dworship

On 2/21/2023 at 10:23 PM, AzzKikA said:

Wow, I don't know how many years I've been reading this thread and I still can't make sense of it 🤪

Can you imagine how the new member Orion will feel when he discovers this thread? I would describe it as the madhouse within the madhouse, disciplined by the "Governor" who has dubious control over it. Notice I didn't say "Moderator", it is unlikely this thread could be moderate.

On 2/19/2023 at 9:26 AM, old dee said:

Miracles are rare Mr.Leg. don't hold your breath.

In a weird way (don't judge), I've missed your negativity OD.

Interesting to see Matthew Buntine listed, I thought he had moved on.

Mathew Richardson to provide special comments on Friday nights. That will be insightful. (where is the double facepalm emoji when you need it?)

On 2/20/2023 at 11:41 AM, Orion said:

Sometimes things can be misinterpreted through text so maybe that's what's happened here.  If that is the case I apologise and will un-ignore QB.

Just wait until you get a private message from BBO (Bitter But Optimistic). It wont be angry but it could contain a dose of "think right" or other behavioral advice. I would be cautious about following such advice. He has good intentions (sometimes) however he has been known to delve into some murky ....... suggestions.

Welcome to the mad house.

21 minutes ago, La Dee-vina Comedia said:

Am I the only who has no idea what this means? At the time of writing, two people have "Liked" the comment, so it must mean something to someone.

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2019-03-10/nant-whisky-scandal-untold-story-behind-investment-collapse/10784396

Gee we've moved on from the Board elections quickly.

1 minute ago, Redleg said:

Julius Caesar didn’t see his assassins smiling either. Mainly because Brutus and most of the brave boys, stabbed him in the back.

I'm not that clever, you'll see it coming.

9 hours ago, Redleg said:

I think you can be polite and combative at the same time.

Ever heard the phrase “ smiling assassin “?

I've had people call me that, although the emphasis wasn't on the smiling part.

4 minutes ago, Redleg said:

Incorrect contention.

Now this is what I mean my learned colleague. Far too polite and evidence supports the contention.

On 2/11/2023 at 9:54 PM, Redleg said:

Well some Barristers are nice.

If you're a Barrister, I contend you are not combative enough!!

1 hour ago, spirit of norm smith said:

Yes it will be interesting.  We have plenty of small forwards like Burgoyne on the list but with Bedford gone, the excitement factor he might bring is appealing.  Burgoyne could be a handy addition. Kye Turner brings additional depth to key tall defenders but I’m not sure this is needed either. May, Petty, Tomlinson are already key pillars and we have development players like Disco Turner and Adams.  

Schache can play back there as well.

1 hour ago, Katrina Dee Fan said:

I'm not a Trident member but I am a Redlegs member and we share the same room, I believe.  It's in the Lindsay Hassett Room on the second level of the Southern Stand.  Ralph and Michael are the long standing premium members who run proceedings in there, you can sit down and have a counter style meal, they have a full bar and barista, and yes, each week they have a guest speaker, such as a coach or a player.  

Had the President last year as well and other Board members have spoken there over the years. The Ryder room next door is also for Premium members but is mainly a stand up Bar and just does snacks.

7 hours ago, DeeSpencer said:

Rivers on ball is interesting. I'm not sure his tank is yet at the level where it's anything like a permanent change, and I've seen him at half back all summer so there's no suggestion of that.

As a rotational move it could be good for him and the side. But unlike Collingwood who moved Pendles back to get some Daicos or Maynard rotations we don't have a clear cut on baller who would do the same. Obviously Gus could be he's already shaping as more of a defender if Salem is out. Petracca, Oliver, Viney, Sparrow, Pickett, Harmes aren't going to swap to half back.

As for Rivers he has been solid but he hasn't taken a huge leap to my eye. I thought this could be the summer where he consistently trains at a high level and stands out. I'd suggest it's probably just mixing things up so they've got another option if needed, but maybe it's to give Riv a bit of encouragement too. I'm hoping he has a big season no matter the role. 

 

The players have always had a designated 2nd position and it only makes sense that they train/play in that 2nd role to understand it and more importantly the players around them can jell with them when in that role. When TMac went back in defence briefly last year it was seamless, just the way it should be. This sort of thing is what I will find fascinating during the season when combined with the strategic sub. Some teams will just opt for the sub as backup if someone gets injured, however I could see it being used in a variety of ways. Is it the stopper role? An oppo player gets off the chain and someone needs to sit on them. Harmes on the bench comes on for the second half to fill that role? Rivers as sub comes on to quiet a rebounding defender or to allow Gus time in the middle. These things have been managed by the interchange in the past but now we have a true break glass in case of emergency option. The permutations are going to be interesting.

