Dees_In_October

I cried wayyyyy more in the lead-up to the game, basically every time I thought about the game too much and the possibility of what might happen. And a big ugly burst after Oliver's goal but was surprisingly quick to get back under control because I didn't want to miss anything. And then I was on the verge for the rest of the night, during phone calls etc. Happy tears on and off til about 4.30AM reading everything online. And, you know, every couple of hours since then. All completely normal.

Puntastic. And you've got to love a cardboard sign. Points for anyone who can work out who the player on the card being held up is?

Well, I think the regulars on this board know my feelings about this. Let's just say the spirit the women played with at the back end of last season had a vibe that's become familiar in the rest of 2021. In fact, there's been a recognisable attitude across all four teams this year at AFL and VFL level - 3 made finals and the Casey men would have if not for Covid). Fans might not feel like we're 'one club' and maybe not even all the players do. But there are certainly connections across the teams. Success fuels success fuels success. I really hope our fans deprived of attending the footy can (all going well) get behind the women's team in person come January, more than ever before. No one can complain about the trip out to Casey when we've been stuck in 5kms for months! Could also be our last chance to see Daisy take the field. Every Demon fan should see that once so they can say in 10, 30, 50 years, "I saw Daisy play".

I'm not much one for talking to strangers or striking up random conversation. The one exception has always been fellow Demons fans and certainly for the next six months at least, any red-and-blue wearing person who crosses my path WATCH OUT. You WILL get a "Go Dees" and a chat if you're up for it. Last Summer I also got a lot of love in my blinding red AFLW members cap, including a hurried "Yeah the girls" from a cyclist whose face I never saw and who probably never heard my "Go Dees" yelled a bit delayed in return!

Speaking of which, just checked and 'Hotter than Hell' is available on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YTFtMz53JNc

Yeah, I'm wondering this too. All power to people that still have the tech for DVD/bluray (I still have my 'Hotter than Hell' video tape with nothing to play it on!). But I figured there'd be a web-based/digital version. To be honest, even USB is fast becoming redundant...

Yep, he encapsulated it all perfectly; it was written all over his face.

I think the answer you're looking for is here at 29:00 (sorry if it's been answered already!):

Ah yes, light pole number 5, the 'Christian Petracca' light pole. (How good is it to see that flag flying high at home)

I've watched that part so many times I feel like I know that bloke! And his mate next to him who is in a similar state of emotion, just buried a little deeper. It was a great choice by the broadcast.

The word that always came to mind for me for Jetta was TENACIOUS! Just loved the way he played, rarely out out of a contest. And all-time favourite and such an influence on our entire club.

His celebration was hilarious/intense too! I think a couple of devil horns with both hands to form a "W" in the middle? And then he quickly flashes the same symbol to Ben Brown as he walks back to position. Yes, we're down to the hand gestures level of analysis of these three minutes!

The look on Clarry's face in that moment was something else. I got chills at the time and then burst into tears. I don't think I've ever seen someone have that expression on the footy field. It was like time stood still and his mind entered absolute Zen while absolute chaos reigned around him. Unbelievable.

Love the user name update! I reckon wait til it's time for Christmas decorations and then have a 'red and blue' theme for those. Seamless.

Getting closer to 24 hours on, moving from shock to ecstasy to relief to disbelief and back again, the overwhelming emotion now is pride. Pride in how our players went about it. Pride in everyone behind the scenes. And pride in our supporters for how we've shown our true colours in these strange but joyous circumstances: loyalty, resilience, generosity, empathy and respect. I look forward to getting out and about more in the coming months and chatting with EVERY SINGLE DEMON I come across about this famous victory. Despite the social distance I've never felt more connected to other Demons than in the past few weeks, even before this incredible result. That's a credit to everyone here and across social media and offline as well. The random car honks, wild waving, shouts of 'Go Dees' have been wonderful surprises in my relatively non-football following area. Special shout-out to our WA fans. You've been so classy about all this. I'll always hold a special place in my heart for all of you and the way you flew the flag for us all this last month. Perth will always be a slice of home for all Demons from now on. I hope that in future exciting times we can take care of all of you over there in the way you've looked after us east coasters and beyond this year.

Loved this. I thought Langdon's missing keep cup was going to make an appearance though. I guess that other cup was okay...

Oh wow I missed that at the time (a bit distracted!!) and haven't watched the replay yet. Thanks for the warning because this will get me big time too!

HOW IT STARTED HOW IT'S GOING

IT'S A GRAND OLD FLAG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Suddenly feels so bizarre to think of those absolute darkest days and our undying loyalty during those times. How did we do it? How did we stay true? All of a sudden, it seems almost strange that we did! But wow, was it worth it, or what?! So worth it. That game... had everything. As much as it was excruciating at the time, the fact that we were challenged and rose to the occasion (and how!) makes it so much sweeter. And I guess that's the story of the past 57 years as well.

To my Dad. I miss you every day but maybe now most of all. I wasn't ready for you to go, it was far too soon. You've missed many big moments in my life and our family's since then, but this one is a lot to take. You and Mum made a Demon of me and I couldn't be more grateful. I know you were with us somehow, watching the game. And your heart beats true in a whole new generation of Demons in our family. My thoughts with all Demonlanders missing someone special tonight.

Happy Grand Final Day, Demonlanders (east coast!). Remember, in the words of a wise Demon this season: "Whatever happens, we still love you".

Wow, where's this? Would love to visit, hopefully in my 10kms.

I also loved Jimmy's autobiography, might be time to revisit! One part that stuck with me was also in the aftermath of the '87 prelim. Jimmy was travelling somewhere in Europe I think, enjoying the offseason and trying to get away from that nightmare moment. Just when he thought he'd escaped it all, he bumped into a Melbourne supporter or maybe just a footy fan in some really random place and they brought up the incident. It was then he realised that he could never escape what had happened and that he needed to embrace it to move on with his career and life (I'm a bit sketchy on the details because it's been a while, but that was the gist). His is still footy's greatest story, in my biased opinion.

Maybe it's overly sentimental, but its feels like Nathan is showing us all the way in this strange week. Like him, many of us are potentially missing out on a dream. While obviously as supporters it's a different kind of thing, if we can take the same approach to it all that Nathan is, I think that would serve us well. Anger, frustration, hurt and bitterness are perfectly understandable and legitimate, but like Nathan, we know our part in getting to this grand final and the corresponding feelings of pride in the team are deserved and should be enjoyed despite the circumstances. He's lucky to have a healthy dose of perspective provided by the new twins and I only hope that we can all find ways (though maybe not so life-changing!) to make the most of this time. A true leader to the end, Jonesy.

Guess I should go to sleep... 2.45AM and all. When I wake up, we'll still be in the GF, right? Sweet dreams, Dees fans 👹