Grand Final Celebration at the G

[picket fence 17,172]

4 hours ago, Demon4Life said:

Beautiful day for it

WHAT A GREAT GET GETTING CLARRY INTO THE PICTURE ON THE RIGHT, HOW'D YA DO IT???

[Dr. Gonzo 24,223]

I timed my run beautifully, got to my seat a minute or so before Gus took the mark and put us in front.

Had great seats down near the boundary and the club did a great job getting the past players involved. Particularly loved seeing Junior McDonald there, Schwarta, Wiz, Neitz, Febey (not sure which one?) and of course the Rev. Trav Johnstone looked like he was having a good day, I also saw Tingay, Newport, Green, Steve Smith, Strawbs O'Dwyer, Greg Healy and a bunch of others I've forgotten to mention.

There was one player I couldn't pick though, was wearing number 9 in a late 90s/early 2000s iPrimus jumper which wouldve been the era Neitz wore it. Looked to young to be Alan Johnson so not sure who it was anyone have an idea?

It was a really good day put on by the club, much better than I expected. I saw some kids towards the end of the replay getting a bit bored so was glad I left mine at home.

Lots of talk around doing it again in 2022, going back to back etc let's hope the club can build off this and create a dynasty with this list.

[Willmoy1947 4,091]

1 hour ago, Bates Mate said:

Mcg really put on bare minimum for the catering stands , lines where a joke

Should have made it a byo, would have lasted for days..

[Satan 2,872]

2 minutes ago, Dr. Gonzo said:

I timed my run beautifully, got to my seat a minute or so before Gus took the mark and put us in front.

Had great seats down near the boundary and the club did a great job getting the past players involved. Particularly loved seeing Junior McDonald there, Schwarta, Wiz, Neitz, Febey (not sure which one?) and of course the Rev. Trav Johnstone looked like he was having a good day, I also saw Tingay, Newport, Green, Steve Smith, Strawbs O'Dwyer, Greg Healy and a bunch of others I've forgotten to mention.

There was one player I couldn't pick though, was wearing number 9 in a late 90s/early 2000s iPrimus jumper which wouldve been the era Neitz wore it. Looked to young to be Alan Johnson so not sure who it was anyone have an idea?

It was a really good day put on by the club, much better than I expected. I saw some kids towards the end of the replay getting a bit bored so was glad I left mine at home.

Lots of talk around doing it again in 2022, going back to back etc let's hope the club can build off this and create a dynasty with this list.

Think it was leoncelli , he and rigoni were kicking in to the paint tin at quarter time

[Allus Monk 568]

3 minutes ago, Dr. Gonzo said:

 

There was one player I couldn't pick though, was wearing number 9 in a late 90s/early 2000s iPrimus jumper which wouldve been the era Neitz wore it. Looked to young to be Alan Johnson so not sure who it was anyone have an idea?

 

I reckon that was Andrew Leoncelli, who did the Kick for Cash at Quarter time with Guy Rigoni, but for some reason he was wearing a No 9 jumper.

[picket fence 17,172]

Just sensational day allround great job the club did putting this together!

[Guest]

1 hour ago, demonscranbourne said:

How crap my view was. Ended up watching the screen most of the day

 

You should’ve done a Me. I started in my allocated seat, way up in Level four, about ten rows in from the back wall. By halfway through the last quarter I was on the fence. So I got to see the presentations etc. really well. 👍🏽

[Wrecker46 2,985]

6 minutes ago, Allus Monk said:

I reckon that was Andrew Leoncelli, who did the Kick for Cash at Quarter time with Guy Rigoni, but for some reason he was wearing a No 9 jumper.

Gus was stiff not to land one he was peppering it.

[Fritta and Turner 4,425]

Many thanks to all those who posted.  Combined with family photos it seems it was a great day.

[Guest]

7 hours ago, Bitter but optimistic said:

It's quite titillating to know I am in your thoughts WCW.