18 hours ago, dee-tox said:

Good to hear!

And being from Doveton he should have the necessary amount of mongrel too!

You need to spell it like you say it, with an "f"

6 minutes ago, dworship said:

Mike and Ralph (The hosts) are the only ones I know of that have a reserved table which is against the window opposite the lectern. They sell raffle tickets from there and take Eftpos only these days. If you see a table with a couple of spare seats just ask if they're taken. 

Almost forgot, you'll need to show your Premium Member card to gain entry to the Hassett and Ryder rooms.

Mike and Ralph (The hosts) are the only ones I know of that have a reserved table which is against the window opposite the lectern. They sell raffle tickets from there and take Eftpos only these days. If you see a table with a couple of spare seats just ask if they're taken. 

Almost forgot, you will need to show your Premium Member Card to get into the Hassett and Ryder rooms.

7 hours ago, 58er said:

No I am guilty of not proofing my posts regularly but the KB weekend match is well known and always on TV!

The other is easily identified and only ONE letter a R for aY. 

I have never met a group of fusspots as the D/L core of VFL trajics and critics.

Items such as fixtures, byes, eligibility, times of day and prob the most important alignment with the corresponding AFL match that weekend. 

It also appears you only read half a post before launching into defence mode. I don't think I'm a fusspot, holier than thou, pedantic and a believer in paying attention to detail, yes. I tend not to suffer fools gladly either. What can I say, I'm a flawed human being.

5 hours ago, 58er said:

The May one could easily be a typo snd it's well known we play aPies on the Sunday at Casey  as in the last few years. 
Also it's prob not the AFL getting out this draw but the VFL and Smithy's  fault. 
 

 

It might be called VFL but it's run by the AFL. Do you really think the Major sponsor of the comp actually does the fixture? If it's well known we play the Pies on the Sunday then why the mistake? My original comment is not about the person that made the mistakes. It's about the incompetence of management that doesn't have processes in place to check things. I guess a lot of people don't proof read these days do they?

53 minutes ago, Neil Crompton said:

4 f’ing byes!!!!

Yep, beggars belief and in another example of how competent (not) the people are running the show, apparently we play W'bee on Sat 27 March. Any sort of cursory check would reveal it's meant to be May. Anyone can make a mistake and they both start with "M" so I wasn't going to be critical. However we're listed to play Collingwood on Sat. 11 June, problem is 11 June is a Sunday. Doesn't anyone at AFL house know how to read a calender!

1 hour ago, Redleg said:

That’s because we are all non discriminatory.

Oh contraire, I'll have you know I'm very discriminating, just not on this thread ..... although that may be counterintuitive.

1 hour ago, 640MD said:

I do like this thread, everyone gets sh it on ,  but no offence taken or probably intended, But I do think BBO must have very broad shoulders,  I might well have been his accomplice 45 years or so ago  but Iife intervened

and there was nothing wrong with the 70's apart from the great MFC

I'm not sure it's his "shoulders" that are broad.

1 hour ago, Red and Bluebeard said:

Nah. I wouldn't clean the dunny with that stuff!

Eeew, I wouldn't want to clean BBO's dunny with anything.

8 minutes ago, Redleg said:

What and hide in Uncle Bitter’s manor for the rest of my life?

Butlering is an admirable profession, if you play your cards right you might even be in charge of the maids.

On 2/5/2023 at 8:40 PM, Rodney (Balls) Grinter said:

Thanks @Deemist, that's a cracker of an interview/podcast.  Probably the best one I've listened to in a while.

Maxy take the [censored] out of T Mac at times and has a tongue in cheek go that he's a [censored] bloke, but I think the opposite is actually true and that Max actually really rates T Mac.  He's just such a down to earth country bloke at heart.

Loved the numerous intelegent insights into life as a AFL footballer, the days after the 2021 GF etc.  Particularly thought his take on the stand the mark, the 666 rule changes and ANB / Spargo roles and running were great.  Stuff about Mark Neeld was also pretty interesting.  All of this has probably been said/rumoured before, but if you want all this crammed into one 60min interview by someone who can accurately and articulatly explain it all, then this podcast is well worth the listen.

My thanks also @Deemist, it's a long listen and perhaps one for the car but I found some great insights. The ANB/ Spargo comment illustrates how some of the judgements of pundits on here can be so off the mark. The fact that ANB & Spargo didn't kick as many goals as some would like doesn't mean they will be replaced anytime soon if they are injury free and performing their role.