Official GVFL thread (part 1)

[Dwight]

Franchina on the move goingto Melbourne based club, just about a done deal.

[big tony]

Franchina on the move goingto Melbourne based club, just about a done deal.
well thats massive, i thought that the rumor that Nathalias best and fairest winner Nathan Gemmil is almost a certainty to join Benalla in its verge to win a premiership flag for work commitments.

[madtiger]

Nathan Gemmill is overseas and will be for a while, Brett Vallender is going to benalla.

[madtiger]

Big rumour out of Rochester with a 2005 AFL rookie listed player very keen to sign.

I'll give you a hint: he's 196cms and from the area.

Obviously just a rumour......

[Wizz]

Christ did you S#@t the bed Wizz, early start today!!!

No mate im in London at the moment.

[Wizz]

Big rumour out of Rochester with a 2005 AFL rookie listed player very keen to sign.

I'll give you a hint: he's 196cms and from the area.

Guy Campbell?

[Wizz]

yeah he'd be pretty handy, don't think echuca/united would take the news very well if it were to eventuate. not real sure what sort of money he'd command. ya'd think it'd be a bit though.

Yeah agree dont think teams especially Echuca would take it very easily. Oh well.

Isnt Nathan Gemmill overseas and heard he will be for some time.

[hank1]

Yeah agree dont think teams especially Echuca would take it very easily. Oh well.

Isnt Nathan Gemmill overseas and heard he will be for some time.

yeah Gem is overseas and has no return date in mind, isnt expected to be back for footy at this stage.

Echuca would be very disappointed if they missed out on Guy, especially to Rochy.

[GVFootyfan]

Nah, I was scrapped off the floor in the showers of H Division and incubated in Choppers @rse... I think thats why I came out of the ordeal such a tough ********.............wanna fight?? Fight me!!!!!!!!!
So you admit that you fell out of an a r s e knob jockey. If that is the case then no I do not want to fight you. T u r d s are SOFT, have no backbone and splatter when they are hit.

[bradrowe#32]

Obviously just a rumour......

Yeah, it's obviously just a rumour at the moment madtiger and I'm not sure if it will eventuate. But we can all dream, can't we!

[bradrowe#32]

Guy Campbell?

You may be 3,000kms away, but your finger is on the pulse as per usual, Daniel.

Another strong rumour going around: young Dylan Cuttriss and Adrian Pappin both joining young gun Anthony Jess out at Mitiamo next year. This one is nearly 100% confirmed. Both will be big losses.

[just signed]

Cuttriss and Pappin leaving is big news. Both had good years last year and Rochy would be hoping that they are going to be the new breed of young guns. Cuttriss is a touch soft though.

[hank1]

Guy Campbell?


Believe he has taken the Ass Coaching role at Echuca United?

[Chance]

[QUOTE=No Heart]Chance M Collins has retired and R Vanreit is going to do a pre season at the bullants [ Stevie d set it up for him and R Douglas] but robbie at the moment is pretty keen on staying put. P Ratray has told the club that he is playing there in 2006 , the same as everyone else.

Yeah I'm know about Collo retiring. Patty, I dont think will stay. Another lion leaving the den is Tommy Robinson. Played for Sey all his life. Does not get on well with Stevie D footy wise. Had stevie gone he would have stayed I think and has not been given a fair go this year. Has signed with Mitcham which is in the EDFL I presume? Not sure how that club and league compare to GVFL so hope Tommy does well. Anyone familiar with this league?

Oh and one of the best news to come out of Kings Park recently is that the terrible hard, dry turf (in other words a cow paddock when dry and wet!!) has finally been ripped up with a new drainage system and lush green grass to be applied soon. Hopefully it is up to par with Tatura's beautiful turf. The best in the league along with Deakin in my opinion. Hopefully this will reduce our injury curse dramatically!!!

[Doona2]

Sorry to hear about Tommy leaving, he's a great fella and has been loyal to the Lions thru some rough periods. Are you suggesting it will only be until Stevie D departs, or is he settling down in the eastern suburbs?

Be fair to assume players like Boruch, Shiels, Brockway & Inness would be just as frustrated as Robinson due to Seymour's depth at present, along with young Barton who I hear is seriously considering heading home to Kilmore.

[Grandale]

Sorry to hear about Tommy leaving, he's a great fella and has been loyal to the Lions thru some rough periods. Are you suggesting it will only be until Stevie D departs, or is he settling down in the eastern suburbs?

Be fair to assume players like Boruch, Shiels, Brockway & Inness would be just as frustrated as Robinson due to Seymour's depth at present, along with young Barton who I hear is seriously considering heading home to Kilmore.

I'd be surprised if Tom doesn't play for the Lions again, but you can understand his reasons for having a crack somewhere else.
Surprisingly, though, I haven't heard of too many others in a similar boat to him that have cracked the ''Brad Pitts'' (not that Tom cracked them, just think he realised that he was probably going to struggle for opportunities under SJD) and said they're going elsewhere coz they're not getting a senior game.

[Grandale]

More rumours emanating from Kings Park: Whisper is ''Grandpa'' Davey has been appointed Reserves Coach, to be assisted by Mark ''Three-Day'' Bender, Gerry O'Sullivan and Craig Zotti.

[Duff Man]

More rumours emanating from Kings Park: Whisper is ''Grandpa'' Davey has been appointed Reserves Coach, to be assisted by Mark ''Three-Day'' Bender, Gerry O'Sullivan and Craig Zotti.
Will Davey still be looking to play senior football in 2006, or is he happy to play 2's seeing as he will be coaching them?

[Sidey_87]

Is it true Kyabram and Mooroopna are chasing Tyson Sidebottom for next season?

[Who's the bear?]

Is it true Kyabram and Mooroopna are chasing Tyson Sidebottom for next season?

Ask him yourself loser

[Doona2]

Is it true Kyabram and Mooroopna are chasing Tyson Sidebottom for next season?

