Maryborough Castlemaine District FL

[Sherman41]

Some people just need their egos massaged. I don't think David Forde would leave Bushy this late in his career, but probably likes to feel wanted.


i think there are alot of ppl around the district like that though, one thing i read on another forum though, is you are as good as u can negotiate..

[KingRich]

Sam Brown has put in a clearance to Sth W'bool. Will be a loss of a good young player to the club but cant really expect him to travel back. The impression I have is that he may come back during the season but we'll wait and see. Best of luck to the young kid anyway.

[Don't Argue]

Some people just need their egos massaged. I don't think David Forde would leave Bushy this late in his career, but probably likes to feel wanted.

I think it's a credit to the guy for staying. He only has 2 games to reach his 100 for Royal Park.

Coincedently, we play Bushy next Tuesday night in the Night Series so we will get a good idea of where the 2 teams are at.

[KingRich]

I think it's a credit to the guy for staying. He only has 2 games to reach his 100 for Royal Park.

Coincedently, we play Bushy next Tuesday night in the Night Series so we will get a good idea of where the 2 teams are at.

Who is competing in the Night Series and will this be played at Princes Park?

[Iron Beast]

Coincedently, we play Bushy next Tuesday night in the Night Series so we will get a good idea of where the 2 teams are at.

There's still time for him to jump ship. Just make sure you pump the s h i t out of them (Like you should).

[Don't Argue]

Who is competing in the Night Series and will this be played at Princes Park?

All I know is that we play Royal Park next Tuesday and Rovers the Tuesday after that.

[Iron Beast]

All I know is that we play Royal Park next Tuesday and Rovers the Tuesday after that.

Then who do you play in the grand final?

That is a dream draw to make it to the cash game.

[KingRich]

Then who do you play in the grand final?

That is a dream draw to make it to the cash game.

Yeah I would think you will dispose of those two quite easily.

[blues12]

Can anybody tell me what the surface at Maldon is like,grass cover, hardness. my club could possibly be playing a practice match there in march

[nossi5]

Can anybody tell me what the surface at Maldon is like,grass cover, hardness. my club could possibly be playing a practice match there in march


very ordinary ground. To small, sh*t surface and i would imagine at this time of year it would be hard as a rock.

[Jock Clark 2]

Wayne Buchell will give the Dons a lift this year, back at his old club.
Quite a few years experience at the Maine and Eagleburra in the BFL.
Still get plenty of kicks running off the HB line, you would think.

[Sherman41]

Wayne Buchell will give the Dons a lift this year, back at his old club.
Quite a few years experience at the Maine and Eagleburra in the BFL.
Still get plenty of kicks running off the HB line, you would think.

burchell played mainly in the forward line when he was at maldon, so i would pesume that is where he would resume this season, as thye will need another athletic forward to cover the loss of ladiges

[blues12]

very ordinary ground. To small, sh*t surface and i would imagine at this time of year it would be hard as a rock.

i knew that, played on it before but apparently one of the best in the comp at the moment due to bore water and irrigation installed last year
Does anybody know what it is like now.

[Shamui]

i knew that, played on it before but apparently one of the best in the comp at the moment due to bore water and irrigation installed last year
Does anybody know what it is like now.

Not sure what it is like at the moment mate but I would be very surprised if it was the best in the comp. I know a few clubs have held off on watering grounds too much at the moment so they can have them in tip-top shape for round 1, I guess that is what everyone is aiming for...

[Sherman41]

Not sure what it is like at the moment mate but I would be very surprised if it was the best in the comp. I know a few clubs have held off on watering grounds too much at the moment so they can have them in tip-top shape for round 1, I guess that is what everyone is aiming for...


yep thats right shamui, talbot has just started pumping water into the dam now from there bore and hopefully it will be ready to go by round 1.,.....agree that even though maldons ground might be green , its still way too small, uneven and clumpy.
would like to c them upgrade there visitors change rooms aswell.....even some carpet would help

[Artline]

The Avoca boys look real positive this year they had 45 at training last night real good feeling around the club :)

[Sherman41]

The Avoca boys look real positive this year they had 45 at training last night real good feeling around the club :)


45 hey, thats very impressive #'s , how long have avoca been training together for now??, often new coaching, brings a great deal of excitement to the club and varitey on the track which is important.

one thing i have always noticed with avoca though is that they have alot of locals that play for them, would that be why numbers are so good at training?

[Shamui]

45 hey, thats very impressive #'s , how long have avoca been training together for now??, often new coaching, brings a great deal of excitement to the club and varitey on the track which is important.

one thing i have always noticed with avoca though is that they have alot of locals that play for them, would that be why numbers are so good at training?

Been going for around 6 weeks now mate. Had enough numbers at training to have our first hit out. I think we have managed to retain the full list from last year prob apart from Nick Robbo and maybe Ash Robbo. Also been good on the recruiting front with some good new players as well as bringing back some past players.

[Iron Beast]

Been going for around 6 weeks now mate. Had enough numbers at training to have our first hit out. I think we have managed to retain the full list from last year prob apart from Nick Robbo and maybe Ash Robbo. Also been good on the recruiting front with some good new players as well as bringing back some past players.

That is what a bottom half of the ladder needs to do to make the 5.

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[The Tibbinator]

Hello gents

The Tibbinator is an outsider looking in, but I have heard a whisper about former Golden Square hardman Bruce Hughes, who may be in the running for coaching gig in the MCFL. Late 30's in age, but could still provide good onfield support to surrounding youngsters.

[Shamui]

Hello gents

The Tibbinator is an outsider looking in, but I have heard a whisper about former Golden Square hardman Bruce Hughes, who may be in the running for coaching gig in the MCFL. Late 30's in age, but could still provide good onfield support to surrounding youngsters.

I'm not sure of any clubs that are still yet to sign a coach?? Can you give a little more info Tibbinator? Being from Golden Square would it be fair to assume he could be linked to Harcourt/Maldon/Newstead?

[Shamui]

Saw this on another thread and thought it would be interesting. Can each person affiliated with an MCDFL club post their top 3 preseason flyers?


Rich/Sherman, I reckon I've got you two pegged so don't bother putting yourselves in:rolleyes:

[Sherman41]

Saw this on another thread and thought it would be interesting. Can each person affiliated with an MCDFL club post their top 3 preseason flyers?


