Jack Viney 200 Games

[Adzman 2,085]

Pound for pound the hardest player in the AFL. 

His career is now sitting in the club Legend tier.

I look forward to telling my grandkids one all about him. 

[Bates Mate 3,967]

Just like his old man improving in the later years of his career. Jack has always been good but last few seasons have been great. Jack like his dad improved his kicking after many years of being a bit dodgy. Todd got his first All Australian in his 10th year and Jack should've got the nod last year in his.

[WalkingCivilWar 33,380]

3 hours ago, In Harmes Way said:

You can add me to the "Jack Viney made me cry" thread - one or two tears after watching that. I know Jack will play his 200th the same as his first 199 - there is just no other way.

I started crying the moment the voiceover guy started talking. 😑Oftentimes these intros are cringe, especially when they’re bottom of the barrel stuff, featuring a player for the sake of featuring a player. But this one is powerful and meaningful.

Spewing Jack’s 200th isn’t at the ‘G. I’ve had quite a few fans saying how much they’d love to be there for it. But if we win this match, that won’t matter so much. ❤️💙

[Rodney (Balls) Grinter 10,588]

3 hours ago, Sir Why You Little said:

Jack should have got an AA Jacket in ‘21 for just his Grand Final performance alone. He was the extractor during “Bang x4”

And fearless workhorse when we were battling for control of the game back as well.

Far better player than Sellwod and he got 6 AAs.

But then I don't see Jack as being the type that wins so many popularity points with umpires or the AFL - that's the beauty of him.

[Rodney (Balls) Grinter 10,588]

Congratulations Jack - love your work.

Just an absolute beast of a player.

One thing I distinctly remember that Todd was renowned for (assides from being as hard a nails), was for being a consummate professional in his training and preparation and I get the sense that has well and truely rubbed off on Jack as well.

It's like the kid was born and raised to be a gladiator or perhaps like a Spartian warrior for the Melbourne Football Club.

Edited March 27 by Rodney (Balls) Grinter

[Willmoy1947 3,814]

Cannot say anymore to what has been said already. The ultimate player's player.

[The Stewster 219]

wow, just seemed like yesterday I had a photo with him and Aaron Davey at a family day. I use JV and Tracc as role models for my son. Well done Jack.

[Brownie 5,429]

What I love about Jack, apart from his toughness is that he has never rested on his laurels. He's always looked to improve on his weaknesses

His tackling,

He used to get cited so much for his hits remember, now with his judo / grappling skills, he just drags them down and wraps them up. I'm sure he still hurts them.

His disposal,

his work on his disposal and forward work around the goals has transformed. He's that much cleaner with his disposals and attacking work now. 

As @Superunknown mentioned to me last night, he lost the captaincy but never sooked about it, just kept on leading on the field.

He's not a Gawny type club man, he just goes out there and fights in the trenches every game.

He's carried the team on his back so many times to keep us in games.

We are very lucky to have him and it's a joy to watch him give 100 percent week in week out.

Thank you Jack Viney

[poita 3,706]

Absolute champion who epitomises all that is great about this group. Congratulations Jack. 

[spirit of norm smith 13,417]

Brave. Loyal.  Tough.  Strong. Determined.  That’s our JV7.  Congratulations JV on 200 games.  He stands up as one of very best.  Premiership player.  Multiple top 3 in B&F  shows his consistency.  May be play on to get close to 300.  God speed.  

[Redleg 38,036]

Well done Jack. hopefully BOG in a winning side.

[Dannyz 2,345]

The true mark of Jack is how he took his captaincy demotion.

Happy to lead the same way, continued as vice, never sooked and re-signed a year or so later long term.

That is leadership. 

[leave it to deever 16,186]

Expecting a big game from him in his 200 th.

Hot of the heels of Tracca playing a ripper.

Which was hot of the heels of Clarry playing his best.

Not worried about Ports midfield.

They should be sweating about ours.

