DemonicFinalFantasy

Goody - Stuck in mud.

If Rozee had soccered the ball like Port had been doing most of the night, then it wouldn't have been an issue. So his choice in tapping the ball on (knowing Hunter was headed his way) was a dangerous action (for himself).

... can I just add that I'm sick of Oliver acting like a petulant 10 year old child when things don't go his way, and being a smart harse when he fools umps or the opposition. So short sighted! Yeah, the loss disappointed me!

I luv how they considered only the first ground and left remaining grounds verdicts unknown. Basically saying to the AFL if you don't get your rules correct, we'll be back here again ... on a very similar case. $$$ thank you very much now and in the future!!

I'll frame the verdict and it'll go straight to the pool room!! And it should go on Rooeys highlight reel!!

Whoo hoo!!!

Maybe they are orchestrating an appeal to the High Court. Ka-ching, ka-ching!!

Wake up Jeff!!! Gleeson! Apologies to the wiggles!

Probably writing a epic judgement that the AFL can move forward on. Rewriting the rules for them!

The Rules have to be read in conjunction with the Regulations. Google afl regulations.

I've been thinking of how we can voice our frustration should this last appeal be upheld too. My suggestion: A minute before bouncedown at the next game (there are timers on the scoreboard, aren't there?), ... all Demon ... or for that matter, any football supporter with a brain ... wave their scarf (or any "fabric" ... thank you Goody!!!) in circles, while shouting: "Rrroooooooooooooooo!!! Straightfoward, relevant, and simple enough for the AFL to get the message. It would not be appropriate for the following Sir Doug Nicholls Round, as much as I would like to see a protest for the duration of Rooyen's penalty. Traction anyone? Or other suggestions? Its all just in case!!

Think its time for me to invest in a grid iron helmet, and cut out my wife's shoulder pads from her '80s collection! Just need a Hunt or Naughton headband and I'll be rockin' (and compliant)!!

A bit like the RBA governor and its Board's interest rate decisions ... but I digress.

AFL Pick n Mix!

Can anyone with knowledge tell me if we appeal this outcome, is it only about the hearing, the evidence provided, and the rationale around the decision? ie. doesn't take into account other past incidents, reported or not?

I doubt this will be the case as the AFL choose who to cite and who not to via the MRO (eg. Chol vs van Rooyen).

The AFL Commission was founded in 1985. As much as the AFL would have you believe otherwise.

Maybe its time to give notice to the AFL that we'll be handing back our licence and starting a new league based on pre-AFL (butchered) rules.

... was to guess where the ball was going to land ... Wow!! Are they trying to outlaw spoils along with the bump?? guess? Get out the protractor and ruler boys!!

Match reviews should be put through an AI app. Not sure how it would learn from the range of past (woeful) decisions but I am sure the AFL would think that's a minor consideration.

Would he rather have Petty forward or back?

Quite apart from the standard of umpiring tonight I find the coaching of players by the umpires (eg. after the siren and a player kicking for goal) to be so inappropriate! The players know, or should know the rules. If they deviate off their line, its game (or quarter) over! Simple. The risk of no score is totally on the player.

We used to be able to reset at any qtr break and as spectators notice the immediate change in focus, direction or attitude. Does it seem like we can't or dont do this now?

Nice to have an ump onside

Hope a coach saw the handbrake was left on for the first half and released it for the second half. Reset and lets go Dees!!!