RDFL Thread 2007

[footyfever]

Have heared that some clubs are paying under 18 players, is this true or a lie.

[Thats_Special]

Have heared that some clubs are paying under 18 players, is this true or a lie.
Would find this a little hard to believe..

[burger5]

hi burger, i'm not sure how you would know me, but if you do, you should clue me in on who you are. i'm not from the area, and closest i've played in the past is bendigo.

Well I thought i spoke to you last night but you must be someone else with that stupid discoduck tape

[Sunqvist]

Re: RDFL Thread 2007
Quote:
Originally Posted by Thats_Special http://www.bigfooty.com/forum/images/buttons/viewpost.gif (http://www.bigfooty.com/forum/showthread.php?p=6707038#post6707038)
Tougher than Azza Christianson?????

Yes. Even tougher than Dean Helmers????:)

I agree D.Sipthorpe is one hard man. sure these others are 'tough' sort of players in the league but he will be almost unstoppable. Have only seen him play 5 or so times, those were impressive enough. Also spoken to players that played with him and they say he is a gun.

[vantheman32]

i also heard little rumour that perhaps romsey are payin under 18s?

[Halffullonfence]

I was speaking to Nic Dyer the other day and Romsey have about 35 Under-18s so there will be a few missing out up the road, maybe those who want more opportunities could come to Tigerland.[/quote]

i also heard little rumour that perhaps romsey are payin under 18s?

Now Nics 35+ under -18s starting to make a little sense disappointing if you are right Van.

[bearsboy]

i also heard little rumour that perhaps romsey are payin under 18s?My nephew play's u16s for a Riddell league club, he was contacted last night from a club outside the RDJFL they told him they would pay his fee's buy him boot's ,sock's ,shorts, jumper and a tracky . Close 2 a few hundred bucks worth i guess . He's only an average footballer by no means a star . I know it's not the same as being paid , but not far off it and it is u16s. This maybe standard practice these day's , i dont know .

[Thats_Special]

My nephew play's u16s for a Riddell league club, he was contacted last night from a club outside the RDJFL they told him they would pay his fee's buy him boot's ,sock's ,shorts, jumper and a tracky . Close 2 a few hundred bucks worth i guess . He's only an average footballer by no means a star . I know it's not the same as being paid , but not far off it and it is u16s. This maybe standard practice these day's , i dont know .

Its actually against the rules of junior competitions I believe, if it is happening in Under 16's the club can be booted from the comp... Anyone can correct me if I am wrong, this is only a belief that I held...

[Thats_Special]

i also heard little rumour that perhaps romsey are payin under 18s?


Disgrace if this true...

[blues12]

I can guarantee that in the eastern league, clubs are offering fees, shorts, socks,jumpers, and top of the line boots for juniors to come across to other clubs. This is not a silly idea if a kid could be capable of making the top level, but it is still not acceptable, some clubs struggle to feild juniors let alone have their kids poached. It would definetly be a shame if this has come closer to home.

The only time i can see that paying 18s may be acceptable, is for a senior club that has no juniors and requires an under 18s. To me that is survival.

[weekend warrior]

you'd hope clubs wouldnt be paying junior players, teaches the young kids the wrong values about country footy.

bumped into a buff looking David Patterson today, really has enlarged those biceps of his. Seems as if he may of hit the juice.

[jockstrap jim]

you'd hope clubs wouldnt be paying junior players, teaches the young kids the wrong values about country footy.

bumped into a buff looking David Patterson today, really has enlarged those biceps of his. Seems as if he may of hit the juice.
Please tell me that's not David Patterson from woodend!!!!

[burger5]

Darrell Green may be on his way back to Kilmore. Guys from the club may remember him. Coached a few years ago.

[footballtragic]

Rumor has it that the RDFL have appointed the new GM. Announcement expected early next week. Is some-one with elite sport management experience. Should be a good assest to the league, An ex Junior RDFL player returning home to make the RDFL a force to be reconed with.

[goblues09]

Darrell Green may be on his way back to Kilmore. Guys from the club may remember him. Coached a few years ago.

lol got a drunken phone call of the old fella and bev a few months back - he was tellin me to go down to diggers!! should be fun to have around as i wasn't playin when he was last here! lol so no chance of B Green joining him up here.......

