Tarax Club

Yes had auto spell totally bluffed.

Correction should read as Cavalry rather Calvary. Hopefully we won’t be crucified by the umpires too often this season. TC

Trust the ‘pine’ at ikon is not as shabby as the old stand, Royal Parade side next to the 2001 Space Odyssey Black Obelisk. Otherwise somebody could get splinters and be abducted by aliens if they seek medical attention.

#6 Caleb Windsor As alluded to earlier in this thread, in more recent times this number has been a bit of a revolving door. Fred Fanning decades on, famously still holds the league record for most goals kicked in a game. A triple six 18, as demonwiki writes a record ‘unlikely to be broken’ by whole football teams it seems, with a premium placed on whole ground defenses. Then come the two Franks: Frank Adams speed Demon, MFC Hall of Fame, Team of the Century, 6 premierships over the golden era. Frank Davis caught the tail end for the ‘64 flag. Became the holder of the most games in the guernsey (162), endured nine seasons, three as captain at the very beginning of the lost decades wandering in the wilderness. Glen Lovett played in a period where the club had more success. A Best and Fairest winner, he was a very neat player with excellent skills but struggled with injuries early and later in his footy career. Matthew Bate showed some promise but never reached his full potential. Scott Thompson got a start, but the draw of home lured him across the border to fame and good fortune. Caleb may have the distinction of being the first of that ancient name being on a MFC list. The name is mentioned in the Bible. Of the 12 sent by Moses in search of the promised land two return mission accomplished. Caleb #6 and one other. If footy is still a religion in Victoria, can Caleb Windsor visit the promised land at the ‘G late September and return mission accomplished? Why not!

666’s pics confirm Harry Petty having an early run and kick. Jake Melksham for all those recently just back from Mars. Screams ‘play me now’ but must be on world record pace for an earlier return than normally expected. A good start to the season than the Calvary will arrive.

Just a 🐝’s Richard from putting Carlton away with their purported ‘premium forwards’ with a misfiring bottom six forward six. As Leigh rightly says ‘two weeks out of the top four in three seasons’. Bring it on.

#4 Judd McVee; The lower numbers typically have the history of former greats associated with them. Norm Smith the most famous. His son Peter’s career was briefer but like Dad ended in controversy. Tony Sullivan wore it with distinction his son Chris also got a go. Tony Campbell, Brent Grgic and Jack Watts all had their moments. Craig Ellis and Ben Holland came from other clubs. Peter Giles’s time was cruelled by injury. Andrew Obst wore it later in his reign. John Lord still has his appreciators before my time though. James Harmes wore it with distinction in Perth on Grand Final Day, the cameo that bought us back from the precipice. The young man from Geraldton must feel the buzz of association when he goes to locker #4.

I’ve had the good fortune of meeting Angus and having a brief conversation with him regarding, playing against his brother early in his career. We also shared something in common Go Bloods! Left me with the strong impression of a friendly, gregarious young man with the world at his feet. Who still had the time of the day to talk to an old bloke about footy. His pre-mature retirement leaves a void that will be difficult to fill. Both on field and in the hearts of many true red and blue supporters. Others have rightly eulogised his on field exploits and contribution to the success of the Club. Of course his courage, never say die attitude and commitment to others out on the field cannot be questioned. A great team man with a heart of gold and a great sense of humor. Would like to wish Angus all the best in his post football life. Sursum Corda.

Throw in a witch burning ritual to round it all off. Late April early May is quite propitious.

Demonland Pre-Season Spectrum

Colliwobbles 2024 variant.

Like to think here is an opportunity, to overcome adversity. Let the Demons show up and do it on the field. Fair dinkum supporters whether new or already dug in for generations will back them in. All the media vultures gathering round can fugazi off.

Any chance we’ll be ahead after 7/7th? Save some of the lammingtons.

? Can’t be this bloke he was in dry dock today.

By definition an opportunity to dance with someone else’s sister.

Youthful enthusiasm! Love it!

Lucky we’re not playing Carlton… Oops that’s next week…

Sunday Morning World Championship Wrestling. Beam me there Scotty!

2/7 time score?

Accuracy has improved. Well done Choco.

Obviously time to get them in the sheds at 2/7 time for a re-think, re-calculation and a re-set. Momentum is king.

Gary’s got the beard again! Splendid! Tim, teenage bomber prodigy. Is he just bored or has the little man on the inside gone awol?

Glad this thread is now finally back on track, after wandering through the fuchsias, tulips and broken glass along memory lane. From dee-railment to re-arailment. What excites most is there will some new blood in the team, with young Caleb & Co clamping at the bit. Could be some real beauties out there with the beginnings of the changing of the guard.

OD that would be called ‘Revisionism’ at AFL HQ and contrary to current dogma. With the winter revolution occurring in 1999 whilst Tsar Wayne Jackson was still the anointed CEO. Andrew Demetriou was waiting at the left of centre wing for his opportunity.

Roan Steele matinee idol, appeared at last week’s match sim at Casey Fields. Young bloke can play and didn’t disgrace himself in the final final exit Casey Demons were fixtured in last season. Will continue to watch his progress and that of other young Demons this upcoming season.