Port’s “practice match” win over the Blues . Importance=0%, Prediction-Value=0%

[parrot]

I’ve enjoyed watching some of the frenzied anti-Carlton sentiment directed toward our young side, after their disappointing result in a practice game on the weekend. Funny because a match of such little relevance seemed to trigger a monster avalanche of pent up anti-Carlton resentment. Quite impressive. In terms of the game itself, while losing is always disappointing, it was nonetheless a good experience for our young side to watch how a more experienced team, fiercely determined to avenge the monster loss last week against the Crows in the pres-season comp, go about it. While the Blues have amassed an impressive array of talent, last Saturdays match showed just how important confidence, experience, and a determined attitude are. The good news for Blues fans is that there is a huge amount of untapped potential on their list- a feature that distinguishes them from sides like the Tiges, Pies, Dons, that, to their coaches credit, have had them running at their maximum capability for the past 12 months or so- i.e. not much upside. Denis’s big challenge this year is whether he can realise that enormous potential. I think we’ll find that this practice match experience, will prove to be a valuable part of the Blues training program in the lead up to the season proper. Interesting times ahead. :)

[juzza316]

:thumbsu: Top stuff Parrot! I feel much better now.:D

[Coin_Toss]

Importance - Carlton still suck
Prediction - Carlton will finish on the bottom

[JeffDunne]

You need to spend more time reading Carlton forums if you think this board has "frenzied anti-Carlton sentiment".

The lemmings are revolting!!! :)

[Malibu#27]

I’ve enjoyed watching some of the frenzied anti-Carlton sentiment directed toward our young side, after their disappointing result in a practice game on the weekend. Funny because a match of such little relevance seemed to trigger a monster avalanche of pent up anti-Carlton resentment. Quite impressive. In terms of the game itself, while losing is always disappointing, it was nonetheless a good experience for our young side to watch how a more experienced team, fiercely determined to avenge the monster loss last week against the Crows in the pres-season comp, go about it. While the Blues have amassed an impressive array of talent, last Saturdays match showed just how important confidence, experience, and a determined attitude are. The good news for Blues fans is that there is a huge amount of untapped potential on their list- a feature that distinguishes them from sides like the Tiges, Pies, Dons, that, to their coaches credit, have had them running at their maximum capability for the past 12 months or so- i.e. not much upside. Denis’s big challenge this year is whether he can realise that enormous potential. I think we’ll find that this practice match experience, will prove to be a valuable part of the Blues training program in the lead up to the season proper. Interesting times ahead. :)

Probably meant nothing much if anything to Port in the end ... other than a chance for a hit out. For Carlton it probably means just a little bit more ... enough in fact for your coach to come out and apologize after the game.

[worthy]

Where's that picture of the Iraqi misinformation minister, it just seems to fit this thread perfectly.

[Forzaport]

In terms of the game itself, while losing is always disappointing, it was nonetheless a good experience for our young side to watch how a more experienced team, fiercely determined to avenge the monster loss last week against the Crows in the pres-season comp, go about it.

For the record we were playing our youngsters. You do realise our more experienced players barely played half a game against carlton?

[itsintheblood]

Ahhh parrothead, welcome back. We were starting to worry whether you'd done some harm to yourself.

Have you seen carlton's new emblem?

http://img346.imageshack.us/img346/4990/derail7js.jpg

[itsintheblood]

Where's that picture of the Iraqi misinformation minister, it just seems to fit this thread perfectly.

http://img35.imageshack.us/img35/4201/denial6xb.jpg

"We don't have debts, we're making millions, our team is the best, our coach is ace, you are all infidels and we shall crush our opressors"

[iameviljez]

I’ve enjoyed watching some of the frenzied anti-Carlton sentiment... ... ... ... part of the Blues training program in the lead up to the season proper. Interesting times ahead. :)
VFL Board!

[itsintheblood]

The good news for Blues fans is that there is a huge amount of untapped potential on their list- a feature that distinguishes them from sides like the Tiges, Pies, Dons, that,


Hey parrothead, you think you could perhaps share the secret with us? We're dying to know where exactly this potential is hiding. You better bring it to the fore really quick cause your members are deserting you in droves.

Do youself a favour and read the australian today.

[The Flag Master]

I agree with parrot.

[peejay]

Parrott, could you please tell me where you think the blues will finish this year?

