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Laurie and Hardie to provide the 1/2 time entertainment during the season. I am on my way out right now.

I made the trek to snake county, but I had to leave at 1/2 time. So here is what I remember from my original post. Picket Fence may want to look away now. (unless someone can confirm he kicked 6) Remember up it's only til 1/2 time. Casey was 20 points in front, It was a even contest up until that point. Casey were slowing getting the upper hand. What I did like was Casey was looking for a team mate in a better position, with handballs to a running player. Our Mids were very good. Campbell looked in good in the ruck and around the ground. (If only he was 4 yrs younger) I am not sure how good Sandy are, they are usually hard to beat, being my old stomping ground and playing in a GF at Beach oval (juniors) I kinda have a soft spot for them. Spargs was killing it til 1/2 time. Jefferson took a strong overhead mark on the 50 mtr mark, on a lead. Missed slightly to the left. (point) From what I seem from last year, he still has thin arms and needs to bulk up around the shoulders. From there he didn't have much impact. He had a few more chances to mark in a pack and couldn't hold the marks. I will add I hoped we would recruit him, but he needs to step up or he'll be struggling. Culley kicked a good goal from a set shot just on the 50 mtr mark. Henderson kicked a good goal, under pressure, got through some heavy traffic, and from 40 mtrs it never looked like missing. Roy "boy" George surprised me, I had only seen him on TV, but he is a solid unit. He laid some good tackles to lock the ball in the forward line. (One to watch for sure) Sestan was playing well, he has improved and needs to keep improving. Mentha was solid down back, from I was since read he continued to play well. TMAC made a fatal skill error, in the 1st qtr. He had a team mate in the clear, missed him by foot by about 10 mtrs, Sandy swooped and kicked a goal. After that TMAC held his own down back. From the short time I had, it's looks like Casey will be a lot better this year. I did miss a few plays cause I had to revert to the team sheet for who was who. I did predict a 8 goal win if they didn't rest players or start to shift players to different positions. I thought that at the time because Casey started to share the ball around and Sandy were struggling to match them.

Fair go! Who do you think I am champion data? Let think back to what I wrote that disappeared into the internet black hole, I did post it 8 hrs ago so lets see how I go.

I can confirm all those statements. Due to a posting hitch my match report went awol.

CASEY DEMONS: VFL LISTED PLAYERS: 26 (12 primary, 14 rookie) STAYING: Casey Demons: Riley Baldi, Jack Bell, Paddy Cross, Tyler Edwards, Tom Freeman, Max Gregory, Ned Moodie, Charlie Muley, Harvey Neocleous, Charlie Peters, Tom Sheridan, Roan Steele, Ziggy Toledo-Glasman, Ryan Valentine, Mitch White. Melbourne: Jed Adams, Jake Bowey, Angus Brayshaw, Ben Brown, Kynan Brown (VFL promotion - Old Geelong/Oakleigh Chargers), Kade Chandler, Kyah Farris-White, Bayley Fritsch, Max Gawn, Blake Howes, Lachie Hunter, Matt Jefferson, Ed Langdon, Bailey Laurie, Jake Lever, Steven May, Tom McDonald, Judd McVee, Jake Melksham, Andy Moniz-Wakefield, Alex Neal-Bullen, Clayton Oliver, Christian Petracca, Harrison Petty, Kysaiah Pickett, Trent Rivers, Christian Salem, Josh Schache, Oliver Sestan, Joel Smith, Charlie Spargo, Tom Sparrow, Adam Tomlinson, Daniel Turner, Jacob van Rooyen, Will Verrall, Jack Viney, Taj Woewodin. ARRIVING: Casey Demons: Riak Andrew (Berwick/Dandenong Stingrays), Jack Behnk (St Bedes-Mentone), Leo Connolly (St Kilda), Max Coughlin (Hampton Rovers), Andrew Green (Cranbourne/NT Thunder Academy/Palmerston), Campbell Hustwaite (Collingwood VFL), Eddie King (Richmond Juniors), Caleb Lewis (Footscray), Kobe Shipp (Beaconsfield/Dandenong Stingrays), Brayden La Planche (Rowville/Eastern Ranges), Mitch Szybkowski (Frankston), Kai Windsor (Box Hill Hawks). Melbourne: Jack Billings (St Kilda), Tom Fullarton (Brisbane Lions AFL), Marty Hore (Williamstown), Shane McAdam (Adelaide AFL), Koltyn Tholstrup (Newtown-Condingup/Subiaco), Caleb Windsor (Lysterfield/Eastern Ranges). DEPARTING: Casey Demons: Heath Briggs (Cora Lynn), Matt Buntine (retired - Tooradin-Dalmore), Trent Burgoyne (delisted), Zane Duursma (North Melbourne AFL), Finn Emile-Brennan (South Adelaide), Rhys Galvin (Coburg), Luca Goonan (Cariton VFL), George Grey (Frankston), Ryan Koo (Devon Meadows), Cooper Macdonald (Collingwood VFL), Tommy McRae (Footscray), Jimmy Munro (retired - Cora Lynn), Miles Shepherd (retired), Cooper Simpson (Fremantle), Liam Tyrell (Crib Point). Melbourne: Luke Dunstan (retired - South Belgrave), Brodie Grundy (Sydney AFL), James Harmes (Western Bulldogs), Michael Hibberd (retired), James Jordan (Sydney AFL), Deakyn Smith (delisted - North Melbourne VFL), Kye Turner (delisted - Port Melbourne).

