Deeoldfart

A Cup as the centrepiece would be a good starting point!

I finally got bed at 12:30am and slept soundly for no more than a couple of hours. I then woke up and replayed highlights from the match over, and over, and over in my head. At one point I was thinking about the reaction of the Melbourne crowd to our victory, and realised that I had tears streaming down my face. It was 4:00am for God's sake. That's what this footy club means to this silly old fart, and I suspect a great many of you folks. Thanks for enduring my nonsense.

Just another Jason Taylor / Todd Viney rippa!

It's been such a long time! I'm overcome with joy and lost for words right now. Please share a few of these with your nearest Demons fan: ❤️?❤️?❤️?

"Yesterday's Magpies, Today's Feather Dusters". A header from the back page of the Herald Sun after a famous Melbourne victory in the 1960s. I'll never forget it. Apologies for the indulgence.

Bernie filled a gaping leadership and experience hole in our team at a critical time. He gave his everything to our Club, and played an important part in 'turning the ship around'. Hats off to him. He could easily have taken his pay and just cruised through a few seasons on talent and reputation alone, but he chose not to do that. He should be very proud of his contribution.

I've always liked Harmesy because of his rough and tough style and the fact that he grew up as a Demon. However, I never held high hopes for him as a footballer, and thought he would probably finish his career at Casey, having fallen short of achieving Life Membership of the Club that he has always loved. That would have been sad. Never in my wildest dreams did I think he would go from 'fringe player' to solid 'foot soldier and handyman' to a star in of one of the best midfield combinations in the AFL, all in the space of six months. His rise has been phenomenal! As an aside, the panel on Fox were talking about Harmsey in the post match on Sunday evening. One of the panel said that Macca has taken a very close interest in his development. At one point Harmsey had lost a player driven bit of fun ('spinning wheel?') and the penalty was that he had to shave his head. Harmesy wasn't keen on the 'prize' and Macca took the 'medicine' for him. Love it!

Different sort of tears that day DJ.

Yep, I'm guilty as charged Uncle. The whole nation is laughing about the seat of Government, and the current goings on in the House on the Hill. Canberra is a laughing stock akin to the Demons in the Neeld era. (ps. I hope I haven't broken any thread protocols by mentioning that particular former coach in this post)

(Much to my detriment) I rarely visit this thread, but I've called in today in an attempt to restore some sanity to my life and well-being. You see, I live in Canberra, and I don't think I need to say any more than that. Sincere apologies if I have derailed the thread.

Too young, too good, too soon. RIP Jarrod.

I did the predictor again after the weekend results, and the likely fallout (injuries and suspension). Trying to be as objective as possible for a diehard Demon, I had us beating the Swans and the Eagles (which looks easier now) and losing to GWS. Final result had us ending 5th, and playing the Hawks in the first Elimination Final. However, other permutations have us finishing as high as 4th and as low as 9th. Bottom line ......... buckle up for the ride, this is going down to the wire. Stock up with your prescribed BP / heart medication and preferred beverages.

Probably look to move on with his midfield mate, Jack Viney. ☺️

Paul Roos agrees with you Pates: Oliver's stunning first 50 games I'm particularly interested in Gerard Healy's view: "But on the outside, he can break open sides (with his foot speed) and I can see him being a dominant mid-forward, just like Dusty Martin."

I agree, and add some regular cameos up forward (like yesterday!) and he will hit the headlines, big time.

My reading: Pert was the 'fall guy' at Collingwood; Caro is a sniper, and a headline grabber.

Perfect selection and timing, I reckon. I always feel that there's something special about a youngster making his debut for the MFC. The reports from Casey watchers, and the article posted above by Bates Mate only increase my excitement. I hope he has a rippa game and quickly becomes a regular.

Good on him. He has earned a bit of luck!

Excellent and professional all around. Just what was needed!

............ and don't forget longer-term prospect Austin Bradtke.

Dean Kent is a tease. He has some strong attributes as a small forward, but we only see them spasmodically. First, because his body has seems unable to hold together for sustained periods, but I also because he can be a lazy footballer, and not do the team things, especially when things aren't going his way. I recon we would need to see marked improvements in these areas for him to become a regular 'best 22' in a Goodwin coached team. I'm happy for him to look for opportunities elsewhere, but he might be looking for a long time if he sees himself as a midfielder. We'd be lucky to get a 4th rounder for him, but Jason Taylor can work some magic with late picks.

Set up some membership tents outside the 'G' after 5:00pm on Monday. Irresistible!

No probs here.

Not sure how you can draw that conclusion di4e. Harmes and ANB are solid foot-soldiers ....... Gaff is a match-winner, and would take our midfield work and forward entries to a brand new level.

I agree 100% guys, but the key for me is encapsulated in daisy's final sentence.