[Andre]

Who's said the match has any importance or prediction value ? Go to the Port board and you'll see we were happy that it was more kids getting a run (a less experienced side then the Blues, not more), not that we've suddenly turned the corner from one meaningless game to another. Anyone reading anything into any pre-season match (other then seeing if players returning from injuries are fit) is crazy.

Or are your fellow blues supporters nuts ? :p

[Toots Hibbert]

Who's said the match has any importance or prediction value ? Go to the Port board and you'll see we were happy that it was more kids getting a run (a less experienced side then the Blues, not more), not that we've suddenly turned the corner from one meaningless game to another. Anyone reading anything into any pre-season match (other then seeing if players returning from injuries are fit) is crazy.

Or are your fellow blues supporters nuts ? :p
It's Parrot's riposte to those demanding to know where he was after Saturday. A pretty good effort really. I like the fact that he has a bit of style. You don't always see that in posts of this kind.

[parrot]

Parrott, could you please tell me where you think the blues will finish this year?

Should finish between 11th and 7th. Although always hard to cap expectations of a young side with huge upside. If the Tiges have a good run with form and injuries, they should be able to finish 12th. :)

[crazy_big_al]

Carlton are crap simple

[JeffDunne]

Got any stock tips parrot?

I'd like to know where not to put my money. :)

[- PC -]

The good news for Blues fans is that there is a huge amount of untapped potential on their list-
Pagan aint no plumber


The only thing this game did is

1: show the gulf between a struggling going nowhere club( yes Carlton fans I mean your club) and a finals contender

and

2: give Port and its supporters some heart and confidence after a demoralising loss to cross town rivals

[morax]

I’ve enjoyed watching some of the frenzied anti-Carlton sentiment directed toward our young side, after their disappointing result in a practice game on the weekend. Funny because a match of such little relevance seemed to trigger a monster avalanche of pent up anti-Carlton resentment. Quite impressive. In terms of the game itself, while losing is always disappointing, it was nonetheless a good experience for our young side to watch how a more experienced team, fiercely determined to avenge the monster loss last week against the Crows in the pres-season comp, go about it. While the Blues have amassed an impressive array of talent, last Saturdays match showed just how important confidence, experience, and a determined attitude are. The good news for Blues fans is that there is a huge amount of untapped potential on their list- a feature that distinguishes them from sides like the Tiges, Pies, Dons, that, to their coaches credit, have had them running at their maximum capability for the past 12 months or so- i.e. not much upside. Denis’s big challenge this year is whether he can realise that enormous potential. I think we’ll find that this practice match experience, will prove to be a valuable part of the Blues training program in the lead up to the season proper. Interesting times ahead. :)


I'm convinced :thumbsu: :)

[peejay]

Should finish between 11th and 7th. Although always hard to cap expectations of a young side with huge upside. If the Tiges have a good run with form and injuries, they should be able to finish 12th. :)


So that would roughly mean 9 - 12 wins for the blues.

[Armageddon]

Should finish between 11th and 7th. Although always hard to cap expectations of a young side with huge upside. If the Tiges have a good run with form and injuries, they should be able to finish 12th. :)
You do reel them in don't you. That's pretty funny.

[celtic_pride]

I’ve enjoyed watching some of the frenzied anti-Carlton sentiment directed toward our young side, after their disappointing result in a practice game on the weekend. Funny because a match of such little relevance seemed to trigger a monster avalanche of pent up anti-Carlton resentment. Quite impressive. In terms of the game itself, while losing is always disappointing, it was nonetheless a good experience for our young side to watch how a more experienced team, fiercely determined to avenge the monster loss last week against the Crows in the pres-season comp, go about it. While the Blues have amassed an impressive array of talent, last Saturdays match showed just how important confidence, experience, and a determined attitude are. The good news for Blues fans is that there is a huge amount of untapped potential on their list- a feature that distinguishes them from sides like the Tiges, Pies, Dons, that, to their coaches credit, have had them running at their maximum capability for the past 12 months or so- i.e. not much upside. Denis’s big challenge this year is whether he can realise that enormous potential. I think we’ll find that this practice match experience, will prove to be a valuable part of the Blues training program in the lead up to the season proper. Interesting times ahead. :)

Gotta give Parrot credit, at least he doesn't disappear when the times get tough unlike many other fans of other clubs esp Collingwood who go missing for weeks when their team has been flogged.
Well Done Parrot :)

[feral]