Nailed it. Neitz got his 1st senior game in 1993. At 18yrs old, in only his 6th Game, kicked 6gls 6 bhs against Richmond. With a forward line consisting of Lyon, Schwarz,Bennett,Jakovich and Martin. (not all available at the same time,due to injury). In his 2nd year he was moved to CHB. He proved it didn't matter where he played, he was a superstar. Demonwiki has his full bio. Check Wiki as well. AFL tables has him kicking 17gls 15bhs in his 1st season. He was then later moved back to the forward line after killing it at CHB. I hope this puts to bed that some think he started as a backman.

I don't need to read it again Your mistake will still be wrong. Neitz was a forward 1st. NOT a CHB then became a forward. Your statement BECAME a forward is wrong. He was shifted to the backline from the forward line.

Incorrect information. Neitz started his MFC career as a forward *in the forward line*.

Perhaps the AFL got a NO WIN, NO FEE deal, just so they don't feel like complete losers. 🤔

Reasons from Appeal Board chair Murray Kellam: Law 18.5 refers only to incidental contact and makes no mention of unreasonable contact. These laws and the drafting of them, in our view, support the contentions of the appellant (Melbourne) that law 18.5 must be read in its terms. We recognise that the concerns expressed by the Chair of the Tribunal about an extreme characterisation of incidental contact have validity and that concern is, in our view, well justified. However, that does not permit us to interpret rule 18.5 as containing additional words, or to introduce exceptions into the meaning of law 18.5, which is not supported by the text nor, as far as we can ascertain, the spirit and intention of law 18.5. It's not for this board to redraft the laws of Australian Football in circumstances whereby the meaning of the law is clear on the face of it. Accordingly, we conclude that ground one of the appellants notice of appeal succeeds. It's not necessary for us in those circumstances to determine ground two.

I just came across an interesting article. It may never come to be,but never say never. Norwood FC a South Australian team is “putting together a bid” to follow a Tasmanian team in joining the AFL as a 20th team.. It does say it's a rumour at this stage, would we then have the same bum fight as the 'filth' had/has with Port Power?. Same colours, same club song, know as the Norwood "Reglegs". It does also add, the AFL wouldn't allow another team to enter the AFL, with the same colours etc. but with all the sooking Pt Adelaide has made about wearing their prison jumpers, should we be ready for a off field fight? IF the bid is ever made official? https://www.news.com.au/sport/afl/adelaide-club-putting-together-a-bid-to-be-20th-afl-team/news-story/b76ce967802c8c2d59cd4608e1c53aa2 Our Redlegs nickname may be rarely used these days, but they can ggf'd if they think they don't need to make extreme changes to their club. Stay tuned.