Sides shouldn't have to chase him, if he was fair dinkum about getting the best out of his ability he'd be turning up somewhere for a pre-season on his own accord, or is he one of these blokes that like to be chased???

All he has shown so far is that he is a very handy district level footballer, a league medal, a flag, nows the time to step to major league level and make a statement.

[Doona2]

Ask him yourself loser

The bear is back!!!

[Sidey_87]

Ask him yourself loser
Get stuffed **************, i haven't seen him lately.
I was hoping you had footy knowledge but obviously not if that's the best you could come up with.

[Who's the bear?]

Get stuffed **************, i haven't seen him lately.
I was hoping you had footy knowledge but obviously not if that's the best you could come up with.

Kleenex anyone?

[Wizz]

You may be 3,000kms away, but your finger is on the pulse as per usual, Daniel.

Another strong rumour going around: young Dylan Cuttriss and Adrian Pappin both joining young gun Anthony Jess out at Mitiamo next year. This one is nearly 100% confirmed. Both will be big losses.

Have all three gone out there have they? What made them go out there, coin? The pub is still shut out there isnt it, was a pretty good pub for a few beers in the middle of no where but i guess they can now go to Dingee just up the road.

[HawkeEye]

Tiger in Pies' sight
By Wes Cusworth

November 4 2005
Shepparton News


Euroa is keen to continue negotiations with former Richmond utility Rory Hilton, but remains far from convinced the former Magpie junior will return to his roots in the Goulburn Valley Football League next season.
Speaking candidly yesterday, just days after being returned for another year to the presidential chair, Euroa leader Xavier Thompson remained hopeful, but not expectant, his side would be successful in enticing the recently released Hilton back up the Hume Hwy.

"We're just talking at the moment," Thompson said in assessing the lie of the land as this year's runner-up began gearing up for an arduous pre-season.

"We don't know what he's got on his mind, whether he wants to stay in the city or move back to the country, but naturally we'd love to have him come back and play for us."

Enticing former players back to the club is high on the agenda for Euroa, with Thompson hopeful a sprinkling of "foreigners" will complement a quality list of homegrown talent.

"We'd love to get a bloke like Rory Hilton because he's a local and that's the way we'd like to go, rather than just attracting out-oftowners," he said.

"Having said that, I don't know if he'll be in our budget.

"But we'll keep talking with him.

"We've got a lot of players we're talking to."

Talking football again is something the popular leader is just starting to come to terms with, particularly after Euroa's shock 11-point loss to Seymour in the grand final six weeks ago.

"It was devastating, gutwrenching to get beaten in the grand final when you've played so well all year, losing just one game before that game," Thompson said.

"David (Gleeson) has had some time off and hasn't really been thinking too much about football, but I spoke to him recently and we'll be doing a lot more talking pretty soon."

While Hilton remains a question mark, Thompson is adamant former Magpie star Andrew Mills won't be back next year, but remains hopeful of a return from Western Australia the following season.

"Andrew will be playing another year in Perth, with maybe the chance of coming back after that," he said.

"But that will be another year, with maybe another person in the chair, so who knows what will happen then.

"All I know is that David Gleeson said everyone from this year is saying they're staying."

[Sidey_87]

Kleenex anyone?
Your about as funny as your mum with no clothes on, and by the way, tell her to stop changing the colour of her lipstick.
My **********'s starting to look like a rainbow.

[Sidey_87]

Sides shouldn't have to chase him, if he was fair dinkum about getting the best out of his ability he'd be turning up somewhere for a pre-season on his own accord, or is he one of these blokes that like to be chased???

All he has shown so far is that he is a very handy district level footballer, a league medal, a flag, nows the time to step to major league level and make a statement.
Or maybe he's a player that doesn't just play footy for money in the big league's.
Is it a crime to play for your home club?
Where you have lived most of your life.
If he wanted to play for someone else, he would turn up for training with them.

[fat back pocket]

[QUOTE=No Heart]Chance M Collins has retired and R Vanreit is going to do a pre season at the bullants [ Stevie d set it up for him and R Douglas] but robbie at the moment is pretty keen on staying put. P Ratray has told the club that he is playing there in 2006 , the same as everyone else.

Yeah I'm know about Collo retiring. Patty, I dont think will stay. Another lion leaving the den is Tommy Robinson. Played for Sey all his life. Does not get on well with Stevie D footy wise. Had stevie gone he would have stayed I think and has not been given a fair go this year. Has signed with Mitcham which is in the EDFL I presume? Not sure how that club and league compare to GVFL so hope Tommy does well. Anyone familiar with this league?

Oh and one of the best news to come out of Kings Park recently is that the terrible hard, dry turf (in other words a cow paddock when dry and wet!!) has finally been ripped up with a new drainage system and lush green grass to be applied soon. Hopefully it is up to par with Tatura's beautiful turf. The best in the league along with Deakin in my opinion. Hopefully this will reduce our injury curse dramatically!!!

Robinson on the move, probably his own worst enemy over the past 2.5 years, struggled with Hamstring injuries, lost a bit of his pace and fitness. Can agree with ya re: his dislikes for Steve, obviously those who miss out on winning a flag after playing through the tough times is going to be hurt, but its just as hard for steve to pick a side, there wouldn't be a club that won a flag who didn't have blokes disapointed, and bitter for missing out. Its the way the football world works. Unfortunate part of it i suppose. But good luck to Tom, i'm sure there are no hard feelings from anyone at the club, he has been a great servant, always supported the club on and off the field. Maybe the change will do him the world of good, and we may see him back in the lions colours in a few years.

On the ground front, there is to be another oval put out the back of the rooms, this will accomodate junior training (maybe even games) and some pre-season runs (when it gets finished), this will take some of the traffic off the main oval.

The grass won't be the same as Tatura, they are using a grass similar to Echuca. It will go dormant and brown during the winter, they will seed rye grass every march/april to make the ground look green from the sidelines.

