Palace Dees

All great posts here, and so accurate. He is the absolute reason I became a member of MFC. I was always a supporter, but because footy was a Saturday game only and I played, I rarely got to VFL (then) matches. When I did, it was usually to see North as my best mate was a fanatic, so I saw a lot of finals. Then Robbie started. I first saw him on TV, but when I saw him live, I was mesmerised. He was different. He was an artist. I used to call him Nureyev, as he danced when others scrambled. As Ali changed boxing, Robbie showed what could be done on a footy field, but only by him. I just had to see him live everyweek. His bravery was underestimated too. Wouldn't shirk an issue, despite knowing pr*cks like Rhys-Jones and Dipper would line him up or whack him behind play. I saw it many times because I only watched him as our side was [censored]. Robbie never retaliated. Not because he was afraid, he was just a better person. I still have the 'Give Robbie one more chance to play finals' donation certificate and the signed photo on chipboard. I have never seen, nor will I, a better footballer in the purest sense than Tulip. I wept uncontrollably when he passed, and have tears in my eyes writing this now. GOAT.

I'm not sure why so many here feel they have to defend Kings appointment when it's not really being attacked. My post was simply highlighting the innaccuay of the comment that the job starts next year, which as you say, is certainly not the case. This topic was started as a poll. For what it's worth, I voted c. Yes, but you're distracted. Only 7% have said no! Personally, I am happy with the appointment. The timing can't be helped and the club and King have handled it well. Of course he can do both jobs for 2 weeks, but he has to be at least a little distracted in this time. Yesterday 'we' was Melbourne, today it's Geelong. Ideally, for his mindset, it would be better if his current team was out of finals, but it may be a boost for us if he is instrumental in being part of a premiership coaching team. Think of the learnings! 😉 Remember, the poll qustion is: Can current assistant coaches, who are still in finals still operate with integrity and intent with their current team whilst applying and potentially becoming announced as senior coach

Wait until David King hears about it! 🫠

Sacrilegious question! (Insert tounge in cheek emoji here 😉) The great Red Fox, of course.

I didn't think a tongue in cheek meme was necessary. Seems I was wrong. Still, it's an interesting stat, you'd have to admit.

Not unhappy with Kings appointment. It just leaves me twitchy re his Geelong playing connection. No former Geelong player has coached a flag since '63. Former Melbourne players have won 9 in that time. Since '52 the numbers are 1 vs 14.

The last thing I will do is read it.

We have to pay 50% of Gus's salary in '26 from the salary cap. It jumps to 100% in '27 and '28 in what was reported to be a heavily back-ended contract. It will definitely hinder our ability to attract big names from other clubs.

It seems like you are. You can't equate AFL coaching to any other job. As soon as he applied, his mind was with the new role, it has to be. If not, he doesn't get the gig (hello Nathan). With respect to you, to say the job starts next year, is laughable.

Nothing highlights the unbelievable transformation the club has had in 3 and a half seasons than the underlined above. I challenge anyone to think this could have be remotely acceptable mid '22. Yet today I, like many, have accept that it has to be considered. Nothing new it this sentinment, but F*ing hell, it still hurts so much.

It's like visiting the grassy knoll here at times, sadly. It's the old 80/20 rule I suppose, but the 20% have worn me down. An infrequent visitor nowadays.

How good is this team to be sitting on top of the ladder with a % of 500+ with all these injuries. An awesome group and such a delight to watch.

Hawthorn became my 3rd favourite side for a couple of years early 70's. I was a terrible cricketer, but somehow found myself playing i a social against a Hawthorn F.C team that was made up from the '71 Premiership team. Parkin was wicket keeper from memory and we went back to their social club post match. It was a great night and they were very sociable. Have to admit though, the club has slipped a long way down on my (short) list of liked clubs since then.

Amen, Ahmed. It's universal. Ask Brayden Maynard! 👿

The phrase that kept running through my head. Will always see him on my living room wall with his '21 team and be thankful.