RDFL Thread 2007

[Mongrel]

I don't think LC made last year's team of the year. His brother did though. Not 100% though.

Also, for though Roos fans, Scott Clark is playing tomorrow and Phil Conway is out I'm led to believe.

Mongrel, I'll be at the game by around 3.45, will you be around after the match? I'll shout you a beer or three with my gorilla :D

I make my umpiring debut at Assumption tomorrow morning doing a Year 8 game at the Main Oval.

My official RDFL umpiring commences Sunday at 11.30am in the Under 12s Kilmore v Melton South clash. Will be doing the Under 14s game afterwards at 1pm.

mongrel will be there with your gorilla pal.good luck on the weekend.

[Itsmyshow]

Diggers Rest Vs Melton Central
Diggers have been up and down so far this year and will be keen to get back on a winning note this week against rival Melton Central. With the week off a few of the Burra keys will hopefully have gotten over the niggles and be ready to fire.
Centrals were disciplined and played well last week against the Roos, the game plan executed will be tough to maintain so expect a different style this week.
Diggers by 35 points

Sunbury Kangaroos Vs Lancefield
The Roos will look to continue thier run of 07 against a Lancefield side that plays with alot of heart. The Roos will be disappointed with last week and will look to bounce back.
Lancefield were great against Romsey and were unlucky not to come away with the win. The Tigers are a tough side to play because thier top 6 players are as good as any in the comp.
Roos to win

Rockbank Vs Woodend/Hesket
A second tough one in a row for the Rams and while improving and with youngsters such as Krul returning, this will be too big an ask.
The Hawks are expecting the return of Ng and Sipthorpe this week for thier first games and will look to fit them into this already strong lineup.
Woodend by 130pts

Kilmore Vs Macedon FC
Kilmore have struggled over recent weeks and after losing Chris George have now also lost Dave Keenan. Trav Hede returns and the Blues will be looking to get back on the winners list.
Macedon have played some very good football and some disappointing football, but it is to be expected with the age of the Cats list, inexperience will eventually be played out of these boys and they will only get better.
Kilmore by 20pts

Match of the Round
Romsey Vs Riddell
The Redbacks only just got over the line against the Tigers last week and will look to step up against the reigning premiers. The key forwards need to do more for the Redbacks but quality players step up against quality teams.
The Bombers are still travelling under the radar in the league for some unknown reason. Jay Allen, Bellville and Blade are dominating and the kids in Petran and Climas are playing great football. But this week the Bombers will be missing a few. Mick Allen, Nathan Allen, Dean Besanko and Leigh Coles were all due to miss, Heath Wadden and Tim McDonald have both missed the last couple. Can the Bombers overcome these losses if they all miss the game?
Romsey by 12pts

[Harry Wilson]

Diggers Rest v Melton Centrals

Both sides seem to be at around the same level at the moment however the fact that the game is played at Diggers should see the Burra up by 25 points.

Sunbury v Lancefield

It was well pointed out earlier in the thread that the Roos "have had more knockers than George W". To their credit the keep geeting knocked and keep providing results, winning form is good form. The Tigers are coming off a great effort to take it up to Romsey in the last round and will be dissapointed that they The Roos by 45 points.

Rockbank v Woodend

Woodend should be too classy for the determined Rams. Will the return of Sipthorpe and Ng be a massive plus for the Hawks or will it mean 2 x in form players are dropped so these two can get some form? I expect it will be a massive plus. Rams to put up an early fight on their home turf but in the end, just not good enough. Hawks by 100 points.

Kilmore v Macedon

Kilmore seems to have found a bit of a lull in their season at present and will need to click together to have an impressive victory. I think they will be too strong for a young Macedon side, however expect a good battle. Kilmore by 36 points.

Romsey v Riddell

After a very dissapointing win (if there is such a thing) over Lancefield Romsey will be looking to step up and prove that they are a true finals threat. Riddell are a proven unit and will be hard to beat on the day. Should rumors of a few "big outs" for Riddell prove to be true it could be a good chance for the Redbacks to get good win their home soil. Romsey by 22 points.