Don't expect any great changes, within 5 years it will probably be stuffed again, no drainage has been put in, the $100,000 budget didn't include drainage, and with the genious crew they have planning the thing, they aren't raising the middle such that the water runs off to the boundary. So it will be flat with no drainage. A heavy down poor is sure to put some lower spots on the ground. Anyway, we shall wait and see.

[jmain14]

Have all three gone out there have they? What made them go out there, coin? The pub is still shut out there isnt it, was a pretty good pub for a few beers in the middle of no where but i guess they can now go to Dingee just up the road.
as much as I think the boy is talented, somehow I don't think mitiamo would be putting too much emphasis on gaining the services of pumpa jess. the other two though would be exceptional pick-ups - they would both absolutely dominate. what is the latest on it all anyway rowey - did you hear anything over the w'end?? if they were to leave they'd be massive losses for rochy especially pepsi. I'd like to see dirty's face if pepsi were to tell him he was moving on. I'd suggest that he wouldn't be working at rochy tyres and batteries the following monday morning - put it that way.

regarding the pub situation yeah I guess they'd just have to head up the road to dingee. pearcey might still be floating around out that way so she might be able to show the boys a good time if required. if that were to fall through naomi was always up for a challenge. it was a bit of a drive to see her though.

[ECHUCABOY]

Or maybe he's a player that doesn't just play footy for money in the big league's.
Is it a crime to play for your home club?
Where you have lived most of your life.
If he wanted to play for someone else, he would turn up for training with them.

haha maybe.......would be very suprised to see Guy go to Rochy, actually if it does happen I will kiss Jmain (despite the fact, that I would prolly do it anyway).

[ECHUCABOY]

That is an absolute joke that those two boys would go out their, the reason peps may be going out there is cos his playin cricket in melbourne??? And wont be able to do any pre season, would that be on the money boys?

[ECHUCABOY]

hahah rochy..........as if guy campbell would go there!!!

Has just signed on with Echuca United for 2006. Echuca would be very very very dirty.

[jmain14]

haha maybe.......would be very suprised to see Guy go to Rochy, actually if it does happen I will kiss Jmain (despite the fact, that I would prolly do it anyway).
ha ha. hey I went to the soccer the other night with your mates. geez it was $h!t!! if any of you guys are intending on going to watch melbourne victory play - don't bother because it is rubbish. it was probably the worst hour or so of my life. I ended up leaving during the second half to have a few beers down at the corner. its not the sort of pub you want to be seen at every friday night but I can tell you that it was $h!tloads better than the soccer.

[jmain14]

That is an absolute joke that those two boys would go out their, the reason peps may be going out there is cos his playin cricket in melbourne??? And wont be able to do any pre season, would that be on the money boys?
not real sure - haven't seen either of them for a while. I can't really see pepsi leaving to be honest though. he had a pretty good year and dirty employs him during the week. if he wants to keep working there I'd suggest that he continues playing at rochy!!

[jmain14]

hahah rochy..........as if guy campbell would go there!!!

Has just signed on with Echuca United for 2006. Echuca would be very very very dirty.
so he has definitely signed has he??

[ECHUCABOY]

so he has definitely signed has he??


Definitely, without a doubt. I swear on my dead cats grave

[Travvy43]

It seems to be true: read below

EAGLES GET THEIR GUY

By Trent Horneman
November 7 2005
Riverine Herald

Echuca United has won the race to secure the services of Sydney Swans rookie Guy Campbell.
Campbell signed on as Eagles' assistant coach yesterday, ending weeks of speculation.

He has signed on with the Eagles for 2006, unless he is thrown an AFL lifeline in the National AFL draft later this month.

Campbell, 23, comes to United after a year with the Sydney Swans as a rookie. He was unable to continue with the Swans because he was too old to be retained as a rookie.

His return to Victoria sparked interest from a number of clubs around the region, including VFL club Bendigo Bombers, where he played two seasons in 2003-04.

Coach Mark Heritage said he was thrilled to have signed Campbell to the club, adding to the team's on-field leadership.

Campbell will join Duane Hueston, Simon McCarty and Heritage in the leadership group, with all looking forward to a big season.

"It gives us a great nucleus of leaders. We have some quality people who are leaders of this club.

"As a club we are tickled pink to have Guy on board," Heritage said.

Campbell played junior football with United and said he was pleased to be coming home.

"It was a terrific experience to be up there (Sydney) during their premiership season.

"I had a chance to learn off the best," he said.

Campbell is the first of the club's major signings for the 2006 season, with the club looking to add some other new names to the list.

"We are talking to other prospective players at the moment," Heritage said.

Campbell might just be the tonic the Eagles need to climb into the Murray Football League top five.

After heavy recruiting last pre-season, which saw McCarty, Heuston, Michael Walker, Anthony Baker, Luke Jones and Nick Ioranni end up in Eagles jumpers, the club struggled to gel.

With most of last year's playing list retained, Heritage said it was exciting times ahead for Echuca United.

[hank1]

Cuttriss and Pappin to stay at Rochy. After both having solid seasons with the tigers expect them both to stay, as Rochy look to get back into the top echeloen of the finals.

[Grandale]

Will Davey still be looking to play senior football in 2006, or is he happy to play 2's seeing as he will be coaching them?

Will definitely still want to play seniors. Only has one more game to go for 200 senior GVFL games.

[Doona2]

Or maybe he's a player that doesn't just play footy for money in the big league's. Is it a crime to play for your home club?
Where you have lived most of your life. If he wanted to play for someone else, he would turn up for training with them.

Nothing wrong with being loyal, but when blokes are pumping up his tyres on how good he supposedly could be, then what Im saying is what is he scared of? A year in the GV doesn't mean he's disloyal. If he's as good as a few say (dont forget some goose was talking drafts) then let's have a look at him at a better standard.

