leave it to deever

A lot still holding for Fritta as sub. I guess as good as he was it was only one quarter so fair enough. Maybe keep him angry. Melksham can lend him some agro juice too. Viney has to come in so I guess Sharp is the unlucky one. Other than that as my dad would say "don't monkey about with a working monkey." I just wish I'd have once asked him what it meant . I miss him.

Certainly had their chance. Too many posters. And the umpiring has been iffy. Fancy that.

This is could be something I was looking forward to to becoming be a mare for the dogs. Is there rain on the horizon? Eight frees to three . No prizes for guessing which favor.

Was loving this game for a while. Come on dogs.Get some back pronto. Despite it's critics you've gotta love Thursday night footy. It always reminds me of that clip from...

I remember ... "Apart from their goals, St Kilda was scoreless in that opening quarter" Eddie McGuire. There are a few about. BT is one of my favorites when he doesn't finish senten..

Go doggies. Damn I keep picking the wrong jumpers.

Those guernseys look like North playing an NRL team.

Good to hear from you lately Jaded. We always get forced to play there on some crowd number financial technicality. I hate that venue except for the glorious 21 comeback we made there. So apart from my ingrained dislike of the cats,yep may Bont rip it up. My brother in law is a cats fan. I usually just send him a nice photo of Max when we play them. That's all it takes to wind him up.

Always tough at Kardinia or whatever it's called but I hope they rip the Cats apart tonight. Always had a soft spot for the doggies. Probably because they suffered like us for the time between flags. I'll never forget that camera shot during the Gf of a group of dejected Bailey look a likes. Said it all at the time. And I do enjoy watching their version in Bont of our Tracc. Was a great day when Tracca won the Norm Smith.

There's a bit of space in my front yard I'd donate. But I guess living in Northern Wollongong it won't be sent by 1many. Then again could be just what this city needs. A great tourist attraction . I'm still seeing him in my mind's eye taking all those seemingly effortless marks v the lions in the last in the weekend's game. And that soccer style crucial goal, seems to be his new best way of scoring. If we can just get opponents on the mark to stand with their legs open he could win a Coleman at full forward. Thanks again Max. As fit as he his and the knocks he's always taken, I do worry how long we will have him playing. Ruckman don't usually play longer than other positions. But you know he's going to always been involved in the club in some way. So there's that. As it should be. I also recommend a nice smaller statue/ trophy award after retirement for annual future games against the lions with the theme of courage/ leadership. Or maybe more appropriate for Geelong games. Just a pinch of salt for an old wound. A nice little bronze trophy of Max walking a cat or lion if it's not too bias. Either will suffice. Perhaps both in memory of our two finals in 21 and the previous last home and away game when he kicked the winning goal. So maybe a lion with a cat either side of it. As much as I admire the bloke, that final set shot at Kardinia was heart in the mouth stuff. I remember a camera shot of Oliver talking to Danger and thinking they were both saying, 'He'll miss it". I think he surprised himself. He didn't look nervous at all.😄Nerves of bronze.

Most in part, due to a really underperforming forward line. The simple inclusion and success and leadership of Melksham in one game not only gave us a decent score, it encourages and motivates all the others. He's also one tough hombre that players know will have their backs. Even without Viney our usual chief enforcer who pound for pound over powers others with more than a decent tickle, I saw a plethora of others go in and fly the flag. It's a great sign of mateship, unity and above all passion to win. Can't be underestimated. I really felt sorry for Gus when after being so unfairly knocked out only Viney came in and gave Maynard a touch up. Was a very bad look. A soft one and it gives the opposition confidence and probably justified arrogance to do what they want. Let's keep the agro up. Within limits but as much as possible. Edit, I was actually wondering if Jvr had maybe toned down his temperament after a few suspensions, and if it lowered his form. As spectators, how many of us blood thirsty ones enjoy seeing an unpopular opponent get a justified bit of rough stuff. So I imagine the player's like to see a bit of it too. And those of us who have played any contact sports probably remember occasions when we played with a bit of anger and we accounted quite well for ourselves. I was a hack high school player but if I got an unfair knock, it usually spurned me on to give some back but especially to make sure I beat my opponent.

The cliche a week is a long time in footy parlance, is true. I'm guilty of calling for Goodys head. Sincerely because I think it would be beneficial for the club in a number of ways which I won't get into again,. But mainly because I didn't want him unceremoniously forced out. I cannot and won't forget the incredible task of giving us a flag after so long. But after that win, I hope he sticks around. Regards your most fickle poster. LITD.

Yea it's a big call and decent of Fagan to acknowledge. Be difficult not too though. But credit given to both.

