Post by: brenden on April 03, 2015, 05:52:44 pm
Round 1: (http://i.imgur.com/zu9WVdT.png)
Ned Nerb's Tips:
Sydney v
Lions v
Bulldogs v
Hawks v
Essendon to potentially upset Sydney on the back of good news and high-spirits... But not likely.
Lions to take Collingwood by surprise.
Dangerous looking North list to edge a strong Adelaide side.
Someone has to disagree, let's get it going!
Post by: Aaron on April 03, 2015, 06:01:49 pm
Anyway, my tips for this week:
Gold Coast v Melbourne - GC to win
Sydney v Essendon - Syd to win
Lions v Collingwood - Collingwood to win
Bulldogs v West Coast - West Coast to win
St Kilda v GWS - GWS to win
Adelaide v North - North to win
Fremantle v Port - Port to win
Hawks v Geelong - Hawks to win
I'm only really interested in one match, and that's Adel v North on Sunday :)
Post by: MDMA on April 03, 2015, 06:28:58 pm
Well I had Carlton to win last night, not a good start. I had high hopes. Also tipping on the official AFL tipping site (tipping.afl.com.au)
Anyway, my tips for this week:
Gold Coast v Melbourne - GC to win
Sydney v Essendon - Syd to win
Lions v Collingwood - Collingwood to win
Bulldogs v West Coast - West Coast to win
St Kilda v GWS - GWS to win
Adelaide v North - North to win
Fremantle v Port - Port to win
Hawks v Geelong - Hawks to win
I'm only really interested in one match, and that's Adel v North on Sunday :)
We have the same tips :)
I may be biased because I'm a Hawthorn supporter but how can you not find Hawks vs Geelong interesting :P They are 100% my favourite games - nail biters to the end.
Post by: Reus on April 03, 2015, 07:00:38 pm
Sydney v
Adelaide v
Freo v
Post by: MDMA on April 03, 2015, 07:21:21 pm
Freo vbye bye 2 tipsPortHawksv Geelong
Post by: Reus on April 03, 2015, 07:58:07 pm
bye bye 2 tipsI feel like Freo will win by a slim margin and as a Cats supporter, we've always had the upper hand against the Hawks with like 11 wins and 2 losses in the last decade - iirc, you guys always choke against us :P.
Post by: IndefatigableLover on April 03, 2015, 08:04:25 pm
Sydney v
Lions v
Hawks v
Same as Ned Nerb but with the change in West Coast and
Looking forward to the Lions vs. Collingwood match (Beams to take on his old side should be a classic match)!
I feel like Freo will win by a slim margin and as a Cats supporter, we've always had the upper hand against the Hawks with like 11 wins and 2 losses in the last decade - iirc, you guys always choke against us :P.That is true however I believe the Kennett Curse is over now LOL (though the addition of Clark/Frawley to both the Cats and Hawks should make things pretty interesting)!
Post by: Gentoo on April 03, 2015, 08:26:08 pm
Sydney v
Freo v
Hawks v
My heart says Geelong, but my brain says Hawthorn... >.<
Also, letsss go kangas!!!
Post by: Reus on April 03, 2015, 08:37:13 pm
That is true however I believe the Kennett Curse is over now LOL (though the addition of Clark/Frawley to both the Cats and Hawks should make things pretty interesting)!HAHA I hated the day it was broken. Never forget :'(
Post by: Anchy on April 03, 2015, 09:10:27 pm
Sydney v Essendon: Feeling a 50+ trashing tbh.
Lions v Collingwood: Good pre-season, good recruits, should win.
Bulldogs v West Coast: Haven't got a clue about this.. should be tight?
St Kilda v GWS: Same as above. ^
Adelaide v North: North are going to be a scary team this year. Should be too good for the Crows.
Fremantle v Port: Only because it's @ Subi
Hawks v Geelong: Lets go boys! Clark/Hawkins to cause huge issues for the Hawks!!! WOOOP
Post by: anna.xo on April 03, 2015, 09:16:48 pm
As deeply attached to Hawthorn as I am, the games between these 2 make me cry. But they're also really exciting hahaha ! We can beat any team confidently..except this one :'(
a Cats supporter
I can't deal with this.
Post by: Reus on April 03, 2015, 09:17:08 pm
Hawks v Geelong: Lets go boys! Clark/Hawkins to cause huge issues for the Hawks!!! WOOOPThat's what's up!! Motlop!!!!!
Post by: Tyleralp1 on April 03, 2015, 09:47:46 pm
Why not have a footy tip competition run online? I'm pretty sure Footytips.com is the one most people use for online tipping. Doesn't have to be for any real prize, maybe even a sig title, but really just for some AN fun :)
I'm sure one of the mods could quickly set up an online group for AN on the site and manage it that way, or someone else from the forum (I'm willing to do it too).
Let me know your thoughts! :)
Post by: Reus on April 03, 2015, 11:29:17 pm
Post by: Aaron on April 04, 2015, 01:58:22 am
I'm already on tipping on the AFL site, if you can make your own groups on there, who'd like to join?
As am I.. You can create a 'Comp' which I think is the same thing as a group.
Post by: Reus on April 04, 2015, 10:40:10 am
Post by: MDMA on April 04, 2015, 12:30:18 pm
I feel like Freo will win by a slim margin and as a Cats supporter, we've always had the upper hand against the Hawks with like 11 wins and 2 losses in the last decade - iirc, you guys always choke against us :P.Like choking in the grand finals and prelims :)
Post by: brenden on April 04, 2015, 05:27:52 pm
Post by: Reus on April 04, 2015, 06:08:52 pm
Like choking in the grand finals and prelims :)Nup but choking 12 out of 15 times against Geelong since 2008 :)
Post by: MDMA on April 04, 2015, 06:36:29 pm
Nup but choking 12 out of 15 times against Geelong since 2008 :)Losing home and away games in moderation are fine. Losing Grand Final's aren't fine! GO HAWKS.
Post by: Reus on April 04, 2015, 07:39:07 pm
Post by: anna.xo on April 05, 2015, 05:40:42 pm
Post by: MDMA on April 05, 2015, 06:10:32 pm
So excited for tomorrow's game ! Should be good ! 8)I'm going 8) Will I see you among the odd 80,000 people with your flamboyant red jacket? luls :o
Post by: Phy124 on April 05, 2015, 06:30:28 pm
Dangerous looking North list to edge a strong Adelaide side.lel
Tough first game for your lads. Will bounce back next week, though.
Post by: brenden on April 05, 2015, 07:42:15 pm
lelWell, I'd probably drown myself if we didn't.
Tough first game for your lads. Will bounce back next week, though.
Nah, I think Brisbane will be a decent side this year. I'm starting to think Kayne Turner is more of an assassin that a football player.
Post by: Aaron on April 05, 2015, 07:43:45 pm
Post by: anna.xo on April 06, 2015, 09:13:54 am
I'm going 8) Will I see you among the odd 80,000 people with your flamboyant red jacket? luls :oI wish man..I'm not going :'(
Watching the game from the comfort of my bed haha !
Red isn't Hawthorn's favourite colour ;)
Post by: Joseph41 on April 06, 2015, 09:40:31 am
If there are any other Melbourne supporters, I love you eternally.
Post by: Anchy on April 06, 2015, 10:44:29 am
Post by: anna.xo on April 06, 2015, 10:57:26 am
Wohooooo! Go the cats!No. Just no.
Post by: MDMA on April 06, 2015, 11:03:22 am
No. Just no.Oh what? I thought you went for Geelong! GO HAWKS!!!! Respect x 1000000.
Wohooooo! Go the cats!I echo Anna's sentiment. Hawks are going to have a field day :)
Post by: anna.xo on April 06, 2015, 11:05:18 am
Oh what? I thought you went for Geelong! GO HAWKS!!!! Respect x 1000000.
I echo Anna's sentiment. Hawks are going to have a field day :)
HAWTHORN gonna tear up that field !!!!
Post by: Smiley_ on April 06, 2015, 11:59:31 am
Oh what? I thought you went for Geelong! GO HAWKS!!!! Respect x 1000000.
I echo Anna's sentiment. Hawks are going to have a field day :)
I think Geelong has a pretty good chance today! Looking forward to the game.
Post by: Reus on April 06, 2015, 01:12:07 pm
Post by: MDMA on April 06, 2015, 01:27:18 pm
Hawks better be ready for Hawkins and Motlop 8)Don't worry! We are ready. :)
B: Burgoyne Frawley Lake
HB: Langford Gibson Stratton
Post by: Anchy on April 06, 2015, 03:52:09 pm
Game living up to its expectation already, should be a thriller.
Post by: Reus on April 06, 2015, 03:54:12 pm
Clark looks like he hasn't missed any footy at all! Haha.Absolutely! Geelong seem quite shaky despite leading.
Game living up to its expectation already, should be a thriller.
Post by: anna.xo on April 06, 2015, 06:02:47 pm
Geelong fans - get used to this feeling !!!!
Post by: Reus on April 06, 2015, 06:46:22 pm
HAWKS ABSOLUTELY SLAYING ! 8)It'll take a while to get used to after top 4 dominance and 3 premierships in the last 6 years !
Geelong fans - get used to this feeling !!!!
Post by: anna.xo on April 06, 2015, 06:58:38 pm
It'll take a while to get used to after top 4 dominance and 3 premierships in the last 6 years !This is the start of our streak ! We'll be continuing like this, just you watch ! 8)
Post by: ~V on April 07, 2015, 03:25:30 pm
This is the start of our streak ! We'll be continuing like this, just you watch ! 8)Don't get too ahead of yourselves hawk fans, there's still 6 months and 16 other teams.
Post by: anna.xo on April 07, 2015, 09:28:00 pm
Don't get too ahead of yourselves hawk fans, there's still 6 months and 16 other teams.First round sets the tone for the rest of the year 8)
Post by: Aaron on April 07, 2015, 09:30:14 pm
My Round 2 Tips
(http://img.prntscr.com/img?url=http://i.imgur.com/8pvDe6D.png)
My round 2 tips above in the spoiler ^
Submit yours :)
(screenshot from afl tipping)
I had trouble deciding Port vs Swans.. I have a feeling Port will be much better. We'll see though. I know the margin of 24 points for WCE vs Carlton is a bit of a stretch but I think they can pull off a win. Anything close to the 24pt margin is good enough for me :)
Post by: Reus on April 07, 2015, 09:50:59 pm
First round sets the tone for the rest of the year 8)Haha hardly. Just check last year's round 1 ladder and compare it to round 20. :)
Post by: anna.xo on April 07, 2015, 09:52:21 pm
Haha hardly. Just check last year's round 1 ladder and compare it to round 20. :)That was then, this is now 8)
Post by: Reus on April 07, 2015, 09:58:40 pm
That was then, this is now 8)
Bruh...
Demons and the Dockers really? :/My Round 2 Tips(http://img.prntscr.com/img?url=http://i.imgur.com/8pvDe6D.png)
My round 2 tips above in the spoiler ^
Submit yours :)
(screenshot from afl tipping)
I had trouble deciding Port vs Swans.. I have a feeling Port will be much better. We'll see though. I know the margin of 24 points for WCE vs Carlton is a bit of a stretch but I think they can pull off a win. Anything close to the 24pt margin is good enough for me :)
Heres mine:
Spoiler
(http://i.imgur.com/J2DQYNp.png)
Post by: anna.xo on April 07, 2015, 10:02:57 pm
Bruh...Look, I know you're sore about Geelong getting thrashed by the mighty Hawks, but it's really not my fault if you support a team with such poor form ! No need to be jealous..I'm sure Geelong will come back..eventually
Demons and the Dockers really? :/
Heres mine:Spoiler(http://i.imgur.com/J2DQYNp.png)
Post by: Reus on April 07, 2015, 10:05:07 pm
Look, I know you're sore about Geelong getting thrashed by the mighty Hawks, but it's really not my fault if you support a team with such poor form ! No need to be jealous..I'm sure Geelong will come back..eventuallyHaha a little sore... but poor form? Come on! 3 prems in 5 years isn't to bad :P
Ooo btw guys, the AN comp on AFL tipping is made https://tipping.afl.com.au/comp/an-tipping join!!
Post by: anna.xo on April 07, 2015, 10:10:04 pm
Haha a little sore... but poor form? Come on! 3 prems in 5 years isn't to badJealousy at it's finest haha !
Ooo btw guys, the AN comp on AFL tipping is made https://tipping.afl.com.au/comp/an-tipping join!!
For a team that think so highly of themselves, Geelong must be feeling pretty embarrassed to lose to a team like the mighty Hawks..guess they're not as good as they think
What was that about the Hawks choking against Geelong ?
Post by: Reus on April 07, 2015, 10:12:40 pm
Jealousy at it's finest haha !You guys have won back to back prems... possibly the hardest matchup are the Hawks. But yeah, choking 12 out of 16 times against Geelong since 2008 :)
For a team that think so highly of themselves, Geelong must be feeling pretty embarrassed to lose to a team like the mighty Hawks..guess they're not as good as they think
What was that about the Hawks choking against Geelong ?
Post by: anna.xo on April 07, 2015, 10:15:41 pm
You guys have won back to back prems... possibly the hardest matchup are the Hawks. But yeah, choking 12 out of 16 times against Geelong since 2008 :)
Exactly..Geelong just can't match us..we're in a league of our own 8)
Who's counting anyway ? LOL. Look, we picked up our game and now we're back, stronger than ever, and ready to whip you guys !!!
Post by: Aaron on April 07, 2015, 10:52:47 pm
Ooo btw guys, the AN comp on AFL tipping is made https://tipping.afl.com.au/comp/an-tipping join!!
Joined.
Post by: MDMA on April 08, 2015, 06:45:43 pm
Regardless of the result, Anna and I will be happy at the end of the year if you know what I mean :) GO HAWKSSSSSSSS.
Post by: Aaron on April 12, 2015, 02:28:02 pm
Post by: Reus on April 12, 2015, 02:59:17 pm
So.. my tips this week are absolutely terrible!! Have lost 4 predictions already. Anyone else in a similar boat or were my tips too adventurous?I'm not doing too bad! Sitting on top of the AN comp :P
Post by: Aaron on April 12, 2015, 11:20:52 pm
Post by: anna.xo on April 12, 2015, 11:46:46 pm
Post by: Phy124 on April 13, 2015, 02:00:35 am
Post by: anna.xo on April 13, 2015, 07:16:06 am
The current anguish of Hawthorn supporters sustains me.You're not a very nice person, I must say..
But on this subject, Hawthorn's "sledging" towards Geelong was absolutely disgusting and makes me ashamed to support a team that could sink so low. Really, really revolting behaviour.
Post by: alchemy on April 13, 2015, 08:01:16 am
Go bombers!
Post by: brenden on April 13, 2015, 10:34:59 am
The current anguish of Hawthorn supporters sustains me.Pmsl. Luke Bruest is having a shit one this morning.
Post by: Anchy on April 13, 2015, 10:48:06 am
Post by: brenden on April 13, 2015, 12:17:03 pm
Post by: Reus on April 13, 2015, 12:57:50 pm
I really wish I could give all the Geelong supporters some fairy bread right now.I'll just return it back - after the Hawks' loss :)
Post by: Reus on April 13, 2015, 12:59:02 pm
Remember to join people https://tipping.afl.com.au/comp/an-tipping :)
Post by: anna.xo on April 13, 2015, 01:04:34 pm
I'll just return it back - after the Hawks' loss :)Oh get lost :'(
Post by: ~V on April 13, 2015, 07:22:19 pm
I really wish I could give all the Geelong supporters some fairy bread right now.
I'll just return it back - after the Hawks' loss :)hahaha rekt.
Post by: Aaron on April 13, 2015, 11:30:48 pm
Round 3 tips
(http://i.imgur.com/rfMS9Tn.png)
My round 3 tips... subject to change since it's so early in the week. I'm taking a bit of a gamble with St Kilda to win by 10.. we'll see though.
Post by: Reus on April 18, 2015, 11:50:31 pm
Spoiler
(http://i.imgur.com/tKj10Yh.png)
Post by: Rod on April 19, 2015, 12:03:42 am
Carlton to finish 17th
Mick to be sacked
Judd to retire
Carlton to tank the last two games (like 2007/8?) and actually finish 18th
Post by: Aaron on April 24, 2015, 05:46:47 pm
Post your tips :D
Round 4 tips
(http://i.imgur.com/ZDMDxcg.png)
Post by: Reus on April 24, 2015, 11:57:41 pm
Post by: Aaron on April 25, 2015, 12:23:33 am
Well Melbourne was unexpected... LOL
Considering only 2/7 got it right on the AN tipping, I would say that. You really never know these days, anything can happen/turn the tide in a game. Tipping is like tossing a coin unless there's a clear advantage for one side.
Post by: anna.xo on April 26, 2015, 08:15:16 pm
Some of the games this year have been real surprises ! Geelong is complete rubbish and Adelaide is actually surprisingly strong. Interesting year up ahead.
Post by: StupidProdigy on April 26, 2015, 08:18:35 pm
Post by: Aaron on April 26, 2015, 09:14:30 pm
I do enjoy the Geelong supporters ranting on their facebook page about bad umpiring. I think nearly every one of those decisions were legitimate too - also a few high contact ones that weren't paid either. But whatever!!
This round has seen quite some upsets indeed... For the record, it's the first time North have beaten Geelong at Simonds since 2007. A new achievement!!
On another note, I'd also like to read opinions on the Alistair Clarkson issue.. What do you guys think about that? I think it's justified. Put yourself in his shoes. A intoxicated fan in your face after requests to stop.
Post by: ~V on April 27, 2015, 09:56:15 am
Post by: brenden on April 27, 2015, 12:15:59 pm
The umpiring was shit, had it been a closer game (say under 2 goals) and Geelong losing, then it would be influential. Massive upsets this round, did not see the Bulldogs winning this week! Also, Melbourne was a surprise but thought Essendon would roll Collingwood over... My thoughts on the Clarkson thing, everyone's got his back, not much can happen to him and i'm not suprised, he did punch a wall one time lolHe also broke a guy's jaw in an exhibition match (North Melbourne v Carlton in London, funny stories).
Ain't even mad, hope he doesn't get charged.
Post by: Reus on April 27, 2015, 02:16:02 pm
Post by: Aaron on May 02, 2015, 04:58:57 pm
Post by: Reus on August 31, 2015, 08:20:32 pm
Shame Geelong couldn't make the finals.
Post by: Aaron on September 10, 2015, 11:11:55 pm
Looks like I've won! 8) ;)
Shame Geelong couldn't make the finals.
Woohoo for 2nd place. Finals predictions for week 1?
My predictions:
West Coast Eagles v Hawthorn
Fremantle v Swans
Bulldogs v Crows
Richmond v North Melbourne
Post by: Rod on September 11, 2015, 11:14:29 am
Woohoo for 2nd place. Finals predictions for week 1?For me:
My predictions:
West Coast Eagles v Hawthorn
Fremantle v Swans
Bulldogs v Crows
Richmond v North Melbourne
Predictions:
- West Coast
- Fremantle
- Bulldogs
- Richmond
What I want:
- West Coast
- Fremantle
- Adelaide
- North (I want richmond to choke again LOL)
Post by: Aaron on September 11, 2015, 01:08:55 pm
But we'll wait and see. I admit though that Richmond have improved heaps and are pretty good now.
Post by: Reus on September 11, 2015, 06:51:59 pm
Hope freo win the flag.
Post by: Aaron on September 12, 2015, 01:03:39 pm
Post by: Rod on September 12, 2015, 06:28:25 pm
Freo won't, they'll choke before the GF. I honestly reckon it'll be West Coast v Hawthorn again (as much as it annoys me).Nah I'm predicting WC V Freo OR Richmond V freo.
Hawks will either lose in the semis or prelims. Would be nice to finally see the scum not play a gf.
Post by: Aaron on September 12, 2015, 06:43:28 pm
Nah I'm predicting WC V Freo OR Richmond V freo.
Hawks will either lose in the semis or prelims. Would be nice to finally see the scum not play a gf.
Richmond. haha that's a funny one. If it wasn't for the Swans missing at every opportunity for a shot, they would've led by a significant margin. 18 behinds. Just imagine if they were converted to goals instead of sloppy kicks. Both the teams today played poor. I enjoyed the match last night more though, there is really nothing better than Hawthorn getting defeated.
Post by: ~V on September 13, 2015, 07:42:02 pm
Post by: Aaron on September 13, 2015, 07:44:24 pm
Sad the dogs lost, they've had so many opportunities and didnt make the most of it. Especially when they were streaming forward, that handball turnover in the middle with about 1.30 on the clock cost them the game i think. I think it'll be freo vs wce for grand final and wce to win it. a bit ironic that we have a Victorian public holiday for grand final eve when it might not be played here ....
Pretty sure it'll be hosted at the MCG regardless. Domain Stadium doesn't have the capacity to host all the AFL sponsors, grand final ticket holders etc.
Go the roos!
Post by: ~V on September 13, 2015, 07:50:53 pm
Pretty sure it'll be hosted at the MCG regardless. Domain Stadium doesn't have the capacity to host all the AFL sponsors, grand final ticket holders etc.Oh true, yeah, that makes sense. Interesting final series but would've liked to see more Victorian teams in it.
Go the roos!
Post by: Aaron on September 13, 2015, 07:55:06 pm
Oh true, yeah, that makes sense. Interesting final series but would've liked to see more Victorian teams in it.
As long as Hawthorn aren't in the GF, i'll be happy (although this is really unlikely). It's time for another team to win. I would like to see North Melb get to the GF, but I don't think that'll happen. If we beat Sydney next week (which looks likely given the amount of injuries they have), then we face West Coast. There is a chance we can win that too, considering we have beaten them in the past (giving them one of their five losses for the H&A season), however finals does weird things to teams.
I think Freo will choke in the prelim and get eliminated there. Hawthorn v West Coast is my prediction for the GF (as much as it hurts me to say, given that means my team will get eliminated). Why do I think they'll choke? Because of their performance against Sydney on Saturday. It's not up to a premiership standard. Then again, neither are Hawks.
Post by: ~V on September 13, 2015, 08:04:00 pm
As long as Hawthorn aren't in the GF, i'll be happy (although this is really unlikely). It's time for another team to win. I would like to see North Melb get to the GF, but I don't think that'll happen. If we beat Sydney next week (which looks likely given the amount of injuries they have), then we face West Coast. There is a chance we can win that too, considering we have beaten them in the past (giving them one of their five losses for the H&A season), however finals does weird things to teams.I think Gunston could be a big loss for the Hawks. Will be an interesting prelim if it's freo vs hawks and i believe freo will choke as well and then Hawthorn will believe they can win another but god i hope they won't.
I think Freo will choke in the prelim and get eliminated there. Hawthorn v West Coast is my prediction for the GF (as much as it hurts me to say, given that means my team will get eliminated). Why do I think they'll choke? Because of their performance against Sydney on Saturday. It's not up to a premiership standard. Then again, neither are Hawks.
Post by: Aaron on September 15, 2015, 11:42:30 pm
Hawthorn v Crows
Swans v North Melb
Post by: Rod on September 16, 2015, 05:21:02 pm
Tips this week:Crows to win (yes fairytale to continue)
Hawthorn v Crows
Swans v North Melb
Also think North will win
Post by: Aaron on September 16, 2015, 05:54:52 pm
Crows to win (yes fairytale to continue)
Also think North will win
That'll be nice if the Crows win, it means the Hawks are out (silently hoping and cheering). Now that'll be a funny one to watch. I really hope North win on Sat night. Give the swans a bit of payback for last year's prelim.
Post by: Rod on September 16, 2015, 06:23:52 pm
That'll be nice if the Crows win, it means the Hawks are out (silently hoping and cheering). Now that'll be a funny one to watch. I really hope North win on Sat night. Give the swans a bit of payback for last year's prelim.They have made footy shit for the last couple of years because of all those premierships. Definitely the most arrogant, rough, cocky team at the moment. I pretty much hate all of their players esp Hodge/Mitchell/Lewis so it would be so amazing if they do lose. I reckon if they do lose they will never be as good as 2012-2014 and we will see and end to Hawthorn.
Also hoping North beat Sydney. Wonder if Franklin will play ... 8 years? 1 million a year?? ... can he even serve them for half of that contract??? #sydneyfail
Post by: Aaron on September 16, 2015, 06:27:56 pm
They have made footy shit for the last couple of years because of all those premierships. Definitely the most arrogant, rough, cocky team at the moment. I pretty much hate all of their players esp Hodge/Mitchell/Lewis so it would be so amazing if they do lose. I reckon if they do lose they will never be as good as 2012-2014 and we will see and end to Hawthorn.
Also hoping North beat Sydney. Wonder if Franklin will play ... 8 years? 1 million a year?? ... can he even serve them for half of that contract??? #sydneyfail
He won't, been ruled out already for the rest of the season. Gives NM a very good advantage especially with a few others missing too. Either what his condition is, is very serious, or there's something else going on that they don't want the football community to know about.
I think we genuinely have a good chance at winning against the Swans. If we win this week, then we go to WA for West Coast. There is a good chance we'll win that as well since we're only 1 of 5 teams to beat West Coast (and their team at the moment is pretty similar to what they had when we beat them).
Post by: Rod on September 16, 2015, 07:27:18 pm
He won't, been ruled out already for the rest of the season. Gives NM a very good advantage especially with a few others missing too. Either what his condition is, is very serious, or there's something else going on that they don't want the football community to know about.Just an opinion but I really think he is on drugs ... If you were AFL, would you want the public to know that a player that has been bringing in thousands and thousands to the game, and has been earning the AFL millions has been taking drugs for the past couple of years??? Everything said so far, the seizures, mental illnesses just dont sound true. Why would you play buddy after he has a seizure?
I think we genuinely have a good chance at winning against the Swans. If we win this week, then we go to WA for West Coast. There is a good chance we'll win that as well since we're only 1 of 5 teams to beat West Coast (and their team at the moment is pretty similar to what they had when we beat them).
Hope for your sake North Melbourne win! They were my favourite melbourne team going into the finals!
Post by: Aaron on September 16, 2015, 07:44:38 pm
Just an opinion but I really think he is on drugs ... If you were AFL, would you want the public to know that a player that has been bringing in thousands and thousands to the game, and has been earning the AFL millions has been taking drugs for the past couple of years??? Everything said so far, the seizures, mental illnesses just dont sound true. Why would you play buddy after he has a seizure?
Hope for your sake North Melbourne win! They were my favourite melbourne team going into the finals!
He was immediately ruled out for the semi-finals right after the qualifying final against Fremantle. Now, if it was a mental illness like everyone is saying it is, why would you immediately rule it out. Surely a $10m man should be given a chance to see if he's available say, later in the week before selection. I just think that alone raises suspicion, that there was no opportunity for any improvement before hand.
Like I said in my previous post, either the condition is extremely serious or something is being hidden from the community about him.
Post by: Aaron on September 18, 2015, 04:24:08 pm
Post by: Rod on September 18, 2015, 04:41:30 pm
Changed my tip from Hawthorn to Crows tonight. I just have a feeling with Jack Gunston out + Adelaide's determination to do their former coach proud, I reckon they will prevail. It's a long shot, but hopefully they win.Same here, I can't wait to watch it, feeling as if its going to be one of the best games of the season. Go crows!
They will play every single game they have left as a grand final. Making their coach proud, and also because you would think that it will be Patty's last game once they lose.
Post by: Rod on September 20, 2015, 05:36:56 pm
Freo v West coast derby i reckon in the grand final :P. Hope North go all the way though but my tip is for west coast/freo
Post by: Aaron on September 20, 2015, 06:24:20 pm
Tips for next week? :P
Freo v West coast derby i reckon in the grand final :P. Hope North go all the way though but my tip is for west coast/freo
Adelaide play good the week before, but then play terribly on the weekend. Do not comprehend. I am so happy North won though - I don't think many people give them credit. Even though Sydney had a few key players missing, majority of them were still there (it wasn't like what we did in Round 23 when we rested 9 players).
My tips: Hawthorn/North.
North Melb are one of only five teams this year to beat West Coast. Whatever the result on Saturday night, they've done well to end up in 2 prelims in a row + make it from 8th.
Post by: Rod on October 04, 2015, 01:53:05 pm
Post by: Aaron on October 04, 2015, 02:01:18 pm
Most boring football match. Why do we get public holidays for that crap? -.-
Wasn't it. I knew it was over within the first 15 minutes - their ball movement was too fast for West Coast. W/ Josh Kennedy kicking no goals, that signals something went wrong. I was looking forward to it as well, seeing West Coast thump Hawthorn - but it wasn't meant to be!
Post by: Rod on October 04, 2015, 02:57:02 pm
Wasn't it. I knew it was over within the first 15 minutes - their ball movement was too fast for West Coast. W/ Josh Kennedy kicking no goals, that signals something went wrong. I was looking forward to it as well, seeing West Coast thump Hawthorn - but it wasn't meant to be!I still would have been happy if Hawthorn won, but was a close, unpredictable, exciting match. As you said after the 15th minute it was obvious on who was going to win. So much build up to the grand final, even a public holiday but the match stank.
If that is supposed to be a game between ''the two best teams'' the AFL has serious problems.
Post by: Aaron on October 04, 2015, 06:13:34 pm
I still would have been happy if Hawthorn won, but was a close, unpredictable, exciting match. As you said after the 15th minute it was obvious on who was going to win. So much build up to the grand final, even a public holiday but the match stank.
If that is supposed to be a game between ''the two best teams'' the AFL has serious problems.
Definitely. West Coast had no excuses either, they got a week off as well during the Semi-Finals. Hawthorn had to do it the hard way this year, every finals match. It just proves that ladder position doesn't necessarily stick during the finals
1. Fremantle - W-L- (Defeated by Hawthorn)
2. West Coast - W-WL (Defeated by Hawthorn)
3. Hawthorn - LWWW
4. Sydney - LL-- (Defeated by North Melbourne)
5. Richmond - L--- (Defeated by North Melbourne)
6. Western Bulldogs - L--- (Defeated by Adelaide)
7. Adelaide - WL-- (Defeated by Hawthorn)
8. North Melbourne - WWL- (Defeated by West Coast)
You can see there that 5/6 position eliminated at the first hurdle, 8th made it through to prelims, 7 to semis and so on... I reckon there needs to be a system change of sorts to stop this scenario happening again (e.g. Hawthorn winning 3 possibly more in a row).
Post by: Reus on October 04, 2015, 08:15:53 pm
Post by: Cristiano on October 04, 2015, 08:50:48 pm
Top of the league!
Post by: Aaron on October 04, 2015, 08:55:39 pm
Now how about those 5 goals from Aguero in Manchester City's 6-1 win 8)
Top of the league!
Hmm... Wrong thread.
Quote from: Reus
AFL is flawed. They need to lose the finals system and stick to the to of the ladder. I know for soccer, it almost makes every second weekend feel like a final.
The fact that a team in 8th position can overtake literally 4th - 7th via eliminations signals a flawed system indeed. Something needs to happen, that's for sure. The fact that the Qualifying Final winners get a week off as well is really disadvantageous to the other sides participating in finals. I know it's their reward for ranking high on the ladder, but seriously... You may as well discount any team that isn't in the top 4 from winning the GF, or more so, make the finals just the top 4 if you're going to allow sides to have a break in between.
I just want to point out that I do barrack for North Melb so I am in no way discounting their ability, but it shouldn't be allowed to happen regardless of who is in what position.
Post by: Cristiano on October 04, 2015, 09:04:42 pm
The best team in a lower division could do better than Carlton for example..
Post by: Aaron on March 11, 2016, 12:02:06 am
Start your 2016 discussions........... now!
Post by: Rod on March 11, 2016, 02:42:00 pm
2 weeks until Round 1! Thought i'd start by bumping this thread again.Haven't really been following the off-season because I've been so busy but looking forward to seeing how Collingwood progress this year. So many list changes and very exciting prospects like Adam Treloar to play should make their season exciting. I don't think they will get too far though.
Start your 2016 discussions........... now!
Other interesting things will be seeing how Hawthorn go, their defence will have many holes this year.
Essendon will be interesting. Do they deserve to play on ANZAC day? Will they win a game?
oooh and for those who follow the Footy Show the Garry Lyon saga will be interesting.
Post by: Aaron on March 11, 2016, 02:51:51 pm
Haven't really been following the off-season because I've been so busy but looking forward to seeing how Collingwood progress this year. So many list changes and very exciting prospects like Adam Treloar to play should make their season exciting. I don't think they will get too far though.
Other interesting things will be seeing how Hawthorn go, their defence will have many holes this year.
Essendon will be interesting. Do they deserve to play on ANZAC day? Will they win a game?
oooh and for those who follow the Footy Show the Garry Lyon saga will be interesting.
I think Essendon are being underestimated. Their top up players have quite a lot of skill when pushed to their limit. One example is Nathan Grima, who was a former Roo (my team). Gun player, but a shame what happened to him which meant an early retirement. I don't understand why he's back playing though....... Anyway, I think they will win a few games at least. If anything, I think they'll be better under John Worsfold.
I know the NAB challenge is nothing, but we vs the Hawks on Sat night. Will be interesting to see how we fare against them (at Etihad too!)
In terms of the Footy Show, I watched a portion of it last night and it was very awkward... You could tell something was missing. I like James Brayshaw because he's the president (or chairman, or whatever you wanna call it) of the Roos, but I dunno whether he's the right person for the main gig.
I've been keeping up to date with the new draftees we got, and they are doing super well so far. Can't wait for the season to start!
Post by: Aaron on March 20, 2016, 02:20:21 am
Round 1 of the Toyota AFL Premiership Season 2016 is rapidly approaching, with the Tigers set to take on Carlton on Thursday night.
With this in mind, i've created a 2016 tipping competition for AN users (feel free to join). What you need to do:
1. Sign up using the official AFL website (http://tipping.afl.com.au/)
2. Go to "Comps" -> "Join a Comp"
3. Where it says "Enter comp code or name" enter in TMKSUHD3
4. Join
Your weekly tips and overall scores will be handled by the AFL system, so please don't contact me about this!
Wishing everyone the best of luck with their tipping this season. Submit your tips by Thursday!
Post by: brenden on March 23, 2016, 11:41:26 am
Post by: Joseph41 on March 23, 2016, 12:10:58 pm
Post by: brenden on March 23, 2016, 12:26:42 pm
I am planning on going to three games this week. It has been much too long.Are you dead set srs?
Post by: Joseph41 on March 23, 2016, 12:41:21 pm
Post by: pi on March 23, 2016, 01:00:02 pm
Hiya AFL fans!
Round 1 of the Toyota AFL Premiership Season 2016 is rapidly approaching, with the Tigers set to take on Carlton on Thursday night.
With this in mind, i've created a 2016 tipping competition for AN users (feel free to join). What you need to do:
1. Sign up using the official AFL website (http://tipping.afl.com.au/)
2. Go to "Comps" -> "Join a Comp"
3. Where it says "Enter comp code or name" enter in TMKSUHD3
4. Join
Your weekly tips and overall scores will be handled by the AFL system, so please don't contact me about this!
Wishing everyone the best of luck with their tipping this season. Submit your tips by Thursday!
Joined! My lack of AFL knowledge will be revealed to all hahaha
Might head down to a few random MCG games after hospital given I'm within walking distance and have a cheeky MCC membership ;) Shame my team will be as competitive as my local under 12s hahaha
Post by: brenden on March 23, 2016, 01:33:55 pm
I have never been dead set srser.What games are you going to?
Joined! My lack of AFL knowledge will be revealed to all hahahaDefinitely worth it, such an amazing spectator sport during a big game.
Might head down to a few random MCG games after hospital given I'm within walking distance and have a cheeky MCC membership ;) Shame my team will be as competitive as my local under 12s hahaha
Post by: Joseph41 on March 23, 2016, 01:58:58 pm
Post by: spectroscopy on March 23, 2016, 02:21:47 pm
Post by: Aaron on March 23, 2016, 07:24:32 pm
My only tip is North for the premiership, amirite Aaron?
Truth.
Thanks to everyone who has already signed up for the tipping! If anyone else wants to join and compete "in house" so to speak, feel free to follow my previous post. The first round starts on Thursday night so ideally if you want to join, do so by then. Cheers!
An idea of my tips for this week:
Richmond by 30
GWS
Essendon
North Melbourne
Sydney
Fremantle
Port
WCE
Hawthorn
Post by: pi on March 23, 2016, 08:37:43 pm
Essendon
Brave tip!
Post by: Aaron on March 23, 2016, 08:48:45 pm
Brave tip!
I know it is - the odds are definitely against them winning, but I think the "top up" players Essendon has will outclass them. GC are still a pretty subpar team tbh. Me tipping Essendon doesn't mean I think they'll be gods and make the top 8, because I don't think they will. Just in the situation of GC vs Essendon, I think they will overcome their problems and win.
Edit (24/3): I just saw that Ablett will be in for GC. I wonder if he can take them over the line?
Post by: Aaron on March 24, 2016, 12:31:34 pm
Join AN Tipping for 2016
Hiya AFL fans!
Round 1 of the Toyota AFL Premiership Season 2016 is rapidly approaching, with the Tigers set to take on Carlton on Thursday night.
With this in mind, i've created a 2016 tipping competition for AN users (feel free to join). What you need to do:
1. Sign up using the official AFL website (http://tipping.afl.com.au/)
2. Go to "Comps" -> "Join a Comp"
3. Where it says "Enter comp code or name" enter in TMKSUHD3
4. Join
Your weekly tips and overall scores will be handled by the AFL system, so please don't contact me about this!
Wishing everyone the best of luck with their tipping this season. Submit your tips by Thursday!
If you want to get that first tip point you need to submit them by tonight's match.
Post by: Rod on March 24, 2016, 02:53:36 pm
Go pies!
Post by: Aaron on March 24, 2016, 03:17:54 pm
Hopefully Saturday night is the first!
Post by: Aaron on March 24, 2016, 09:16:05 pm
Post by: Rod on March 24, 2016, 10:08:59 pm
Oh god, this game! I can't tell whether Richmond are playing bad, or Carlton are playing good ??Thought Richmond were shocking today.
What a start to the season though!
Post by: Aaron on March 26, 2016, 10:09:30 pm
A nice fact to think about: North Melbourne haven't won a Round 1 game since Brad Scott took over as coach (which was 6 or 7 years ago now...)
Hopefully Saturday night is the first!
First win in Round 1 for a verrry long time. Happy :D
In other news: 2 of my tips wrong so far. Lovely
Post by: Rod on March 26, 2016, 10:43:43 pm
Post by: pi on March 26, 2016, 11:06:30 pm
How embarrassing. Looks like I won't be following football this year.
Thought the Dons were bad, then saw how the Pies were going hahahahaha.
Post by: anna.xo on March 27, 2016, 09:48:08 am
Post by: Anchy on March 27, 2016, 12:19:17 pm
I'm very excited for the Hawthorn v Geelong match tomorrow :D
Not sure if i should watch this at the MCG or in the comfort of my couch... hmmm.
Post by: Aaron on March 27, 2016, 12:53:08 pm
Such a shame that they didn't show North v Adelaide on free to air (I understand why though). Syd vs Pies was a terrible game. The North v Adel one was very fast, intense, more of a battle back and forth. Was like a finals game all over again, in Round 1!
Post by: Rod on March 27, 2016, 03:21:52 pm
Thought the Dons were bad, then saw how the Pies were going hahahahaha.:(
Top it off with Dane Swan's injury. He is gone I reckon he will have no interest in playing if we play like that.
Post by: Aaron on March 28, 2016, 12:50:32 pm
:(
Top it off with Dane Swan's injury. He is gone I reckon he will have no interest in playing if we play like that.
I reckon he's done too.
In regards to the Hawks v Cats game today, I reckon the Hawks will win but I want to see the Cats win. Its about time another team won the premiership. Every grand final is just so boring now.
Post by: Rod on March 28, 2016, 04:45:45 pm
Post by: Aaron on March 28, 2016, 04:47:21 pm
GO CATS!
Hopefully they can maintain their lead :) I'm enjoying this one at the moment, that's for sure
Post by: Aaron on March 28, 2016, 06:26:59 pm
Tips for next week (might change but this is what i've got at the moment):
Richmond by 24
Adelaide
Melbourne
North Melb
Bulldogs
Freo
Geelong
WCE (on the err side of this one, not at Domain in Perth so can't really judge yet. Will probably wait for teams and decide)
Swans
Edited 29/3
Post by: Reus on March 28, 2016, 06:58:19 pm
Post by: clarke54321 on March 28, 2016, 07:22:52 pm
Up the cats
What a sensational game that was! Dangerfield is a fantastic recruit :D
Post by: Rod on March 28, 2016, 09:01:38 pm
Post by: IndefatigableLover on March 28, 2016, 09:33:00 pm
Thought the Dons were bad, then saw how the Pies were going hahahahaha.Bit late to the party:
(https://cdndata.bigfooty.com/2016/03/228414_fde7e6044cff4435bf0ff8732543e1a8.jpeg)
But in all seriousness, it's only Round 1 so maybe wait till Round 7-ish before everything settles down a bit.
Though I'm more interested in the debutants that have come through Round 1 since majority of them have been pretty good (Rising Star looks to be an interesting one this year)!
Post by: Aaron on March 28, 2016, 09:36:27 pm
Bit late to the party:
(https://cdndata.bigfooty.com/2016/03/228414_fde7e6044cff4435bf0ff8732543e1a8.jpeg)
But in all seriousness, it's only Round 1 so maybe wait till Round 7-ish before everything settles down a bit.
Though I'm more interested in the debutants that have come through Round 1 since majority of them have been pretty good (Rising Star looks to be an interesting one this year)!
Jed Anderson made his debut for North Melbourne on saturday night and ended up getting injured so bad that he's out for 8-10 weeks now. 10/10 pick up.
There is nothing more entertaining than Hawks and Collingwood both losing in the same week.
Post by: pi on March 28, 2016, 09:46:12 pm
(https://cdndata.bigfooty.com/2016/03/228414_fde7e6044cff4435bf0ff8732543e1a8.jpeg)
Being a Dons fan, this was definitely the highlight of Round 1 for me. Keep those big losses coming!
Post by: JI2015 on March 28, 2016, 10:46:58 pm
Some really close calls for Round 2: Adelaide vs Port Adelaide, Brisbane vs North Melbourne (let's not underestimate Brisbane, especially at home) and Hawthorn vs West Coast are only a few of the tough decisions us tippers need to make.
Post by: Aaron on March 29, 2016, 04:52:37 pm
Already have the lead by two tips, Great effort this week by the doggies!
Some really close calls for Round 2: Adelaide vs Port Adelaide, Brisbane vs North Melbourne (let's not underestimate Brisbane, especially at home) and Hawthorn vs West Coast are only a few of the tough decisions us tippers need to make.
Well done so far. I agree in regards to Brisbane - they managed to score 100 against West Coast last week. It's interesting to point out that the teams at the lower end of the spectrum last year are much better this year. This means a more competitive season, which is great! Hopefully someone other than Hawthorn win this year :)
I don't think Jed Anderson being out for us due to injury isn't necessarily a game changer - we basically won that game against Adelaide without him, since he went off the ground during the first half of the 2nd quarter.
Post by: Joseph41 on March 29, 2016, 05:01:04 pm
Post by: Aaron on March 30, 2016, 01:07:19 pm
Come on, she hasn't even done a single ep yet!!
Post by: Rod on March 30, 2016, 09:06:03 pm
I'm thinking Richmond v. Carlton, Melbourne v. Greater Western Sydney and Geelong v. Hawthorn. But I guess the Melbourne game is the only one I will absolutely, definitely go to.Wonder if you ended up going to all these of these games. These three were probably the best of the first round!
Post by: Joseph41 on March 31, 2016, 11:41:43 am
Wonder if you ended up going to all these of these games. These three were probably the best of the first round!
I was almost out the door to the third when something came up, meaning that I couldn't go. I would have loved to have been there! Was a ripper game.
I went to the other two. :)
Post by: Reus on March 31, 2016, 01:22:04 pm
I did win last season ;)
Post by: Aaron on March 31, 2016, 01:38:55 pm
Wonder if its too late to start tipping?
I did win last season ;)
You should still be able to join :) There's instructions in 1 of my previous posts on how to join. Give me a PM if you can't.
Post by: Aaron on April 01, 2016, 07:18:04 pm
Post by: cosine on April 01, 2016, 10:22:54 pm
Post by: pi on April 01, 2016, 10:24:29 pm
(never too late to join cosine, I barely know what I'm doing myself!)
Post by: Aaron on April 01, 2016, 10:25:48 pm
Thought I would join the AN tipping competition. I have not watched an AFL game for about 4-5 years, the last thing I remember is seeing brendan fevola kicking a goal and hitting the post (slightly) and they had to review it haha. Anyways I joined but its too late to tip for round 1 right?
Yep, Round 1 won't count unless you were a member and tipped for Round 1 on AFL.com.au. The AN comp is essentially just the in-house ladder, that's all it really is. I'm looking into a custom tipping system for next year 8)... but we'll see about that.
Seriousssllyyyy @ 1 point.
Post by: Rod on April 01, 2016, 10:27:49 pm
GO PIES!