[jmain14]

Cuttriss and Pappin to stay at Rochy. After both having solid seasons with the tigers expect them both to stay, as Rochy look to get back into the top echeloen of the finals.
great news hank. I would've been very surprised if either left.

[Duff Man]

Will definitely still want to play seniors. Only has one more game to go for 200 senior GVFL games.
Being a long time servant of the club (especially through some down years) I'm sure they will make sure he notches up his 200 regardless of form etc.

I thought I read in the Weekender this year that he has already played 200, but maybe I'm thinking of someone else. Did any Seymour players reach that mark this year - Schottner perhaps?

[Grandale]

Being a long time servant of the club (especially through some down years) I'm sure they will make sure he notches up his 200 regardless of form etc.

I thought I read in the Weekender this year that he has already played 200, but maybe I'm thinking of someone else. Did any Seymour players reach that mark this year - Schottner perhaps?

Ben got life membership from the league because of the handful of interleague games he's played.
The grand final was his 199th. Had Stevie D not made him come back through the Scoobies after he'd missed a couple of weeks through injury he would have played his 200th in the granny.
Jeff Anderson played his 100th senior game in the GF.

[Grandale]

And Schottner's played about 185 senior games for the Lions.

[bradrowe#32]

great news hank. I would've been very surprised if either left.

They're both just attention seekers. Of course, they will play with Rochy next year.

Interesting about Guy Campbell. I would've thought he at least want to play GV footy. He should dominate in that league.

[ECHUCABOY]

They're both just attention seekers. Of course, they will play with Rochy next year.

Interesting about Guy Campbell. I would've thought he at least want to play GV footy. He should dominate in that league.

playing assistant coach $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$

[big tony]

do you think that Benalla's Matt Sharp should have played for the GVFL in this years VCFL country championships?
i dont think he should have, there are many better players going around

[madtiger]

playing assistant coach $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$

If money was his motivation he would have gone to the clubs in Adelaide ofeerring him in excess of 2500 per game, he is good mates with heritage and wants to go and play with his junior club, good on him I rekon, for going back to the club where he started his footy, apparantley Echuca are as sh1tty as hell

[Wizz]

as much as I think the boy is talented, somehow I don't think mitiamo would be putting too much emphasis on gaining the services of pumpa jess. the other two though would be exceptional pick-ups - they would both absolutely dominate. what is the latest on it all anyway rowey - did you hear anything over the w'end?? if they were to leave they'd be massive losses for rochy especially pepsi. I'd like to see dirty's face if pepsi were to tell him he was moving on. I'd suggest that he wouldn't be working at rochy tyres and batteries the following monday morning - put it that way.

regarding the pub situation yeah I guess they'd just have to head up the road to dingee. pearcey might still be floating around out that way so she might be able to show the boys a good time if required. if that were to fall through naomi was always up for a challenge. it was a bit of a drive to see her though.

Forgot Pepsi works with Dave, gees he would be a big loss though. Hope he has a bloody good reason for leaving for his sake.

[Wizz]

hahah rochy..........as if guy campbell would go there!!!

Has just signed on with Echuca United for 2006. Echuca would be very very very dirty.

Yeah thought it sounded a little funny about Guy going to Rochy especially with his Echuca ties.

[jmain14]

Forgot Pepsi works with Dave, gees he would be a big loss though. Hope he has a bloody good reason for leaving for his sake.
nah the latest is that they're both not going anywhere buddy - good news for tiger fans.

[fat back pocket]

Two little bits of info.

Rattray confirmed - going to Bendigo Bombers for the year. Not sure exactly where Rod Van Reid is going, but good luck to the boys.

Rumour has it that the magpies nest has been shaken a little by the expected departure of Howse and King, both of the boys have re-signed with Bundoora i believe (their old Diamond Valley club).

So interesting news there.

That news was from the mouth of a trusted source.

[HawkeEye]

Two little bits of info.

Rattray confirmed - going to Bendigo Bombers for the year. Not sure exactly where Rod Van Reid is going, but good luck to the boys.

Rumour has it that the magpies nest has been shaken a little by the expected departure of Howse and King, both of the boys have re-signed with Bundoora i believe (their old Diamond Valley club).

So interesting news there.

That news was from the mouth of a trusted source.

Yes - that Howse is going

No - that King is going

Just some more ******** that the fat boy is spitting out of his chubby face. Don't spit it out FBP swallow it, like you always do.

[HawkeEye]

Does anyone know if any GVFL clubs are going to chase Marc Bullen.

[FOOTYBOSS]

Does anyone know if any GVFL clubs are going to chase Marc Bullen.
I would say most shep teams would chase him since he is from the area. I used to work with him. Might give him a buzz and see what he is doing. He will most likely stay in the VFL though. Im pretty sure Richmond are letting him train there.

Howse definately leaving, but king definately not leaving fbp. King doesnt like the bundoora coach at the moment.

[Duff Man]

[fat back pocket]
That news was from the mouth of a trusted source.

If King is definately staying, then you may want to think about changing your source FBP.

Can you fill me in regarding Ratray. Has he signed with the Bombers? I heard he was going to do a pre season with them, and make a decision after that.

[fat back pocket]

[fat back pocket]
That news was from the mouth of a trusted source.

If King is definately staying, then you may want to think about changing your source FBP.

Can you fill me in regarding Ratray. Has he signed with the Bombers? I heard he was going to do a pre season with them, and make a decision after that.

It was from one of the players who played their first year there this year, so i would assume they would know.

As i said, it is a rumour. but a rumour from a person within the Euroa camp. So i can do nothing but believe it.

Anyway, Rattray has apparently signed. He said if things don't work out he would make a return to seymour, but Daniel said to give the bombers a red hot go for a year, give it all he's got and then if VFL isn't for him, then Seymour would love to have him back.

He said to me he was moving there, so i can only assume they have signed him, wouldn't be on a lot of coin though. They probably helped him get a job, and a place, that would be about it.

