8 hours ago, Demonland said:

 

It's only 311.15 Kelvins.

Fank Duck for that.

17 hours ago, Dr.D said:

harden up guys. it's not 45 or anything. its 38 and it'll probably be around 35 at the time they start playing and dropping by the minimum 

That is shade temperature 

it will be much hotter in the middle 

6 hours ago, Satyriconhome said:

I spoke to the players, QLD is more humid, impacts their breathing, all like what it brings to the preaseson though

Had about 5 'really' hot sessions in Melb this year, I know I've been at all of them

“A question for our Qld members”

7 hours ago, Satyriconhome said:

Wow captain, I have been at 2 sessions, 39.4 midway through the session and 39.8 for last 15 minutes when they were doing repeat runs, do they count?

Edited February 25, 20196 yr by Ethan Tremblay

14 minutes ago, McQueen said:

“A question for our Qld members”

What's the question Alex?

I thought I would impart the knowledge I had second hand from the players

Also spent 10 years there playing soldiers, the couple of players I discussed it with knew that, so we discussed the impact of strenuous activity in that humidity 

Only difference being I was kitted out in greens, boots, packs and a thing that went bang

So therefore in conclusion thought it was ok to answer

8 minutes ago, Ethan Tremblay said:

No. 

Damn that 0.6 and 0.2

7 minutes ago, Satyriconhome said:

What's the question Alex?

I thought I would impart the knowledge I had second hand from the players

Also spent 10 years there playing soldiers, the couple of players I discussed it with knew that, so we discussed the impact of strenuous activity in that humidity 

Only difference being I was kitted out in greens, boots, packs and a thing that went bang

So therefore in conclusion thought it was ok to answer

“A question for our Qld members”

Take the immediate heat away from the issue and they’ll be operating at a higher density altitude than they’re used to .. I.e. they’ll be effectively playing at a higher altitude, slightly starved of the usual oxygen concentration that they’re used to.. 

Nothing an EFC “supplement injection” or two couldn’t fix..

I don't care what temp it is, I will still be there with my camera gear. (Easy to say as I'm not playing I guess)

Both sides have to play in the same weather so it's not a huge issue IMO. The season is long and a slowish start won't be the end of the world for any of the serious contenders.

In MFC i trust.

Training is only listed for Thursday on MFC site, anything from yesterday, today maybe? 

AH, good old Shepp.

Miserable, dreary 5 Celsius in winter, and blistering hot 44c in Summer.

Still wish I was going to the game.

 

For anyone worried about the ground condition, it is (usually) very well prepared for these types of games.

 

 

Anyone who has actually played in hot conditions knows that it's never as bad as it seems. You're focussing on the ball, on the game. You're running, you're getting the wind in your lungs.  They'll be fine. Such a precious bunch you are. 

5 minutes ago, Dr.D said:

Anyone who has actually played in hot conditions knows that it's never as bad as it seems. You're focussing on the ball, on the game. You're running, you're getting the wind in your lungs.  They'll be fine. Such a precious bunch you are. 

It won’t even be as bad as Port Pirie which is where the JLT showdown is.

22 hours ago, Ungarie boy said:

A question for our Qld members, does the Sunshine Coast / Gold Coast get much hotter than low 30's.  My recollection is that it tends to be pretty consistent around the 29c - 32 mark.  I think Melbourne could even experience more "Hot" days.

regardless 38 degrees is significantly hotter than the preparation most clubs can plan/cater for, plus it is dry heat which effects you differently.  

Clarrie will likely need to be dipped in a bath of sunscreen every 15 min's to avoid 5 degree burns!!!

 

We can get around mid to high 30's at times but mainly around the 30- 35 degrees during summer and as Saty mentioned it can be very humid.60-80% at times so stiffling heat. This year we have had no real storms to speak about to cool things down. Up until yesterday (29 degrees tops) we have had 40 odd days of above 30 degrees and humid with little or no rain.

