Whilst it was fun to watch, I'm glad Fritsch's goal scoring games streak is over.

Seemed like he was pretty aware of it, particularly in the last when he still hadn't got one and probably tried a bit too hard.

Haven't seen him shank like that for a long time.

On 5/4/2023 at 10:19 AM, Diamond_Jim said:

what went wrong out of interest?

Seemed a reasonable idea...

Personally I think it's time to stop using permanent parkland for car parking...... park and ride is the way

I agree. It was a painless process for me and I quite liked that I could book and turn up 30 mins before game, rather than getting there as soon as parking gates opened to ensure a spot.

Some of the (unverified) issues I have heard...

There was a log jam at the gate of people who didn't know about new process and turned up thinking they could pay as they did previously.  Apparently they had no alternative method available for them to pay and so were refused entry.

The new system required you to book specific areas/gates for entry (eg accessibility parking) so if you turned up at the wrong gate they were (again, apparently) turning people around.  Easy enough I suppose for a person walking to the wrong gate at the ground with their entry ticket, but not so much for a car sitting in a one way queue at car park gate!

There was also a disclaimer on the website that if the weather turned bad and they made the call to close Yarra Park, all those who already had a car park booked would be directed elsewhere and refunded. Didn't happen for our game but can see how it wouldn't be ideal to have a few thousand cars in the city looking for a new place to park on short notice.

For those who didn't enjoy the new parking set up last weekend, order has been restored...

Quote

Your parking experience in Yarra Park

 

Dear xxxxxxxxx

 

Thank you for taking the time to purchase a Yarra Park car parking ticket in advance of last weekend’s Round 7 matches at the MCG. 

 

On behalf of the Melbourne Cricket Club who manages the MCG precinct and Yarra Park, I would like to personally apologise to patrons who had a disappointing parking experience last weekend.

 

After assessing feedback received from fans and over the course of last weekend, the MCC will re-introduce the pay at the gate system on game days where Yarra Park is safe to be opened for parking.

 

Parking in Yarra Park is not available for MCG matches where a high crowd attendance is forecast in order to allow for an uninterrupted and safe entry and exit from the stadium. In the event of continual poor weather or heavy rains, the MCC may also close Yarra Park for parking to allow the heritage-listed parkland to recover and maintain its condition.

 

The cost of parking in Yarra Park for AFL matches remains at $10 per vehicle and payment can only be made through debit or credit cards. 

 

For patrons who took a proactive approach and pre-purchased parking tickets for upcoming fixtures in Rounds 8-15, the MCC thanks you for your willingness to adapt to proposed changes, however, tickets will be refunded to allow for a clean slate for all patrons going forward. Refunds will be automatically issued by Ticketek in the coming weeks.

 

The pre-paid parking system will remain in place for accessibility (disability) permit holders after positive feedback was received from those patrons who appreciated being able to plan their journey and book parking in advance following an initial trial which began in 2022. 

 

Patrons who hold accessibility (disability) permits will also have the option to pay at the Yarra Park entry gates.

 

The MCC would also like to acknowledge patrons who had a positive experience as a result of the move to pre-paid parking, and encourages all patrons to plan their journey to the MCG ahead of time for future fixtures and arrive early if planning to park in Yarra Park. 

 

For more information about parking in Yarra Park, visit mcg.org.au/parking.

 

If you experienced any issues with the pre-paid parking model in Round 7, please get in touch with our customer service team at [email protected].
 

Sincerely,

 

Josh Eltringham
General Manager – Venue & Event Services
Melbourne Cricket Club 

34 minutes ago, Engorged Onion said:

Why is Chin called Chin? Is there a problem with his Chin?

1 hour ago, ex52k2 said:

From round 7, all parking at the G will have to be purchased on line from Ticktec.

This is on the MCC website Once again if you dont have a mobile phone you just dont park at the G.

First refusing to axcept Australian money, then having to use credit cards now that isnt good enough, having to prepurchase parking tickets online from of all people.... TICKETEC.

What an outrage!  *shakes fist*
 

Don't mind it personally.  Now I can book my parking and turn up whenever I like, knowing I'll have a spot, rather than going as close to gate opening time as possible and then needing to kill a couple of hours.

