckfu ckfuckfuckfuckfuckfuckfuckfuckfuckfuckfuckfuckfuck fuck

[worbsy]

Swear Jar just paid for everyone to go on the BLU trip! lol

Worth it though, what an absolute idiot Proud is.

[lions_girl_4life]

Being a girl, I am so pissed when guys do anything like that.

[the_champ33]

A disgusting incident and one I dislike around our club.

Vossy has already copped it plenty and I'd like to see him continue to show balls and provide a hard stance.

[lions_girl_4life]

One thing that especially pisses me off about this crap is that it hangs over the club. Now when a publican sees a lions bloke having a few drinks, chances are he will think 'Oh crap, those lions idiots are here to cause trouble' it was only one bloke but that is all that they need. When you think about it Blacky is a true gentleman and Browny would be especially careful as being the Captain and the other Vice's would also be good but now that one idiots actions is gonna make everyone think that they are all a bunch of pissheads. Sorry for the rant guys, I needed to get it out of my system.

[b_lions16]

Yes...it is really gunna have a fucking shit influence on the club.

Training today was pretty dull to say the least...the boys were sticking to their program but the hunger was missing.

I hope Albie gets over this...and focuses on his footy because he has real potential and he was set to have a massive year until he fucked up.

[the_champ33]

One thing that especially pisses me off about this crap is that it hangs over the club. Now when a publican sees a lions bloke having a few drinks, chances are he will think 'Oh crap, those lions idiots are here to cause trouble' it was only one bloke but that is all that they need. When you think about it Blacky is a true gentleman and Browny would be especially careful as being the Captain and the other Vice's would also be good but now that one idiots actions is gonna make everyone think that they are all a bunch of pissheads. Sorry for the rant guys, I needed to get it out of my system.

My exact worry upon hearing and reading about this news. It doesn't help with Daziell was done for DUI last pre season and another player this off season arrested for obstructing police.

[lions_girl_4life]

My exact worry upon hearing and reading about this news. It doesn't help with Daziell was done for DUI last pre season and another player this off season arrested for obstructing police.
WTF! What happened?!? I knew nothing about this.

[worbsy]

When you think about it Blacky is a true gentleman

Didn't Blacky kick someone in a bar? lol

[lions_girl_4life]

Didn't Blacky kick someone in a bar? lol
Ok, I forgot that one. Rephrase: Blacky is a true gentleman most of the time.

[b_lions16]

Yep Blacky punched someone in the eye @ a bar along with................Vossy.....our new coach..*gulp* :D

[worbsy]

lol, we could turn into the next Hawthorn given we have so many of these sorts of people ;)

[lions_girl_4life]

lol, we could turn into the next Hawthorn given we have so many of these sorts of people ;)
I wouldn't mind turning into Hawks at the moment. Hello PREMIERSHIP:D lol But I'm happy our 3

[lion4life]

Basically it was the anniversary of his mothers death and he went out to drink.

As my understanding came to it he was very drunk and unintentionally hit someone with the glass when he threw it.

I'm guessing he wont get jail as hes only been charged with a minor assault charge.

[lions_girl_4life]

Basically it was the anniversary of his mothers death and he went out to drink.

As my understanding came to it he was very drunk and unintentionally hit someone with the glass when he threw it.

I'm guessing he wont get jail as hes only been charged with a minor assault charge.
Wait. We are talking about Albie right?

[worbsy]

Yeah, this is about Albie. Still not acceptable at all.

[christicehurst]

lol, we could turn into the next Hawthorn given we have so many of these sorts of people ;)

We did have the toughest Hawks player as a coach for 10 years. It had to rub off on them!

[lions_girl_4life]

It's still no excuse for Albie

[christicehurst]

We can't pass judgement until the police investigation has been completed.

[lions_girl_4life]

Do we know how long it will take?

[b_lions16]

Grubby said we wanted to get it over quickly...Albie hasn't had charges put against him yet...they are still to investigate the crime.

[Jedstheman]

Grubby said we wanted to get it over quickly...Albie hasn't had charges put against him yet...they are still to investigate the crime.

I reckon because there has been no charges as yet laid something is on the boil if this girl wanted to nail albie the press would have been all over it she would of had a womens day article and a spot on today tonite in the prime time. Now you all may laugh but I bet nothing comes of this with the police it happened over a week ago now and nothing has happened some hush money may have been payed to the young lass and albie will be given a ban for a few weeks and bought back through the reserves and will be playing senoir footy by Rd3 at the latest.
And you can bank the last two lines of this post;)

[b_lions16]

So the woman is attention-seekin' eh? Could be...
but I don't know why the investigations are not over yet....
I reckon it isn't clear whether Albie actually did this....