[fat back pocket]

I would say most shep teams would chase him since he is from the area. I used to work with him. Might give him a buzz and see what he is doing. He will most likely stay in the VFL though. Im pretty sure Richmond are letting him train there.

Howse definately leaving, but king definately not leaving fbp. King doesnt like the bundoora coach at the moment.

Fair enough. You would know more than me. The story could have changed by the time i spoke to the source.

Anyway, Euroa don't want to lose king, the man is a star. Would be a fair show of playing GV rep this year based on his finals performances.

[fat back pocket]

Yes - that Howse is going

No - that King is going

Just some more ******** that the fat boy is spitting out of his chubby face. Don't spit it out FBP swallow it, like you always do.

Now now now, don't get like that hawkeye. only putting to light what i here on the grape vine. No harm in that. You can dispell the rumour if you know its not true. No one is stopping you.

ok honey.

[Doona2]

Howse definately leaving, but king definately not leaving fbp. King doesnt like the bundoora coach at the moment.

Is Vinnie Datoli still in charge of Bundoora? Does Vinnie know of King's dislike towards him? I hear Vinnie was one of the madest blokes to be seen on a DVFL footy field. Still laugh at the day Johny Mac s#@t himself in a big epping vs lalor clash - I knew nothing of Datoli til then, but was watching with me mate Gav Mutz and he said watch this bloke (Datoli) - Vinnie had big brave johny mac bluffed.

[bradrowe#32]

playing assistant coach $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$

Ahhh, that would make sense (or should I say cents).

Have you heard about Durie? I heard a rumour the other day that he is leaving for a Murray League club.

[jmain14]

Ahhh, that would make sense (or should I say cents).

Have you heard about Durie? I heard a rumour the other day that he is leaving for a Murray League club.
to echuca united rowey??

[Zippa]

Has any one heard anything about hilton and euroa? to me it seems abit far fetched but from the talk among some of the magpie players they seem he might come... who replace howse in the euroa midfield? do they have any good juniors coming up?

[bradrowe#32]

Has any one heard anything about hilton and euroa? to me it seems abit far fetched but from the talk among some of the magpie players they seem he might come... who replace howse in the euroa midfield? do they have any good juniors coming up?

If you look back a few pages Zippa, there is an article from the Shepp. News about this. I haven't read it, so I can't tell you what's happening.

Howse is a big loss. He is a very good player.

[Grandale]

Does anyone know if any GVFL clubs are going to chase Marc Bullen.

Marc Bullen's doing pre-season with Richmond.

[FOOTYBOSS]

Is Vinnie Datoli still in charge of Bundoora? Does Vinnie know of King's dislike towards him? I hear Vinnie was one of the madest blokes to be seen on a DVFL footy field. Still laugh at the day Johny Mac s#@t himself in a big epping vs lalor clash - I knew nothing of Datoli til then, but was watching with me mate Gav Mutz and he said watch this bloke (Datoli) - Vinnie had big brave johny mac bluffed.
Vinnie is still in charge. Im not sure but King did sit a year out of footy before heading to euroa because of his dislike towards datoli. Yeah vinnie did belt a few blokes in his day but also got belted himself a few times. Once by big spider shaw.

[Dwight]

Howse is a big loss. He is a very good player.


One tough SOB but a nice bloke. One he starts winging get out of the way.
Good pick up for the Bunnies. hear a whisperhim and Caddy going back to there local club, ELtham.

[Chance]

Seems we are all pretty familiar with most inside info regarding most GVFL clubs, however 3 clubs I have hardly heard much about are Kyabram, Echuca and Shepp United. Don't suppose anyone has any idea what is going on with these clubs? Looks like 10 of the 12 GVFL clubs will be vying for a finals berth and will be stiff to miss out. The other 2 I think will miss out is Ky and United, but that is obviously cos I havnt heard much about them. Echuca, should be knocking on the finals door, theyr too good to stay down. Whats happening there Echuca boy, I think you mentioned 8 new players? Any Craig Sholl types? Looks like a very close, competitive season where anyone on their day could beat anyone! Can't wait for the season to start!!

[jmain14]

Seems we are all pretty familiar with most inside info regarding most GVFL clubs, however 3 clubs I have hardly heard much about are Kyabram, Echuca and Shepp United. Don't suppose anyone has any idea what is going on with these clubs? Looks like 10 of the 12 GVFL clubs will be vying for a finals berth and will be stiff to miss out. The other 2 I think will miss out is Ky and United, but that is obviously cos I havnt heard much about them. Echuca, should be knocking on the finals door, theyr too good to stay down. Whats happening there Echuca boy, I think you mentioned 8 new players? Any Craig Sholl types? Looks like a very close, competitive season where anyone on their day could beat anyone! Can't wait for the season to start!!
great enthusiasm chance but I am afraid we'll have to wait a while for the first bounce in round 1 in the next season. heaps of beers to sink in between now and then.

[Sidey_87]

Seems we are all pretty familiar with most inside info regarding most GVFL clubs, however 3 clubs I have hardly heard much about are Kyabram, Echuca and Shepp United. Don't suppose anyone has any idea what is going on with these clubs? Looks like 10 of the 12 GVFL clubs will be vying for a finals berth and will be stiff to miss out. The other 2 I think will miss out is Ky and United, but that is obviously cos I havnt heard much about them. Echuca, should be knocking on the finals door, theyr too good to stay down. Whats happening there Echuca boy, I think you mentioned 8 new players? Any Craig Sholl types? Looks like a very close, competitive season where anyone on their day could beat anyone! Can't wait for the season to start!!
United have picked up a good recruit this season, a few out of the thirds will play seniors. The Hazelman's are back so don't write the dee's off yet.
2 finals spots are taken (Euroa + Mansfield) the rest will be up for grabs.

[centreman]

Marc Bullen's doing pre-season with Richmond.

