cousins

yep, i hate west coast as much as the next guy (well, as much as the next guy if he's a fair dinkum freo supporter) and i've been pretty hyper-critical of ben's off field antics for a long time but to be really honest, i'm getting no pleasure with this week's developments. as much as i think the guy's a self-obsessed, arrogant, pretty-boy jerk, i can't deny that he has a pretty rare footballing talent and it is sad to see his life spiralling out of control. as was the case with michael gardiner last year, benny-boy is a guy with amazing ability who had the world at his feet and has thrown it away through some pretty poor choices. hopefully he can pull himself together and get healthy.

i've gotta say that i'm rather (begrudgingly) impressed with west coast for taking the tough decision to suspend him indefinitely. given how integral he is to their side and how well he can play even when abusing his body i really didn't think they would be prepared to make such a big sacrifice. ultimately though it is the best thing for the team cos if cousins can be axed then anyone can.