[Jedstheman]

So the woman is attention-seekin' eh? Could be...
but I don't know why the investigations are not over yet....
I reckon it isn't clear whether Albie actually did this....

Ah finally someone who thinks outside the box it happened a week ago why has there been any news cause there is none i thinks RD3 he will be back on the feild at the latest and if it is all over with in the next few days and no charges are laid he could be back down here on the coast again this weekend coming not to hit the pisss but to kick the shit out of the Saints and Worbs`s Cousin..................... Lovett lol hahahahahaha:D

[lions_girl_4life]

I agree, Rd 3 at very latest.

[Jedstheman]

I am thinking about going to this guys court case on Feb20 and if he is found guilty I will pull the lions gurnsey off back and tear it up for him to see:mad: if not found guilty I will ask him to sign it:rolleyes:

[lions_girl_4life]

Lol. Go Jedda. If he is found guilty I am going to be so pissed.

[b_lions16]

Facing the Magistrats on Feb 20...public session trial as well...not that I can stand the tension or anything. :rolleyes:

[worbsy]

He's so important on-field to the future of our club I reckon. I don't really know my thoughts on him now though. I still want him to succeed as a player but he is an idiot.

[Jedstheman]

Facing the Magistrats on Feb 20...public session trial as well...not that I can stand the tension or anything. :rolleyes:
repeating my posts again 16

[b_lions16]

I want him to get through the trial with no bloody charges...although highly impossible...
Big part of our future as you said Worbs....want him to be fine.

[lions_girl_4life]

I don't know how he would go in jail if he did get it.

[Jedstheman]

2 days and we find out if we have an extra player in the onball team...........Or elevation to the senior list for Garner:p...........Huge day for Proud friday Morning I will try to attend and give a true account of what really happen not some fabricated story put out there by the media:rolleyes:

[worbsy]

Forget onball. I reckon Vossy plans to use him up forward.

[lions_girl_4life]

I have never really paid that much attention to him. How accurate is his kicks for goal?

[b_lions16]

He fails against the wind...spray city...just like Spacka. ;)

[lions_girl_4life]

That is real bad because if there is any wind on a day, we're against it half the time.

[b_lions16]

I reckon he hits the post alot....lol

[lions_girl_4life]

Oh god I hate it when that happens. I mean your given a space about 10m wide and you hit a little thing about 10cm wide.

[b_lions16]

The big forwards do it all the time...perfecto accuracy of the post. ;)

[Jedstheman]

Well Proud intended to plead guilty today but the police lawyer wanted an enjournment till the 12th of march so they could talk about compensation for the small cut to the eyelid she received......Very dissapointing but he will be back by Rd4 I reckons:mad:

[lions_girl_4life]

I'm still so pissed at him.

[brandon]

does that mean if he pays the compensation the charges will be dropped

[lions_girl_4life]

Hope so, I don't want him in trouble even though he is an idiot.

[brisbanelions4life]

mmmm yeah me too

[lions_girl_4life]

I still can't believe he was such an idiot.

[Jedstheman]

Hugh game by Proud really impressed ran hard and pumped it inside fifty a few times dead set nailed a bomber with a legal shoulder that floored him and his poise and confidence in and around the stoppages twice he got free and sold dummy hand passes to bombers players and made time and hit his target by hand or foot One thing i did notice was when he was in the middle we looked better........ has he gotton quicker?It seemed that way.................. anyway great game for albie earnt back a little respect with OL`JED last nite:rolleyes:

[brisbanelions4life]

Hugh game by Proud really impressed ran hard and pumped it inside fifty a few times dead set nailed a bomber with a legal shoulder that floored him and his poise and confidence in and around the stoppages twice he got free and sold dummy hand passes to bombers players and made time and hit his target by hand or foot One thing i did notice was when he was in the middle we looked better........ has he gotton quicker?It seemed that way.................. anyway great game for albie earnt back a little respect with OL`JED last nite:rolleyes:

he has a nice bump on him does albie proud :D

[Jedstheman]

he has a nice bump on him does albie proud :D
It was such a big hit too did you hear lethals comments "yeah proud loves the contact and hard stuff or something along those lines.............. I thinks Lethal saw a bit of his playing style last nite in Proud and was quite happy to see the lions playing well with such a weakened line up out there:)

