Australian Football League (AFL)

[Lizbella]

Forgive me if there's already an existing thread on said topic. However, the search function didn't come across any results. I expect this thread to be prodominantely inhabited with and by Australians but if you're familiar with the game then join in the discussion :-)

[Undue Noise]

I'm not an Austrlian but I follow the AFL. I didn't have any real team preference but a good friend of mine supported Essendon and I'm now happy to say they're my team.

[walshknilb281]

LEts go saints baby, how are they doing, when I left they were like 8-0 or something

[Mibabalou]

care to explain the rules to this maddness

[timb89]

care to explain the rules to this maddness

hmm

its probably the most similar sport to quidditch out.

[Mibabalou]

lolzzz

[jake13]

care to explain the rules to this maddness

basically the there are 4 sticks t the end, and you get 6 points for getting it in the goal, and 1 point gettin it in the goals to the side. If that makes much sense lol

And also its great that the lions are back up there this year!

[Broden Terry]

I'm not an Austrlian but I follow the AFL. I didn't have any real team preference but a good friend of mine supported Essendon and I'm now happy to say they're my team.

Apparantly he has an absolutely amazing and wonderful friend :hug: You definitely need to watch this week!

LEts go saints baby, how are they doing, when I left they were like 8-0 or something

They're 19-1 and sitting two games clear on top of the ladder with two rounds remaining. It certainly looks like you'll be the minor premiers.

[Lizbella]

I'm so proud of my Melbourne boys winning our fourth game of the season. Fremantle don't travel well but it was a good win regardless.

[Broden Terry]

I'm so proud of my Melbourne boys winning our fourth game of the season. Fremantle don't travel well but it was a good win regardless.

Kicking twenty goals and winning by sixty points is always a good effort against any side. Carlton and St. Kilda should be difficult games though.

[Lizbella]

Kicking twenty goals and winning by sixty points is always a good effort against any side. Carlton and St. Kilda should be difficult games though.

I think we've been aiming to secure the priority selection for a while now. Melbourne supporters and coaches aren't going to be too disappointed if we don't win another game for the year. We've got some talented young players coming through which gives great reason to be optimistic about our future :-)

[Broden Terry]

I think we've been aiming to secure the priority selection for a while now. Melbourne supporters and coaches aren't going to be too disappointed if we don't win another game for the year. We've got some talented young players coming through which gives great reason to be optimistic about our future :-)

They actually have a better list than a lot of people give them credit for. May I ask who you see winning the premiership this year?

[Lizbella]

They actually have a better list than a lot of people give them credit for. May I ask who you see winning the premiership this year?

It's difficult, but if I had to choose I'd say St. Kilda. They've proven themselves to be the best side the competition to this stage. Who do you think?

[Broden Terry]

I still think Geelong will be difficult to beat. Did you see the Essendon game? :-)

[Broden Terry]

I love watching this.

hEu3byWjbG0

[Lizbella]

I still think Geelong will be difficult to beat. Did you see the Essendon game? :-)

You still think that Geelong will win? :-0 They haven't been very impressive over the last couple of months and people are starting to have some serious doubts about whether they can maintain the form they've been displayed the last few years. I'll watch the Youtube video now. It sounds like it was one of the games of the season.

[Undue Noise]

I'm two days late but the Essendon vs. St Kilda match was amazing. I was so nervous at the end, it was too close for comfort, but I'm very glad we won.

Apparantly he has an absolutely amazing and wonderful friend :hug: You definitely need to watch this week!
I didn't manage to catch the game at home so I went to this bar in Soho that loads of Austrlian ex-pats watch the AFL in. Great atmosphere, I'll probably go again. Lots of Bombers fans who were holding their breath at the end of the match.

Thank you! I'll get back to your comment very soon I promise.

[Broden Terry]

You still think that Geelong will win? :-0 They haven't been very impressive over the last couple of months and people are starting to have some serious doubts about whether they can maintain the form they've been displayed the last few years. I'll watch the Youtube video now. It sounds like it was one of the games of the season.

I'm still confident that Geelong can find some form. The Essendon game was so amazing. Although I'm really quite biased. We had three players who couldn't come back onto the ground because they were injured, and another three who were carrying slight injuries that had to keep playing. Despite being completely run off of our legs we managed to beat the previously undefeated side in the league. It's on tomorrow afternoon if you get the chance to watch it.

I'm two days late but the Essendon vs. St Kilda match was amazing. I was so nervous at the end, it was too close for comfort, but I'm very glad we won.


I didn't manage to catch the game at home so I went to this bar in Soho that loads of Austrlian ex-pats watch the AFL in. Great atmosphere, I'll probably go again. Lots of Bombers fans who were holding their breath at the end of the match.

Thank you! I'll get back to your comment very soon I promise.

That sounds like such a wonderful atmosphere and I'm really happy that you enjoyed yourself. I'm so nervous throughout the entire last quarter. I could just see them snatching victory but thankfully we were able to hold on :-)

Aw, take your time. You're amazing!

[Lizbella]

I'm still confident that Geelong can find some form. The Essendon game was so amazing. Although I'm really quite biased. We had three players who couldn't come back onto the ground because they were injured, and another three who were carrying slight injuries that had to keep playing. Despite being completely run off of our legs we managed to beat the previously undefeated side in the league. It's on tomorrow afternoon if you get the chance to watch it.