I’ve enjoyed watching some of the frenzied anti-Carlton sentiment directed toward our young side, after their disappointing result in a practice game on the weekend. Funny because a match of such little relevance seemed to trigger a monster avalanche of pent up anti-Carlton resentment. Quite impressive. In terms of the game itself, while losing is always disappointing, it was nonetheless a good experience for our young side to watch how a more experienced team, fiercely determined to avenge the monster loss last week against the Crows in the pres-season comp, go about it. While the Blues have amassed an impressive array of talent, last Saturdays match showed just how important confidence, experience, and a determined attitude are. The good news for Blues fans is that there is a huge amount of untapped potential on their list- a feature that distinguishes them from sides like the Tiges, Pies, Dons, that, to their coaches credit, have had them running at their maximum capability for the past 12 months or so- i.e. not much upside. Denis’s big challenge this year is whether he can realise that enormous potential. I think we’ll find that this practice match experience, will prove to be a valuable part of the Blues training program in the lead up to the season proper. Interesting times ahead. :)

You're "enormous potential" would be even better if you hadn't stuffed up by picking up Murphy before Thomas.

[parrot]

You're "enormous potential" would be even better if you hadn't stuffed up by picking up Murphy before Thomas.

I think Thomas will be a good player – but he still fits the 7th-15th draft ranking most non-Collingwood clubs gave him in the draft. A Shaw/Cole type. :)

[Bentleigh]

I’ve enjoyed watching some of the frenzied anti-Carlton sentiment directed toward our young side, after their disappointing result in a practice game on the weekend. Funny because a match of such little relevance seemed to trigger a monster avalanche of pent up anti-Carlton resentment. Quite impressive. In terms of the game itself, while losing is always disappointing, it was nonetheless a good experience for our young side to watch how a more experienced team, fiercely determined to avenge the monster loss last week against the Crows in the pres-season comp, go about it. While the Blues have amassed an impressive array of talent, last Saturdays match showed just how important confidence, experience, and a determined attitude are. The good news for Blues fans is that there is a huge amount of untapped potential on their list- a feature that distinguishes them from sides like the Tiges, Pies, Dons, that, to their coaches credit, have had them running at their maximum capability for the past 12 months or so- i.e. not much upside. Denis’s big challenge this year is whether he can realise that enormous potential. I think we’ll find that this practice match experience, will prove to be a valuable part of the Blues training program in the lead up to the season proper. Interesting times ahead. :)

Lynch 5
Carlton 5

[matera30]

carlton have the worst list in afl history

it is a disgrace

would not be competitive with half the vfl sides

coupled with the financial position of the club, will ensure they fold within 5 years

[davey_magik]

Quinten Lynch kicking as many goals as Carlton in the same week. As crap as Carlton are, I doubt this is going to happen again.
Enjoy WCE supporters :D .

[skywalk750]

Carlton are the worst team ive seen for a very long time.

[parrot]

Carlton are the worst team ive seen for a very long time.

Do you remember Geelongs last GF appearance? :)

[Armageddon]

Do you remember Geelongs last GF appearance? :)
hahah, i admire your trolling abilities

[jules101]

Do you remember Geelongs last GF appearance? :)

I remember carltons. Join in the chorus....

[The Reaper]

Lynch is better than the entire Carlton side based on last weekends results.

[SorryIHammerChicken]

Parrot is usually hilarious with these things, but this one even more so because he sounds so, so desperate :)

[XXX KINGS]

coupled with the financial position of the club, will ensure they fold within 5 years

If we don't you can send me a five million dollar cheque in the mail. I think that sounds fair, do you?

[mediumsizered]

Lynch is better than the entire Carlton side based on last weekends results.
He should have played in last season's GF. He might have been the difference.

[MC_Gusto]

I can't honestly accept that Parrot actually supports the blues. I mean his posts are surely taking the pyss aren't they? This post is absolutely hilarious and just further disgraces Carlton. I mean common Parrot who do you actually support..be honest.
Classic post though mate, keep up the good work

[Hu$$ey]

Lynch is better than the entire Carlton side based on last weekends results.
How? Carlton scored 5.9, more than what Lynch scored ;)

[Docker_Brat]

A thread title mentioning Port that hasn't been deleted yet. Mods are slow tonight.

[Embers]

Brent Staker takes more marks then Carltons entire forward line

Quinten Lynch equals Carltons goal tally single handidly.

Matt Rosa gets more possessions then Marc Murphy and Jordan Russell combined.

How the tables have turned.........