[footyfever]

also heared that few kids from sunbury kangaroos under 18's are getting pai is this true.

[BrownDog2]

Rumor has it that the RDFL have appointed the new GM. Announcement expected early next week. Is some-one with elite sport management experience. Should be a good assest to the league, An ex Junior RDFL player returning home to make the RDFL a force to be reconed with.

he was the football manager for East Perth last year, moving back to Melton for family reasons. Was probably over the line before his interview.

[Thats_Special]

also heared that few kids from sunbury kangaroos under 18's are getting pai is this true.

Idiot

[Blueboy16]

he was the football manager for East Perth last year, moving back to Melton for family reasons. Was probably over the line before his interview.

I broke this many weeks ago. :) You moving in on my lead BrownDog2?
If he has a mind anything like his brother then he will well and truely bring the RDFL back to a force.......

[Thats_Special]

I broke this many weeks ago. :) You moving in on my lead BrownDog2?
If he has a mind anything like his brother then he will well and truely bring the RDFL back to a force.......
The RDFL was already heading in the right direction to becoming a force... Hopefully this guy can finish the job...
All we dont want to see is what is happening over in the Diamond Valley League at the moment... The league in big big trouble over there....

[Blueboy16]

I have it from a good source Scott McCartney ex WAFL Football Manager has applied for the job. Would be the front runner with his experience

Just for the record BrownDog2!!!!!! :D :D

[kangakid]

also heared that few kids from sunbury kangaroos under 18's are getting pai is this true.

possibly the worst rumor going around, none of us boys gettin payed, we playin caus we love the game, and most importantly the friendship

[blues12]

also heared that few kids from sunbury kangaroos under 18's are getting pai is this true.

Heard, heard, heard, thats all you ever do, every post you make is all hear say and wrong the first one being last september. I hear alot of things about your red and blue but if i think it's crap i dont post it.

If an under 18 plays seniors and is in the best he may receive an incentive, good luck to a kid havin a go.

[jimmymaher]

I broke this many weeks ago. :) You moving in on my lead BrownDog2?
If he has a mind anything like his brother then he will well and truely bring the RDFL back to a force.......


does he have a name

[chumpy]

Lee (help yourself)James has just been caught with his hand in the till at riddle footy club and been shown the door... Malwala here we come.....Riddle-wooden spoon...

[burger5]

lol got a drunken phone call of the old fella and bev a few months back - he was tellin me to go down to diggers!! should be fun to have around as i wasn't playin when he was last here! lol so no chance of B Green joining him up here.......

Quite happy where I am thanks mate. Apparently he goes alright on the piss like you duffy. haha

[Damien]

A club i follow in DVFL, i follow a couple, played Parkside couple of years back. At the time they had a CHB who literally stopped the ball from enetering their backhalf on his own. When i went to watch a game that Parkside was in this year, no sorry last year, i was told he went home. I think they said home was Woodend? Not sure of his first name, but they called hime 'Wanga'. He was of asian desent. Do i have the correct league, and if so who is he playing for and how has he been performing in the leauge? Does he carve it up like he did on that day i saw him play?

[Blueboy16]

A club i follow in DVFL, i follow a couple, played Parkside couple of years back. At the time they had a CHB who literally stopped the ball from enetering their backhalf on his own. When i went to watch a game that Parkside was in this year, no sorry last year, i was told he went home. I think they said home was Woodend? Not sure of his first name, but they called hime 'Wanga'. He was of asian desent. Do i have the correct league, and if so who is he playing for and how has he been performing in the leauge? Does he carve it up like he did on that day i saw him play?

Kar Wang Ng is from Woodend and would be in the top 30 in the League...... Great Defender.

[bearsboy]

Lee (help yourself)James has just been caught with his hand in the till at riddle footy club and been shown the door... Malwala here we come.....Riddle-wooden spoon...You weak gutted pri c k !!! Surely morons like this should be banned from Big Footy for posting such absolute crap.