[WalkingCivilWar 33,380]

Just one example of Jack’s awesomeness…

At Gosch’s the players walk from the rooms to the ground in ‘dribs and drabs.’ Jack was walking with Shane aka Smacca (she says with reluctance). I had brought a jumper for Shane to sign and when Jack saw the brand new 23 he raised his eyebrows and smiled. BUT… he waited for a group of about 10 of the boys to catch up then loudly said, “Look, it’s got your number!” I just KNOW he did this deliberately and I also know it worked because Shane usually has a small signature. Not so small this time…

 

😁

[Deemania since 56 6,237]

16 hours ago, Deevout said:

Tough, Courageous, Loyal, most importantly a Premiership Player.

Congratulations Jack. Onwards to 250 and above in the  🔴🔵

He has passed all tests, improved his contributions to the team every year, is now a longer-term journeyman for our benefit. Well done, Jack. Heart and soul of our Club and a perfect fit for Max, Tracca, Clarry and ANB as a driver, experienced hand and talent. His sacrificial bravery and its 'team concern' forms a strong part of AFL history, progressive team improvements and sets benchmarks of what it is to be a Melbourne Football Club diamond.

 

[Little Goffy 12,770]

Just going to nod to the fact that Jack Viney is superbly committed to fair play while also being so damn hard. He isn't into the behind-the-play sniping or any of the rubbish stuff, he is just pure hardness.

I do wish that promo voice-over guy would take some Coloxyl, though. It's just hrrrnnnnghh rrrgh nnnnnnngh from him every time.

[Purple77 965]

The single most wrong I've ever been in supporting footy is thinking we should have let him walk to Geelong and give Brayshaw more minutes. 

Last 100 games has been outstanding. Wouldn't have gotten to where we are without Jack.

[Deeoldfart 7,820]

Jack is a legend, who has played a huge part in dragging our great club out of the doldrums, to where we sit today.  
Thanks Jack.  Long may the opposition continue to cower at the sight of your shadow.

[TassieDevil 118]

Living interstate I have had limited chances to watch MFC live. Every time I have I am left in awe of Jack's contribution - a real see ball get ball player but with a better footy IQ. Deserves another flag.

[Bring-Back-Powell 13,401]

We did the right thing for T Mac and Max in their 200th game.

Hopefully Jack gets his much deserved win.

[DeeZone 7,947]

Very hard to sum Jack up in a few sentences I loved the Ch7 promo for his 200th game. Been a Dee since he could walk and talk, we knew in our hearts that he was going to be ours and he has emulated and surpassed the deeds of his dad Todd, one of our loved former heroes. Jack now talks the talk and walks the walk.

Good luck Jack on your 200th and May there be many more for us to enjoy and celebrate.❤️💙💕

Edited March 28 by DeeZone
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[Sydee 3,670]

Congratulations Jack hugely underrated by most footy fans other than those wearing red and blue

Every supporter is proud of the way you go about it. Ferocious at the contest and 100% effort for 100% game time

Keep up the great work and hopefully another cup waits for you next time at the MCG 

[monoccular 16,396]

Jack has surely reached club legend status already.  Never say die, incredibly hard but fair.  His own hard work has improved his “genetically poor” kicking to now be very good (as did Todd).
His team mates must just love having him on the field with them - relentless and leads by example.

Thanks Jack for all you have already done for our club and our fans. 

Edited March 28 by monoccular

[Demon Dynasty 15,963]

4 hours ago, WalkingCivilWar said:

Just one example of Jack’s awesomeness…

At Gosch’s the players walk from the rooms to the ground in ‘dribs and drabs.’ Jack was walking with Shane aka Smacca (she says with reluctance). I had brought a jumper for Shane to sign and when Jack saw the brand new 23 he raised his eyebrows and smiled. BUT… he waited for a group of about 10 of the boys to catch up then loudly said, “Look, it’s got your number!” I just KNOW he did this deliberately and I also know it worked because Shane usually has a small signature. Not so small this time…

 

😁

Bloody awesome WCW.

I see he even signed off as Smacca!

[Demonland 66,461]