Plus, other than pre-booked parking in the city (which yes, you book online), it's the cheapest and most convenient footy parking in town.

Edit - for anyone intending to drive in that doesnt know about the change:

https://mcg.org.au/getting-around/parking-schedule

Does he have a nickname?  If not, I'll nominate "Love" 😁

(I hope I don't have to explain why)

Anyway, his second efforts and doing the little things when he doesn't have the ball is what I'll be most interested to see tomorrow night.

On the few occasions I've watched him at Casey, those were definite areas for improvement.

McVee - you're kidding, right?

Just incase LH isn't around to share, here's todays mood over on the Tigers Big Footy board...

 =======================================================
 

"Petracca feature article on AFL website this morning"

·         "And mid week an article about Gawn.  Tumbleweeds finding Richmond stuff on the boy's club site"

"Will be lucky to score 60 points"
 

"We are a sneaky chance to win this one methinks"

·         "No chance.
 

 "Given they lost to Essendon who were without their number 1 forward I don't think they are playing as well as people think. Leaving at Brown and McDonald seems they are confident with Gawn/Grundy playing key forward most of the night and them going smaller actually helps our undermanned defence out at the moment.
 

Still think we will get smashed in the midfield so weight of numbers probably wins it for them"
 

"Nothing more obvious than Gawn playing majority forward in his first game back against our depleted tall stocks"
 

"First and foremost, I just want us to look like a legit AFL standard footy team tonight.
Anything more is just a bonus."
 

 "Only 200 odd posts in the thread suggests we are all expecting a loss, a heavy one at that!
Lets hope the boys fire up for this one and surprise us all!"

"Normally glass half full, but geez big task tonight. Normally against Martin playing 90% forward, but probably stretches their defence if he clunks a few. Need to break even or get on top in the midfield to be any hope"
 

"Can we please just beat these bastards?"

·         "We’d have to be really on for that to happen. Our best players would have to play great games and our intensity would have to be at its best for 4 quarters"

·          "Yep, ever since i can remember (1960s onwards) i have had a special dislike for Rabblebourne and their stuck-up sticky-beak bastard supporters"
 

"Our VFL side would've been longer odds to beat Casey yesterday so anything can happen. We're due, that's for sure."
 

"Played at our best in the dry this year. Considering the current conditions, we might put together more than 1 good quarter.  Pinched a good win over Dee's in the 2s who were undefeated, hopefully we're in for a good one tonight."

"Just be competitive for as long as possible. That's all we ask."
 

"Anyone know if Gawn and Oliver are definite starters?"

·         "Dees fans seems to be fairly pessimistic about Gawn. Oliver trained with the main group yesterday so should be right."
 

"Have a look at who's bloody umpiring. The friggen All Star anti Richmond line up"

28 minutes ago, Gawndy the Great said:

Is the captains run tomorrow? Any idea where it is? 

https://www.melbournefc.com.au/teams/training-times

52 minutes ago, Jaded No More said:

Oliver will not miss because of a sniffle. It’s Oliver. He’s played with a broken hand before. 
Only if he has Covid will he miss. 

Isn't "flu like symptoms" the way they are describing it these days, presumably to prevent triggering the facebook certified medical experts? 

On 4/20/2023 at 1:46 PM, FearTheBeard said:

Updated Expected GA areas for Anzac Eve - All Level 4, ticket sales been good the last few days, a lot more reserved seat areas on level 4 now.

GSS: Q1-Q7, Q8-Q15 1/2 rows U-DD

Ponsford: Q31-Q36 rows U-MM

Olympic: Q49-Q55 rows AA-MM

Afl Reserve: Q15 1/2-Q27 rows U-DD, Q28 rows K-DD

MCC, usual level 1,2,3. Level 4 may be completely ticketed at this rate.

General Admission sales for non-members have also been exhausted in the MCC and General Public.

So, maybe a silly question...  but if I turn up on the day with my GA membership, will I still be ok to get in?

45 minutes ago, Deebauched said:

Stop talking about the dark yearsand our slow rise up the ladder.