Should be a cracking round of RDFL footy!! Great to see the league is back on the way up with the 18's squad getting a win the other night, everything loks promising for the future too!! Great work boys!!:thumbsu::thumbsu:

[OMNIPOTENT_1]

Nice work yet again IMS, but I think your facts are a little bit off the mark, & you may go down 1 in the tips !

[Mongrel]

Nice work yet again IMS, but I think your facts are a little bit off the mark, & you may go down 1 in the tips !

sounds like the riddell boys are all playing then:D

[OMNIPOTENT_1]

sounds like the riddell boys are all playing then:D

Nice try champ ! but how would I know inside info' like that ?

How you been going anyway pal, killing it or what ?

[Halffullonfence]

Diggers Rest Vs Melton Central

Sunbury Kangaroos Vs Lancefield

Rockbank Vs Woodend/Hesket

Kilmore Vs Macedon FC

Match of the Round

Romsey Vs Riddell


[quote=OMNIPOTENT_1;7841863]Nice work yet again IMS, but I think your facts are a little bit off the mark, & you may go down 1 in the tips !

Can't believe people still fall for this trap with you IMS easy way to get relevant info.

Wish they bite this easy and well at the beem Omni.

[catters078]

must win for romsey on their home turf.

pretty sure they have they lowest % of the top 4 teams.

if they want the double chance, they cant afford to fall 4 pts behind as well % against riddell, woodend and sunbury (8)

massive game

[OMNIPOTENT_1]

[quote=Itsmyshow;7841337]Diggers Rest Vs Melton Central

Sunbury Kangaroos Vs Lancefield

Rockbank Vs Woodend/Hesket

Kilmore Vs Macedon FC

Match of the Round

Romsey Vs Riddell



Can't believe people still fall for this trap with you IMS easy way to get relevant info.

Wish they bite this easy and well at the beem Omni.\

Are Macedon any chance to do the Diggers boys a favor & go 1 step further than the draw they got over at Kilmore last year ?

This could mean that they would slip into the 5 on % !

[Itsmyshow]

Nice work yet again IMS, but I think your facts are a little bit off the mark, & you may go down 1 in the tips !

Is that so OMNI??? They might just be out a little... We shall see... :D

[Itsmyshow]

[quote=Halffullonfence;7842114]\

Are Macedon any chance to do the Diggers boys a favor & go 1 step further than the draw they got over at Kilmore last year ?

This could mean that they would slip into the 5 on % !

the way Kilmore are travelling.. Definate chance.. But I think the Blues will hit back this week :thumbsu:

[Itsmyshow]

[quote=Itsmyshow;7841337]Diggers Rest Vs Melton Central

Sunbury Kangaroos Vs Lancefield

Rockbank Vs Woodend/Hesket

Kilmore Vs Macedon FC

Match of the Round

Romsey Vs Riddell




Can't believe people still fall for this trap with you IMS easy way to get relevant info.

Wish they bite this easy and well at the beem Omni.

You gotta stop giving away the trade secrets HF.. Which 18's game you checkin out tomorrow?

[Halffullonfence]

[quote=Halffullonfence;7842114]

You gotta stop giving away the trade secrets HF.. Which 18's game you checkin out tomorrow?

Sorry champ horses become priorty tonight/morning see you soon .

[Iceman27]

anyone got any results.

[Itsmyshow]

Kangas won in a good game by 50, only heresay on the others, Riddell by 7 goals, Woodend, Diggers by 30 and Kilmore by 22 goals from what I hear with Cornish kicking 10

[Iceman27]

Two more ex wallan players that went to Kilmore look like coming back to wallan in Tim Tomsky and Glenn mueisin(Not sure how to spell his last name).
I know Timmy played a few ones games not sure how many.