[brisbanelions4life]

It was such a big hit too did you hear lethals comments "yeah proud loves the contact and hard stuff or something along those lines.............. I thinks Lethal saw a bit of his playing style last nite in Proud and was quite happy to see the lions playing well with such a weakened line up out there:)

yeah he was happy about the lions... i could hear it in his voice

[Jedstheman]

would of loved to of seen his face when Rich I think kicked it long for Harding to mark get the free and super goal well when Rich kicked it Lethal said something like he has kicked that to soon then Harding ran hard for it and got the mark Photo OP right there the look on his face would of been Priceless.:D:D:D:D I LOL`ED

[brisbanelions4life]

would of loved to of seen his face when Rich I think kicked it long for Harding to mark get the free and super goal well when Rich kicked it Lethal said something like he has kicked that to soon then Harding ran hard for it and got the mark Photo OP right there the look on his face would of been Priceless.:D:D:D:D I LOL`ED

That would of been bloody hilarious LOL

[b_lions16]

15 possessions..impressive. ;)

[Jedstheman]

15 possessions..impressive. ;)

15 Quality possie`s in the heat of it.He will give us some depth we need it in the middle....... fingers crossed on his next court date.............which I am thinking will not amount to jail time and the fact that he is playing games signals the Lions don`t think much will come of it....... IMO that is.He did very well last night against a very quick team looks to have added some real speed to go with the engine he has built up over the off season.

[b_lions16]

Gives us the chance to move Harding up forward...bloody works hard up there.

[brisbanelions4life]

Gives us the chance to move Harding up forward...bloody works hard up there.

yep harding is definitely working well..... another goalkicking option during the season i hope

[b_lions16]

He is our solution for Nuxy...only better. ;)

[brisbanelions4life]

He is our solution for Nuxy...only better. ;)

true he'll only get better

[Jedstheman]

If Proud can give us what he did last night in the home and away.............. It was 18 possies at 83% eff..... 1 clearance...... 6 inside 50`s..... 1 goal asisist .......2 tackles and 1 thumping hip and shoulder I will be more than happy for Scooter to go forward but he was handy in the middle last night couple for clearances and a couple of inside 50`s and a gaol is good.

[lions_girl_4life]

He did real well last night.

[brisbanelions4life]

If Proud can give us what he did last night in the home and away.............. It was 18 possies at 83% eff..... 1 clearance...... 6 inside 50`s..... 1 goal asisist .......2 tackles and 1 thumping hip and shoulder I will be more than happy for Scooter to go forward but he was handy in the middle last night couple for clearances and a couple of inside 50`s and a gaol is good.

those stats are pretty bloody good

[lions_girl_4life]

Go Albie!

[b_lions16]

So now we can probably chuck Albie through the middle...everyone's pumping him up like hell but truth is he's only played about 6 or 7 games...should add another 22 games to that. :p

[Jedstheman]

Yeah we have been pumping him up see what his coach had to say about his game the other night put him in the the best 2 on ground along with Drummo................... I think Albie deserves his Praise Voss aint one to sugar coat stuff

[lions_girl_4life]

Aside that one incident Albie does deserve praise.

[b_lions16]

He should be stringing together solid games this year.

[lions_girl_4life]

Albie should gun it this year.

[b_lions16]

He is gunna absolutely GUN it this year...He has strung together he BEST pre-season @ the club and this is time to stack on another 22 or more depending if we make the finals...he is the replacement for Scotty Harding who will probably permanently moved to the forward...works like a charm up there. ;)

[lions_girl_4life]

I am looking forward to a huge year from Albie. If it isn't a huge year from him, then he might not be here next year.

[the_champ33]

Let's hope he can cement a senior berth this season and continue the form that he delivered in the reserves last year.

If we forget his off field incident, this bloke can play.

[b_lions16]

He came 6th in the Grogan Medal, which is awarded to a player in the best player in the AFLQ that year. Similar to the Brownlow. He's completed his best season with us like I've said and I hope that he'll get past that off-field incident, cement a spot in the Best 22 like Champ said, and be the link that we need. AFL reckons that he resembles Byron Pickett...I hope he'll be like him in the near future.