Everyone has gone over this a million times. You'll just encourage the media to dig up horror stories if we're back on top soon.

I wasnt in Aust during those years but ive seen the game results published year by year. Far worse than the seventies even early eighties period.

Let it go !

Playing Essendon this week was obviously the inspiration for this piece. That 148 point drubbing in 2013 was a pivotal night in our history, and I personally find it hard to believe that it was only 10 years ago.

Anyway, you didn't have to read it, or even click on the thread.

I even said "for those interested" to cater for the likes of yourself who clearly aren't, but yet you click anyway, then come here to say don't talk about it.  Odd...  🤔

Great read over on Zero Hanger for anyone interested  🙂|

10 years on: From Melbourne’s darkest days to dynasty building

12 minutes ago, AzzKikA said:

Be interesting to see how Brodie goes against Draper. Don't mind Draper, good second and third efforts and can hold a mark, will be an intriguing battle.

Vague recollection, but didn't the Filth win last years Anzac Day game, largely off the back of Grundy?

I can only see stats (which I know don't tell the full story), but it looks like he jad a good game and Draper was his opponent.

3 hours ago, Jaded No More said:

Just so happy for him. Did his time. Never complained. Was always just so happy for his senior teammates. Improved his craft and now he’s flying. You just love to see that! 

This.

On the subject, check out his reaction in the background when JVR got his holding the ball free prior to his third goal. Great stuff.

From around the 0:57 mark there is some great behind the goals vision, showing how far Chandler ran to get on the end of the chain for his 3rd quarter goal.

That play and his subsequent goal swung all the momentum back in our favour after Sydney got within a kick.

On 3/25/2023 at 10:37 PM, Stiff Arm said:

Glass half full:

6-8 means Max will hopefully play the majority of the season.

6-8 means we can try the options of Grundy, Tmac, Schache. One door closes, another opens

6-8 means we give JVR a few games

6-8 means that our centre square mids will need to harden up (tongue in cheek) due to not getting silver service

I like this one.  This is exactly why we discovered how good Petty was, after Tomlinsons ACL 

2 hours ago, pewpewpew said:

Players Definitely on the Flight to Brisbane.
May, Harmes, Petracca, Grundy, Viney, Lever, Spargo, Brayshaw, Gawn, Hunter, Oliver, Hibberd, Langdon, Bowey, Melksham, Tomlinson, Jordon, Rivers, McDonald, Smith, Neal-Bullen, Fritsch, Sparrow, Petty, Chandler, McVee, Brown

No Laurie ?

49 minutes ago, Roger Mellie said:

Who did McVee's?

Nathan Carroll? lol

Nathan Brown

On 11/4/2022 at 12:12 PM, La Dee-vina Comedia said:

And how many Grand Finals have each played in and lost over the same period?

I'm sure it's been posted a 100 times before, but it never gets old!

(Since this video was made they've gone on to lose three further prelims in 2012, 2019 and 2022 + the 2018 Grand Final  🤣)

10 hours ago, RyanD said:

Holy lord.

Go to YouTube and have a look at 3 or so highlight packages. Not a single contested mark or strong body work lol. He came cheap as chips so who cares, but Jesus this guy is terrible. 

Maybe he's just got excellent positioning and can get to open spaces where the defenders aint? 🤔

😉

Has there been any sort of statement yet from Jackson? Thanks MFC for giving me the opportunity, thanks to the members/fans... etc etc etc?

Disclaimer... I haven't read the whole thread & am currently overseas so don't get all the news, so apologies if already discussed.

I've heard someone say the filth are only paying a portion of his salary for the FIRST year only, so trying to determine if any truth to that or if wires have been crossed

Eg $350 "a" year vs $350 "for a" year.

Obviously a big difference!

Anyone got some concrete info on how much of his contract the filth are paying?

2 hours ago, picket fence said:

Yep agree and he replaces????

If Bedford can bring what he does at Casey to AFL level (definitely think he can) then he'd replace one of Melksham/ANB/Spargo.

Same for Chandler who could also come in for one of those three.

Would be significant upgrades imo.