[scoot]

Lee (help yourself)James has just been caught with his hand in the till at riddle footy club and been shown the door... Malwala here we come.....Riddle-wooden spoon...
What a load of crap.Lee James would be welcome back at Riddell anytime.Yes he was on good money but delivered everytime .Did not miss training,was at every function worth every cent.Chumpy who ever you are stop talking ******** and keep of this thread.

[bearsboy]

What a load of crap.Lee James would be welcome back at Riddell anytime.Yes he was on good money but delivered everytime .Did not miss training,was at every function worth every cent.Chumpy who ever you are stop talking ******** and keep of this thread.Hey Scoot give us the name's of some of your new recruit's . Did you hang on to up and coming star Luke(boonga) Mckaskill ? I heard Gisborne were chasing him pretty hard .

[bearsboy]

What a load of crap.Lee James would be welcome back at Riddell anytime.Yes he was on good money but delivered everytime .Did not miss training,was at every function worth every cent.Chumpy who ever you are stop talking ******** and keep of this thread.Scoot, can you confirm or deny the rumour Slugga's staying at Riddell ?

[chumpy]

Scoot, can you confirm or deny the rumour Slugga's staying at Riddell ?
He has gone... But dont shoot the messenger i heard from the horses mouth. He said he never liked the club anyway.. Sorry

[Thats_Special]

He has gone... But dont shoot the messenger i heard from the horses mouth. He said he never liked the club anyway.. Sorry
So you talk face to face with the guy and then come on here and accuse him of stealing??? Im sure he's a real good mate of yours....

[SLUGGA1]

He has gone... But dont shoot the messenger i heard from the horses mouth. He said he never liked the club anyway.. Sorry
F U C K off idiot.

[Mongrel]

He has gone... But dont shoot the messenger i heard from the horses mouth. He said he never liked the club anyway.. Sorry

yeah im sure he hated the club u ********wit

[billylid]

yeah im sure he hated the club u ********wit

what is it with this thread and great players who have the last name james that they have to put up with such rubbish written about them , whos next Steve James of the kangaroos. Im sure all the guys who have such crap written about them its like water of a ducks back

[Thats_Special]

F U C K off idiot.

Could not have been put better slugga....

[OMNIPOTENT_1]

Lee (help yourself)James has just been caught with his hand in the till at riddle footy club and been shown the door... Malwala here we come.....Riddle-wooden spoon...

This is a prime example everyone of what the unbridled use of drugs & alcohol can have on ones brain !

Whilst harmless player rumours can be intrigueing, this sort of defamatory libel is dangerous & malicious in the extreme !

Why someone would take the time to so viciously malign one of the R.D.F.L.s absolute great players is beyond me, and I think we should endeavour, by whatever means possible to identify and thus prevent this idiot from posting again.

Perhaps a clue to his identity lies on page 41 ?

Stay tuned, when I know I wont be shy !

[Ballsy]

Has anybody got any practice or night comp matches lined up. I know teams are struggling to get practice matches because of the condition of local and other league grounds.If so where and when, bring on the footy season.

[iwantanotherflag]

How does Hugh Thomson from Kilmore go?

[matt_nicholls]

Had a good chat with Scott McCartney on the phone yesterday and I decided to go all the way to the Sunbury Bowling Club last night to see him in person for a photo.

Was a very nice, approachable bloke and I think he will fill Sharpey's shoes well.

Stay tuned for the article fellas. Free Press comes out tomorrow and the RDFL might have a copy then too.

Should be a beaut.

[goblues09]

How does Hugh Thomson from Kilmore go?


hughy goes good - played backline for us on only limited chances but went alright i reckon - his younger brother is also very handy!!!

[iwantanotherflag]

hughy goes good - played backline for us on only limited chances but went alright i reckon - his younger brother is also very handy!!!

Looks to be pretty hard at it on the track. Should fit in well. Is his younger brother up in Shepp too?

[chumpy]

F U C K off idiot.
Just stirring the pot boys, relax we know its not true... Now where even..:)

[Spagger83]

anyone got any info about a bloke named Colin Gadsden?
apparently hes a man mountain that marks everything, so ive heard anyway!!