Three GV clubs I know have spoken to him but said he wasn't interested and wants to keep playing AFL.

[jmain14]

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[jmain14]

Three GV clubs I know have spoken to him but said he wasn't interested and wants to keep playing AFL.
let me guess which three - bears, united and swans??

he'd be a pretty handy pick-up for any club I'd reckon. still can't really believe essendon delisted him. definitely would be worth another afl club taking the punt on him imo.

[Grandale]

United have picked up a good recruit this season, a few out of the thirds will play seniors. The Hazelman's are back so don't write the dee's off yet.
2 finals spots are taken (Euroa + Mansfield) the rest will be up for grabs.

Big call writing off the Lions so soon Sidey. Granted they'll find things tougher next year given they'll be the hunted every week, but there aren't going to be that many personnel changes that would spark a slide all the way out of the 6.

[fat back pocket]

United have picked up a good recruit this season, a few out of the thirds will play seniors. The Hazelman's are back so don't write the dee's off yet.
2 finals spots are taken (Euroa + Mansfield) the rest will be up for grabs.

That is a rediculous statement. The eagles have lost Tranquilli, mensch and hulme. And i haven't heard anything about any others 100% staying other than trewhella.

I'd expect a slip from the top for the eagles in 06. If they made the finals considering the increase of potential to swans, tat, mooroopna, maybe even united. THe only team i would probably pencil in the finals is Euroa. But anything can happen, what happens if they get injuries, others will swamp on them.

Anyway, got my hands on the latest draw, few changes have been made. In fact, quite a few. Enjoy the read.

GVFL Fixture – 2006

Round One – April 15(Easter)
Euroa V Seymour
Echuca V Rochester
Mooroopna V Tatura
Shepparton V Shepp United
Kyabram V Shepp Swans
Benalla V Mansfield (N)

Round Two – April 22
Rochester V Euroa
Tatura V Echuca
Shepp United V Mooroopna
Shepp Swans V Shepparton
Mansfield V Kyabram
Seymour V Benalla

Round Three – April 29
Euroa V Tatura
Echuca V Shepp United
Mooroopna V Shepp Swans (S)
Shepparton V Mansfield
Kyabram V Benalla
Rochester V Seymour

Round Four – May 6
Shepp United V Euroa
Shepp Swans V Echuca
Mansfield V Mooroopna
Benalla V Shepparton
Seymour V Kyabram
Tatura V Rochester
General Bye – Country Champs – May 13/14
Round Five – May 20
Euroa V Shepp Swans
Echuca V Mansfield
Mooroopna V Benalla
Shepparton V Kyabram
Rochester V Shepp United
Tatura V Seymour

Round Six – May 27
Mansfield V Euroa
Benalla V Echuca
Kyabram V Mooroopna
Seymour V Shepparton
Shepp Swans V Rochester
Shepp United V Tatura

Round Seven – June 3
Euroa V Benalla
Echuca V Kyabram
Mooroopna V Shepparton
Rochester V Mansfield
Tatura V Shepp Swans
Shepp United V Seymour

Round Eight – June 10
Kyabram V Euroa
Shepparton V Echuca
Seymour V Mooroopna
Benalla V Rochester
Mansfield V Tatura
Shepp Swans V Shepp United




(S) Sunday
(N) Night Game

Round Nine – Split Round 1
June 17
Euroa V Shepparton
Echuca V Mooroopna
Rochester V Kyabram
June 24
Tatura V Benalla
Shepp United V Mansfield
Shepp Swans V Seymour

Round Ten – July 1
Mooroopna V Euroa
Echuca V Seymour
Shepparton V Rochester
Kyabram V Tatura
Benalla V Shepp United
Mansfield V Shepp Swans

Round Eleven – July 8
Euroa V Echuca
Rochester V Mooroopna
Tatura V Shepparton
Shepp United V Kyabram
Shepp Swans V Benalla
Seymour V Mansfield

Round Twelve – July 15
Seymour V Euroa
Rochester V Echuca
Tatura V Mooroopna
Shepp United V Shepparton (S)
Shepp Swans V Kyabram
Mansfield V Benalla

Round Thirteen – July 22
Euroa V Rochester
Echuca V Tatura
Mooroopna V Shepp United
Shepparton V Shepp Swans
Kyabram V Mansfield
Benalla V Seymour

Round Fourteen Split Round 2
– July 29
Tatura V Euroa
Shepp United V Echuca
Shepp Swans V Mooroopna (S)
August 5
Mansfield V Shepparton
Benalla V Kyabram
Seymour V Rochester

Round Fifteen – August 12
Euroa V Shepp United
Echuca V Shepp Swans
Mooroopna V Mansfield
Shepparton V Benalla
Kyabram V Seymour
Rochester V Tatura

Round Sixteen – August 19
Shepp Swans V Euroa
Mansfield V Echuca
Benalla V Mooroopna
Kyabram V Shepparton
Shepp United V Rochester
Seymour V Tatura



Round Seventeen – August 26
Euroa V Mansfield
Echuca V Benalla
Mooroopna V Kyabram
Shepparton V Seymour
Rochester V Shepp Swans
Tatura V Shepp United

Round Eighteen – September 2
Shepparton V Euroa
Mooroopna V Echuca
Kyabram V Rochester
Benalla V Tatura
Mansfield V Shepp United
Seymour V Shepp Swans


Finals:
Elim 1, 2 and Qual Sept 9/10

1st and 2nd Semi Sept 16/17

Prelim Final September 24

Grand Final October 1 (TBC)

[madtiger]

Hey Echucaboy, have you heard anything about Durie? I heard a rumour yesterday that he might be on the go.

And of course, there is the annual Rhys Archard rumour. I assume he will stick around and terrorise the comp again.

I heard Moama have been chasing Durie pretty hard, can't a see him leaving Echuca, I also heard Echuca are close to getting a couple of nathalia signatures including one of the gemmills, can anyone confirm this?