Fuck, I'm definitely going to give it a watch. It sounded like such a courageous effort. Hopefully you guys beat Fremantle next week and secure a finals finish! Got a tip for the Brownlow?

[Broden Terry]

Fuck, I'm definitely going to give it a watch. It sounded like such a courageous effort. Hopefully you guys beat Fremantle next week and secure a finals finish! Got a tip for the Brownlow?

I'm thinking Ablett or Swan :shrug: May I ask your tip?

[phil19]

we are the power from port, its more than a sport, its the true port adelaide tradition.

[phil19]

I'm so proud of my Melbourne boys winning our fourth game of the season. Fremantle don't travel well but it was a good win regardless.

fremantle are the shittest afl team ever.

[Broden Terry]

we are the power from port, its more than a sport, its the true port adelaide tradition.

:shake:

See the Bombers fly up, up to win the premiership flag!

[liarsturnmeon]

:shake:

See the Bombers fly up, up to win the premiership flag!

No way. It's going to be St Kilda.

[phil19]

i think the bullys have a good chance to knock them off

[So-Crates]

Yeah there is a highlights show over here every week or so, some of the catches(marks) are insane, pretty bummed there is no International Rules this year though.

[AsianPunker]

fremantle are the shittest afl team ever.

They don't deserve a premiership anytime soon. Hopefully they break the record number of seasons without winning one. Why are there so many aussie posts all of a sudden? takeover?

[phil19]

They don't deserve a premiership anytime soon. Hopefully they break the record number of seasons without winning one. Why are there so many aussie posts all of a sudden? takeover?

heres hoping. its painful to watch them.
its definately an aussie invasion

[AussieBoy]

hmm

its probably the most similar sport to quidditch out.

hahaha

ive never thought that but its probably true, quidditch without flight (although some marks ive seen may beg to differ, Leapin Leo Barry in 05 GF)



stoked Saints got beat on sunday, sucked in, although prob gets the monkey off their back being undefeated before finals

[timb89]

hahaha

ive never thought that but its probably true, quidditch without flight (although some marks ive seen may beg to differ, Leapin Leo Barry in 05 GF)



stoked Saints got beat on sunday, sucked in, although prob gets the monkey off their back being undefeated before finals

im reading harry potter at the moment. and yes some of those marks may aswell have been on brooms they are incredible.

[Broden Terry]

Port Adelaide winning tonight could prove disasterous for Essendon. Come on Brisbane! :-(

[phil19]

Port Adelaide winning tonight could prove disasterous for Essendon. Come on Brisbane! :-(

it could also prove disasterous for my tipping

[Broden Terry]

We just need to defeat Fremantle this evening and wrap up our spot in the finals.

[phil19]

We just need to defeat Fremantle this evening and wrap up our spot in the finals.

if you cant beat freo you dont deserve a finals berth

[Broden Terry]

if you cant beat freo you dont deserve a finals berth

My only real concern is their midfield actually reading the ball off Sandilands. We should be able to run Fremantle off their legs on an oval like Subiaco. Although in saying that, we did come off a tough game against St.Kilda last weekend :shrug:

[phil19]

My only real concern is their midfield actually reading the ball off Sandilands. We should be able to run Fremantle off their legs on an oval like Subiaco. Although in saying that, we did come off a tough game against St.Kilda last weekend :shrug:

yeah but freo are crap. and you guys got something to play for. if you cant win when theres a finals spot on offer, then really you have no business playing in the finals. just look at port for an example :-p

[Broden Terry]

Gutted. Completely gutted. I'd ask what sort of effort that was but I'm not entirely convinced that we put in any effort at all.

[Broden Terry]

Essendon/Hawthorn will be such a big game this Saturday. Winner secures their place in the finals. Go Dons! :nod:

[Undue Noise]

Essendon/Hawthorn will be such a big game this Saturday. Winner secures their place in the finals. Go Dons! :nod:
It is a big game. I'm remaining hopeful, I think we can do it.

[phil19]

a tough round for tipping this week i think

[Broden Terry]

It is a big game. I'm remaining hopeful, I think we can do it.

It's like a mini final for us this afternoon. Their star forward has been suspended and we've included some really good players into the side. I won't say I'm confident, but we've got quite a good chance of winning if we're hard at the ball and our pressure's up.

[Broden Terry]

Such a good win. Looking forward to playing finals :-)

[phil19]

im dissapointed port couldnt give lade and burgoyne the send off they deserved.

[Broden Terry]

We got hit hard by the tribunal. I also don't fancy our chances against Adelaide at Aami.

[Broden Terry]

Hopefully we put in a good performance tonight.

[forsythfelony]

I just have one thing to say..
'CARN THE BLUES!
2010 is our year, we will win the flag.

[phil19]

I just have one thing to say..
'CARN THE BLUES!
2010 is our year, we will win the flag.

not with juddy trying to be a hero and pressure pointing peeps

[Broden Terry]

I just have one thing to say..
'CARN THE BLUES!
2010 is our year, we will win the flag.

Good luck with that :-)

[Lunar]

Fuck you Reiwoldt. Useless diving cunt.

CARN THE CATS.

[phil19]

i hope the cats loose. cant fucking stand ablett and all the umps and commentators sucking his dick everytime he touches the ball

[Lizbella]

Supporting Geelong tomorrow. Weather's supposed to be horrible.

[phil19]

fucking geelong and gayblett! i hates yous!
great game though!