Post by: Aaron on April 01, 2016, 10:28:52 pm
Post by: NerdyPi on April 01, 2016, 11:35:01 pm
Post by: Aaron on April 02, 2016, 02:25:29 am
Like I said as well, reducing the interchange cap from 120 to 90 really shook things up I reckon. Teams now have to manage their changes better. Plus the removal of the sub rule means that you can't swap a tired player for a fresh one (unless you use 1 of your ints).
Post by: Reus on April 02, 2016, 12:02:16 pm
Post by: Cristiano on April 02, 2016, 02:34:30 pm
Post by: anna.xo on April 02, 2016, 04:19:05 pm
Always sucks when Collingwood win hahaThis ^
Post by: pi on April 02, 2016, 04:48:00 pm
in other news... my tips for this round are well and truly fkd hahahaha
Post by: Aaron on April 03, 2016, 12:00:27 am
Sad days for last year's ladder #1. It would be a shame if they keep losing, given they signed Ross Lyon for 5 years.
Post by: pi on April 03, 2016, 04:03:36 pm
I'll see y'all next season! :'(
Post by: Aaron on April 06, 2016, 10:44:17 pm
RIP my round 2 tips. Last time I played footy I broke two bones in my arm, but this feels worse in every way.
I'll see y'all next season! :'(
Naw, don't be like that!
On another note (directed to all): Any matches you think may be a close call (or one that you can't decide who will win)?
For me, i've got two games that I think may be very close:
Port v Essendon (unexpected win, tipping Essendon to win by a slight margin)
Hawks v Bulldogs (really unsure here, both in good form)
Post by: pi on April 06, 2016, 11:13:49 pm
Post by: JI2015 on April 07, 2016, 12:27:55 am
I only scored 3/9 for my round 2 tips so definitely need to improve this week. Here are my tips for the tough games:
My team, the Western Bulldogs will be challenged by the reigning premiers in Hawthorn, and I think they will rise to the occasion and come out victorious. This will be their first test of the season and if they dominate the match, they will certainly be premiership favourites.
Richmond vs Adelaide could truly go either way, with the Crow's home win reaffirming their presence in the mix of contenders. My tip is Richmond, purely because it is their home game and they do not want to lose again after last round's horror against Collingwood.
The Sydney Swans vs GWS Giants will be the third and final tough match this weekend. If the Giants attack the way they did against Geelong, then Sydney may experience some trouble. However, I will still be tipping the Swans as their midfield combined with Buddy in the forward line will be too strong for (traitor) Ryan Griffen and his team.
Good Luck with your tips, if anyone disagrees with my predictions let me know! Carn the Dogs!
Post by: Phy124 on April 07, 2016, 02:07:09 am
Post by: Aaron on April 08, 2016, 12:24:44 am
Following last weeks tips I am hereby retiring from tipping.
I think if you don't submit tips they get randomly allocated for you anyway. You can't escape, ever!
Post by: Aaron on April 10, 2016, 04:04:37 pm
Melb vs North Melb
Post by: Joseph41 on April 10, 2016, 05:35:20 pm
Post by: Aaron on April 16, 2016, 10:01:42 pm
If you still want to join, please feel free to in your own time. The longer you leave it, the less opportunity you have to start tipping and getting a number up on our ladder (instructions are in one of my earlier posts on this thread).
Richmond have proven again what a dud team they are - they won't make finals this year because of the competitive nature surrounding the competition at the moment. I'm looking forward to the North vs Freo game tomorrow afternoon. Will be interesting.
Edit: Swans just lost their first. Meaning if North win, we'll be the only team that are 4-0 at the end of the round. Let's goooo!
Post by: Aaron on April 17, 2016, 07:31:47 pm
Rank - Short - Long - Total - Win - Lose - Draw
1 NMFC North Melbourne 4 4 0 0
2 WB Western Bulldogs 4 3 1 0
3 SYD Sydney Swans 4 3 1 0
4 GEEL Geelong Cats 4 3 1 0
5 GCFC Gold Coast Suns 4 3 1 0
6 WCE West Coast Eagles 4 3 1 0
7 ADEL Adelaide Crows 4 3 1 0
8 HAW Hawthorn 4 3 1 0
9 GWS GWS Giants 4 2 2 0
10 MELB Melbourne 4 2 2 0
11 PORT Port Adelaide 4 2 2 0
12 STK St Kilda 4 1 3 0
13 RICH Richmond 4 1 3 0
14 BL Brisbane Lions 4 1 3 0
15 COLL Collingwood 4 1 3 0
16 ESS Essendon 4 1 3 0
17 FRE Fremantle 4 0 4 0
18 CARL Carlton 4 0 4 0
Thoughts? I'm like fangirl'ing right now. My team #1. Ahhhh ::)
Post by: pi on April 17, 2016, 07:44:24 pm
edit: omg I'm coming second in the comp!
Post by: Rod on April 18, 2016, 01:25:35 pm
1st can pretty much go to 7th after just one bad round..
And vice-versa 7th can go to 1st if they have a good round.
Post by: Aaron on April 18, 2016, 05:15:11 pm
Pretty close comp.
1st can pretty much go to 7th after just one bad round..
And vice-versa 7th can go to 1st if they have a good round.
That's what makes this season so exciting. Teams who were expected to win are getting dominated - teams who everyone doubted are getting up in the top. Really great so far.
Post by: Aaron on April 22, 2016, 10:53:59 pm
0/1 tips
Post by: Cappuccinos on April 24, 2016, 07:08:45 pm
What the hell happened to Freo hahahaI know right! From Minor Premiers to 0 - 6? wot :-\
Post by: Aaron on April 24, 2016, 09:59:32 pm
Post by: Rod on April 24, 2016, 10:27:03 pm
What an eventful day in footy. Carlton defeats Freo and Melbourne defeats Richmond. All we need now is for Essendon to defeat Collingwood tomorrow and it'll be the cherry on top!No way!! :P
Post by: Aaron on April 24, 2016, 10:29:42 pm
No way!! :P
Guessing you're a collingwood supporter? ;D ;D ;D
At least your wobbly forward has been dropped - that's something!
Post by: Rod on April 24, 2016, 10:52:00 pm
Guessing you're a collingwood supporter? ;D ;D ;DHeck yeah.
At least your wobbly forward has been dropped - that's something!
Urgh he is finished. Was about time we dropped him. Kicked two goals in the first quarter in the VFL today and then he disappeared for the rest of the game!
900k a year player playing the VFL gg collingwood
Post by: Aaron on April 24, 2016, 11:03:10 pm
Heck yeah.
Urgh he is finished. Was about time we dropped him. Kicked two goals in the first quarter in the VFL today and then he disappeared for the rest of the game!
900k a year player playing the VFL gg collingwood
He will get traded at the end of the season if he doesn't improve. North Melb's first real test comes on primetime friday night against the Bulldogs. I feel great that we're the only team that's on 5-0 at the moment but can't help but think this is because we've faced sub-par teams so far (Adelaide Round 1 was probably the only exception). Have to wait and see - I have faith :)
Post by: pi on April 24, 2016, 11:09:23 pm
Post by: Aaron on April 28, 2016, 05:50:45 pm
Any games this round you're definitely going to/watching?
Post by: Rod on April 28, 2016, 09:44:04 pm
Friday night primetime, 1st vs 2nd. Finally a game where I can watch it on Free to Air instead of paying for a Live Pass and watching it on my 5.2" mobile screen!!Tomorrow's game will be the best of the round. GWS and Hawthorn will also be a cracker IMO, I reckon it will be really close.
Any games this round you're definitely going to/watching?
Post by: Aaron on April 29, 2016, 10:27:31 pm
Post by: JI2015 on April 30, 2016, 12:51:34 am
Cheers
Post by: Aaron on April 30, 2016, 12:35:39 pm
1. We always lose to Gold Coast up at Metricon Stadium. This year we defeated them on their home turf. Gold Coast are becoming a good side, slowly.
2. We defeated Adelaide. Sure it was only Round 1, but a win is a win against a quality opponent.
3. Western Bulldogs are a quality side and I think a low scoring event represents the pressure that was applied from both sides.
You know, North Melbourne could win the premiership this year and the critics would still be saying 'not a top 4 side'. Come on. Only team that is 6-0. We can only play who the AFL sets us up with as defined in the fixture.
JI2015, I'd like to get your thoughts on what you thought about the deliberate out of bounds at the final end of the game, since you were actually there at the game. That was a terrible decision and I was shouting at the TV for a good couple of minutes (lol).
Post by: JI2015 on April 30, 2016, 01:25:15 pm
In the case of McDonald's decision, he made no attempt to keep the ball in play until it was clearly out. You could almost predict that the ball was going to be out of play by watching him run directly at it. However, I can agree with the fact that there was little time to dispose of the ball but a real attempt should be shown, and I think this will form the basis of the umpire review of that decision.
The North Melbourne supporters at the game were extremely vocal about this one particular decision even though it did not amount to much.
With the type of play shown by both teams yesterday, both the Bulldogs and North are not up for a grand final at the moment. And North Melbourne have minimal excuses as they are the most experienced team in the competition. To get a better indication of where they sit, they need to play the likes of Hawthorn, Sydney and West Coast and I think this is why they are not trusted yet.
Post by: Aaron on April 30, 2016, 07:20:16 pm
Post by: pi on April 30, 2016, 07:25:04 pm
Post by: Aaron on May 01, 2016, 10:43:03 pm
Quote from: https://www.facebook.com/AFLSeasonAndOffSeasonNews/posts/605254319648800
Ladder
1: N/Melbourne - 6-0-0 - 124.91%
2: Geelong - 5-1-0 - 174.74%
3: Sydney - 5-1-0 - 143.97%
4: W/Bulldogs - 4-2-0 - 155.81%
5: GWS - 4-2-0 - 140.76%
6: W/Coast - 4-2-0 - 130.41%
7: Adelaide - 4-2-0 - 121.99%
8: Hawthorn - 4-2-0 - 91.80%
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9: Melbourne - 3-3-0 - 102.20%
10: G/Coast - 3-3-0 - 94.96%
11: P/Adelaide - 3-3-0 - 89.71%
12: St.Kilda - 2-4-0 - 88.48%
13: Collingwood - 2-4-0 - 78.65%
14: Carlton - 2-4-0 - 73.48%
15: Richmond - 1-5-0 - 74.61%
16: Brisbane - 1-5-0 - 70.79%
17: Essendon - 1-5-0 - 61.95%
18: Fremantle - 0-6-0 - 69.13%
Thoughts? I really like how competitive and unpredictable this season is at the moment. It's great.
Post by: JI2015 on May 07, 2016, 05:38:55 pm
Tipped the Hawks by 46 points which turned out to be the actual margin, so not a bad effort at all!!!
Also, it doesn't look like Nathan Buckley has long left, they shouldn't be losing to Carlton. A tale of two poor teams with one underperforming more than the other.
Looking forward to some close games coming up tonight and tomorrow.
Post by: Aaron on May 08, 2016, 08:47:39 pm
I really do love the bitterness from the Saints supporters though. That free kick given to Goldstein was clearly a correct decision - the other guy puts his arm out to block him from attempting to get in the contest. I love how Mason Wood used the countdown clock too in the final 20 seconds of the game. Seriously, if it was any other player in the same situation from ANY team, they would do the EXACT same thing.
Maybe instead of blaming umpires for every match that goes wrong, perhaps x team should do more during the majority of the four quarters to get ahead. I would also use this criticism if it was my team (but luckily haven't been placed in a losing position, yet).
It doesn't even matter if North manages to beat Sydney, Geelong, Hawks etc, we'll still be labelled as "lucky" or "not premiership contenders". Really can't win regardless! ::) ::)
Post by: pi on May 08, 2016, 09:09:29 pm
Also some close tipping in the AN group, can't seem to get past Rod! :(
Post by: Aaron on May 08, 2016, 09:12:13 pm
Quote from: pi
North can pretend they're #1, but we all really know there are 19 teams in this comp and the Umps are #1 right now ;)
*sigh*
Post by: Aaron on May 15, 2016, 09:10:17 pm
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Ladder - Round 8
1: N/Melbourne - 8-0-0 - 123.03%
2: Geelong - 7-1-0 - 166.67%
3: GWS - 6-2-0 - 149.59%
4: Sydney - 6-2-0 - 145.94%
5: W/Bulldogs - 6-2-0 - 144.76%
6: Hawthorn - 6-2-0 - 104.77%
7: West Coast - 5-3-0 - 132.50%
8: Adelaide - 4-4-0 - 110.57%
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9: Melbourne - 4-4-0 - 106.81%
10: P/Adelaide - 4-4-0 - 101.57%
11: Carlton - 4-4-0 - 82.50%
12: Collingwood - 3-5-0 - 90.89%
13: Gold Coast - 3-5-0 - 78.54%
14: St.Kilda - 2-6-0 - 78.30%
15: Richmond - 2-6-0 - 76.30%
16: Brisbane - 1-7-0 - 63.43%
17: Essendon - 1-7-0 - 60.00%
18: Fremantle - 0-8-0 - 69.87%
Post by: pi on May 15, 2016, 09:21:40 pm
Post by: Aaron on May 15, 2016, 09:33:45 pm
Since when do Richmond, Carlton, and Collingwood all win -_- Some great close games this round though, also some great floggings hahaha. How crap is Gold Coast LOL
I think Gold Coast is the team that's dived down the ladder the fastest out of the entire competition. They were up with us at like #2 or #3 and now look where they are.
I find it quite funny how both the Scott brothers are at #1 and #2 as coaches for their respective clubs.
Post by: Rod on May 17, 2016, 01:55:25 pm
Post by: Aaron on May 17, 2016, 03:07:21 pm
Hawks
Cats
Crows
Eagles
Roos
Tigers
Demons
GWS
Saints
Post by: Rod on May 17, 2016, 04:55:08 pm
Post by: Rod on May 21, 2016, 04:19:27 pm
Really tempted to put the pies in for a win. I just have a little feeling that they might - upset win. Although I have the cats down at the moment.God damn it :(
Post by: Aaron on May 21, 2016, 04:23:12 pm
God damn it :(
If you had, they would've lost. That's the way this works :^)
I'm wondering whether the Hawks v Swans game last night was terrible, or really good due to pressure. I can't tell. I know the Hawks definitely weren't playing their best, that's for sure.
Post by: Rod on May 21, 2016, 04:46:55 pm
I'm wondering whether the Hawks v Swans game last night was terrible, or really good due to pressure.
Hawks lose= happiness
So it was a good match :)
Post by: Aaron on May 21, 2016, 04:48:50 pm
Hawks lose= happiness
So it was a good match :)
I agree, but this is worrying for my team who play the Swans next week (AT THE SCG). I just want NM to be undefeated forever!!! Especially now we have three main players out due to injury. Boo.
Post by: Rod on May 21, 2016, 05:20:17 pm
I agree, but this is worrying for my team who play the Swans next week (AT THE SCG). I just want NM to be undefeated forever!!! Especially now we have three main players out due to injury. Boo.If they beat Sydney at the SCG they will definitely become premiership favourites. I can't believe people still think NM aren't favourites. Looked at the odds and iirc Geelong, Hawthorn, Sydney, West Coast and EVEN GWS are ahead of them.
They need a big scalp and beating Sydney at SCG is one.
Post by: Aaron on May 21, 2016, 05:29:44 pm
If they beat Sydney at the SCG they will definitely become premiership favourites. I can't believe people still think NM aren't favourites. Looked at the odds and iirc Geelong, Hawthorn, Sydney, West Coast and EVEN GWS are ahead of them.
They need a big scalp and beating Sydney at SCG is one.
I find it quite funny - even when we've beaten Adelaide and the Bulldogs, it's always been 'oh but its only Round 1' for Adelaide, and 'oh but 3 players are down' for the Bulldogs.
BUT if we are to lose tonight against Carlton (for example), given we have injuries now ourselves, the whole 'excuses' thing won't be taken into account at all. Even if we beat the Swans next week (slim chance), doubters will find something to use an excuse or justification for the win (e.g. 'oh, they were just recovering from their win against the Hawks, pretenders!!! haha').
People are missing the point - even though we may have nearly lost to St Kilda and Essendon, the fact is that we managed to pull ourselves out from a dangerous situation. I think with the fierce competition this year, it isn't wise to discount ANY team from a potential win, because we can see how fast things change (e.g. collingwood beating the cats, when they are apparently premiership favourites).
Really cannot win :P
Post by: Rod on May 21, 2016, 07:18:02 pm
I find it quite funny - even when we've beaten Adelaide and the Bulldogs, it's always been 'oh but its only Round 1' for Adelaide, and 'oh but 3 players are down' for the Bulldogs.It has made the season so much more exciting. Rather than just one or two teams dominating the competition we have about five teams that are in premiership contention and also minor teams causing major upsets. This season is going to be the best in a while and not just because Hawthorn will not win it :P.
BUT if we are to lose tonight against Carlton (for example), given we have injuries now ourselves, the whole 'excuses' thing won't be taken into account at all. Even if we beat the Swans next week (slim chance), doubters will find something to use an excuse or justification for the win (e.g. 'oh, they were just recovering from their win against the Hawks, pretenders!!! haha').
People are missing the point - even though we may have nearly lost to St Kilda and Essendon, the fact is that we managed to pull ourselves out from a dangerous situation. I think with the fierce competition this year, it isn't wise to discount ANY team from a potential win, because we can see how fast things change (e.g. collingwood beating the cats, when they are apparently premiership favourites).
Really cannot win :P
Post by: Aaron on May 21, 2016, 10:06:20 pm
Post by: Aaron on May 26, 2016, 09:19:05 pm
Tips for this week:
North by 10
Hawks
Melbourne
St Kilda
Richmond
GWS
Cats
Bulldogs
WCE
Good luck for Round 10 everyone.
Post by: pi on May 26, 2016, 09:26:45 pm
Post by: Aaron on May 26, 2016, 09:30:59 pm
I think this is a match where a win by the Roos can shut up many of the critics.
Agreed. Sydney's defense is weakened with Ted Richards out. Inclusion of Wells + Wright for NM mean that our midfield + defense are strengthened just that tad more (in addition to the big tall forward line). Just a matter of how badly Buddy can impact. They'll need like 3 on 1 for him.
Don't need to rant on again about how unjust I think the criticism is because I think everyone who reads this thread knows how biased I am, but safe to say that I really hope NM win tomorrow night.
Post by: Aaron on May 26, 2016, 10:20:13 pm
I'd like to get some feedback regarding the tipping system this year and how you've found it. It's a short survey that'll take you no longer than 5 minutes to complete. Just read each statement and provide a 1-5 rating (1 = strongly disagree, 5 = strongly agree).
Cheers! http://goo.gl/forms/uyZUXz6ISBXdNFq03
Edit: Please please please!! Fill in the end question that asks for ideas and feedback. :-) Thank you
Edit 2: Form now closed. View results in summarised form here: http://aaron.bz/ANFeedbackResults.pdf
Post by: IndefatigableLover on May 26, 2016, 10:26:26 pm
Agreed. Sydney's defense is weakened with Ted Richards out. Inclusion of Wells + Wright for NM mean that our midfield + defense are strengthened just that tad more (in addition to the big tall forward line). Just a matter of how badly Buddy can impact. They'll need like 3 on 1 for him.We do give away some height with Richards out especially with no inclusion of a tall KPD (not that we have that many due to injuries) but I think our smaller defenders in Grundy, Rampe and Laidler can get the job done against Brown, Waite and Petrie especially if they can zone off their man and impact the contest as third man up. Coupled with windy weather leading to less one-on-ones in the forward line, it'll give our small-mid defenders especially Jones and Mills to cause some damage (would be nice to see what Jones will get up to if he picks up Harvey in the forward line as Cunningham/Mcglynn rotates off him from the midfield).
Don't need to rant on again about how unjust I think the criticism is because I think everyone who reads this thread knows how biased I am, but safe to say that I really hope NM win tomorrow night.
Post by: Aaron on May 27, 2016, 06:02:08 pm
We do give away some height with Richards out especially with no inclusion of a tall KPD (not that we have that many due to injuries) but I think our smaller defenders in Grundy, Rampe and Laidler can get the job done against Brown, Waite and Petrie especially if they can zone off their man and impact the contest as third man up. Coupled with windy weather leading to less one-on-ones in the forward line, it'll give our small-mid defenders especially Jones and Mills to cause some damage (would be nice to see what Jones will get up to if he picks up Harvey in the forward line as Cunningham/Mcglynn rotates off him from the midfield).
Good luck tonight :)
Post by: IndefatigableLover on May 27, 2016, 10:54:49 pm
Good luck tonight :)Thanks xD
Happy to see my prediction was on point with the backline and absolutely loved Jones late run in the midfield (bit of a mongrel that one)! Unfortunate about the missed set shots by your forwards and missed snaps but Scott will have something to work with this week no doubt! All happy that there's no injuries today!
Post by: Aaron on May 27, 2016, 11:45:04 pm
Thanks xD
Happy to see my prediction was on point with the backline and absolutely loved Jones late run in the midfield (bit of a mongrel that one)! Unfortunate about the missed set shots by your forwards and missed snaps but Scott will have something to work with this week no doubt! All happy that there's no injuries today!
Yeah, i'm not going to be one of those 'BUT ITS THE UMPIRES FAULT!!!', because Swans were clearly better tonight. It's 1 loss, we're still on top, no big deal. Our forwards were very quiet tonight and I was screaming once again at my TV because of their stupid decision making. Anywaayyyy.... well done!
(Jeez, that umpires thing really gets on my nerves whenever a team loses).
Post by: IndefatigableLover on May 28, 2016, 03:38:08 pm
Yeah, i'm not going to be one of those 'BUT ITS THE UMPIRES FAULT!!!', because Swans were clearly better tonight. It's 1 loss, we're still on top, no big deal. Our forwards were very quiet tonight and I was screaming once again at my TV because of their stupid decision making. Anywaayyyy.... well done!Yeah sometimes people are a bit too salty with the umpiring (see free kick count for Bulldogs vs. Crows this year). Sure they're expected to try and get things right and they'll be some blunders as well (50m to Sydney from Thomas was interesting LOL).
(Jeez, that umpires thing really gets on my nerves whenever a team loses).
I'm more interested how they'll judge dropping of the knees with these frees for high tackles (since they're predominantly just focussing on their upper body with ducking of the head an emphasis to not awarding the free as seen here).
Post by: Aaron on May 28, 2016, 03:47:40 pm
Yeah sometimes people are a bit too salty with the umpiring (see free kick count for Bulldogs vs. Crows this year). Sure they're expected to try and get things right and they'll be some blunders as well (50m to Sydney from Thomas was interesting LOL).
I'm more interested how they'll judge dropping of the knees with these frees for high tackles (since they're predominantly just focussing on their upper body with ducking of the head an emphasis to not awarding the free as seen here).
It's quite unfair how the focus is on Lindsay Thomas from last nights match. Okay, as a NM supporter i'll be the first to admit that he does it.... but it's not like he's the only one that does it. I can also recall the Swans got pinned for something similar during the game as well...... I'm sure I can list quite a few players that duck as well. Very unfair criticism of NM overall tbh.
Post by: Joseph41 on May 28, 2016, 07:18:32 pm
Post by: Aaron on May 29, 2016, 04:30:53 pm
North Melbourne loses to Sydney at the SCG = pretenders
How funny.
Post by: pi on May 29, 2016, 05:08:53 pm
Geelong loses to Collingwood last week, and Carlton this week = premiership tag remains
North Melbourne loses to Sydney at the SCG = pretenders
How funny.
Geelong's been up and around there for years. North hasn't.
When North is a top side for the best part a decade and there are still doubters, then complain :P
Post by: IndefatigableLover on May 29, 2016, 09:16:56 pm
It's quite unfair how the focus is on Lindsay Thomas from last nights match. Okay, as a NM supporter i'll be the first to admit that he does it.... but it's not like he's the only one that does it. I can also recall the Swans got pinned for something similar during the game as well...... I'm sure I can list quite a few players that duck as well. Very unfair criticism of NM overall tbh.I think it's more highlighted with Thomas since the result of his free = set shot for goal compared to midfielders who get a free kick for high contact which just = possession most of the time... Luckily Swans only have one real player who cops high contact quite often (Hewett but is a gem) otherwise no real standouts imo.
Geelong's been up and around there for years. North hasn't.
When North is a top side for the best part a decade and there are still doubters, then complain :P
Mix it up with hype brewed by Victorian media on AFL + it doesn't help that you have Eddie voicing his concerns on the radio/Fox too (tbh most AFL personalities tend to be a bit bias :P )
Post by: Aaron on June 03, 2016, 10:39:27 pm
Post by: Joseph41 on June 03, 2016, 10:41:57 pm
Thank me later.
Post by: Aaron on June 03, 2016, 10:58:29 pm
I can't believe I haven't linked this yet, but I spend the majority of my life worshipping The Squiggle.
Thank me later.
I like their season forecast :-) Says Syd v NM grand final !
How accurate it is, I have no idea. :P
Post by: Joseph41 on June 03, 2016, 11:03:03 pm
I like their season forecast :-) Says Syd v NM grand final !
How accurate it is, I have no idea. :P
It's entirely accurate in that it reflects what the statistics say. Historically, it's a pretty good tipper, and has a number of algorithms that it runs off.
It updates live during games. Before tonight, it had North finishing 8th, so the top 8 is obviously ridiculously bunched at the moment. If ever you get time, read this 270 page thread. It's my favourite thing ever.
Post by: Aaron on June 04, 2016, 01:21:17 am
It's entirely accurate in that it reflects what the statistics say. Historically, it's a pretty good tipper, and has a number of algorithms that it runs off.
It updates live during games. Before tonight, it had North finishing 8th, so the top 8 is obviously ridiculously bunched at the moment. If ever you get time, read this 270 page thread. It's my favourite thing ever.
I definitely like the squiggle, thanks for the share.
Post by: Aaron on June 10, 2016, 04:34:41 pm
To get dropped from two big games (ANZAC & Queens), that's embarassing.
In other news: looking forward to the Cats v North game on Sat night :D
Post by: IndefatigableLover on June 10, 2016, 09:25:12 pm
I don't see Travis Cloke staying at Collingwood after this season (whether he gets traded/leaves, or retires)Yeah I see Cloke moving on but probably staying within Victoria rather than move out to Fremantle (though the prospect of Fremantle snagging Cloke and eventually McCarthy would give Fremantle a much improved forward line with Pavlich possibly retiring end of year and Mayne moving on but they'd have to work on his defensive pressure).
To get dropped from two big games (ANZAC & Queens), that's embarassing.
In other news: looking forward to the Cats v North game on Sat night :D
Either way, Cloke will still make around $500K since you massive forwards don't exactly grow on trees (despite the game now favouring tall, mobile forwards).
Post by: pi on June 10, 2016, 10:24:30 pm
Post by: Aaron on June 10, 2016, 10:30:13 pm
There goes my tipping margin... tipped 65 points and was still nearly 50 short.
yup.... had 40 as mine. How boring. Why would they schedule such a snooze fest like that on a Friday night????
Post by: Rod on June 12, 2016, 01:51:47 pm
Yeah I see Cloke moving on but probably staying within Victoria rather than move out to Fremantle (though the prospect of Fremantle snagging Cloke and eventually McCarthy would give Fremantle a much improved forward line with Pavlich possibly retiring end of year and Mayne moving on but they'd have to work on his defensive pressure).He still has one year of his 900k a year contract left, so if he was to be traded the receiving team would have to fork out 900k for just a year. Definitely not worth it, the game has gone well past him, not even a quarter the player he was back in the day (2-3 years ago). He would probably help out a developing team at this stage (e.g. Gold Coast, Brisbane, Essendon), get consistent games, leadership and kick 1-3 goals a game.
Either way, Cloke will still make around $500K since you massive forwards don't exactly grow on trees (despite the game now favouring tall, mobile forwards).
He won't get a game in any of the top 8 teams unless their tall forwards are injured. Even him in the team this year is a burden, no tackling pressure, no marking, no recovery, no second efforts, ball goes to him and then come out of the 50 immediately. Back in the day the ball would go to him, he would muscle out three other direct opponents, break packs and take the mark. Unfortunately that is gone now.
Post by: Aaron on June 12, 2016, 06:43:55 pm
Post by: Rod on June 12, 2016, 10:34:39 pm
Post by: pi on June 13, 2016, 12:55:54 am
Pi and I have been neck and neck for like the last 7 rounds. One of us has to take the lead sooner or later. Who's going to make the risky tip?? :P. We've both been taking no risks and choosing higher percenters over the last couple of weeks because all we need to do is keep the score we have to win. Who's going to lose their patience? :P.
Hahaha, damn you and your superior margin :P
Post by: Aaron on June 13, 2016, 05:25:05 pm
Pi and I have been neck and neck for like the last 7 rounds. One of us has to take the lead sooner or later. Who's going to make the risky tip?? :P. We've both been taking no risks and choosing higher percenters over the last couple of weeks because all we need to do is keep the score we have to win. Who's going to lose their patience? :P.
Just worry about maintaining your lead for the next 11 + finals :) The difference between 1st and 10th isnt actually that much (not as much as last year, heh) :)
Post by: Joseph41 on June 13, 2016, 06:23:44 pm
Post by: Aaron on June 14, 2016, 01:54:02 pm
North v Hawks (My Tip: North by 10, sorry guys I can't tip against my team!)
Depending on whether the key midfielders that are injured get up in time, they definitely have the potential (North). I really find it fascinating how people were like 'woo Geelong were just absolutely great'. When you really put things into perspective, pretty much our midfield was injured right from the first quarter. Of course Dangerfield, Selwood etc. were always going to have that room to roam free with that going on. Apparently North are considering debuting Corey Wagner who was recruited from the Brisbane Lions Academy in last year's draft. I will be looking forward to that if that happens, because he's been playing bloody good footy in the VFL.
West Coast v Brisbane (My Tip: West Coast)
Pretty easy tip here.
Freo v Port (My Tip: Port Adelaide)
This one is a bit tricky. Freo played pretty well at times last week, but Port are pretty good too (in certain aspects of their game). Venue is Domain, Freo's home turf. This'll be interesting.
Bulldogs v Cats (My Tip: Bulldogs)
I think it's not wise at all to choose Cats because of their "great" performance against my team last week. Games are won in the midfield (contested possession, hitouts, clearances etc) and with 3 main midfielders injured, of course they're going to dominate.
Swans v Melb (My Tip: Swans)
SCG, that's all I need to say here.
Bombers v GWS (My Tip: GWS)
Yawn.
Post by: Rod on June 17, 2016, 07:50:36 pm
Post by: Aaron on June 17, 2016, 09:14:17 pm
Come on NORTH!! Beat these bunch of over rated scums!!!
Inaccuracy at the moment is hurting us on the scoreboard. We've done well so far, given most of our midfield are replacements... I just hope we can sustain it. I would +1 your post if I could, haha :P
Post by: pi on June 17, 2016, 10:27:38 pm
Post by: Aaron on June 17, 2016, 10:37:39 pm
Great game. Great tip.
Absolutely robbed by that last free. Should've been a free to us for a high tackle 100%. But the main issue was that we couldn't kick straight. Pretty solid loss (i'm happy still), given we have a fair few of our key players out and only went down by 9 points against the reigning premiers. No probs.
Post by: pi on June 17, 2016, 10:46:08 pm
Post by: Aaron on June 17, 2016, 10:48:40 pm
Post by: Aaron on June 18, 2016, 12:39:36 am
http://www.afl.com.au/news/2016-06-18/umpires-told-to-ignore-lindsay-says-scott
Post by: Rod on June 18, 2016, 11:06:10 am
That game should have been won by NM by at least 20 points. I can't believe they lost that. Terrible kicking and the first four-five Hawthorn goals were practically given to them by stupid North-Melbourne free kicks (Ziebell, Thomas, Harvey etc).
Majak Daw should never play a game of footy again unless Brad Scott puts him in defence or ruck. He is not a forward.
Mason Wood is going to be a freak.
And I am so disappointed they lost that, should have smashed the scum they dominated yet still lost. What was worse was that dick Lewis kicked the winning goal -.-.
The bright side to this game is that it shows Hawthorn are no where near the quality they were back in the day. They won't win the premiership this year which is very pleasing. It will either be NM if they can fix up their kicking issues, Geelong or Sydney mark my words.
Post by: Aaron on June 18, 2016, 02:19:11 pm
I don't think the last play was a free kick, was it MacDonald? Wait he got injured. But whoever he was he realised he stuffed up and then tried to milk a free kick.
That game should have been won by NM by at least 20 points. I can't believe they lost that. Terrible kicking and the first four-five Hawthorn goals were practically given to them by stupid North-Melbourne free kicks (Ziebell, Thomas, Harvey etc).
Majak Daw should never play a game of footy again unless Brad Scott puts him in defence or ruck. He is not a forward.
Mason Wood is going to be a freak.
And I am so disappointed they lost that, should have smashed the scum they dominated yet still lost. What was worse was that dick Lewis kicked the winning goal -.-.
The bright side to this game is that it shows Hawthorn are no where near the quality they were back in the day. They won't win the premiership this year which is very pleasing. It will either be NM if they can fix up their kicking issues, Geelong or Sydney mark my words.
Disagree that it was 'milking', but each to their own I guess. Agree regarding NM winning by 20 - poor shots at goal was the reason we lost. I mean 18 behinds in a game clearly indicates that something went wrong and needs to be improved on. Just imagine if they were converted into goals - what the result would look like?
Looks like the umpire situation is getting a bit heated now - personally I wouldn't have apologised because it a) makes the club look weak, and b) the umpiring department in general needs to be examined further. It's disappointing that clubs cannot critique or comment on the governing body or it's departments - that to me is completely wrong.
Post by: Aaron on June 18, 2016, 07:50:16 pm
Post by: Aaron on June 23, 2016, 12:54:21 am
Post by: Rod on June 23, 2016, 07:52:28 am
A week of controversy... glad it's over (mostly)! Match of the week?Easily tonight's match.
Post by: Aaron on June 23, 2016, 11:23:50 pm
Post by: Rod on June 23, 2016, 11:24:31 pm
Easily tonight's match.Or not :(. Tomorrow's should be good
fmlAww man commiserations did not expect North Melbourne to slump like this. They for the past 4-5 years have been a ''very good team'', I thought this would be the year where they become a Hawthorn or Geelong, dominating games etc and a grand final guarantee kind of team, but it seems that every single year they are one step below.
Post by: Aaron on June 23, 2016, 11:29:28 pm
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Aww man commiserations did not expect North Melbourne to slump like this. They for the past 4-5 years have been a ''very good team'', I thought this would be the year where they become a Hawthorn or Geelong, dominating games etc and a grand final guarantee kind of team, but it seems that every single year they are one step below.
I'm annoyed at the fact it's their own damn fault. No-one to blame this time, just pure shitty gameplay. We stayed in the majority of the game but it seemed like we just gave up in the last quarter.... Crows had far too many shots at goal.. What makes it worse is the performance we had against the Hawks last week, and then to do this is just pathetic.
ALTHOUGH - We have had two 6-day breaks in a row and we still have a fair few injuries. However, depth is what is required in a good team. So really no excuse. If the last 2 years has meant anything, it's that we'll fight back and surprise everyone yet again.
Post by: Rod on June 23, 2016, 11:33:17 pm
I'm annoyed at the fact it's their own damn fault. No-one to blame this time, just pure shitty gameplay. We stayed in the majority of the game but it seemed like we just gave up in the last quarter.... Crows had far too many shots at goal.. What makes it worse is the performance we had against the Hawks last week, and then to do this is just pathetic.Yeahhh man that's the spirit!! I remember our 2010 premiership it wasn't until right at the END of the season where people finally started saying that we were genuine premiership contenders. At the start nobody even tipped us and throughout the middle there was a lot of ''buts'' and ''ifs'', it wasn't until the end.
ALTHOUGH - We have had two 6-day breaks in a row and we still have a fair few injuries. However, depth is what is required in a good team. So really no excuse. If the last 2 years has meant anything, it's that we'll fight back and surprise everyone yet again.
I still think though to be a premiership team NM still need some better players. They still need a dominant key forward that can win them games, a dominant midfielder as well. They play a team game and win games because it's a team effort, they don't have any match winners (Lance Franklin, Ablett back in his time, Pendles, Swan back in his time, Fyfe) who can single handedly turn the game around in one quarter of footy.
Post by: pi on July 17, 2016, 07:29:01 pm
Post by: studybuddy7777 on July 17, 2016, 09:37:00 pm
Post by: Rod on July 17, 2016, 10:38:34 pm
*Finally* temporarily ahead of Rod hahahaCongrats!!! You smashed everyone that round!
Wish I hadn't tipped collingwood :(.
Next round is a tough one so I hope I can regain that place xD
Post by: Aaron on July 22, 2016, 02:45:41 pm
Post by: brenden on July 22, 2016, 02:46:29 pm
A record is about to be matched tonight, with it being broken next week. Brent Harvey (Boomer), what an absolute legend! He's been the absolute saviour of our club for ages. Woohoo!Going to the game, I'm keen af.
Post by: Aaron on July 22, 2016, 02:49:13 pm
Going to the game, I'm keen af.
Which one? Tonight or next week? If we lose any of the next two matches we're in strife.
Edit: If I had enough money, i'd get the limited edition framed jumper, looks so cool.
Post by: brenden on July 22, 2016, 03:10:07 pm
Which one? Tonight or next week? If we lose any of the next two matches we're in strife.Going to both! Haha.
Edit: If I had enough money, i'd get the limited edition framed jumper, looks so cool.
Post by: Rod on July 22, 2016, 08:08:13 pm
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RIP my membership I feel like burning it I am so angry
Post by: Aaron on July 22, 2016, 10:55:22 pm
Post by: pi on July 22, 2016, 11:12:52 pm
Fcking collingwood never tipping these bunch of flogs again they pretty much ruined my tipping record. Bunch of over rated players with no skill managed by some clueless idiots. Get ready for a massive membership drop next year Eddie unless you start sacking.
Pies and Tiges, lost so many tips on them. So over-rated.
Post by: Aaron on July 23, 2016, 12:12:35 am
http://www.foxsports.com.au/afl/video-collingwood-youngster-brayden-mayden-makes-a-meal-of-kickout-costs-magpies-a-goal/news-story/e45f558040c019922a9bae9606d2590a
http://www.nmfc.com.au/video/2016-07-22/round-18-2016-daw-amazing-mark
Post by: Joseph41 on July 23, 2016, 10:51:26 am
Fcking collingwood never tipping these bunch of flogs again they pretty much ruined my tipping record. Bunch of over rated players with no skill managed by some clueless idiots. Get ready for a massive membership drop next year Eddie unless you start sacking.
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RIP my membership I feel like burning it I am so angry
On the plus side, you've made finals in the last decade.
...
Post by: Aaron on July 23, 2016, 01:48:06 pm
Fcking collingwood never tipping these bunch of flogs again they pretty much ruined my tipping record. Bunch of over rated players with no skill managed by some clueless idiots. Get ready for a massive membership drop next year Eddie unless you start sacking.
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RIP my membership I feel like burning it I am so angry
You posted this only 20 mins into the game - should have a bit more faith in your team (at that point in time, anyway) :P
Post by: Rod on July 23, 2016, 04:35:34 pm
You posted this only 20 mins into the game - should have a bit more faith in your team (at that point in time, anyway) :PIt was in the 22nd minute or something, I think you guys were 40 something and we were 13. We were getting absolutely crucified, lost all seven or eight centre clearances, rebounding like a bunch of pansies, no midfield existent, no possession of the ball. It was full domination and it was the earliest this year I ever stopped watching a game. My friend who was at the game (no joke) left the stadium at this moment. It was absolutely unbearable to watch, complete torture. Ofcourse you being a NM supporter you wouldn't understand, you were on the other side haha.
I was so excited for the match. I am not renewing my membership next year and am not watching any more games. I actually hope we lose every single one from now on including essendon.
Only collingwood supporters will know how I feel. Buckley has so far given us five years of torture. As long as he stays as well as the muppets he has hired footy will be the most stressful thing I for the week.
Post by: Joseph41 on July 23, 2016, 06:34:02 pm
EDIT: Luke fkn Shuey
Post by: Rod on July 23, 2016, 10:20:48 pm
You won a premiership six years ago, dude.
EDIT: Luke fkn Shuey
yeahhhhh i know but still :(. If bucks keeps coaching then i may never see another premiership in my lifetime haha.
Im guessing you support Melbourne Joseph? :D
Post by: Aaron on July 23, 2016, 10:22:27 pm
Post by: pi on July 23, 2016, 10:26:35 pm
Talk about ruin tips... and they call us pretenders? @Adelaide & @Bulldogs
Bit harsh on Adelaide, playing Geelong at home has been tough for any team this last decade. Dogs should have won that though.
I think this is perhaps the hardest round to tip since one of those early rounds where everyone got smashed haha
Post by: Rod on July 23, 2016, 11:46:57 pm
Bit harsh on Adelaide, playing Geelong at home has been tough for any team this last decade. Dogs should have won that though.Yeah definitely agree with Adelaide, Geelong are just too good at home. And for some reason when they are under pressure, or verse the good teams, they play seriously good.
I think this is perhaps the hardest round to tip since one of those early rounds where everyone got smashed haha
As for WB injuries crippled them today. A knee injury and a broken leg in three minutes far out. I still think WB is the most exciting team in the competition. Just need a healthy list.
Post by: Aaron on July 23, 2016, 11:49:37 pm
As for WB injuries crippled them today. A knee injury and a broken leg in three minutes far out.
But they're still contenders even with injuries and have lost? But when North Melb have 8 of their best 22 out with injury for an extended period of time, we're apparently pretenders. Absolute bollocks (please don't take this as an attack on you, i'm just absolutely sick to death of people not giving other teams the same criticism as NM).
In regards to the injuries themselves - that's absolutely shit (no other words to describe). However, they get paid substantially well + have access to some of the best medical around (and its not like they don't know the risks of the game). No one wants to see a player go down and out in that way.. Best wishes for their recovery :)
Post by: Joseph41 on July 24, 2016, 08:21:29 am
Im guessing you support Melbourne Joseph? :D
Regrettably.
Post by: vox nihili on July 24, 2016, 01:08:15 pm
But they're still contenders even with injuries and have lost? But when North Melb have 8 of their best 22 out with injury for an extended period of time, we're apparently pretenders. Absolute bollocks (please don't take this as an attack on you, i'm just absolutely sick to death of people not giving other teams the same criticism as NM).
In regards to the injuries themselves - that's absolutely shit (no other words to describe). However, they get paid substantially well + have access to some of the best medical around (and its not like they don't know the risks of the game). No one wants to see a player go down and out in that way.. Best wishes for their recovery :)
As opposed to last year when they all simultaneously needed a rest right before the finals ::)
Jokes aside, NM do cop it a fair bit and that's probably a bit unfair. I think they've become that team to hate the last few years though to be perfectly honest, which imo is pretty reasonable.
Bombers-Lions will be an interesting game today. Essendon have got some handy new players coming through that have probably earned a win, so I'd like to see them get up.
Post by: Aaron on July 24, 2016, 01:50:57 pm
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I think they've become that team to hate the last few years though to be perfectly honest, which imo is pretty reasonable.Why is that reasonable? Even when we were 9-0 at the start of the year, people were just waiting for us to fall (which I guess is fair in some way).... but I was under the impression that everyone wants to see a team other than Hawthorn win the flag this year (other than Hawks supporters themselves)?
In other news, HANDS OFF Mason Wood (RE-SIGNED!!) http://www.nmfc.com.au/news/2016-07-24/wood-thomas-resign
Post by: vox nihili on July 24, 2016, 02:01:03 pm
Why is that reasonable? Even when we were 9-0 at the start of the year, people were just waiting for us to fall (which I guess is fair in some way).... but I was under the impression that everyone wants to see a team other than Hawthorn win the flag this year (other than Hawks supporters themselves)?
In other news, HANDS OFF Mason Wood (RE-SIGNED!!) http://www.nmfc.com.au/news/2016-07-24/wood-thomas-resign
I can't speak for everyone and it'd probably be fair to say that there's a degree of irrationality in people's choices of clubs to hate, but personally I don't like them mainly for the fact that they tanked last year and got away with it. Final round last year, rested half their players so that they'd be fresh for the finals. Proof was in the pudding there because they played the Tigers two weeks in a row, got pumped the first time and then won the second with all their players back. Then you add onto that Brad Scott and boomer, two of the biggest flogs around, and yeah, doesn't exactly make for a well loved team.
With that said, that's kind of always been the way with NM. Really good fan base that have stuck by their club really well, but not exactly a well loved team by everyone else. Which is kind of the best of footy hey? :p
Post by: Joseph41 on July 24, 2016, 02:04:05 pm
Mostly because we've not beaten them since the introduction of decimal currency. (This is why I dislike most teams.)
Post by: Aaron on July 24, 2016, 02:11:58 pm
I can't speak for everyone and it'd probably be fair to say that there's a degree of irrationality in people's choices of clubs to hate, but personally I don't like them mainly for the fact that they tanked last year and got away with it. Final round last year, rested half their players so that they'd be fresh for the finals. Proof was in the pudding there because they played the Tigers two weeks in a row, got pumped the first time and then won the second with all their players back. Then you add onto that Brad Scott and boomer, two of the biggest flogs around, and yeah, doesn't exactly make for a well loved team.