[iwantanotherflag]

Heard of a Gadsen in the Loddon Valley I think

[thepurplepassion]

The RDFL’s big recruit

By Matt Nicholls

THERE have been plenty of signings at Riddell District Football League clubs over the summer, but none bigger than the appointment of Scott McCartney, the league’s new general manager.
McCartney, a former Assumption College student and footballer, has spent the last four seasons at WAFL club East Perth.
Originally from Balranald in New South Wales, McCartney’s has Aboriginal ties through his father and moved to Victoria as a youngster.
He has studied law at Deakin University and was captain of the Melton South thirds’ side as an 18-year-old.
At his first day of work on Monday, the 29-year-old said at that he was excited to be home and is keen to get stuck into the job.
“It’s great to be back and I’m really looking forward to working as the general manager of the RDFL,” he said.
He also acknowledged the hard work put in by outgoing general manager Neill Sharpe.
“Sharpey did a fantastic job and has the league in a really good position at the moment.”
“He’s left everything in good order which has made starting at the RDFL very easy,” he said.

McCartney’s time at East Perth was a big learning curve. He began at the club in 2002 as the marketing manager before being promoted to the football operations manager two seasons later.
Current East Perth marketing manager Jason Thomas said that McCartney would do a fantastic job.
“Scott brings a level of professionalism, enthusiasm and creativity which is unsurpassed by few.
“The RDFL is very lucky to have someone as capable as Scott on board,” he said.
Current RDFL president Ollie Matthews said the league was very impressed by what McCartney brought to the table.
“His resumé was very impressive. He has a lot of experience and is going to bring a lot of professionalism to the Riddell District Football League,” he said.
While McCartney has no immediate plans to change things, he admitted that there may be changes made before the start of the season.
“I’m still settling in, getting to know the clubs, the grounds, the people, so I won’t make any rash changes yet,” he said.
With the drought still crippling many grounds in the league, McCartney said that he would be travelling around to all of the grounds in the next fortnight.
“We have six drought proof grounds at the moment. Hopefully by the first round (April 28) all of the grounds will be available to use.”
“We just need to hope it rains.”

[SWANNEES]

anyone got any info about a bloke named Colin Gadsden?
apparently hes a man mountain that marks everything, so ive heard anyway!!
had 2/3 stints in wrfl with parkside recently "DUD"

[Thats_Special]

had 2/3 stints in wrfl with parkside recently "DUD"

Bit rough.. Played some good football for Riddell, especially in the 2005 GF

[Gemini17]

Bit rough.. Played some good football for Riddell, especially in the 2005 GF

Played well in the 2004 losing GF - kicked 6 I think.

[rightfoot_sloth]

Played well in the 2004 losing GF - kicked 6 I think.

TS / Gemini17 it appears to be pretty clear that these guys sledging Col have never tried to play on him 1:1. :) He is very strong unit and had to dislodge when he puts himself in the right position to receive the footy. Good bloke to have a beer with after a game to. :thumbsu:

[weekend warrior]

Is there anywhere where i can find the premiers for the last 20 or so years, would be a real flashback reading some of the results.

[rightfoot_sloth]

Go to www.footypedia.com for all the results and GF teams. Just look under Leagues / RDFL to find it.

[Ballsy]

Any one interested the Calder cannons are having a practice match at Gissy tonight at approx.5.30

[OMNIPOTENT_1]

Any one interested the Calder cannons are having a practice match at Gissy tonight at approx.5.30

Any local boys playing, names ?

[goalkicker]

anyone know anything about a guy from rupertswood called ryan something????

[OldMelburnian28]

Yep his middle name is "do"

[Thats_Special]

Any one interested the Calder cannons are having a practice match at Gissy tonight at approx.5.30

How did Brenton Sutherland go?

[goalkicker]

Yep his middle name is "do"



huh???

is he a fair player???

[OldMelburnian28]

Yeah he's a gun!

[goalkicker]

Yeah he's a gun!


yeah???

whats his surname????

[kangakid]

How did Brenton Sutherland go?

dunno, im pretty sure the match is on tonight

[bearsboy]

dunno, im pretty sure the match is on tonightCorrect , Gardiner reserve unsure of the time though but i will look into it.

[kangakid]

Any one interested the Calder cannons are having a practice match at Gissy tonight at approx.5.30

that may also help

[Thats_Special]

that may also help
Cool.. So its tonight then

[kangakid]

Cool.. So its tonight then

thats pretty much what ballsy said champ
hows trainin been like, good numbers?, ive been away man with that great country week team of ours!