You laughed when you typed the word titillating, didn’t you. 

[Chook 15,013]

I just loved how many young kids and families were there on the day.

The club is clearly trying to push for that next generation of supporters, and I think the strategy is working - just need those 5-10 year olds to experience another 5-10 years of success and they'll be hooked for life.

(mwahahahaha it's all proceeding according to plan)

[cantstandyasam 700]

5 hours ago, Demon Dynasty said:

25 years earlier

Hey I recognize these 2 brothers. Used to stand in the outer with Vince and the boys.

[Wrecker46 2,985]

I'm loving Kate Rofey the more I see of her. Loved the fact she highlighted Kozzie's bump on Hunter.

The after her speach she picked her beer and kept drinking it as she walked back towards the players race whilst posing for selfies with supporters.

[picket fence 17,172]

WELL HERE GOES

With apologies to Joeboy coz I'm not sure he was there today.....

PICKET FENCE 3 WORD ANALYSIS OF THE DAY..

Weather. Just about right

Ambience. Absolutely Bloody Stunning

Kate Roffey, Class AAA Act

Replay. Always pleasurable experience.

Replay highlights from crowd. Loved Goals reactions

Robbo's Band. 2022 GF Entertainment!

Buildup to player presentation. Absolutely spot on!

Ex Players, Reveled in experience

Gary Lyon, 2022 GF HOST

Players presentations, Tears in Eyes

Neal Daniher, Tears in Eyes2

Max speech. Always on money

Simon Goodwin, Nothing left unsaid

Overall impression of the day. Will live FOREVER!

 

Edited December 5, 2021 by picket fence

[Redlagged 811]

Your best effort.

[Cassiew 1,903]

Had a wonderful day. Went with dad, my brothers and their families. Really lovely day. I saw the grand final with dad but this was the first with my brothers. Although I know it off by heart, still cheering like it was the first time (felt a bit silly.) The presentation felt a bit artificial but I do like that they do it for us.  I was so glad that all of us (father, brothers, nieces and nephews) all got their photo with the cup. We got the photo with the replica cup and naively thought it was the real one. We were ready to go, but then we saw the line. We realised it was for the other cups. Almost didn’t go as only the 1959, 1960 and 1964 ones are authentic. Since the line wasn’t too bad, we decided what the hey. Sure enough we get in and see it’s a 2021 cup. Our first reaction is: huh? So we get our photo all together. Got a bit suspicious when brother is told to “keep his hands off.” Not sure what’s going on, we go back to the other cup. After some searching, we finally see where it says it’s a replica. We were totally fooled. I would have been horrified if we’d realised we’d only got a photo with a replica cup. 
Where I was we were caught in a wind pocket. Unfortunately I only wore my demons gurnsey with jeans, so I started getting freezing. By the second quarter I was so cold, I didn’t know how I would cope. Luckily my older brother is a true gentleman and let me wear his jumper, even though it was like a tent on me.

All in all a great day. Can’t wait to do it again next year. Hoping we still have a family day pre-season.

[Hellaintabadplacetobe 4,294]

Just a thoroughly enjoyable occasion. The crowd re-lived every goal like it was live. There was so much joy and emotion, even seeing grown men hugging during the replay. 

The roar when Wiz and Schwarta got their hands on the cup was awesome but the standing ovation for Neale stole the show for me and was a tear jerker. I’m so stoked he got to see a flag and enjoy this occasion today.

There is a serious sense of belonging to this club at the moment, and it’s not going to go away any time soon.

Thankyou MFC

 

[Mazer Rackham 14,971]

39 minutes ago, picket fence said:

Neal Daniher, Tears in Eyes2

I'm not a cryer but it did induce a small amount of moisture.

13 minutes ago, Hellaintabadplacetobe said:

The roar when Wiz and Schwarta got their hands on the cup was awesome but the standing ovation for Neale stole the show for me and was a tear jerker. I’m so stoked he got to see a flag and enjoy this occasion today.