With that said, that's kind of always been the way with NM. Really good fan base that have stuck by their club really well, but not exactly a well loved team by everyone else. Which is kind of the best of footy hey? :p
That's quite an interesting perspective - I haven't heard anyone give that opinion before. Obviously i'm not going to dispute any of that (too much) because of my biased view towards NM, so fair enough :) All I can say Boomer is far from a flog, gonna break the all time games record next week (try and beat that!)
I'm aware of that tank, they got permission from the AFL to do so (i'm surprised you didn't mention Fremantle as well since they did the exact same thing?). This brings forward the current issue the AFLPA is trying to push through - reorganised BYES (and adding one?) so that the players have ample rest opportunity. One would argue that the current bye implemented at the end of round 23 is beneficial, but in my opinion I think it's far from it. My view is that they're getting paid a shitload of money to kick a ball around, so they should suck it up.
I can completely understand dislike for teams and of course that's part of any sport (just like I hate Collingwood ::) ) We've come a really long way - from a terrible team when Brad Scott started to making 2 consecutive prelim finals (whilst not getting AFL funding props like some other clubs do).
Post by: vox nihili on July 24, 2016, 02:32:47 pm
That's quite an interesting perspective - I haven't heard anyone give that opinion before. Obviously i'm not going to dispute any of that (too much) because of my biased view towards NM, so fair enough :) All I can say Boomer is far from a flog, gonna break the all time games record next week (try and beat that!)
I'm aware of that tank, they got permission from the AFL to do so (i'm surprised you didn't mention Fremantle as well since they did the exact same thing?). This brings forward the current issue the AFLPA is trying to push through - reorganised BYES (and adding one?) so that the players have ample rest opportunity. One would argue that the current bye implemented at the end of round 23 is beneficial, but in my opinion I think it's far from it. My view is that they're getting paid a shitload of money to kick a ball around, so they should suck it up.
I can completely understand dislike for teams and of course that's part of any sport (just like I hate Collingwood ::) ) We've come a really long way - from a terrible team when Brad Scott started to making 2 consecutive prelim finals (whilst not getting AFL funding props like some other clubs do).
Boomer's such a polarising bloke. Never met a person who doesn't either absolutely loathe him or absolutely love him. Can't stand him, but he's still bloody impressive. For such a little guy to be playing so well still.
hahahah I mentioned this one because I'm a Tigers support and was fucking dirty on it last year :p In both cases it was rubbish. Melbourne got fined an absolute shit tonne when they tanked, and yet apparently it was ok if it helps you in the finals but not ok if it helps you in the draft. I get that every club should take every advantage presented to them, but it wasn't really in the spirit of fair play and really shouldn't have been allowed either, particularly when other clubs have copped it so badly for doing so.
It's a pretty impressive rise. Only a few years ago they were talking about mergers and whatnot with North, so definitely gotta give credit where it's due.
Post by: pi on July 24, 2016, 02:38:50 pm
Why is that reasonable? Even when we were 9-0 at the start of the year, people were just waiting for us to fall (which I guess is fair in some way)....
Well it was always going to happen haha. North is an up-and-coming team for sure, but to see them top the table by the end of the season would be very surprising. If that was another up-and-coming team (eg. WB) everyone would have expected the same.
(i'm surprised you didn't mention Fremantle as well since they did the exact same thing?)
Well firstly, we weren't discussing Freo haha. Secondly, Freo was on the other side of the 8 that year and many would see them "more deserving" of giving some blokes a rest. Also I personally feel like giving the Dockers a bit of leeway simply because they haven't yet won a flag.
Post by: Rod on July 24, 2016, 09:25:00 pm
Regrettably.Haha well you guys have beaten us two times in a row now. And have a brighter future than us currently. Hogan is so exciting to watch.
Post by: pi on July 24, 2016, 09:27:47 pm
Post by: Rod on July 24, 2016, 09:27:51 pm
Post by: Rod on July 24, 2016, 09:28:52 pm
Rod back at #1 haha, knew it wasn't going to last :'(Hahaha you'll be back I know it. I'm only winning because of that margin. Gotta keep my game up! xD
Post by: Aaron on July 30, 2016, 05:02:36 pm
Just for those who are interested in stats, http://afltables.com/afl/stats/alltime/highs.html (the coloured rows are those that are still playing).
Post by: Rod on July 30, 2016, 07:39:03 pm
Fcking collingwood never tipping these bunch of flogs again they pretty much ruined my tipping record. Bunch of over rated players with no skill managed by some clueless idiots. Get ready for a massive membership drop next year Eddie unless you start sacking.
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RIP my membership I feel like burning it I am so angry
OHHHHH it felt so good pushing West Coast and tipping against collingwood. I really don't care if we get smashed by 100+ next week in fact I hope we do.
..... :(
Post by: pi on July 30, 2016, 07:41:28 pm
Post by: vox nihili on July 30, 2016, 08:44:00 pm
Post by: Aaron on July 30, 2016, 10:54:55 pm
Spoiler
(http://i.imgur.com/Lq1RISw.jpg)
Post by: Joseph41 on July 30, 2016, 11:00:56 pm
Post by: brenden on July 31, 2016, 12:08:44 am
Did lol at the scabbed goal from the goal square.😂😂😂😂😂
Post by: Joseph41 on July 31, 2016, 12:12:01 am
😂😂😂😂😂
Just reflects his career amirite?
Post by: Rod on July 31, 2016, 09:04:52 am
Just reflects his career amirite?Same here. As if you would take that, he wanted it. One of the headlines I read was ''Harvey the team player'' I lol'd so bad.
Post by: Joseph41 on July 31, 2016, 11:48:46 am
- More space
- It has a soul
- Better viewing
- Hell's Bells before the Dees run out
- No Brenden offering unwanted snacks
- Less likely to watch North
Reasons why Etihad is better than the MCG:
- Sometimes warmer
Post by: pi on July 31, 2016, 03:38:42 pm
Post by: Aaron on July 31, 2016, 08:05:11 pm
Post by: Rod on August 01, 2016, 07:59:09 pm
I REALLY really really really want to see North Melbourne out of the finals chase.
I personally don't think that they deserve to be there. I'd love it if Melbourne or Port could knock them off. With 4 matches remaining, hoping North don't win another game for the season.'' - Likes 74 from AFL FB
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Thoughts everyone????
Post by: studybuddy7777 on August 01, 2016, 08:02:08 pm
Reasons why the MCG is better than Etihad:
- More space
- It has a soul
- Better viewing
- Hell's Bells before the Dees run out
- No Brenden offering unwanted snacks
- Less likely to watch North
Reasons why Etihad is better than the MCG:
- Sometimes warmer
Hahahaha this has just made my day!!
Post by: Aaron on August 01, 2016, 08:27:32 pm
''I feel (more so I'd prefer it) that the top 8 is not locked up.
I REALLY really really really want to see North Melbourne out of the finals chase.
I personally don't think that they deserve to be there. I'd love it if Melbourne or Port could knock them off. With 4 matches remaining, hoping North don't win another game for the season.'' - Likes 74 from AFL FB
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Thoughts everyone????
We'll win against Dogs on Sat night. Are you just trying to engage in the North bashing again cos we beat u last week lol? :P
I reckon we've got a good chance of winning all 4 games tbh. We pretty much have home ground advantage to all but the Hawks game at the MCG.
Post by: Rod on August 01, 2016, 10:42:29 pm
We'll win against Dogs on Sat night. Are you just trying to engage in the North bashing again cos we beat u last week lol? :PHaha I'm still scarred because of that.
I reckon we've got a good chance of winning all 4 games tbh. We pretty much have home ground advantage to all but the Hawks game at the MCG.
This next 4 weeks as well as the finals will be a big challenge for NM. They have been the most under-rated time this whole season, if they can actually do what you say and end up reaching the GF or even better, then they'll prove everyone wrong.
If they don't I seriously think Brad Scott should go he has had so much time. IMHO, NM for years have been a very good team but have never been able to reach that next step. They are getting old as well, they aren't a young team, don't have any prodigies like Darcy Moore/Joe Daniher/Marcus Bontempelli.
Wondering what you think. You for the whole season have complained because NM have been under-rated so much. Do you still think they will win the premiership and prove everyone wrong?
Post by: Aaron on August 01, 2016, 11:00:06 pm
Haha I'm still scarred because of that.
This next 4 weeks as well as the finals will be a big challenge for NM. They have been the most under-rated time this whole season, if they can actually do what you say and end up reaching the GF or even better, then they'll prove everyone wrong.
If they don't I seriously think Brad Scott should go he has had so much time. IMHO, NM for years have been a very good team but have never been able to reach that next step. They are getting old as well, they aren't a young team, don't have any prodigies like Darcy Moore/Joe Daniher/Marcus Bontempelli.
Wondering what you think. You for the whole season have complained because NM have been under-rated so much. Do you still think they will win the premiership and prove everyone wrong?
1. I have always thought that Darren Crocker was a better coach than Brad Scott (this is definitely not to say Brad has been bad, because I think he's been great as well.. building a team that was shithouse into a finals contender). I think the main issue is the old players and the lack of experience that is being given to the young guys. The current list of injuries that we still have is concerning, but it allows for the emerging players to get some game time under their belt (e.g. Ryan Clarke has been awesome for us in his 3 games played). Issues such as Jarrad Waite continuing to injure himself at the most inconvenient times is worrying for finals hopes. Even if we get Shaun Higgins, Jacobs etc back before finals, they have been out for so long and will need time to get back into things.
2. The older players need to go. Mason Wood, Majak Daw, Ryan Clarke, Corey Wagner, Trent Dumont and all those younger players are our future and we need to slowly start transitioning out the older players for the younger ones. I just look at the lack of speed in our team and think.. this could be bolstered by young talent.
3. Everyone has been proven wrong in the past 2 occasions now, so to say they won't get to at least the same stage again this year is a far fetched view. We eliminated top teams whilst sitting in 8th during the finals series, so who's to say it won't happen again? All you have to do is look at the defeats that the major teams in the top 8 have had, and some really close calls. For example, Hawks played absolutely shit against us at Etihad back a month ago (the only reason they didn't get absolutely hammered was our lack of goal kicking - too many behinds/inaccuracies). GWS defeated by Collingwood, Hawks AND Swans nearly being beaten by Carlton... etc.
The point i'm trying to make here is that on any given day, any of the top 8 teams can defeat anyone. We've got the experience of being the underdogs + coming from that 6-8 ladder range when finals arrive to defeat teams (defeating teams when it matters the most). When it matters the most is an interesting point too, given the last 2 games (StKilda and Collingwood) where our finals chances have been threatened and we've fought back.
Also just another point quickly... I don't rate GWS highly at all. They have never played a final and i'll be surprised if they don't get knocked out in straight sets.
Post by: brenden on August 01, 2016, 11:08:48 pm
Same here. As if you would take that, he wanted it. One of the headlines I read was ''Harvey the team player'' I lol'd so bad.Rubbish. He ignored Buddy Franklin level deals to move to Carlton, Hawthorn - could've been a 5 time premiership player with the latter. Toiled hard at the Roos with no premiership reasonably in short-term sights for a long time. Definitely wanted the goal, but at the end of the day, it was a hilarious, and a good bit of fun - what footy's about.
Haha I'm still scarred because of that.Brad Scott's been top notch imo. Dean Laidley was 100% right to give it up - did the right thing by the club - Brad Scott's developed a really robust team that's a legitimate chance of winning premierships - something that probably hasn't been the case since Wayne Carey left the club. He has had so much time - yes, 7 years, but he's achieved 4 final series including this year - 2 prelims, one of them a solid shot at winning in hostile territory. Potentially another to come... He's no Hardwick. Great player retention, membership records broken yearly. There's a lot right about NMFC, and a lot right about Brad Scott.
This next 4 weeks as well as the finals will be a big challenge for NM. They have been the most under-rated time this whole season, if they can actually do what you say and end up reaching the GF or even better, then they'll prove everyone wrong.
If they don't I seriously think Brad Scott should go he has had so much time. IMHO, NM for years have been a very good team but have never been able to reach that next step. They are getting old as well, they aren't a young team, don't have any prodigies like Darcy Moore/Joe Daniher/Marcus Bontempelli.
Wondering what you think. You for the whole season have complained because NM have been under-rated so much. Do you still think they will win the premiership and prove everyone wrong?
As for the list - I think we're looking good. Luke McDonald is as good a young defended as any. Trent Dumont will be an inside bull, with Ryan Clarke a ball magnet and Mason Wood, Ben Brown, Aaron Black all high-quality forwards.
Can we win the Premiership? If we finish in the top four, which seems unlikely, we have a very real chance. Keep in mind that Wright, Jacobs, Higgins, McDonald make the team very, very dangerous come finals. We'd beat any interstate team in Melbourne, and could reasonably expect to beat Geelong (could also reasonably expect to lose), Hawthorn... Well... You know.
But probably not- slim chances of top 4 finish, but definitely a possibility... At least mathematically.
Post by: Rod on August 02, 2016, 11:04:36 pm
''He's no Hardwick'' - One bad year and I don't understand why people have so much hate on him. I heard today that Richmond have only made finals like 5 times in the last 20 years and 3 of them were through Hardwick.
Post by: pi on August 05, 2016, 10:30:04 pm
Post by: Aaron on August 05, 2016, 10:35:35 pm
Post by: vox nihili on August 05, 2016, 11:32:50 pm
Post by: Aaron on August 06, 2016, 04:58:18 pm
Post by: Rod on August 06, 2016, 07:03:08 pm
Post by: vox nihili on August 06, 2016, 08:17:05 pm
Post by: Aaron on August 06, 2016, 08:21:14 pm
Thoughts of the Cyril high from the Melbourne v Hawthorn game?
Hope he gets a week cos we verse Hawks next week ;)
Post by: brenden on August 06, 2016, 09:41:46 pm
Post by: Joseph41 on August 11, 2016, 07:25:20 pm
@Joseph hope you are happy :D :D :D :D :D :D :D
You'd think I would be. And I am. But:
2005: Hawthorn wins by 39 points. Joseph is there.
2006: Melbourne by 61 points. Joseph has gastro, is not there.
2007: Hawthorn by 116 points. Joseph is there.
2008a: Hawthorn by 104 points. Joseph is there.
2008b: Hawthorn by 19 points. Joseph is there.
2009: Hawthorn by 22 points. Joseph is there.
2010a: Hawthorn by 56 points. Joseph is there.
2010b: Hawthorn by 21 points. Joseph is there.
2011a: Hawthorn by 45 points. Joseph is there.
2011b: Hawthorn by 54 points. Joseph is there.
2012: Hawthorn by 66 points. Joseph is there.
2013: Hawthorn by 95 points. Joseph is there.
2014: Hawthorn by 50 points. Joseph is there.
2015: Hawthorn by 105 points. Joseph is there.
2016a: Hawthorn by 18 points. Joseph is there.
2016b: Melbourne by 29 points. Joseph is called into a compulsory work meeting, is not there.
So, you know. The last time I saw Melbourne beat Hawthorn, I'd just turned 10. ::)
Post by: Aaron on August 14, 2016, 03:47:34 pm
Post by: Joseph41 on August 14, 2016, 03:48:01 pm
Awesome. Bombers finally won a game. Good on them
Agreed - was happy for them!
Post by: pi on August 14, 2016, 04:52:23 pm
Post by: Aaron on August 14, 2016, 04:54:23 pm
RIP my tips.
Ditto. So far i've only got: WB, SYD + Melb right
The way things are looking, might be getting potentially only 1 more (Ade v Freo). Rich v Geelong not looking so great (trust them to play well this week ffs).
Post by: Joseph41 on August 14, 2016, 04:58:39 pm
Post by: Aaron on August 14, 2016, 05:46:26 pm
Post by: Rod on August 14, 2016, 06:51:35 pm
Just asking because Pi is getting closer and closer to what was once my superior margin xD xD. Idk how much more longer I can cope! :(
Post by: Aaron on August 14, 2016, 07:12:59 pm
Was just wondering, when does our AN comp end? Round 23 or after grand final?
Just asking because Pi is getting closer and closer to what was once my superior margin xD xD. Idk how much more longer I can cope! :(
I think it includes finals too (last year it included finals, so assuming it's the same)
Post by: pi on August 14, 2016, 07:15:57 pm
Post by: Joseph41 on August 20, 2016, 12:08:35 pm
Tell that to a Sydney supporter, or a Geelong supporter, or a Hawthorn supporter, and they'd probably laugh at the fact that that means so much. But I was genuinely concerned about losing this club forever just three years ago. Before Paul Roos and Peter Jackson walked in the door, the Melbourne Football Club was on track to oblivion. It's now 2016, and we're still (faintly) in the conversation for a finals berth for the first time in a decade.
Since our last final, we've pushed through five Prime Ministers - one of them twice. We've also had seven coaches, with another in the wings for next year. It's been a long, tumultuous time. Ten years of going to the footy knowing all too well that we were going to lose - probably by a lot. Ten years of being the laughing stock of the competition. Ten years of severe ambivalence in September.
I don't expect to make the finals this year, but the fact that we're so close means a lot. On paper, North Melbourne shouldn't win either of its next two games. On paper, we *should* win one and we're a chance in the other. I go to the footy nervous, these days. And it hurts when we lose.
I'll be disappointed but not distraught if North get up today, or if we lose tomorrow. It's almost September, and I couldn't care less about the draft. The only player I could name off the top of my head is McLuggage. Even then, that's only because I imagine him as some sort of walking suitcase. Footy is footy again.
It would be hard for non-Melbourne supporters to know what it's been like the last decade, and how much it means to have hope. I mean, we're not even in the eight, and I'm practically jumping for joy. So thank you, Paul Roos. Thank you, Peter Jackson. Thank you, Nathan Jones. Thank you, Daisy Pearce. Thank you, Simon Goodwin. Thank you, Brendan McCartney. Thank you, Glen Bartlett.
Thank you, Jim Stynes.
And fuck me, get up, Sydney.
Post by: Rod on August 20, 2016, 02:43:30 pm
Post by: Aaron on August 20, 2016, 02:53:52 pm
I think it would be appropriate to remove Sine from the competition? He hasn't tipped in like 5 or 6 weeks and I remember a lot of people being removed early on for not tipping.
Fair call. I let him rejoin on the condition he would tip each week (even though it's pretty much impossible he can rank anywhere above last place for the rest of the season - inc. finals). Next season i'll look into automatic removal of players who don't tip for 2 weeks in a row or something like that (hopefully some of you have seen that i've been experimenting with a footy tipping system of my own the past couple of months just seeing what it could be like if it was custom..)
Post by: Joseph41 on August 20, 2016, 03:01:15 pm
Post by: Aaron on August 20, 2016, 03:02:37 pm
What are y'all on at the moment? I have no idea why I didn't join that competition.
Here you go :)
P.S - If anyone has any suggestions you'd like to see in a potential tipping system for next year, feel free to PM me with your ideas.
Post by: Rod on August 20, 2016, 03:21:37 pm
Here you go :)Sounds good! Two weeks is good. Yeah it's just annoying when people just leave the competition and don't tip, next year just automatic removal.
P.S - If anyone has any suggestions you'd like to see in a potential tipping system for next year, feel free to PM me with your ideas.
What are y'all on at the moment? I have no idea why I didn't join that competition.What??? All this time I thought you were ''Pawn'' or whatever, who is he then??!?!
Post by: Joseph41 on August 20, 2016, 03:27:42 pm
EDIT: Although I'm in three competitions, and in the third I've been one below the other two for most of the season. Which is weird, because I always tip the same across competitions.
Post by: Joseph41 on August 21, 2016, 03:45:33 pm
Post by: Aaron on August 21, 2016, 04:05:30 pm
I fucking hate football and everything about it.
Bad luck man... that's a rough way to end the season (losing to Carlton). Will be back next year challenging for finals no doubt.
It's still going to be tense for us in the first week of finals - it'll either be vs. the Dogs or GWS.. I don't know which one i'd prefer.
Dogs at MCG or GWS at Spotless Stadium (or ANZ if they decide to go to a bigger venue).
Post by: pi on August 21, 2016, 04:07:59 pm
Bad luck man...
You say that, but you must be so happy inside :P
Post by: Aaron on August 21, 2016, 04:16:20 pm
You say that, but you must be so happy inside :P
I am. But the right thing to do is be respectful (even though most of the regulars on here absolutely hate on North). :)
Post by: vox nihili on August 21, 2016, 05:20:44 pm
I am. But the right thing to do is be respectful (even though most of the regulars on here absolutely hate on North). :)
Perish the thought! ;)
Post by: Aaron on August 22, 2016, 06:56:15 pm
If there's a loss in the top 4, the entire lineup could change:
http://www.foxsports.com.au/afl/how-will-the-top-8-finish-predicted-week-one-finals-matchups-and-fixture-potential-final-ladder/news-story/bea3b2f2ce7cc54650672a1f95f97e1f
Post by: vox nihili on August 24, 2016, 12:45:57 pm
*and counting
Post by: Aaron on August 24, 2016, 12:48:46 pm
Why has North Melbourne gone batshit crazy? [`430* Marks]
*and counting
Marks? You sure you don't mean games? I was shocked to hear this too (i'm actually a little bit pissed off to be honest). Firrito, Petrie + Dal Santo all deserve to be given the boot but Boomer, absolutely not.
I have a feeling Boomer will be given some sort of coaching/mentor role at North... meaning it won't be totally *over*.
Post by: vox nihili on August 24, 2016, 01:03:18 pm
Marks? You sure you don't mean games? I was shocked to hear this too (i'm actually a little bit pissed off to be honest). Firrito, Petrie + Dal Santo all deserve to be given the boot but Boomer, absolutely not.
I have a feeling Boomer will be given some sort of coaching/mentor role at North... meaning it won't be totally *over*.
hahah it was meant to be an essay question, shit joke leave me alone :p
100% agree with you. Even if they are worried about his footy starting to fade, he still deserves to leave on his own terms. He's good for the club and having that kind of guy around is good for the other players there too.
Also, can you imagine how all the other players would be feeling about that? As if you'd want to commit to a club that treats its "greats" like that.
Post by: Joseph41 on August 24, 2016, 01:05:57 pm
Post by: Aaron on August 24, 2016, 01:21:45 pm
hahah it was meant to be an essay question, shit joke leave me alone :p
100% agree with you. Even if they are worried about his footy starting to fade, he still deserves to leave on his own terms. He's good for the club and having that kind of guy around is good for the other players there too.
Also, can you imagine how all the other players would be feeling about that? As if you'd want to commit to a club that treats its "greats" like that.
I can see their reasoning for it though. Boomer is currently taking one of the main midfield roles - he probably only has 1 more season left in him anyway. The fact is, we're slowly declining and everyone knows it. We have people in the VFL that need experience (if anyone can recall last year's draft, we actually got some pretty decent people who have barely played any games because they're taking up spots in seniors). There's no way in hell we're sustainable past the next 1-2 years. Need to look at the bigger picture. (This in no way means I am for Boomer not being renewed, because i'm quite angry at the decision... but it had to happen sooner or later)
I don't like the timing of it either given it's nearly finals - but I can understand why they've done that too. It'll most likely be our last Melbourne game for the season (given there's a strong chance we'll have to travel interstate for a final, v GWS @ Spotless being the most likely outcome), so for everyone to celebrate the achievements is great. It's no easy task beating a team on their home ground, especially in a final.
Everyone's blaming Brad Scott for these players not being resigned, but they clearly have no idea what a list manager is.
Post by: pi on August 24, 2016, 01:27:29 pm
Post by: Rod on August 24, 2016, 06:03:13 pm
hahah it was meant to be an essay question, shit joke leave me alone :pI got the joke and lol'd! xD
This is hilarious, even North supporters hate North right now hahahahaI know haha. This totally wrecks the culture of the footy club. Basically ''come serve us, play your best, and when we don't need you f*** off''. Terrible for the culture of the footy club tbh, should have been handled better.
But respect Harvey going to be sad not seeing him anymore. Nobody ever in the future will beat that 430 game record, what a legend!
Post by: Aaron on August 26, 2016, 09:21:26 pm
Post by: Rod on August 26, 2016, 11:17:39 pm
Post by: Aaron on August 26, 2016, 11:24:15 pm
good bye margin :(
Well WCE has just royally fucked the ordering of the top 8 now (could literally be any team apart from Sydney that sit in 5th spot who North vs in the finals - depending on how the rest of the round turns out).
What was your margin? Leaderboard hasn't updated yet.
Post by: pi on August 27, 2016, 12:02:17 am
Post by: Rod on August 27, 2016, 12:59:42 am
Well WCE has just royally fucked the ordering of the top 8 now (could literally be any team apart from Sydney that sit in 5th spot who North vs in the finals - depending on how the rest of the round turns out).54. Could have easily been 70+ WCE smashed them and so many missed opportunities. Darling and Kennedy could have had 10+ between them.
What was your margin? Leaderboard hasn't updated yet.
Post by: Aaron on August 27, 2016, 03:56:04 pm
Essendon in front of Carlton (lol)
Geelong absolutely thrashing Melbourne
I am soooo excited to see the first week finals lineup (rip if north gets either WC at Perth or Adel in Adel).
Post by: pi on August 27, 2016, 04:05:32 pm
Geelong showing their class again. Far too good for Melb.
Post by: Aaron on August 27, 2016, 04:07:46 pm
We've had an expectantly shit season, but what a show from the boys against the blues! Hopefully nothing dramatic happens in this last Q and we can cruise to a win. Not even mad I'll lose the tip.
Neither. I tipped Carlton but its good to see em get a win.
Post by: pi on August 27, 2016, 04:21:13 pm
Post by: Aaron on August 27, 2016, 05:51:23 pm
Post by: Aaron on August 27, 2016, 11:53:17 pm
(rip if north gets either WC at Perth or Adel in Adel).
I should've kept my mouth shut. ::)
Post by: pi on August 28, 2016, 05:49:40 pm
Also shame Saints couldn't keep that margin with a game 50 points less on each side haha :'( Dons first wooden spoon for a while
Post by: Aaron on August 28, 2016, 06:16:47 pm
What are Hawks doing... edit: what a game though! edit2: THAT IS RIGHT, F*CK RIGHT OFF PIES, YOU WON'T RUIN MY TIPS AGAIN
Also shame Saints couldn't keep that margin with a game 50 points less on each side haha :'( Dons first wooden spoon for a while
What a good game that was. Hawks are in a bit of trouble come finals - let's be honest.
Finals w1 lineup:
Sydney v GWS - ANZ Stadium
Geelong v Hawks - MCG
Adelaide v North Melbourne - Adelaide
West Coast v Bulldogs - Domain (Perth)
Post by: Rod on August 28, 2016, 06:17:42 pm
Post by: pi on August 28, 2016, 06:24:40 pm
Hawks are in a bit of trouble come finals - let's be honest.
You said the same for Cats hahahaha, wonder who'll reign supreme in that game :P
Post by: Aaron on August 28, 2016, 06:36:04 pm
You said the same for Cats hahahaha, wonder who'll reign supreme in that game :P
I said that they have too much reliance on the 'star' mids, which will ultimately impact on them winning the flag, and that is true.
It's difficult to say who's going to be in the grand final now - the fact that all teams have had really good wins at some point and have had some shockers too balances it out. The pressure and intense environment of finals can change the impact of a game - a team that is great can fall on their sword, and a team that is terrible can turn things around because there's something on the line now (e.g. elim finals - you lose you're done). There's definitely a divide between the H&A season and finals, that's for sure.
Post by: pi on August 28, 2016, 07:14:30 pm
It's difficult to say who's going to be in the grand final now - the fact that all teams have had really good wins at some point and have had some shockers too balances it out. The pressure and intense environment of finals can change the impact of a game - a team that is great can fall on their sword, and a team that is terrible can turn things around because there's something on the line now (e.g. elim finals - you lose you're done). There's definitely a divide between the H&A season and finals, that's for sure.
Very true, should be a very interesting few weeks! :D
Good to see Freo win it for Pav, what a champion.
Post by: Aaron on August 28, 2016, 07:28:16 pm
Very true, should be a very interesting few weeks! :D
Good to see Freo win it for Pav, what a champion.
Bulldogs are gonna go out first week. They have to fly back to Perth for a clash against West Coast. With their injuries, can't see them doing it. Well done to Freo (its a shame they had to wait this long for a decent win). The travel across the country hurts, no matter what team it is.
[I'm kind of happy it isn't us now]
Post by: pi on August 28, 2016, 07:47:43 pm
Post by: pi on August 30, 2016, 06:12:14 pm
Post by: Aaron on August 30, 2016, 08:17:09 pm
lmfao best thing I've heard all year http://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/afl/teams/richmond/afl-richmond-fan-mario-from-doncaster-has-sen-hosts-in-stitches/news-story/2f4d820a12a7f4ca144cdf7d07a195b2
Ahahaha that's gold! I don't know whether it's a stunt or it's legitimate but whatever the case, the guy has lost his marbles!!
Post by: Aaron on September 04, 2016, 12:55:27 am
My tips
- WCE to win by a significant amount
- Geelong
- GWS in an upset
- North in an upset
Good luck n have fun [inb4 all four of these are wrong, it's totally okay to put a risky tip in ::)].
Post by: Aaron on September 09, 2016, 10:27:31 pm
Post by: vox nihili on September 09, 2016, 11:02:36 pm
What a way to end that final!!! Amazing stuff... I don't even barrack for Geelong and i'm absolutely thrilled!!
Hands down, so happy they won. Really love the vibe in Geelong when they're winning. The train station I go to today was decked out in Geelong paraphernalia.
Post by: pi on September 10, 2016, 07:37:39 pm
Post by: Joseph41 on September 10, 2016, 07:49:37 pm
Post by: pi on September 10, 2016, 09:38:51 pm
Post by: Aaron on September 10, 2016, 09:43:31 pm
Not a great way to say farewell to four champions :/ Hope they can cut some of this back in the final term...
Was always going to be tough going interstate for an elim final. Pretty poor effort at the moment, if I do say so myself. Very disappointing.
I hope they can make a great comeback.... but I know it's highly unlikely.
Post by: pi on September 10, 2016, 10:25:55 pm
Post by: Aaron on September 10, 2016, 10:30:51 pm
:'(
Post by: vox nihili on September 11, 2016, 12:39:25 am
Who's everyone backing?
Post by: Aaron on September 11, 2016, 12:53:27 am
Commiserations, Aaron. Sad match.
Who's everyone backing?
Was the first time i've genuinely been upset due to a loss. A mix of reasons: The last game for the four guys & the lack of actual effort/consistency/etc over the season. It was a game we could've won as the scores weren't that distant at half time - but seems like we just gave up and were turning over, kicking poorly etc. for no good reason [something that we should've fixed]. I guess we still had a fair few players out of action still due to injury but it really is no excuse. It feels like the 2014 prelim where Sydney thumped us - but at least that was a prelim and not the first stage of the finals.
I want GWS to win it, but would be happy with Bulldogs too. You know, one of those 'less popular' clubs that don't have the ability to 'cash splash' (Exception here is GWS because they're a new team, building from the ground up). I'll consider the year a win as long as Hawthorn or Sydney don't win it [time for someone else to have a go].
Post by: pi on September 11, 2016, 01:41:53 am
Who's everyone backing?
Anyone but Hawks :P I have a soft spot for Geelong though, coming from near-ish to there <3
Post by: Rod on September 11, 2016, 02:05:53 am
Anyone but Hawks :P I have a soft spot for Geelong though, coming from near-ish to there <3Yeah the effort was terrible tonight, I actually thought NM would come in with extreme intensity because of Harvey, Petrie etc. Sad end for NM, I reckon they won't make finals next year, going to slip to 10-12 and rebuild from next year.
As for who wins, I also don't care as long as Hawthorn do not win it. I was at the game on Friday supporting Geelong, actually love some of their players (Danger, Blicavs) and tbh they are the most loveable dominant team. It's just Selwood who people hate but everyone else is cool :D.
GWS winning it would be crazy though. i love it when non-vic teams win! Big troll for the AFL haha
Post by: Aaron on September 24, 2016, 08:15:16 pm
Post by: Aaron on February 15, 2017, 09:26:10 pm
I will post when I set up the Tipping Comp for this year.
Post by: Sine on February 15, 2017, 10:10:09 pm
Post by: Joseph41 on February 15, 2017, 10:15:47 pm
supercoach anyone?
Honestly, you could spend 25 hours a day on SuperCoach. I've decided not to play it this year because it was legit starting to ruin neutral games for me haha.
Post by: Sine on February 15, 2017, 10:18:10 pm
Honestly, you could spend 25 hours a day on SuperCoach. I've decided not to play it this year because it was legit starting to ruin neutral games for me haha.ahaha so true. I used to keep track of some games I would never even think of following.
Post by: Joseph41 on February 15, 2017, 10:19:09 pm
ahaha so true. I used to keep track of some games I would never even think of following.
The amount of time I invested in it a few years ago was simply absurd.
Post by: Sine on February 15, 2017, 10:27:03 pm
The amount of time I invested in it a few years ago was simply absurd.I can shamefully relate with this
All those statistics LOL
Post by: Aaron on February 18, 2017, 11:40:10 pm
Post by: Aaron on March 04, 2017, 11:18:04 pm
Hey everyone - if you're interested in joining the ATAR Notes Tipping Competition for Season 2017, please use the following link:
https://tipping.afl.com.au/tipping/index.html#/comp/16894/about?code=E3YYSR57 or use join code: E3YYSR57
You need an AFL Tipping account to join the comp. Try to use your AN username in some way.
Notice regarding activity: If you do join the comp, you MUST remain active and tip per week. If you do not tip for two consecutive weeks, you will be removed without notice.
Best of luck, season starts in a few. You can submit your tips and change them up until the match commencement.
Anyone who is a registered member of ATAR Notes is free to join. We had ~12 active tipsters last year, let's try beat that!
Post by: Joseph41 on March 18, 2017, 12:13:58 pm
Post by: Joseph41 on March 31, 2017, 06:05:17 pm
Post by: Aaron on March 31, 2017, 06:16:14 pm
^Who's your premiership tip this year, Aaron? :)
Crap - I didn't see this. I have been on placement, busy busy. My bad!
I am probably going to go with GWS. Some of the other top team contenders have been a bit weaker so far (e.g. Hawks). Now.. even though GWS lost their most recent encounter with the Crows.. they were at Adelaide Oval against the Crows.
However I think we need to see a few more rounds before drawing conclusions of any kind. I mean, just look at Port defeating Sydney. You don't know whether that was a one off or something brewing.
I will be watching it tonight :) I'm curious.
P.S - Reminder the tipping comp is still open (see instructions above). Given there isn't much interest in the tipping comp this year, i'll keep it there in case anyone wants to join it so they can add their tallies to the board.
Post by: sweetiepi on March 31, 2017, 06:51:26 pm
Anybody else looking forward to the Grand Final replay tonight? :DI'm curious to see the outcome for this one- god help my fb newsfeed if the Dogs win hahaha :p
Post by: Joseph41 on March 31, 2017, 06:54:51 pm
I'm curious to see the outcome for this one- god help my fb newsfeed if the Dogs win hahaha :p
Who do you follow?! Is it Melbourne?!
Post by: sweetiepi on March 31, 2017, 07:12:20 pm
Who do you follow?! Is it Melbourne?!Nope!
The roos ftw aha ;D
(Also an unrelated fact- my grandpa (who barracks for Collingwood) legit looks like Eddie McGuire, haha)
Post by: Joseph41 on March 31, 2017, 07:17:05 pm
Nope!
The roos ftw aha ;D
(Also an unrelated fact- my grandpa (who barracks for Collingwood) legit looks like Eddie McGuire, haha)
What is it with the prevalence of North fans on these forums? Hahahaha.
Do you have a team you severely dislike? ;D
Post by: sweetiepi on March 31, 2017, 07:24:28 pm
What is it with the prevalence of North fans on these forums? Hahahaha.I have 2 teams I severely dislike lol- Colli
Do you have a team you severely dislike? ;D
(Princes Park is across the road from my campus as well, which is amusing haha)
Post by: Joseph41 on March 31, 2017, 09:24:45 pm
Post by: Aaron on April 05, 2017, 08:42:43 pm
Post by: Rod on April 05, 2017, 09:27:11 pm
Tips for this week?definitely not collingwood
Post by: sweetiepi on April 05, 2017, 09:30:21 pm
definitely not collingwoodI strongly agree with this statement.
Also definitely not Freeo while we're at it ::)
Post by: Aaron on April 05, 2017, 09:37:35 pm
My tips for this week:
SYD v COLL (Tip: SYD by 24)
NM v GWS (Tip: NM)
RIC v WC (Tip: WC)
GEE v MEL (Tip: GEE)
PA v ADE (Tip: PA)
FRE v WB (Tip: WB)
STK v BL (Tip: STK)
CAR v ESS (Tip: ESS)
GC v HAW (Tip: HAW)
Post by: Joseph41 on April 07, 2017, 11:51:03 am
Tip GWS at your peril. We gave the cats a scare last week when everyone thought we would get thrashed
My tips for this week:
SYD v COLL (Tip: SYD by 24)
NM v GWS (Tip: NM)
RIC v WC (Tip: WC)
GEE v MEL (Tip: GEE)
PA v ADE (Tip: PA)
FRE v WB (Tip: WB)
STK v BL (Tip: STK)
CAR v ESS (Tip: ESS)
GC v HAW (Tip: HAW)
I'm not tipping this year (I absolutely recommend it - I can finally fully enjoy neutral games hahaha), but:
Sydney v. Collingwood
North Melbourne v. GWS
Richmond v. West Coast
Geelong v. Melbourne
Port Adelaide v. Adelaide
Fremantle v. Western Bulldogs
St. Kilda v. Brisbane
Carlton v. Essendon
Gold Coast v. Hawthorn
I reckon that's an extremely difficult round to tip.
Post by: Joseph41 on April 08, 2017, 10:20:27 am
Post by: Aaron on April 08, 2017, 10:37:36 pm
Man, I am just going to randomise my tips next week. So so.. frustrating lol
Post by: Rod on April 08, 2017, 11:29:01 pm
Who would've thought the Dockers would win against the Doggies.rip north melbourne <3
Man, I am just going to randomise my tips next week. So so.. frustrating lol
rip us for taking a player made out of glass from you guys
Post by: Aaron on April 08, 2017, 11:45:03 pm
Quote from: Rod
rip us for taking a player made out of glass from you guys
You guys got Greenwood & Wells from us. Both duds + both walked away for money.
I really laugh this season when people celebrate beating North. Like. hello.. nearly 3/4 of our team are new and inexperienced vs. experienced teams such as Geelong. Realistically Geelong should not be celebrating over a 1 point victory, they were pretty much at full strength and we just dropped off late in the 4th qtr due to inexperience + burnout.
Our loss against GWS though was deserved - barely any effort past half time. That will get better with more game time for the young guys. Though I have had to walk out of the room a few times to calm myself down - they are so frustrating to watch even when our team was experienced lol
I must say though I didn't expect the Pies to win at the SCG... that screwed up my tips and put my margin further out lol
Post by: Joseph41 on April 14, 2017, 05:52:28 pm
For Aaron's sake and Brenden's sake and insanipi's sake, get up, North!
Post by: Aaron on April 14, 2017, 06:19:27 pm
Really enjoying this game.
For Aaron's sake and Brenden's sake and insanipi's sake, get up, North!
Frustrating match more like it
Post by: sweetiepi on April 14, 2017, 06:39:16 pm
Really enjoying this game.I wouldn't say it is intense, but can say it is an intriguing game ahaha
For Aaron's sake and Brenden's sake and insanipi's sake, get up, North!
Post by: Rod on April 14, 2017, 06:57:09 pm
0-4 North Melbourne, 0-4 Sydney, and hopefully 0-4 Hawthorn. Beautiful.
Post by: Joseph41 on April 14, 2017, 07:17:46 pm
Post by: Aaron on April 14, 2017, 07:25:00 pm
I feel for North. That deliberate call was beyond absurd.
Agree. But then I ask myself again and again why we keep doing this. We should have won that game, but didn't due to not taking our opportunities. We were what 29 or so points up in the third quarter and just let them do their thing. That deliberate was absolute rubbish but it was one of many that were terrible calls (on both sides).
We just can't capitalise on our opportunities - and this again, is due to inexperience. When you wipe out 4+ experienced players and replace them with fresh faces that have barely had game time, it is expected that the performance will drop. But it seems some people don't understand that.
I'd rather lose by 40+ points than that. 2nd time now where it's come down to the wire.. this is more painful. I'm glad we can keep up though for most, proving people wrong who said we'd get absolutely smashed in majority of our matches. One positive is that the stadium was nearly full, so the RCH will be getting some much needed additional $$, which is great.
Post by: Russ on April 15, 2017, 09:57:23 am
Post by: Joseph41 on April 15, 2017, 09:58:53 am
No Gawn, no Lewis, no Hogan.
Post by: Joseph41 on April 15, 2017, 04:24:57 pm
I well and fucking truly hate this fucking game.
Post by: Aaron on April 15, 2017, 04:29:12 pm
Still sitting at the 'G.
I well and fucking truly hate this fucking game.
Close match. Condolences.
Post by: Joseph41 on April 15, 2017, 04:39:16 pm
Security just kicked me out lol. The only other time that has happened was Round 2 last year.
Ho hum. Ho hum. So very Melbourne.
Post by: Rod on April 15, 2017, 05:45:23 pm
Still sitting at the 'G.Bad luck man, I wanted the Dees to win can't stand Freo. The Dees are looking good though, can't judge any team yet with just four games played. I'm sure they'll have a good season.
I well and fucking truly hate this fucking game.
Post by: vox nihili on April 16, 2017, 12:08:10 am
Still sitting at the 'G.
I well and fucking truly hate this fucking game.
Went to this game today. Really disappointing for the Dees. Should've steamrolled the Dockers, but you were just really sloppy when it counted. Hugely frustrating -_- was barracking hard for the Dees if only not to have to hear that fucking awful club song the Dockers have
Post by: Rod on April 16, 2017, 11:15:15 pm
Post by: Rod on April 17, 2017, 06:09:27 pm
Post by: Aaron on April 17, 2017, 06:33:17 pm
Gee, Hawthorn.
*phew*. Saved for another week LOL
Post by: Joseph41 on April 17, 2017, 06:43:54 pm
Post by: Rod on April 17, 2017, 06:44:27 pm
*phew*. Saved for another week LOLI reckon 0-5 next week as well. Kind of feeling bad for them haha, the end of an era.
Who is going to be the next dominating team?
Who is going to be the next team we hate as much as Hawthorn?
What do you guys all reckon?
For me I reckon GWS and GWS respectively haha.
Post by: Aaron on April 17, 2017, 06:49:57 pm
I like Port Adelaide's game this year so far... they may get into the 8 if they keep on track. I'll probably go with GWS as well tbh, I can't see another team getting on top of them... but it's only round 4 and things can happen still (exhibit A, NM last year lol).
What i've learnt so far:
* Never get cocky even when you're on a winning streak, all it takes is one or two injuries to your key players and you're toast.
* It is bloody difficult to tip this year.
Post by: Aaron on April 18, 2017, 05:11:30 pm
2 people got done by the MRP today for hits on Hodge (1 & 2 weeks). Mmm.. interesting.
Post by: Aaron on April 21, 2017, 10:21:41 pm
Post by: Joseph41 on April 21, 2017, 10:26:35 pm
Oh dear... @ Carlton
Watching that reminded me of Melbourne 2012-13.
Post by: Aaron on April 21, 2017, 10:28:44 pm
Watching that reminded me of Melbourne 2012-13.
They didn't score ONCE during the third. 90 pts is a big belting.
I feel sorry for them.
Edit: LOL my margin for this week is going to be massive. I predicted a win by only 25. Why did I do that :-[
pls NM win against Fremantle tomorrow night.... if they lose I will lose all hope
Post by: Aaron on April 22, 2017, 10:47:31 pm
Post by: Rod on April 23, 2017, 12:03:52 am
*SIGH*Feeling pretty bad for you, that would have been tough. Lead literally the whole game and gave away two cheap goals in the last 90 seconds. Darn.
Well this is literally the opposite of last season. First half was excellent second half was poor. Hoping for your sake it turns out the opposite this season, poor first half and strong second half :). Losing all those experienced players certainly didn't help, hmm Brad Scott :(
Post by: Aaron on April 23, 2017, 12:08:44 am
Feeling pretty bad for you, that would have been tough. Lead literally the whole game and gave away two cheap goals in the last 90 seconds. Darn.
Well this is literally the opposite of last season. First half was excellent second half was poor. Hoping for your sake it turns out the opposite this season, poor first half and strong second half :). Losing all those experienced players certainly didn't help, hmm Brad Scott :(
You have no idea how frustrating it is to watch the matches every week. To give us hope every week and get in front, then just drop off and let opposition walk all over us. It's cruel how we're losing by less than a kick nearly every week. The potential is there but running out of legs after half time.
If we lost by say 3+ goals, i'd say yeah okay fair enough but to lose by less than a goal......... THREE TIMES THIS SEASON. It's so shit.
I know I should be somewhat happy, given that a lot of people wrote us off and said we'd get smashed every match, given the player turnover.. that aspect we're proving people wrong, but we have nothing to show for it.. it's still 0-5 whatever way you look at it. Sad.