Rich/Sherman, I reckon I've got you two pegged so don't bother putting yourselves in:rolleyes:

ditto to u to shamui....got u worked out.

well as i only been to 1 talbot training session this year is hard for me to comment, but have been participating in the natte trainings at vic park and lake runs earlier so got a rough idea of where ppl are at.

gav webber would have to be the fittest guy at talbot , does a hell of a lot of riding , running and swimming and will be devastating this year of the half back line /midfield IMO.

nathan bond is another one who works very hard on his fitness, and is generally a solid contributor in pre season.

i do know that the ballarat boys have done alot of work and have been for a fair while now, so there fitness base is really good ATM, and are probably alot further ahead than the rest of the pack.

was informed tuesday night that robert ' the great' pollock has lost 20kg as is looking fit and rearing to go in 07. has gone down from 122kg to 102 kg and could be a handy acquisition into the seniour side if he stays fit

[wonker]

I heard that Bushy has pulled out of the night series. What's going on there? They were to do battle with the might of Natte next Tuesday. Probably enough to frighten any side off the park. The word is that Thommo (Maryborough's coach) is trying to put a team together so that Natte can get a hit out.

It would have been encouraging for the Avoca club to have 45 at training on Wed night. (Obviously a credit to the current coaching panel). I am told that the number could easily have been 55+ as some intending players are still tied up with work or summer sports commitments. I don't think Shamui and his brother could make it on Wed night.
Apparently the club held a full scale intra club practice match - no holds barred. There would have been a few sore bodies the next day.

I noticed that Nick and Ash Robinson (not related) have lodged clearances to the Carisbrook club. (something that the King predicted some months ago after having a chat to Nick at the Ballarat races). No doubt the Avoca club will be disappointed that two of its local players will possibly be taking to the field against it this season. The loss could also rob Avoca of that the much needed depth that is needed for a team to be successful. Nick is a past league B &F winner.

I couldn't imagine that Avoca would have any animosity towards the Carisbrook club - as i've stated before - all is fair in love, war and football.

The latest on the ground situation is that four grounds in Avoca, Caribrook, Maldon and Trentham are in very playable condition while the report coming out of Newstead is that its ground is fine except that the surface has no grass and it is as hard as a rock.

I heard a whisper that Avoca could be on the verge of a couple of surprise signings in the near future.
Watch this space!!

On the coaching front, I think that Campbells Creek is still without a coach. Word is that the club held a crisis meeting the other night.

[Sherman41]

wonker u r absolutely right, royal park has pulled out of the maryborough night series, and thommo is looking for another club to face natte, just had phone call from benchy asing me if i was interested in playing tue night against natte, we (talbot) are not definate starters but are trying to put together a reasonable side to challenge natte, and yes thommo has offered the services of some of his seniour players to take the field if we dont have enough numbers.
will confirm later if we are definately taking part, as it will be discussed tonight at training , but we will not be taking in underdone players who have not done the work

[KingRich]

Creek is still without a coach yes so that maybe where this Square player may be headed. Big task out there to get them up and competitive this year I would think but a great personal challenge to take on for whoever does it.

I had a look at Newstead's ground the other day (As I am now in Bendigo quite regularly) and although very patchy the grass that is there is quite green and I would say it is comparable if not better to the same stage at this time of year. Fair to say that Newstead and Talbot are traditionally the hardest grounds in the comp.

Bushy pulled out of the night comp just the other day and Talbot has been approached to fill the void. We will guage interest from players tonight I guess and see if we want to do it. If we did do it I would say we would commit our 12 or so fittest players and Thommo has indicated that he will top up with Burra boys. No good putting players that aren't ready through a match just yet. Fairly ordinary by Bushy to pull out of it with less than a week to go though!

[KingRich]

Saw this on another thread and thought it would be interesting. Can each person affiliated with an MCDFL club post their top 3 preseason flyers?


Rich/Sherman, I reckon I've got you two pegged so don't bother putting yourselves in:rolleyes:

HaHa, perhaps you do!

Our top few flyers at training thus far would be:

Coach Bench: As fit as I have seen him and is flying for his age. Think he will surprise a few this year.

Brad Fleming: Fringe player last year that hasn't missed a session this year and should push for senior selection.

Matt & Nath Bond: Matt in particular is really stepping it up this year and looks to be very keen which is a good sign of hopefully a good year for him. Nath is working his butt off as per usual.

Roger Davies: Has never been a big trainer due to work commitments but has hardly missed a session this year and is enjoying training.

[KingRich]

was informed tuesday night that robert ' the great' pollock has lost 20kg as is looking fit and rearing to go in 07. has gone down from 122kg to 102 kg and could be a handy acquisition into the seniour side if he stays fit

Have spoken to Polly recently and can confirm that he has dropped the weight and is in very good nick. Has been doing a lot of swimming and running and also some pilates can you believe it. Hopefully this will stop him pulling his hammy in the finals again this year as that really cost the 2s in the finals.

Not sure he will play Seniors but could pinch hit in the 1s when we need him if fit. He is very much looking forward to this year.

[wonker]

Where are the Maryborough talent scouts this year king? Usually they are trying to recruit some the district league's rising stars. It's amazing that they haven't approached both Matt and Nathan Bond - both will be stars of the future. Perhaps the Maryborough club has enough of its own rising stars already or maybe they will get a good look at them on Tuesday night.

What's happening at Dunolly? Three clearances were let go on time limit. I know that, in a recent survey, Dunolly came up amongst the top six most disadvantaged places in the state which includes a lack of internet access. Surely someone out their would have the internet connected. I don't think that Avoca could believe its luck when young Jason Hunt was cleared due to time limit - he is a qualty kid and a quality young footballer. On a positive note for Dunolly I hear that Craig 'bucket' Burns could be heading back out there for season 2007.

Also the word is that Dean Graco is about to join his brother Jarrod at Carisbrook. Played with Murribit the last couple of seasons. If Dunolly can't lure back past locals like him it has a huge task in front of it. Deano's girlfriend will be a great asset to the Carisbrook netball club if it can entice her to travel the few km's out the road from the Maryborough netball club.

[Sherman41]

i can confirm that craig ' bucket' burns has signed with dunolly, at quite a price$$$$ i believe too.....

[G-Mo77]

On the coaching front, I think that Campbells Creek is still without a coach. Word is that the club held a crisis meeting the other night.