[papa_smurf]

St Kilda deserved to win.
Geeling have had two premiership wins in the past 3 years!
St Kilda have been waiting 40 years!
Oh well, I guess if you don't turn up to play, you don't win.

[AussieBoy]

great game! (only my 2nd ive watched this yr! although did have a quick nap in the 2nd quarter) congrats to the cats, even though was cheering on Saints (as they remind me of my Sharkies with the 40yr drought)

what happened to Usain Bolt??? rumour while i was on holidays was that he was running, i watched all the pre coverage just for that, but the sprints are always exciting anyway, league needs to do those with 1st graders. go the eels in NRL this sun!! hayne for clive churchill medal

[TheFury]

Didn't realise this thread existed. Happy the Dogs picked up Hall. They were already the highest scoring team for the the last two seasons I believe, but he'll definitely help in the big pressure games, especially finals. If he isn't reported for something, that is. I'm guessing Fev won't go anywhere either. He's far too expensive. Voss said he'd have a look, but no idea if anything will come out of that. Having Brown, Bradshaw and Fev in a forward line would be awesome to see though.

Also, disappointed Cats won. Can't stand them, even though they're the closest team to where I live. At least Storm did better. That makes up for it.

[Broden Terry]

Sheedy to coach GWS :-0

[TheFury]

Cool to see him coaching again. I was disappointed when Essendon let him go.

[phil19]

i predict my beloved port adelaide will by shithouse next year

[TheFury]

They were the most unpredictable team this year. They could play great one game then absolutely terrible the next.

[phil19]

i know. it was painful to watch

[TheFury]

I can imagine. There seems to be a few people not living up to their potential like Danyl Pearce. Travis Boak is making some good progress. He went to my high school, as did Pat Dangerfield for Adelaide.

[phil19]

I can imagine. There seems to be a few people not living up to their potential like Danyl Pearce. Travis Boak is making some good progress. He went to my high school, as did Pat Dangerfield for Adelaide.

yeah, im hoping with burgoyne bros gone pearce can step up a lil bit. he'll need to. Boak had a good year i thought. one of our better players i think. haha did he really? thats awesome!

[TheFury]

yeah, im hoping with burgoyne bros gone pearce can step up a lil bit. he'll need to. Boak had a good year i thought. one of our better players i think. haha did he really? thats awesome!
Yeah, him and Boak will have to own that midfield with the Burgoyne's gone. Haha, yep, Oberon High School. He was the year above me and Pat below. I never talked to Travis, but I knew a lot of his mates. I did know Pat though and we played basketball against each other.

[phil19]

Yeah, him and Boak will have to own that midfield with the Burgoyne's gone. Haha, yep, Oberon High School. He was the year above me and Pat below. I never talked to Travis, but I knew a lot of his mates. I did know Pat though and we played basketball against each other.

thats it.
haha no shit! thats really cool.
so whats your team?

[TheFury]

thats it.
haha no shit! thats really cool.
so whats your team?
Haha, indeed. They both look to be solid players in the future too. Pat did get Ricciuto's number. I'm a Bulldogs man. I was devastated when they lost to the Cats and Saints in the finals. Both could of been wins. It'll be cool to see what Hall adds to their forward line. He was still playing really good before he left Sydney.

[phil19]

Haha, indeed. They both look to be solid players in the future too. Pat did get Ricciuto's number. I'm a Bulldogs man. I was devastated when they lost to the Cats and Saints in the finals. Both could of been wins. It'll be cool to see what Hall adds to their forward line. He was still playing really good before he left Sydney.

yeah i think you're right about that.
ive had a soft spot for the bullies these past couple seasons. was definately going for them in the finals. I think Hall will give them something int he forward line they've been missing. as good as jonno, i think not having a key big man up front hurt them

[TheFury]

yeah i think you're right about that.
ive had a soft spot for the bullies these past couple seasons. was definately going for them in the finals. I think Hall will give them something int he forward line they've been missing. as good as jonno, i think not having a key big man up front hurt them
Definitely. It'll give more room to all their small forwards too who are all capable of kicking goals if they double team Hall. Jonno is getting fairly old now as well so can't rely on him as much. It's great watching them when they have their running game on. Lake really stepped up his game this year too. I thought he was the best full back this season.

[phil19]

Definitely. It'll give more room to all their small forwards too who are all capable of kicking goals if they double team Hall. Jonno is getting fairly old now as well so can't rely on him as much. It's great watching them when they have their running game on. Lake really stepped up his game this year too. I thought he was the best full back this season.

exactly. i think it will give their forward line a good structure which should put them in good shape.
lake had a fantastic season. if he can carry that form into 2010 then you guys will be hard to beat. especialy with your quality midfield.

[TheFury]

exactly. i think it will give their forward line a good structure which should put them in good shape.
lake had a fantastic season. if he can carry that form into 2010 then you guys will be hard to beat. especialy with your quality midfield.
Hopefully, he will. Not many defenders try to mark it in full back so it's always great watching. We've come third the last 2 years so they need to step up that little bit more.

[phil19]

Hopefully, he will. Not many defenders try to mark it in full back so it's always great watching. We've come third the last 2 years so they need to step up that little bit more.

they really need to make the GF next year i think. if they stagnate they're over. they've probably only got another few years so they need to make the most of it now

[TheFury]

they really need to make the GF next year i think. if they stagnate they're over. they've probably only got another few years so they need to make the most of it now
Yeah, third place is nice and all, but it still isn't good enough. They've got a good young list, but they need some of those older guys with experience in the finals. Aker, Jonno, Eagleton and Hudson won't be around for much longer.