IMO I think it was the right call to move them on.. regardless of our interesting start to 2017.
Post by: Rod on April 23, 2017, 05:19:57 pm
It's been three times so I hope they can learn from potentially three mistakes and never lose a close one again. IMO top 4 teams will win 75-80% of all close games. They have won none so far and if they are going to be a team to beat this season they will prove it by not losing a single close game again for the rest of the season. Three failures on the trot should convert into perfection.
Post by: Joseph41 on April 25, 2017, 09:32:58 am
Post by: Rod on April 25, 2017, 12:57:09 pm
Post by: Joseph41 on April 25, 2017, 12:59:38 pm
If we lose today 100% Bucks will be sacked mid-season I reckon.
What are your thoughts on Buckley? I actually quite him like as a coach (from an outsider's perspective, obviously).
Post by: Rod on April 25, 2017, 01:23:09 pm
What are your thoughts on Buckley? I actually quite him like as a coach (from an outsider's perspective, obviously).He was given a side that had been in two consecutive grand finals (three if you count the draw) and had won one premiership prior to his season. And all we've seen is our side going down. It felt as if Malthouse (our previous coach who was there for ten years) had spent ten whole years building a house from scratch. And in 2011 he finally got there, built that perfect, unbreakable house, that was ready for any challenge. He handed it over to Buckley and the last six years he has destroyed this house bit by bit. We have gone so downhill because of him.
Most new coaches are given teams that are going through a rebuild and have to start from scratch. We gave him such a good team but he has done nothing but fail. Chris Scott similarly was given a really good side to start with (transition from Thompson - Scott) and he won a premiership in his first season. And since then they have never really looked bad, have made finals every season but one.
Just from all that you can see that Buckley just isn't good. Not only are his game plans so weak but I feel as if he has really ruined the culture of the club. I feel as if the players play for someone they dislike. And if a group of individuals are led by someone they dislike that group can never prosper.
Post by: Joseph41 on April 25, 2017, 01:30:26 pm
He was given a side that had been in two consecutive grand finals (three if you count the draw) and had won one premiership prior to his season. And all we've seen is our side going down. It felt as if Malthouse (our previous coach who was there for ten years) had spent ten whole years building a house from scratch. And in 2011 he finally got there, built that perfect, unbreakable house, that was ready for any challenge. He handed it over to Buckley and the last six years he has destroyed this house bit by bit. We have gone so downhill because of him.
Most new coaches are given teams that are going through a rebuild and have to start from scratch. We gave him such a good team but he has done nothing but fail. Chris Scott similarly was given a really good side to start with (transition from Thompson - Scott) and he won a premiership in his first season. And since then they have never really looked bad, have made finals every season but one.
Just from all that you can see that Buckley just isn't good. Not only are his game plans so weak but I feel as if he has really ruined the culture of the club. I feel as if the players play for someone they dislike. And if a group of individuals are led by someone they dislike that group can never prosper.
Good post.
It's interesting, though. After 2010, a lot of people expected Collingwood to be challenging for the next 5+ years, what with the (young) age demographic of its premiership list. But I'm not sure I disagree with too many of Buckley's list management decisions (prior to this year, at least - Mayne and Wells seem strange acquisitions).
Perhaps it is a culture thing.
Post by: Aaron on April 25, 2017, 01:38:19 pm
Quote from: Joseph41
Mayne and Wells seem strange acquisitions
Better them than us. Oh, and how about Marley Williams? Pretty nice addition for basically nothing from the Pies :P
Post by: Joseph41 on April 25, 2017, 01:42:27 pm
Better them than us. Oh, and how about Marley Williams? Pretty nice addition for basically nothing from the Pies :P
I was really surprised with the Williams trade at the time. North definitely got him for way under his value IMO. I rate him.
Post by: Aaron on April 25, 2017, 01:50:57 pm
Quote from: Joseph41
I was really surprised with the Williams trade at the time. North definitely got him for way under his value IMO. I rate him.I didn't rate him at first - my initial reaction was "great another bogan".. but he has turned out to be quite a good defender so far. Will turn out to be a good permanent replacement for Firrito.
Post by: Rod on April 25, 2017, 02:47:41 pm
Again, I reckon culture problems at the club. A player can only play well if he is in a good niche.
Post by: Joseph41 on April 25, 2017, 02:52:58 pm
Will turn out to be a good permanent replacement for Firrito.
Different type of player, I reckon.
Post by: vox nihili on April 25, 2017, 04:58:51 pm
Obligatory "I hate football" post for the week.
Just sliding in here to gloat.
Up the Tigs
Post by: Joseph41 on April 25, 2017, 05:02:50 pm
Just sliding in here to gloat.
Up the Tigs
Enjoy your ban.
Post by: Aaron on April 25, 2017, 05:03:55 pm
P.S - This game is pretty good I gotta say
Post by: vox nihili on April 25, 2017, 05:12:40 pm
Enjoy your ban.
You ruin AN Victoria if you ban everyone who barracks for a club that beat the Dees mate ;)
Wonder if you will still have that confidence next week Trav ;) ?
P.S - This game is pretty good I gotta say
I plead the 5th ::)
Awesome game though. Really disappointed I couldn't go to it last night
Post by: Aaron on April 27, 2017, 08:29:11 pm
Post by: brenden on April 28, 2017, 06:08:48 pm
So glad they dropped Thomas & Swallow. Their performances were shocking not just last week but for pretty much all season so far.Yeah, good call on both accounts.
Post by: Aaron on April 28, 2017, 06:56:15 pm
Yeah, good call on both accounts.
Although I am unsure replacing with Jed Anderson is a good call. Guess we'll find out tomorrow night.
Post by: Aaron on April 29, 2017, 04:58:39 pm
Post by: howey on April 30, 2017, 11:58:05 am
And what has happened to the Swans??!! Did not see that loss coming at all!
Post by: Joseph41 on April 30, 2017, 12:34:10 pm
Congrats must go to North for their win last night... although gee, they still don't look that convincing in close games :)
And what has happened to the Swans??!! Did not see that loss coming at all!
How good was Ablett, though?!
Post by: Aaron on April 30, 2017, 03:08:05 pm
How good was Ablett, though?!
I concede he was great. Although I did not understand why he was being boo'd, it is common in sports.. hence I do not understand the hype regarding it either. Such a shame that we cannot compare him to his teammates.... it was essentially a him vs north scenario, rather than team v team.
In terms of the game itself - It was great to see a win but I have to agree with howey as well.. it was not convincing and even Brad Scott in the post match said it wasn't the best performance.... so still more to be done. Nonetheless we've gone up a few spots on the ladder and left Sydney down there. We will get better with time and practice :)
My eyes lit up after Marley Williams got Ablett for holding the ball right outside our goal. That was great ::)
Post by: howey on April 30, 2017, 03:28:19 pm
On the topic of him being booed - I can't understand it either, Aaron. It really is strange because usually there is some reason (however feeble) for the booing, such as a dirty act earlier in the game (or an earlier game), leaving a club or a controversial comment. With Ablett, though, there is none of that, so I can't quite wrap my head around it.
Post by: Joseph41 on April 30, 2017, 04:15:56 pm
Ablett was freakish, one of the better individual performances I've ever seen. Really needed some help though.
On the topic of him being booed - I can't understand it either, Aaron. It really is strange because usually there is some reason (however feeble) for the booing, such as a dirty act earlier in the game (or an earlier game), leaving a club or a controversial comment. With Ablett, though, there is none of that, so I can't quite wrap my head around it.
Tall poppy syndrome.
Post by: howey on May 01, 2017, 12:08:00 pm
Tall poppy syndrome.
Yeah, probably.
Post by: howey on May 05, 2017, 11:09:39 am
Post by: Joseph41 on May 05, 2017, 02:34:01 pm
Thoughts on this weekends games? Personally, the only upset I'm leaning towards is Essendon over Freo, although I wouldn't be shocked if Brisbane knocked off Sydney, to be honest.
St. Kilda v. GWS Giants 8)
North Melbourne v. Adelaide
Collingwood v. Carlton
Port Adelaide v. West Coast
Gold Coast v. Geelong (Gold Coast tempting IMO)
Western Bulldogs v. Richmond
Sydney v. Brisbane
Melbourne v. Hawthorn
Fremantle v. Essendon
Post by: Aaron on May 05, 2017, 02:39:59 pm
North (very slim margin - Blundstone Arena + Hobart conditions very different to what Adelaide usually plays in, go back to the match against the Dees for a perfect example. Ade have only played at Blundstone once.)
Collingwood
Port
Geelong
Richmond
Brisbane
Melbourne
Fremantle
Post by: Joseph41 on May 05, 2017, 02:59:08 pm
go back to the match against the Dees for a perfect example
We don't talk about that match.
Post by: Aaron on May 05, 2017, 03:33:48 pm
We don't talk about that match.
Hehe, I picked that match on purpose. Could've used the West Coast one where the conditions were terrible.. :P
Post by: Aaron on May 05, 2017, 10:27:11 pm
Can I call this a choke? It feels right to.. given people scrutinize North for dropping off after leads (and call it choking). ::) let me have a bit of fun
Post by: Rod on May 05, 2017, 11:13:46 pm
Post by: Aaron on May 05, 2017, 11:39:17 pm
I watch a lot of footy but tomorrow I'm going to my first collingwood match since 2012 ANZAC day. Really hope we beat the scum!
I really hope you aren't serious. *checks to see if you're still a collingwood supporter* ;D ;D
Post by: Joseph41 on May 06, 2017, 07:59:34 am
And that's exciting, Rod! ;D I hope you love it!
Post by: vox nihili on May 06, 2017, 10:09:37 am
I'm pretty happy with that St. Kilda tip. I really rate them.
And that's exciting, Rod! ;D I hope you love it!
That was such a good match last night. Should've been studying, no regrets
Post by: Aaron on May 06, 2017, 04:28:03 pm
Post by: Joseph41 on May 06, 2017, 04:34:20 pm
BOOM.
I've only just seen the scores. Congrats, Aaron - great win! ;D
What was your read on the match?
Post by: Aaron on May 06, 2017, 04:36:49 pm
I've only just seen the scores. Congrats, Aaron - great win! ;D
What was your read on the match?
I loved the 64 points to nothing at quarter time. That was absolute gold. I'm so happy that we stuck through to the end, rather than giving up like we usually do. It seems the message is starting to get through now. It was so important to get that massive lead, that created momentum.
I thought Adelaide didn't play their best either, which clearly helped. I did say in my predictions that Blundstone is a very different ground and the conditions make it very difficult if you haven't played there often (which Adelaide haven't, only played once and we beat them by 7 points when they did last).
Post by: Joseph41 on May 06, 2017, 04:38:54 pm
Post by: Aaron on May 06, 2017, 04:40:07 pm
^Did the 64-0 break records? If not, it was surely close!
Who knows. It was great, regardless! 8) A little bit of payback for the Elimination Final last year!
What i'm more happy about is the fact that everyone thought this game would be an easy Adelaide win. Proof that nothing is set in stone :) Hopefully this is the start.
Post by: Joseph41 on May 06, 2017, 04:41:33 pm
Post by: Aaron on May 06, 2017, 04:44:14 pm
^Set in Blundstone, amirite?
I didn't think of that. good call
Edit:
In response to your q asking whether it was a record:
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It was the Kangaroos’ second biggest quarter-time lead ever. It was also the third highest score against a scoreless opponent at quarter-time ever with matches in 1925 and 1934 — Geelong 11.4 (70) v South Melbourne, and South Melbourne 10.8 (68) v North Melbourne — the only higher scores.
Post by: howey on May 07, 2017, 12:38:32 pm
I can't believe you backed in North, Aaron - congrats on a great win!! :)
I went in to the Doggies game last night (as a passionate Dogs supporter, for those who don't know) and it was a pretty ripping game. We were probably lucky to get the win in the end, although it felt like we were coming all night. Geez, Richmond marked the ball well all game!
Here's hoping I can double my current tipping tally today ;)
Post by: Aaron on May 07, 2017, 03:17:22 pm
Quote from: howey
I can't believe you backed in North, Aaron - congrats on a great win!! :)Gotta support my team, always. I tip them every week regardless of the opposition because I probably couldn't live with myself if I tipped against them and they ended up winning.
Post by: howey on May 07, 2017, 03:52:01 pm
Gotta support my team, always. I tip them every week regardless of the opposition because I probably couldn't live with myself if I tipped against them and they ended up winning.
Yeah, good point. Although sometimes I don't mind tipping against the Dogs because then, if they do lose, I get the very small consolation of knowing that I at least get the tip right. Disloyal, I know :)
Post by: Joseph41 on May 07, 2017, 04:09:26 pm
Gotta support my team, always. I tip them every week regardless of the opposition because I probably couldn't live with myself if I tipped against them and they ended up winning.
I'm the exact opposite with Melbourne hahaha. Tips against every single week.
Post by: Aaron on May 07, 2017, 04:38:45 pm
I'm the exact opposite with Melbourne hahaha. Tips against every single week.
SMH. I reckon they'll get back up against the Hawks. Only half time :)
They are winning most of the stats that matter at the moment
Post by: brenden on May 08, 2017, 11:36:54 am
Well, so far, I have tipped one winner out of six. I am nearly ready to give up on tipping at this rate. Thank God the Dogs got up.The last time Adelaide played us in Tasmania it was a similar statistical story (ignoring the belting) - beaten at the contest, not as well coached/familiar with the ground as NM.
I can't believe you backed in North, Aaron - congrats on a great win!! :)
I went in to the Doggies game last night (as a passionate Dogs supporter, for those who don't know) and it was a pretty ripping game. We were probably lucky to get the win in the end, although it felt like we were coming all night. Geez, Richmond marked the ball well all game!
Here's hoping I can double my current tipping tally today ;)
(Fun fact it was Kayne Turner's second game and he knocked big guy out with a legal tackle and the injury time helped us stop Adelaide momentum - my favourite fact of all time). I later learned that Adelaide have won like, 1 out of their last 6 Tasmanian games. If I did tipping I would have tipped Adelaide but definitely wasn't gobsmacked when we kicked the first 3-4 goals.
(Was definitely gobsmacked when we kicked the first 10 lol).
It's very interesting for North though because we've got a string of winnable games running into the bye. It's not inconceivable we get on a good run and give ourselves an opportunity to qualify for finals.
Post by: Aaron on May 08, 2017, 04:55:59 pm
Quote from: brenden
It's very interesting for North though because we've got a string of winnable games running into the bye. It's not inconceivable we get on a good run and give ourselves an opportunity to qualify for finals.
Agreed. Hopefully they keep going forward and not give in towards the end like they have the first 5 or so rounds. The match on Sat was amazing.
P.S - Waite banned for a week. Kidding right? This one will go to tribunal. That whack from Charlie Cameron on K Turner was a deliberate blow to the guts (with no ball mind you) and only gets a fine. Haha
Post by: Rod on May 08, 2017, 07:42:12 pm
Can't believe it's such a big struggle supporting such a big club like collingwood. In the EPL the big clubs are manchester city, chelsea, arsenal etc. and it's okay supporting them because every year there is something to look out for. But for collingwood it's so hard. Ah well another 20 years until a premiership I reckon.
We have wasted a once in a generation player in Pendlebury. He is an absolute legend, and tbh didn't reach his big potential because of Buckley. Was 22 when we won the premiership in 2010, now he's nearly 29 I think such a waste of talent. A player like him deserves at least 3 premierships.
Post by: Aaron on May 13, 2017, 10:01:56 pm
*smirking at Adelaide losing again*
Post by: brenden on May 13, 2017, 10:28:44 pm
Get around North tomorrow!
Post by: Aaron on May 13, 2017, 10:32:20 pm
Quote from: brenden
Get around North tomorrow!;) Count on it. I have been really pissed off lately that they havent decided to Free-to-air our games. I figured out a way to stream from the app on my phone to my PC screen so it kinda is a good alternative, I guess.... I think they removed the saturday arvo FTA as well.
Looking forward to the match tomorrow though. It'll be a good battle.
Post by: brenden on May 13, 2017, 10:34:45 pm
;) Count on it. I have been really pissed off lately that they havent decided to Free-to-air our games. I figured out a way to stream from the app on my phone to my PC screen so it kinda is a good alternative, I guess.... I think they removed the saturday arvo FTA as well.Care to share that streaming method?
Looking forward to the match tomorrow though. It'll be a good battle.
Post by: Aaron on May 13, 2017, 10:36:14 pm
Care to share that streaming method?
Android device (with the ADB drivers installed, I think Vysor goes through that process anyway) + Vysor.
I tried Foxtel Play for the 2 week trial and I just can't justify paying $35+ a month for Fox Footy.
Post by: howey on May 14, 2017, 10:19:41 am
What has happened to Adelaide?! Did not see it coming, I have to admit.
And Geelong has been bloody terrible the last three weeks.
Post by: brenden on May 14, 2017, 11:12:51 am
Joseph41, I imagine you'd be pretty happy right now?Tag Sloane, spare defender.
What has happened to Adelaide?! Did not see it coming, I have to admit.
And Geelong has been bloody terrible the last three weeks.
North Melbourne says you're welcome ;)
Post by: Joseph41 on May 14, 2017, 11:14:06 am
Tag Sloane, spare defender.
North Melbourne says you're welcome ;)
I think it's the Cam Pedersen factor.
Post by: brenden on May 14, 2017, 11:24:40 am
I think it's the Cam Pedersen factor.All Australian ruckman.
Post by: howey on May 14, 2017, 11:32:42 am
All Australian ruckman.
Probably has the edge over Josh Dunkley now that Dunkley's injured ;)
Post by: Joseph41 on May 14, 2017, 11:43:16 am
Post by: howey on May 14, 2017, 12:27:02 pm
Max Gawn will still be AA, with Jake Spencer and Cam Pedersen on the pine. 8)
Ah, the delusions of Dees supporters :) I would argue, but the Dogs don't currently have a ruckman. Lin Jong?
Post by: Joseph41 on May 14, 2017, 12:33:09 pm
Ah, the delusions of Dees supporters :) I would argue, but the Dogs don't currently have a ruckman. Lin Jong?
Mate, I think you would agree I am the *least* delusional Melbourne supporter of all time hahaha.
Ten years of pure awfulness makes you a trifle cynical.
Post by: brenden on May 14, 2017, 01:39:55 pm
Post by: howey on May 14, 2017, 01:46:23 pm
Post by: Aaron on May 14, 2017, 02:55:47 pm
Quote from: brenden
Tbh I reckon Braydon Preuss is a solid bolter for AA...Wouldn't that be a story. First year ruckman gets AA. Brilliant stuff.
Post by: Aaron on May 14, 2017, 04:19:48 pm
https://www.facebook.com/TheAFLupdate/videos/1338486956264380/
Post by: Aaron on May 21, 2017, 02:46:03 pm
Post by: Joseph41 on May 21, 2017, 02:49:23 pm
GL Nick 8) Are you going to the game?
The same to you! :) Here's hoping to no injuries either way.
I definitely would be if I didn't have work. :-\ How about you?
Post by: Aaron on May 21, 2017, 02:50:52 pm
The same to you! :) Here's hoping to no injuries either way.
I definitely would be if I didn't have work. :-\ How about you?
Nah. I am too vocal to be physically at games. I'd get removed from the ground. Try and be a NM supporter and you'll understand why :P
At least I can shout, scream and rant at inconsistent football from the comfort of my own home. It's on Free to air.
Post by: Joseph41 on May 21, 2017, 02:52:16 pm
Nah. I am too vocal to be physically at games. I'd get removed from the ground. Try and be a NM supporter and you'll understand why :P
At least I can shout, scream and rant at inconsistent football from the comfort of my own home. It's on Free to air.
Solution: support Melbourne. Losing just becomes part of the game day experience. It's a lifestyle, really.
Post by: Aaron on May 21, 2017, 02:53:27 pm
Solution: support Melbourne. Losing just becomes part of the game day experience. It's a lifestyle, really.
It'll be interesting. We have both beaten Adelaide by fairly significant margins. I think this game will be close.
We have a few guys back this week, which will make it even more exciting.
Post by: howey on May 21, 2017, 03:24:42 pm
Post by: Aaron on May 21, 2017, 04:46:39 pm
Post by: Joseph41 on May 21, 2017, 06:22:14 pm
Post by: Rod on May 21, 2017, 07:47:22 pm
Loving this season tbh. Similar to last year, there are so many darn contenders for the premiership. So hard to tip as well. This is footy at it's best, and I'm enjoying it despite Colliwobbles.
Post by: Aaron on May 21, 2017, 08:06:10 pm
Congrats, North friends. :)
Thanks Nick :) I reckon both our teams are in a bit of trouble come Monday (MRP). Whether this be fines or suspensions.
You guys fought hard and definitely made us earn it.
Quote from: Rod
Loving this season tbh. Similar to last year, there are so many darn contenders for the premiership. So hard to tip as well. This is footy at it's best, and I'm enjoying it despite Colliwobbles.Makes me nervous every week. I'm on 46 tips this season so far.
Post by: Joseph41 on May 21, 2017, 08:19:22 pm
Thanks Nick :) I reckon both our teams are in a bit of trouble come Monday (MRP). Whether this be fines or suspensions.
You guys fought hard and definitely made us earn it.
I look forward to paying you back in 2046.
Post by: Aaron on May 21, 2017, 08:24:15 pm
I look forward to paying you back in 2046.
You'll have another chance down in Hobart later in the year (hooodooooo)
Post by: Aaron on May 28, 2017, 06:18:53 pm
Good fight back but I shouldn't have to watch every game and nearly have a heart attack
Post by: Aaron on June 02, 2017, 10:25:34 pm
Gold Coast v WCE (Metricon)
GWS v Essendon (Spotless)
Richmond v North (Etihad)
Fremantle v Collingwood (Domain)
Hoping for 5/6. Got 1 so far (Port)
Post by: Joseph41 on June 03, 2017, 02:15:34 pm
Tips for this week (minus Geel v Ade & Port v Haw that's already played out):
Gold Coast v WCE (Metricon)
GWS v Essendon (Spotless)
Richmond v North (Etihad)
Fremantle v Collingwood (Domain)
Hoping for 5/6. Got 1 so far (Port)
I reckon that Gold Coast tip is pretty savvy. I think I would have done the same. Absolutely no clue who I would have tipped out of Geelong and Adelaide haha.
Are you confident for the North game?
Post by: Aaron on June 03, 2017, 02:18:23 pm
I reckon that Gold Coast tip is pretty savvy. I think I would have done the same. Absolutely no clue who I would have tipped out of Geelong and Adelaide haha.
Are you confident for the North game?
WC being bad outside of Perth really tilted it for me. GC have had a week off after the China game (so technically they've had their bye already when other teams haven't), so they would be well rested. Ablett is back in for them too. 17-21 (WC) at the moment, so we'll see how that turns out.
Am I confident about North? Ha.... That's funny. The fact we've won 4 out of the last 5 gives me hope that this means we've finally found our rhythm. I mean, 2 games out from top 8. Richmond is a good scalp.
Post by: Joseph41 on June 03, 2017, 02:24:22 pm
Am I confident about North? Ha.... That's funny. The fact we've won 4 out of the last 5 gives me hope that this means we've finally found our rhythm. I mean, 2 games out from top 8. Richmond is a good scalp.
What's funny about it? Haha.
I reckon Etihad helps.
Post by: Aaron on June 03, 2017, 02:31:00 pm
What's funny about it? Haha.
I reckon Etihad helps.
They are the most inconsistent team out. I am never confident anymore. 2016: 10-0, then just carked it. I mean, how can you give that much hope to supporters then just choke like that. If a lesson has been learnt here, it's that no team at the top of the ladder is safe. We only got into the finals based on % (due to a certain team not being able to beat carlton and geelong... in 22 + 23)
This year: lost 3 games by under a goal and NEARLY gave up a 45 point lead to carlton of all teams..
I really hope they do win. But I think my mindset is justified :P
Post by: Joseph41 on June 03, 2017, 02:33:52 pm
We only got into the finals based on % (due to a certain team not being able to beat carlton and geelong... in 22 + 23)
I regret asking. :(
Post by: Aaron on June 03, 2017, 02:42:33 pm
I regret asking. :(
Then ended up getting belted anyway. So.. it was a temporary glimmer of hope.
It will be a good match tonight. Only match on.
I was tempted to tip Essendon over GWS this round... but I stuck with GWS.
Post by: Joseph41 on June 03, 2017, 03:05:09 pm
1. Greater Western Sydney
2. Adelaide
3. Western Bulldogs
4. Geelong
5. Port Adelaide
6. West Coast
7. Richmond
8. Fremantle
9. St. Kilda
10. Essendon
11. North Melbourne
12. Collingwood
13. Sydney
14. Melbourne
15. Gold Coast
16. Hawthorn
17. Carlton
18. Brisbane
Post by: Aaron on June 03, 2017, 03:15:44 pm
It is too even to predict accurately. I mean.. North could come into the 8 with a string of wins. Sydney I reckon will get in there.... Who knows.
Post by: MB_ on June 03, 2017, 04:05:34 pm
Just did a ladder predictor. Finished with:
1. Greater Western Sydney
2. Adelaide
3. Western Bulldogs
4. Geelong
5. Port Adelaide
6. West Coast
7. Richmond
8. Fremantle
9. St. Kilda
10. Essendon
11. North Melbourne
12. Collingwood
13. Sydney
14. Melbourne
15. Gold Coast
16. Hawthorn
17. Carlton
18. Brisbane
You don't seem to be giving the Dees much of a chance from here even though we'll hopefully have both Gawn and Hogan back for the Doggies game. We've been in with a chance every game this year and we'll be a stronger side with Gawn and Hogan back, however, we'll probably end up losing a few very winnable games and just miss out on the eight.
Post by: Joseph41 on June 03, 2017, 04:09:37 pm
You don't seem to be giving the Dees much of a chance from here even though we'll hopefully have both Gawn and Hogan back for the Doggies game. We've been in with a chance every game this year and we'll be a stronger side with Gawn and Hogan back, however, we'll probably end up losing a few very winnable games and just miss out on the eight.
Natural MFCSS (Melbourne Football Club Supporter Syndrome) haha. :(
EDIT: To clarify, referring to myself. :)
Post by: Aaron on June 03, 2017, 04:18:04 pm
Post by: brenden on June 03, 2017, 04:22:31 pm
Huge game tonight for North/Tigers. I think they're deserving favourites but I'd definitely be nervous as a Richmond fan about this game.
Post by: vox nihili on June 03, 2017, 04:27:28 pm
Massive win from the GCFC.
Huge game tonight for North/Tigers. I think they're deserving favourites but I'd definitely be nervous as a Richmond fan about this game.
We could be playing the Upper Gumbuckta West reserves side and I'd still be a nervous Richmond fan...
Post by: Joseph41 on June 03, 2017, 04:28:25 pm
Post by: Aaron on June 03, 2017, 04:29:56 pm
E V E N
Post by: Joseph41 on June 03, 2017, 04:31:40 pm
What is a 'good side'? Someone like the Crows who got belted by North Melb (16th I think at the time?) + then Melb?
E V E N
A team that doesn't have a history of cruelling disappointing supporters, such as Richmond, North and Melbourne lol.
Post by: Aaron on June 03, 2017, 04:39:41 pm
A team that doesn't have a history of cruelling disappointing supporters, such as Richmond, North and Melbourne lol.
Can't argue with that.
By the way - where'd you do your ladder predictor? I am curious as to how some of the results were generated.
Post by: brenden on June 03, 2017, 05:04:31 pm
Can't argue with that.It's a tool offered on afl.com.au :)
By the way - where'd you do your ladder predictor? I am curious as to how some of the results were generated.
Post by: Aaron on June 03, 2017, 05:07:29 pm
It's a tool offered on afl.com.au :)
Shit, so it is. Forgot about that. Cheers
Post by: brenden on June 03, 2017, 07:24:50 pm
Post by: Joseph41 on June 03, 2017, 07:40:24 pm
Post by: brenden on June 03, 2017, 07:55:40 pm
Higgins was a very good acquisition for North.Yeah 100%. I think we've done very well. NDS, Higgins, Waite - even Hrovat. Soon to come - Kelly, Martin, and Fyfe ;)
Post by: Aaron on June 03, 2017, 07:57:20 pm
Quote from: brenden
Soon to come - Kelly, Martin, and Fyfe ;)
Think only one with a real chance is Kelly. Fyfe won't leave freo.
P.S - First quarter.. wobbly. Not too bad, but not the best.
Post by: Joseph41 on June 03, 2017, 08:09:45 pm
Yeah 100%. I think we've done very well. NDS, Higgins, Waite - even Hrovat. Soon to come - Kelly, Martin, and Fyfe ;)
I admire your persistence.
Post by: Aaron on June 03, 2017, 10:10:51 pm
Post by: vox nihili on June 03, 2017, 10:13:25 pm
Does anybody on ATAR Notes support a good side? Hahaha.
yes 😏😏😏😏😏😏😏
Post by: Joseph41 on June 04, 2017, 07:43:56 am
yes 😏😏😏😏😏😏😏
Who might that be? :)
;)
Post by: howey on June 04, 2017, 10:08:26 am
Just did a ladder predictor. Finished with:
1. Greater Western Sydney
2. Adelaide
3. Western Bulldogs
4. Geelong
5. Port Adelaide
6. West Coast
7. Richmond
8. Fremantle
9. St. Kilda
10. Essendon
11. North Melbourne
12. Collingwood
13. Sydney
14. Melbourne
15. Gold Coast
16. Hawthorn
17. Carlton
18. Brisbane
Well I'd be estatic with that, as a Doggies fan.
Post by: Joseph41 on June 04, 2017, 10:10:10 am
Well I'd be estatic with that, as a Doggies fan.
I had you in mind, howey - didn't want to upset you. :)
Post by: howey on June 05, 2017, 05:35:29 pm
I had you in mind, howey - didn't want to upset you. :)
Good to hear. General question - who would you rather have at your side - Martin, Kelly or Fyfe?
Post by: Joseph41 on June 05, 2017, 05:38:51 pm
Good to hear. General question - who would you rather have at your side - Martin, Kelly or Fyfe?
Clarification: do I only get them for this season, or for the remainder of their respective careers? And do I have to take into account what Melbourne would have to give up to get them?
Post by: howey on June 05, 2017, 05:43:41 pm
Clarification: do I only get them for this season, or for the remainder of their respective careers? And do I have to take into account what Melbourne would have to give up to get them?
Let's say for the rest of their careers. And no, don't worry about what you'd have to give up.
Post by: Aaron on June 05, 2017, 05:46:51 pm
Kelly 100% if it's a long term deal. Young and already playing that good. Fyfe has flopped imo, not as good as he was a few years ago. Martin is good short term but getting old.
Post by: howey on June 05, 2017, 05:49:17 pm
I'll answer this anyway even though you directed it to Nick:
Kelly 100% if it's a long term deal. Young and already playing that good. Fyfe has flopped imo, not as good as he was a few years ago. Martin is good short term but getting old.
Yeah, I completely agree with you there - have to be Kelly given he's so young. What about if it was only for one year - would your answer change?
Post by: Aaron on June 05, 2017, 05:52:52 pm
Yeah, I completely agree with you there - have to be Kelly given he's so young. What about if it was only for one year - would your answer change?
Still go with Kelly. Fyfe not worth $1.5m asking price (nor is he even worth $1m). I don't think any player is worth $1m a season, regardless of how good they are.
I mean.. I heard in the media Essendon were floating around $1.6 for Dusty. That is absolutely insane if it's true.
Post by: Joseph41 on June 05, 2017, 05:57:27 pm
Martin is probably a good age profile for us. 25, pretty experienced, explosive player. Would be amazing for memberships. I could definitely get around a Martin/Petracca combination, switching between the centre square and full forward.
Kelly is clearly the best option long(er) term IMO. Huge potential, already playing at a stupidly high level. Brownlow material - also would bring the class that Melbourne lacks at the moment IMO.
Fyfe. Obviously an uninformed opinion but I'm not convinced he's over his injury concerns. It's funny how time works - Fyfe would clearly have been the #1 player picked in the competition not too long ago.
In true Melbourne fashion, we (effectively) passed on all three lol. I can't split Martin and Kelly for the Dees specifically. Maybe Martin.
Post by: Joseph41 on June 05, 2017, 06:11:06 pm
HB || Jayden Hunt - Tom McDonald - Michael Hibberd
C || Christian Salem - Clayton Oliver - Jordan Lewis
HF || Christian Petracca - Jesse Hogan - Jack Watts
F || Jeff Garlett - Cam Pedersen - Mitch Hannan
R || Max Gawn - Jack Viney - Nathan Jones
I/C || Dom Tyson - Bernie Vince - Billy Stretch - Aaron vandenBerg
Close: Jack Trengove, Angus Brayshaw, Dean Kent, Jake Melksham, Colin Garland, Aaron vandenBerg, Sam Weideman, Oscar McDonald, Alex Neal-Bullen, Tomas Bugg, Jake Spencer, Ben Kennedy, Josh Wagner, James Harmes.
Off the top of my head (so probably missed a few), I reckon that's close to our best 22. Looking at that, I've firmed on Dustin Martin. Would seriously make it an amazing and dynamic midfield.
I think I'd take Stephen May over all three, though.
Post by: howey on June 05, 2017, 06:12:04 pm
Fyfe's an interesting one. If you told me that all three were going to play at their best all year, I'd probably take him out of all of then - that is to say, I think Fyfe's best is probably better than Martin and Kelly's best (at this stage).
Post by: howey on June 05, 2017, 06:12:34 pm
B || Neville Jetta - Sam Frost - Joel Smith
HB || Jayden Hunt - Tom McDonald - Michael Hibberd
C || Christian Salem - Clayton Oliver - Jordan Lewis
HF || Christian Petracca - Jesse Hogan - Jack Watts
F || Jeff Garlett - Cam Pedersen - Mitch Hannan
R || Max Gawn - Jack Viney - Nathan Jones
I/C || Dom Tyson - Bernie Vince - Billy Stretch - Aaron vandenBerg
Close: Jack Trengove, Angus Brayshaw, Dean Kent, Jake Melksham, Colin Garland, Aaron vandenBerg, Sam Weideman, Oscar McDonald, Alex Neal-Bullen, Tomas Bugg, Jake Spencer, Ben Kennedy, Josh Wagner, James Harmes.
Off the top of my head (so probably missed a few), I reckon that's close to our best 22. Looking at that, I've firmed on Dustin Martin. Would seriously make it an amazing and dynamic midfield.
I think I'd take Stephen May over all three, though.
So if you could take one player, would it be May?
Post by: Joseph41 on June 05, 2017, 06:16:38 pm
So if you could take one player, would it be May?
Hmm, that's a whole different question haha.
What does Melbourne need most? IMO:
- Gun full back
- Outside run
- Key forward who can ruck
Outside run can be covered to a degree with quick ball movement, and I'm pretty happy with our midfield as a collective at the moment. Pedersen isn't a world-beater, but I like him - and he provides a good contest both in ruck and forward. So I'd be extremely tempted by Rance/May/Talia/Tarrant, yeah. Probably Rance.
Post by: howey on June 06, 2017, 07:02:55 pm
Post by: Joseph41 on June 06, 2017, 07:04:05 pm
As a Dogs fan, I reckon I'd take Josh Kennedy (West Coast). He's a gun at the Eagles and we've got an ever better mid, so he could be unstoppable.
You'd take Kennedy over Franklin?
Post by: howey on June 06, 2017, 07:13:46 pm
You'd take Kennedy over Franklin?
Yeah, I would. More goals in the last three seasons, comfortably. Dogs have the midfield to hit him up consistently.
Post by: Joseph41 on June 06, 2017, 07:16:40 pm
Yeah, I would. More goals in the last three seasons, comfortably. Dogs have the midfield to hit him up consistently.
Probably fair enough for the Dogs due to the dominance of your midfield. I feel Kennedy relies on it a bit more than Franklin does.
Your own team aside, who would you prefer?
Post by: howey on June 06, 2017, 07:18:13 pm
Probably fair enough for the Dogs due to the dominance of your midfield. I feel Kennedy relies on it a bit more than Franklin does.
Your own team aside, who would you prefer?
A tough one. Despite both being key forwards, they're quite different players. Are we saying for one year or the rest of their careers?
Post by: Joseph41 on June 06, 2017, 07:19:16 pm
A tough one. Despite both being key forwards, they're quite different players. Are we saying for one year or the rest of their careers?
For one year.
Next year. Assume both are injury-free, and play all games.
Post by: howey on June 06, 2017, 07:20:50 pm
For one year.Probably Franklin. I feel like he would be better in a weaker team than Kennedy.
Next year. Assume both are injury-free, and play all games.
Post by: Aaron on June 07, 2017, 05:39:50 pm
WB
Crows
Hawks
Freo
Bombers
GWS
Melb to smash Collingwood by 99999999
Post by: Rod on June 07, 2017, 09:30:48 pm
Post by: Aaron on June 08, 2017, 01:25:11 am
Also agree Dees will smash the Pies and Buckley will be under pressure again.
I just watch it for the slide nowadays.
I am sad NM is on a bye.. least I won't be let down this week tho :P
Post by: Joseph41 on June 08, 2017, 09:05:02 am
Post by: Aaron on June 08, 2017, 02:20:09 pm
People expecting Melbourne to win = Melbourne loses.
You'll win now, especially with Collingwood's #1 superstar Daniel Wells out. 8)
Post by: rocksonchan on June 08, 2017, 04:37:27 pm
Post by: Joseph41 on June 08, 2017, 04:40:26 pm
Which is a good thing, who doesn't want to see Bucks getting absolutely shredded in his post-game press conferences? ;D ;D ;D ;D
Who do you support, Rockson?
Post by: rocksonchan on June 08, 2017, 04:49:23 pm
Who do you support, Rockson?
A team that's not doing too well at the moment hahahahaha :'( :'( :'( :'(
Post by: Joseph41 on June 08, 2017, 04:50:44 pm
A team that's not doing too well at the moment hahahahaha :'( :'( :'( :'(
That doesn't sufficiently narrow it down. 😂
Post by: howey on June 11, 2017, 10:29:31 am
A team that's not doing too well at the moment hahahahaha :'( :'( :'( :'(
I'm going to guess Carlton?
Post by: Joseph41 on June 11, 2017, 06:56:15 pm
I'm going to guess Carlton?
This worked out well lol. Weird season.
Post by: Aaron on June 11, 2017, 07:10:07 pm
This worked out well lol. Weird season.
Good on them I say. Big win. I'm happy it happened this week and not 2 weeks ago lol!
Post by: Joseph41 on June 12, 2017, 07:46:34 am
Good luck, Rod. ;)
Post by: Rod on June 12, 2017, 03:35:12 pm
Definitely looking forward to the footy today. Not usually a fan of big crowds, but at least the atmosphere will be decent haha.Good luck Nick :).
Good luck, Rod. ;)
Post by: Joseph41 on June 12, 2017, 04:41:41 pm
Post by: Aaron on June 12, 2017, 05:57:01 pm
Well done to the Dees. 8)
Post by: Rod on June 12, 2017, 06:01:22 pm
Unfortunately didn't get the time to watch the game due to exams, glad I didn't in a way haha. Good to see us competing in every single match though, hopefully we make finals this year.
A friend who did go to the game called me afterwards and he was really upset with the umpiring. From a Melbourne point of view, honestly what do you think? He said that he had never ever seen a game so badly umpired, apparently everything went Melbourne's way.
Ahh just saw the stats we were leading by like 30!!!
Post by: Joseph41 on June 13, 2017, 11:12:25 am
Congrats Melbourne and Nick.
Unfortunately didn't get the time to watch the game due to exams, glad I didn't in a way haha. Good to see us competing in every single match though, hopefully we make finals this year.
A friend who did go to the game called me afterwards and he was really upset with the umpiring. From a Melbourne point of view, honestly what do you think? He said that he had never ever seen a game so badly umpired, apparently everything went Melbourne's way.
Ahh just saw the stats we were leading by like 30!!!
Cheers - and condolences.
Umpiring: thought we clearly had the better end of it. There were a few 50/50 calls that went our way, which then weren't paid to Collingwood in equivalent situations. Like, a few times in the last 5-10 minutes we'd drop it in a tackle, and I'd think "ahh, shit" - only for it to be called play on.
Definitely seen games worse umpired lol, and the Collingwood crowd was getting ridiculous at times. Like, a very clear high tackle paid correctly would get a huge reaction for some reason. I assume they were feeling hard done by, so decided to boo every single free kick we received hah. But yeah, definitely think we had the better end of it. (Will consider further on watching the replay, though.)
Post by: Rod on June 13, 2017, 01:00:10 pm
That's us every week don't worry hahahhaha
Collingwood crowd was getting ridiculous at times. Like, a very clear high tackle paid correctly would get a huge reaction for some reason..)
Post by: vox nihili on June 13, 2017, 01:06:53 pm
Definitely seen games worse umpired lol, and the Collingwood crowd was getting ridiculous at times. Like, a very clear high tackle paid correctly would get a huge reaction for some reason. I assume they were feeling hard done by, so decided to boo every single free kick we received hah. But yeah, definitely think we had the better end of it. (Will consider further on watching the replay, though.)
Was there too and definitely thought your lot copped a pretty sweet deal re umpiring. Some of the stuff coming from the crowd was outrageous though. Saw one of your blokes nearly decapitated and Collingwood supporters in the crowd were having a blood whinge about it. Was pretty entertaining tbh.
Also, how good is the Big Freeze. MND is an absolute dog of a condition to have...the fact that Neale Daniher has managed to find so much meaning in his condition and devote himself to raising awareness/money to fight it is nothing short of heroic.
Post by: Aaron on June 13, 2017, 09:55:34 pm
GEEL
NM
RICH
PORT
GC
MELB
Post by: S200 on June 13, 2017, 10:05:28 pm
Tips R13:
GEEL
NM
RICH
PORT
GC
MELB
Almost got it right... :D
Try this one...
WCE - Domain stadium, Eagles are all over it!!
STK - Roos just aren't in it yet...
SYD - They're on fire after their Dogs dominance...
PORT- If they can't knock over the lions at Adelaide, they haven't got any chance for a finals run...
GC
MELB - WB will fight, after the SYD defeat, but I don't recon they have it...
Post by: Aaron on June 13, 2017, 10:15:41 pm
Quote from: S200
WCE - Domain stadium, Eagles are all over it!!Mmmm nope.
Quote from: S200
STK - Roos just aren't in it yet...Aside from the Richmond & GWS games, we have actually been pretty good. I have to admit last week was absolutely disgusting in terms of performance. If beating the ladder leader by 10 goals isn't "in it", i don't know what is. And you really can't say it was a one off or it was the ground - given Melbourne did the exact same thing the week after at Adelaide Oval.
I know we're 15th at the moment, could easily be in the top 8, it's that even. I know it's highly unlikely that we'll make finals this year - but like any supporter, one has to have hope.
Post by: S200 on June 13, 2017, 10:23:21 pm
Mmmm nope.Yeah, Ok...
Aside from the Richmond & GWS games, we have actually been pretty good. I have to admit last week was absolutely disgusting in terms of performance. If beating the ladder leader by 10 goals isn't "in it", i don't know what is. And you really can't say it was a one off or it was the ground - given Melbourne did the exact same thing the week after at Adelaide Oval.
I know we're 15th at the moment, could easily be in the top 8, it's that even. I know it's highly unlikely that we'll make finals this year - but like any supporter, one has to have hope.
After all, I've been joyfully watching Sydney crawl up the ladder until that Hawthorn Debacle...
I thought we was gonna make history...
First club to lose six straight and hit the top eight :D
But why do you recon Geelong might get it??
They're inconsistent this year...
at least, every time I tip them, they lose!!
Post by: brenden on June 13, 2017, 11:58:27 pm
Post by: Aaron on June 14, 2017, 11:49:53 am
Quote from: brenden
I'd love to see Jacobs back in and playing again.ditto. We need our tagger back.
I'd rather people back that can actually win games for us. We barely even played against Richmond. It was a disaster.
Post by: brenden on June 14, 2017, 12:35:23 pm
ditto. We need our tagger back.Super unfortunate I think that he re-injured himself before that game. I have a feeling he would have come in, and probably would have decimated Cotchin (again). Could have changed the game but, in fairness... the second half was one of the shittest things I've ever seen... Ever.
I'd rather people back that can actually win games for us. We barely even played against Richmond. It was a disaster.
Post by: Aaron on June 15, 2017, 11:44:12 pm
Post by: brenden on June 15, 2017, 11:49:00 pm
Fark I got the exact margin right (13) for the WCE v GEE game, but wrong team. WhyyyyyyyySo brutal... Looked like Geelong might be out to get them in the final quarter!
Deccy Mountford in for Ed WV (didn't realise Jacobs was still injured, thought he was available after the bye)... Interesting choice, keen to see how he goes!
Post by: Aaron on June 15, 2017, 11:51:31 pm
So brutal... Looked like Geelong might be out to get them in the final quarter!
Deccy Mountford in for Ed WV (didn't realise Jacobs was still injured, thought he was available after the bye)... Interesting choice, keen to see how he goes!
I thought that was an interesting decision. I read somewhere that someone was going to debut to replace Ed...... would've liked to see Mitch Hibberd have a run. Goldy has been quite poor the past couple of weeks... I wonder if he has another bad performance whether they will grow some balls and drop him for a week like they did with Swallow and Thomas. Preuss has not had enough time to develop at senior level.