[jmain14]

That is a rediculous statement. The eagles have lost Tranquilli, mensch and hulme. And i haven't heard anything about any others 100% staying other than trewhella.
I'd have to agree with you there fbp. from what we have been told the eagles are by no means certainties to make the 6.

[bradrowe#32]

Looks like Karl Norman might not be moving to Mooroopna after all.

Bulldogs give wayward Blue training time
By Stephen Rielly
November 9, 2005

The Western Bulldogs have officially invited former Carlton defender Karl Norman to train with the club after coach Rodney Eade met the 22-year-old at Whitten Oval yesterday.

The Dogs spoke to Norman to establish his interest in continuing to play at AFL level, which was in doubt after he was delisted by Carlton four weeks ago.

Despite the impoverished state of their list, the Blues released the talented and tall backman in the wake of a string of indiscretions stretching back several years. He played 27 matches for the Blues over three years but was estranged from some senior players after being disciplined for attending training under the influence of the recreational drug ecstasy in 2004.

Eade said yesterday he did not offer Norman any commitment other than the opportunity to train in the lead-up to the national draft on November 26, although the club has declared its interest in recruiting a defender.

"We've made no secret of the fact we want a another backman, which is why we invited Brett Montgomery down and now Karl," Eade said. "We think Kasey Green is committed to someone, but we'll explore that avenue as well.

"With Karl, though, we're not sure that he will be available to us or sure of what position we'll be in to recruit him if he is available, but everyone knows he is a talent."

[GVFootyfan]

Very strong rumour that after nominating for the A.F.L. draft Essendon have asked Saad X 2 if he would come and do a pre season with them. Great news for the freak show and hope everything goes well for him. I am sure he will be a huge loss to the Lions in 2006.

[Sidey_87]

Big call writing off the Lions so soon Sidey. Granted they'll find things tougher next year given they'll be the hunted every week, but there aren't going to be that many personnel changes that would spark a slide all the way out of the 6.
Not writing anyone off, all i'm saying is every team this year has an ok chance of making the 6.
I didn't know Mansfield lost a few but i can't see why Euroa won't make it with their list.
So it's not a 'rediculous statement'.

[Grandale]

Not writing anyone off, all i'm saying is every team this year has an ok chance of making the 6.
I didn't know Mansfield lost a few but i can't see why Euroa won't make it with their list.
So it's not a 'rediculous statement'.

I wasn't the one that said it was ``rediculous'', old bean.
However, I struggle to see how Mansfield can be considered a better prospect of getting to the finals than Seymour.

[Milky9]

Seems we are all pretty familiar with most inside info regarding most GVFL clubs, however 3 clubs I have hardly heard much about are Kyabram, Echuca and Shepp United. Don't suppose anyone has any idea what is going on with these clubs? Looks like 10 of the 12 GVFL clubs will be vying for a finals berth and will be stiff to miss out. The other 2 I think will miss out is Ky and United, but that is obviously cos I havnt heard much about them. Echuca, should be knocking on the finals door, theyr too good to stay down. Whats happening there Echuca boy, I think you mentioned 8 new players? Any Craig Sholl types? Looks like a very close, competitive season where anyone on their day could beat anyone! Can't wait for the season to start!!

Kyabram set to lose a couple key players including Chris Atkins (travelling overseas), Corey Carver (coaching Lancaster), maybe B&F winner Andrew Gill (melb for work??) and Heath Barnett depending on how much $$$ talks.

[subtle hustle]

the word is that barnett will most likely be at kyabram next year. also heard from a guy today that sydney have asked paul newman to go up and train with them but he will probably stay. serrakowski might be following carver out to lancaster.

[Doona2]

Davey to lead Lions' reserves

November 9 2005
Seymour Telegraph

Dual Seymour premiership player Ben Davey will be captaincoach of Seymour's reserves next year, replacing Andrew Jago, who has taken the side to the finals in the past two seasons.
"We are rapt to have someone with Ben's experience on board and look forward to a lot of local support for the reserves this coming season," Seymour Football Club president Paul Cox said last weekend.

"Ben is a true Seymour man and very popular amongst his peers and with his experience and leadership, should be able to lead the side into the finals yet again."

As has been the trend around Seymour in recent seasons, the cast of assistant coaches will also be quite formidable with Cox announcing he will be assisted off the ground by Gerard O'Sullivan, Mark Bender and Craig Zotti, who bring many years of playing and coaching experience to the brains trust.

This year was a huge year for Davey, becoming a Goulburn Valley Football League life member on the day of the second semifinal and a Seymour life member at the club's presentation night in October. He has played 199 senior games for the club and three league representative games.

Davey is also a dual premiership player, firstly as a teenager in 1991 and then as a veteran this year and has one more milestone to achieve when he runs out for his 200th senior game with the Lions at some stage next year.


For Davey, it will be his second coaching appointment, having previously coached St Mary's under-15s in 1994, also alongside Gerard O'Sullivan, and is looking forward to the challenge next year.


"I have been lucky to enjoy a bit of success with the seniors in the past couple of years and am looking forward to putting something back in with the local players and having a bit of fun," he said.

"I'll still be trying to play senior footy when I can and see this as the transition to the next stage of my career and am looking forward to the challenge."

Former Lion and a good friend of Davey's, Chris Martin, has taken on a similar role at Wodonga and has enjoyed some success with two premierships in a row and this is a good chance to keep the local side together as well as mount a serious challenge on the finals for the third year in a row.

Next year also represents the 20th anniversary of Seymour's last reserves flag and preseason training starts on November 23.

[Wizz]

United have picked up a good recruit this season, a few out of the thirds will play seniors. The Hazelman's are back so don't write the dee's off yet.
2 finals spots are taken (Euroa + Mansfield) the rest will be up for grabs.