Hi AJ, I've being doing the SC comp on here for the last 10 yrs. And time for someone else to take it over. More than happy for you to organise it. Good luck.

I didn't want to start a new thread for this article in the Age. In case some of you that may have missed this. Remembering those that left us too early in life, but I'm sure they are with us in spirit. Their families are keeping their legacy going. https://www.theage.com.au/sport/afl/families-of-demons-who-died-too-young-say-their-hearts-still-beat-true-20210915-p58ry0.html#comments Greg Parke played in the Mid 60's passed on, the morning of the 2021 Grand final. With the sadness that we have endured over the long journey to add No 13 to the trophy cabinet, the families of some of our past greats now have a big smile on their faces. Lest we forget.

The results for 2021 season. Congrats to Ruff Nuts who won the Division 1 Grand Final GF Final Score 2505 defeating Turnernators 2407 This years "Bluey Medal" is awarded to BAMF team Maximum Johnson with a total season score of 50588 He is the only one thus far to have 2 in the trophy cabinet. If there is still enough interest we can do it all again in 2022

I just came across this on YouTube. I didn't know it existed. Perhaps give Robbo some love. It looks like he could use a few more Subs.

er has to be "Froggy" Cromptons snap that turned out to be the match winner.

If someone had said to me, before the season got under way that we would be sitting on top on the ladder with only 2 losses I would have had them committed, and calling in the men in white coats. I have to go back to the 60's when every game I expected us to win (against anyone at the time).Expecting them to smash lower teams was a given.Over the years I like most, if not nearly everyone ,those expectations went out the window. One turning point for me was round 6,1992. 51-52? points up at the start of the last quarter against the Bummers, we lost! by a point. I sat dumbfounded, that was nearly as bad as the '87 Prem Final (but that's another story). From about there, I am supporting a team that you just can't trust to win any game. Over the years that has pretty much been the norm. And people wonder why we don't trust them. The faith in the team gets shattered nearly every time we expect a win, only to see our hopes go down the gurgler. Skipping ahead to where we are today. I wouldn't go as far as to say I like the fact, when the game was looking another slack performance, we have dug deep and got out the other side with a win. This based on a strong 2nd half. If we ever manage to play 4 quarters like that, then the belief builds. I'll credit Darren Burgess for getting them to a level that not only can we run out 4 quarters,but in the back of your mind you expect them to come home strong. 'Choco' Williams, I credit as the guy doing the stuff in the background, improving skillset and mindset.(I had hoped we had him a few years prior to now,but it didn't happen). We have basically the same list as the past couple of years. The improvement to some has been noticable. Now hoping he sticks around for a few more years. Between Burgess and Williams the improvement is in the pudding. (would be a kick in guts to lose one or the other right now). Goodwin .... I'm still on the fence. From all reports, he gets along with the players (can't please everyone), but needs a good support team behind him. It's looking like he has got that now. When it all goes pear shaped the coach cops it.We are on top of the ladder,so he gets credit for that. Yze has been groomed to be a head coach,he has served his apprenticeship ,if he doesn't get poached,I would like him to take over when Goodwins' time is up. We had a change at the top. Barlett stepped aside.I didn't see that coming, and a big thanks to him in the time he was at the helm.Wish him well.He got us through a rocky road. Now a 1st female Pres, looks like enjoying her first year guiding us through the finals. *just a word of warning*, DON'T send out finals tickets to members before it's confirmed we are actually playing them in. Thankfully that transformation went by without a hitch.Unlike some past events.A stable board is a strong and stable club.I haven't seen anything to gloat about yet,if we ever win a Grand Final. enjoy, but keep the ego's in check. Big heads are the downfall of any club. Nathan Jones made to 300 games. What a legend! Must say though, not overly gifted as a player.but he deserved the 300 game milestone.Every club needs a "Chunk" in their team. Could have easy walked to another club, and may have been even better in a strong team.The crap he endured is a testament to the man himself. I get peeved off at umps like everyone else, very rarely do I blame an ump for us losing a game. If we are good enough to win then it shouldn't be because of a crap decision. But having watched yesterdays game (QB) that mark awarded to Cameron near goal,that clearly May had his hands on 1st.Was a howler!! Look I know umpires get the gig cause their eyesight isn't the best, and its handy to confirm when there is a reply. but jezzus. Here is something left field that might worth a discussion. That is having a appeal,the Capt (or player?) can appeal,perhaps only 1 allowed per quarter per team. It may hold up the play a bit, although I don't like unnecessary holdups (NFL - stop/starts) Goal reviews can be bad enough,but a dodgy ump call might cost a team a GF win. To offset that stoppage, do away with the stupid nominate your ruckman at boundary throwins,and just get on with throwing the ball back regardless. Keep the nomination in ballups in general play. I will leave it there , I could go on about my thoughts on the players that have improved this year,and some that have been a disappointment (Weideman comes to mind for some reason). Please feel free to discuss your thoughts on our season thus far --- players, coaches etc. Just keep the bickering down a notch or two, opinions matter.