Anyway didnt parrot just admit that his club has a losing culture, read the post, he says his team has a losing culture, nice to see him admit it.

[Hearts to hearts]

You have to admire parrot. Every club needs supporters whose faith is so unshakeable, whose glasses are so rose-coloured, and whose loyalty is so fierce.

If I knew one personally I'd encourage them to get therapy, of course, and wouldn't leave my child alone with them, but I have to admit to awe when I read posts like parrot has supplied in this thread.

And a cheer from me too for always showing up to take the jeers from the opposition, even if it's shaken off like water off a duck's back.

[*PAFC*13]

http://afl.com.au/default.asp?pg=news&spg=display&articleid=250094

FYI... :D :thumbsu:

Blues let club down: Teague
12:33:58 PM Thu 9 March, 2006
Matt Burgan
Exclusive to afl.com.au


Carlton defender David Teague has said the club's playing group was devastated after the Blues went down to Port Adelaide by 99 points in their NAB Challenge clash at Princes Park last Saturday.

Teague said the loss had a huge impact on the players.

"The playing group was pretty shattered on the weekend. They let themselves down and the club down," Teague told afl.com.au.

"A group of 40 blokes are the only ones that can really represent the club, and when you're part of that and you let them down, it's really disappointing for us, especially with the history and it's such a proud club.


"I think all the players were disappointed and even a little bit embarrassed with the outcome and we've got plenty of time to work on it. Last year we started great and then faded away, but this year we'll do the opposite and build as the year goes on."

Teague simply believes the lack of pressure applied on Port Adelaide was the reason for the shellacking.

"They handballed a lot, and teams that can handball a lot, obviously we're not chasing and tackling the way we should be, so the basic things we've got to get right - winning the ball, being a bit harder and putting on a lot of pressure," Teague said.

Although it was a practice match, Teague said the players still had to learn from their mistakes.

"More than put it behind us, we've got to learn from it and it's something that's happened now," Teague said.

"We can't change it and in terms of putting it behind us, whatever we do now is not going to change that result, so you've got to put it behind you, but you've also got to learn from it.

"It's probably a good learning thing to get out of the way now, rather than half-way through the season, when it could shatter the confidence of the team"

This Friday night, Carlton takes on West Coast at Alice Springs and Teague believes this will be a great opportunity for the players to show their wares before the start of the premiership season.

"A lot of young blokes are going up there for the first time and it's a good chance to get the group together, going away for the night and it helps get the players closer and spending time together, so it's a good opportunity for a lot players to put their hands up for the start of the season," Teague said.

"It's only two weeks now, so it's one of the last chances to cement a spot in the side."

[peejay]

Should finish between 11th and 7th. Although always hard to cap expectations of a young side with huge upside. :)

Missed by that much hey parrot.

[Moss Rocket]

Seems like somebody got under a certain mods skin. Keep up the good work Parrot.

Was going to look up posts where Tiger fans thought their side might make the finals. Just for a laugh. But can't be bothered. We have all been laughing for 25 years now!

[Rory]

Seems like somebody got under a certain mods skin. Keep up the good work Parrot.

More like Parrot made himself look like an idiot. Not that it isn't a frequent occurance.

[peejay]

Seems like somebody got under a certain mods skin. Keep up the good work Parrot.

Was going to look up posts where Tiger fans thought their side might make the finals. Just for a laugh. But can't be bothered. We have all been laughing for 25 years now!

was just browsing some of my fav parrot posts.

wasn't posted in bay 13 so had to take it seriously.

3 peat this year ?

[Moss Rocket]

Maybe.

Unlike some fans, i don't stress to much at the spoon. I stress at anything other than a finals appearance.

But a low finish does give you guys like Murphy and Gibbs, or the opportunity of a balls up like Tambling or Livingston.

[peejay]

Maybe.

Unlike some fans, i don't stress to much at the spoon. I stress at anything other than a finals appearance.

But a low finish does give you guys like Murphy and Gibbs, or the opportunity of a balls up like Tambling or Livingston.

I guess winning 3 in 5 years brings an air of expectancy about it.

[peejay]

Seems like somebody got under a certain mods skin. Keep up the good work Parrot.

Was going to look up posts where Tiger fans thought their side might make the finals. Just for a laugh. But can't be bothered. We have all been laughing for 25 years now!


2001 actually same as you - except we lasted a week longer ;)

[Coughlan]

oh dear parrot, you really are a complete and utter joke