Return to Glory

My prediction - Petracca will play an absolute blinder.

I agree completely re Hunt. And to that end, I'd like to see us take some chances. As soon as we play stop start we lose. Dees by 32 points (subject to change)

I would think a good many people could relate. The difference between a great coach and a poor one certainly extends beyond the footy field. I actually don't think the AFL should be jumping on every social issue bandwagon. For mine, it should put the emphasis on grassroots primarily because it means working with those people actually involved in the game.

A big game from Tom McDonald would go a long way to getting us home. As well as the mids pushing back so our rice paper defence gets a little help.

Blame predictive text DC but, hey, we all have our reasons for going to the footy. Picket goes in the hope that Oscar Mac drops marks.

Very funny ET

Snog or snore DC?

In breaking news, Jack Silvani is the only person playing tonight.

I'm inclined to agree Dr Drake but I don't think it's entirely straight forward. I had a little involvement across a couple of leagues and there is significant variation in how clubs operate and respond to social issues. Just a couple of points I'd like to add to the discussion: Social awareness and appropriate duty of care often starts with the make up of the administration of grassroots clubs. With the welcome increase in female participation I really hope comes an increase in women willing to take on key administration roles. Whatever you want to call it, it appears to create a positive community atmosphere. I admit this is anecdotal but I saw the positive impact strong women can make at a number of clubs. To this end, furthering the already existing links between football and netball should be encouraged. The role of the coach at both the under 18 and reserve level is critical, not just from an on-field perspective but in setting the tone for those players moving from adolescence to manhood (or womanhood as may be the case). For instance, there is a tough area of Frankston that had a strong 1st coach who played a significant role in changing the perception of the club over a fair period of time. He was needed and his arrival was timely (not sure if he's still there). The reserves coach, on the other hand, was a polar opposite and undermined much of the work being done. He brought with him a collection of half wits and, unfortunately, he was, for many of the younger players, their first involvement with a senior coach. Ultimately, appointments of coaches come from clubs but the various leagues across the country need more than sound bites, they need people on the ground. So yes, paying lip service is a problem for mine.

I know Chook.

I know you want me to guess Picket. Perhaps I'll eliminate a couple. I'd be stunned if you taught English in any capacity. That's out. You've also said that you're popular with your clientele. On that basis I've ruled out human beings. I'm left with greyhound trainer.

And Shane Crawford because I'm not crazy about short people. Randy Newman sang it best 'Short people have got no reason to live' Plus his wacky persona wears a little thin. And he's short.

Dwayne Russell because you just know he'd be a [censored] outside of the job.

BBO, I take no credit for the comedic styling's of Picket Fence.

West Coke are the Graham Hick of the AFL.

Parking inspector?

We need to prioritise the recruitment of midgets. Nothing over 4ft. It's the only way forward as I see it.

Matty Whelan was a wonderful player and one of my all time favourites. He had a sense of the pressure around him and was terrific at turning defence into attack. And he was tough.

Hibberd off half back would be an absolute bonus for us if we can land him. Great kick of the footy and a good competitor.

No worries. Don't call me pretty

What's the difference? One's the definition of the other.

Probably right 45HG but I think more so with Geelong. They appear to almost spit the dummy when a lesser team takes it up to them.

Saints were bloody fantastic last night. The absolute joy in the win was there to see and clearly one of the games of the season. And not everything needs to be referenced in relation to us. It's deflating.

Talking about being sold a lemon, why are we forced to endure the styling's of Hamish McLachlin? Regrettably, watched that stilted pre-game show last night. All the sincerity of a Lada salesman and I cannot help but think he's landed on his feet through association. And please don't tell me he's the replacement for Cometti when he retires. I suspect he is.

Lucky bastard. I used to party hard but I've been set a ceiling of 9.45pm. It's limiting.