Post by: brenden on June 16, 2017, 12:03:28 am
I thought that was an interesting decision. I read somewhere that someone was going to debut to replace Ed...... would've liked to see Mitch Hibberd have a run. Goldy has been quite poor the past couple of weeks... I wonder if he has another bad performance whether they will grow some balls and drop him for a week like they did with Swallow and Thomas. Preuss has not had enough time to develop at senior level.Brad Scott said in his press conference that Goldy is not in his best form, but that he believes he's close to "clicking", to paraphrase. Fair call on Mitch Hibberd... hopefully Declan has a ripper. I think it makes sense given that D.M is our strongest runner to bring him in against St Kilda, who run hard when they're playing well - and DM lays tackles. St Kilda have been getting smashed with turnovers I've read - might just be a bit of strategy to bring him in.
Post by: Aaron on June 16, 2017, 03:51:35 pm
Sad.. not many good timeslots this year.
Post by: brenden on June 16, 2017, 10:20:39 pm
The answer is, no.
Post by: Aaron on June 16, 2017, 10:22:51 pm
First 3 Q's absolutely pathetic. We deserve to lose.
Post by: Joseph41 on June 17, 2017, 08:54:07 am
Post by: brenden on June 17, 2017, 10:16:54 am
Didn't see any of the match last night, but sounds as though it was a frustrating game for North supporters. How did Goldy play?Definitely better. Looked a strong target, kicked a goal, gave another on off. It was a decent game from him.
JZ on the other hand had 3 clearances and 50% disposal efficiency :) :) :) :) Should drop him for Swallow loool
Post by: Joseph41 on June 17, 2017, 04:35:50 pm
Obviously extremely unlikely, but should both Brisbane and the Dees get up, we'd be in the top four. And that's just such a fucking abstract concept for me haha.
Post by: Aaron on June 17, 2017, 05:58:26 pm
>give hope
>lose
That's really the cycle. I just expect it now. It's very frustrating to watch every week.
Post by: Joseph41 on June 18, 2017, 09:46:16 am
Post by: howey on June 18, 2017, 10:09:40 am
Big game today, howey! Wishing you a little bit but not too much luck. :)
Massive game for both sides, it must be said. Good luck to you too, I suppose.... :)
Post by: Joseph41 on June 18, 2017, 11:21:02 am
Post by: Aaron on June 18, 2017, 03:56:45 pm
(Although my tipping this round hasn't been that great - only 2 so far lol. Carlton & Port wins)
Quote from: Joseph41
That post above, nobody has voted but I'm sitting on -3. Karma for wishing you good luck. :(How weird is that! I have made it -2.. Another wonderful glitch :P
Post by: Joseph41 on June 18, 2017, 06:11:02 pm
Post by: Aaron on June 18, 2017, 06:40:47 pm
I don't know what this feeling is.
Nice win. Can we do the same to the Doggies next week?...... A year ago i'd say yes, but even I don't know what to expect anymore.
Post by: brenden on June 18, 2017, 10:34:58 pm
Nice win. Can we do the same to the Doggies next week?...... A year ago i'd say yes, but even I don't know what to expect anymore.Yeah I reckon. Don't rate 'em.
(Don't rate us either but oh well).
Post by: howey on June 19, 2017, 04:35:33 pm
I don't know what this feeling is.
Congrats Nick, you absolutely dominated us, to be brutally honest. Looks like I owe you a sushi roll :)
You guys played really well and deserve heaps of credit, but gee, we played so poorly. Fumbly, indecisive, overusing the ball... as bad as I've seen us play in a long time. Huge game against North for us now next week (bring it on Brenden and Aaron), we just have to win - simple as that.
Post by: Joseph41 on June 19, 2017, 04:37:10 pm
Congrats Nick, you absolutely dominated us, to be brutally honest. Looks like I owe you a sushi roll :)
You guys played really well and deserve heaps of credit, but gee, we played so poorly. Fumbly, indecisive, overusing the ball... as bad as I've seen us play in a long time. Huge game against North for us now next week (bring it on Brenden and Aaron), we just have to win - simple as that.
Thanks mate - definitely not in a position to be talking shit haha. Thought we had a good run again with the umpires early on, too - all important for momentum.
Post by: howey on June 19, 2017, 05:40:32 pm
Thanks mate - definitely not in a position to be talking shit haha. Thought we had a good run again with the umpires early on, too - all important for momentum.
Yeah, I thought you had a good run with them early - it probably evened out late in the game but it was well over by then. The Watts mark was the one that had me shouting...
Post by: Aaron on June 19, 2017, 05:43:29 pm
Post by: brenden on June 19, 2017, 08:35:19 pm
*sigh*. Lindsay Thomas suspended AGAIN. When he was on the receiving end of the negative attention for diving etc, you know.. I had some sympathy.. but the two acts in the VFL.. after seeing them, I just can't sympathise anymore.Bit strange, isn't it? At least he probably wasn't going to be brought back into the side in the next few weeks anyway haha.
Post by: Aaron on June 20, 2017, 04:31:39 pm
Post by: Joseph41 on June 20, 2017, 04:33:21 pm
Nathan Jones out for 4-6 weeks. How will this impact the Dees, Nick?
That's actually disgracefully bad news. First I've heard of it. Makes me sad. :(
I'm 99% sure Nathan Jones has played in every single Melbourne win since 2006. So, y'know.
EDIT: That^ just sunk in. Fuck. If there's one player who deserves some sort of success, it's gotta be him.
EDIT II: Viney really has to step up now.
Post by: Aaron on June 20, 2017, 10:53:24 pm
In other news: AFL Hall of Fame, at least North are winning something this season............ lol
Post by: Joseph41 on June 20, 2017, 10:55:58 pm
I reckon West Coast have got you this week. Top 8 might not be for long.
In other news: AFL Hall of Fame, at least North are winning something this season............ lol
We'd lose to West Coast in Perth even if we had Robbie Flower and Stan Alves on the wings lol.
Post by: brenden on June 21, 2017, 12:16:16 am
We'd lose to West Coast in Perth even if we had Robbie Flower and Stan Alves on the wings lol.hahahahahahaha. lol.
I'm back on the Swallow train. If you want to play someone half forward, fucking play Ziebell there. For one, he can actually kick 50 metres, and he's also a strong contested mark (relative to Andrew Swallow who, let's face it, is a shit half forward). As a straight inside mid, Ziebs hardly has a major claim of superiority over Swallow. I agreed with him being dropped, he was lacking in the AFL but, in fairness, he was played out of position.
Anderson better come straight the fuck out. Hopefully JMac and, if not, literally anyone else in our VFL side outside of Nick Larkey/Ben McKay. I'd probably take Preuss over Jed as a small forward right now :) :)
edit: just for future reference, unless I specify that I'm serious, I'm perennially talking absolute shit about football.
Post by: Aaron on June 21, 2017, 12:19:51 am
Dunno how accurate it is, but imagine that... captain one year, sent packing a few later.
Post by: brenden on June 21, 2017, 12:33:31 am
brenden, I read today that Swallow is being considered as part of a trade w/ GC.... thoughts?I said to Nick a few weeks ago we should offload him to GC so he can play with his brother haha. If we got Josh Kelly - 100%, happy to offload. We're chock full of midfielders. At the moment, if Swallow wasn't on the list and Cunnington got injured in be very upset but if we add a super high quality mid to the list then really, there's no point Andrew Swallow wasting away in the 2s. He's too good for VFL.
Dunno how accurate it is, but imagine that... captain one year, sent packing a few later.
Despite my previous post - now being serious - it's a good thing he's not being played at the moment - I've been wanting Dumont in the team for a long time. I think he's going to be an absolute bull, have loved him since he first came the club. Makes great choices, has a great sense of the game, strong mark, and will develop into an absolute beast inside mid. Can't have Swallow pushing him out - even if he is the better inside mid (which I'm not convinced of for the 2017 season at least), needs the game time. So if not Dumont's role, what role does he play? Inside mid? Surely not, who would he replace? Not in our top 8 backs, not in our top 10 forwards. If you add Kelly, there's just no place for him in the AFL team, and if that's the case, it's unfair to him to keep him on the list when he could be contributing in a major way elsewhere - which I think he'd do a lot at a club like GCFC.
Post by: Aaron on June 21, 2017, 12:46:18 am
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Tips for this round:
Crows by 99999999
Swans
GWS
North - ??? one day my tip will be right
WC
Cats
Richmond - although....... carlton.. playing pretty good lately?
St Kilda.
Post by: Aaron on June 22, 2017, 05:13:26 pm
Post by: brenden on June 22, 2017, 05:58:17 pm
Turner out 3-6 weeks. Ffs.My hopes of Jed Anderson being dropped are gone!
Post by: Aaron on June 22, 2017, 06:00:20 pm
Post by: Aaron on June 22, 2017, 06:29:27 pm
Dropped.
The Big MAJ is in too!
Post by: brenden on June 22, 2017, 07:00:20 pm
Out: Anderson, Turner (injured), Hanson.
JMac in for Hanson. Natural.
Swallow in for Anderson. Saw it coming.
DAW in for Turner - huge call. Big structural change. That leaves Wood, Brown, Waite, Daw in the forward line, with 3 rucks available in the side (Brown, Goldy, Daw).
Will be extremely interesting to watch.
Post by: Aaron on June 22, 2017, 08:16:01 pm
If they play him in the stupid Half-forward role again, he will be a terrible inclusion.
Post by: Aaron on June 22, 2017, 10:34:23 pm
Post by: Joseph41 on June 24, 2017, 11:50:14 am
It's probably because Jones and Neitz have been two of my biggest idols, but this gave me shivers.
Post by: brenden on June 24, 2017, 03:53:51 pm
Seriously, take a few minutes to watch this video.I read this article yesterday and it seriously elevated Nathan Jones to one of my most respected players.
It's probably because Jones and Neitz have been two of my biggest idols, but this gave me shivers.
Post by: EEEEEEP on June 24, 2017, 04:03:48 pm
Might play around with 40 bucks.
Post by: Aaron on June 24, 2017, 04:05:13 pm
Hmm. How much money should I put on this bet using these tipping ?
Might play around with 40 bucks.
Not worth betting at all this season.
Post by: Joseph41 on June 24, 2017, 04:09:40 pm
Hmm. How much money should I put on this bet using these tipping ?
Might play around with 40 bucks.
Bank your $40.00.
Post by: Aaron on June 24, 2017, 05:22:36 pm
Post by: Aaron on June 24, 2017, 10:04:28 pm
i deserve to say that
Post by: brenden on June 24, 2017, 10:21:13 pm
Post by: Joseph41 on June 24, 2017, 10:42:38 pm
Post by: vox nihili on June 24, 2017, 10:57:16 pm
Post by: howey on June 25, 2017, 10:33:07 am
Post by: Aaron on June 25, 2017, 03:58:12 pm
Post by: Joseph41 on June 25, 2017, 04:20:03 pm
4 matches so far this round where it's been decided by under a goal. Great stuff.
What a fkn sport.
Post by: Aaron on June 25, 2017, 06:57:53 pm
What a fkn sport.
Mama mia. If only the close games went our way instead. That'd be nice. One can dream
Post by: Rod on June 26, 2017, 03:05:00 pm
Post by: Aaron on June 26, 2017, 06:50:57 pm
Post by: Joseph41 on June 26, 2017, 07:08:25 pm
Such a shame a good round was overshadowed by some .... interesting MRP decisions.
Brenden mentioned Cunnington today. I haven't seen it yet - your thoughts?
Post by: Aaron on June 26, 2017, 07:28:53 pm
Brenden mentioned Cunnington today. I haven't seen it yet - your thoughts?
Below throat imo, should have been a fine. I would like to see it challenged. But.. risk of 2 weeks..... I dunno.
Post by: Joseph41 on June 26, 2017, 07:31:46 pm
Below throat imo, should have been a fine. I would like to see it challenged. But.. risk of 2 weeks..... I dunno.
Which other MRP decisions are you referencing?
Post by: Aaron on June 26, 2017, 08:04:27 pm
Which other MRP decisions are you referencing?
Do I dare reference it? :P
Post by: Joseph41 on June 26, 2017, 08:08:52 pm
Do I dare reference it? :P
Schofield/Oliver?
Post by: Aaron on June 26, 2017, 08:11:20 pm
Schofield/Oliver?
Yeah. It must have been alot worse than it looked on slo-mo if MRP graded it that badly.
Post by: brenden on June 26, 2017, 10:52:17 pm
Below throat imo, should have been a fine. I would like to see it challenged. But.. risk of 2 weeks..... I dunno.May as well. If he gets off, great. If he's out for two weeks- I'll take the #2 draft pick!
Post by: Aaron on June 26, 2017, 11:00:18 pm
May as well. If he gets off, great. If he's out for two weeks- I'll take the #2 draft pick!
I wish they had the balls to challenge it, at least once. There's been a few this season where they could've had a crack at the tribunal.
I mean, you can repeat as much as you want 'we're aiming for finals' yada yada yada... but let's be really honest, we'd have to win pretty much all the games in a row from now to get in there and stay in there.
Post by: Aaron on June 27, 2017, 02:05:57 pm
Post by: Aaron on June 29, 2017, 09:26:46 pm
Houli tribunal appeal successful. 4 weeks. I think that's fair. Gave Jed Lamb a nice whack to the head. Cannot say it was accidental in the slightest. 2 weeks absolutely nothing.
Unfortunately Gaz is playing his 300th and is miraculously fit all of a sudden. Good bye NM lol
Post by: Joseph41 on June 29, 2017, 09:28:46 pm
Post by: Rod on June 29, 2017, 09:29:13 pm
Post by: Aaron on June 29, 2017, 09:29:29 pm
Ablett'll get 45 and kick 3.
I think he managed a 40+ in our last game earlier in the year. Won't surprise me. Milestones usually are good motivators.
Post by: S200 on June 30, 2017, 03:45:10 pm
_________
SYD
WCE
CARL
NMFC
GWS (Hopefully :D)
PORT
ESS
HAW
FRE
Post by: Aaron on June 30, 2017, 03:48:10 pm
Quote from: S200
NMFC:-* :-*
This is what i've got down on my tipping so far this round (I weirdly do mine at the start of the week so I don't forget):
Melb
WB
Carlton
North
GWS
Port
Ess
Hawks
Freo
Post by: Joseph41 on June 30, 2017, 03:49:47 pm
Melbourne will lose tonight by 10+ goals.
Post by: Aaron on June 30, 2017, 03:52:09 pm
Coping mechanism:
Melbourne will lose tonight by 10+ goals.
Wouldn't you rather 10+ than 1 point though? Removes the 'what if' scenario.. which happens to me every week
I swear if NM lose this again by under a goal, I tell ya. I'm not watching them anymore. My heart is probably like a 90 year old already
Post by: Aaron on June 30, 2017, 08:24:05 pm
Post by: Joseph41 on June 30, 2017, 08:24:53 pm
Bye bye Bugg
What'd he do? Hard to tell at the game.
P.S. $4.60 and they don't even fill the coffee cup lel.
Post by: Aaron on June 30, 2017, 08:26:15 pm
What'd he do? Hard to tell at the game.
P.S. $4.60 and they don't even fill the coffee cup lel.
Gave Callum Mills a good punch to the face. He's concussed / out of the game now. Which usually means a good ban
Here you go: https://www.facebook.com/TheAFLupdate/videos/1384523934994015/
Post by: Joseph41 on June 30, 2017, 08:36:22 pm
Post by: Aaron on June 30, 2017, 08:37:15 pm
Should be 5+ weeks.
Yeah. Given Cunnington got a week for one basically below the throat, Houli got 4 when barely looking at the opponent...... its worse than Houli's.
Post by: brenden on June 30, 2017, 09:14:46 pm
Either that, or he's legit just absolutely sniped a bloke. Easy 5+. If he doesn't go for 5 or more because of the amount of damage done to the player, you'd surely have to call the MRP grading system the biggest farce in the land.
Post by: keltingmeith on June 30, 2017, 09:20:32 pm
Post by: Joseph41 on June 30, 2017, 10:09:17 pm
Post by: keltingmeith on June 30, 2017, 10:18:24 pm
Post by: S200 on June 30, 2017, 10:22:53 pm
Ngl I'm actually surprised Sydney won. xD I saw the score at the end of the second quarter and was certain we'd can it.SYD is Accuracy International as usual :P :D
Post by: Joseph41 on June 30, 2017, 10:36:04 pm
Post by: Rod on June 30, 2017, 10:41:16 pm
Post by: Joseph41 on June 30, 2017, 10:43:21 pm
Bugg in big trouble
Should be done for a long time.
Post by: keltingmeith on June 30, 2017, 10:58:15 pm
SYD is Accuracy International as usual :P :D
It just wouldn't be right for them to have enough behinds to not make at least 2 goals. :P
Post by: Aaron on June 30, 2017, 11:28:12 pm
Post by: S200 on July 01, 2017, 04:06:08 pm
Vaguely possible to win this!
Post by: Aaron on July 01, 2017, 04:10:43 pm
Come on Carlton!! :D
Vaguely possible to win this!
Another big scalp for them if they do this. Bolts has done wonders for this team
Post by: S200 on July 01, 2017, 04:38:57 pm
Post by: Aaron on July 01, 2017, 07:11:23 pm
Post by: S200 on July 01, 2017, 07:51:16 pm
I am literally so fucking sick of this team. Swear to god.Just think of Q1 and Q4...
then the team almost looks good. :P
Post by: Aaron on July 01, 2017, 08:25:08 pm
Just think of Q1 and Q4...
then the team almost looks good. :P
That's the problem. :)
Post by: Aaron on July 02, 2017, 03:44:23 pm
Well done Lions
Post by: S200 on July 02, 2017, 04:08:28 pm
Well done LionsAmazing!!
I was 99% sure that what they did would be impossible.. ;D
Post by: Aaron on July 02, 2017, 09:42:27 pm
*sigh*
Post by: Joseph41 on July 02, 2017, 09:47:45 pm
It's not so bad.
Post by: peterpiper on July 02, 2017, 10:09:27 pm
^Once you're shit for a while, you'll start to embrace it like an old friend.
It's not so bad.
10/10 optimism
Post by: vox nihili on July 02, 2017, 10:27:38 pm
^Once you're shit for a while, you'll start to embrace it like an old friend.
It's not so bad.
Can attest to that.
Post by: Aaron on July 02, 2017, 10:37:09 pm
Round 2: Lose by 1 (Geelong)
Round 4: Lose by 3 (WB)
Round 5: Lose by 5 (Fre)
Round 14: Lose by 1 (WB)
sad
This is probably the most frustrating part. Losing FOUR matches by under a goal so far this season alone.
Post by: Rod on July 02, 2017, 11:00:55 pm
Post by: Aaron on July 03, 2017, 05:00:03 pm
Post by: Aaron on July 04, 2017, 05:54:41 pm
6 weeks with 1 discount for immediate guilty plea. It has to be higher than Houli's. That's what i'd give it, anyway.
Edit: 6 weeks, close enough
Post by: vox nihili on July 08, 2017, 09:23:05 pm
All our big names playing like shit tonight. Dustin Martin has done SFA, not sure Rance is at the ground atm, Riewoldt's had that little of the ball he'd probably have no idea what to do with it and Cotchin is actually leading that pack with a whopping 13 touches. We're never gonna win a game when not one of those names are even in our top five players on the night.
EDIT: clearer head...best case scenario is stay 4th but that would require a West Coast win and an Essendon win.
Post by: howey on July 09, 2017, 10:37:59 am
Post by: Joseph41 on July 09, 2017, 10:39:17 am
Gee, my Doggies are struggling - facing an uphill battle to play finals now. By my calculations we'd probably have to win 6 out of our last 7, which is a huge ask.
Real life photo of howey doing the sums this morning:
(https://us.123rf.com/450wm/bowie15/bowie151504/bowie15150400088/39901903-mad-scientist.jpg?ver=6)
Post by: howey on July 09, 2017, 10:40:18 am
Real life photo of howey doing the sums this morning:
(https://us.123rf.com/450wm/bowie15/bowie151504/bowie15150400088/39901903-mad-scientist.jpg?ver=6)
Basically. I still haven't given up hope!
Post by: Aaron on July 09, 2017, 03:48:41 pm
ARRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRGH
Post by: howey on July 09, 2017, 07:21:57 pm
Post by: Joseph41 on July 09, 2017, 07:37:39 pm
You must be happy, Nick! Surely that's finals locked away now... and a sneaky top 4 chance?
Nine teams left in it, I reckon.
Not sold on Melbourne but it was an important win.
Post by: Rod on July 09, 2017, 08:34:03 pm
Post by: Aaron on July 09, 2017, 08:55:29 pm
Gee I really wanted North Melbourne to win so the pies can get the 2nd draft pick, but gee they always figure out a way to lose LOL
I'd rather them just tank now for the draft pick to tell you the truth. No way in hell we're going to make finals this year. Maybe let the Lions win when we play them later on....
Hahaha, I wouldn't be putting shit on NM. We might have lost majority of our games, but at least we haven't been belted :) touchwood, lose by 100 next week Close losses say that the foundation is there, whilst frustrating. We need one of Kelly/Martin (or another strong mid) and a good draft pick, with a bit of time I reckon we'll be back up there.
I was watching Daw play today and imo he fumbled literally nearly every possession. He's a big guy and would suit ruck but as a forward atm he is terrible and should be replaced w/ Preuss if they want to go into the big man stocks.
By the way: https://www.facebook.com/AFLTRDON/posts/1521381927928441. You can have him + then we can put Crocker as coach.
Post by: Rod on July 10, 2017, 12:18:57 am
I don't think we've been heavily beaten yet. When have we been beaten by 100 points? And in all honesty I'd rather lose by 30 than lose by less than a goal. North have only won one game by less than 6 points since 2015 and that says a lot. I predicted NM to fall heaps this year and they have. Both North and CWD are rebuilding teams but I reckon and hope we will rebuild faster after we clean out everyone by the end of this year. Buckley took over Malthause's master piece, something he took a decade to build, and for the last six years has slowly and slowly destroyed it. He is terrible, and the fact that Eddie has let him do this means that we need a COMPLETE clean out.
Daw is overrated. Has the body and athleticism to be great but never have I seen him throw out a consistent form of football.
Hell no to Brad Scott lol
Post by: Rod on July 10, 2017, 12:29:24 am
Post by: Aaron on July 10, 2017, 12:34:31 am
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I don't think we've been heavily beaten yet. When have we been beaten by 100 points?Didn't say Collingwood specifically. I mean, look on the weekend. Richmond = belted, We belted Adelaide earlier in the season.. these are genuine top 8'ers at the moment. We haven't been belted like that (yet, lol). Look at our percentage too. It's such a fking shame.
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And in all honesty I'd rather lose by 30 than lose by less than a goal.No arguments there. Five times now where we've lost this season ALONE by under a goal. Just BS. I partially blame Todd Goldstein for the miss, but looking at the bigger picture... we could've easily won it if we switched on in the first quarter. Our own fault, like usual.
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Hell no to Brad Scott lolY not? He might get u to two prelims then ur back on ur ass where u are now. Celebrate good times come on!
Post by: Rod on July 10, 2017, 12:59:05 am
Would you want Buckley? lol
Post by: Aaron on July 10, 2017, 01:01:22 am
Quote from: Rod
Would you want Buckley? lolI would cancel my membership immediately if that happened. He is just crap, has not done anything substantial as a coach. Good player, bad coach.
They (NM) need Horse. He won't leave the Swans though. I maintain what I said earlier, Crocker. Give him a shot. He wasn't terrible when he was filling in.
Post by: Rod on July 10, 2017, 01:07:21 am
I would cancel my membership immediately if that happened. He is just crap, has not done anything substantial as a coach. Good player, bad coach.I wouldn't mind someone like Crocker. Someone that has been within a coaching box of an AFL team for the last several years. A new face, youngish with lots of potential.
They (NM) need Horse. He won't leave the Swans though. I maintain what I said earlier, Crocker. Give him a shot. He wasn't terrible when he was filling in.
Yeah he sucks. He has destroyed our club. Destroyed what Malthaus built - a premiership team that was so darn young. We should have won more with that team because it was so young. He wasted Pendlebury - we won't get a player like that ever again.
Kinda feel sympathy for him though. This was definitely not his plan lol. I bet he visioned himself with so much glory. He as a player won absolutely everything but a premiership. To win it as a coach would be redemption for him. But unfortunately he has failed.
When we lost against Hawthorn they put the camera on him for ages. He had tears in his eyes lol. Feel sympathy for him but I guess that's footy for ya
Post by: Joseph41 on July 15, 2017, 04:24:39 pm
Post by: Aaron on July 15, 2017, 04:35:26 pm
Well that was an intense finish, to say the least.
Least one game Saturday afternoon was decent.
-rolls eyes-
Edit: For the first time, I turned it off at 3QT. Pathetic display.
Post by: howey on July 16, 2017, 12:02:28 pm
Well that was an intense finish, to say the least.
Cats fans must love Isaac Smith...
Post by: Rod on July 17, 2017, 11:07:45 pm
Dangerfield absolutely destroying the player ratings. By far the best player in the competition I reckon!
mod edit: merge
Post by: brenden on July 18, 2017, 02:01:31 pm
Post by: Joseph41 on July 18, 2017, 02:02:02 pm
Dangerfield is easily the best player in the competition rn IMO. That game at full forward is just freaky stuff.
Ben Jacobs close?
Post by: brenden on July 18, 2017, 02:02:38 pm
Ben Jacobs close?Probably Brownlow 2018. He's ruled out for the rest of this year, not gonna risk one of the best.
Post by: howey on July 18, 2017, 07:18:55 pm
Dangerfield is easily the best player in the competition rn IMO. That game at full forward is just freaky stuff.
I second this. When he's in form like he is at the moment... I pity whoever has to play on him.
Post by: Aaron on July 20, 2017, 06:30:46 pm
Post by: Joseph41 on July 20, 2017, 06:49:10 pm
Jesus, some big changes for North this week. Goldy dropped entirely.
I'm excited for Daw.
Post by: Aaron on July 20, 2017, 11:09:16 pm
I'm excited for Daw.
He isn't bad as a ruck, but as a forward. hopeless.
Literally butter fingers.
Post by: brenden on July 20, 2017, 11:39:40 pm
Post by: Joseph41 on July 21, 2017, 08:06:34 am
Post by: Aaron on July 21, 2017, 04:33:48 pm
https://www.facebook.com/AFLFootyShow/videos/1667144189970939/
Post by: brenden on July 21, 2017, 06:03:40 pm
Eddie McGuire's going to be hosting the footy show again. Not kidding.Very smart producers.
https://www.facebook.com/AFLFootyShow/videos/1667144189970939/
Post by: Aaron on July 21, 2017, 06:34:35 pm
Very smart producers.
I reckon he will leave Collingwood along with Buckley at end of season. Future planning
Post by: Rod on July 21, 2017, 07:19:38 pm
As much as I love Eddie, I reckon it would be a smart move to move him on. He has been here for seventeen years and won us one premiership! A club with the most money and supporters deserves better! Also he is responsible for keeping Buckley for so long, the Malthouse to Buckley transition was horrible. Our 2010 premiership team was so young, and we dominated the 2011 season. How we only won one premiership with that team is beyond me!
Excited for next year!
Post by: Joseph41 on July 21, 2017, 07:32:32 pm
Post by: Aaron on July 22, 2017, 04:45:21 pm
Post by: Joseph41 on July 22, 2017, 04:51:19 pm
Post by: Aaron on July 22, 2017, 04:52:44 pm
Didn't see any of it (at the other game), but sounds like there were positive signs for North?
Without Goldstein, Tarrant, Ziebell, Wood, Williams & two new guys playing their first game (+ the fact there were a few with minimal exp).... I definitely think there was.
If I was an Essendon supporter, I definitely wouldn't be celebrating.
Post by: Joseph41 on July 22, 2017, 04:59:48 pm
Post by: brenden on July 22, 2017, 05:04:16 pm
Didn't see any of it (at the other game), but sounds like there were positive signs for North?Extremely positive signs - looked great on the outside today. We had the better of the game until the final quarter imo where we just blatantly ran out of legs.
Ben Brown played an amazing game - against some great defenders too, mind you. Took some big contested marks.
Post by: Rod on July 22, 2017, 05:13:04 pm
Hope we can do the same lel. West Coast at the G shouldn't be do bad though..... nek minit
Post by: Joseph41 on July 22, 2017, 05:25:19 pm
Post by: Aaron on July 22, 2017, 11:13:09 pm
Post by: howey on July 23, 2017, 11:03:53 am
Post by: Joseph41 on July 23, 2017, 11:13:22 am
Huge win for the Dees, Nick - you must be pumped!! I didn't see any of it but assuming you played well?
Smashed it in the first half. Should have further ahead at half time; we left the door open for them a little. In the second half they got back into it. I was mildly concerned near the end of the third and during the fourth quarter.
But yeah, you're right - really important and impressive win IMO.
Post by: howey on July 23, 2017, 12:32:45 pm
I was mildly concerned near the end of the third and during the fourth quarter.
You know the Dees have had a good day when their supporters were only mildly concerned... having been conditioned to be always concerned
Post by: Joseph41 on July 23, 2017, 12:35:07 pm
You know the Dees have had a good day when their supporters were only mildly concerned... having been conditioned to be always concerned
The most accurate thing I've ever read on ATAR Notes.
Post by: Joseph41 on July 23, 2017, 06:21:47 pm
Post by: Aaron on July 23, 2017, 06:25:46 pm
RIP last place
HURRY UP BLUES N WIN JESUS
Edit: Just realised... Playing you next week Nick @ our lovely Tasmanian home ground :) Ahhh. Well at least it isn't the MCG.
Post by: Joseph41 on July 23, 2017, 08:27:26 pm
Post by: vox nihili on July 23, 2017, 08:35:29 pm
Nice wins, Trav and Rod!
Was tutoring whilst the match was on and was SO MAD I couldn't see the scores :') Nice win by the tigs. You'd be a happy man this weekend too!
Post by: Aaron on July 23, 2017, 08:57:23 pm
No need to worry about the wooden spoon with that guaranteed win next week, Aaron.
Inconsistent vs Inconsistent
Wonder who will be less inconsistent? I wouldn't hold my breath - we have so many fking injuries and newbies.
One positive: draft pix :)
Negatives: I have to put up with the shame of an unperforming team
Post by: Joseph41 on July 23, 2017, 09:01:07 pm
Inconsistent vs Inconsistent
Wonder who will be less inconsistent? I wouldn't hold my breath - we have so many fking injuries and newbies.
One positive: draft pix :)
Negatives: I have to put up with the shame of an unperforming team
No shame in that, friend.
Post by: Rod on July 23, 2017, 10:55:49 pm
Anyway, a win is a win. I'll take it thanks :D :D :D.
Post by: Aaron on July 27, 2017, 06:40:17 pm
Post by: Joseph41 on July 27, 2017, 06:45:34 pm
the big Preuss returns
Big (hehe) in! Looking forward to watching him play.
Post by: Aaron on July 27, 2017, 09:53:55 pm
Post by: brenden on July 28, 2017, 09:28:48 pm
Post by: Joseph41 on July 28, 2017, 09:32:12 pm
Post by: brenden on July 28, 2017, 09:34:40 pm
Would love Hawthorn to get up here.Absolutely!
Also - have to have a giggle at the people saying dropping Goldstein adds to the idea of NM tanking 😂 Have they payed a smidge of attention this year?
Post by: Aaron on July 29, 2017, 01:23:45 pm
Post by: Joseph41 on July 29, 2017, 01:26:39 pm
GL Nick
Same to you (and Brenden) mate!
Will you be watching?
Post by: Aaron on July 29, 2017, 01:36:35 pm
Same to you (and Brenden) mate!
Will you be watching?
I will be :) I don't know whether I should be watching it for my sanity.. but we'll see
Post by: Joseph41 on July 29, 2017, 04:22:06 pm
Post by: brenden on July 29, 2017, 04:25:59 pm
Sweet.:'(
Post by: Joseph41 on July 29, 2017, 04:29:44 pm
Post by: Aaron on July 29, 2017, 04:40:47 pm
In relation to the win: About bloody time. We've had so many close losses. At least you guys didn't get belted like the Crows at Blundstone. Really challenged us.
Post by: Joseph41 on July 29, 2017, 04:47:46 pm
Post by: Rod on July 29, 2017, 07:18:15 pm
Any predictions for tomorrow guys (my beloved pies that is?). Haha. How many are we going to lose by?
Post by: Aaron on July 30, 2017, 11:27:57 am
Congrats Aaron, condolences Nick - was a good game nevertheless.
Any predictions for tomorrow guys (my beloved pies that is?). Haha. How many are we going to lose by?
What about next week
Post by: howey on July 30, 2017, 12:09:12 pm
Sweet.
Yeah, that loss sucks. If there is a God, he really is cruel to Melbourne supporters...
Post by: Joseph41 on July 30, 2017, 12:38:08 pm
Yeah, that loss sucks. If there is a God, he really is cruel to Melbourne supporters...
2007: 5-0-17
2008: 3-0-19
2009: 4-0-18
2010: 8-1-13
2011: 8-1-13
2012: 4-0-18
2013: 2-0-20
2014: 4-0-18
2015: 7-0-15
2016: 10-0-12
Good times.
Post by: howey on July 30, 2017, 02:42:20 pm
2007: 5-0-17
2008: 3-0-19
2009: 4-0-18
2010: 8-1-13
2011: 8-1-13
2012: 4-0-18
2013: 2-0-20
2014: 4-0-18
2015: 7-0-15
2016: 10-0-12
Good times.
Overall 55-2-153.
A fun decade!
Post by: Aaron on July 30, 2017, 05:29:05 pm
Edit: Close. Close. Close.
Post by: Rod on July 30, 2017, 06:06:29 pm
Oh well, what a game of footy. Every week is so exciting this season, can't imagine how the finals will be like.
Post by: Aaron on July 30, 2017, 06:14:28 pm
Absolutely heart broken. 50 point lead. McGovern marked it with legit 0.20 seconds to go. Even the commentators called that Adelaide would never be able to get back 5 mins into the 3rd quarter :'( :'( :'(.
Oh well, what a game of footy. Every week is so exciting this season, can't imagine how the finals will be like.
Well, you still got 2 points. Better than 0.
See you next week :)
Post by: Rod on July 30, 2017, 06:23:36 pm
Well, you still got 2 points. Better than 0.13th vs 16th.
See you next week :)
I reckon if you guys play like how you did against Essendon and Melbourne you will win. If we play like how we did today it will get really close.
Going to be there on Saturday, my first game since that shocker we had against Carlton. Really excited!
Post by: howey on August 01, 2017, 06:24:45 pm
Personally, I think he was pretty unlucky (and I'm not a Cats fan). It was definitely an unfortunate incident but I'm not convinced he really did anything wrong - he didn't sling or lift Kreuzer. I thought it was pretty much the perfect tackle really - pinned the arms and, to be fair, you have to be pretty forceful to try and bring someone like Kreuzer down.
If will certainly be a bit awkward if he polls the most votes now... and then has to go up and hand over the medal to someone else (probs Martin)
Post by: Joseph41 on August 01, 2017, 06:27:31 pm
Post by: howey on August 01, 2017, 06:42:01 pm
It was, at least, consistent with previous MRP decisions.
True. Although I though Mumford's tackle on Libba earlier in the year was quite similar, and that got nothing. But you're right, there have also been similar ones that have copped weeks.
Post by: Joseph41 on August 01, 2017, 07:05:54 pm
True. Although I though Mumford's tackle on Libba earlier in the year was quite similar, and that got nothing. But you're right, there have also been similar ones that have copped weeks.
Hutchy was essentially arguing that Danger should get off because he's in Brownlow contention. Such an absurd concept.
Post by: Joseph41 on August 04, 2017, 07:40:47 pm
Post by: vox nihili on August 04, 2017, 11:11:40 pm
Thoughts on the Dangerfield suspension?
Personally, I think he was pretty unlucky (and I'm not a Cats fan). It was definitely an unfortunate incident but I'm not convinced he really did anything wrong - he didn't sling or lift Kreuzer. I thought it was pretty much the perfect tackle really - pinned the arms and, to be fair, you have to be pretty forceful to try and bring someone like Kreuzer down.
If will certainly be a bit awkward if he polls the most votes now... and then has to go up and hand over the medal to someone else (probs Martin)
He definitely needed a week for what he did, particularly with the focus by the AFL on the protecting players from head injury. However, the point of the Brownlow is to celebrate the player who is the best and the fairest. We know that "best" is determined by votes from the umpires; however, fairness is determined by the absence of suspension during the year. The idea that Dangerfield should be excluded because he fails to reach the "fairness" criterion of the Brownlow is a farce. He's a class act on and off the field, and a mistake such as his tackle against Kreuzer should not be conflated with the idea that he's an unfair player.
As most of you know, I'm a Richmond supporter and understand that Dustin Martin will probably benefit from this (if he doesn't manage to get suspended in the next few weeks). In spite of that, I was devastated for Danger. He's better than Martin and deserved to win the Brownlow again this year.
Post by: brenden on August 05, 2017, 10:51:25 am
Hutchy was essentially arguing that Danger should get off because he's in Brownlow contention. Such an absurd concept.Only quoting this post but I'm quoting the entire discussion, really.
Dangerfield suspension is a POS. Definitely consistent which I suppose is a good thing but, in my view, consistently wrong. I.e., the Jarrad Waite tackle? Like, I see where they are coming from but as Tim said, when you look at Dangerfield's tackle, that's exactly how you would coach a junior.
If he got up without a concussion no one would have looked twice - very frustrating. Protecting the head is important- so legislate things that prevent head injuries. A legal tackle can be dangerous. Either make that sentence untrue, or stop suspending tackles like Dangerfield's imo.
Regarding the absurdity - it's an interesting thought, because is a week a week a week? Is getting suspended for a Grand Final the same as getting suspended for Round 2? If we consider suspensions as punishments, then the "same" punishment can actually be disproportionate to the action depending on the context. Has Dangerfield been punished more than Jarrad Waite? Maybe not. BUT if we were a round before finals, I'd say he would have been. So it's interesting - I think a lot of football people have that intuition that they'd rather a player get off instead of miss finals or lose Brownlow contention.
Judges can consider contexts around sentencing and punishment in legal cases, so I wonder if it's inappropriate in football.
As Vox said--- perhaps something is flawed about the Brownlow when Dangerfield is ruled out for being not the fairest player. Seems totally inaccurate.
*disclaimer, I am not sure how much I believe literally anything I just said*
Post by: Aaron on August 05, 2017, 05:23:45 pm
Tonight 7:25 ::)
(same can be said for Marley Williams to North, but whatevz :P)
GL Rod
did I forget anyone else who moved to Collingwood from North?
Post by: Rod on August 05, 2017, 05:36:01 pm
We've only lost one, yes ONE game when Wells has been playing for us so hope that trend continues haha. He was BOG last week, would be sweet if he could dish up that kind of performance against his old team ;).
I think that's it but Nathan Hrovat was apparently really close to being drafted at Collingwood along with Grundy. Instead we picked up two spuds, one has left to the Dees and one barely gets a game. Hrovat was picked right after Grundy and those two other players (yes we had three picks in a row). Would be interesting to see how he goes.
I reckon it will be a good game tonight. All the best!
Post by: Aaron on August 05, 2017, 05:38:42 pm
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We've only lost one, yes ONE game when Wells has been playing for us so hope that trend continues haha.Dont hold your breath. He will stuff his leg up again... its only a matter of time. Still can't believe how you guys got him for $650k per for 3 yrs. That's insane... dont even get started on Mayne's deal.
Should be a good match :) Looking forward to mid contest. Do u reckon ur defence can contain Preuss and Brown?
God I want Benny to win the Coleman so badly. At least we'd win something this season. ::)
Post by: Aaron on August 05, 2017, 09:42:34 pm
This game is.. just... shit all round lol
P.S - If Grundy doesn't get a week for that, will be a massive joke. I know it wasn't meant to result in that, but the fact is it did and now he's off to hospital.
Post by: Rod on August 05, 2017, 10:16:03 pm
Didn't think Preuss was that good but gee Brown was marking absolutely everything. Shame he went down. Honestly, that was the point where the game started to get so boring.
He won't get any matches I don't think. It's just going to light up a lot of discussion - like what else could have Grundy done?
Post by: howey on August 06, 2017, 11:19:13 am
It's just going to light up a lot of discussion - like what else could have Grundy done?
I agree. In my opinion, very similar to the Dangerfield tackle in that it regrettably resulted in an injury, but was a perfectly legal and textbook tackle. As you say, I don't know what else he could have done, other than let Brown run off with/dispose of the ball to a teammate.
Having said that, I think he'll get a week or two because the precedent has been set now. Tackle + Concussion = Suspended.
Post by: Russ on August 06, 2017, 11:23:31 am
He's got agency, he chose to make the tackle in that way and there's definitive proof he failed to protect the head whilst doing so. Let's not pretend there's nothing he could have done differently.
Post by: brenden on August 06, 2017, 11:23:36 am
I agree. In my opinion, very similar to the Dangerfield tackle in that it regrettably resulted in an injury, but was a perfectly legal and textbook tackle. As you say, I don't know what else he could have done, other than let Brown run off with/dispose of the ball to a teammate.I agree. Either we need to change what is a legal tackle, or we need to stop saying something is dangerous only when someone becomes injured. Dangerous is a concept entirely removed from consequence - it's about potential. If Grundy's tackle was inappropriately dangerous, make it an illegal tackle and put it in writing. Otherwise, enjoy your free kick, bad luck Ben Brown.
Having said that, I think he'll get a week or two because the precedent has been set now. Tackle + Concussion = Suspended.
Post by: vox nihili on August 06, 2017, 11:29:49 am
What. He could have chosen not to pin the arms of the man he was tackling and not sling him to the ground?
He's got agency, he chose to make the tackle in that way and there's definitive proof he failed to protect the head whilst doing so. Let's not pretend there's nothing he could have done differently.
This. So. Much.
Hearing that tackle described as the perfect tackle is grating. A bloke ended up in hospital as a result of that tackle because of a head injury, ipso facto, it was anything but perfect.
Post by: brenden on August 06, 2017, 11:42:31 am
This. So. Much.Surely injury can't make something not-perfect in a contact sport? If the aim is to not hurt people and you hurt someone, then it would be imperfect. But if the aim is to say, take a mark without fumbling the ball, and in the process someone's injured in the contest, that mark doesn't become any less good.
Hearing that tackle described as the perfect tackle is grating. A bloke ended up in hospital as a result of that tackle because of a head injury, ipso facto, it was anything but perfect.
I don't see how a tackle becomes more or less perfect based on the result. It was perfect insofar that is how people get taught to lay tackles from junior footy onwards.
He could have done something differently, but probably not without improperly doing the job he's paid to do.
Post by: howey on August 06, 2017, 12:20:36 pm
Surely injury can't make something not-perfect in a contact sport? If the aim is to not hurt people and you hurt someone, then it would be imperfect. But if the aim is to say, take a mark without fumbling the ball, and in the process someone's injured in the contest, that mark doesn't become any less good.
I don't see how a tackle becomes more or less perfect based on the result. It was perfect insofar that is how people get taught to lay tackles from junior footy onwards.
He could have done something differently, but probably not without improperly doing the job he's paid to do.
Exactly my thoughts. Yes, it's terrible that Ben Brown got injured, and it's not something you ever want to see happen in a game of footy, but that doesn't mean the tackle wasn't performed well.
When you're taught to tackle, you are taught to pin the arms so that the opponent can't legally dispose of the ball. If Grundy hadn't pinned the arms, Brown would have disposed of the ball and North may have been away. Therefore, it is his job (and it is what every footballer is taught) to pin the arms.
I also personally don't think you can class this tackle as a 'sling tackle'. Brown is 100+kg - to tackle him successfully, it's going to take quite a bit of force. Grundy didn't fling him around his body, he just took him to ground in the tackle - which again, is something that you are taught to do from junior football onwards.
Either the rules need to change so that that type of tackle is illegal, or it needs to be accepted that injuries will happen and the tackle can still be legal. Because at the moment I personally think it's not good to see blokes being rubbed for tackling in the way that you are taught to tackle from U/10's upwards.
Post by: vox nihili on August 06, 2017, 12:38:43 pm
Surely injury can't make something not-perfect in a contact sport? If the aim is to not hurt people and you hurt someone, then it would be imperfect. But if the aim is to say, take a mark without fumbling the ball, and in the process someone's injured in the contest, that mark doesn't become any less good.
I don't see how a tackle becomes more or less perfect based on the result. It was perfect insofar that is how people get taught to lay tackles from junior footy onwards.
He could have done something differently, but probably not without improperly doing the job he's paid to do.
I think there are plenty of ways to tackle someone effectively without concussing them. As evidenced by the fact that concussions from tackles are relatively rare.
It's a fine line really. Accidents do happen; however, I was just disappointed to hear people discussing this particular instance as though everything about that tackle was fine. I suspect it does conform with the rules and I suspect it's in line with how people are taught to tackle, but the end result was a concussion and a hospital admission for Ben Brown. To simply dismiss it as an accident and not to examine why that came to take place is an abrogation of the club's responsibility to protect players.