Apparently there was a back page article on Creek in the Bendigo Advertiser a couple of days ago. I missed it completely, I'll try and get a copy of it somehow and let you guys know.

EDIT: Here it is:

http://bendigo.yourguide.com.au/detail.asp?class=sport&subclass=other&story_id=561059&category=Other

[Don't Argue]

Fairly ordinary by Bushy to pull out of it with less than a week to go though!

That is the exact reason why the night series is a joke. Hardly surprising considering Bushy only started training a fortnight ago.

[Iron Beast]

I heard that Bushy has pulled out of the night series. What's going on there? They were to do battle with the might of Natte next Tuesday. Probably enough to frighten any side off the park. The word is that Thommo (Maryborough's coach) is trying to put a team together so that Natte can get a hit out.

They were going to get raped anyway. I'm sure Natte would prefer the option of a decent hitout against a stronger oposition as the Lexton League will be red hot competition this year.

It would have been encouraging for the Avoca club to have 45 at training on Wed night. (Obviously a credit to the current coaching panel). I am told that the number could easily have been 55+ as some intending players are still tied up with work or summer sports commitments. I don't think Shamui and his brother could make it on Wed night.
Apparently the club held a full scale intra club practice match - no holds barred. There would have been a few sore bodies the next day.

That is a great result and you have done the right thing (so far) by putting Tony on as coach. There would not be a MCDFL with those sorts of numbers.

I couldn't imagine that Avoca would have any animosity towards the Carisbrook club - as i've stated before - all is fair in love, war and football.

Good philosophy.It's not like you would have knocked back Megs if he came back. Would you?

I heard a whisper that Avoca could be on the verge of a couple of surprise signings in the near future.
Watch this space!!

Julian Field? Haha.

On the coaching front, I think that Campbells Creek is still without a coach. Word is that the club held a crisis meeting the other night.

I think they would be suited to Origami this season than football. Very sad.

[Iron Beast]

Where are the Maryborough talent scouts this year king? Usually they are trying to recruit some the district league's rising stars. It's amazing that they haven't approached both Matt and Nathan Bond - both will be stars of the future. Perhaps the Maryborough club has enough of its own rising stars already or maybe they will get a good look at them on Tuesday night.

I dunno about that. Crameri, Clarkson, and Noonan on the move. Kick going to Bungaree, Bucket to Dunolly, a few training with Natte and so on. Maryborough would need to fight to hold on with dear life. They have no money to be recruiting.

What's happening at Dunolly? Three clearances were let go on time limit. I know that, in a recent survey, Dunolly came up amongst the top six most disadvantaged places in the state which includes a lack of internet access. Surely someone out their would have the internet connected. I don't think that Avoca could believe its luck when young Jason Hunt was cleared due to time limit - he is a qualty kid and a quality young footballer. On a positive note for Dunolly I hear that Craig 'bucket' Burns could be heading back out there for season 2007.

They're in big trouble. Not opposing clearances is a little silly.

Also the word is that Dean Graco is about to join his brother Jarrod at Carisbrook. Played with Murribit the last couple of seasons. If Dunolly can't lure back past locals like him it has a huge task in front of it. Deano's girlfriend will be a great asset to the Carisbrook netball club if it can entice her to travel the few km's out the road from the Maryborough netball club.

Dean will add depth. Not quite the standard of player that Jarrod is though. Brook should be very good challengers to Harcourt this season.

[showusya]

Where are the Maryborough talent scouts this year king? Usually they are trying to recruit some the district league's rising stars. It's amazing that they haven't approached both Matt and Nathan Bond - both will be stars of the future. Perhaps the Maryborough club has enough of its own rising stars already or maybe they will get a good look at them on Tuesday night.

What's happening at Dunolly? Three clearances were let go on time limit. I know that, in a recent survey, Dunolly came up amongst the top six most disadvantaged places in the state which includes a lack of internet access. Surely someone out their would have the internet connected. I don't think that Avoca could believe its luck when young Jason Hunt was cleared due to time limit - he is a qualty kid and a quality young footballer. On a positive note for Dunolly I hear that Craig 'bucket' Burns could be heading back out there for season 2007.

Also the word is that Dean Graco is about to join his brother Jarrod at Carisbrook. Played with Murribit the last couple of seasons. If Dunolly can't lure back past locals like him it has a huge task in front of it. Deano's girlfriend will be a great asset to the Carisbrook netball club if it can entice her to travel the few km's out the road from the Maryborough netball club.

Was talking to a bloke on the brook club the other day and he mentioned that Carisbrook were close to signing Marc Cassidy and his wife was thinking about playing netball out there too. Not sure if it is true or not.

[CranktheAnchors]

Where are the Maryborough talent scouts this year king? Usually they are trying to recruit some the district league's rising stars. It's amazing that they haven't approached both Matt and Nathan Bond - both will be stars of the future. Perhaps the Maryborough club has enough of its own rising stars already or maybe they will get a good look at them on Tuesday night.

What's happening at Dunolly? Three clearances were let go on time limit. I know that, in a recent survey, Dunolly came up amongst the top six most disadvantaged places in the state which includes a lack of internet access. Surely someone out their would have the internet connected. I don't think that Avoca could believe its luck when young Jason Hunt was cleared due to time limit - he is a qualty kid and a quality young footballer. On a positive note for Dunolly I hear that Craig 'bucket' Burns could be heading back out there for season 2007.

Also the word is that Dean Graco is about to join his brother Jarrod at Carisbrook. Played with Murribit the last couple of seasons. If Dunolly can't lure back past locals like him it has a huge task in front of it. Deano's girlfriend will be a great asset to the Carisbrook netball club if it can entice her to travel the few km's out the road from the Maryborough netball club.


How long b4 a clearance goes to time limit?

[wonker]

It takes 10 working days. With weekends it is usually about 14 days.

[Obe Wan]

Heard a whisper that Mick Galvin was thinking about going back to the CREEK to help out maybe looking at a coaching role has some alright players with him any truths to this.

[rexmac]

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I noticed that Nick and Ash Robinson (not related) have lodged clearances to the Carisbrook club. (something that the King predicted some months ago after having a chat to Nick at the Ballarat races). No doubt the Avoca club will be disappointed that two of its local players will possibly be taking to the field against it this season. The loss could also rob Avoca of that the much needed depth that is needed for a team to be successful. Nick is a past league B &F winner.