[Itsmyshow]

Two more ex wallan players that went to Kilmore look like coming back to wallan in Tim Tomsky and Glenn mueisin(Not sure how to spell his last name).
I know Timmy played a few ones games not sure how many.
Not good for the Blues... Especially after a great in today... Wat is making these guys go back...

[Iceman27]

Not good for the Blues... Especially after a great in today... Wat is making these guys go back...

I'm not sure if they are coming back deffinately, but they were watching us play against Soutn Morang today and our president said they were. I am sure the Kilmore boys would see Glenn as no big loss as we deffinately don't rate as a Handy pick up, but we do need all the numbers we can get.

[woody07]

I'm not sure if they are coming back deffinately, but they were watching us play against Soutn Morang today and our president said they were. I am sure the Kilmore boys would see Glenn as no big loss as we deffinately don't rate as a Handy pick up, but we do need all the numbers we can get.

He probably wont stay after reading that! Woodend by 80 points. To Rockbanks credit they had a go-Woodend down a bit. Sippy and Ng got through the game without any problems. Both will be better for the run and will hopefuuly be in full flight after a couple of games. Sippy's toughness around the packs a good sign.

[Itsmyshow]

He probably wont stay after reading that! Woodend by 80 points. To Rockbanks credit they had a go-Woodend down a bit. Sippy and Ng got through the game without any problems. Both will be better for the run and will hopefuuly be in full flight after a couple of games. Sippy's toughness around the packs a good sign.

Did Sippy play on ball?

[Itsmyshow]

Good to catch up with young Joe and have a couple of quiet Bourban's with the main man after the game.... Pickles got his Gorilla... It was an eventful day down at Boardman Reserve :D

[joeblow2]

Good to catch up with young Joe and have a couple of quiet Bourban's with the main man after the game.... Pickles got his Gorilla... It was an eventful day down at Boardman Reserve :D
Very enjoyable day, results not my way but the Tiges showed they're headed in the right direction. Good to have a beverage or 3 with IMS, mongrel, Trueblue and Pickles.

[OMNIPOTENT_1]

Is that so OMNI??? They might just be out a little... We shall see... :D

Why do I ever doubt you mate ? YOUR info' was in fact spot on !

But then again my conclusion was correct also, guess we'll just call it one all eh ?

They should have won by 15 goals ! 10 up three quarter time switched off last quarter !

Dominated both ends plus midfield !

Should be a cracker next week given the great game there last year & all, a definite must see !

Look for me next week I'll be the one with the empty stubbie holder.

[Digger52]

Great to see the Melton Central & Diggers Rest Auskick kids having a bit of fun during the half time break of the senior game.Even the spectators enjoyed it as well.Good to see kids line up 4 Hi 5s as Diggers ran out on the ground as well.Heard a rumour that Central will return the favour next time around .Well done to all involved

[footy mad 2]

IMS heard a rumour of another good signing for the roos in another past player coming back to the club can you confirm this. Seems he wants some of the winning feeling seeing as there wasn,t much when he was there.

[Itsmyshow]

IMS heard a rumour of another good signing for the roos in another past player coming back to the club can you confirm this. Seems he wants some of the winning feeling seeing as there wasn,t much when he was there.

Do you have a name...???

[Itsmyshow]

Why do I ever doubt you mate ? YOUR info' was in fact spot on !

But then again my conclusion was correct also, guess we'll just call it one all eh ?

They should have won by 15 goals ! 10 up three quarter time switched off last quarter !

Dominated both ends plus midfield !

Should be a cracker next week given the great game there last year & all, a definite must see !

Look for me next week I'll be the one with the empty stubbie holder.

Cant wait for the game mate... This is the real barometer for us.. Reigning premiers and the number 1 side in the comp, we finally get to see just how far we have come as a side this week...

Riddell sure did send a message with the players they had out by destroying the Redbacks... Unbelievable result.... Showed why they are still the best in the RDFL by the sounds of it....

[footy mad 2]

Do you have a name...???
not sure of the speeling but i think it is ewen hilderbrand.