[phil19]

Yeah, third place is nice and all, but it still isn't good enough. They've got a good young list, but they need some of those older guys with experience in the finals. Aker, Jonno, Eagleton and Hudson won't be around for much longer.

exactly. their probably near their peak at the moment. theyve got a good mix of young and experienced players. they problem they have is that st kilda re probably at their peak too and geelong are still so dominant

[AussieBoy]

the western sydney team will not survive

the lower class that mainly live out there live and breathe league, and the ones who like AFL are already die hard swannies supporters

ditto Gold Coast

waste of time

[TheFury]

exactly. their probably near their peak at the moment. theyve got a good mix of young and experienced players. they problem they have is that st kilda re probably at their peak too and geelong are still so dominant
Agreed. Yeah, the Saints really dominated this season. Would of been good to see them win the flag since they've only won one before. Same with the Dogs. I'm hoping Geelong aren't as good next year either with the assistant coach gone. I expect Hawthorn to be back up around the top injury free and with Burgonye and Gibson in the team.

the western sydney team will not survive

the lower class that mainly live out there live and breathe league, and the ones who like AFL are already die hard swannies supporters

ditto Gold Coast

waste of time
Gold Coast were smart in recruiting Hunt. A lot more League supporters will be interested in the team now. It should be as big as Cousins return. I would of rathered seen a Tasmania team though.

[AussieBoy]

Agreed. Yeah, the Saints really dominated this season. Would of been good to see them win the flag since they've only won one before. Same with the Dogs. I'm hoping Geelong aren't as good next year either with the assistant coach gone. I expect Hawthorn to be back up around the top injury free and with Burgonye and Gibson in the team.


Gold Coast were smart in recruiting Hunt. A lot more League supporters will be interested in the team now. It should be as big as Cousins return. I would of rathered seen a Tasmania team though.

that is very true, i know ill be watching how he goes... but i dont know if he ll make top grade, i just cant fathom how he can cut it when his competition is guys who have been playing since they were 5, espesh now that his playing rugby next year instead of learning his trade in a brisbane park footy comp, is a top athlete though.. but it will sucker me in to watch his first few games

yeah dude!, why have they never done Tassie??? that would be there 1st choice sport wouldnt it??

[TheFury]

that is very true, i know ill be watching how he goes... but i dont know if he ll make top grade, i just cant fathom how he can cut it when his competition is guys who have been playing since they were 5, espesh now that his playing rugby next year instead of learning his trade in a brisbane park footy comp, is a top athlete though.. but it will sucker me in to watch his first few games

yeah dude!, why have they never done Tassie??? that would be there 1st choice sport wouldnt it??
I'm hoping he does well, but I wouldn't put money on it. From what I've seen he's very athletic so if he can pick up the skills he should be alright. I'll be definitely watching how he goes. The salary cap in League is pretty messed up isn't it? I wonder if more League players will try to make a move to the AFL.

I believe so. That and cricket. They were almost going to make the team, they even had a sponsor lined up. Then the AFL decided to go with the Gold Coast and Western Sydney. They have a stadium already so it makes sense. Hawthorn would probably be the closest to a home team since they play a fair few games there.

[AussieBoy]

I'm hoping he does well, but I wouldn't put money on it. From what I've seen he's very athletic so if he can pick up the skills he should be alright. I'll be definitely watching how he goes. The salary cap in League is pretty messed up isn't it? I wonder if more League players will try to make a move to the AFL.

I believe so. That and cricket. They were almost going to make the team, they even had a sponsor lined up. Then the AFL decided to go with the Gold Coast and Western Sydney. They have a stadium already so it makes sense. Hawthorn would probably be the closest to a home team since they play a fair few games there.

Jarryd Hayne and Greg Inglis would be good for AFL to poach both are to of the most amazing instinctive athletes ive ever seen, plus both are tall and can kick

Izzy Folau has got a huge jump on him too

[TheFury]

Jarryd Hayne and Greg Inglis would be good for AFL to poach both are to of the most amazing instinctive athletes ive ever seen, plus both are tall and can kick

Izzy Folau has got a huge jump on him too
I think they were talking about trying to get Inglis. I don't watch league all that much, but I know they're all great players. Usually I just watch the Storm when I remember they're on tv. You probably hate Storm, haha.

[Broden Terry]

Only a few weeks until the start on the NAB cup. It'll be nice to watch to a few games and see how some of the new draftees perform for their respective clubs.

12/02 - West Coast vs. Essendon at Subiaco
13/02 - Adelaide vs. Port Adelaide at Aami
13/02 - Hawthorn vs. Richmond at Aurora Stadium
14/02 - Western Bulldogs vs. Brisbane Lions at Manuka Oval

19/02 - St.Kilda vs. Collingwood at Ethiad Stadium
20/02 - Sydney Swans vs. Carlton Blues at Blacktown
21/02 - Geelong Cats vs. North Melbourne at Ethiad Stadium
21/02 - Fremantle Dockers vs. Melbourne Demons at Subiaco

[phil19]

not looking forward to what i expect to be a shocking year for my beloved power

[Broden Terry]

not looking forward to what i expect to be a shocking year for my beloved power

Hopefully it'll be a better and more consistent year than the previous two. I'm expecting you to be somewhere near the eight :-)

Dreamteam/Supercoach came out today. I'm contemplating giving it a shot this year.