You forgot Seymour, the won the flag and with no news on comings and goings would presume they would make the finals before Mansfield would especially after losing Mensch

[Sidey_87]

I wasn't the one that said it was ``rediculous'', old bean.
However, I struggle to see how Mansfield can be considered a better prospect of getting to the finals than Seymour.
They were the 2nd best side last year.

[Zippa]

They were the 2nd best side last year.
Who mansfield? not a chance in hell... euroa and seymour both better then mansfield by 4 goals.. i saw all their finals and i think euroa and seymour would of both rathered play mansfield in the granny then each other

[Wizz]

They were the 2nd best side last year.

Must of been why they played off in the GF at Deakin a couple of months back. (If you dont know Mansfield are the eagles and wear gold and not magpie jumpers).

[MAXIMUM_POWER]

They were the 2nd best side last year.

I think you owe this forum an apology

[bradrowe#32]

I think you owe this forum an apology

Hehe, well played.

Who do you follow in the GV, Maximum?

[fat back pocket]

Hehe, well played.

Who do you follow in the GV, Maximum?

I'd say he follows it pretty closely.

And sidey, please mate, i have talked some nonsense on this forum, but that comment just about takes the cake.

Mansfield will struggle to make finals next year, they will probably be very competitive at home as usual, may be the thing that scrapes them into the finals. But unless they win a large amount of their home games. I think they may miss out.

[fat back pocket]

Saad Saad to do a pre-season with Essendon. So good for him.

[wheelbarrow]

Rory Hilton big tip to go to the Magpies.

SAAD to train with Essendon..

How hopeful do u think Nagambie are.? Had a crack at Sage to Coach them..

I'm quite sure what they offered him he would get more than that at the Magpies just to play.. No harm in trying I suppose..

[HawkeEye]

Rory Hilton big tip to go to the Magpies.

SAAD to train with Essendon..

How hopeful do u think Nagambie are.? Had a crack at Sage to Coach them..

I'm quite sure what they offered him he would get more than that at the Magpies just to play.. No harm in trying I suppose..

No harm in trying, though i think you will see Sage at Euroa next year, he will miss the first couple of games as he will be overseas. But by round 5 you will see him kicking the ball 70 meters straight to Grainger in the goal square.

Not sure on Hilton, but he has got some very close friends playing for Euroa.

[Doona2]

SAAD'S SHOT AT BOMBERSBy Richard Goodbody

November 10 2005
Shepparton News


High-flying Seymour premiership hero Saad Saad could soon be landing at Windy Hill.
The mercurial superstar, who this year led Seymour to a euphoric Goulburn Valley Football League premiership, attended a meeting with Essendon officials late last night before donning the red and black training guernsey for a gruelling track session.

While the Bombers had not lodged Saad's paperwork with the AFL at the time of going to print, it is expected they will make a request today for the 22-year-old to join them on a regular basis ahead of the AFL National Draft on November 26.

Not surprisingly, the former VFL forward was delighted with the news yesterday.

"I'm rapt," Saad said.

"There's been no promises (about being drafted), but I'm in with a shot.

"I just want to put my best foot forward."

Over the years, Essendon coach Kevin Sheedy has shown a willingness to look outside of the circle when it comes to recruiting and managing players.

Dean Wallis, Courtney Johns and more recently Andrew Lovett are just some of the men Sheedy has invested his faith in before later being rewarded.

Taking the Lions' magician straight from the GVFL, however, could be a prospect that even Sheedy may baulk at.

But according to the man himself, he's one player the four-time premiership coach should punt on.

"I've still got a lot of good footy ahead of me," Saad said.

"I'm only 22 and Craig Bradley played until he was 39 and Nathan Buckley's still playing at 34, so there's no reason why I couldn't have a long career.

"I did a pre-season with them in 2002 and then got cut which was pretty disappointing, but now I've got a second chance."

After barnstorming his way into the GVFL, which included a bag of 11 goals against Rochester on debut, Saad delivered on his enormous potential by leading the Lions to premiership glory.

The small forward bagged 99 goals for the season, while electrifying the crowds with his sublime skills and aerial genius.

Saad has previously played with the Northern Bullants in the VFL.


SEE WHAT THE BOMBERS SAW

November 10 2005
Shepparton News

Essendon's approach to glamour Seymour forward Saad Saad did not happen by accident. While the former Northern Bullant is a player of enormous talent, Saad can also thank Seymour teammate Stuart Peterson for lending a helping hand.

After dominating the Goulburn Valley Football League Grand Final, not to mention the home and away season, Peterson compiled a DVD of Saad's finest moments before it was mailed to the AFL's 16 clubs.

After liking what it saw, Essendon recently invited the 22-year-old to join its training ranks.

If you'd like to see what Essendon saw, go to www.news.mcmedia.com.au and follow the links.

[jmain14]

SEE WHAT THE BOMBERS SAW

November 10 2005
Shepparton News

Essendon's approach to glamour Seymour forward Saad Saad did not happen by accident. While the former Northern Bullant is a player of enormous talent, Saad can also thank Seymour teammate Stuart Peterson for lending a helping hand.

After dominating the Goulburn Valley Football League Grand Final, not to mention the home and away season, Peterson compiled a DVD of Saad's finest moments before it was mailed to the AFL's 16 clubs.

After liking what it saw, Essendon recently invited the 22-year-old to join its training ranks.

If you'd like to see what Essendon saw, go to www.news.mcmedia.com.au and follow the links.
great stuff fbp. sounds like he owes ya one.

[HJ32]

being a diehard bomber fan - THAT'S AWSOME!

hey Grandale, hopefully Saad turns out better than ANDREW UKOVIC!

[fat back pocket]

great stuff fbp. sounds like he owes ya one.

Yeah, he did, he ensured me i wasn't a target. That is enough peace of mind for me.

[Grandale]

They were the 2nd best side last year.

Back to the KDL with you Sidey...you've obviously got no idea re the GVFL.