[brisbanelions4life]

Albie is a strong little fella, gives off a good bump and muscles his way to kicking goals. Like to see him get more game time, which will enhance and experience his game.

[worbsy]

How bloody good was his bump the other day? Nearly tore the other blokes shoulder off! Hard nut is an understatement, he has to be a contender for the next Byron Pickett!

He looks like an angry man when he's on the field, and the club needs a bit of that. It's like the Scott brothers (Chris and Brad obviously) somehow had a love child with Pickett and they produced little Albie! lol

[b_lions16]

Byron Pickett was renowned for his 'dirty' approach @ the ball, he was as aggressive as anyone, reckon the best season he played was @ the Kangas.
Hope Albie can become like this true champ.

[lions_girl_4life]

Those little moments that Albie showed during the two games this year show he could be a true champion.

[Jedstheman]

No update on Alberts Court date today which is a positive.......If he did get max punishment for his hissy fit Jail time beckoned and the press would of been all over it but as there are no stories in the print media or on T.V It makes me think the whole thing has been Quashed whitch is good......... Al can now put his focus 100% on football and paying back the club for standing by him in his darkest hour thus far.:D

[Jedstheman]

Well got some news AL Proud will face the Southport court again on April or May 20th the computers were down yesterday when he appeared and the case has been put on ice again..............This is turning into a never ending saga

[lions_girl_4life]

This is going to go on and on with all the crap they put on. By the time they finish the case, the season will be over.

[Jedstheman]

He came off late in the fourth Quart and seemed in a little pain and was rubbing his calf hope this aint gunna be an issue.

[lions_girl_4life]

Frankly, we don't need any more injuries or issues. It's just not our start to the year. It's been injury after injury.

[christicehurst]

He came off late in the fourth Quart and seemed in a little pain and was rubbing his calf hope this aint gunna be an issue.

Not that upset with that injury. We can cover him.

[Jedstheman]

Vossy on Albies courage when putting his head over the ball ( Taken from the print interveiw in todays Courier Mail)

Some guys are Kamikazes.....Albert Proud is....if he could go underground ,he would:D

Vossy also says he is over the whole Albie the Slasher thing that was going............. although dissapointed with the whole thing I think Vossy will have him playing next Saturday nite

[lions_girl_4life]

Good to hear, I know what Albie did was wrong but he is a big part of our team.

[worbsy]

I just hope Proud doesn't give away reckless frees when he plays. The star potential is certainly there though.

[b_lions16]

Byron Pickett certainly just charged into the ball and killed everyone in the contest. ;)
He's not as big and angry as Charmo and Picka were, and he certainly has pace...just hope that whatever happened off-field won't turn into an on-field affair....

[lions_girl_4life]

There will be atleast one opposition player making smart arse comments to him.

[worbsy]

My concern is that he goes after the man a lot of the time, not the ball.

[lions_girl_4life]

If he does decide to something about it... Make sure the umpire isn't looking. :)

[worbsy]

But make sure the fans can see it! Which means he'll be reported coz of video footage... bugger.

[b_lions16]

There will be atleast one opposition player making smart arse comments to him.
No one would want to go there after the incident with Adam Selwood and Dessie Headland....:rolleyes:

[b_lions16]

ALBERT Proud's lawyer has expressed his frustration after the Brisbane Lions midfielder's assault case was again adjourned. Proud (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Albert_Proud) was set to re-appear at Southport Magistrates Court on Tuesday on a charge of assault occasioning bodily harm (http://www.news.com.au/couriermail/story/0,,25007732-10389,00.html), following several earlier adjournments.

However, the case was adjourned until May 12 after some of the facts of the case were again disputed.

The charge carries a maximum penalty of seven years' jail.

Proud, 20, was suspended and fined an undisclosed amount by the Lions (http://www.news.com.au/couriermail/story/0,,25009575-5016169,00.html) following a January 31 incident at a Gold Coast bar.

Police allege Proud threw a glass at a 23-year-old woman who required stitches to a cut above her eye.

The Lions lifted their suspension in order for Proud to play the NAB Cup quarter-final against Essendon on February 27.

Proud has played the last two AFL games for the Lions, including last Saturday night's 33-point win over Sydney at the Gabba.

"We are trying to get some agreed facts between the prosecution and ourselves," Proud's lawyer Steve Miotti said.

"The prosecution requested an extension of time to get those facts prepared.

"It's been very frustrating to be honest. We were hoping to deal with this quite quickly.