I heard a whisper that Avoca could be on the verge of a couple of surprise signings in the near future.
Watch this space!!



From what I’ve heard, Avoca will be better of without these two Individuals who put themselves before the team and the club.
Allegedly left a trail of destruction behind them in their off field activities which tainted the Bulldogs name.

Avoca is on the right track now with the appointment of Bellenger, he is a great leader who will instill team ethic and a strong culture within the ranks.

45 on the track the other night indicates that Bellenger has the club pointed in the right direction. The fact that NR & AR do not recognise that fact, and are the only clearances out, also indicates that they are individuals and not team players.

Not sure that too many at Avoca will be that disappointed to be playing against them, in fact I would think that they will relish the opportunity and will be eagerly awaiting the game against brook.

In relation to Nick Robinson being a past league B & F.
Not a big feather in the cap going on the standard of MCDFL umpiring. Admittedly, he is a courageous player who gets his hands on the ball regularly, but turns the ball over more often than not and he can’t kick over a jam tin.

The return of Mick Wardlaw will more than replace the loss of both of these players.

Believe me, these two will not be missed!

Interested to hear who these surprise signings are Wonker? Any names?

[KingRich]

Bit harsh Rexy but your entitled to your opinion. Ash is only young but I think Nick has proven his worth over the last couple of seasons. One on their best ball winners IMO.

Talbot will be fielding a side in the night series in place of Royal Park. We will be entering with 15 or so players who are ready to play a game and will be topped up with Burra players. We have made no decision to play the following week and are basically helping out Maryborough so Natte can have a game. We may continue on I dont know.

A couple of 'newys' at Talbot training the other night which should be appearing on the Transfers list this week.

As for Matt & Nath Bond Wonker, both are extremely talented footballers but it would be a tough task to drag them away from Talbot. They are brown and gold through and through! Never miss a training session!

[CranktheAnchors]

Bit harsh Rexy but your entitled to your opinion. Ash is only young but I think Nick has proven his worth over the last couple of seasons. One on their best ball winners IMO.

Talbot will be fielding a side in the night series in place of Royal Park. We will be entering with 15 or so players who are ready to play a game and will be topped up with Burra players. We have made no decision to play the following week and are basically helping out Maryborough so Natte can have a game. We may continue on I dont know.

A couple of 'newys' at Talbot training the other night which should be appearing on the Transfers list this week.

As for Matt & Nath Bond Wonker, both are extremely talented footballers but it would be a tough task to drag them away from Talbot. They are brown and gold through and through! Never miss a training session!

I thought bushy only pulled out of the one game but were gunna be right for the next one. So they have pulled out all together then. What burra players are playing and how strong is the talbot outfit? Challenge Natte?

[Shamui]

From what I’ve heard, Avoca will be better of without these two Individuals who put themselves before the team and the club.
Allegedly left a trail of destruction behind them in their off field activities which tainted the Bulldogs name.

Avoca is on the right track now with the appointment of Bellenger, he is a great leader who will instill team ethic and a strong culture within the ranks.

45 on the track the other night indicates that Bellenger has the club pointed in the right direction. The fact that NR & AR do not recognise that fact, and are the only clearances out, also indicates that they are individuals and not team players.

Not sure that too many at Avoca will be that disappointed to be playing against them, in fact I would think that they will relish the opportunity and will be eagerly awaiting the game against brook.

In relation to Nick Robinson being a past league B & F.
Not a big feather in the cap going on the standard of MCDFL umpiring. Admittedly, he is a courageous player who gets his hands on the ball regularly, but turns the ball over more often than not and he can’t kick over a jam tin.

The return of Mick Wardlaw will more than replace the loss of both of these players.

Believe me, these two will not be missed!

Interested to hear who these surprise signings are Wonker? Any names?

I think you are sadly mistaken mate. Ash and Nick have been great servants to the club for alot of years. Yes they may have been involved in some less than ideal incidents last season, but they will always be held in high esteem at the bulldogs. Both these blokes are hard, corageous footballers and top blokes off the ground

As for the spin you have put on Nick's B&F win...that is just crap. I don't think there would be too many people that wouldn't agree he was a deserving B&F winner....

I agree with your point on Tony Bellenger though, he has bought a new mindset to the club. And I think it will bring some rewards to the club in the not too distant future.

[Sherman41]

I thought bushy only pulled out of the one game but were gunna be right for the next one. So they have pulled out all together then. What burra players are playing and how strong is the talbot outfit? Challenge Natte?

well speaking to fordy on the weekend at cricket, he said that bushy only started training 2 weeks ago, so that is why they had to pull out, and i believe that is for the while tournament.

not sure on what burra players will be helping out but was under the impression there would be some decent players included, as we are doing them a big favour at short notice. the talbot outfit will be ok, but not a star studded line up, only players fit enough are playing,natte should account for us i beleive but we will give them a solid hit out

[KingRich]

I'd be surprised if we got near Natte to be honest. They will be fitter and classier but as Sherman said we will give them a solid hitout and it will only benefit our players. We didn't enter the night series because we are nowhere near ready to play ourselves but are prepared to jump in and help out!

[KingRich]

Danny Whitnalls clearance has been put in to come to Talbot. I cant say I have seen him play since he was a junior. Can someone tell me how his footy goes these days?

[Black&WhiteArmy]

Danny Whitnalls clearance has been put in to come to Talbot. I cant say I have seen him play since he was a junior. Can someone tell me how his footy goes these days?

Been behind with the local news of late guys. Touring round the country now with the missus now so am relying on bigfooty to keep me up to date with all the footy news. Sounds like there’s a fair bit going on too!!!
Very disappointed to read here the forecasted decline of Rovers and the MFC. What has brought this on? M/B with the loss of a few very good players will hurt but from what I had seen the last couple of years I thought Tommo was definitely steering the team & the club in the right direction with plenty of really good young players.
Very disappointed also to hear of a few boys leaving Rovers. What’s the reasoning behind this? Once again I thought O’sh had everyone’s respect & had the boys pulling in the one direction. Can anyone tell me what’s gone on?
Danny Whitnal has turned into a reasonable footballer & I believe could hold down a spot. He’s actually quite a good size now & not a little bloke like he used to be. He’s actually deceivingly tall. I’ve seen quite a bit of him the last few years since he played at Rovers & he really surprised me at times.
Sounds like from what I’ve read that Avoca, Brook & Talbot are all on the improve this year. I’ve said all along that Avoca are too good a club to just plod along & that it wouldn’t take much too turn them into a powerhouse again. All three teams sound like they could challenge Harcourt if Harcourt has really lost as many as have been mentioned.
Not much news on here from inside the Brook & Rovers camps apart from recruits. All news would be most welcome….
King & Sherman, if Webber is as fit as you say, then watch out every other club!!! He could be an early B&F favourite. A very good player.
Keep up the good work with all the latest news & rumors!!!