Obviously not objective but I try to be about other clubs and supporters. Carlton fans have had a long run of not winning a flag so there is probably a lot of frustration. But we've had one of the longest droughts in flag history. Ironically, finally broken by no small part from Max's 21 season. While relatively quiet by his standards in the premiership game he set us up all year. But in the in the two finals with a solid game v the lions and an incredible performance against Geelong in the preliminary ( after kicking the winning goal in the last h at a game at Kardinia), he booted five mind bending majors. One a classic 70m odd roost from the middle on the run. I send my brother in law a crazed cats fan, a picture of Max before Geelong games. But with other supporters, I do really believe we are much more civilized. Maybe we are. This will probably sound arrogant, but it's quite possible we are more from the upper echelons of society classes. I would love to get a breakdown of stats on supporters jobs, education and salaries. Marital status and iqs etc. Not that these are the a thermometer of civility but perhaps we are more rational than others and don't constantly boo just for the sake of it. I find Eagles fans the worst. Maybe the opposite holds too. Successful club supporters have a sense of entitlement that we don't. In any case, We should be proud of the composure and class we bring to the competition. Including our cheese platters. I mean what could be wrong with eating something other than a delicious but offal filled meat pie that always burns the roof of one's mouth. ( I find I always have to nibble mine and then it's gone without any big bites that bring gastronomic satisfaction). It's a shame we can't bring in the odd bottle of Penfolds now and then. Some of these vintages are without doubt the wines of the true connoisseur. And as for the supposed accusations levelled at us, of skiing, even if true, what in heavens could be so detrimental about this. To be out and about in the Snowy mountains highlands, enjoying some of the greatest scenery and fresh air in the world while getting a healthy spot of exercise. I mean at the end of the day, despite all the beamers you see with those famous MFC adhesives on them, doesn't reveal elitism. For me it shows we appreciate the finer things in life. Like high end engineering and quality acoustic systems to enjoy playing our classy theme song while the others go back to their boxes via unreliable public transport . Often they try to bait some poor Dees fans on the same mode of transportation. These patient MFC souls, are just doing their bit for the environment via active choice. So aside from their resentment of us having one of the best players in the competition, I imagine they probably do have a bit to grumble about. But who cares. We simply know we are superior. Although in full disclosure, I drive a Kia. (It does have a very good seven year comprehensive warranty). So if not more successful in life and I'm not saying your income defines this, we are at least, the most mannered and decently behaved. That to me is the true litmus test of class. The others just keep inbreeding the constant, dear I say one would call "yobbo," element. Go number 11.

Wasn't sure where to post this but do you still sell merchandise. In particular the caps? Thanks. Couldn't find any links. My old ones getting a bit tatty and probably losing it's luk. Although my lucky undergarment still work. But I probably should wash them. But that may Jynx them. Can't hold out much longer under threat of divorce.

There is new zing in the air and within all our players and most Demonlanders. And why not? Especially when you travel that far to knock off the reigning premiers. And to see so many players lift in form and stick up for their teammates was great. The last point, I think is truly a zingful sign, if you will, of a winning team and culture. Been absent for too long. Without going overboard and giving silly penalties, it's very important for mine. Long may it ring, so we can all sing that great thing " It's a grand old flag" more often.

Top podcast gents. Some great things explained by Binman about Stats. And great praise for Captain Max.

I reckon Melksham is probably for his size...he' not huge...one of the strongest players in the competition.

It needs to be centre e place on the main living room wall with a spotlight on it. And a sensor/pressure alarm system. Great story and a damn good thing to have. I'm jealous. Max yesterday as good or better than he was at the time of said picture. Top story.

Thanks Deestar9. Perhaps you were correct. It certainly seemed to work. And a Herculean effort it certainly was. Such a star of the game.

I think so mentioned this before but in the game day thread. Up untill three quarter time I thought Max was down in form I keep an eye on his marking stats because his form and this stat in particular is often a fair gauge of how the whole team is performing. I think at the three quarter time break he had two or three marks. Took about five more in the last ( would average out at 20 at that rate) But it's when and where... mostly the last five minutes of the game when he was taking them and was pivotal in winning it for us. That's what makes him a champion. You can never write them off even if their form wasn't good for three quarters.

Apologies to the OP here. He's seen and understood things I clearly haven't and is correct in his belief we are still a chance. I officially wrote us off after after the hope I had from three on the trot, was dashed by our Hawks loss. Which I believe we really should have won. Perhaps he predicted our best is better than the reigning premiers on their own turf. Clearly Melksham made the difference in our forward line. A problem that has been nagging us for many seasons. We are still a long way from making finals but yesterday certainly sent a message to other clubs and myself that we are still in it. Go you good Dees.

Melksham seems to have returned to the form we originally recruited him for. For me in the past he seemed to have struggled stringing great games together. I hope he continues in his present state for a good many games. Do you think his injury and absence from the game has given him a new lease of life ? Does this often happen when players get sidelined for significant periods of time? He's older too, so do they possibly realise that their careers are limited and it motivates them more? He's in scintillating form and will worry other coaches. I'll get my monies worth while I'm here and ask if you think if Bowey's shoulder injury lowered his performance for a significant time because he too is back to his best? It seems well and truly behind him. These two were the main reason we won for me. They deserve a shout out which I'm sure you'll give. And lastly weren't you guys proud to see players giving a bit back when their mates got some rough stuff? It really demonstrates a great espirit de corps. Something I felt had been lacking and an important element of a good team.

God call SWYL He needed to be dropped because he's lacked a fair bit of intent. I thought that mark he took on the wing was a ripper. Hopefully the old Fritta with more passion is back for good.

Bow bow Bowser.