[Doona2]

Had the radio on the ABC yesterday and they got a ripper run down from Simon O'Donnell on the Kilmore/Macedon clash during their 3rd term. He admitted Macedon looked undermanned and said the Blues just needed a win.

O'Donnell was just talking about his low key involvement with the Blues, mentioning his support and praise for Dayson and his efforts over the past few years, and then highlighted Dayson's passion for life and even highlighted "there's the president now, chest puffed out, running around with water or maybe delivering a message."

Was enjoyable on a day off footy to listen to all the country footy happenings due to no AFL clash and to have a high profile name just talking about grass roots footy where he was standing in the cold was great to hear.

Cornish 10 and Buckets 4 in his return from injury, and what about the other big name returns wasn't Hede and Duffy due back too howd they go? Would the Blues now be a game inside the 5?

[goblues09]

Had the radio on the ABC yesterday and they got a ripper run down from Simon O'Donnell on the Kilmore/Macedon clash during their 3rd term. He admitted Macedon looked undermanned and said the Blues just needed a win.

O'Donnell was just talking about his low key involvement with the Blues, mentioning his support and praise for Dayson and his efforts over the past few years, and then highlighted Dayson's passion for life and even highlighted "there's the president now, chest puffed out, running around with water or maybe delivering a message."

Was enjoyable on a day off footy to listen to all the country footy happenings due to no AFL clash and to have a high profile name just talking about grass roots footy where he was standing in the cold was great to hear.

Cornish 10 and Buckets 4 in his return from injury, and what about the other big name returns wasn't Hede and Duffy due back too howd they go? Would the Blues now be a game inside the 5?


yeah doons trav went pretty well with a few touches n couple of goals, i couldnt really get into it till the third term, a few nice passes to Cornish and co but also so ordianry turnovers as were to be expected after an overly long pre season - just glad the margin was large and they were not too costly. Colliss also had his best game for Kilmore off half back

[vantheman32]

i feel everyone of the 5 or 6 weeks i had off! was strange to be back out there felt like i was running around in circles early. good win but we go pretty good against the weaker sides.

[Iceman27]

i feel everyone of the 5 or 6 weeks i had off! was strange to be back out there felt like i was running around in circles early. good win but we go pretty good against the weaker sides.

Graet to see cornish snag 10 and colliss play a good game, always good to see the ex Wallan players going good.

[Hawktawka]

Great to see the Melton Central & Diggers Rest Auskick kids having a bit of fun during the half time break of the senior game.Even the spectators enjoyed it as well.Good to see kids line up 4 Hi 5s as Diggers ran out on the ground as well.Heard a rumour that Central will return the favour next time around .Well done to all involved


Here Here....

Always wondered why this wasn't encouraged in the RDFL, considering such a strong and well patronised junior league.

To whoever initiated this well done and may it be contagious.

1st option.....

[Trueblueroo]

Kilty kicking 4 goals and getting in the best for the Lions this week, has to be a kick in the guts for the Burra you would think! Especially after leaving them after a handfull of games in 2007 and a outstanding year last year!

[billylid]

Kilty kicking 4 goals and getting in the best for the Lions this week, has to be a kick in the guts for the Burra you would think! Especially after leaving them after a handfull of games in 2007 and a outstanding year last year!

losing any player mid year is not ideal, but as youd be aware it just presents an opportunity for another player to step up in 07 and play senior football.

[Trueblueroo]

losing any player mid year is not ideal, but as youd be aware it just presents an opportunity for another player to step up in 07 and play senior football.

Fair call mate! How far off is Mr Green from playing ones again?

[Itsmyshow]

not sure of the speeling but i think it is ewen hilderbrand.

Yes, Ewan has returned to the Roos

[Hawker28]

IMS or Trueblue, can you confirm or deny that Simo was cleaned up in the early stages of the Kangaroos v Lancefiled game?

