Game Day (in delayed time)

[Whispering_Jack 30,167]

Good morning all ...

I thought I'd kick things off a little early today because of it's unusual nature.

We're playing a game interstate that isn't being telecast live into the Demons' home state either on free to air or Foxtel. Those who were around back when our game went national might recall a promise given to fans at the time by Ross Oakley (Commission Chairman) that every game involving a Victorian team playing interstate would be telecast live.

Pig's!

I suppose I could have flown to Brisbane for the day but I have work commitments so I'm stuck here and I guess I'm going to end up watching the game on one hour delay punctuated by advertising breaks after every goal (and may there be plenty of them after every Melbourne goal).

The quandry is whether we have a game day thread discussing the game in real time or one that's on a one hour delay (perhaps I should come back in an hour's time to ask this question of those who are watching the telecast).

In the meantime, I'm going to find an effigy of Ross Oakley and some matches.

[Watt and Howe? 16]

Here in Perth the game was scheduled to be at 12 LIVE on 7 (as per the AFL website). Upon checking the TV guide, 7 have decided to move the game to 11PM at night and show V8 Supercars instead. Foxtel isn't showing the game. Anyone know of any live streams? Cheers.

[digby wolf 1]

Good morning all ...

I thought I'd kick things off a little early today because of it's unusual nature.

We're playing a game interstate that isn't being telecast live into the Demons' home state either on free to air or Foxtel. Those who were around back when our game went national might recall a promise given to fans at the time by Ross Oakley (Commission Chairman) that every game involving a Victorian team playing interstate would be telecast live.

Pig's!

I suppose I could have flown to Brisbane for the day but I have work commitments so I'm stuck here and I guess I'm going to end up watching the game on one hour delay punctuated by advertising breaks after every goal (and may there be plenty of them after every Melbourne goal).

The quandry is whether we have a game day thread discussing the game in real time or one that's on a one hour delay (perhaps I should come back in an hour's time to ask this question of those who are watching the telecast).

In the meantime, I'm going to find an effigy of Ross Oakley and some matches.

Ross Oakley was just another corporate w#%nker with a cash register for a heart and a TV for a brain.

[Dee-mon 9]

We're playing a game interstate that isn't being telecast live into the Demons' home state either on free to air or Foxtel.

That's curious Whispering, I just checked the digital program guide on my telly and it says the game starts at 3pm on 7. Has it been bumped???

Edit: Oh sorry! need to check my glasses and read your post properly. hehe

Edited April 16, 2011 by Dee-mon

[deeflog 679]

Good morning all ...

I thought I'd kick things off a little early today because of it's unusual nature.

We're playing a game interstate that isn't being telecast live into the Demons' home state either on free to air or Foxtel. Those who were around back when our game went national might recall a promise given to fans at the time by Ross Oakley (Commission Chairman) that every game involving a Victorian team playing interstate would be telecast live.

Pig's!

I suppose I could have flown to Brisbane for the day but I have work commitments so I'm stuck here and I guess I'm going to end up watching the game on one hour delay punctuated by advertising breaks after every goal (and may there be plenty of them after every Melbourne goal).

The quandry is whether we have a game day thread discussing the game in real time or one that's on a one hour delay (perhaps I should come back in an hour's time to ask this question of those who are watching the telecast).In the meantime, I'm going to find an effigy of Ross Oakley and some matches.

i think the game day thread needs to be on the delayed coverage, as i think majority of demonlanders would be watching it via that

[Felix 92]

Anyone know of any live streams? Cheers.

If you find a live stream, please send me a PM

[Whispering_Jack 30,167]

i think the game day thread needs to be on the delayed coverage, as i think majority of demonlanders would be watching it via that

Right ... so we'll have two game day threads, this one being in delay and one for the people at the ground or in a state where the game's being shown in real time.

[Jaded No More 68,918]

i think the game day thread needs to be on the delayed coverage, as i think majority of demonlanders would be watching it via that

Agreed.