[Trueblueroo]

With the departure of 'Johnny Rowe' at Kilmore, i was wondering who was going to take the reins? Will it be the goalsneak in Adam ' the garden gnome' Goudge become captain or will hede or robo get the top job?

[OMNIPOTENT_1]

Cool.. So its tonight then

Two absolute stand out local performers tonight, Alister (leather poisoning) Collins & Peter (Rolls Royce) Robinson !

[vantheman32]

trueblueroo i doubt that id get the top job at kilmore im only 19, id say that robbo or goudge would be a much better option

[Doona2]

trueblueroo i doubt that id get the top job at kilmore im only 19, id say that robbo or goudge would be a much better option

The goalsneak Rysa for me :D

[Halffullonfence]

If you could pick 5 players from clubs within the RDFL to join your club who would they be ????

[OMNIPOTENT_1]

If you could pick 5 players from clubs within the RDFL to join your club who would they be ????

Chris Judd, Simon Black, Jonhathon Brown, Garry Ablett, & Dean Helmers !

[Rodriguez]

If you could pick 5 players from clubs within the RDFL to join your club who would they be ????

Going to base this on my club! Not neccessarily the best players in the comp, Ploog best CHF remaining in comp, Jay Allen best defender, Mclennan hardest running on baller, Cole laurie quick and damaging, one of the few in our comp who can change the game off own boot. Robbo you can play him anywhere!

[blues12]

Two absolute stand out local performers tonight, Alister (leather poisoning) Collins & Peter (Rolls Royce) Robinson !

Did Brenton Sutherland play if so how did he go?

[kangakid]

Brenton did play, and from what i heard, played well
i didnt actually see the game just what i heard from people who viewed the actual game

[Mongrel]

Chris Judd, Simon Black, Jonhathon Brown, Garry Ablett, & Dean Helmers !

ah the mighty potent1. your sarcasm is flattery 2 me:)
but on a serious note id take sims,besanko,burlak,lyons and yes sipthorpe

[matt_nicholls]

If I were to pick five players from this league to create a team they would be:

J. Jose (ruck)
D. Sipthorpe (midfielder)
S. Sims (midfielder and good defender)
M. Robertson (utility)
S. Burlak (will be the best CHF this season)

[Trueblueroo]

Not this year Matt....

1.Robo
2.Sipthorpe
3.Steve James
4.Laurie
5.Allen

[vantheman32]

Jose
Laurie
Besanko
Peter Robertson
Sipthorpe

[bearsboy]

Jose
Laurie
Besanko
Peter Robertson
SipthorpeSurprising to see Bomber on a couple of list's, past his best i would think.... although capable on his day . I think ive mentioned it about 10 times but Sippy will be the most dominant player in this comp for a long time .

[wannakick]

clearances in

Strack Romsey to Wangaratta
McIntyre Kilmore to Wangaratta
James Riddell to mulwala

[Sunqvist]

If I were to pick five players from this league to create a team they would be:

J. Jose (ruck)
D. Sipthorpe (midfielder)
S. Sims (midfielder and good defender)
M. Robertson (utility)
S. Burlak (will be the best CHF this season)

Id say thats pretty spot on, but for a varied opinion i could easily say

M.Lacy
J.Allen
M.McInerney
A.James
C.Collins

[blues12]

Looks like Gisborne could be trying to re-negotiate a deal with sipthorpe, his clearance has been refused, surely they would have no reason other than they still want him. He was a highly paid player surely he wouldn't owe the club money or property.
Perhaps a contract might be the reason.
Big loss for woodend and the rdfl if they do play hard ball.

[Trueblueroo]

I have heard that a coaching staff member, plays hard in letting players go if they don't have a good reason for leaving the club... I think this had a bit to do with there two's numbers last year - might be on the wrong track but i think you'll find that's the case!.... BearsBoy can you give any more insight?