Post by: Rod on August 06, 2017, 12:42:14 pm
Basically IF Grundy wanted the free kick there was nothing else he could have done. I thought it was just bad luck. And to punish Grundy for it isn't the way to go. If you want to stop this stuff what's suspending Grundy going to do? It's just going to create more confusion.
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REAL TIME football: Brown has the ball, about to pass it off - Grundy's instinct would have been to pin the arms, and use all his strength to bring a 200cm individual down. I don't understand how some of you say that wasn't a legitimate tackle - his head hit the ground yes, but was that Grundy's fault? It wasn't sling tackle, really it was just bad luck. As I said suspending Grundy won't do anything, it's a contact sport - may as well play touch football in 10 years.
Post by: vox nihili on August 06, 2017, 12:46:20 pm
If he hadn't pin the arms Brown would have hand-balled the ball off to someone else. The tackle was high intensity because Brown is 200cm/100kg and so is Grundy.
Basically IF Grundy wanted the free kick there was nothing else he could have done. I thought it was just bad luck. And to punish Grundy for it isn't the way to go. If you want to stop this stuff what's suspending Grundy going to do? It's just going to create more confusion.
Just want to make it clear that I'm not entirely sure whether Grundy should be suspended. The consensus appears to be that his tackle was fair. I also agree that there's a lot of inconsistency about how the rules are applied here and that that is bad for the game.
However, the idea that this concussion wasn't avoidable is, frankly, ridiculous. Yes, it was an accident. Just because an accident happens though doesn't mean that we shouldn't be consider (not necessarily enforcing) ways to prevent that from happening in the future. Naturally with any activity we have to accept some degree of risk, but where there are measures that can prevent concussions like this happening, we should be willing at the very least to discuss them and consider them, without simply just excusing this concussion as a foregone conclusion, which it clearly was not.
Post by: Joseph41 on August 06, 2017, 12:48:14 pm
Definitely agree that injury shouldn't be a factor.
Post by: Rod on August 06, 2017, 01:56:04 pm
However, the idea that this concussion wasn't avoidable is, frankly, ridiculous. Yes, it was an accident. Just because an accident happens though doesn't mean that we shouldn't be consider (not necessarily enforcing) ways to prevent that from happening in the future. Naturally with any activity we have to accept some degree of risk, but where there are measures that can prevent concussions like this happening, we should be willing at the very least to discuss them and consider them, without simply just excusing this concussion as a foregone conclusion, which it clearly was not.Yes I agree with this. But rather than all the attention going into Grundy's possible suspension I think it should go towards how we can adjust the rules and as you say how we can PREVENT this happening in the future. It's going to spark a lot of discussion because in the last decade footy has gotten softer and softer - I'm not too sure if everyone wants that. I was watching a 2009 preliminary final and the tackling was so ferocious - it was so much more exciting to watch. Nowadays sometimes players are even afraid to tackle as they risk giving away a soft free-kick.
But I agree if it's for the safety of our players we need to make these compromises for the game. Who would want their children to play a game where at least one kid in the team gets knocked out every week?
But once again I just don't like the attention Grundy is getting. Last night on the AFL page the headline was ''PIE FACES NERVOUS WAIT AFTER TACKLE LEAVES ROO KO'D'' - It was an accident. Lets move on and discuss how we can prevent these things from happening in the future.
Post by: vox nihili on August 06, 2017, 02:03:24 pm
Yes I agree with this. But rather than all the attention going into Grundy's possible suspension I think it should go towards how we can adjust the rules and as you say how we can PREVENT this happening in the future. It's going to spark a lot of discussion because in the last decade footy has gotten softer and softer - I'm not too sure if everyone wants that. I was watching a 2009 preliminary final and the tackling was so ferocious - it was so much more exciting to watch. Nowadays sometimes players are even afraid to tackle as they risk giving away a soft free-kick.
But I agree if it's for the safety of our players we need to make these compromises for the game. Who would want their children to play a game where at least one kid in the team gets knocked out every week?
But once again I just don't like the attention Grundy is getting. Last night on the AFL page the headline was ''PIE FACES NERVOUS WAIT AFTER TACKLE LEAVES ROO KO'D'' - It was an accident. Lets move on and discuss how we can prevent these things from happening in the future.
Hear, hear. Have nothing more to add other than to say this post is top notch
Post by: howey on August 06, 2017, 02:10:50 pm
Yes I agree with this. But rather than all the attention going into Grundy's possible suspension I think it should go towards how we can adjust the rules and as you say how we can PREVENT this happening in the future. It's going to spark a lot of discussion because in the last decade footy has gotten softer and softer - I'm not too sure if everyone wants that. I was watching a 2009 preliminary final and the tackling was so ferocious - it was so much more exciting to watch. Nowadays sometimes players are even afraid to tackle as they risk giving away a soft free-kick.
But I agree if it's for the safety of our players we need to make these compromises for the game. Who would want their children to play a game where at least one kid in the team gets knocked out every week?
But once again I just don't like the attention Grundy is getting. Last night on the AFL page the headline was ''PIE FACES NERVOUS WAIT AFTER TACKLE LEAVES ROO KO'D'' - It was an accident. Lets move on and discuss how we can prevent these things from happening in the future.
Definitely, well said.
Post by: EulerFan102 on August 06, 2017, 02:23:05 pm
Post by: Joseph41 on August 06, 2017, 04:32:53 pm
Post by: Russ on August 06, 2017, 05:13:26 pm
Surely injury can't make something not-perfect in a contact sport? If the aim is to not hurt people and you hurt someone, then it would be imperfect. But if the aim is to say, take a mark without fumbling the ball, and in the process someone's injured in the contest, that mark doesn't become any less good.
I don't see how a tackle becomes more or less perfect based on the result. It was perfect insofar that is how people get taught to lay tackles from junior footy onwards.
He could have done something differently, but probably not without improperly doing the job he's paid to do.
I think it can. If you choose to tackle in a certain way and you're able to use your momentum and strength to safely bring the player to ground then your tackle is fine. If you lay an identical tackle but you've incorrectly judged the situation and you are unable to control their fall, then your tackle is imperfect. We judge something based on how serious the outcome is all the time and the AFL have been clear about how seriously they take it. If you can't safely make the tackle then don't make it. If you think you can, go ahead, but if you're wrong you can't hide behind your intent and actions not being malicious or inappropriate. Players are being put at risk of awful long term consequences, suspensions to prevent accidents seem completely appropriate.
I also don't think the rules need significant adjusting at all - they're exceptionally clear insomuch as the AFL wishes to protect the head and if your tackling motion places the head in a vulnerable position you're walking an incredibly fine line. This is reminiscent of when the rules were changed to prevent front-on contact when a player gathers the ball.
Post by: vox nihili on August 07, 2017, 04:40:25 pm
Post by: Rod on August 07, 2017, 06:01:07 pm
Grundy's been offered two weeks...I feel as if the MRP were pressured into doing it because they kind of cornered themselves with Danger. Like if Grundy hadn't have been suspended it would have raised an uproar on why Danger got banned and potentially stripped off another Brownlow.
Ah well I'm pretty disappointed. Banning Grundy will not do anything - more of these accidents will happen.
Post by: howey on August 07, 2017, 06:24:27 pm
I feel as if the MRP were pressured into doing it because they kind of cornered themselves with Danger. Like if Grundy hadn't have been suspended it would have raised an uproar on why Danger got banned and potentially stripped off another Brownlow.
Ah well I'm pretty disappointed. Banning Grundy will not do anything - more of these accidents will happen.
I agree, I think they would have felt they had too.
Post by: Joseph41 on August 07, 2017, 06:26:40 pm
Post by: Aaron on August 07, 2017, 06:30:02 pm
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Banning Grundy will not do anythingThe fact that these incidents are being punished will most certainly mean that the rules regarding these sorts of tackles are reviewed at the end of the season. So to say that it won't do anything.. is pretty much incorrect. As long as the media hype continues.
IMO I think 2 weeks is a bit harsh, looking at it objectively without bias. I genuinely feel for Grundy given it was clearly an accident... but at the same time the result is quite dangerous.
Post by: howey on August 07, 2017, 06:56:28 pm
As a Melbourne supporter, I'd have been happier with three. 8)
Must admit I'm pretty pleased with Mumford getting the 1 week... will help us fairly significantly
Post by: Joseph41 on August 07, 2017, 06:57:52 pm
Must admit I'm pretty pleased with Mumford getting the 1 week... will help us fairly significantly
Yeah, that's definitely shit news!
(It's so weird actively caring about neutral games this late in the season hahaha.)
Post by: Aaron on August 08, 2017, 05:56:49 pm
https://www.facebook.com/nuffies/photos/a.271975999907193.1073741826.271974086574051/342797369491722/?type=3
Post by: howey on August 08, 2017, 07:01:38 pm
Something to entertain you this Tuesday afternoon:
https://www.facebook.com/nuffies/photos/a.271975999907193.1073741826.271974086574051/342797369491722/?type=3
That is so ridiculous it's hard to fathom!
Post by: Rod on August 09, 2017, 01:41:30 pm
Something to entertain you this Tuesday afternoon:
https://www.facebook.com/nuffies/photos/a.271975999907193.1073741826.271974086574051/342797369491722/?type=3That is so ridiculous it's hard to fathom!
FINALLY someone with a brain!! I agree with the Facebook post completely. Brown also faked the concussion. He was having a bad day and knew he would have no impact anyway. It was all a diabolical plan!
Post by: Aaron on August 09, 2017, 06:18:21 pm
FINALLY someone with a brain!! I agree with the Facebook post completely. Brown also faked the concussion. He was having a bad day and knew he would have no impact anyway. It was all a diabolical plan!
Jesus christ I hope you're joking
The ambulance was fake too, they hired a taxi driver with a taxi van to act as a paramedic for the stunt. BTW, it was all a well-thought out plan just to get Grundy suspended for 2 weeks. Like.. Brown used his psychic powers to make Grundy tackle him too. It's all a conspiracy!
Post by: Rod on August 09, 2017, 06:19:03 pm
Jesus christ I hope you're jokingI was lol. Offends me that you thought I wasn't lol wtf
Post by: Aaron on August 09, 2017, 06:20:57 pm
I was lol. Offends me that you thought I wasn't lol wtf
As if you respond like immediately after I posted, I wasnt finished :(
Post by: Rod on August 09, 2017, 06:26:30 pm
As if you respond like immediately after I posted, I wasnt finished :(
Jesus christ I hope you're jokingYea I agree. I reckon it was all a conspiracy done by Gillon McLachlan - it was a set up. They hate Collingwood, if Grundy was in the team we would have won our last three matches and then made finals. Now finals hopes are officially over for us and Buckley is gone.
The ambulance was fake too, they hired a taxi driver with a taxi van to act as a paramedic for the stunt
Maybe even a conspiracy against Bucks I reckon... maybe the Collingwood board paid Gillion to do this! This way Collingwood can definitely not get into the finals and Buckley will lose his job (which is what the Collingwood board has been wanting for the last two years)
Conspiracy solved by me I'm gonna post this on FB
Post by: Aaron on August 09, 2017, 06:28:41 pm
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maybe the Collingwood board paid Gillion to do this!An elaborate plan to gain attention in Collingwood's direction so they could promote Eddie for The Footy Show
Post by: Rod on August 10, 2017, 12:24:36 am
For me it's:
WB VS GWS
SYD VS FRE
GEEL VS RICH
BL VS GCFC
ESS VS ADEL
WCE VS CARL
MELB VS STK
HAWK VS NM
PORT VS COLL
Also keen to hear what everyone's predictions will be for the top 8, who just misses out and who doesn't.
Post by: vox nihili on August 10, 2017, 10:27:34 am
Post by: rocksonchan on August 10, 2017, 04:43:45 pm
What are everyone's tips for this round? :)
For me it's:
WB VS GWS
SYD VS FRE
GEEL VS RICH
BL VS GCFC
ESS VS ADEL
WCE VS CARL
MELB VS STK
HAWK VS NM
PORT VS COLL
Also keen to hear what everyone's predictions will be for the top 8, who just misses out and who doesn't.
Surely the Hawks over the dismal and depressing Kangas
Post by: Joseph41 on August 10, 2017, 06:26:31 pm
EDIT: A little surprised by the omissions, though.
Post by: Aaron on August 10, 2017, 06:43:16 pm
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dismal and depressing Kangaswho do you go for again?
In such an even comp you just don't know. If a team drops the ball on a given day, anything is possible. Wouldn't underestimate any team tbh.
My tips:
GWS
Sydney
Richmond (no Hawkins or Selwood for cats...)
Brisbane
Crows
WCE
Melb
NM
Port
One day I will get 9/9 and my multi will pay out big
Post by: Joseph41 on August 10, 2017, 06:44:12 pm
Post by: Aaron on August 10, 2017, 06:45:29 pm
Richmond supporters must be so up and about atm.
I hope they win a final (not being a smartass.. genuinely). Worst case to go out in straight sets. They've had a rough finals record the past few.
Post by: Joseph41 on August 10, 2017, 06:49:48 pm
I hope they win a final (not being a smartass.. genuinely). Worst case to go out in straight sets. They've had a rough finals record the past few.
The atmosphere of a Richmond Grand Final would simply be the most absurdly intense thing of all time.
Post by: brenden on August 10, 2017, 07:08:18 pm
Great to see Gus Brayshaw back in the squad.Riewoldt didn't get up - massive for the Dees.
EDIT: A little surprised by the omissions, though.
Post by: Joseph41 on August 10, 2017, 07:09:30 pm
Riewoldt didn't get up - massive for the Dees.
Will still get 20 touches, 10 marks and 3 goals.
Post by: vox nihili on August 10, 2017, 09:44:05 pm
Richmond supporters must be so up and about atm.
Nah mate. We're definitely keeping a lid on it
Post by: Rod on August 11, 2017, 10:17:49 pm
Dunno about Geelong-Richmond mate. Just walked past punt road and they're out there at the moment looking pretty fitJust going with gut feeling plus it's at skilled stadium !
Post by: vox nihili on August 12, 2017, 08:52:55 am
Just going with gut feeling plus it's at skilled stadium !
Yeah I agree mate. Was only stirring you. Can't see us knocking over Geelong down here, particularly when they lost their last match at Skilled
Post by: Aaron on August 12, 2017, 04:24:33 pm
Post by: Rod on August 12, 2017, 04:31:33 pm
Yeah I agree mate. Was only stirring you. Can't see us knocking over Geelong down here, particularly when they lost their last match at SkilledHehe spoke to soon mate XD. No Hawkins, no Selwood, no worries!
Cracking game though.
Post by: brenden on August 12, 2017, 10:26:31 pm
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"The home crowd gets behind them. Have a look at the free kick count," Hardwick said after the game.Bit of a cry-baby.
Still pretty bloody curious on fellows saying Hardwick's had a better coaching career than Brad Scott LOOKIN' AT YOU HOWEY
No finals wins yet, still won't have one at the end of 2017.
#richmondshade
Post by: Aaron on August 12, 2017, 11:04:28 pm
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No finals wins yet, still won't have one at the end of 2017.If they go out in straight sets, Hardwick has to go (along with a very big list refresh). That will be like the 3rd time?
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"The home crowd gets behind them. Have a look at the free kick count,"This literally happens at every home game for a team. The crowd clearly favours one team over another.
Really shits me when people compare free kick count numbers. What about a team that puts immense pressure on the opposition to get done holding the ball/delib over and over? Numbers without context.....................
P.S - What a good win by the Lions.
Post by: vox nihili on August 12, 2017, 11:09:55 pm
He has a tendency to be a bit of a sore loser but not really convinced this was one of those times.
http://m.afl.com.au/news/2017-08-12/look-at-the-free-kick-count-hardwick-unhappy
Post by: howey on August 13, 2017, 10:17:22 am
Was gonna join in and get stuck into Dimma but if you hear the quote in context it's pretty benign imo
He has a tendency to be a bit of a sore loser but not really convinced this was one of those times.
Yeah I agree, wasn't really whinging when you put it into context, was just a general comment.
What are people's thoughts on the Greene incident? Personally, I thought it was a terrible look, but I acknowledge I'm super-biased, being a Dogs supporter.
Post by: vox nihili on August 13, 2017, 10:52:22 am
Yeah I agree, wasn't really whinging when you put it into context, was just a general comment.
What are people's thoughts on the Greene incident? Personally, I thought it was a terrible look, but I acknowledge I'm super-biased, being a Dogs supporter.
Surely he has to go. He fucking fly kicked Dalhaus in the head
Post by: howey on August 13, 2017, 11:01:42 am
Surely he has to go. He fucking fly kicked Dalhaus in the head
I 100% agree, wasn't a natural action.
Post by: Rod on August 13, 2017, 03:43:07 pm
Nervous for the pies tipped against them but hoping they win lol
Post by: Aaron on August 13, 2017, 05:54:24 pm
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Got all my tips right so far but looks as if NM going to ruin it :(. Poor football, I hope they can bounce back.Mhm. Good fight back from us in third, but hard when ur vs'ing 25.
Example: Benny Brown marked at least 2 that should have been paid but weren't.
Post by: Rod on August 13, 2017, 06:26:15 pm
Mhm. Good fight back from us in third, but hard when ur vs'ing 25.Yes definitely I great fight back. I watched it up until the haws were like 25 and NM were 1 was really frustrating to watch.
Example: Benny Brown marked at least 2 that should have been paid but weren't.
Ahhh the old FREE KICK HAWTHORN
Post by: brenden on August 13, 2017, 06:32:58 pm
I 100% agree, wasn't a natural action.I wouldn't suspend him, think it was an accident and I'm no Tony Greene fan. If Dahlhaus were two inches taller, he gets hit in the chest. Greene had eyes for the ball and was protecting himself imo.
Post by: vox nihili on August 13, 2017, 10:16:27 pm
Mhm. Good fight back from us in third, but hard when ur vs'ing 25.
Example: Benny Brown marked at least 2 that should have been paid but weren't.
That screamer he took that wasn't paid was just about the saddest thing I've seen.
EDIT: he tweeted this a couple of hours ago:
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AFL umpires have to make split-second decisions, just like players. It's as simple as that. So let's all take a deep breath.
Class act. Really impressed by that.
Post by: brenden on August 13, 2017, 10:56:06 pm
That screamer he took that wasn't paid was just about the saddest thing I've seen.He's a genuinely great guy - seems pretty well educated as well tbh. Definitely a favourite (hard not to love when he comes in and wins you finals in his 10th game lol)
EDIT: he tweeted this a couple of hours ago:
Class act. Really impressed by that.
Post by: howey on August 15, 2017, 06:29:04 pm
Class act. Really impressed by that.
That is classy, considering if was clearly a wrong decision. Great to see!!
EDIT: Jeez, I hope Redpath wins his challenge at the tribunal tonight. I just can't fathom how Greene got off for kicking Dahlhaus in the face and yet Redpath got a two-match suspension for an open-handed push to the shoulder/throat. Fuming.
EDIT: Guilty. This is a load of crap.
Post by: Joseph41 on August 19, 2017, 03:59:48 pm
Post by: Aaron on August 19, 2017, 04:25:07 pm
Not sure who I want to win this Dogs v. Port match!Right team won.
You can't just let a team kick 3 unanswered in such a tight contest during the final term, especially when there's a lot on the line (e.g. finals)
In terms of finals - I think the top 6 are safe. 7th and 8th (Melb and WCE) aren't. Sneaky chance: Dons + St Kilda (although I would lean towards Essendon more).
Post by: Joseph41 on August 20, 2017, 10:39:45 am
Post by: howey on August 20, 2017, 12:00:19 pm
Pretty nervous today tbh.
Best of luck.
P.S. Dunno why you're nervous, it's not like Melbourne has a history of losing important matches ;)
Post by: Joseph41 on August 20, 2017, 12:19:04 pm
Best of luck.
P.S. Dunno why you're nervous, it's not like Melbourne has a history of losing important matches ;)
This is no time for jokes, howey. ;)
Commiserations for the other day.
Post by: Aaron on August 20, 2017, 01:22:22 pm
I don't like our chances against St Kilda... rip spoon
Post by: howey on August 20, 2017, 02:14:34 pm
Commiserations for the other day.
I cried myself to sleep last night ;)
Post by: Aaron on August 20, 2017, 05:47:01 pm
Post by: howey on August 23, 2017, 06:23:39 pm
Personally, I think Melbourne and Essendon will sew up their finals spots, and North will beat Brissy to avoid the spoon.
Also, I reckon GWS will roll Geelong to book a home final, and we won't have a single Week 1 finals match in Melbourne... :(
Post by: Aaron on August 23, 2017, 06:27:28 pm
Quote from: howey
who will win the all-important 'spoon match'?I actually want to lose. We've stuffed up the season already so may as well get something out of it (pick).
Post by: brenden on August 23, 2017, 06:56:47 pm
(If they play, probs 50-50 shot)
Edit:
Seems like Goldstein will come good. I reckon we'll have Pruess, Ziebell, Neilson as outs - with Ben McKay to debut in defence (He's played most of the VFL season as a forward... just fyi). #camraynercomeatme
Post by: Rod on August 25, 2017, 11:52:52 pm
All the best to the other popular teams on here as well (north, richmond, brisbane etc.)
edit - oh ye just remembered nobody probs supports brisbane hahahaha
Post by: Joseph41 on August 26, 2017, 08:41:24 am
gl Rod, but please just let us have this.
Post by: brenden on August 26, 2017, 10:13:10 am
Post by: Aaron on August 26, 2017, 10:22:25 am
Wishing all of the luck I can possibly muster to Brisbane and Melbourne this week!
I wish Brisbane has a very good day today and manages to find some sort of rhythm. I think if we lost, it'd be the only time I would genuinely be somewhat happy about it. While bottom of the ladder doesn't really reflect our performance, it means PIXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
Wouldn't it be interesting if the ladder wasn't based on a W/L system, rather beat the team and you swap places with them (or some other system which doesn't involve wins/losses). Given we've beaten Adelaide, Melbourne etc.. that'd be an interesting thought.
Post by: Rod on August 26, 2017, 01:01:24 pm
I remember the last time this happened - I think it was between Carlton and Melbourne? Both teams were playing such low intensity football, some forwards were playing back, defenders were playing forward. Was so obvious each were playing to lose haha. ''Kruezer cup''.
Post by: Rod on August 26, 2017, 02:10:05 pm
Post by: Aaron on August 26, 2017, 02:41:58 pm
Quote from: Rod
Is this collingwood playing?Yep.
Post by: brenden on August 26, 2017, 02:43:42 pm
Couldn't have hoped for a better start!
Post by: Aaron on August 26, 2017, 02:45:01 pm
NMFC 80% time in forward half, trailing by 16 at quarter time.
Couldn't have hoped for a better start!
Lmao. I'm just shaking my head. They're not even trying to cover it up ::) ::) 8) 8)
They dominated the entire quarter and fudged completely goal-able shots.
Edit: They can piss Lindsay Thomas off @ end of season. Given away 2 frees for HTB.. sloppy.
Post by: Joseph41 on August 26, 2017, 04:39:40 pm
Post by: Aaron on August 26, 2017, 05:00:02 pm
(I am thrilled though with a 51 point smashin)
Post by: howey on August 27, 2017, 10:11:47 am
ha ha ha
How are the nerves today, J41?
Post by: Joseph41 on August 27, 2017, 10:26:08 am
How are the nerves today, J41?
I'm in the acceptance stage of grief.
Post by: howey on August 27, 2017, 11:09:03 am
I'm in the acceptance stage of grief.
Ha ha ha. Should still be fairly safe, surely?
Post by: Joseph41 on August 27, 2017, 11:36:26 am
Ha ha ha. Should still be fairly safe, surely?
Perth, last game at Subiaco, retiring club greats, dead rubber for Adelaide, Adelaide's poor record over there, no Talia/Walker.
Hmm.
Post by: howey on August 27, 2017, 12:25:16 pm
Perth, last game at Subiaco, retiring club greats, dead rubber for Adelaide, Adelaide's poor record over there, no Talia/Walker.
Hmm.
Gee you're pessimistic. Seriously, I hope Adelaide are up by 10 goals at QT and you can breathe easy.
Post by: Joseph41 on August 27, 2017, 12:29:41 pm
Gee you're pessimistic. Seriously, I hope Adelaide are up by 10 goals at QT and you can breathe easy.
It's all part of the Melbourne Experience.
Post by: Aaron on August 27, 2017, 12:41:40 pm
Post by: Joseph41 on August 27, 2017, 01:33:29 pm
At least you're in the running.
You'd hope so after 11 years.
Post by: Aaron on August 27, 2017, 05:51:11 pm
105.2% 105.2%
dramatic scenes. God I don't want to see WCE in finals again. They are just so. bad.
Hopefully Adelaide wake up soon.
Post by: vox nihili on August 27, 2017, 06:06:10 pm
Post by: Aaron on August 27, 2017, 06:37:39 pm
WE FUCKING DID IT WE'RE IN THE TOP FOUR!!!
Now you guys just have to get over the final hoodoo and you'll be sweet :)
I'm looking forward to this finals series. Literally anything is possible. All those teams in the top 8 have been bad at some point, and pretty darn good at other times.
Although.. I don't really have a vested interest in the finals series for the first time in quite a few years... but. still. It'll be good :)
Post by: Joseph41 on August 27, 2017, 07:20:57 pm
Post by: brenden on August 27, 2017, 07:47:33 pm
lol💔😩
Post by: Joseph41 on August 28, 2017, 01:37:13 pm
Post by: vox nihili on August 28, 2017, 02:50:14 pm
Some true head-scratchers in the AA squad.
Like whom?
Post by: brenden on August 28, 2017, 04:58:28 pm
Some true head-scratchers in the AA squad.How Robbie Tarrant doesn't get in the squad is so fucking beyond me.
Post by: Joseph41 on August 28, 2017, 07:01:21 pm
Like whom?
Worked Sundays the majority of the year, so will preface by saying that I've watched the least amount of footy this year since probably 2000. But:
Spoiler
Eddie Betts: Fair enough selection. Hasn't had as dominant a year IMO, but still good enough for the 40 for sure.
Matt Crouch: Good call. Great year.
Sam Jacobs: Pretty weird year for ruckmen if you think about it. Ryder should be AA IMO, but no huge qualms with Jacobs' selection in the 40.
Rory Laird: Fair enough.
Jake Lever: I bloody hope Melbourne trades for him, and he's doubtlessly had a good year, but is getting a bit overrated IMO.
Tom Lynch: Really like him, still think he's underrated. Important player for Adelaide. Good selection.
Rory Sloane: Yep.
Taylor Walker: Shouldn't make the 22 but has had a good year.
Dayne Zorko: Should make the first 18.
Sam Docherty: Was better last year IMO. Don't think he'll make the 22.
Matthew Kreuzer: Good selection for the 40.
Jeremy Howe: Great year. Credit to him.
Adam Treloar: Nah. I rate Treloar, but I honestly don't think he's been AA quality this year. Would pick Cotchin and Oliver over him any day of the week based on this season alone.
Joe Daniher: Should make it.
Michael Hurley: No qualms.
Zach Merrett: As above. Still doesn't make up for last year's omission.
Patrick Dangerfield: Obviously.
Joel Selwood: Eh. Had a very good year, but IMO Duncan's been better.
Toby Greene: Interesting one due to games played. Is 16 games enough?
Josh Kelly: Should be just about first picked.
Tom Scully: Strangely, I actually think Scully's really underrated. Very important link-up player. I had him in my actual 22 last year.
Dylan Shiel: Fair.
Tom Mitchell: Ya.
Jeff Garlett: Nah - would prefer Fantasia. Garlett had a good year, don't get me wrong - but it was very patchy. I would have had him in the 40 a couple of months ago, but he dropped right off.
Michael Hibberd: Missed the first four through injury, but had to be selected. Great year.
Neville Jetta: Love him. Deserves the recognition. Very rarely gets beaten. He's in my 22.
Ben Brown: I have him just missing the 22, but a seriously impressive year. Obvious selection.
Robbie Gray: Yup.
Tom Jonas: I rate him as a player, but I think others were ahead of him this year.
Paddy Ryder: As above, he's my AA ruckman.
Dustin Martin: Sure.
Alex Rance: As above.
Dylan Roberton: Had a fantastic start to the year - would have been in my starting 18 halfway through, probably. Dropped off, though. Possibly borderline due to the number of similar players vying for a position.
Seb Ross: Good year, no qualms.
Lance Franklin: Gun.
Josh P Kennedy: Not his best year IMO, but gun.
Josh J Kennedy: Had to be chosen.
Jeremy McGovern: Not in my 22, but making the squad is fair enough.
Elliot Yeo: As above. Think he's becoming a little overrated.
Marcus Bontempelli: Didn't rate his year hugely tbh.
Matt Crouch: Good call. Great year.
Sam Jacobs: Pretty weird year for ruckmen if you think about it. Ryder should be AA IMO, but no huge qualms with Jacobs' selection in the 40.
Rory Laird: Fair enough.
Jake Lever: I bloody hope Melbourne trades for him, and he's doubtlessly had a good year, but is getting a bit overrated IMO.
Tom Lynch: Really like him, still think he's underrated. Important player for Adelaide. Good selection.
Rory Sloane: Yep.
Taylor Walker: Shouldn't make the 22 but has had a good year.
Dayne Zorko: Should make the first 18.
Sam Docherty: Was better last year IMO. Don't think he'll make the 22.
Matthew Kreuzer: Good selection for the 40.
Jeremy Howe: Great year. Credit to him.
Adam Treloar: Nah. I rate Treloar, but I honestly don't think he's been AA quality this year. Would pick Cotchin and Oliver over him any day of the week based on this season alone.
Joe Daniher: Should make it.
Michael Hurley: No qualms.
Zach Merrett: As above. Still doesn't make up for last year's omission.
Patrick Dangerfield: Obviously.
Joel Selwood: Eh. Had a very good year, but IMO Duncan's been better.
Toby Greene: Interesting one due to games played. Is 16 games enough?
Josh Kelly: Should be just about first picked.
Tom Scully: Strangely, I actually think Scully's really underrated. Very important link-up player. I had him in my actual 22 last year.
Dylan Shiel: Fair.
Tom Mitchell: Ya.
Jeff Garlett: Nah - would prefer Fantasia. Garlett had a good year, don't get me wrong - but it was very patchy. I would have had him in the 40 a couple of months ago, but he dropped right off.
Michael Hibberd: Missed the first four through injury, but had to be selected. Great year.
Neville Jetta: Love him. Deserves the recognition. Very rarely gets beaten. He's in my 22.
Ben Brown: I have him just missing the 22, but a seriously impressive year. Obvious selection.
Robbie Gray: Yup.
Tom Jonas: I rate him as a player, but I think others were ahead of him this year.
Paddy Ryder: As above, he's my AA ruckman.
Dustin Martin: Sure.
Alex Rance: As above.
Dylan Roberton: Had a fantastic start to the year - would have been in my starting 18 halfway through, probably. Dropped off, though. Possibly borderline due to the number of similar players vying for a position.
Seb Ross: Good year, no qualms.
Lance Franklin: Gun.
Josh P Kennedy: Not his best year IMO, but gun.
Josh J Kennedy: Had to be chosen.
Jeremy McGovern: Not in my 22, but making the squad is fair enough.
Elliot Yeo: As above. Think he's becoming a little overrated.
Marcus Bontempelli: Didn't rate his year hugely tbh.
OUT: Jake Lever, Adam Treloar, Joel Selwood, Jeff Garlett, Tom Jonas, Marcus Bontempelli
IN: Heath Grundy, Clayton Oliver, Mitch Duncan, Orazio Fantasia, Zac Williams, Trent Cotchin
So, I guess to answer your question: Treloar, Jonas, Garlett, Selwood, Lever, and to a lesser extent Bontempelli, Scully, Greene, Roberton. "Hea-scratchers" perhaps a bit far, but no Oliver and Duncan in particular are stiff.
Post by: howey on September 03, 2017, 12:05:03 pm
Worked Sundays the majority of the year, so will preface by saying that I've watched the least amount of footy this year since probably 2000. But:SpoilerEddie Betts: Fair enough selection. Hasn't had as dominant a year IMO, but still good enough for the 40 for sure.
Matt Crouch: Good call. Great year.
Sam Jacobs: Pretty weird year for ruckmen if you think about it. Ryder should be AA IMO, but no huge qualms with Jacobs' selection in the 40.
Rory Laird: Fair enough.
Jake Lever: I bloody hope Melbourne trades for him, and he's doubtlessly had a good year, but is getting a bit overrated IMO.
Tom Lynch: Really like him, still think he's underrated. Important player for Adelaide. Good selection.
Rory Sloane: Yep.
Taylor Walker: Shouldn't make the 22 but has had a good year.
Dayne Zorko: Should make the first 18.
Sam Docherty: Was better last year IMO. Don't think he'll make the 22.
Matthew Kreuzer: Good selection for the 40.
Jeremy Howe: Great year. Credit to him.
Adam Treloar: Nah. I rate Treloar, but I honestly don't think he's been AA quality this year. Would pick Cotchin and Oliver over him any day of the week based on this season alone.
Joe Daniher: Should make it.
Michael Hurley: No qualms.
Zach Merrett: As above. Still doesn't make up for last year's omission.
Patrick Dangerfield: Obviously.
Joel Selwood: Eh. Had a very good year, but IMO Duncan's been better.
Toby Greene: Interesting one due to games played. Is 16 games enough?
Josh Kelly: Should be just about first picked.
Tom Scully: Strangely, I actually think Scully's really underrated. Very important link-up player. I had him in my actual 22 last year.
Dylan Shiel: Fair.
Tom Mitchell: Ya.
Jeff Garlett: Nah - would prefer Fantasia. Garlett had a good year, don't get me wrong - but it was very patchy. I would have had him in the 40 a couple of months ago, but he dropped right off.
Michael Hibberd: Missed the first four through injury, but had to be selected. Great year.
Neville Jetta: Love him. Deserves the recognition. Very rarely gets beaten. He's in my 22.
Ben Brown: I have him just missing the 22, but a seriously impressive year. Obvious selection.
Robbie Gray: Yup.
Tom Jonas: I rate him as a player, but I think others were ahead of him this year.
Paddy Ryder: As above, he's my AA ruckman.
Dustin Martin: Sure.
Alex Rance: As above.
Dylan Roberton: Had a fantastic start to the year - would have been in my starting 18 halfway through, probably. Dropped off, though. Possibly borderline due to the number of similar players vying for a position.
Seb Ross: Good year, no qualms.
Lance Franklin: Gun.
Josh P Kennedy: Not his best year IMO, but gun.
Josh J Kennedy: Had to be chosen.
Jeremy McGovern: Not in my 22, but making the squad is fair enough.
Elliot Yeo: As above. Think he's becoming a little overrated.
Marcus Bontempelli: Didn't rate his year hugely tbh.
OUT: Jake Lever, Adam Treloar, Joel Selwood, Jeff Garlett, Tom Jonas, Marcus Bontempelli
IN: Heath Grundy, Clayton Oliver, Mitch Duncan, Orazio Fantasia, Zac Williams, Trent Cotchin
So, I guess to answer your question: Treloar, Jonas, Garlett, Selwood, Lever, and to a lesser extent Bontempelli, Scully, Greene, Roberton. "Hea-scratchers" perhaps a bit far, but no Oliver and Duncan in particular are stiff.
Selwood and Shiel making the side were probably the head-scratchers for me. Would have preferred Sloane and Kennedy. Other than that, no real issues (admit I haven't seen much of Howe this year so I can't judge how stiff he was).
Post by: Joseph41 on September 03, 2017, 12:17:39 pm
Post by: Joseph41 on September 08, 2017, 01:13:13 pm
Post by: brenden on September 08, 2017, 02:40:01 pm
Well, Adelaide are looking pretty bloody good.Right? Going to be tough to beat.
Rooting for Richmond to get an absolute shellacking tonight.
Post by: Rod on September 08, 2017, 05:31:07 pm
Post by: Aaron on September 08, 2017, 05:34:06 pm
Unlikely.. but whatevs.
I really hope Essendon do well in the finals. Same with Port. These teams that haven't been in the finals for a bit.
I enjoyed GWS losing last night. I don't know why I dislike them but I just do.
Post by: Willba99 on September 08, 2017, 05:35:17 pm
I have a 3-leg multi on Ade, Rich and Ess. Prayin for a $500 payout baby.
Unlikely.. but whatevs.
I really hope Essendon do well in the finals. Same with Port. These teams that haven't been in the finals for a bit.
I enjoyed GWS losing last night. I don't know why I dislike them but I just do.
tipping essendon against the swans??
Post by: Aaron on September 08, 2017, 05:36:34 pm
tipping essendon against the swans??
Yep. I think they can do it. Depends on whether their desire to grab it is there.
Post by: vox nihili on September 09, 2017, 08:42:53 am
Right? Going to be tough to beat.
Rooting for Richmond to get an absolute shellacking tonight.
#StraightSetsRichmond
Geeeeeeeeeet fuuuuuucked
🏻Absolutely incredible match. Atmosphere was amazing at the G. Just the joy on people's faces when for the first time in decades they had a little hope.
Good team effort the win itself. I don't feel like we really relied on Dusty, although he was bloody dangerous with ball in hand. A lot of our second tier players really put in good performances.
Cotchin was pretty bloody good too, particularly in the first quarter. He was extremely hard at it, which I think helped the boys lift.
Post by: brenden on September 09, 2017, 10:24:23 am
Post by: Joseph41 on September 09, 2017, 10:36:51 am
8)
Post by: brenden on September 09, 2017, 10:43:55 am
Should have been at Kardinia Park.It's pretty rubbish isn't it, that Richmond cop the advantage despite finishing lower? I mean, if I were the AFL, I'd hold it at the MCG as well but yeah... bit dog, isn't it?
8)
Post by: Aaron on September 09, 2017, 12:39:42 pm
It's pretty unfair. Did you notice the ratio of Richmond to Geelong supporters in the crowd. It was basically a Richmond home game when you think about it...
(although i'm not complaining. Richmond winning works out well for me 8))
Post by: Rod on September 09, 2017, 09:10:38 pm
Dusty is a freak.
PA vs WCE looks pretty good, hoping for a good finish as well. All other games have been blow outs! Lets hope for at least one close contest!
Post by: Rod on September 09, 2017, 10:52:27 pm
Take that ya Port scum!! I'm jumping on the West Coast bandwagon for the final series! Go Eagles!
Post by: Aaron on September 09, 2017, 10:54:00 pm
That's what is called earning your spot.
Post by: vox nihili on September 10, 2017, 12:59:25 am
Should have been at Kardinia Park.
8)
I agree. Amazing spectacle but at the same time I think holding it at the MCG diminishes the integrity of the game. That's a serious home advantage and the cats earned it.
Our local newspaper down here was fucking savage about the cats too. Last week the front cover was of some woman who had knitted cats jumpers for her chickens, then today they just tore shreds.
Also WCE V PA was one for the ages wow
Post by: Joseph41 on September 10, 2017, 08:18:31 am
Post by: howey on September 10, 2017, 11:10:41 am
I feel a little bot sorry for Port supporters - such a tough way to end a season.
Post by: vox nihili on September 10, 2017, 12:33:34 pm
Port vs. WCE - Wow! One of the better matches I've seen. Such a tense finish!
I feel a little bot sorry for Port supporters - such a tough way to end a season.
Was a pretty unfortunate match for Port. For most of the match they annihilated the Eagles around the ground (exception being the first quarter) and really should have ended up a long way in front. They just couldn't find the goals.
Post by: Rod on September 11, 2017, 12:32:34 pm
Port vs. WCE - Wow! One of the better matches I've seen. Such a tense finish!Honestly, it was the best game I've ever seen! What a way to finish the first week of finals!!
I feel a little bot sorry for Port supporters - such a tough way to end a season.
Post by: Joseph41 on September 12, 2017, 06:50:14 pm
Post by: Rod on September 16, 2017, 05:02:53 pm
ADEL VS GEE (+Dangerfield)
RICH VS GWS/WCE
So excited. What's everyone tips?
I reckon GWS over WCE by 30 today (I want WCE to win).
Then ADEL over GEE by 15 points
RICH over GWS by 5
Then GF: Rich over Adel by 50 points OR Rich choke and lose ;) ;) ;)
Post by: Aaron on September 16, 2017, 05:14:57 pm
Rich v WCE will play at MCG, so Rich will smash WCE.
Ade v Gee, played at AO so I reckon Ade will get up.
Rich v Ade GF, Ade to absolutely obliterate Rich.
There ya go. ;)
Spoiler
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Post by: Joseph41 on September 16, 2017, 05:54:42 pm
Hope it happens.
Post by: Aaron on September 16, 2017, 08:18:41 pm
Post by: Rod on September 16, 2017, 09:03:31 pm
Well, this game is just very sad at the moment.So much for the WCE upset haha
••• Been a really average final series so far. 5/6 games one sided with really just one entertaining game.
Post by: Joseph41 on September 16, 2017, 09:05:36 pm
Post by: S200 on September 16, 2017, 09:07:37 pm
I had one of those $10 buckets of Maltesers coming if West Coast made it... :(
Was a forlorn hope... :-\
Post by: Joseph41 on September 16, 2017, 09:16:48 pm
Post by: S200 on September 16, 2017, 09:20:13 pm
Hope Richmond wins next week after the siren.+1000!!!
Hell yes!
Ideal play...
Dusty breaks through three strong mid-defence with his 'Don't Argue' and kicks back across the face to a set shot from 45 out.... :D
Post by: Aaron on September 17, 2017, 01:43:52 pm
Quote from: Rod
••• Been a really average final series so far. 5/6 games one sided with really just one entertaining game.Agree. Loved the Port v WC game. Rest were just flat.
I am hopeful that the prelims are close... nothing beats a tug-o-war game.
Post by: M909 on September 17, 2017, 02:17:47 pm
Sydney and West Coast tips going well.I've gotten exactly 1 in every week of the finals 😭😭😭, I feel they've been a little all over the place
Post by: Rod on September 17, 2017, 02:47:44 pm
Basically if Adelaide and Richmond get through, do you think it's fair that the game will be played at the MCG even though Adelaide finished first on the ladder? Adelaide have been very poor at the MCG, nearly lost to my mighty pies lol.
Yes I know - every Grand Final has been played at the MCG for so many years. More $$$$$$$ for AFL if at MCG so that's always a big factor.
But now since the game has grown so much, and it's considered our ''national'' sport, wouldn't you rather see a more fair competition where it's not biased towards Victorian clubs? Whoever finishes higher gets a HOME game regardless.
Post by: howey on September 17, 2017, 03:45:30 pm
I am hopeful that the prelims are close... nothing beats a tug-o-war game.
Both have the potential to be really tough, tight games, I think.
Post by: vox nihili on September 17, 2017, 04:12:53 pm
I want to start a bit of a debate now, see what you guys think.
Basically if Adelaide and Richmond get through, do you think it's fair that the game will be played at the MCG even though Adelaide finished first on the ladder? Adelaide have been very poor at the MCG, nearly lost to my mighty pies lol.
Yes I know - every Grand Final has been played at the MCG for so many years. More $$$$$$$ for AFL if at MCG so that's always a big factor.
But now since the game has grown so much, and it's considered our ''national'' sport, wouldn't you rather see a more fair competition where it's not biased towards Victorian clubs? Whoever finishes higher gets a HOME game regardless.
Hmm I think in most places you'd get shouted down for this view, but I can see where it's coming from and definitely see the logic.
I was disappointed they played Geelong's finals at the G. That certainly damages the integrity of the finals.
However, the MCG has always been the home of the grand final, and I think that in many ways that tradition is important to the game. Moreover, community out reach is really important, so having the final in Victoria, where footy is most popular, is critical. If you played it at Adelaide, you simply wouldn't get a single supporter in. It'd be all corporate tickets etc
Post by: howey on September 19, 2017, 07:25:01 pm
I want to start a bit of a debate now, see what you guys think.
Basically if Adelaide and Richmond get through, do you think it's fair that the game will be played at the MCG even though Adelaide finished first on the ladder? Adelaide have been very poor at the MCG, nearly lost to my mighty pies lol.
Yes I know - every Grand Final has been played at the MCG for so many years. More $$$$$$$ for AFL if at MCG so that's always a big factor.
But now since the game has grown so much, and it's considered our ''national'' sport, wouldn't you rather see a more fair competition where it's not biased towards Victorian clubs? Whoever finishes higher gets a HOME game regardless.
I see your point, and I think it would be fairer, but I think that logistically it's impossible, considering things like tickets, catering, entertainment etc. are prepared for weeks before the game, and therefore the ground where it is being held has to be determined months in advance.
I think it would also be a shame if many people couldn't go to the game because of a smaller capacity ground - it's basically impossible to get tickets as it is.
Post by: Rod on September 22, 2017, 08:17:13 pm
Post by: Aaron on September 22, 2017, 08:26:19 pm
Another blowout.
Another entertaining prelim*
(so far, subject to change).
But srsly. Not entertaining at all when one side is kickin ass
Post by: sweetiepi on September 23, 2017, 06:50:46 pm
Post by: Aaron on September 23, 2017, 07:50:32 pm
Now that is what you call a prelim!