Paddy Guinane and Freddy Swift would be wearing long Sleeves to stop the sunburn if they were playing.

On 2/25/2019 at 8:25 AM, Demonland said:

The AFL are probably beholden to their broadcast partners and therefore this is not an option for them.

stuff 'em...  they can put it on replay,  this time of year.

Smart decision.

I'd rest Gawn, Brayshaw, Petracca, Lewis, Salem, Harmes, Hibberd, Vanders and Jetta.

Give Fritsch a run. Probably don't risk Tommy Mc or Oliver though. Or Jones, Melksham, Viney and May.

That leaves 16 from the team v Pies:
Spargo, Stretch, Frost, Preuss, JKH, Weideman, Oscar, Hunt, ANB, Hore, Sparrow, Garlett, T Smith, Wagner, Wagner, J Smith

Fritsch makes 17. Would like to see Maynard, Baker, Petty, Keilty and a few of the young guys to fill out the side.

For those who are trekking to my home town of Shepparton for the game.... I’ll be going back to my old ground of Deakin Reserve the day after my daughters wedding here in Ballarat. Hopefully I’ll have a chance to post some pics on the long drive home Sunday night.

 

20 hours ago, McQueen said:

“A question for our Qld members”

Wearing 'greens', great vintage, McQ. Still, better than the safari suit.

AFL is activating the Heat Policy:

https://www.afl.com.au/news/2019-02-28/afl-to-enact-heat-policy-for-jlt-this-weekend

The quarter-time and three-quarter time breaks will run for eight minutes (increased from six minutes), while the half-time changeover period has been extended to 22 minutes rather than the usual 20 minutes.

Teams will also be permitted the following:

• Two additional water carriers
• Trainers permitted to enter the arena at any time during the match to deliver water (they must remain well clear of play).

Only sensible thing to do!

Edit.  It looks like all teams in the JLT play with an extended bench.  Tonight, Carlton have 5 on the bench and Ess have 8.  https://www.afl.com.au/news/2019-02-28/final-teams-carlton-v-essendon

Edited February 28, 20196 yr by Lucifer's Hero

Enact THIS, AFL... more of this please

24 minutes ago, Engorged Onion said:

Enact THIS, AFL... more of this please

Round 1 1994 V's Geelong.

From memory a hot one...and a hot 65 pint win.

Plenty of players absent from the squad - Team for JLT v Richmond

3. Christian Salem
4. James H armes
5. Christian Petracca
9. Charlie Spargo
10. Angus Brayshaw
11. Max Gawn
13. Clayton Oliver
14. Michael Hibberd
15. Billy Stretch
17 Sam Frost
20. Corey Maynard
21. Braydon Preuss
22. Aaron vandenBerg
23. James Jordon
24. Jay Kennedy Harris
25. Tom McDonald
26. Sam Weideman
28. Oscar McDonald
29. Jayden Hunt
30. Alex Neal-Bullen
31. Bayley Fritsch
32. Tom Sparrow
33. Harry Petty
34. Marty Hore
36. Jeff Garlett
39. Neville Jetta
40. Corey Wagner
42. Josh Wagner
44. Joel Smith
45. Declan Keilty

Here is the Tigers line up for the game as well - they have named a pretty strong side for the game, so it should be a good contest.

B: Alex Rance, David Astbury, Dylan Grimes

HB: Nick Vlastuin, Bachar Houli, Jayden Short

C: Dion Prestia, Shane Edwards, Trent Cotchin

HF: Daniel Rioli, Riley Collier-Dawkins, Jack Higgins

F: Jack Riewoldt, Dustin Martin, Daniel Butler

R: Toby Nankervis, Kane Lambert, Ivan Soldo

IC (from): Oleg Markov, Nathan Broad, Jack Ross, Liam Baker, Jack Graham, Brandon Ellis, Maverick Weller, Noah Balta, Callum Moore, Connor Menadue, Fraser Turner, Callum Coleman-Jones