[Thats_Special]

1. M.Robertson (Think everyone knows I rate him)
2. C.Collins (Gun junior, huge talent)
3. C.Laurie (Agree with comment earlier, Matchwinner)
4. K.Weng Ng (Rolls Royce)
5. S.Sims (Outstanding leader)

D.Sipthorpe is not an RDFL player as yet.. Left out Kangaroos players as looked at who are the 5 I would bring into my side...

[billylid]

1. M.Robertson (Think everyone knows I rate him)
2. C.Collins (Gun junior, huge talent)
3. C.Laurie (Agree with comment earlier, Matchwinner)
4. K.Weng Ng (Rolls Royce)
5. S.Sims (Outstanding leader)

D.Sipthorpe is not an RDFL player as yet.. Left out Kangaroos players as looked at who are the 5 I would bring into my side...
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Defenders - B.Johnson(kangs) and K.weng Ng (Woodend)

Midfielders - J.belivelle (Riddell) and Benjamin Johns (Romsey)

Forwards - Lyons (M/Central) - Stacey (Woodend ???/availability) (** ideal 1st choice A.James couldnt pick given amount of games whe will miss)

Utilities - B.Morgan (Romsey??) - H.Wadden (Riddell)

Aplogises - M.Macinterney (Kangs), M.McCellan (Romsey)

Coach - Thats Special

[Rodriguez]

Id say thats pretty spot on, but for a varied opinion i could easily say

M.Lacy
J.Allen
M.McInerney
A.James
C.Collins

Lacy won't play role increased at richmond! Big loss for Hawks.

[gazza35]

wheres johnny rowe gone broadford?

[bulldogz_rok]

what does everyone think of trav hede from kilmore?

[Thats_Special]

what does everyone think of trav hede from kilmore?

Superstar, kid should be captain this year to promote his leadership skills....

[Thats_Special]

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Defenders - B.Johnson(kangs) and K.weng Ng (Woodend)

Midfielders - J.belivelle (Riddell) and Benjamin Johns (Romsey)

Forwards - Lyons (M/Central) - Stacey (Woodend ???/availability) (** ideal 1st choice A.James couldnt pick given amount of games whe will miss)

Utilities - B.Morgan (Romsey??) - H.Wadden (Riddell)

Aplogises - M.Macinterney (Kangs), M.McCellan (Romsey)

Coach - Thats Special

Ah... And what a coach I would be :D

[Mongrel]

what does everyone think of trav hede from kilmore?

YOUNG GUN

[blues12]

what does everyone think of trav hede from kilmore?

Who!

[cossy7]

Who are top 6 best players from each club? Rated on consistancy, reliability and of course talent... each cub must be give their best 6

[Sunqvist]

Who are top 6 best players from each club? Rated on consistancy, reliability and of course talent... each cub must be give their best 6

Ill have a go, although its just an opinion
for season 07
Woodsy

Sipthorpe
Kar weng ng
A Johnno
M Lacy
W Else
S Bowen

a few very unlucky names also

[cossy7]

Theats Woodend out the way - Fair line up too....

Just Romsey, Riddell, Rockbank, macedon, lancefield, Melton, Sunbury, Kilmore and Diggers to go.... Comon guys, the best 6 in each team for 2007... The season is neally upon us now, things are getting exciting...

[cossy7]

Has the season been put back to the 28th? Due to start on the 21st, with the droughts I hear its been put back... Can anyone confirm this?

[blues12]

Has the season been put back to the 28th? Due to start on the 21st, with the droughts I hear its been put back... Can anyone confirm this?

Definately has not and will not be put back, 6 grounds are available with 4 in doubt a few games in rounds 1 & 2 have been switched to allow extra time for the wet stuff. Rockbank and Centrals should come up with abit of rain. Riddell might need abit more and Sunbury might need a month of water

[matt_nicholls]

Theats Woodend out the way - Fair line up too....

Just Romsey, Riddell, Rockbank, macedon, lancefield, Melton, Sunbury, Kilmore and Diggers to go.... Comon guys, the best 6 in each team for 2007... The season is neally upon us now, things are getting exciting...

Lancefield (in no order)

Chris Collins
Simon Choate
Dale Joseph
Phil Conway
Sam Graham
Paul Cook

Romsey (in no order)

Steve Burlak
Brydon Morgan
Luke Edwards
Ryan Connellan
Warren Kairns
Matt McLellan