What are the extent of his injuries and how many week's is he going to be sidelined for? Surely a highlight for some in 2007 seeing the great man go down!:D

[joeblow2]

IMS or Trueblue, can you confirm or deny that Simo was cleaned up in the early stages of the Kangaroos v Lancefiled game?

What are the extent of his injuries and how many week's is he going to be sidelined for? Surely a highlight for some in 2007 seeing the great man go down!:D
Can confirm Simmo sustained a suspected broken collarbone as a result of a collision (not sure who with).

[dweeb]

Can confirm Simmo sustained a suspected broken collarbone as a result of a collision (not sure who with).

The man pushed on till half time before calling it quits. a truely couragous effort. dont want to give away the bloke that took him down but lets just say he doesnt mind belting out a tune or two in his spare time!

[vantheman32]

bit boring on this thread today! surely theres sumthing worth talking about from the weekend.

[Trueblueroo]

A notable absence from you last night Dweeb? Just a bit of Q time?

[matt_nicholls]

bit boring on this thread today! surely theres sumthing worth talking about from the weekend.

I made my umpiring debut yesterday in the Under 12s on my own and did Under 14s with a colleague.

I made appearances at Kilmore v Macedon, Romsey v Riddell and Sunbury Kangaroos v Lancefield.

I must say that I was very disappointed with Romsey's efforts, even though I tipped the right result.

For a side that has potential to match it with the top sides, they just don't seem to stand up.

Lancefield won a lot of respect on Saturday too, early in the third quarter they actually led the Roos before being mown down. I think Simo will be okay in a couple of weeks too. Great news! :D

Didn't see much of the Kilmore game but the result doesn't surprise me. Cornish is a freak, kicked 10.5.

I believe that if he has booted something like 32.48 for the season, that's a lot of shots on goal. There's been heaps that haven't made the distance and gone out on the full also. Maybe he has gotten over the yips?

Diggers Rest will be happy with their result, and Rockbank would be happy that they led against Woodend-Hesket at quarter time before going down to a much better side.

The Hawks will be pleased Sippy got through unscathed and now all focus goes on to this weekend's crackerjack matches.

Riddell v Sunbury Kangaroos - one word - HUGE!!!!!

Woodend-Hesket v Romsey - Romsey must win, Hawks will want to be 8-1 at the turn.

Lancefield v Diggers Rest - while both sides still have finals aspirations, a loss to either side (assuming Kilmore win) will put them two games away from fifth at the half way mark.

Macedon v Melton Central - for sides that rarely win, this game is big for the two clubs.

Rockbank v Kilmore - the Rams have been much better this year and the Blues won't want to take them lightly.

[Trueblueroo]

I made my umpiring debut yesterday in the Under 12s on my own and did Under 14s with a colleague.

I made appearances at Kilmore v Macedon, Romsey v Riddell and Sunbury Kangaroos v Lancefield.

I must say that I was very disappointed with Romsey's efforts, even though I tipped the right result.

For a side that has potential to match it with the top sides, they just don't seem to stand up.

Lancefield won a lot of respect on Saturday too, early in the third quarter they actually led the Roos before being mown down. I think Simo will be okay in a couple of weeks too. Great news! :D

Didn't see much of the Kilmore game but the result doesn't surprise me. Cornish is a freak, kicked 10.5.

I believe that if he has booted something like 32.48 for the season, that's a lot of shots on goal. There's been heaps that haven't made the distance and gone out on the full also. Maybe he has gotten over the yips?

Diggers Rest will be happy with their result, and Rockbank would be happy that they led against Woodend-Hesket at quarter time before going down to a much better side.

The Hawks will be pleased Sippy got through unscathed and now all focus goes on to this weekend's crackerjack matches.

Riddell v Sunbury Kangaroos - one word - HUGE!!!!!

Woodend-Hesket v Romsey - Romsey must win, Hawks will want to be 8-1 at the turn.

Lancefield v Diggers Rest - while both sides still have finals aspirations, a loss to either side (assuming Kilmore win) will put them two games away from fifth at the half way mark.

