Tarax Club

Pondered this acronym for a while; Was it? ‘Weapon in Prometheus’ the latest video game being played by aspiring young AFL forwards in their free time? Major drawback being you might fire. But you were more than likely to do penance for perceived failure. According to some pundits on Demonland. eg Less than earth shattering performances in the pre-season pantomimes. Chained to a rock with an ex-Eagle (Jack Darling’s your man?) visiting each night to rip out your liver. Seems a bit harsh, even for hardcore Demonland flagellants. Besides Jack is known to be averse to medical procedures. Perhaps there’s a big ‘M’ adrift out there but personally never thought Disco as a big WIMP. Phonetically WIP could be mistaken for WHIP. The season has barely started and candidates for DL whipping boy abound. In fact it’s building towards a Melbourne Cup field. Jack Billings, return of an old favourite. Kade’s a real contender, run ins has been a bit dodgy. They’re howling for Howes out there too. (Full Moon is coming). To be blunt, Sharp’s got his fans as well. Then there is Bayley and Bailey. No, not the confectionery manufacturers recently appointed to King Charles, but they’re getting it royally too. Well, we await further developments. Like the injury/suspension list, it’s a work in progress.

Based on highlights and the AFL’s generosity in allowing me access to only the mini-match post game. Matthew Jefferson didn’t let himself down or the team. Recall some blokes who went on to terrific careers whose debuts were less impactful and not as self assured as JEFFO was last Sunday. Augurs well for the future.

What’s up doc?

6. Lever 5. Petty 4. MacDonald 3. Sparrow 2. Petracca 1. Lindsay

🙈 🙉 🙊

points points points…

Rather be on the Illawarra with a sea breeze, a beer and Miss Wollongong.

Roar of the crowd fine. Mega PA deafening + mind numbing. Seriously considering premium noise canceling headphones for my next visit.

Trump that Darwin in the ‘build up’ before the Monsoon season.

Whether weather, trialing the new game plan plays, synchronicity amongst the new playing group or emergencies held over had an impact? It’s just a practice match. Right?

Scenes from Sunday Too Far Away at the 'G Idolaters from Sin City beware.

God knows.

Selections for the first game are surprisingly bold. Feels like a real sea change. The future is never known, let’s hope if the opportunities present we’re capable of grasping them with both hands.

Lucky 🍀 13 by my count Wayne. Where have they gone? Retired Hibbo, Gus and BBB. Departed: Jackson, Harmes and ANB. Suspension: Pickett. Emergency: Tmac. Injured/Recovery Charlie Spargo.

The game plan's in here somewhere!

That centre line looks powerful. Stuff premierships are built around.

“But the potential to opening up of further access… could benefit the demons down the track with his (Tairon Ah-Mu’s) brother Corey shaping as a talent for the 2027 draft pool.”

May be some light at the end of the tunnel on this one. AFL website article today “Clubs pitch for access to Pacific Island talent…” Fingers crossed for a more inclusive policy from head office.

OK than Spock… As long as these guys don’t hitch a ride picket.

Scotty might be more appropriate. Spock would likely throw a spanner in the works.

Poses the question doesn’t it? Given the 3 metre + high chain link fencing, Goody’s love for training behind locked gates and Richo’s security protocols. How was such high quality intel accessed? Here are the possibilities: a. Access all areas clearance fell out of Richo’s back pocket in the car park. b. Identity switch, Operative RL23 feigned a role as Casey Fields janitor. c. Opportunistically moonlighting whilst on leave from U.N.C.L.E d. Most likely scenario; gifted amateur with a penchant for surveillance technology. Sighted yesterday at Casey Fields.

Goal kicking? Just put a roof on it.

Doubt it he ain’t Doug Wade.

Wishful thinking but put me back in the Tardis set the time clock back to 1956 for the season opener. At Punt Road v Tigers Saturday April 14. Mercifully no petty squabbles all teams get to play. For those still in a spin about the practice game result. Demonwiki reports “Neither sides forward line impressed.” For the accuracy pendants you’re still relevant, MFC 12 goals 18 behinds. Sputnik launch was still over two years away.