[KingRich]

Been behind with the local news of late guys. Touring round the country now with the missus now so am relying on bigfooty to keep me up to date with all the footy news. Sounds like there’s a fair bit going on too!!!
Very disappointed to read here the forecasted decline of Rovers and the MFC. What has brought this on? M/B with the loss of a few very good players will hurt but from what I had seen the last couple of years I thought Tommo was definitely steering the team & the club in the right direction with plenty of really good young players.
Very disappointed also to hear of a few boys leaving Rovers. What’s the reasoning behind this? Once again I thought O’sh had everyone’s respect & had the boys pulling in the one direction. Can anyone tell me what’s gone on?
Danny Whitnal has turned into a reasonable footballer & I believe could hold down a spot. He’s actually quite a good size now & not a little bloke like he used to be. He’s actually deceivingly tall. I’ve seen quite a bit of him the last few years since he played at Rovers & he really surprised me at times.
Sounds like from what I’ve read that Avoca, Brook & Talbot are all on the improve this year. I’ve said all along that Avoca are too good a club to just plod along & that it wouldn’t take much too turn them into a powerhouse again. All three teams sound like they could challenge Harcourt if Harcourt has really lost as many as have been mentioned.
Not much news on here from inside the Brook & Rovers camps apart from recruits. All news would be most welcome….
King & Sherman, if Webber is as fit as you say, then watch out every other club!!! He could be an early B&F favourite. A very good player.
Keep up the good work with all the latest news & rumors!!!

Webber is exceptionally fit mate! Has lost a lot of weight, perhaps too much.... He should still hit pretty hard and will now be able to run all day. I expect he will push into the midfield as well as the backline this year. Had a knee reco at the end of 05 and played the last 3 games last year and is now fully fit and ready to go. Will be our best recruit.

[KingRich]

There seems to be a bit of talk on the Ballarat FL thread that Julian Field has not committed to Redan as yet. The general consensus is he will head back to Avoca at some stage but may play one more year with Redan.

Avoca Boys, is there something lurking in the mist there for you boys?? Understandably you would be keeping it very quiet but a little speculation never heard Big Footy!

[Shamui]

There seems to be a bit of talk on the Ballarat FL thread that Julian Field has not committed to Redan as yet. The general consensus is he will head back to Avoca at some stage but may play one more year with Redan.

Avoca Boys, is there something lurking in the mist there for you boys?? Understandably you would be keeping it very quiet but a little speculation never heard Big Footy!

Ran into Jules on Friday night at one of the Rat's quality establishments. He was out with a few of the Redan boys running amok. Anyway, from what I could gather ( or remember) he gave every indication he would remain with Redan for a least this season. But alot can change over a few weeks....I'll leave it at that. Anything you want add Wonker?

[BillyBobby]

Princes Park has got waste water back and running, saw the sprinklers on tonight so it will green up in no time and will be nice to play on in the night series starting tomorrow night!

[KingRich]

Princes Park has got waste water back and running, saw the sprinklers on tonight so it will green up in no time and will be nice to play on in the night series starting tomorrow night!

Good to hear Billy Bobby!

[BillyBobby]

Good to hear Billy Bobby!
Hey mate, what sort of team are Talbot going to produce tomorrow night? A lot of kids? This was probably talked about in this tread earlier but I didn't read it.

[KingRich]

Hey mate, what sort of team are Talbot going to produce tomorrow night? A lot of kids? This was probably talked about in this tread earlier but I didn't read it.

It will be a fairly young side with most of the older guys being rested but we think it will be competitive. Still a few older guys are turning out.

[wonker]

Ran into Jules on Friday night at one of the Rat's quality establishments. He was out with a few of the Redan boys running amok. Anyway, from what I could gather ( or remember) he gave every indication he would remain with Redan for a least this season. But alot can change over a few weeks....I'll leave it at that. Anything you want add Wonker?

Julian Field will definately be playing with Redan this season and rightly so. He is still a very capable player at major league level. Even though Jules achieved most of the things many of us only dream about, he believes that he still owes Redan another year. Sure the Avoca club asked the question but Jules indicated right from the start that his intention was to stay at Redan for season 2007. At no stage did he give the club false hopes or lead them on as far as lining up for his old club this season.
Julian is a quality person who plays top quality football and he will know when the time is right to return home.

On the surprise recruits Shamui the first of them signed with the club last night. His name is Travis Ross. Wouldn't it be wonderful if the other half of the surprise signed as well. As I stated previously Shamui - watch this space.

On top of the surprise recruits I spoke of earlier there could be an even bigger surprise recruit that may find a home at Avoca this season - and no it's not Jumping Jimmy 'The Ghost' Jess.

They tell me that you really shone at training the other night Shamui. It must have been the sight of the soccer ball that was inter-mingled with the footballs. Tell your brother that the club is about to break out the soccer ball and that might exicte him a lttle also.

[thirsty]

Was talking to a bloke on the brook club the other day and he mentioned that Carisbrook were close to signing Marc Cassidy and his wife was thinking about playing netball out there too. Not sure if it is true or not.


Unlikely story Showusya. Both have been sighted at Maryborough trainings lately.

[KingRich]

Does anyone know who else is playing in the night series tonight? Do many people attend? I haven't been in quite a few years.

[Jock Clark 2]

RICH ... according to Addy (the Bgo variety not the Maryboro one) tonite's other game sees Maryboro reserves vs. Daylesford reserves.
A second division clash in the Princes Park series under lights.

