Tarax Club

With the seaside idyll of the post-practice match recovery session in full swing and the boys attired in down the beach mufti. As self-appointed resident fashionistas on DL, a few observations may be in order. Feed the Christians to the lions (bullies) look is definitely popular given the squad was taken to the sword yesterday afternoon at Marvel Colosseum. Not surprisingly that the two Christians, Petracca and Salem are leading the trend as sandal wearers but Gus, Austin Bradtke and James Harmes are amongst a solid representation of dedicated followers of fashion too. Special mentions to Jack Viney for his retro-homage Johnny Weissmuller look, speedos are making a comeback. And Tmac for having nailed the Brooks Brothers 'trackie dacs' style meister award .

Etymologically speaking a hideous expression, 'leanings' may be more apt, trust Goody has the watertight doors sorted on this year's model. Or this season could quickly turn titanic...

Turned volume off commentary by Lyon and Reiwoldt seriously sucks... Playing John Lee Hooker tribute alternatively so much more meaningful...

AFL in its benevolence needs to halt the game and check bullies numbers on the field as they appear to have an extra player nominally known FREEak KICKz. Disposal count is approaching astronomical apparently...

Jay Lockhart reportedly sent to hospital trust it is precautionary and he checks out OK.

Young fella has contributed positively late in the last quarter by being directly involved in goal scoring chains ...

Picket your ‘training reports’ are now the weekly highlight up here on DL! Entertaining, enlightening and elucidating. And accompanied by the ‘sensational’ sounds of the seventies and eighties. Keep up the excellent work!

Perhaps being too liberal with the cooking sherry?

That was a magnificent magic moment... , consider myself fortunate to be there and witness it. Tigers were literally stopped in their tracks, their aspirations of making the finals that year, evaporated at that instant. Back to the wilderness, they seemed perpetually obliged to inhabit back then. Of course Garry was the go to step-ladder guy for others including Sean Smith up in Brisvegas!

In the D land of make believe looks like a classic "smokey". According to the online Dictionary of Australian Slang there are two possible interpretations. Smokey Smokey: translation 1. marijuana dried and prepared for smoking; 2. horse (substitute player) whose form has been kept secret; rort horse Of course 'punters' can make there own choices; but it appears that Chocco in the Harry Strang role has masterminded the late switch here. ps. Kye will indubitably appreciate the billiard like surface of Casey Fields comparative to the Montmorency minefield of past performances. But he may need to select cruise control and set the alarm clock for the long limo journey from the outer northern 'burbs to the far southeastern commuter belt.

Some here may recall his Dad's debut game at the 'G' as being distinctly inauspicious as memory serves us. Do recall the rather 'comical' goal square incident, involving a very junior and anxious Wiz hand balling into the back of an unaware Garry Lyon in the goal square. After the officiating umpire had stopped play. He was allowed to take his kick so averted the ignominy of opponent supporters' mirth. Tim Lamb's assessment of Kobe's abilities during his interview on the live telecast was pretty spot on, his defensive game was basically sound but he has much work to do on his offensive game. His performance in the seconds practice game reflected that, as noted by some of DL's more prescient observers. This may be wishful thinking through RCG's, but there is something reminiscent in Kobe's on field actions that resemble the early tentative steps of his father. Whether that Farmer 'mystique' gets further opportunity and be allowed to establish and grow is at this stage in the laps of the footy gods.

According to these soothsayers is 8thbourne (at best) enough or is Goody already Gawn?

Agreed on that performance can now see why Lockart was dropped last season way too many turnover balls or 50/50s at best.

This thread may be running hot like the Tigs B team, but the the Dees Z team performance is as about as cold as Ice Station Zebra. Warming up ever so slightly. Nice pair Toby Bedford!

oops!

DL administrators obviously using the opportunity for some 'practice' too! Game day thread closed just like Joseph-Ignace Guillotin designed. Second half was encouraging, especially the forward fifty entries which were much more cohesive and better executed. Midfield and defence also appeared to 'click'.

Kade Chandler's miracle resurrection continues! Messiah like he has rolled back the stone and arisen from the long term injury list. Now added him to the Surprise packet list!

Decision making and execution of basic footy skills? (So 2019) Tiggers game plan simply straight out of jonathan livingston seagull, patiently await delivery of football as the other mob will definitely turn it over. I know its an inconsequential practice game rant # ?

True 58er. But it is the dworships' 30th Wedding Anniversary! Just wishing to respectfully suggest an upgrade to their weekend experience.

What’s for breakfast?

Visited Tassie on a $40 flight Moorabbin to Launceston in a Cessna once. Arrived at the airfield which was over 20 km from town. Most of the savings got used up a in a taxi trip! But the silver lining was the strictly old school driver when asked about a place to stay, dropped your correspondent off at a classic old pub in the centre of town. Upstairs were rather rustic rooms with high ceilings and large windows with sashes and weights overlooking the main street below. Bathroom and toilets were communal of course. As was the TV lounge, with some comfy old club lounge chairs to sit in. There was plenty of company in there too, luckily more akin to Alice’s Restaurant than Deliverance! So if jumping in the time machine appeals to you and Mrs DW perhaps an establishment like the Batman Fawkner Inn may cater to your viewing needs.

NT 8:00am sharp. Early birds only ?!

Love to be there for the season opener NSFM. Sadly the reality bus is broken down in Neeld’s garage so travel is off. But will be cheering at a square box. Intend on ‘dismantling’ a chilled Guinness to celebrate the Demons delivering in darts against the desperate dockers.

Just keep a sharp lookout for the trolls and wear your face mask. All will be well.

SP (book this in) Really stepping out on a limb here. After some careful consideration of the coffee grounds. Toby Bedford "outside run and creativity is the new imperative" SG WB (Jack Watts Perpetual Trophy) To be closely contested between two already 'popular' crowd favourites on the DL boards. J. Milkshake and Gussyshaw