[Broden Terry]

I was just watching this. I hope we show some competitive spirit against Carlton this weekend.

PYngY5-8ubw

[phil19]

bombers v carlton are always decent games. those old rivalries always kick in

[TheFury]

So annoyed the Hawks lost. They were all over the place in the last quarter and gave some easy goals away. I think they could be a top 4 side along with the Saints, Dogs and Cats. Once they get their ruckmen, Burgoyne and Hooper back they should be firing.

[phil19]

So annoyed the Hawks lost. They were all over the place in the last quarter and gave some easy goals away. I think they could be a top 4 side along with the Saints, Dogs and Cats. Once they get their ruckmen, Burgoyne and Hooper back they should be firing.

fuck burgoyne. he's a traiter.
dont worry, i think youve just named this years top four. hawks will be up there im sure of it

[TheFury]

fuck burgoyne. he's a traiter.
dont worry, i think youve just named this years top four. hawks will be up there im sure of it
Haha did he have any years left on his contract or did he just leave? Collingwood could push for a top 4 spot even though they nearly lost to Melbourne (lol), but I can't see any other teams doing it from what I've seen so far. Adelaide were hyped up before the season, but they've been disappointing so far.

[phil19]

Haha did he have any years left on his contract or did he just leave? Collingwood could push for a top 4 spot even though they nearly lost to Melbourne (lol), but I can't see any other teams doing it from what I've seen so far. Adelaide were hyped up before the season, but they've been disappointing so far.

not sure to be honest. but i was unimpressed.
yeah collingwood are the only other team who could push it.
yeah adelaide dont seem to have anything at the moment. its hard to see where they're gonna get something from judging by how they've played so far.

[phil19]

what an awful round for tipping it was last week. hoping this week will be better.

[TheFury]

Most definitely. I haven't been tipping, but if I was I would of picked Saints, Brisbane, Hawthorn and Geelong. Hawthorn have been completely disappointing. They keep getting more and more injuries. No chance of a top 4 spot any more, they'll be pushing for a top 8 if they're lucky. I think my top 4 will still be the same except replace Hawthorn with Collingwood.

[phil19]

yeah i picked all those bar brisbane. ive been impressed with the dees so thought theyd have a chance so tipped them as a roughie. paid off which was good.
yeah hawthorn have been dismal, as have adelaide. collingwood have been pretty devastating.

[TheFury]

Good call. After they destroyed the Dogs I didn't think Melbourne would have a chance. It's a pretty big match for Adelaide this week against Port. I wonder if they'll finally step up. They showed glimpses of good performance against the Dogs last week, but they couldn't keep it up. Collingwood are definitely doing good at the moment. Only game they've lost is to the Saints and it was pretty close the whole time.

[phil19]

ive given up on adelaide. have tipped them a couple weeks thinking they would finally get their act together but to no avail. i cant see them beating the mighty port. especially with them coming off a great win against the saints.
it could be a closer race at the top this year than i first thought.

[TheFury]

They weren't so mighty the week before haha. Port should win though. I'm hoping the Cats lose a few more games. Even better if they don't make the top 4, but that seems unlikely.

[phil19]

They weren't so mighty the week before haha. Port should win though. I'm hoping the Cats lose a few more games. Even better if they don't make the top 4, but that seems unlikely.

its how you bounce back that matters.
can defiantely see them losing a few more. cant see them missing top 4 though. they're still a great team.

[TheFury]

A few teams are starting to catch up with some really good trades and younger guys getting more experience. The Cats have a couple who are doing alright, but they have some injuries like Scarlett too. It doesn't matter this week. They could have half their team out and still beat Richmond.

[phil19]

hahaha richmond. they're a joke. i feel sorry for them.

[ArTkY_]

I love watching this.

hEu3byWjbG0
I have no idea what I just watched but I like it.

[phil19]

I have no idea what I just watched but I like it.

best sport on the planet

[TheFury]

Apparently Folau might be going to the AFL to play for GWS. If it does happen it'll be another win for them. More exposure to footy in the two states dominated by rugby with Hunt and Folau if he defects.

[CheckeredFloors]

Can not wait for the Essendon/Hawthorn game on saturday night.
Also excited for the Bradshaw v Lions game.

God I love rivalry round

[phil19]

Apparently Folau might be going to the AFL to play for GWS. If it does happen it'll be another win for them. More exposure to footy in the two states dominated by rugby with Hunt and Folau if he defects.

im not a fan of all these defects and imports from ireland and all this nonsense. its just all for publicity and to expand the game. im really keen to see how hunt actually does and see if he's as good as they say he is. i find it hard to believehe'll be able to step into the most elite form of the game and excel seeing as he hasnt played before. its one thing to be able to kick, handpass and tackle, its another to actually be able to read the game and understand it.

[TheFury]

Yeah, no doubt it's for publicity. They're both pretty young guys who are really talented, but understanding the game is important. That takes years to learn. I want to see how well Hunt goes too, aside from a couple kicks I haven't seen much at all from him. I'm interested to see what position he plays as well. There's definitely some fault on the NRLs behalf, I think a lot of people agree the salary cap is far from efficient. Even before the Storm issue came up. If they want to keep their talent in the NRL they need some adjustments to it. The only people I can think of who have defected from the AFL are the couple guys who moved on to the NFL, but they were towards the end of their careers and are kickers.