[Sherman41]

well last night saw talbot with the help of some borough boys take on natte in the night series and i must say it was a pretty good hit out for the talbot boys considering there limited preperation. took us a little while to get into the game as natte overrun early with 3 quick goals, but once we settled down we were able to get getting and stop there run.

it was pretty obvious that natte were far more polished than us and that is what got them over the line by 3 goals.

wish them all the best for the remainder of the series

[Iron Beast]

well last night saw talbot with the help of some borough boys take on natte in the night series and i must say it was a pretty good hit out for the talbot boys considering there limited preperation. took us a little while to get into the game as natte overrun early with 3 quick goals, but once we settled down we were able to get getting and stop there run.

it was pretty obvious that natte were far more polished than us and that is what got them over the line by 3 goals.

wish them all the best for the remainder of the series

Who were the better players for both teams?

[KingRich]

Was a good hitout and thanks must go to Michael Jennings, Cam Skinner, Wayne Tucker and Mick Noonan for filling in for us at short notice. Always a big task to fit into a new side and all played well.

Talbot with about 8 regular senior players missing and very much underdone did not disgrace themselves and tried hard all night. A lack of height, especially up forward, hurt us and we missed some easy goals that would have had us in the hunt. All players were very rusty which is to be expected!

Natte also had a few out but I think they would have been slightly disappointed with how they went. Skills let them down at times and many promising build ups were hampered by the Talbot backline, none better than Nathan Bond at fullback who had a great game.

Daylesford 2s were on top when I left close to half time in the second game over Maryborough 2s but Maryborough had a very young side in.

[KingRich]

Who were the better players for both teams?

Talbot: Nath Bond, Matt Smith, Drew Bartram, Mick Jennings, Glen WIlls, Mick Noonan, Rob Ward

Natte: Tough as I dont know them all: Jimmy McNamee was good, cant think of too many other real standouts, they all had a reasonable hitout and were good in parts. Forward line probably Nattes biggest concern at this stage.

[Thoroughbred]

Talbot: Nath Bond, Matt Smith, Drew Bartram, Mick Jennings, Glen WIlls, Mick Noonan, Rob Ward

Natte: Tough as I dont know them all: Jimmy McNamee was good, cant think of too many other real standouts, they all had a reasonable hitout and were good in parts. Forward line probably Nattes biggest concern at this stage.

I went and had a look. It was what you would expect from a first hitout for both teams.

Natte: S. Ross, #19 (No idea his name), A Ross, J McNamee, and M McNamee (Good job on Bux)

Talbot: Bond #22, Mick Noonan, Glen Wills, #43, and Skinner was good in defence.

I think Natte will sort it's forward line out with J-Mac making his way down. They were short a few of their on ball brigade which probably took him away from his spot.

Good game though.

Talbot will be a force in our league this year.

[KingRich]

Maybe I am a tight bustard but $7 to get into that night series is ridiculous. You see 2 games of shortened footy and the second game was 2 seconds sides.

To have to pay $7 as a player was a bit rich I thought.

[Iron Beast]

Maybe I am a tight bustard but $7 to get into that night series is ridiculous. You see 2 games of shortened footy and the second game was 2 seconds sides.

To have to pay $7 as a player was a bit rich I thought.

Total rip. Typical MFC trying to make some cash. $5 would be reasonable.

[Don't Argue]

Who was missing from Natte? Did big Jonesy play?


From last years team that will play this year...
Shane Jardine, Jeremy Robinson, Jamie Andrews, and Clint Ross.

New inclusions who didn't play...
Wenden Robinson, and 4 guys we can't really name yet.

Last night wasn't a great indication for either team as the 24 that took to the park were probably a long way off the teams we will both field for 2007.

Good hit out though.

[KingRich]

From last years team that will play this year...
Shane Jardine, Jeremy Robinson, Jamie Andrews, and Clint Ross.

New inclusions who didn't play...
Wenden Robinson, and 4 guys we can't really name yet.

Last night wasn't a great indication for either team as the 24 that took to the park were probably a long way off the teams we will both field for 2007.

Good hit out though.

Yeah I agree Dont Argue. After speaking to a few Talbot boys today we were able to name about 15 players who could of been in that side last night who are senior standard players and you guys are close to the same amount. We were a very young side and that game would have benefited them immensely.

To be honest IMO I would have liked to see James play closer to goal. I thought a lot of his good work was wasted at times and I think his possessions would count for more if he was kicking more goals. Just my opinion. Only a praccy match though!

[KingRich]

Total rip. Typical MFC trying to make some cash. $5 would be reasonable.

$4-5 would have been fine. We were a bit peeved coz we were doing them a favour by filling in for Bushy and it cost that much to get in. I think if the price was a bit lower they would get more there although the teams playing last night were not really big crowd pullers. Talbot and Natte had a reasonable following there.

[thirsty]

$4-5 would have been fine. We were a bit peeved coz we were doing them a favour by filling in for Bushy and it cost that much to get in. I think if the price was a bit lower they would get more there although the teams playing last night were not really big crowd pullers. Talbot and Natte had a reasonable following there.

I think the reason they charge $7 dollars is because they don't charge enrty fee for the teams into the comp. The gate fee is suppose to cover that.

[KingRich]

I think the reason they charge $7 dollars is because they don't charge enrty fee for the teams into the comp. The gate fee is suppose to cover that.

Yeah they have to make money somehow. Whats the prize for first?? Perhaps they could have a small team entry fee and drop the price to 4-5 bucks to encourage more to come through the gate.

[SiMoSaYs]

If it was $5 it would encourage more people to pay and watch and you would get more money overall anyway

Simo

[StanTsaikos]

Can anyone let me know if BIG Stewie Egan is pulling on the boots inthis league again-heard he has an interest in the Inglewood Pub and mite be having a run there??

[KingRich]

As far as I know Egan has left Bushy and has an interest in the Inglewood pub. There are reports he may find his way back to St Arnaud in the North Central League where he has played previously.

