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Not having fences is fine. One set of goalposts can’t be correct. How do you simulate a match? 

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    21 minutes ago, Roost It said:

    Not having fences is fine. One set of goalposts can’t be correct. How do you simulate a match? 

    A very good question?

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    8 minutes ago, old dee said:

    A very good question?

    Since we only play one way we don’t need a set of goal posts to defend.

    Edited by america de cali

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    48 minutes ago, Roost It said:

    Not having fences is fine. One set of goalposts can’t be correct. How do you simulate a match? 

    players will be wearing 3d virtual reality goggles which will "add in" things like boundary fences, goal posts, crowds and crowd noises whilst simultaneously providing a plethora of real time statistics on the goggle screen.   tis the way of the future

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    34 minutes ago, america de cali said:

    Since we only play one way we don’t need a set of goal posts to defend.

    Absolute gold!  Gave me a big LOL!

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    2 hours ago, Roost It said:

    Not having fences is fine. One set of goalposts can’t be correct. How do you simulate a match? 

    I think that you are overlooking the fact that there are two aspects to this proposal. Firstly we develop a HQ building with our admin, gym, “DemonShop”, phsios, etc (plus a licensed club facility for Demon members to meet adjacent the MCG)! Secondly we have a training area of a similar size to the “G”, located immediately next door and overlooked by the former. The ground would service most training exercises (or modifications of same) that I have observed at Gosch’s Paddock and (should we want to do full match simulation) Gosch’s Paddock is only a warm-up jog away. We also have Casey at our disposal. Nothing is going to be perfect (except if we get 52 week access to the MCG) however, as Bartlett stresses, this was the option identified as having more positives than other scenarios considered! 

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    3 hours ago, CBDees said:

    I think that you are overlooking the fact that there are two aspects to this proposal. Firstly we develop a HQ building with our admin, gym, “DemonShop”, phsios, etc (plus a licensed club facility for Demon members to meet adjacent the MCG)! Secondly we have a training area of a similar size to the “G”, located immediately next door and overlooked by the former. The ground would service most training exercises (or modifications of same) that I have observed at Gosch’s Paddock and (should we want to do full match simulation) Gosch’s Paddock is only a warm-up jog away. We also have Casey at our disposal. Nothing is going to be perfect (except if we get 52 week access to the MCG) however, as Bartlett stresses, this was the option identified as having more positives than other scenarios considered! 

    It’s still second best and leaves us behind. Why not just stay at Goschs?

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    Where did it actually say there is only going to be one set of goal/point posts ??

    Never seen a half-oval ala half-court in b-ball.

    Bartlett’s article simply said there wouldn’t be a fence, just goal/point posts. Seems one poster has merely misinterpreted this. Happy to be proven wrong, but no point getting in a state over a half oval when that’s not the case. Yarra Park leaves Goschs for dead - bring on the facility/training ground (full size - 2 posts)

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    7 hours ago, Roost It said:

    Not having fences is fine. One set of goalposts can’t be correct. How do you simulate a match? 

    As if the AFL won't be playing razzle dazzle half-court rules within a few years. Visionary preparation.

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    2 hours ago, Roost It said:

    It’s still second best and leaves us behind. Why not just stay at Goschs?

    Because Gosch’s Paddock is only a wind-swept oval. It doesn’t address bringing all our functions together under one roof nor provide a facility for members!

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    9 hours ago, old dee said:

    I have the article at home Clint. I will give the exact sentence later today.

    Any luck od?

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    33 minutes ago, Dr. Gonzo said:

    Any luck od?

    The paragraph from the HUN says " The Demons confirmed there would be an administration building on top of the train line but only goal and point posts on the playing field in the northeastern corner." 

    Sorry for the delay Dr. It has been a busy day."

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    10 hours ago, Clintosaurus said:

    I read it as there won't be a fence etc at that end. 

    Hi Clint see my comment to DR Gonzo on this subject.

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    1 hour ago, CBDees said:

    Because Gosch’s Paddock is only a wind-swept oval. It doesn’t address bringing all our functions together under one roof nor provide a facility for members!

    nor an ability to leverage income

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    20 minutes ago, old dee said:

    The paragraph from the HUN says " The Demons confirmed there would be an administration building on top of the train line but only goal and point posts on the playing field in the northeastern corner." 

    Sorry for the delay Dr. It has been a busy day."

    can have 2 interpretations, od

    " The Demons confirmed there would be an administration building on top of the train line----- but only goal and point posts------ on the playing field <<<< which is >>>> in the northeastern corner <<<< of yarra park >>>>." 

    i prefer this interpretation myself

     

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    54 minutes ago, daisycutter said:

    can have 2 interpretations, od

    " The Demons confirmed there would be an administration building on top of the train line----- but only goal and point posts------ on the playing field <<<< which is >>>> in the northeastern corner <<<< of yarra park >>>>." 

    i prefer this interpretation myself

     

    Yep, that is what’s meant. The ‘only’ is a reference to the absence of the fence, rather than a set of goalposts missing. 

    The ground will only have goal and point posts, no fence. 

    Edited by Grapeviney

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    10 hours ago, Roost It said:

    Not having fences is fine. One set of goalposts can’t be correct. How do you simulate a match? 

    During simulations, they rarely use both goals. Usually will set from the backline and if a turnover happens they kick to a coach or a temporary small goal set is used.

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    Sometimes a fence can be a problem, restricting the use of the field especially when the rehab is large or some are running laps or they are spilt into groups causing them to clash with each other. They can mark the field to suit purposes and are able to place temporary goals. No more jumping fences to get the ball. The problem I see is because more thoroughfare for the public there will be more rubbish, dog doo, beer bottles and cans. The staff and field cleaners will have to be vigilant. I would love to see a small pavillion that spectators can use to huddle in on those rainy days and the staff can use for their computer/tracking area. As well as toilets and room where the players can put their gear. 

    Edited by kevin martin

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    5 hours ago, Supermercado said:

    As if the AFL won't be playing razzle dazzle half-court rules within a few years. Visionary preparation.

    Its been played for  a few years now !

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    2 hours ago, kevin martin said:

    The problem I see is because more thoroughfare for the public there will be more rubbish, dog doo, beer bottles and cans. The staff and field cleaners will have to be vigilant. 

    Just as long as the public aren't leaving their random sprinklers on the track then it should all be fine. 

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    3 hours ago, Skuit said:

    Just as long as the public aren't leaving their random sprinklers on the track then it should all be fine. 

    I hope the boulie tacker is a dees supporter 

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    9 hours ago, old dee said:

    The paragraph from the HUN says " The Demons confirmed there would be an administration building on top of the train line but only goal and point posts on the playing field in the northeastern corner." 

    Sorry for the delay Dr. It has been a busy day."

    Thanks od

    That to me means the northeast corner will only have goal posts (ie no fence) rather than the northeast corner will be the only side of the ground with goal posts.

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    8 hours ago, Grapeviney said:

    Yep, that is what’s meant. The ‘only’ is a reference to the absence of the fence, rather than a set of goalposts missing. 

    The ground will only have goal and point posts, no fence. 

    Correct Grapeviney.

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    2 hours ago, Dr. Gonzo said:

    Thanks od

    That to me means the northeast corner will only have goal posts (ie no fence) rather than the northeast corner will be the only side of the ground with goal posts.

    the north east corner is just a reference to where the proposed training oval is located in yarra park

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