"We've been adjourned a couple of times through no fault of our own - it's a bit disappointing."

Miotti said Proud was holding up well despite playing with an assault case hanging over his head.

"I spoke to him after the game on Saturday. He's a bit frustrated like we all are but we are trying to get it dealt with as quickly as we can," he said.http://www.news.com.au/couriermail/sport/afl/story/0,27046,25337471-5016181,00.html

[worbsy]

Whats he frustrated for? It's his own fault in the first place...

[b_lions16]

It's all mustered up really, we don't know what's happening, if it's as serious as he could go to jail for 7 years maximum....

[Jedstheman]

It's all mustered up really, we don't know what's happening, if it's as serious as he could go to jail for 7 years maximum....
If it was serious the prosecution would have a case and nailed him the fact that they are still trying to build a case says that they are clutching at straws:D

[worbsy]

I would advise them not to put those straws anywhere near a glass! Hehe

[Kenyon]

Travesty he's been dropped. Possum & the psuedo superstar can thank their lucky stars.

[b_lions16]

He's been put under a lot of stress says Voss.
He came in for Brennan...and one week of rest for his strangled mind may be a plus. ;)

[lions_girl_4life]

It didn't actually click that he wasn't in the line up.

[christicehurst]

POLICE are expected to lay another assault charge against Brisbane Lions midfielder Albert Proud, after a second woman came forward claiming she was hurt during an incident at a Gold Coast bar.
Proud is awaiting sentencing after pleading guilty to a single charge of assault occasioning bodily harm on January 31.

In that incident, police said the AFL player threw a glass at a 23-year-old NSW woman who needed stitches for a cut above her eye.

In Southport Magistrates Court today, Proud's lawyer Steve Miotti said police had indicated they would seek to lay a fresh charge this week.

"There will be another charge laid against my client, somewhat late I might add,'' he told the court.

"Through some discussion in an effort to agree on the facts of the case a third party seems to wish to complain about an element of conduct.''

Magistrate Brian Kilmartin adjourned the matter for mention on June 1, adding an application to vacate Proud's guilty plea would be heard then.

Outside the court, Mr Miotti said he feared the court case could now drag on for months.

The woman making the new assault claims was one of a group at whom the glass was thrown during the incident.


http://www.news.com.au/story/0,27574,25466887-421,00.html

[lions_girl_4life]

I don't know how to feel about this one.

[worbsy]

Its kinda irrelevant that one, doesnt add anything to the case IMO given it was the same incident. Just someone out to get some extra cash if they sue him! lol

[worbsy]

Best game so far for us?

I really liked his physicality. Looked dangerous around the forward line too.

[lions_girl_4life]

Definately on the improve.. He is just getting better.

[Balony_pony16]

awesome game with his attack on the ball...I am sure Voss would love this kid

[Jedstheman]

awesome game with his attack on the ball...I am sure Voss would love this kid
Albie was the third player Vossy went to after the game and gave a pat on the back I think he noticed Prouds game Balone as did all here:D

[b_lions16]

11 kicks, 6 handballs = 17 disposals (5 contested possessions)
6 CLANGERS!...lol. :D...all @ 65% Disposal Efficiency. :)

[Balony_pony16]

What will happen to Proud at the club now he has pleaded guilty t glassing a woman at a nightclub? Interesting to see Greg Bird from the NRL get sent to jail this week for a glassing offense

[lions_girl_4life]

I know Albie did something wrong, VERY wrong.. But he is a great player and I would like him to play. But I also don't believe in double-standards so whatever punishment he gets, he will have deserved it.

[Jedstheman]

Missed two goals that were very gettable didn't have the best game but did a couple of nice thing and his pressure up forward was massive................but in saying that he could easily be dropped;)

[b_lions16]

The 1st miss was forgivable...but the 2nd where he played on and it got smothered...OMFG...that was a gimme.

[Kenyon]

Missed two goals that were very gettable didn't have the best game but did a couple of nice thing and his pressure up forward was massive................but in saying that he could easily be dropped;)

The injury to Collier & the game of Sheldon say Proud stays in the seniors.

[pengoau]

if he is convicted, would the afl see him as bringing the game into disripute?

[Jedstheman]

if he is convicted, would the afl see him as bringing the game into disripute?


Interesting Q Pengoau Did Andy Cracker copp that off the Afl when he went into lock up? And if so Proud should maybe get the same.