[phil19]

Yeah, no doubt it's for publicity. They're both pretty young guys who are really talented, but understanding the game is important. That takes years to learn. I want to see how well Hunt goes too, aside from a couple kicks I haven't seen much at all from him. I'm interested to see what position he plays as well. There's definitely some fault on the NRLs behalf, I think a lot of people agree the salary cap is far from efficient. Even before the Storm issue came up. If they want to keep their talent in the NRL they need some adjustments to it. The only people I can think of who have defected from the AFL are the couple guys who moved on to the NFL, but they were towards the end of their careers and are kickers.

yeah definately. everyones chasing the dollars these days though. i find it quite sad really, that club loyalty doesnt seem to be as high a priority as it should be.
those guys who have gone to the NFL have it easier to adjust i think. like you said, they're basically just kicking the ball. im guessing the nuances of the game probably dont concern them too much.

[TheFury]

It would be nice to see more club loyalty. There would be nothing worse than seeing one of your favourite players move to a different team for money, let alone a different football code. Fortunately I can't think of any players from the Dogs who have done that. I believe Cooney, Griffen and Harbrow still haven't signed yet so anything could happen. The father-son rule is a pretty awesome concept. It's good to see that being used. Yeah, that's basically their only job. The ball is a bit different, but they were signed up because of how far they can kick alone. It also extends their career by a lot of years whereas they would of only had a couple more in the AFL.

[phil19]

It would be nice to see more club loyalty. There would be nothing worse than seeing one of your favourite players move to a different team for money, let alone a different football code. Fortunately I can't think of any players from the Dogs who have done that. I believe Cooney, Griffen and Harbrow still haven't signed yet so anything could happen. The father-son rule is a pretty awesome concept. It's good to see that being used. Yeah, that's basically their only job. The ball is a bit different, but they were signed up because of how far they can kick alone. It also extends their career by a lot of years whereas they would of only had a couple more in the AFL.

i dont see any of those dogs players leaving. not with them challenging for the premiership. i would be shocked if they left.
i love the father-son rule. its that tradition and loyalty which makes footy clubs great places to be i think.
they probably make a bit more too. but definately would extend their playing career. aussie rules is a brutal sport

[TheFury]

I'm hoping they don't. There's been talk of the Gold Coast team being interested in them, but I think they'll stay.
I had a look on wiki and Ben Graham got a six year contract worth $5.17M US when he started up. That's massive compared to what he would of gotten at the Cats. He was 31 when he was recruited too. I couldn't find Sav Rocca's contract, but he was 33.

[phil19]

I'm hoping they don't. There's been talk of the Gold Coast team being interested in them, but I think they'll stay.
I had a look on wiki and Ben Graham got a six year contract worth $5.17M US when he started up. That's massive compared to what he would of gotten at the Cats. He was 31 when he was recruited too. I couldn't find Sav Rocca's contract, but he was 33.

has there? i havnt heard much about that. would be dissapointing if they did i think
really?! bulk cash!

[TheFury]

They're targeting a lot of players from other clubs too so they're bound to get some. I'll laugh if they pick up Ablett.

Yep. It's crazy. So much money for doing so little.

[phil19]

i'll lose a lot of respect for ablett if he leaves geelong. but for sure, they'll pick a few up here and there. they've got heaps of draft concessions too which should help them a lot aswell

[TheFury]

Living 20 minutes from Geelong I know a lot of people that go for them, which is why I'll laugh. It's not fun knowing someone who goes for them with their recent success. It'll take them down a notch or two if it happens. The next few years are going to be interesting with the draft. If you're a mediocre team it's not going to look pretty when they can't rely on early draft picks.

[phil19]

oh, i can imagine. they'd be all full of their own self importance.
yeah, the crappy teams are going to struggle for a few more years than they normally would. richmond might as well just fold now i think, its gonna be a long road back up to even a middle of the road team i think

[Broden Terry]

Not confident about defeating hawthorn tomorrow night :-(

[phil19]

Not confident about defeating hawthorn tomorrow night :-(

you'll be right man. hawthorn havnt been that impressive. the bombers will bounce back

[Broden Terry]

you'll be right man. hawthorn havnt been that impressive. the bombers will bounce back

We're just being completely lacking in pride and spirit. It's like we're lost and aimlessly confused when we have the football in our hands. Port Adelaide had a good win though!

[phil19]

We're just being completely lacking in pride and spirit. It's like we're lost and aimlessly confused when we have the football in our hands. Port Adelaide had a good win though!

yeah but hawthorn have been about the same. have faith my friend
that they did! if only id tipped them haha

[TheFury]

Fuck that was a terrible game. Nothing more boring than watching a team play in the back half. So frustrating.

[phil19]

you talking about saints v bullies??
awful game to watch. especially if you're a bullies fan :-p

[Broden Terry]

you talking about saints v bullies??
awful game to watch. especially if you're a bullies fan :-p

Got you blokes next week! Don't worry though, you've got six days to prepare for your defeat ;-)
In all seriousness, I've been quite impressed with Port thus far. Very talented side.

