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The Advertiser
5 days ago
- Sport
- The Advertiser
How young Dockers midfielder is coping with the trolls
Fremantle midfielder Matthew Johnson has opened up about the online trolling he has copped since last year, saying the support he is receiving from his teammates and coaches is helping him deal with the haters. Johnson has filled a key midfield role this season, his ability to win the ball and bust through tackles proving crucial. The 22-year-old is averaging career highs in disposals (19), clearances (2.8), inside 50s (3.9) and tackles (3.2) this year. But Johnson's career return of 9.21 in front of goal, including 5.17 since the start of last season and a drop in disposal efficiency this year, have seen him become the target of online trolls. "Last year especially (it was bad)," Johnson said. "I don't think anyone likes getting shit thrown at them, but what can you do? "I've learned now that you don't pay it much attention. I try not to read it, to be honest. "I just turn my Instagram settings off, turn off the notifications for people who I don't know, so they can't get to me. "It was pretty hard at stages last year seeing stuff like that, but I just really want to keep improving and put my best foot forward." Johnson said the support he had received within the four walls at Fremantle had helped him deal with the haters. "It's not nice to read that stuff," Johnson said. "But at the end of the day, it comes from people that probably don't have a lot of idea about what's going on, and I've got a lot of support from the players inside the four walls and my coaching staff as well." Johnson entered last week's game against Port Adelaide with 1.6 to his name for the season. But the 48-gamer looked every bit a smooth mover when he nailed a 50m goal on the run during the second quarter. Johnson set up another goal moments later, with his efforts sparking Fremantle to a 49-point win. "I was conscious of the fact I've kicked a lot of points this year, but I've just been doing practice during the week and trying to get the reps in," Johnson said. Fremantle (6-5) pulled a selection shock on Thursday when they named veteran Nat Fyfe for Saturday's clash with high-flying Gold Coast (8-2) at People First Stadium. Fyfe, who is likely to be the sub, is yet to play at AFL level this year, and was widely expected to make his return from a hamstring injury via the WAFL. Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir is also backing in fit-again ruckman Sean Darcy to partner Luke Jackson in their battle with star Gold Coast big Jarrod Witts. Defender Josh Draper has been recalled to replace Dockers skipper Alex Pearce, who is battling a stress response in his left shin. Fremantle midfielder Matthew Johnson has opened up about the online trolling he has copped since last year, saying the support he is receiving from his teammates and coaches is helping him deal with the haters. Johnson has filled a key midfield role this season, his ability to win the ball and bust through tackles proving crucial. The 22-year-old is averaging career highs in disposals (19), clearances (2.8), inside 50s (3.9) and tackles (3.2) this year. But Johnson's career return of 9.21 in front of goal, including 5.17 since the start of last season and a drop in disposal efficiency this year, have seen him become the target of online trolls. "Last year especially (it was bad)," Johnson said. "I don't think anyone likes getting shit thrown at them, but what can you do? "I've learned now that you don't pay it much attention. I try not to read it, to be honest. "I just turn my Instagram settings off, turn off the notifications for people who I don't know, so they can't get to me. "It was pretty hard at stages last year seeing stuff like that, but I just really want to keep improving and put my best foot forward." Johnson said the support he had received within the four walls at Fremantle had helped him deal with the haters. "It's not nice to read that stuff," Johnson said. "But at the end of the day, it comes from people that probably don't have a lot of idea about what's going on, and I've got a lot of support from the players inside the four walls and my coaching staff as well." Johnson entered last week's game against Port Adelaide with 1.6 to his name for the season. But the 48-gamer looked every bit a smooth mover when he nailed a 50m goal on the run during the second quarter. Johnson set up another goal moments later, with his efforts sparking Fremantle to a 49-point win. "I was conscious of the fact I've kicked a lot of points this year, but I've just been doing practice during the week and trying to get the reps in," Johnson said. Fremantle (6-5) pulled a selection shock on Thursday when they named veteran Nat Fyfe for Saturday's clash with high-flying Gold Coast (8-2) at People First Stadium. Fyfe, who is likely to be the sub, is yet to play at AFL level this year, and was widely expected to make his return from a hamstring injury via the WAFL. Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir is also backing in fit-again ruckman Sean Darcy to partner Luke Jackson in their battle with star Gold Coast big Jarrod Witts. Defender Josh Draper has been recalled to replace Dockers skipper Alex Pearce, who is battling a stress response in his left shin. Fremantle midfielder Matthew Johnson has opened up about the online trolling he has copped since last year, saying the support he is receiving from his teammates and coaches is helping him deal with the haters. Johnson has filled a key midfield role this season, his ability to win the ball and bust through tackles proving crucial. The 22-year-old is averaging career highs in disposals (19), clearances (2.8), inside 50s (3.9) and tackles (3.2) this year. But Johnson's career return of 9.21 in front of goal, including 5.17 since the start of last season and a drop in disposal efficiency this year, have seen him become the target of online trolls. "Last year especially (it was bad)," Johnson said. "I don't think anyone likes getting shit thrown at them, but what can you do? "I've learned now that you don't pay it much attention. I try not to read it, to be honest. "I just turn my Instagram settings off, turn off the notifications for people who I don't know, so they can't get to me. "It was pretty hard at stages last year seeing stuff like that, but I just really want to keep improving and put my best foot forward." Johnson said the support he had received within the four walls at Fremantle had helped him deal with the haters. "It's not nice to read that stuff," Johnson said. "But at the end of the day, it comes from people that probably don't have a lot of idea about what's going on, and I've got a lot of support from the players inside the four walls and my coaching staff as well." Johnson entered last week's game against Port Adelaide with 1.6 to his name for the season. But the 48-gamer looked every bit a smooth mover when he nailed a 50m goal on the run during the second quarter. Johnson set up another goal moments later, with his efforts sparking Fremantle to a 49-point win. "I was conscious of the fact I've kicked a lot of points this year, but I've just been doing practice during the week and trying to get the reps in," Johnson said. Fremantle (6-5) pulled a selection shock on Thursday when they named veteran Nat Fyfe for Saturday's clash with high-flying Gold Coast (8-2) at People First Stadium. Fyfe, who is likely to be the sub, is yet to play at AFL level this year, and was widely expected to make his return from a hamstring injury via the WAFL. Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir is also backing in fit-again ruckman Sean Darcy to partner Luke Jackson in their battle with star Gold Coast big Jarrod Witts. Defender Josh Draper has been recalled to replace Dockers skipper Alex Pearce, who is battling a stress response in his left shin.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
How young Dockers midfielder is coping with the trolls
Fremantle midfielder Matthew Johnson has opened up about the online trolling he has copped since last year, saying the support he is receiving from his teammates and coaches is helping him deal with the haters. Johnson has filled a key midfield role this season, his ability to win the ball and bust through tackles proving crucial. The 22-year-old is averaging career highs in disposals (19), clearances (2.8), inside 50s (3.9) and tackles (3.2) this year. But Johnson's career return of 9.21 in front of goal, including 5.17 since the start of last season and a drop in disposal efficiency this year, have seen him become the target of online trolls. "Last year especially (it was bad)," Johnson said. "I don't think anyone likes getting shit thrown at them, but what can you do? "I've learned now that you don't pay it much attention. I try not to read it, to be honest. "I just turn my Instagram settings off, turn off the notifications for people who I don't know, so they can't get to me. "It was pretty hard at stages last year seeing stuff like that, but I just really want to keep improving and put my best foot forward." Johnson said the support he had received within the four walls at Fremantle had helped him deal with the haters. "It's not nice to read that stuff," Johnson said. "But at the end of the day, it comes from people that probably don't have a lot of idea about what's going on, and I've got a lot of support from the players inside the four walls and my coaching staff as well." Johnson entered last week's game against Port Adelaide with 1.6 to his name for the season. But the 48-gamer looked every bit a smooth mover when he nailed a 50m goal on the run during the second quarter. Johnson set up another goal moments later, with his efforts sparking Fremantle to a 49-point win. "I was conscious of the fact I've kicked a lot of points this year, but I've just been doing practice during the week and trying to get the reps in," Johnson said. Fremantle (6-5) pulled a selection shock on Thursday when they named veteran Nat Fyfe for Saturday's clash with high-flying Gold Coast (8-2) at People First Stadium. Fyfe, who is likely to be the sub, is yet to play at AFL level this year, and was widely expected to make his return from a hamstring injury via the WAFL. Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir is also backing in fit-again ruckman Sean Darcy to partner Luke Jackson in their battle with star Gold Coast big Jarrod Witts. Defender Josh Draper has been recalled to replace Dockers skipper Alex Pearce, who is battling a stress response in his left shin.