[Sherman41]

wonker/samhui was wondering if u could shed some light on some of your new recruits out avoca, seems to be a fair influx of players coming your way.........

maldon although they have picked up a fair few players they also seem to be losing a couple aswell, will be interesting to see how they fair.

in regards to trentham i have been informed by a mate that they could be a darkhorse this season, as alot and i for 1 have assumed they have recruited a fair few younger ones, but he has informed me that they have recuited a few older ones aswell to balance it out, and some of them can play the game, he informed me of one recruit who played TAC cup and state footy, so will be interesting to see hwo that pans out!!!!!!, that would be a massive turn-around for those guys to make finals

[KingRich]

wonker/samhui was wondering if u could shed some light on some of your new recruits out avoca, seems to be a fair influx of players coming your way.........

maldon although they have picked up a fair few players they also seem to be losing a couple aswell, will be interesting to see how they fair.

in regards to trentham i have been informed by a mate that they could be a darkhorse this season, as alot and i for 1 have assumed they have recruited a fair few younger ones, but he has informed me that they have recuited a few older ones aswell to balance it out, and some of them can play the game, he informed me of one recruit who played TAC cup and state footy, so will be interesting to see hwo that pans out!!!!!!, that would be a massive turn-around for those guys to make finals

They will be competitive no doubt and would be an outside chance of playing finals. I just think that it will be tough for them to play consistently good footy this year with all new players. Will take them time to gel, perhaps even longer than this year.

I heard last night that Newstead may be in trouble with a lack of numbers. Can anyone elaborate on that?

[Sherman41]

They will be competitive no doubt and would be an outside chance of playing finals. I just think that it will be tough for them to play consistently good footy this year with all new players. Will take them time to gel, perhaps even longer than this year.

I heard last night that Newstead may be in trouble with a lack of numbers. Can anyone elaborate on that?

trentham commitee would be hoping they gel sooner rather than later IMO, as i cant imagine the recruits they have gained being long time servants of the club, as they do not have a lot of locals playing there. another poor year for them could see them in the same boat next year, as it would be difficult to afford a new board bunch of players like this season one would persume.

newstead in trouble hey thats seems alittle suprising, noticed they have a few clearnaces in but there is no indication of anyone going????, though big olly would be able to attract a few to the club.....

[KingRich]

trentham commitee would be hoping they gel sooner rather than later IMO, as i cant imagine the recruits they have gained being long time servants of the club, as they do not have a lot of locals playing there. another poor year for them could see them in the same boat next year, as it would be difficult to afford a new board bunch of players like this season one would persume.

newstead in trouble hey thats seems alittle suprising, noticed they have a few clearnaces in but there is no indication of anyone going????, though big olly would be able to attract a few to the club.....

Hopefully by bringing in these recruits Trentham can get back some of their locals. THat would be the plan I'd imagine. I think they are doing the right thing and the only thing they could have done to keep the club alive and that is to open the wallet.

[Iron Beast]

On the surprise recruits Shamui the first of them signed with the club last night. His name is Travis Ross. Wouldn't it be wonderful if the other half of the surprise signed as well. As I stated previously Shamui - watch this space.


Surprise recruit? I've played on the boy and he was a good footballer. But that was many KG's ago. Has he made it to the track yet?

Who's the other half? Clint? I'd have to call a bull$hit on that one. The only reason either of those 2 would leave Natte for Avoca is for softer training, the guarantee of a game, more likely to get a kick and some cash.

I wish him all the best but if you're banking on him being the player he was at Borough, you've got another thing coming.

[KingRich]

Someone mentioned to me at training the other night that Newstead is also struggling for numbers. They dont seem to have many clearances going out yet. Seems that many clubs, particularly out Bendigo way are struggling a little bit.

Anyone know how Rovers went in the night comp the other night?

[gerta]

Someone mentioned to me at training the other night that Newstead is also struggling for numbers. They dont seem to have many clearances going out yet. Seems that many clubs, particularly out Bendigo way are struggling a little bit.

Anyone know how Rovers went in the night comp the other night?

They went down by 8 points i think..

[KingRich]

They went down by 8 points i think..

Did Rovers play well and were Bears-Lagoon no good??? Was under the impression that Rovers may be a fair bit weaker this year.

[zakster]

kr and boys: mate travelling over to the Botters town this sunday for the monthly market .... great fruit and veges he sez
will get him to chek out the ground and the caravan park troops, and will file a report monday after i speak to him
usually they do a bit of a round trip thru newsted so be interesting to c and hear what that ground looks like maybe he'll do the brookers oval too

[gerta]

Did Rovers play well and were Bears-Lagoon no good??? Was under the impression that Rovers may be a fair bit weaker this year.

Rovers went down by 8 points KingRich.. Serp up by about 4 goals going into the last quarter, with Rovers kicking with the breeze. Rovers ended up kicking a couple of goals to get within 14 points and then got another one without the ball going back to the centre to bring them to 8 points... Rovers did kick poorly, if they had have kicked straight would have been a lot closer.

[KingRich]

Rovers went down by 8 points KingRich.. Serp up by about 4 goals going into the last quarter, with Rovers kicking with the breeze. Rovers ended up kicking a couple of goals to get within 14 points and then got another one without the ball going back to the centre to bring them to 8 points... Rovers did kick poorly, if they had have kicked straight would have been a lot closer.

Who played well for Rovers?? Did they have any 'ring-ins' in their side?

[gerta]

Who played well for Rovers?? Did they have any 'ring-ins' in their side?

Honestly couldn't tell you KingRich as i wouldn't know.. They did appear to be a fairly young side

[wonker]

Who played well for Rovers?? Did they have any 'ring-ins' in their side?

The only ones that I noticed were Lee Hoober (Mborough) and Karl Lawrence (Natte). Travaille played at full forward, Pollard played in the centre and Trotter in the ruck. Fraser played quite well. Didn't see too much of their up and coming U17's players. Remember that last year's Rovers U17's were Just a tiny bit off being premiers. There must be some pretty good kids in their ranks that may shine this season. With O'Shea as coach, they have got the right bloke to bring the best out of these kids. Didn't see Elliott take the field.

[KingRich]

The only ones that I noticed were Lee Hoober (Mborough) and Karl Lawrence (Natte). Travaille played at full forward, Pollard played in the centre and Trotter in the ruck. Fraser played quite well. Didn't see too much of their up and coming U17's players. Remember that last year's Rovers U17's were Just a tiny bit off being premiers. There must be some pretty good kids in their ranks that may shine this season. With O'Shea as coach, they have got the right bloke to bring the best out of these kids. Didn't see Elliott take the field.

Interesting that Travaille and Pollard were playing. Obviously they are going to continue with Rovers after it was reported they were leaving. Rovers may still be a finals side but with the losses they have already taken you wouldn't think they could be a force unless they can snag a couple of big recruits before the start of the season. Its good to see that they have hung on to a few of their players. Be interesting to see how they front up come round 1.