I am tipping the Crows to win by a very small margin next week.
Post by: Rod on September 23, 2017, 09:47:15 pm
Hope it's a cracking game today.My tips have been good. Margins off though.
ADEL VS GEE (+Dangerfield)
RICH VS GWS/WCE
So excited. What's everyone tips?
I reckon GWS over WCE by 30 today (I want WCE to win).
Then ADEL over GEE by 15 points
RICH over GWS by 5
Then GF: Rich over Adel by 50 points OR Rich choke and lose ;) ;) ;)
Tipping Richmond by 50 over Adelaide on Saturday. However I really do hope it's a cracking match.
Post by: Joseph41 on September 23, 2017, 09:50:52 pm
Post by: vox nihili on September 23, 2017, 10:50:48 pm
Enjoy, Trav!
Thanks mate!
Managed to snag tickets to this arvo’s match. One of the best experiences of my life. The atmosphere was indescribable.
Post by: Aaron on September 25, 2017, 11:35:59 pm
Post by: Joseph41 on September 25, 2017, 11:42:51 pm
Post by: vox nihili on September 26, 2017, 08:09:33 am
Post by: Rod on September 26, 2017, 10:17:26 pm
Howe about mark of the year though. Could not believe that Joey won that. Absolutely ripped offI don't understand why he couldn't at least give Howe some sort of credit when he went up and spoke? Like ''Howe's mark was amazing... he may be a bit unlucky'' or even ''I can't believe I won this award it should have gone to Howe'' ... like he 100% knew he didn't deserve it, the room went all silent when his name was called out.
All I can say this probably isn't the first time where he has won an award he doesn't deserve. Joe is used to this sort of stuff. All you need these days is wealth, a famous last name and by the looks of it a porn star moustache to get anything in the world.
Absolute flog.
Post by: Aaron on September 26, 2017, 10:24:14 pm
Quote from: Rod
Absolute flog.salty collingwood supporter :P
Natural to defend your own player ;)
Post by: Aaron on September 29, 2017, 12:23:56 pm
Winner + margin. Go
Mine: Crows by 11.
Post by: Rod on September 29, 2017, 03:13:38 pm
Margin: 28 points
Norm Smith: Dustin Martin
First goal: Jenkins
Post by: Willba99 on September 29, 2017, 03:16:31 pm
Norm Smith goes to Brad Crouch and first goal to Eddie
Gonna be a no contest I believe. Adelaide in fine form
Post by: Joseph41 on September 29, 2017, 07:36:27 pm
EDIT: Actually, I love Lynch as a player and usually back him for stuff like this. But I'll stick with Laird.
Post by: vox nihili on September 29, 2017, 09:48:13 pm
Post by: spectroscopy on September 30, 2017, 04:00:36 am
the killers are performing pre-game too. might end up being a better show than the actual match LOL
Post by: Joseph41 on September 30, 2017, 08:45:22 am
Sooooo I won FUCKING TICKETS this afternoon!!!!!!!!!!!!
Living the dream mate. Hope it goes well for you. Have enjoyed watching Richmond play this year - particularly Cotchin.
Post by: Sine on September 30, 2017, 12:15:21 pm
Winnder: Crows
Margin: 25 points
Norm Smith: Matt Crouch
Post by: Aaron on September 30, 2017, 01:02:52 pm
I win like 400 bux if this happens (god pls).. long shot tho
I would love to see Richmond win - imagine the roar. My head says Adelaide will win but my heart says Richmond.
They both have had droughts for some time... at least it's good to see two different teams here :)
Post by: M909 on September 30, 2017, 01:59:23 pm
Post by: Aaron on September 30, 2017, 02:19:19 pm
Gotta say, The Killers are probably one of the best final acts this decade :) And even though I'm a pies fan, go Adelaide
Agree. That was great.
Post by: Willba99 on September 30, 2017, 04:49:46 pm
Post by: Aaron on September 30, 2017, 05:20:30 pm
Post by: Joseph41 on September 30, 2017, 05:48:43 pm
Post by: Quantum44 on September 30, 2017, 06:49:22 pm
I feel somewhat sorry for the Adelaide supporters as they were certainly the best team of the year on a whole.
I don’t think Dusty was a particularly worthy recipient of the Norm Smith. Some of his ‘don’t argue’s’ turned into holding the ball unfortunately and he wasn’t at the top of his game. Houli played very well but probably not well enough for a Norm Smith. I honestly thought Rance was gonna get it but Richmond were so dominant in the last half that he didn’t get enough of the ball. Still gotta admit a Brownlow + Norm Smith in the same year is bloody impressive.
So great to see Richo presenting the premiership, what a legend. Never saw this coming from 13th last year, so props to Dimma for upping his coaching game.
Post by: vox nihili on September 30, 2017, 09:46:44 pm
Congrats, Trav.
Thanks mate.
Absolutely bloody amazing day. So glad I got to go.
Also, I actually won $1000 today too
as part of the competition I won, I got to go out on the MCG and kick for cash. Needless to say I did a shocking job and so ended up with the 1K consolation prize.
Post by: Rod on September 30, 2017, 10:16:28 pm
Also predicted Dusty as the NS!
Happy for them! Feel bad for Adelaide!!!
Post by: Aaron on October 05, 2017, 01:50:16 pm
NM better bloody use that #4 pick well. My god.
Post by: Joseph41 on October 05, 2017, 01:51:32 pm
I love trade/draft period.
NM better bloody use that #4 pick well. My god.
Do you want to trade it, or take it to the draft?
Post by: Aaron on October 05, 2017, 01:54:05 pm
Do you want to trade it, or take it to the draft?
Take it to the draft. If we're going to rebuild, i'd rather we do it properly rather than bring in an established player.
Post by: Joseph41 on October 05, 2017, 01:55:59 pm
Take it to the draft. If we're going to rebuild, i'd rather we do it properly rather than bring in an established player.
Yeah, fair call. It's a shame North could lure neither Martin nor Kelly. I really think you need a couple of genuine gun midfielders but, otherwise, IMO your list isn't in too bad a shape. Your finishing position this year definitely doesn't reflect your talent, I reckon.
Post by: Aaron on October 05, 2017, 02:11:40 pm
Yeah, fair call. It's a shame North could lure neither Martin nor Kelly. I really think you need a couple of genuine gun midfielders but, otherwise, IMO your list isn't in too bad a shape. Your finishing position this year definitely doesn't reflect your talent, I reckon.
Given that at least in the first half of the season pre much most of our games were lost by under a goal. Very very bad luck. But I can't make excuses, shoulda coulda woulda.... things can only go up. Yeah, our midfield imo is the biggest problem and the lack of experience. Like you have to consider that second half of the season our forward line even was terrible. We had Waite, Wood etc out which left holes in our 22 lineup because players had to get shuffled around. The only decent target was Ben Brown
Post by: Aaron on October 06, 2017, 05:59:26 pm
Post by: Aaron on October 07, 2017, 11:41:55 pm
Sam Gibson delisted. Dunno about this decision...
Reports they are delisting Corey Wagner too. Must be some things planned during trade/draft period.... mmmm
Post by: Aaron on October 11, 2017, 05:29:55 pm
https://www.facebook.com/punterspage/videos/1859757004053659/
New Perth Stadium LED light display. HUUGE
Post by: Joseph41 on October 12, 2017, 10:26:39 am
B: Jetta - O McDonald - Lever
HB: Hunt - Frost - Hibberd
Tom McDonald forward. I like that.
Post by: Rod on October 13, 2017, 01:08:15 pm
Post by: Joseph41 on October 17, 2017, 04:15:59 pm
I vote no.
Post by: Aaron on November 25, 2017, 12:43:08 pm
I wanted Billy Hartung so that's a great pickup esp. with that late pick
The #4 sounds really good too. Although.. it's one thing to sound good but to play under pressure of AFL that's a different story
Post by: Joseph41 on December 01, 2017, 04:31:06 pm
B: N Jetta | O McDonald | J Lever
HB: M Hibberd | S Frost | J Lewis
C: J Hunt | C Oliver | A Brayshaw
HF: C Petracca | J Hogan | J Melksham
F: J Garlett | T McDonald | J Harmes
R: M Gawn | N Jones | J Viney
I/C: D Tyson | A Neal-Bullen | C Salem | M Hannan
Back depth: J Smith | J Wagner | D Keilty | P McKenna | H Petty
Mid depth: B Vince | B Stretch | C Maynard | H Balic | T Bugg | J Kennedy-Harris | O Baker
Ruck depth: M King | L Filipovic
Forward depth: C Pedersen | A vandenBerg | S Weideman | T Smith | D Kent | B Fritsch | C Spargo | D Johnstone
I reckon that’s a pretty nice line-up. The Lever acquisition allows TMcDonald to play permanent forward/ruck. Decent enough depth on each line. Smith in particular could come in for, say, Frost (who I feel the coaches don’t rate as highly as supporters), for smaller forward lines (such as Richmond’s). I see Lewis playing back this year in a Hodge sort of role, allowing Hunt to play more on a wing. TMcDonald closer to home also allows Hogan to roam more up the ground, where I think he’s most dangerous. I have Harmes in the starting 18. He’s not big, but plays bigger than he is; he’s got a good mark on him. I think he’s dangerous in a pocket, but I’m sure many others will rotate through that position (vandenBerg if fully fit would be ideal).
Vince has been a great servant of the club, but I think he’s almost done. I don’t have him in the best 22 this year. I certainly don’t want him anywhere near the back 50. I was expecting us to draft a mature ruckman the other week, because without Spencer, I’m iffy on our ruck stocks if Gawn goes down again. Pedersen and TMcDonald can both do the job, and it’s good to have the flexible Pedersen in particular as depth, but I don’t think I’d want them doing it long-term. We also don’t have Watts now, who was good for a chop-out.
Post by: brenden on December 01, 2017, 05:28:33 pm
Post by: Aaron on December 01, 2017, 05:29:57 pm
HF, F, C, HB, B, R, I/C: Luke Davies-Uniacke, Rising Star and Brownlow Medalist 2018.
Will be the AFL GOAT
(living in a fantasy world here but jeez it looks great)
Post by: Joseph41 on December 01, 2017, 05:31:48 pm
HF, F, C, HB, B, R, I/C: Luke Davies-Uniacke, Rising Star and Brownlow Medalist 2018.
And so it begins. 😂
Post by: brenden on December 01, 2017, 05:40:54 pm
And so it begins. 😂I originally had a 22 with every achievable award attributed to a North player. I'll make a legit one later - there's actually some tough decisions around the midfield/forward line (backline basically writes itself).
Post by: Aaron on December 04, 2017, 03:19:48 pm
Speed is what we neeeeed
Post by: Rod on December 08, 2017, 10:29:31 pm
FB: Crisp - Dunn - Maynard
HB: Murray - Goldsack - Howe
C: Wells - Treloar - Varcoe
HF: De Goey - Moore - Sidebottom
FF: Elliot - Reid - Fasolo
FOLL: Grundy - Adams - Pendlebury
INT: Hoskin-Elliott, Stephenson, Greenwood, Phillips.
Hoping for the best.
Post by: Aaron on February 24, 2018, 02:10:07 pm
Demons v North :)
Edit: Some stiff calls already. Hopefully not a sign of things to come.
Post by: The Special One on February 24, 2018, 05:13:53 pm
Anyone know where I can find the Premiership and LaLiga football thread?
Post by: Joseph41 on February 24, 2018, 05:39:34 pm
This isn't the football I know.
Anyone know where I can find the Premiership and LaLiga football thread?
Have you checked other threads on the sport board? If there isn't one, you're welcome to create one.
Post by: The Special One on February 25, 2018, 12:16:33 am
Have you checked other threads on the sport board? If there isn't one, you're welcome to create one.
Cheers for the heads up, looks like there's nothing I may make a prem one later
Post by: Calebark on February 25, 2018, 02:40:36 pm
This isn't the football I know.
Anyone know where I can find the Premiership and LaLiga football thread?
We have a thread for all kinds of soccer here. It's stickied on the sports board.
Post by: The Special One on February 25, 2018, 03:03:36 pm
We have a thread for all kinds of soccer here. It's stickied on the sports board.
Cheers for that, thread hadn't been posted in months so i missed it, gave a post and hopefully it springs to life again
Post by: Joseph41 on March 02, 2018, 07:04:25 pm
Looking forward to watching Zanker in particular tonight.
Post by: Joseph41 on March 17, 2018, 08:57:18 pm
Classic.
Post by: vox nihili on March 19, 2018, 08:35:35 pm
Post by: brenden on March 19, 2018, 08:55:04 pm
Post by: vox nihili on March 20, 2018, 07:19:16 am
North Melbourne def GC margin 120 how’s that for legit tipping m8
#leadership
Post by: brenden on March 20, 2018, 11:41:53 am
#leadershipHahahahaha this legit cracked me up 😂
Post by: username2000 on March 20, 2018, 11:57:45 am
Post by: Joseph41 on March 20, 2018, 11:58:35 am
does anyone go for bulldogs on here
howey does!
Post by: Joseph41 on March 22, 2018, 09:54:12 am
1. GWS
2. Adelaide
3. Essendon
4. Richmond
5. Geelong
6. Sydney
7. Port Adelaide
8. Hawthorn
9. Western Bulldogs
10. St. Kilda
11. Collingwood
12. Brisbane
13. North Melbourne
14. Carlton
15. Fremantle
16. Gold Coast
17. West Coast
18. Melbourne
Premiers: GWS
Brownlow: Josh Kelly
Norm Smith: Stephen Coniglio
Rising Star: Alex Witherden
Obviously a bit tongue-in-cheek with Melbourne, but I've had too many instances of having my hopes and dreams crushed haha.
Post by: brenden on March 22, 2018, 09:58:32 am
Post by: Joseph41 on March 22, 2018, 09:59:00 am
Why the fall from WCE?
I basically listed the teams randomly because it's such a futile process lol.
Post by: S200 on March 22, 2018, 09:59:43 am
I recon it'll be about 3rd-4th
Don's tipped for the flag.
Gold Coast for the spoon
Post by: username2000 on March 22, 2018, 10:08:44 am
Predictions?scuse my ignorance but is this afl?
1. GWS
2. Adelaide
3. Essendon
4. Richmond
5. Geelong
6. Sydney
7. Port Adelaide
8. Hawthorn
9. Western Bulldogs
10. St. Kilda
11. Collingwood
12. Brisbane
13. North Melbourne
14. Carlton
15. Fremantle
16. Gold Coast
17. West Coast
18. Melbourne
Premiers: GWS
Brownlow: Josh Kelly
Norm Smith: Stephen Coniglio
Rising Star: Alex Witherden
Obviously a bit tongue-in-cheek with Melbourne, but I've had too many instances of having my hopes and dreams crushed haha.
Post by: Joseph41 on March 22, 2018, 10:18:52 am
scuse my ignorance but is this afl?
Those teams are in the AFL, yep.
Post by: Aaron on March 24, 2018, 08:21:49 pm
The ground has puddles everywhere and whenever somebody gets tackled/tries to spoil they slide. Poor low scoring game at the moment.
Post by: Aaron on March 25, 2018, 06:04:05 pm
Gawn and Gone.
Jeezus he was right infront of it too
Post by: Joseph41 on March 25, 2018, 06:06:13 pm
When I have kids, they can support whoever they want, because I can't have them dealing with this heartbreak so consistently.
Post by: Rod on March 27, 2018, 03:14:05 pm
Post by: Aaron on March 30, 2018, 07:06:28 pm
Post by: Rod on April 11, 2018, 07:03:15 pm
I watched my dear pies for the first time this season last Friday, and it was honestly one of the most boring games I've ever watched (even though we won). How does Collingwood V Carlton game get a Friday night slot anyway? Gee.
Thoughts so far everyone? I'm convinced the top 4 will include: GWS, Sydney, Geelong and... wait for it... MELBOURNE!
Post by: Aaron on April 11, 2018, 07:06:14 pm
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Good effort by NM last week tbh. They'll destroy Carlton this week hopefully.Had our moments. Goldy was performing crap in the ruck and we had Tarrant out who single handedly carries the backline (Thompson is getting a bit old now.. will be retiring in the next few i reckon if not this year).
Post by: brenden on April 13, 2018, 08:23:50 pm
NM should be putting the hurt on Carlton at Blundstone tomorrow. Concerning if we don't.
Post by: vox nihili on April 14, 2018, 10:00:53 am
Post by: Aaron on April 14, 2018, 04:16:54 pm
The fuck happened in Adelaide last night?
Just Adelaide having another choke. Blundstone Ade v NM anybody?
Kudos to the Pies. Great win.
Quote from: brenden
NM should be putting the hurt on Carlton at Blundstone tomorrow. Concerning if we don't.You know, I'm not even shocked when they lose anymore.
Post by: vox nihili on April 14, 2018, 08:45:14 pm
Post by: Aaron on April 14, 2018, 10:06:56 pm
Tbh should've smashed them by 100+, we were a bit sloppy too but i'll take 86 8)
Post by: vox nihili on April 14, 2018, 11:24:21 pm
Cracker of a game that one :)
Tbh should've smashed them by 100+, we were a bit sloppy too but i'll take 86 8)
Thought this was a response to me for a second, was worried you'd lost the plot.
Did think of you when I saw that result come up. A bit of good news for you for once is great!!
Post by: Aaron on April 14, 2018, 11:54:40 pm
Thought this was a response to me for a second, was worried you'd lost the plot.
Did think of you when I saw that result come up. A bit of good news for you for once is great!!
The Tigers v Lions match I had to read the scores carefully. Thought the Lions' score was a typo. That's absolutely putrid.
Thanks :) I like these wins. Blundstone has been really good for us.
I don't like the next 5 matches though..... that'll certainly show if we're any good or not.
Post by: Joseph41 on April 15, 2018, 05:52:46 pm
Post by: brenden on April 15, 2018, 07:23:17 pm
Supporting Melbourne is a lifestyle.😢
Post by: Sine on April 15, 2018, 07:26:58 pm
Post by: vox nihili on April 15, 2018, 09:45:45 pm
I don't follow AFL but how did brisbane only score 17 points???
Alex Rance
Post by: Rod on April 16, 2018, 02:59:38 pm
I don't follow AFL but how did brisbane only score 17 points???Queensland hopeless in a Victorian sport
I reckon bringing in Gold Coast into the competition was a really bad move by the AFL - gonna really hurt Brisbane now with membership, players and etc.
Post by: brenden on April 19, 2018, 08:33:20 pm
Post by: Aaron on April 19, 2018, 08:47:43 pm
IMO for I/C they'll keep LDU, Clarke, Turner and Simpkin. If anyone of the new ins is going to get a shot it will be Zurhaar. I don't think they'd risk a match like the Hawks to Wright, McKay or Walker in.
Post by: brenden on April 21, 2018, 09:22:32 pm
#littlevictories
Post by: vox nihili on April 21, 2018, 09:52:10 pm
Post by: Aaron on April 22, 2018, 02:40:47 am
Fuck Lindsay Thomas.
When I heard he was called to play, I just laughed.
I was waiting for the report.
He just can't help himself.
Post by: vox nihili on April 22, 2018, 01:41:05 pm
When I heard he was called to play, I just laughed.
I was waiting for the report.
He just can't help himself.
Bloke has a bloody death wish doing that to Scott Selwood too.
Dreadful crowd, to boot. Actually booed a bloke after he walked off a minute after having his head taken off.
Post by: Joseph41 on April 22, 2018, 04:23:54 pm
Post by: brenden on April 22, 2018, 04:32:43 pm
Really, really impressed by North at the moment. Enjoying this.Got wifi 15 mins ago. 11.30pm in hotel. Shook af at half-time scoreline. Keen to pump the radio in the second half.
Ben Jacobs an absolute star, Mitchell 11 possessions to half time.
Post by: Aaron on April 22, 2018, 04:46:18 pm
I JUST HOPE THEY CAN HOLD IT FOR THE %%%
Post by: Rod on April 25, 2018, 06:08:23 pm
Trying to keep a lid on, but if we beat the Tiges I'm going to go absolutely ham
Post by: Joseph41 on April 25, 2018, 06:10:10 pm
Supporting Melbourne is a lifestyle.
Quoted for relevance.
Post by: vox nihili on April 25, 2018, 06:24:28 pm
Quoted for relevance.
Honestly would have to be the single most frustrating thing. They were so bloody good in the first and the third, moving the ball really well and then that insane pressure in their forward 50. Just failed to take those opportunities in the end and then, in classic Melbourne style, laid down and let us absolutely pulverise you.
Post by: brenden on April 25, 2018, 08:01:50 pm
Quoted for relevance.Sad reacts only.
Post by: Joseph41 on April 29, 2018, 03:32:24 pm
Post by: Aaron on April 29, 2018, 03:46:04 pm
Quote from: Joseph41
Melbourne has had an absolute ride with the umpiring todayMeh, happens with most teams at some point. Umpiring is very inconsistent across the board.
Exhibit A: NM v. Port game y'day.
Also: You guys did well 8)
Post by: Joseph41 on April 29, 2018, 04:04:19 pm
Meh, happens with most teams at some point. Umpiring is very inconsistent across the board.
Exhibit A: NM v. Port game y'day.
Also: You guys did well 8)
Yeah, but when I'm shaking my head on behalf of Essendon supporters, it's particularly bad. You're right, though; I'm sure Melbourne will cop it in return at some point.
Anyway, yeah - glad we pulled it together in the second half at least.
Post by: vox nihili on April 30, 2018, 02:10:38 am
Still a lot of good signs for Collingwood. No forward depth, but their back line held up really well and their mid field is fucking elite. They forced us to win at our best today and only really lost it when they ran out of steam.
Post by: Rod on April 30, 2018, 12:03:27 pm
Collingwood v Richmond was a cracker of a match, although umpiring was a bit shocking both ways. How Cotchin didn’t get done for pushing Treolar into the ground in front of the umpire being Exhibit A.I was at the game yesterday and was really pleased with how we went. I don't think the final score was a good representation of how competitive the game was. We just seemed to run out of legs in the last quarter. Had two on the bench + the four day break.
Still a lot of good signs for Collingwood. No forward depth, but their back line held up really well and their mid field is fucking elite. They forced us to win at our best today and only really lost it when they ran out of steam.
Yep we don't have any forwards that will consistently kick at least 2-3 goals per game. Need a big forward like that. I also think we need one more really elite midfielder that can use the ball well. The amount of times we turned it over in the middle plus in the forward 50 was crazy. Daniel Wells would fit in well but I don't really want to include someone that's going to play 7-8 games per season into our plans for the future.
We took a break for the first time in the whole game in that 4-5 minute mark of the fourth quarter, and you guys kicked 4 goals in 4 minutes. That kinda sealed it and showed us if you want to beat a decent team you cannot afford to rest for a single minute.
Post by: Aaron on May 05, 2018, 11:12:02 pm
Post by: Rod on May 06, 2018, 12:53:09 am
Really happy for you Aaron!!
Hope my pies can follow the great turnaround north have been able to do!
Post by: Aaron on May 06, 2018, 01:46:58 am
KANGAS playing like LEEGEENNDDSSSS.
Really happy for you Aaron!!
Hope my pies can follow the great turnaround north have been able to do!
I actually missed the match tonight as I was out but from the sounds of it, it was great and close! I'll have to catch up on the replay when it pops up.
Bit disappointed with Benny Brown only kicking 1 goal, not usually like him to miss a few. Wood on fire (that could've been structured better)
Post by: Rod on May 12, 2018, 10:53:49 pm
Post by: Aaron on May 12, 2018, 10:55:49 pm
Predictions for two cracking games tomorrow?
NM, Cats.
Having Dud Wells in your team is going to slow you down.
realistically i think the tigers are gonna demolish us but you know.. anything's possible. we've proven all the haters wrong already so anything else is a bonus
In terms of my tipping this week, this provides a great snapshot.. I got 8/9 last week:
Spoiler
(https://screenshotscdn.firefoxusercontent.com/images/8018472b-cf23-4ea8-9cf7-9bc0cec167b6.png)
Post by: vox nihili on May 12, 2018, 11:28:55 pm
realistically i think the tigers are gonna demolish us but you know.. anything's possible. we've proven all the haters wrong already so anything else is a bonus
God I hope if we're gonna do that, that we do it in the first quarter rather than fucking around for three quarters and then blasting away. Can't handle the nerves for another week.
Post by: Aaron on May 12, 2018, 11:45:01 pm
God I hope if we're gonna do that, that we do it in the first quarter rather than fucking around for three quarters and then blasting away. Can't handle the nerves for another week.
i think you typed the wrong font size... i'll forgive you this time ;)
I reckon we'll give you a run for your money, that's for sure. Proof v Syd, v Haw.. need a good scalp and Richmond will certainly do it.
Post by: Joseph41 on May 13, 2018, 06:57:26 am
God I hope if we're gonna do that, that we do it in the first quarter rather than fucking around for three quarters and then blasting away. Can't handle the nerves for another week.
It must be tough being a Richmond supporter at the moment. ;)
Post by: Aaron on May 13, 2018, 03:54:52 pm
<3
Post by: vox nihili on May 13, 2018, 06:05:13 pm
It must be tough being a Richmond supporter at the moment. ;)
Have actually coded and died
Post by: Aaron on May 13, 2018, 10:12:31 pm
Post by: Aaron on May 19, 2018, 04:30:04 pm
Post by: Aaron on May 20, 2018, 04:41:19 pm
Edit: Lions doing alright too so far!
Post by: vox nihili on May 20, 2018, 10:32:31 pm
Post by: S200 on May 20, 2018, 11:13:06 pm
Rage quitting this thread
Half time was good... :|
Post by: Aaron on May 21, 2018, 03:22:42 pm
Rage quitting this thread
Can't win em all ;)
At least you went down against a top quality opponent unlike some other teams this round...
P.S - Update on the 3 man tipping for 2018:
Spoiler
(https://screenshotscdn.firefoxusercontent.com/images/19502b85-756d-496a-b8eb-fa81da7cb4b4.png)
If you would like to join (just for fun), here is the link: https://tipping.afl.com.au/tipping/index.html#/comp/18223/about?code=TSC9L476
Post by: Rod on May 25, 2018, 02:39:40 am
COLL VS WB at ES (Why the fuck is our home game at ES?) = COLL
RICH VS STK at MCG = RICH
BRI VS SYD at GABBA = BRI
GEEL VS CARL at GS = GEEL
GIANTS VS ESS at SO = GIANTS
HAWKS VS WCE at ES = WCE
MELB VS ADEL at TP = MELB
FREO VS NM at OS = FREO (Sorry Aaron, hope I'm wrong).
Post by: vox nihili on May 25, 2018, 08:47:27 pm
Tips for this week everyone? :). Here are mine:
COLL VS WB at ES (Why the fuck is our home game at ES?) = COLL
RICH VS STK at MCG = RICH
BRI VS SYD at GABBA = BRI
GEEL VS CARL at GS = GEEL
GIANTS VS ESS at SO = GIANTS
HAWKS VS WCE at ES = WCE
MELB VS ADEL at TP = MELB
FREO VS NM at OS = FREO (Sorry Aaron, hope I'm wrong).
Are you part of our tipping comp????
Post by: Aaron on May 25, 2018, 08:50:59 pm
Are you part of our tipping comp????
Nope he isnt :) Get on it Rod.... time is running out
Tips for this week everyone? :). Here are mine:
COLL VS WB at ES (Why the fuck is our home game at ES?) = COLL
RICH VS STK at MCG = RICH
BRI VS SYD at GABBA = BRI
GEEL VS CARL at GS = GEEL
GIANTS VS ESS at SO = GIANTS
HAWKS VS WCE at ES = WCE
MELB VS ADEL at TP = MELB
FREO VS NM at OS = FREO (Sorry Aaron, hope I'm wrong).
Freo have played really well at Optus so it wouldn't surprise me if they won. However..... I can't deny the fact that North has been playing quite well so far.
Post by: Rod on May 25, 2018, 11:53:34 pm
Post by: vox nihili on May 26, 2018, 12:59:02 pm
Unfortunately I do not have a tipping account this year. Those were just random tips I've made for this week. I'll get up next season hopefully.
Neither did I until last week, just make one m8 :D
Post by: spectroscopy on May 26, 2018, 04:38:51 pm
Freo have played really well at Optus so it wouldn't surprise me if they won. However..... I can't deny the fact that North has been playing quite well so far.North has been so good. They are probably the second most under-rated side after brisbane. not saying brisbane should be top 4 or top 8 but they are definitely the best 1-9 team in history and have been really close to winning in alot of their games. i think their win loss record isnt really reflective of their skill and i suspect some mean reversion should take place in the second half of the season with them moving up to being mid table. that said its still a bit unlikely they beat the swans today.
Post by: S200 on May 26, 2018, 09:24:12 pm
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It also continued a winning streak against the Lions that dates back to 2009:)
Post by: Rod on May 27, 2018, 04:56:38 pm
Good effort by NM last week tbh. They'll destroy Carlton this week hopefully.Sydney: Good call
Thoughts so far everyone? I'm convinced the top 4 will include: GWS, Sydney, Geelong and... wait for it... MELBOURNE!
Melbourne: Gooooood call
Geelong: Hmm not sure
GWS: LOOOOOOOOOOOOoooOOL
Post by: Aaron on May 27, 2018, 05:13:02 pm
Post by: S200 on May 27, 2018, 05:15:45 pm
GWS: LOOOOOOOOOOOOoooOOLYeah... What has happened to GWS?
I guess they are semi-premiership team now...
Post by: vox nihili on May 27, 2018, 07:53:18 pm
Worried about the Tigers atm. Bit of a form slump mid season I reckon. I guess as long as we regroup at the end we'll be all right.
Post by: S200 on May 27, 2018, 08:19:33 pm
Ah well...
Post by: spectroscopy on May 27, 2018, 08:21:30 pm
Yeah... What has happened to GWS?They just have a super depleted team with injuries and not much depth in their roster.
I guess they are semi-premiership team now...
losing to the cats in geelong with a depleted team is understandable. losing to west coast anywhere is ok too and they only lost by 15.
North are REALLY good at the moment, plus GWS played in geelong, then back to sydney, then tasmania which is tiring plus that was a super windy match and ben brown was kicking goals left right and centre. so that ones understandable. and essendon are a pretty volatile team really with good potential. off field drama and stuff with the coaches etc. has caused them to crap their pants one week and put up a solid performance the next. their only other away game this year was a 16 point loss to freo which is a solid away performance against a healthy freo at the time especially considering how good freo have been in perth until this week (again though north are on a roll) so i think gws losing to the bombers this week is again fine.
i think round 10 was the least shocking of the season so far given teams current form, injuries, rosters, and play style matchup. although I am disappointed in the lions kicking accuracy given they've been amazing since round 7 or so. thats the one tip i got wrong >:( what the hell is with the lions forward line they need some big targets up there cos this week they were just running around like headless chooks every time they got an inside 50.
Post by: Aaron on May 27, 2018, 09:55:26 pm
Post by: Aaron on May 29, 2018, 10:36:53 pm
This is what i've currently got.
SYD V CARL = SYD BY 30
WB V MELB = MELB
HAW V PORT = HAW
GC v GEE = GEE
ESS v RICH = RICH (this tip makes me nervous after essendon's past 2 weeks)
WC v STK = WC
NM v BRI = NM
COLL v FRE = COLL
ADE v GWS = ADE (this was tough, deciding who is worse at the moment.... i am on the fence with this one)
Post by: S200 on May 29, 2018, 11:00:40 pm
I'm also unsure about the Dons... They are very haphazard right now.
Post by: vox nihili on May 30, 2018, 06:47:51 pm
Tips for Round 11 folks?
This is what i've currently got.
SYD V CARL = SYD BY 30
WB V MELB = MELB
HAW V PORT = HAW
GC v GEE = GEE
ESS v RICH = RICH (this tip makes me nervous after essendon's past 2 weeks)
WC v STK = WC
NM v BRI = NM
COLL v FRE = COLL
ADE v GWS = ADE (this was tough, deciding who is worse at the moment.... i am on the fence with this one)
Essendon making me nervous as well. Richmond haven't played well for a good 5-6 weeks now, so getting very nervy about this one. Could be the best chance of an upset this round.
Post by: spectroscopy on May 30, 2018, 07:21:07 pm
but the big upset might be (and i might change my tip) could be the suns to beat geelong. the cats have been playing pretty poorly really plus been hit with a few injuries and I have to think that a large part of the gold coast being shithouse up until now was because of their absolutely ridiculous travel schedule.
lets take a look at their matches so far in order:
cairns (beat north)
etihad (beat carlton)
perth (lose to freo but close)
perth AGAIN(smashed by west coast fair enough)
gabba (beat brisbane still not a home game)
adelaide
BALLARAT
back to the gabba
CHINA
they have literally had the worst possible schedule for the first half of the year living their life in planes and hotels and not being able to have good recovery sessions and just solid training. now they have had a bye and are coming back into their first match in their home stadium all year with a lot of people coming back into the squad. Sam Day, Tom Lynch and Jack Martin coming back. I can really see gold coast doing it. Of course we dont know how good they will be yet when fully fit and rested with a full squad but we have barely seen the teams potential all year I think.
Post by: Aaron on June 01, 2018, 10:24:34 pm
Quote from: Aaron
SYD V CARL = SYD BY 30What a prediction :P
Carlton quite competitive for most of it.
Post by: S200 on June 02, 2018, 10:23:13 pm
Post by: Aaron on June 02, 2018, 10:29:49 pm
Josh J 6.1! holy cow he's killing it right now!!!
fair effort
Edit: Brave comeback from St Kilda... just not enough!!!
Post by: vox nihili on June 03, 2018, 04:32:34 pm
I think richmond will still win it but I definitely see dreamtime at the g being a big match. Especially since the tigers will have Houli out injured, dion prestia wont be back til after the bye and jack reiwoldt is still uncertain but probably playing, and the bombers will have hurley back. either way will be close.
but the big upset might be (and i might change my tip) could be the suns to beat geelong. the cats have been playing pretty poorly really plus been hit with a few injuries and I have to think that a large part of the gold coast being shithouse up until now was because of their absolutely ridiculous travel schedule.
lets take a look at their matches so far in order:
cairns (beat north)
etihad (beat carlton)
perth (lose to freo but close)
perth AGAIN(smashed by west coast fair enough)
gabba (beat brisbane still not a home game)
adelaide
BALLARAT
back to the gabba
CHINA
they have literally had the worst possible schedule for the first half of the year living their life in planes and hotels and not being able to have good recovery sessions and just solid training. now they have had a bye and are coming back into their first match in their home stadium all year with a lot of people coming back into the squad. Sam Day, Tom Lynch and Jack Martin coming back. I can really see gold coast doing it. Of course we dont know how good they will be yet when fully fit and rested with a full squad but we have barely seen the teams potential all year I think.
God hindsight’s a bitch 😂
I tipped Suns tbh. Thought the cats had looked pretty flat. Also agreed that Dreamtime would be a tight one. Really glad we finally found some form. Our effort in the second quarter was second to none, back to our best at that point.
Post by: Aaron on June 03, 2018, 04:40:26 pm
54 points seems like a lot but imo we could've done much better. Second half was average at best. Umpiring was absolutely atrocious as per usual.
Ahern absolutely superb on debut.... loved it.
Good to get the 4pts but overall wasn't the best game. Should've dominated by 100+ based on the first half.
Edit: AAARGH So close to 9/9 tips!! Bloody GWS.
Post by: spectroscopy on June 04, 2018, 12:47:44 am
God hindsight’s a bitch 😂
I tipped Suns tbh. Thought the cats had looked pretty flat. Also agreed that Dreamtime would be a tight one. Really glad we finally found some form. Our effort in the second quarter was second to none, back to our best at that point.
Yea I was at dreamtime at the G and left at 3 quarter time. it could've been anyones game for a bit but when the bombers were two goals down they missed some opportunities that really should've been a couple of goals then the tiges ran away with it in the second quarter. definitely the better side on the night. and yeah even though the cats won in the end I still think based on the information we had available before the match it really could've been anyones game. at least now we know the suns are actually ashit and not just when they are jetlagged LOL
An OK win against the Lions today.North are so good this season. they have an easy schedule up ahead too. could seriously finish top 4 on the ladder. so dangerous all over the field and so many guns on the team. hope they beat the cats next week
54 points seems like a lot but imo we could've done much better. Second half was average at best. Umpiring was absolutely atrocious as per usual.
Ahern absolutely superb on debut.... loved it.
Good to get the 4pts but overall wasn't the best game. Should've dominated by 100+ based on the first half.
Edit: AAARGH So close to 9/9 tips!! Bloody GWS.
Post by: Aaron on June 04, 2018, 05:25:09 pm
PORT v RICH = RICH BY 20
GEEL v NM = NM
GWS v GC = GWS
STK v SYD = SYD
BL v ESS = BL
FRE v ADE = FRE (will depend on Fyfe's tribunal outcome tomorrow night, might change)
MELB v COLL = MELB (at the moment, tempted to tip against esp. with Lever out now)
Post by: Joseph41 on June 04, 2018, 05:26:59 pm
Tips for Round 12:
PORT v RICH = RICH BY 20
GEEL v NM = NM
GWS v GC = GWS
STK v SYD = SYD
BL v ESS = BL
FRE v ADE = FRE (will depend on Fyfe's tribunal outcome tomorrow night, might change)
MELB v COLL = MELB (at the moment, tempted to tip against esp. with Lever out now)
I think Lever out will hurt us a bit. He's been very good the last month.
Post by: spectroscopy on June 04, 2018, 06:39:17 pm
Post by: Rod on June 04, 2018, 08:44:38 pm
PORT v RICH = RICH
GEEL v NM = NM
GWS v GC = GWS
STK v SYD = SYD
BL v ESS = BL
FRE v ADE = ADE
MELB v COLL = COLL <3. Going to be a cracking game. Going to buy tickets for it now
Post by: Aaron on June 05, 2018, 06:22:54 pm
Post by: Joseph41 on June 05, 2018, 06:27:00 pm
Nat Fyfe's tribunal challenge has failed. RIP brownlow
I actually haven't seen the incident, but did you think it was worth a week, Aaron?
Post by: Aaron on June 05, 2018, 06:29:37 pm
I actually haven't seen the incident, but did you think it was worth a week, Aaron?
Yeah, Greenwood doesn't even have the ball and he still chose to lift the elbow. That's the way I saw it anyway.
It was a quick decision but the wrong one to make from him.
Has been a week ban given for a lot less.
Post by: vox nihili on June 05, 2018, 09:07:40 pm
Yeah, Greenwood doesn't even have the ball and he still chose to lift the elbow. That's the way I saw it anyway.
It was a quick decision but the wrong one to make from him.
Has been a week ban given for a lot less.
Agreed. Feel real sorry for him to be honest. A big price to pay for a quick but ultimately dumb decision like that.
Post by: Aaron on June 06, 2018, 02:44:08 pm
Does anyone else think this whole MRO (match review officer) thing is bullcrap? One person deciding the penalties for all players in the AFL. I know Michael Christian is a veteran in this space but surely there's another way?
Post by: Joseph41 on June 06, 2018, 02:47:24 pm
and Simpkin got off a 2-match ban!! Thank god for frame by frame shots.
Does anyone else think this whole MRO (match review officer) thing is bullcrap? One person deciding the penalties for all players in the AFL. I know Michael Christian is a veteran in this space but surely there's another way?
The person who submitted those frame-by-frame shots is on BigFooty; they have a thread over there at the moment celebrating that fact haha.
Post by: vox nihili on June 06, 2018, 09:58:34 pm
and Simpkin got off a 2-match ban!! Thank god for frame by frame shots.
Does anyone else think this whole MRO (match review officer) thing is bullcrap? One person deciding the penalties for all players in the AFL. I know Michael Christian is a veteran in this space but surely there's another way?
What really grinds my gears about the MRO is that he submits himself to an interview about his decisions, and also comments on things that are going to the tribunal, which could prejudice the result. It really shits me that the tribunal has this quasi-legal structure and yet its processes are so poor.
Post by: Aaron on June 09, 2018, 04:24:54 pm
Absolutely butchered the game apart from the third quarter.
the cycle continues:
1. give false hope
2. butcher chances
3. repeat 1 & 2
Not impressed at all
Post by: S200 on June 09, 2018, 08:53:28 pm
Post by: vox nihili on June 09, 2018, 08:55:35 pm
Sinclair and Franklin ripping it up! :D
How good is Buddy holy shit
Post by: Aaron on June 09, 2018, 09:45:53 pm
St Kilda are in crisis. They have gone from bad to worse. They need to change something bigtime because clearly long term it hasn't paid off whatever they've been doing.
Winning the inside 50 count but 70 points down. Lol
Post by: Rod on June 11, 2018, 11:57:03 am
Post by: Joseph41 on June 12, 2018, 09:13:33 am
Good luck Joseph
Thanks man - would have given you the same had I seen this before the game.
Obviously pretty disappointing for Melbourne, but like, we were just comprehensively outplayed. Not overly upset about it because I think Collingwood were stellar. Really nice spread in particular is what I noticed - and shut down Melbourne's running game, too.
De Goey was amazing, Stephenson very good, Cox impressive. A good day for Collingwood fans overall, you'd have to say.
Glad the FightMND stuff all went well. Good result outside of footy!
Post by: Rod on June 12, 2018, 03:30:40 pm
Thanks man - would have given you the same had I seen this before the game.No worries man.
Obviously pretty disappointing for Melbourne, but like, we were just comprehensively outplayed. Not overly upset about it because I think Collingwood were stellar. Really nice spread in particular is what I noticed - and shut down Melbourne's running game, too.
De Goey was amazing, Stephenson very good, Cox impressive. A good day for Collingwood fans overall, you'd have to say.
Glad the FightMND stuff all went well. Good result outside of footy!
Yeah that was the best I've seen us play in a while. To be fair though I don't think that was anywhere near Melbourne's best. The midfield was really not there at any moment of the game. I think that's where the game was won for us, we absolutely destroyed the clearances.
I hope we can keep this up throughout the season. It's been really tough supporting Collingwood for the last six years, especially when Buckley took over. We're finally playing some exciting brand of footy (going into the corridor, putting immense defensive pressure to create turnovers, 3rd and 4th efforts, team performances instead of individual performances, etc).
I reckon Melb will bounce back and still finish top 4. I hope they do.
Post by: Joseph41 on June 12, 2018, 03:34:44 pm
No worries man.
Yeah that was the best I've seen us play in a while. To be fair though I don't think that was anywhere near Melbourne's best. The midfield was really not there at any moment of the game. I think that's where the game was won for us, we absolutely destroyed the clearances.
I hope we can keep this up throughout the season. It's been really tough supporting Collingwood for the last six years, especially when Buckley took over. We're finally playing some exciting brand of footy (going into the corridor, putting immense defensive pressure to create turnovers, 3rd and 4th efforts, team performances instead of individual performances, etc).
I reckon Melb will bounce back and still finish top 4. I hope they do.
Agree - game was won/lost in the middle. I don't think Gawn had his usual dominance (Grundy's influence, I guess). And we just seemed outnumbered at every contest. Like I said earlier, I thought Collingwood's spread was stellar - we were smashed time after time on the rebound.
Exciting times for you based on yesterday's game. I was really, really impressed with Collingwood. Definitely didn't pick them as a top four contender at the start of the year, but here we are!
Hope you enjoy the win. :)
Post by: Aaron on June 14, 2018, 11:49:08 pm
Post by: Rod on June 15, 2018, 12:21:51 am
Wells investment $$ going stellarGlass. That's all I'm going to say.
He hasn't done much these last two games anyway. Hopefully last Monday was his last ever game for us. With De Goey and Phillips having breakouts this season we don't need him anymore.
Post by: S200 on June 15, 2018, 11:13:05 pm
Heeney awesome as always, Sinclair was nice... Did well to keep Nic Nat's influence in check imo.
Aliir Aliir was my biggest surprise tonight... Even that free he gave away I couldn't criticise...
Tbh, I reckon that Hayward could have done with another falcon around the 3qtr time mark, would have "got his head in the game"... :'(
Only one really great contribution, consistently missed his targets.
Overall, I liked our pressure, but without Lloyd and Grundy being strong, and Aliir's stellar work, Eagles would have sliced us open in the first half.
Can't argue with Yeo though. He was epic to watch, and his 3rd qtr goal was the best of the game.
Post by: Aaron on June 16, 2018, 08:31:47 pm
Post by: Aaron on June 18, 2018, 05:39:12 pm
WCE v ESS = WCE by 24
PORT v MEL = PORT
HAW v GC = HAW
BL v GWS = GWS
WB v NM = NM
COLL v CAR = COLL
Post by: Rod on June 18, 2018, 05:57:32 pm
PORT v MEL = PORT
HAW v GC = HAW
BL v GWS = BL
WB v NM = NM
COLL v CAR = COLL
Post by: Aaron on June 19, 2018, 03:28:39 pm
http://www.afl.com.au/match-centre/2018/14/wb-v-nmfc
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Prediction: North Melbourne by 45 points.
I rate the Dogs much higher than that tbh. They have always been a team that has been difficult for us.
Post by: Joseph41 on June 19, 2018, 03:30:05 pm
#positivity
Post by: Aaron on June 19, 2018, 03:40:38 pm
I think Melbourne's going to get absolutely rolled on Friday.