However my lack of trust in human nature means I'm putting a complete media ban in this house until 3pm.

No Internet, twitter, phone or radio. In fact, I'm going out of the house and not returning until 3.

[Felix 92]

Agreed.

However my lack of trust in human nature means I'm putting a complete media ban in this house until 3pm.

No Internet, twitter, phone or radio. In fact, I'm going out of the house and not returning until 3.

Its a really good day to be out of the house till 3... Go play a round of golf, best way to kill time stay away from media and have a good time.

[Samsara 65]

Two threads sounds reasonable. I want to watch the game without knowing the scores so i might avoid the internet until 6pm. I do have some friends coming to watch the game though, and this usually means one of them who will check the scores on the phone :S. Better get my backhand warmed up.

[BAMF 4,353]

Argghhh.... it is so annoying. I love coming on here at quarter breaks and having a chat. But I fear that someone might start another thread with a title that might spoil parts of the game. E.g - Jurrah takes mark of the year!

I would be waiting for it the whole match and it would spoil the surprise.

Also someone might make the mistake of posting the scores in the wrong thread. Would ruin my day.

Think im just going to play it safe and steer clear.

[Red Sox 2]

Disappointing that I can watch Orlando/Atlanta live from the other side of the world but not the Dees from Brisbane.

Watching on delay.

[Arrow 1,257]

My honest suggestion would be to steer clear if you're watching the delay. I'll listen on the radio only because I want to know up to date what is going on and god forbid we do not win, ill be coming straight here with a thread which would be about 3 quarter time in the delay. I'd hate to wreck people's viewing.

[Whispering_Jack 30,167]

Weather Bureau says showers. Temperature currently 24.1 (real time) has already exceeded the forecast maximum.

[Guest Rojik of the Arctic]

I might take the kids down the park for a couple of hours.

[Fugazi 53]

Can't stand watching delayed games.

[Whispering_Jack 30,167]

We are a non streaming zone for legal reasons so please keep that stuff private.

[Good Times Grimes 2,396]

Disappointing that I can watch Orlando/Atlanta live from the other side of the world but not the Dees from Brisbane.

Watching on delay.

That;s funny. I'm in Toronto, Canada, and the Dees/Suns is on live over here. Can't wait for it to start!

[Good Times Grimes 2,396]

Also, looks like Watts is the sub for today.

[rhaz 342]

Hmmm... not sure if i want to listen to the radio or watch it on TV. Something in me just hates not knowing what is happening LIVE.

[titan_uranus 25,020]

Watts is the sub: http://www.afl.com.au/news/newsarticle/tabid/208/newsid/111854/default.aspx

[Clanger King 9]

Also, looks like Watts is the sub for today.

Disappointing. Would have rathered he played a full game at Casey instead of possibly only playing a half against a team of kids.

[Good Times Grimes 2,396]

Disappointing. Would have rathered he played a full game at Casey instead of possibly only playing a half against a team of kids.

Could be a good opportunity for him to get up some confidence though. If we're playing well and he comes on in the 3rd quarter or so against a tiring group of 19year olds, he may have a good chance of snagging a few goals. I can't say I'm disappointed with the decision to make him sub.

[Clanger King 9]

Could be a good opportunity for him to get up some confidence though. If we're playing well and he comes on in the 3rd quarter or so against a tiring group of 19year olds, he may have a good chance of snagging a few goals. I can't say I'm disappointed with the decision to make him sub.

Agree with what your saying just would have been good if he started, played well and not needed to be subbed. I would have loved Morton to be the sub as he is coming back from injury. Also play him the following week for Casey. Then who ever is not having an impact on the game be the subbed player. Ohwell good luck to him

Edited April 17, 2011 by Clanger King

[Whispering_Jack 30,167]

Disappointing. Would have rathered he played a full game at Casey instead of possibly only playing a half against a team of kids.

I think the football department might possibly have based their decision on the way Carlton's small men carved up the Suns at the Gabba a fortnight ago. Also, the forecast is for showers and Watts hadn't played well in the wet.