How did Hooper go? Cant say I have seen him play but a few people have said he wont be a major pickup for them

[KingRich]

Talbot should have another clearance go in tomorrow. Another 'out of town' player who most wont be farmiliar with.

[bloodhound!]

Charlie Thompson will join Xavier at Marong. The connection out there is one of their close mates from school days at CCB

Spoke with Harcourt coach Daniel Smith over the weekend and he has said that they havnt really lost anyone else at this stage except maybe ryan everett who's work commitments may keep him away from full time football. He said they are working on a couple of recruits but the main aim is to retain as much of the playing list as possible.

[KingRich]

Charlie Thompson will join Xavier at Marong. The connection out there is one of their close mates from school days at CCB

Spoke with Harcourt coach Daniel Smith over the weekend and he has said that they havnt really lost anyone else at this stage except maybe ryan everett who's work commitments may keep him away from full time football. He said they are working on a couple of recruits but the main aim is to retain as much of the playing list as possible.

If they lose the Thompsons and keep the rest they will still be a formidable outfit. No doubt they will still pick up the odd handy player. Thanks for that Bloodhound.

[showusya]

If they lose the Thompsons and keep the rest they will still be a formidable outfit. No doubt they will still pick up the odd handy player. Thanks for that Bloodhound.

Brook are stoked with the pick ups of the Robinsons and a bloke from Kerang who is suppose to be a gun. They are still confident of getting Cass and Carmo back and believe they will have the side to beat Harcourt. Brook training very hard already.

[KingRich]

Brook are stoked with the pick ups of the Robinsons and a bloke from Kerang who is suppose to be a gun. They are still confident of getting Cass and Carmo back and believe they will have the side to beat Harcourt. Brook training very hard already.

Bloke from Kerang is Luke Treacy.... What sort of player is he? 2 Robbo's, particularly Nick, will be very valuable for the brook.
Are Cassidy and Carmody a chance?? They need a ruckman, particularly now Megs has gone as well. Kicking goals could be the Brooks achilles heal this season.

Its shaping up as a good competitive year I would think with a number of sides pushing for top 5 spots and hopefully 1-2 teams with a side that can challenge Harcourt.

[showusya]

Bloke from Kerang is Luke Treacy.... What sort of player is he? 2 Robbo's, particularly Nick, will be very valuable for the brook.
Are Cassidy and Carmody a chance?? They need a ruckman, particularly now Megs has gone as well. Kicking goals could be the Brooks achilles heal this season.

Its shaping up as a good competitive year I would think with a number of sides pushing for top 5 spots and hopefully 1-2 teams with a side that can challenge Harcourt.

Haven't spoke to Cass or Carmo myself but judging from Cass cricket and training at maryborough he must have finally recovered from that ankle injury so he would be handy out of the goal square and Carmo hasn't been training yet so not sure how his back is but he would definitly fill the ruck void.

[KingRich]

Was speaking to a couple of Bushy boys about some of their new recruits for this season. Apparently most should play seniors but there are no stars amongst them. They seem to be quietly building their side up without losing too many so may be in the realms of the top 5 again this year.

[KingRich]

There is a league meeting on tonight and one topic of discussion will be if the league is required to put back the season at all. Interesting to see what develops out of that. The league should have at least half of the grounds up and running so although it wont be ideal, the season should go ahead as scheduled.

[KingRich]

How much money do we reckon Trentham are splashing around?? They have at least 15-20 new players according to the clearance list and they appear to be coming from all over the shop. Be great if there was anyone with an affiliation to Trentham out there that could fill us in on how they are looking! Some people are saying they could be top 5 but i would seriously find that hard to believe, what a fantastic footy story though if this turns out to be the case!

[KingRich]

How much money do we reckon Trentham are splashing around?? They have at least 15-20 new players according to the clearance list and they appear to be coming from all over the shop. Be great if there was anyone with an affiliation to Trentham out there that could fill us in on how they are looking! Some people are saying they could be top 5 but i would seriously find that hard to believe, what a fantastic footy story though if this turns out to be the case!

I'm answering my own questions now! Spoke to a guy this arvo who is in the know at Trentham and he says that all but 3-4 players they have picked up are senior players and they have tried to target only senior players. They are quietly confident of making big improvement this year. They are training at Trentham and in Ballarat and are getting good numbers to both.

[wonker]

[quote=KingRich;6930528]Bloke from Kerang is Luke Treacy.... What sort of player is he?


Pretty handy player, fringe player in Kerang's senior runner up side to premiers Balranald last season. Would be about 6' but plays taller. Kicked 90+ goals with the U17's a couple of years ago in a side that was very dominant. Is best suited up forward, is a little one dimensional but should provide a good target. Apparently a good bloke too. The word is - pencil him in for 40+ if he plays deep forward.

A decision was made at last night's delegates meeting to start the season three weeks later if significant rain doesn't fall in the next fortnight. The idea is to start the season three weeks later using the current draw and drop off the last three games at the end of the season. The dates for finals will stay the same.

[Artline]

Is the season starting on time? Whats the go? Looks like the North Central are starting on time which is good news for me :) How is Dom Lloyd going down at Avoca?

[KingRich]

[quote=KingRich;6930528]Bloke from Kerang is Luke Treacy.... What sort of player is he?


Pretty handy player, fringe player in Kerang's senior runner up side to premiers Balranald last season. Would be about 6' but plays taller. Kicked 90+ goals with the U17's a couple of years ago in a side that was very dominant. Is best suited up forward, is a little one dimensional but should provide a good target. Apparently a good bloke too. The word is - pencil him in for 40+ if he plays deep forward.

A decision was made at last night's delegates meeting to start the season three weeks later if significant rain doesn't fall in the next fortnight. The idea is to start the season three weeks later using the current draw and drop off the last three games at the end of the season. The dates for finals will stay the same.

There is a lot of grey area still there Wonker. The delegates aren't going to reconvene to decide this so its gonna come down to someones decision. It wouldn't surprise me if the season starts on time anyway. With some rain and a bit of effort most grounds should be ready to go. I know Talbot are going to have a crack in the next 2 weeks if we can to get the groundup. Having played on one of the worst ovals in the comp for many years I feel we are all getting a bit precious. Talbot is no worse than any other year.