Welcome to all the new and existing coaches. The 1st league is now full. If you missed out in getting into the 1st league, a 2nd league is now available. The code for the 2nd league is 586640

I have opened the league for those wanting to join so far. The Code = 156881 This code is valid until the league is filled. So it's first in. Good luck.

Welcome to this years Comp. I think everyone knows the drill. Supercoach "Name" along with last years "Team" name (if you were in last years comp). I need that info to check what league you are in for 2021. If you have changed or want to change any of those details from last year , post the info I will update it for 2021. If you haven't interested in playing but haven't been in the comp before, post your team name and wait for a code to be sent via PM. There are always plenty of spots. Just don't leave it until the day before the season starts. As it is not worth starting a new league for 1 or 2 players as this does happen. Good luck to everyone and enjoy :)

And another season passes us by .......... The 2020 "Bluey" goes to Stephen247 who coached Captain GawnBeard. Total season Pts scored was 39,739. Grinter FC20 tried in vain to hold onto his medal he won last year. Ended runner-up. Congrats to Stephen247, who had a terrific season (in his hub) He finished 82nd overall in SC (must have had some anxious weeks doing his trades). Captain GawnBeard defeated Ruff's Nuts in a tight Division 1 GF. 2368 to 2335 pts And to finish up Superbads coached by DTJ took out the GF in D2 - Robert Flower league (well done) If he plays next season will get promoted into D1. That's a wrap for 2020. Cya all next season. Hoping everyone enjoyed playing and stayed safe in trying times.

That's about everyone sorted for this season. If anyone else is interested in joining s SC League, the code = 539566 (until Full)

Not yet. Got a few MIA's. I will give it to mid week, then everyone that has posted in here with confirmation will be sent a league code. So if you have confirmed you want to play this year, a code for a league is not far away now.

Just an Update : Ruffles + WIseblood have joined Div1. Stephen + Demon Spofforth have been sent their code to join D1. Everyone else that has confirmed in the thread so far, I have noted as starters. Will just have to bide their time until I get a better idea who returns from Div 1. (Keep checking this thread regularly, and your msg box) Just a side note : badly worded on my part. It SHOULD read Post your Old USERNAME (with name of your Team) If you have changed both from the previous year. I have then have problems figuring out who is who. (I dont require your Christian name.) If you only change your team name, just post it I will do an update. Thx.

Welcome Back. I have you and Doc's Demons marked as confirmed.