Neale is royalty at both Essendon and Melbourne. Has there ever been a player or "football identity" so universally admired and respected?

 

24 minutes ago, Cassiew said:

Where I was we were caught in a wind pocket.

Everywhere above ground level is a wind pocket. It never seems like much at first but eventually it gets in your bones. In season I wear long johns and a ski jacket. Toasty warm while others around me get hypothermia.

 

[Chook 15,013]

20 minutes ago, Mazer Rackham said:

I'm not a cryer but it did induce a small amount of moisture.

Neale is royalty at both Essendon and Melbourne. Has there ever been a player or "football identity" so universally admired and respected?

 

Everywhere above ground level is a wind pocket. It never seems like much at first but eventually it gets in your bones. In season I wear long johns and a ski jacket. Toasty warm while others around me get hypothermia.

 

In my infinite wisdom I brought a throw rug which saved my mum recently out of hospital from pulling the pin and going home. It was very important to me that I go with her cause it was my grandpa (her dad) who put me  onto the Dees as a young lad fresh down from Brisbane. I consider that blanket football royalty now, and my decision to bring it an absolute win. 

Edited December 5, 2021 by Chook

[Maldonboy38 6,403]

Great day at the 'G.

Robbo and Clint as hosts were really, really good.

Replay was brilliant. The booing of Caleb Daniel, the brutality of Viney crunching opposition players, the crowd reaction to the 3 late third quarter goals was immense. 35000 Dees fans going off was brilliant. 

Singing The Grand Old Flag at the game's end was very loud, and I belted it our until I was hoarse.

The kick for cash with Rigoni and Leoncelli was so well done because they both almost got it in twice. 

Robbo and his band: I was expecting cringe-worthy mediocrity. But they were fantastic. Great song choice which helped, energetic, and perfectly suited to the day.

Past players were a real highlight. To have Steve Smith and Gary Hardeman carry it together really spoke of the agony of 57 years. A huge shout for Ox and Wiz as they handed it over to Brad Green and James MacDonald, who in turn gave it to Jones and Jetta.

Garry Lyon was a wonderful MC. Funny, focused and inviting.

Biggest highlight was the crowd reaction to Neale Daniher. Standing ovation that went on and on, and he himself got quite emotional. 

Big Max giving a great brief chat with that quirky grin on its face, and Goody given his chance at last. 

And the cup held high! 

And pre-season starts in earnest tomorrow - Carna Dees!

[Big Col 1,347]

I cried.

Now I have closure on 2021 and I hope the way I feel is the same as the players. We HAVE to win in 2022 at the MCG. I'm not complete and satisfied until that happens.

[Allus Monk 568]

3 minutes ago, Big Col said:

Now I have closure on 2021

I feel this is the end of celebrating. On to 2022, with clear heads, wholeheartedly and unafraid. 2021 is now history. 

[Hampton 22 519]

A really well run, enjoyable day. All credit to the club for organising such a great event. Who would have thought - professionalism on and off the field. Wonderful to see. 

[joeboy 3,166]

Gary Lyon as MC introduced Salem as the greatest ever number 3 for the club, but immediately followed that with a ‘[censored]’ under his breath, that was evident to all.

Like most of the others who attended, I found the entire post replay presentation moving and exciting. I think I’ve watched the replay too many times and couldn’t get overwhelmed again.

Robbo and band were surprisingly outstanding in my opinion, whilst the ‘relay’ of ex players with trophy in hands was a wonderful touch.

It was an almost surreal experience to be amongst so many like-minded Dees’ supporters, and I truly believe a Demon juggernaut has been released.

[Nasher 33,616]

Lived vicariously through the snippets posted on social media and the Demonland commentary. I’m actually spewing I missed this more than not being able to get to the GF, which even in normal circumstances I probably wouldn’t have been able to get to anyway.

Sounds like it was a great day.