[phil19]

Got you blokes next week! Don't worry though, you've got six days to prepare for your defeat ;-)
In all seriousness, I've been quite impressed with Port thus far. Very talented side.

your bombers won! told you you had nothing to worry about
hahaha should be a good game next week i think. bombers playing well will be hard to stop

[TheFury]

you talking about saints v bullies??
awful game to watch. especially if you're a bullies fan :-p
Haha yep. It wasn't fun at all. The Saints were flooding for the majority of the game. They had no forward set up whatsoever. We really should have won. Harbrow played amazing, but he couldn't win it for us alone. Hall gave a stupid free kick as well which most likely would of been a goal and could of put the game away. There was a few chances to do it.

[phil19]

Haha yep. It wasn't fun at all. The Saints were flooding for the majority of the game. They had no forward set up whatsoever. We really should have won. Harbrow played amazing, but he couldn't win it for us alone. Hall gave a stupid free kick as well which most likely would of been a goal and could of put the game away. There was a few chances to do it.

i turned it off at 3 quarter time and went to bed. io thought in a low scoring game, the three goal lead the bulldogs had would be enough to get them there. especially as they were playing well i thought. was dissapointed to see the result in saturdays paper when i got up.

[TheFury]

Saints had a run on in the 3rd quarter, but couldn't kick straight so I thought they had a chance. When we were 3 goals up or whatever with less than 10 minutes to go though it looked like we had it. At least we've got Melbourne this week. We have to win since we're 3-3 and won't be in the 8 if we lose.

Port are sitting nicely at 4-2. It was good to see Bradshaw get some revenge too. He's been playing better than Fev.

[phil19]

Saints had a run on in the 3rd quarter, but couldn't kick straight so I thought they had a chance. When we were 3 goals up or whatever with less than 10 minutes to go though it looked like we had it. At least we've got Melbourne this week. We have to win since we're 3-3 and won't be in the 8 if we lose.

Port are sitting nicely at 4-2. It was good to see Bradshaw get some revenge too. He's been playing better than Fev.

i thought the dogs were holding back the saints pressure which is why i thought they had it. but i suppose you can never right off i quality side like the saints. yeah, its a must win game for you guys next week. though ive been impressed with melbourne, minus this week, so it could be a good game. but you guys definately need to bounce back to stay in touch.

yeah, they're doing better than i thought they would. i think they're a good chance to make the finals.
how many did bradshaw kick? was it 6?? how about that torp he got!!! beautiful kick!!

[TheFury]

I thought we played into their hand a little too much. It was terrible watching them kick the footy around for a few minutes each time the Saints had the back line flooded. It rarely led to anything either. I'm not sure what Melbourne will bring. They've been playing great, but then they lose to North.

Yeah it looks that way. They've been way more consistent than last year. Rodan is kicking ass.
Yep it was 6. Haha it was pretty sweet. I didn't watch the game because of thousands of assignments, but I saw it on the news. They've been the biggest surprise this year. They'll be tested this week against the Cats at Skilled.

[phil19]

I thought we played into their hand a little too much. It was terrible watching them kick the footy around for a few minutes each time the Saints had the back line flooded. It rarely led to anything either. I'm not sure what Melbourne will bring. They've been playing great, but then they lose to North.

Yeah it looks that way. They've been way more consistent than last year. Rodan is kicking ass.
Yep it was 6. Haha it was pretty sweet. I didn't watch the game because of thousands of assignments, but I saw it on the news. They've been the biggest surprise this year. They'll be tested this week against the Cats at Skilled.

yeah thats a good point. the just kept switching the ball from side to side but couldnt get through.
yeah rodan is a great inclusion. we've missed him.
yeah, they definately have. they're sitting pretty at the top. who wouldve guessed. you'd think the cats would have their measure at skilled, but who knows. it should be close

[Broden Terry]

The NAB Cup needs to hurry up and arrive. Maybe the Richmond - All Stars game on Saturday night will tide me over.

[AussieBoy]

go high on stillnox and redbull and decided to shave all my pubes off this week

need to find a buddy to hold a dinger near my donger though

[Broden Terry]

Just got selected to write an article on the Melbourne Football Club and what's expected of them this year in terms of improvement, a brief recap of their 2010 season, strengths and weaknesses, player personnel and predicted ladder finish. Should be good except that my team is Essendon :shrug:

[joeag1985]

Any Collingwood fans here? I'm going over to see a few of their games this summer.

[AussieBoy]

no one showed up to the GWS giants fan day, lawl

[phil19]

Any Collingwood fans here? I'm going over to see a few of their games this summer.

collingwoods fans are all in jail

[Broden Terry]

no one showed up to the GWS giants fan day, lawl

I don't understand why the AFL didn't just give Tasmania the eighteenth team license. But in saying that, hopefully it all goes well up there regardless.

[phil19]

I don't understand why the AFL didn't just give Tasmania the eighteenth team license. But in saying that, hopefully it all goes well up there regardless.

its bullshit. tassy is a footy state! so they put another team in a rugby heartland??! its fucked.

[AussieBoy]

its bullshit. tassy is a footy state! so they put another team in a rugby heartland??! its fucked.