West Australian
6 days ago
- Sport
- West Australian
How young Dockers midfielder is coping with the trolls
Fremantle midfielder Matthew Johnson has opened up about the online trolling he has copped since last year, saying the support he is receiving from his teammates and coaches is helping him deal with the haters. Johnson has filled a key midfield role this season, his ability to win the ball and bust through tackles proving crucial. The 22-year-old is averaging career highs in disposals (19), clearances (2.8), inside 50s (3.9) and tackles (3.2) this year. But Johnson's career return of 9.21 in front of goal, including 5.17 since the start of last season and a drop in disposal efficiency this year, have seen him become the target of online trolls. "Last year especially (it was bad)," Johnson said. "I don't think anyone likes getting shit thrown at them, but what can you do? "I've learned now that you don't pay it much attention. I try not to read it, to be honest. "I just turn my Instagram settings off, turn off the notifications for people who I don't know, so they can't get to me. "It was pretty hard at stages last year seeing stuff like that, but I just really want to keep improving and put my best foot forward." Johnson said the support he had received within the four walls at Fremantle had helped him deal with the haters. "It's not nice to read that stuff," Johnson said. "But at the end of the day, it comes from people that probably don't have a lot of idea about what's going on, and I've got a lot of support from the players inside the four walls and my coaching staff as well." Johnson entered last week's game against Port Adelaide with 1.6 to his name for the season. But the 48-gamer looked every bit a smooth mover when he nailed a 50m goal on the run during the second quarter. Johnson set up another goal moments later, with his efforts sparking Fremantle to a 49-point win. "I was conscious of the fact I've kicked a lot of points this year, but I've just been doing practice during the week and trying to get the reps in," Johnson said. Fremantle (6-5) pulled a selection shock on Thursday when they named veteran Nat Fyfe for Saturday's clash with high-flying Gold Coast (8-2) at People First Stadium. Fyfe, who is likely to be the sub, is yet to play at AFL level this year, and was widely expected to make his return from a hamstring injury via the WAFL. Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir is also backing in fit-again ruckman Sean Darcy to partner Luke Jackson in their battle with star Gold Coast big Jarrod Witts. Defender Josh Draper has been recalled to replace Dockers skipper Alex Pearce, who is battling a stress response in his left shin.
Perth Now
6 days ago
- Sport
- Perth Now
How young Dockers midfielder is coping with the trolls
Fremantle midfielder Matthew Johnson has opened up about the online trolling he has copped since last year, saying the support he is receiving from his teammates and coaches is helping him deal with the haters. Johnson has filled a key midfield role this season, his ability to win the ball and bust through tackles proving crucial. The 22-year-old is averaging career highs in disposals (19), clearances (2.8), inside 50s (3.9) and tackles (3.2) this year. But Johnson's career return of 9.21 in front of goal, including 5.17 since the start of last season and a drop in disposal efficiency this year, have seen him become the target of online trolls. "Last year especially (it was bad)," Johnson said. "I don't think anyone likes getting shit thrown at them, but what can you do? "I've learned now that you don't pay it much attention. I try not to read it, to be honest. "I just turn my Instagram settings off, turn off the notifications for people who I don't know, so they can't get to me. "It was pretty hard at stages last year seeing stuff like that, but I just really want to keep improving and put my best foot forward." Johnson said the support he had received within the four walls at Fremantle had helped him deal with the haters. "It's not nice to read that stuff," Johnson said. "But at the end of the day, it comes from people that probably don't have a lot of idea about what's going on, and I've got a lot of support from the players inside the four walls and my coaching staff as well." Johnson entered last week's game against Port Adelaide with 1.6 to his name for the season. But the 48-gamer looked every bit a smooth mover when he nailed a 50m goal on the run during the second quarter. Johnson set up another goal moments later, with his efforts sparking Fremantle to a 49-point win. "I was conscious of the fact I've kicked a lot of points this year, but I've just been doing practice during the week and trying to get the reps in," Johnson said. Fremantle (6-5) pulled a selection shock on Thursday when they named veteran Nat Fyfe for Saturday's clash with high-flying Gold Coast (8-2) at People First Stadium. Fyfe, who is likely to be the sub, is yet to play at AFL level this year, and was widely expected to make his return from a hamstring injury via the WAFL. Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir is also backing in fit-again ruckman Sean Darcy to partner Luke Jackson in their battle with star Gold Coast big Jarrod Witts. Defender Josh Draper has been recalled to replace Dockers skipper Alex Pearce, who is battling a stress response in his left shin.
Arab Times
27-05-2025
- Politics
- Arab Times
US Embassy highlights enduring Kuwait alliance
KUWAIT CITY, May 27: The United States Embassy in Kuwait on Tuesday reaffirmed the robust strategic ties between the two countries and their shared commitment to regional security and stability. In a statement, the embassy said it hosted a Memorial Day event on Monday evening in collaboration with the American Business Council-Kuwait (ABCK). The event featured remarks by US Ambassador to Kuwait Karen Sasahara and US Air Force Colonel Matthew Johnson, both of whom emphasized the symbolic importance of Memorial Day and the enduring partnership between Kuwait and the United States. Ambassador Sasahara and Colonel Johnson highlighted the significance of the occasion in honoring the sacrifices made by American service members and reaffirming the joint dedication of both nations to peace and security in the region. The event included a documentary screening focusing on the Liberation of Kuwait from Iraqi occupation. The film featured firsthand accounts from American, coalition, and Kuwaiti participants, reflecting more than three decades of military cooperation and sacrifice in Kuwait and the wider Gulf region. Senior Kuwaiti officials, members of the US diplomatic mission, and representatives from ABCK attended the event, underscoring the strong bilateral relations that extend beyond defense to include education, commerce, and cultural exchange. The US Embassy's statement emphasized that the longstanding partnership between Kuwait and the United States continues to be a cornerstone of regional stability, strengthened through ongoing collaboration across multiple sectors.