#positivity
I don't think it'll be a smashing but I reckon Port will win. It's at Adelaide Oval so you know... very difficult to win there. Given the tight comp I think your big wins may be beneficial in the end.
This is the % of people who tipped each team to win out of the Haw v GC clash this weekend. Very even results I say :) haha GC are in biiig trouble
(https://screenshotscdn.firefoxusercontent.com/images/20b1fe51-87c8-44f9-a1a4-11c13c9bb73f.png)
Post by: Joseph41 on June 19, 2018, 04:00:28 pm
Post by: Aaron on June 21, 2018, 10:56:58 pm
Post by: S200 on June 21, 2018, 11:58:10 pm
But yeah. Bloody good work!!
Post by: Aaron on June 22, 2018, 12:29:42 am
Thanks Dons for screwng up my tip!! :)
But yeah. Bloody good work!!
I don't think many would've tipped that
Post by: Aaron on June 22, 2018, 09:24:21 pm
Post by: Joseph41 on June 22, 2018, 10:37:41 pm
Post by: Aaron on June 23, 2018, 08:30:28 pm
One word: umpiring.
Post by: Rod on June 23, 2018, 09:13:42 pm
The voice box is getting a good workout tonight.Been shocking
One word: umpiring.
Post by: Aaron on June 23, 2018, 09:54:41 pm
Take that umpires!!
Post by: Aaron on June 25, 2018, 03:06:42 pm
Post by: Joseph41 on June 27, 2018, 04:41:50 pm
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North Melbourne have made an aggressive $5 million offer for Collingwood midfielder Jordan De Goey.Source.
The starting offer is for $1 million a year for five years for the young out-of-contract Pies star.
@Aaron @Rod @Everybody
Thoughts?
Post by: Aaron on June 27, 2018, 04:54:22 pm
Source.
@Aaron @Rod @Everybody
Thoughts?
Too much.
I agree we need possibly 1 or 2 more high-end talent but I think that money should be better spent on our guys first for their development. We have a real good few, as evident in our season so far.
Post by: Joseph41 on June 27, 2018, 04:54:54 pm
Too much.
Bloody good player, though, and sounds as though you have the salary cap room. Would be a nice addition.
Post by: Aaron on June 27, 2018, 04:57:02 pm
Bloody good player, though, and sounds as though you have the salary cap room. Would be a nice addition.
Sure... I don't deny that.
Personally wouldn't be surprised if Jarrad Waite retires at the end of the year.... chuck in Scott Thompson too (although I think he will go another year). We have a stockpile of guys sitting in the VFL at the moment just waiting for their chance, too.
Post by: Joseph41 on June 27, 2018, 05:00:05 pm
Sure... I don't deny that.
Personally wouldn't be surprised if Jarrad Waite retires at the end of the year.... chuck in Scott Thompson too (although I think he will go another year). We have a stockpile of guys sitting in the VFL at the moment just waiting for their chance, too.
So is the objection more like, team morale/culture-based?
Post by: Aaron on June 27, 2018, 05:01:53 pm
So is the objection more like, team morale/culture-based?
I suppose so. We've had some guys in the VFL/reserves for a while now who have been with us for at least a few years who haven't had a shot at AFL level yet. It's great to see players like Majak who have been with us for 8-9 years finally fitting into our AFL side on a consistent basis. Somebody like Braydon Preuss is being under-utilised and wasting away in the VFL. His hit out numbers in the VFL are insane but can't get in because we have Majak, Ben Brown and Goldy as the rucks in the AFL team. Wouldn't be surprised if he tries to jump ship soon.
I mean, could you imagine somebody like Shaun Higgins who is in brownlow contention, getting paid less than someone like Jordan De Goey? Meh.... dunno about you but I wouldn't like that.
I don't like players leaving for financial reasons so it goes against my own morals I suppose. Luckily I don't manage the team :P
Post by: Aaron on June 28, 2018, 06:55:16 pm
My tip for tonight: Richmond by 10.
Why is this being played at Etihad? Who knows...
Not confident.
Post by: S200 on June 28, 2018, 07:01:48 pm
Sydney!! by 18 :)
Post by: Joseph41 on June 28, 2018, 07:04:04 pm
No idea who's going to win tonight, but I'm bloody stoked Trengove is getting a run for Port this week. Excited to see Petty, too.
Post by: S200 on June 28, 2018, 10:05:21 pm
:'(
Post by: Aaron on June 29, 2018, 11:52:54 pm
Post by: Aaron on July 01, 2018, 03:57:28 pm
Post by: Joseph41 on July 01, 2018, 03:57:54 pm
Post by: Aaron on July 01, 2018, 06:13:14 pm
Post by: Aaron on July 05, 2018, 03:53:31 pm
http://www.afl.com.au/news/2018-07-05/lebrons-conditioning-guru-joins-the-roos
Post by: Aaron on July 14, 2018, 04:16:46 pm
Post by: Joseph41 on July 14, 2018, 04:27:40 pm
Lions being pretty darn impressive lately! They have just knocked the Hawks off down in Tassie!
Very handy for both of our clubs!
Post by: Aaron on July 14, 2018, 04:36:40 pm
Very handy for both of our clubs!
I know!! Now we're in the 8 with +2%.. that'll probably go if we lose to the Swans tomorrow.
I like our chances, though.
Post by: S200 on July 14, 2018, 10:52:24 pm
I know!! Now we're in the 8 with +2%.. that'll probably go if we lose to the Swans tomorrow.Unfortunately, so do I...
I like our chances, though.
I'm not sure if we have the depth to fend you off without the beardy-man, Jack, and hanners...
But I hope we still make it...
Sucks about Richmond. They need an away win...
Post by: Aaron on July 14, 2018, 11:14:05 pm
Post by: Rod on July 20, 2018, 04:15:48 pm
Post by: Aaron on July 20, 2018, 04:18:55 pm
Good luck for tomorrow Aaron !
Ta. Feeling nervous? ;)
Post by: Rod on July 20, 2018, 05:34:12 pm
Ta. Feeling nervous? ;)Yup! We've got some players in the team (Cox, WHE, Stephenson) who are playing with niggles. Haven't been the same since Treloar went down either, we look much slower, his run was so important to us.
I feel as if atm NM have a better list going into the game.
EDIT - Also since Dunn went down we haven't had a tall key defender. Young Moore is going to be on Ben Brown, in before he kicks a big bag.
Post by: Aaron on July 20, 2018, 05:42:40 pm
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Young Moore is going to be on Ben Brown, in before he kicks a big bag.At least we'll win something this year. Colemannnnnnnnnnnnn
Should've done the job on Sydney last week but lacked the polish needed to finish them off. Hopefully they've fixed that for tomorrow's match.
Post by: S200 on July 20, 2018, 08:24:39 pm
I thought he was quite enough against Sydney thanks!!
Should've done the job on Sydney last week but lacked the polish needed to finish them off. Hopefully they've fixed that for tomorrow's match.
Post by: Aaron on July 20, 2018, 09:13:33 pm
I thought he was quite enough against Sydney thanks!!
Was talking from a whole team point of view. Brown was good but Ziebell and Daw were just as fab. I was shocked to see Daw actually kicking goals accurately. Putting him in defense has clearly given him some sort of boost 8)
You guys were extremely lucky last week. :)
Post by: S200 on July 21, 2018, 07:15:28 am
You guys were extremely lucky last week. :)Yup!
I found it just hilarious that Aliir was the pinch kicker... :D
He is coming out of defense pretty well, but it was a big surprise to see him go up forward...
Post by: Rod on July 21, 2018, 01:34:29 pm
Our next tallest defender is Scharenberg who is only 191cm. Mihocek will now need to drop back as well. Ben Brown has about 10cm on our tallest defenders playing today, GG.
Post by: Joseph41 on July 21, 2018, 01:49:08 pm
Darcy Moore a late out.
Our next tallest defender is Scharenberg who is only 191cm. Mihocek will now need to drop back as well. Ben Brown has about 10cm on our tallest defenders playing today, GG.
Definitely a big out. Dunn is a big losd also as he can play much taller than he is. Will Howe be able to drop off and create a little less?
Post by: Rod on July 21, 2018, 01:57:45 pm
Definitely a big out. Dunn is a big out as he can play much taller than he is. Will Howe be able to drop off and create a little less?Dunn was our best key defender, been the rock in our defence. He has been out for two weeks now. Inexperienced Moore was expected to fill his shoes but late out.
Schazz will probably take on Brown and Howe on Majak Daw. BOTH undersized compared to their opponents.
Also I really hope Mihocek doesn't have to go back considering how well he has started aha
Post by: Joseph41 on July 21, 2018, 02:00:37 pm
North's wayward kicking has been costly.
Post by: Aaron on July 21, 2018, 02:05:53 pm
Post by: Joseph41 on July 21, 2018, 02:06:38 pm
hopefully we can wake up...... soon...
Mihocek is really doing some damage.
Post by: Rod on July 21, 2018, 02:07:31 pm
^Think Dunn has had an underrated career in general. Was pretty upset for him when he went down considering he never saw any success at the Dees. Cruel game.Definitely! The boys from Melbourne (Dunn and Howe) pretty much make up our defence. Everyone else is quite young and we've made a defence around Dunn and Howe. So glad we got them!
North's wayward kicking has been costly.
Post by: Joseph41 on July 21, 2018, 02:08:14 pm
Definitely! The boys from Melbourne (Dunn and Howe) pretty much make up our defence. Everyone else is quite young and we've made a defence around Dunn and Howe. So glad we got them!
Funny to think you basically gave us Kennedy for both.
Post by: Rod on July 21, 2018, 02:09:50 pm
Funny to think you basically gave us Kennedy for both.Harry and a draft pick as well?
But yeah we definitely profited from that haha xD.
Post by: Aaron on July 21, 2018, 02:19:50 pm
Feels like there is a slight momentum shift in the last couple of mins. We got 2 quick ones. That quarter was shocking from us.... poor... very poor.
Post by: Joseph41 on July 21, 2018, 03:20:22 pm
Harry and a draft pick as well?
But yeah we definitely profited from that haha xD.
Nah. Kennedy and Howe were both part of the four-club trade that also involved Seedsman and Toumpas, plus a bunch of picks. Can't remember the exact intricacies (will look it up in a second), Collingwood basically got Howe for Kennedy, although it wasn't quite that clear-cut due to other parts of the deal.
Dunn we gave you for a three pick upgrade or something equally negligible.
Lumumba was in a different deal entirely - the three-way trade that saw Varcoe go to Collingwood and Clark to Geelong.
EDIT: Looked them up. Details below.
Deal 1: Howe
Quote from: afl.com.au
In the complex deal:
- Adelaide received Seedsman and gave up pick No.32;
- Collingwood received Howe and pick No.68 and gave up Seedsman and Kennedy;
- Melbourne received Kennedy and picks No.29 and 50 and gave up Howe and Toumpas;
- Port Adelaide received Toumpas and pick No.32 and gave up picks No.29, 50 and 68
Deal 2: Dunn
Quote from: afl.com.au
The 29-year-old has been swapped along with the Demons' pick 51 for Collingwood's pick 47.
Deal 3: Lumumba
Quote from: The Age
The Clark-Varcoe-Lumumba deal, while separated from the Beams trade, was linked because Collingwood could not have traded Varcoe in without trading Beams out and would not have let Beams go unless Varcoe came in. And this required the release of Lumumba.
Post by: S200 on July 21, 2018, 03:22:38 pm
what the actual?
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Incidentally, CrownBet is offering 101:1 for a NM recovery. Gonna happen Aaron?
Post by: Joseph41 on July 21, 2018, 03:26:38 pm
Sydney goal-less second qtr?
what the actual?
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Incidentally, CrownBet is offering 101:1 for a NM recovery. Gonna happen Aaron?
Hard to see them get ten goals back in a quarter and a half given the current state of the game haha.
Post by: Aaron on July 21, 2018, 03:46:13 pm
I am disgusted.. we haven't played this badly all year.
Only thing that will change my opinion is a 8-goal fightback and a win.
I feel that the 3rd quarter was better by us. We have gained control over the cont poss and clearances which were in Coll's favour at half time.. so there's a slow momentum shift but yeah.... very unlikely to win.
Post by: Joseph41 on July 21, 2018, 04:05:55 pm
Sydney goal-less second qtr?
what the actual?
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Incidentally, CrownBet is offering 101:1 for a NM recovery. Gonna happen Aaron?
Make that a goalless half!
Post by: Rod on July 21, 2018, 05:15:18 pm
Our defence stood up today even with our tallest defender being only 191cm. Need someone to fill in Dunn's role quick, I can see a Riewoldt or a Franklin absolutely making most of our undermanned defence.
Happy with the midfield, Adams and Phillips have standing up for Treloar's absence. Foot skills have improved dramatically since last year, taking risks by going into the corridor and paying off. Even with Treloar out we still transition so fast when the opposition turns it over.
Got Richmond and Sydney to come lol. Hoping for the best! If we win both I'm tipping us to go really deep in finals! Up the pies!
Post by: Joseph41 on July 21, 2018, 05:35:16 pm
Post by: Aaron on July 21, 2018, 05:51:06 pm
I must admit some of the umpiring calls were absolutely atrocious throughout that game. Very soft frees being paid all round.
Really hope we pull our finger out and fix whatever that performance was.... that was not how we usually play in the slightest. I really do want to say 'off day'......
Post by: Aaron on July 21, 2018, 10:06:20 pm
Post by: Joseph41 on July 21, 2018, 10:13:46 pm
Post by: Aaron on July 21, 2018, 10:30:29 pm
Spoiler
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Geelong's a tough place to win at. Least it wasn't a flogging like some other teams today ;)
Post by: Joseph41 on July 21, 2018, 10:38:00 pm
Post by: vox nihili on July 21, 2018, 11:27:38 pm
Club should fold.
I was sitting in the Melbourne cheer squad tonight...... great place to be 😶
Post by: Joseph41 on July 21, 2018, 11:50:30 pm
I was sitting in the Melbourne cheer squad tonight...... great place to be 😶
I bet.
Post by: Rod on July 22, 2018, 02:33:03 am
All our teams on this thread (COLL, RICH, MELB, NM) have a good chance to play finals this season. Hoping we all make it! It will certainly make this thread very active!
@Trav thoughts for Saturday?
Post by: S200 on July 27, 2018, 07:38:49 pm
Swans by 4 goals
Post by: Joseph41 on July 27, 2018, 07:50:53 pm
Swans vs Dons...
Swans by 4 goals
Silly by Jones.
Post by: S200 on July 27, 2018, 08:22:17 pm
Silly by Jones.
Post by: Aaron on July 27, 2018, 09:29:47 pm
Goddard's had a few whacks already
Edit: So glad I changed my tip at the last minute 8)
Post by: Aaron on July 28, 2018, 06:01:49 pm
Can forget finals if we drop this one.
Post by: vox nihili on July 29, 2018, 02:22:57 pm
tfw North still loses tomorrow with Kennedy and Shuey out.
Can forget finals if we drop this one.
Most frustrating match I've watched
Post by: brenden on July 29, 2018, 02:56:18 pm
Most frustrating match I've watchedWhy’s that?
I’m listening on radio at the moment. It’s exciting audio only, anyway! 😂
Sounds like Ahern is having a fucking huge game.
Post by: Aaron on July 29, 2018, 03:05:57 pm
Cunnington already has 31 at end of 3rd. Ahern not much behind. Walker doing alright in his first game. Made a few errors in first half but to be expected.
Post by: vox nihili on July 29, 2018, 03:18:06 pm
Why’s that?
I’m listening on radio at the moment. It’s exciting audio only, anyway! 😂
Sounds like Ahern is having a fucking huge game.
Started to run away with it now, but never seen a side so dominant around the ball still manage to be behind. Obviously not the case anymore but North didn't make WCE pay for all the dominance.
Post by: Aaron on July 29, 2018, 03:42:53 pm
Post by: vox nihili on July 29, 2018, 04:00:56 pm
Seems like they've made them pay now. 40 pt win. Very happy against a fantastic side.
Handy for us too ;)
Post by: Joseph41 on July 29, 2018, 04:05:28 pm
Post by: Aaron on July 29, 2018, 04:19:29 pm
Handy for us too ;)
I wonder where you'd be if you played a bit more outside the G ;)
Reckon there's gonna be a few more shifts before the end of the H&A. Injuries to both WC and Coll makes things interesting. Sydney imo look cooked, GWS are starting to dominate, there's a bunch of teams sitting just outside of the 8 with everybody in the top 8 in danger.
Post by: vox nihili on July 29, 2018, 05:23:03 pm
I wonder where you'd be if you played a bit more outside the G ;)
Reckon there's gonna be a few more shifts before the end of the H&A. Injuries to both WC and Coll makes things interesting. Sydney imo look cooked, GWS are starting to dominate, there's a bunch of teams sitting just outside of the 8 with everybody in the top 8 in danger.
Seemed to cope with your lot pretty well at Etihad :)
Gooood point. Incredibly tight season. Really should put to bed this discussion that AFL is boring. So much opportunity in this season for so many clubs, incredible stuff.
Post by: Aaron on July 29, 2018, 05:31:58 pm
I mean, at the start of the season, I would've laughed at the prospect of playing the Lions even at the Gabba... but now i'm not as confident. I mean, look at what happened with the Suns. Knocked off the Swans then choked and got slammed by the Blues, of all teams.
Speaking of the Blues, I feel sorry for Cripps and Murphy. They are never going to get to a premiership as players while they're there. I commend them for being the one club loyal players, they're hard to come by these days... but yeah. Still doesn't remove that fact.
Post by: Joseph41 on July 29, 2018, 05:41:12 pm
Post by: Aaron on July 29, 2018, 05:47:06 pm
^Huge call to say Cripps will never win a flag at Carlton. Things can change quickly.
I'd like to be proven wrong, I really would, but I really don't think anything is happening there anytime soon.
Post by: vox nihili on July 29, 2018, 05:48:32 pm
I'd like to be proven wrong, I really would, but I really don't think anything is happening there anytime soon.
What about the REBUILD?!?
Post by: Aaron on July 29, 2018, 05:49:58 pm
What about the REBUILD?!?
The "rebuild" that's been happening since Malthouse was coach? Or the "rebuild" when Bolton was appointed?
Which one are you referring to?
You really have to ask yourself why they aren't moving anywhere significant.... I mean, Brisbane would be what you call a rebuild in progress..evidence that they are on the up. Is it Carlton's coaching? Recruitment of players? I dunno.. can't say since I don't study them in depth.. but something isn't working there.
Post by: vox nihili on July 29, 2018, 05:53:36 pm
The "rebuild" that's been happening since Malthouse was coach? Or the "rebuild" when Bolton was appointed?
Which one are you referring to?
You really have to ask yourself why they aren't moving anywhere significant.... I mean, Brisbane would be what you call a rebuild in progress..evidence that they are on the up. Is it Carlton's coaching? Recruitment of players? I dunno.. can't say since I don't study them in depth.. but something isn't working there.
Yeah I agree 100%. I was being sarcastic—I'm sick of hearing Brendon Bolton's bullshit.
Post by: Joseph41 on July 29, 2018, 06:36:52 pm
Post by: Joseph41 on August 04, 2018, 04:53:45 pm
Post by: Aaron on August 04, 2018, 04:55:19 pm
Cam Rayner's kick could've sealed it for them.. luckily he panicked and missed.
I'm happy we won though. The 4 points keeps us alive. That's all that matters. :)
We have St Kilda, Bulldogs and Crows. Reckon we can win at least two. That should be enough.
Post by: S200 on August 04, 2018, 10:13:15 pm
Absolutely loving Buddy's 6.4! GOAT!!!
Watch your back Ben Brown!! :D
another 10 goals in round 23 coming up!
Post by: vox nihili on August 04, 2018, 10:36:44 pm
Post by: S200 on August 04, 2018, 10:39:27 pm
Post by: M909 on August 04, 2018, 10:58:58 pm
What a nail-biter!!Was begging for the siren when pies were 4 up 😥 But agree, how the Coleman pans out should be interesting
Absolutely loving Buddy's 6.4! GOAT!!!
Watch your back Ben Brown!! :D
another 10 goals in round 22 coming up!
Post by: S200 on August 04, 2018, 11:08:48 pm
Was begging for the siren when pies were 4 up 😥 But agree, how the Coleman pans out should be interestinghaha. Thank goodness we got it. It may just keep us in touch with the 8...
Unfortunately we don't verse the Blues in round 23 this year... :(
It may be a touch harder to get 10 goals against the Hawks!! :D
Post by: Aaron on August 05, 2018, 02:06:00 am
Quote from: S200
Watch your back Ben Brown!! :DBit hard to kick goals when you get double/triple teamed and held, and the umps allow it to happen week in week out. If defenders were penalised like they should, Ben Brown would be 20+ goals infront of Hawkins and co.
If you read this post, you've probably come to the conclusion that I am annoyed. I am. Truly. You have to watch NM games every week and observe what's happening around BB to understand. Might get paid a holding about 5% of the time.. and that's being generous.
Helps that Waite is back - for the past 6-7 rounds BB has been the only tall target in our forward line.
Just sayin.
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Did a ladder predictor just then... this is what I have by the end of the H&A season:
Spoiler
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I had a bit of a play around with it and some of the wins will still have a significant impact from 4th - 10th. One loss in the last 3 rounds can be catastrophic for any of the finals based teams apart from the upper 1-2.
Post by: Joseph41 on August 05, 2018, 09:42:12 am
But yeah, it's all so insanely close.
Post by: Aaron on August 05, 2018, 02:53:07 pm
Just did a ladder predictor. Had Collingwood 5th, North 8th, Melbourne 10th.
But yeah, it's all so insanely close.
Crossing my fingers that the Suns don't do to you what they did to the Swans a few weeks ago. They are a joke of a team and will be vulnerable with the added distraction of Lynch leaving. Every game must be a win for 5-8 and 9-10. Even percentage matters.
From my perspective if NM drop a game from now until end, they can forget finals. Each of our remaining 3 games are winnable and we don't deserve to play it if we don't win at least two (Bulldogs and St Kilda).
Post by: Joseph41 on August 05, 2018, 03:05:37 pm
Crossing my fingers that the Suns don't do to you what they did to the Swans a few weeks ago. They are a joke of a team and will be vulnerable with the added distraction of Lynch leaving. Every game must be a win for 5-8 and 9-10. Even percentage matters.
From my perspective if NM drop a game from now until end, they can forget finals. Each of our remaining 3 games are winnable and we don't deserve to play it if we don't win at least two (Bulldogs and St Kilda).
It's historically the sort of game we'd drop.
I think we'll win, but I'm not confident.
Post by: S200 on August 05, 2018, 04:44:50 pm
It's historically the sort of game we'd drop.I was lowkey hoping you'd lose, cause our percentage sucks Rn... :(
I think we'll win, but I'm not confident.
We'll be outta the 8 again. :'(
Edit. We actually aren't.. Good win! :D
Post by: Aaron on August 05, 2018, 05:09:01 pm
Sexton's the only saving grace of this match for them.
Although.. Gawn's losing the hitouts so far against Witts. Interesting.
Post by: Joseph41 on August 05, 2018, 06:08:09 pm
Post by: Aaron on August 06, 2018, 12:38:47 am
Low blow.
Post by: Rod on August 07, 2018, 12:00:58 am
Buddy very proud 7 goals against our VFL defence #spud
Post by: Aaron on August 07, 2018, 08:59:00 pm
Quote from: Rod
So many injuries ... Daniel Wells has cursed us lol.You're welcome :) Hope he's worth every cent you guys paid for him.
Quote from: Rod
Buddy very proud 7 goals against our VFL defence #spudEhehehehe, sour grapes
By the way.. Gaff got 8 weeks. Equal all time record this century. Poor bloke.. Apparently he might be coming to North.
Good player but this has well and truly stuffed his rep as the clean, gun mid.
Post by: vox nihili on August 08, 2018, 01:38:38 pm
Buddy very proud 7 goals against our VFL defence #spud
He kicked six. :p
Post by: S200 on August 11, 2018, 04:01:49 pm
Post by: Aaron on August 11, 2018, 04:37:32 pm
Jack Riewoldt has78 - Coleman leader? :)
Jumping the gun. Only 3 matches have been played so far this week.
P.S - Who wouldn't kick 10 against Gold Coast. They're actually terrible lol.. nearly on par with Carlton
I am very relieved Waite and Higgins are back this week. Means they will ease off Brown and allow him to kick goals again :)
I find it fascinating how people tip. Glad I picked the hawks this week.... Geelong are in trouble.
Spoiler
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Post by: S200 on August 11, 2018, 04:54:18 pm
Jumping the gun. Only 3 matches have been played so far this week.I know. Early days...
P.S - Who wouldn't kick 10 against Gold Coast. They're actually terrible lol.. nearly on par with Carlton
I am very relieved Waite and Higgins are back this week. Means they will ease off Brown and allow him to kick goals again :)
I find it fascinating how people tip. Glad I picked the hawks this week.... Geelong are in trouble.Spoiler(https://screenshotscdn.firefoxusercontent.com/images/8e9f5f5d-65fd-46dc-9b5d-46eb0ed360ad.png)
Please don't speak too long about GC.. It gives me shivers... :-[
I really didn't expect the Hawks to pull it off... Maybe I just don't respect them enough as a team... ???
Post by: vox nihili on August 11, 2018, 05:04:37 pm
P.S - Who wouldn't kick 10 against Gold Coast. They're actually terrible lol.. nearly on par with Carlton
Ben Brown? :p
(http://i66.tinypic.com/2u750tu.png)
Post by: MB_ on August 11, 2018, 05:06:44 pm
I find it fascinating how people tip. Glad I picked the hawks this week.... Geelong are in trouble.May have not tipped since round 2 ...Spoiler(https://screenshotscdn.firefoxusercontent.com/images/8e9f5f5d-65fd-46dc-9b5d-46eb0ed360ad.png)
Post by: Aaron on August 11, 2018, 05:11:12 pm
Ben Brown? :p
(http://i66.tinypic.com/2u750tu.png)
Was waiting for the Richmond supporter's comment :P
Mate, he gets double/triple teamed every single week. No other tall option. Recipe for minimal impact. Love the respect they show him
Quote from: MB_
May have not tipped since round 2 ...Gathered - system auto tips for you..... with some unfavourable tips given
If anything.. we should get into finals... our draw is literally 1 of the easiest. If we can't win Dogs + Saints at least then we don't even deserve it tbh. Geelong losing is a good starting point. Just need the Swans to follow suit and a miracle Brisbane win.
Post by: S200 on August 11, 2018, 05:16:30 pm
If anything.. we should get into finals... our draw is literally 1 of the easiest. If we can't win Dogs + Saints at least then we don't even deserve it tbh. Geelong losing is a good starting point. Just need the Swans to follow suit and a miracle Brisbane win.I actually wouldn't be surprised if we lose this round.. Dee's will be hard... :-\
Post by: Aaron on August 11, 2018, 05:19:39 pm
I actually wouldn't be surprised if we lose this round.. Dee's will be hard... :-\
well let's be honest Swannies have had a big form slump lately. I think they won't make the 8 personally.
Dees, Giants and Hawks. Three tough matches.
Post by: S200 on August 11, 2018, 05:28:12 pm
well let's be honest Swannies have had a big form slump lately. I think they won't make the 8 personally.I'd say we thrive under pressure, but the reality is that we lost to Gold Coast. Doesn't really support any arguments... :-\ :-\
Dees, Giants and Hawks. Three tough matches.
It is looking like I'll have to follow another team through finals... :(
Post by: Aaron on August 11, 2018, 05:51:24 pm
One match doesn't define a team - but a continuous form issue does.
Post by: Aaron on August 12, 2018, 03:45:36 pm
Post by: S200 on August 12, 2018, 06:02:51 pm
Yeah, i'm done.:D
And the Swannies pulled through! Sorry J41 - Very fine last Qtr!
Post by: Aaron on August 12, 2018, 06:07:59 pm
:D
And the Swannies pulled through! Sorry J41 - Very fine last Qtr!
very lucky. They nearly had you. Don't get too cocky, still very congested in that lower 8 bracket.
Post by: S200 on August 12, 2018, 06:12:51 pm
very lucky. They nearly had you. Don't get too cocky, still very congested in that lower 8 bracket.I wasn't! :o
But yeah, I know what ya mean... It's still a pretty low chance that we stay in the 8 throughout the next 2 rounds...
Post by: Aaron on August 12, 2018, 06:15:00 pm
I wasn't! :o
But yeah, I know what ya mean... It's still a pretty low chance that we stay in the 8 throughout the next 2 rounds...
Anything can happen still. There's even a small chance NM can get to 7th given the right circumstances (highly unlikely but i've lost faith we can make finals now - just can't see us beating the Crows at AO). Today should've been a win and I stand by my comment made on here that they don't deserve it... will be great if they do but choked today when it mattered.
Post by: S200 on August 12, 2018, 06:21:16 pm
But yeah, Really sucks about Alex Johnson... WIll that guy ever get out of knee trouble? :'(
Post by: Aaron on August 12, 2018, 06:24:51 pm
Post by: Joseph41 on August 12, 2018, 06:51:41 pm
Post by: S200 on August 12, 2018, 06:53:06 pm
Ho hum.:D
Post by: Aaron on August 12, 2018, 06:56:37 pm
:D
need to choose a better emoji mate.
I think the Demons can rest easy knowing their big wins throughout the season holds them in good stead (% wise) if it comes down to it.
Post by: Joseph41 on August 12, 2018, 07:02:29 pm
need to choose a better emoji mate.
I think the Demons can rest easy knowing their big wins throughout the season holds them in good stead (% wise) if it comes down to it.
I don't think it will. West Coast and GWS to come. Think we'll miss with a great percentage.
Post by: S200 on August 12, 2018, 07:12:41 pm
need to choose a better emoji mate.I don't know the euphoria emoji.. :)
I think the Demons can rest easy knowing their big wins throughout the season holds them in good stead (% wise) if it comes down to it.
Celebrate what's great aye? I know our percentage sucks (like... worse than Geelong's in 9th), but I'm loving this weeks work.
We've been really strong defense-wise, we just need buddy to buddy well kick straight...
I don't think it will. West Coast and GWS to come. Think we'll miss with a great percentage.
I recon you'll make it. Dee's are the favs against West Coast in my mind...
Post by: Aaron on August 13, 2018, 10:41:11 pm
Jesus, he wasn't the "big fish" I was thinking of. *sigh*.. 2 points for effort.
Post by: Joseph41 on August 14, 2018, 02:17:54 pm
Interesting.
Post by: Aaron on August 14, 2018, 10:53:49 pm
Hogan done.
Interesting.
Timing.
Post by: Aaron on August 18, 2018, 04:21:58 pm
Thanks alot Freo, you useless sack of potatoes. Cats nice % now.
Post by: Joseph41 on August 18, 2018, 04:54:36 pm
Post by: Joseph41 on August 19, 2018, 03:17:59 pm
Post by: Aaron on August 19, 2018, 03:41:16 pm
I'm nervous.
Doing alright so far. Least you're still in contention for finals. We have to win both games to even be *considered* for them....... but alas it is their own doing, inconsistent
Post by: Joseph41 on August 19, 2018, 04:08:07 pm
Doing alright so far. Least you're still in contention for finals. We have to win both games to even be *considered* for them....... but alas it is their own doing, inconsistent
You'd hope so after 12 years, mate.
Post by: Aaron on August 19, 2018, 05:55:37 pm
Well done Nick
Post by: Joseph41 on August 19, 2018, 06:01:39 pm
Gee, what a day for the WCE to cark it on their home deck. Just isn't meant to be, lol.
Well done Nick
Thanks mate.
Post by: Vaike on August 19, 2018, 06:07:44 pm
Thanks mate.
Must be a strange feeling hey, what's this finals business all about?
Post by: Rod on August 19, 2018, 06:09:37 pm
Man, the upcoming finals series is going to be so unpredictable. I'm going to try and watch every single game!!
I don't think Richmond have it in the bag just yet. Last year they had so much more momentum going into the finals. They haven't been as convincing this year. I really hope someone can knock them down as early as possible (sorry Trav I don't want them to go back to back).
Collingwood has had an easy draw, so I really hope we can hit back at those saying we fluked top 4 by going deep into the finals. Although injuries have absolutely crucified us. We legit have all our KPD-ers out. We are playing this category B rookie as our key backman.
Quite excited
Post by: Aaron on August 19, 2018, 06:12:31 pm
Sick of seeing the same teams in finals every year. It would be a fantastic story if a team like Melb won it.
I am so angry at North. They had a real chance to get in there and the performance today along with last week just says everything about the entire season. Inconsistent shit. I don't care if we were "tipped to be bottom four".
Post by: S200 on August 19, 2018, 06:40:29 pm
Post by: brenden on August 20, 2018, 11:16:30 am
Happy to be higher in the draft order with no chance of winning a premiership this year.
Edit: so our pick’s more trade attractive.
Post by: Joseph41 on August 20, 2018, 11:22:36 am
Post by: Aaron on August 26, 2018, 05:52:51 pm
I reckon the Dees have it in them. Just a question of whether they'll get nervous and crumble.
Hope Sydney gets knocked out by GWS. Sydney have had a pretty shocking record at the SCG and given that's where their final will be played... if I was a Swannies supporter i'd be pretty nervous.
WCE will defeat the Pies at Optus and I reckon the Hawks will roll the Tigers.
Post by: brenden on August 26, 2018, 05:58:02 pm
Melb v Geelong at MCG.It won’t be at ANZ for GWS Sydney?
I reckon the Dees have it in them. Just a question of whether they'll get nervous and crumble.
Hope Sydney gets knocked out by GWS. Sydney have had a pretty shocking record at the SCG and given that's where their final will be played... if I was a Swannies supporter i'd be pretty nervous.
WCE will defeat the Pies at Optus and I reckon the Hawks will roll the Tigers.
Post by: Aaron on August 26, 2018, 06:00:07 pm
It won’t be at ANZ for GWS Sydney?
Sydney are above GWS so they host the elim? They haven't used ANZ stadium for a while, so you'd think that given Syd's home ground is SCG that it will be played there... unless there's something i'm missing
Post by: vox nihili on August 27, 2018, 03:33:41 pm
Fingers crossed I can nab tickets for Richmond Hawthorn and hopefully Melb Geelong too!!
Post by: Joseph41 on August 27, 2018, 03:36:23 pm
Melbourne were genuinely fucking brilliant yesterday. GWS didn't have a great game to be sure, but Melbourne were way too slick with their ball movement and too strong in the contest. So glad I ended up going along to that one!
Fingers crossed I can nab tickets for Richmond Hawthorn and hopefully Melb Geelong too!!
Honestly I think it's the best I've ever seen a Melbourne team play.
Post by: vox nihili on August 27, 2018, 03:40:15 pm
Honestly I think it's the best I've ever seen a Melbourne team play.
Agreed. Got a few weird looks at the end of the game when I said this, but they were just brilliant.
Hopefully Geelong keep up their good form too; gonna be a seriously good match.
Post by: Joseph41 on August 27, 2018, 03:43:53 pm
Hopefully Geelong keep up their good form too
Honestly, I'd be fine if they didn't. ;)
P.S. Have just made a thread on the AA team. Keen to hear your thoughts!
Post by: Joseph41 on August 28, 2018, 04:28:33 pm
Hartung delisted. Does that also surprise you two?
Post by: Aaron on August 28, 2018, 05:29:19 pm
@Aaron @brenden
Hartung delisted. Does that also surprise you two?
Not really. He was great for a few rounds and that was it. This is a statement that they're confident they have somebody to replace him.
Post by: brenden on August 28, 2018, 05:32:12 pm
Post by: Joseph41 on August 28, 2018, 06:03:40 pm
Post by: Aaron on August 28, 2018, 10:51:25 pm
Spoiler
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Post by: S200 on August 30, 2018, 05:48:55 am
Just looking back to the start of the year.. ;)
A morose J41
Predictions?
1. GWS
2. Adelaide
3. Essendon
4. Richmond
5. Geelong
6. Sydney
7. Port Adelaide
8. Hawthorn
9. Western Bulldogs
10. St. Kilda
11. Collingwood
12. Brisbane
13. North Melbourne
14. Carlton
15. Fremantle
16. Gold Coast
17. West Coast
18. Melbourne
Premiers: GWS
Brownlow: Josh Kelly
Norm Smith: Stephen Coniglio
Rising Star: Alex Witherden
Obviously a bit tongue-in-cheek with Melbourne, but I've had too many instances of having my hopes and dreams crushed haha.
Post by: Joseph41 on August 30, 2018, 09:02:31 am
Lol...
Just looking back to the start of the year.. ;)At least you nailed #6.. ;)A morose J41
Looks good to me!
Another instance of J41 nailing it. 8)
Post by: tomatosauce on August 30, 2018, 11:30:04 am
Lol...hmmm... I wish!!! If only the foresight extended to injuries :'( :'( GWS all the way! hafta love that Josh Kelly touch... why not??
Just looking back to the start of the year.. ;)At least you nailed #6.. ;)A morose J41
(https://s.afl.com.au/staticfile/AFL%20Tenant/GWSGiants/Images/staticfiles/FUTE-RHS.jpg)
Post by: Aaron on August 30, 2018, 05:39:58 pm
Post by: tomatosauce on August 30, 2018, 07:11:54 pm
Post by: vox nihili on August 30, 2018, 07:49:02 pm
He will look even better in blue and white in 2020.
Dusty looks good in blue and white.....oh, wait :p
Post by: tomatosauce on August 30, 2018, 08:03:28 pm
Post by: Aaron on August 30, 2018, 09:45:10 pm
Dusty looks good in blue and white.....oh, wait :p
I admire the loyalty. Hard to come by these days.
Post by: vox nihili on August 31, 2018, 01:44:04 pm
I admire the loyalty. Hard to come by these days.
It was probably better for him financially staying at Richmond. The amount he can generate in sponsorships etc because of the good news around staying with a successful club is huge really. It's blokes like Riewoldt, Rance and Cotchin who could be on double what they are now at other clubs who probably best typify loyalty. Wasn't really reported on that Rance signed on only a week or so after McGovern signed on a 1.1 million/year contract. Rance would be getting nowhere near that
Post by: Rod on August 31, 2018, 11:33:13 pm
Here are mine:
RICH VS HAWK: RICH by 20 points.
MELB VS GEE: MELB by 5 points.
SYD VS GWS: SYD by 2 points.
WCE VS COLL: WCE by 34 points (hope I'm wronggggg)
Post by: Aaron on August 31, 2018, 11:42:08 pm
Melb
GWS
WCE
I reckon they're all going to be close. The matchups are pretty good.
Post by: Aaron on September 06, 2018, 05:53:09 pm
Hawks to win for me.
Spewing the Tipping system doesn't cater for finals too.
Edit: Rumours Gaff has accepted NM's offer... dunno whether to trust (and if so, how much) rumour pages. 8) Suppose we'll soon find out
Post by: tomatosauce on September 06, 2018, 09:37:05 pm
Demons by 5
!GIANTS! by 10
Eagles by 30... ugh, i hope not!
Post by: Joseph41 on September 07, 2018, 07:59:58 am
Post by: Joseph41 on September 07, 2018, 05:36:13 pm
Today feels unusual.
Getting pretty antsy now.
Post by: Aaron on September 07, 2018, 06:01:30 pm
Post by: Joseph41 on September 07, 2018, 06:19:06 pm
Good luck Nick! I'll be cheering for the Dees.
Thanks Aaron!
Think I read somewhere that Geelong, Sydney and Hawthorn have collectively played 75+ finals since Melbourne's last. Haven't verified, but that's crazy if true.
Post by: Aaron on September 07, 2018, 06:44:22 pm
Thanks Aaron!
Think I read somewhere that Geelong, Sydney and Hawthorn have collectively played 75+ finals since Melbourne's last. Haven't verified, but that's crazy if true.
Did you manage to get tix?
Edit: Geelong look really slow + Dees taking full advantage. Love it
Post by: Joseph41 on September 07, 2018, 08:59:34 pm
Did you manage to get tix?
Edit: Geelong look really slow + Dees taking full advantage. Love it
Sure did.
Ooooh boy this feels like a familiar Melbourne/Geelong game or two.
Post by: Aaron on September 07, 2018, 10:22:30 pm
Cats were absolutely shocking tonight. Worst i've seen them play in a long time. You guys will need to clean up the shots on goal for next week to win the semi.
Post by: brenden on September 07, 2018, 11:26:50 pm
Congrats Nick!I think a lot of it was Melbourne's doing... but Melbourne certainly not doing themselves any favours in the middle quarters.
Cats were absolutely shocking tonight. Worst i've seen them play in a long time. You guys will need to clean up the shots on goal for next week to win the semi.
Ripping games from Harmes, Brayshaw, Gawn, and Weideman. Melbourne looked every bit a potential premiership team during their better portions of play.
Post by: Joseph41 on September 07, 2018, 11:46:52 pm
I'll be in Sydney next week, which sucks a fair bit, but happy to miss it for sake of a win!
Post by: vox nihili on September 08, 2018, 03:21:55 pm
Post by: Aaron on September 08, 2018, 04:49:41 pm
Post by: Aaron on September 08, 2018, 06:28:49 pm
Post by: S200 on September 08, 2018, 10:53:51 pm
Post by: Aaron on September 08, 2018, 10:58:31 pm
Hypothetically, was this Sydney's worst game all season??? :'( :'(
It'd be up there.
Being held to only 30 points for the entire match in a final. Hmm.. I'd extend the timeframe a bit further out than just this season.
Post by: S200 on September 08, 2018, 11:03:10 pm
Ah well.... At least I can put my whole support behind Melb's finals attempt
Post by: Aaron on September 09, 2018, 02:41:03 pm
https://twitter.com/MichaelCWillson/status/1038392799740264448
Post by: Aaron on September 13, 2018, 05:47:50 pm
Post by: vox nihili on September 14, 2018, 12:41:45 pm
http://www.afl.com.au/news/2018-09-13/star-power-midfielder-jared-polec-confirms-trade-request
How do you feel about this?
Post by: Joseph41 on September 14, 2018, 12:42:48 pm
How do you feel about this?
Obvs not directed at me but I definitely wouldn't be saying no if I were North.
Post by: Aaron on September 14, 2018, 02:06:48 pm
i'm just happy we finally managed to get somebody decent after all the hit and miss shots so far..
Post by: brenden on September 14, 2018, 02:33:06 pm
How do you feel about this?
Obvs not directed at me but I definitely wouldn't be saying no if I were North.Happy enough, don't really care about the funds. It's front loaded, and honestly we must be flirting with the salary cap minimum, or at least knowing we'll have big funds year on year as we frontload contracts. Pretty smart.
To me, I'd want them to go ever harder at Gaff right now - honestly would not even care if he became the highest paid player in the AFL.
Bringing in Gaff makes Polec even more worthwhile... and with the potential for someone else (Hall? Rohan?) that can be huge for next season. We aren't one good player away from contention... we need more than that so happy w/ Polec as icing but need the whole cake (Gaff, maybe more) for Polec to taste extra good.
Post by: Aaron on September 14, 2018, 10:33:55 pm
Good riddens. No disrespect to teams remaining but I really hope GWS and Dees GF. Need a fresh pair.
I've enjoyed the last couple of GF's purely because they've been success stories. Hoping it continues.
Post by: S200 on September 14, 2018, 10:39:11 pm
Post by: Joseph41 on September 14, 2018, 11:00:02 pm
Post by: S200 on September 14, 2018, 11:02:43 pm
(RIP YR 12 Winning a game of footy...)
Post by: Vaike on September 14, 2018, 11:13:52 pm
How bloody good is footy?
Great game by the Dees, never looked in doubt really. Could it be another fairy tale this year?
Post by: Joseph41 on September 15, 2018, 06:23:24 am
Great game by the Dees, never looked in doubt really. Could it be another fairy tale this year?
It's starting to get that feel about it, which is scary.
Post by: Rod on September 15, 2018, 11:30:14 pm
UP THE MIGHTY PIES!
Post by: vox nihili on September 17, 2018, 10:47:54 am
It's starting to get that feel about it, which is scary.
Way too late, but fuck they looked good. Jack Viney is a beast, Harmes has lifted to new heights and Hibberd <33
Post by: Rod on September 19, 2018, 12:37:53 am
Post by: MB_ on September 19, 2018, 06:53:29 am
Does anyone here know where I can get a jersey numbered and named?I'm not sure about naming but I'd imagine Rebel sport (or most sport stores for that matter) and the club stores probably do numbering
Post by: vox nihili on September 20, 2018, 11:46:00 am
Does anyone here know where I can get a jersey numbered and named?
I reckon the Tigerland Superstore could hook you up :p
Post by: Rod on September 20, 2018, 01:11:02 pm
I reckon the Tigerland Superstore could hook you up :pHahaha I'd rather be naked in public than wear richmond apparel ;p
Good luck for tomorrow. Everyone's tipping the tigers to win easily but I reckon we'll put on a real real good fight.
Post by: Rod on September 22, 2018, 02:45:27 am
Post by: Joseph41 on October 29, 2018, 10:34:48 am
Post by: Joseph41 on February 21, 2019, 04:16:37 pm
Jones (c), Viney (c), Gawn, Jetta.
Post by: Rod on June 08, 2021, 07:31:32 pm