I don't understand why the AFL didn't just give Tasmania the eighteenth team license. But in saying that, hopefully it all goes well up there regardless.

exactly!!! i dont know why we have it? its like how Central Coast should have a NRL team, theyre mental for rugby but they keep going on about perth, melbourne etc

i want GWS to fail, swans are cool and everything, but theyve been really snidey the way they brought this team in, they dont want to co-exist they want to destroy AFL in western sydney. wont work though, its Polynesians there and they hate AFL as they just love smashing cunts

[AussieBoy]

collingwoods fans are all in jail

hahaha

[Oddpac87]

Last year's Grand Final (first game and replay) were the first aussie rules games I've ever seen and now I can't wait for this season to start. Haven't really picked a team to support yet, thought about picking Collingwood because they had an American on the squad last season, but haven't made a decision yet.

[AussieBoy]

Last year's Grand Final (first game and replay) were the first aussie rules games I've ever seen and now I can't wait for this season to start. Haven't really picked a team to support yet, thought about picking Collingwood because they had an American on the squad last season, but haven't made a decision yet.

was a fantastic game (the first one) i was at the races and didnt watch a single horse cause was enthralled with st. kildas comeback (my second fave team)
think i only watched 3/4 games last year

pick the Swannies!!!

i always get thrown by guys with girls in their avatar, i go "ooooh hot chick!, oh wait, a bloke"

[Oddpac87]

was a fantastic game (the first one) i was at the races and didnt watch a single horse cause was enthralled with st. kildas comeback (my second fave team)
think i only watched 3/4 games last year

pick the Swannies!!!

i always get thrown by guys with girls in their avatar, i go "ooooh hot chick!, oh wait, a bloke"

Haha. When I put that as my avi, I thought about that, but I couldn't resist some Alex Morgan. (She's a US soccer player)

[joeag1985]

collingwoods fans are all in jail

Champions.

[Broden Terry]

Essendon/Brisbane/St Kilda pre-season game was fantastic, I thought. Essendon look to have a very aggressive and attacking game plan that also involves pushing numbers back behind the ball unlike the last few years under Knights.

[CheckeredFloors]

Brisbane are just the biggest joke now. We'll be bottom 3 for sure.

[Broden Terry]

Brisbane are just the biggest joke now. We'll be bottom 3 for sure.

To be fair, you did have a largely young and inexperienced side competing against relatively strong opposition. It's a shame about Fevola but I suppose he had so many chances to revitalize his career and didn't take them.

I'm looking forward to watching Essendon tonight, and thankfully that free kick - out of bounds rule has been scrapped.

[AussieBoy]

I google imaged that St kilda girl
My god I don't blame anyone for giving her one! Glamour!! How bout her boobs!! Huge
(although I'm not 47, married with kids and having a balding perm on my fat head)

[Broden Terry]

I'm thinking of attending the Essendon-St.Kilda semi final on Friday night. They're always fantastic contests.

[ForeverInADay]

I don't know anything about the AFL in terms of rules and whatnot, but I really wanted to go to a Carlton match when I was in Melbourne. I guess I'll have to settle for watching a Lions match in Brisbane.

[phil19]

I google imaged that St kilda girl
My god I don't blame anyone for giving her one! Glamour!! How bout her boobs!! Huge
(although I'm not 47, married with kids and having a balding perm on my fat head)

yeah, she's hot shit

[Lizbella]

Looks like Ess/Coll final potentially. Should be good to watch if so.

[CheckeredFloors]

Really hoping the Eagles can beat Collingwood.

[CheckeredFloors]

Scott Pendlebury and Chris Masten both look fucking ridiculous.

[Broden Terry]

The NAB Cup is essentially meaningless, but I'd love if we could beat Collingwood and continue our good form and momentum heading into round one against the Western Bulldogs.

[W/O a Parachute]

16 Days til the Dockers beat the piss out of Brisbane!!!

[phil19]

Scott Pendlebury and Chris Masten both look fucking ridiculous.

maston is a joke. shit player who thinks he's awesome.

[CheckeredFloors]

maston is a joke. shit player who thinks he's awesome.

yep. He's one of about 10 players that the eagles need to get rid of.

[phil19]

yep. He's one of about 10 players that the eagles need to get rid of.

they should just give up if you ask me. whole team is full of mediocre players. lecras, cox and maybs adam selwood are only peeps worth having

[CheckeredFloors]

they should just give up if you ask me. whole team is full of mediocre players. lecras, cox and maybs adam selwood are only peeps worth having


Wouldn't go that far. They're gonna be pretty bad for a while still too, they haven't drafted anybody who shows some real potential.

Naitanui = bust.

[phil19]

Wouldn't go that far. They're gonna be pretty bad for a while still too, they haven't drafted anybody who shows some real potential.

Naitanui = bust.

naitanui. i feel sorry for that guy. everytime he touches the ball they all suck his dick. he's had a couple good games but most of the time does fuck all.

[CheckeredFloors]

Devastating loss for the Lions.

[joeag1985]

Ricky Nixon has been given a lengthy ban I hear. Good enough for him.

[perfectstranger]

The Footy Show is funny. Don't care what anyone says, Newman is fucking great.

[Broden Terry]

I managed to secure tickets for the Anzac day match between Essendon and Collingwood. The atmosphere is bound to be incredible. It wouldn't get much better than 90,000 at the MCG.

[joeag1985]

Bump.

Did anyone catch the Compromise Rules games? A great win for the amateurs over the pros.

[Broden Terry]

So excited to have drafted Elliott Kavanagh to Essendon. Slowly but surely building a fantastic midfield to complement our talls.

[AussieBoy]

Seriously why does GWS have a team no one up here give two poops and they gave them all those draft picks. Tasmania have been robbed, they deserved one