Macedon v Melton Central - for sides that rarely win, this game is big for the two clubs.

Rockbank v Kilmore - the Rams have been much better this year and the Blues won't want to take them lightly.

Any snaps from the weekend Matty, feel free to post or email! I hear you got a few!

[Itsmyshow]

Riddell truly are the best side in the competition... To smash Romsey without Bomber and the Allen brothers is a huge effort.. Would expect that the Allen brothers will return this week too to just strengthen an already awesome unit... :eek:

[joeblow2]

Riddell truly are the best side in the competition... To smash Romsey without Bomber and the Allen brothers is a huge effort.. Would expect that the Allen brothers will return this week too to just strengthen an already awesome unit... :eek:
Trying on the underdog tag there IMS?

[joeblow2]

I'd just like to say how much I enjoyed the day at Boardman on Saturday. Freezing cold, but the way I was welcomed by all after the game even though I was in the oppositions colours was great. Good to see that once the siren goes we're all mates filling in a Saturday. Thanks guys:thumbsu::thumbsu:

[matt_nicholls]

Bombers on track
for third title

by Matt Nicholls

RIDDELL will win this year’s RDFL premiership, their third in succession.
Without trying to be offensive to fellow flag contenders Woodend-Hesket and Sunbury Kangaroos, I can’t see the Bombers being beaten in September.
On Saturday, without three key players, Riddell gave fourth-positioned Romsey an old fashioned touch up.
In a hard slogged contest, the Bombers had the game sewn up at half-time, leading 7.6 to 2.5, before going on to record a 39-point victory.
Missing from the Riddell line-up were ‘guns’ Michael and Nathan Allen, as well as Dean Besanko.
With just one game to go before the half-way mark of the season, a win this Saturday against the undefeated Sunbury Kangaroos will secure top position on the ladder for the Bombers.
The only side to have beaten Riddell this season was Woodend-Hesket in round two.
The Hawks’ only loss was to the Kangaroos in round six.
If Riddell can get over the line this Saturday, and the Hawks can overcome Romsey, it would have three sides on 8-1 at the halfway mark.
While Woodend-Hesket are just starting to fire after missing a number of stars from their line-up in the early part of the season, it would be near impossible to go past the Bombers at this stage.
On paper, they are just as capable as every other side, and have one key ingredient that no other side possesses … proven grand final experience.
However, it will be the side that keeps its best team on the park that will likely reign in 2007.
Outside the top-three clubs, Romsey, Kilmore, Diggers Rest and Lancefield will fight out the remaining two positions, with the Redbacks and Blues in the prime position to secure a finals berth.
This Saturday’s clash between the Tigers and the Burra at Lancefield Park will eliminate one side from the race, with the loser too far back to make a run at September action.
Games against Diggers Rest and Lancefield are never easy, but both sides will need to get a move on if they are to contend for the finals.
It is arguably the most even competition since the departure of the two divisions back in 1996, which has fans excited and crowds packing into grounds.
At the lower end of the spectrum, Melton Central, Rockbank and Macedon have given many sides a run for their money this year, but lack the firepower to upset upper tier clubs.
This Saturday has four games that could go either way, with just the Rockbank v Kilmore clash expected to be one-sided.
Having said that, if the Blues don’t come prepared, the Rams are every chance to cause an upset on their home turf.
Other games scheduled for Saturday included the much-hyped Riddell v Sunbury Kangaroos clash, Woodend-Hesket v Romsey, Lancefield v Diggers Rest, and Macedon v Melton Central.
For all sides involved, you can expect everything but the kitchen sink to be thrown in these games.
It has the potential to be a tipster’s nightmare but I think this weekend’s results will be fairly predictable.
My selections for round nine are: Riddell by 24 points, Woodend-Hesket by 18 points, Diggers Rest by 11 points, Macedon by 10 points, and Kilmore by 66 points.
With close margins predicted in four of the five games, my tips could easily be reversed.
It should make for a cracking weekend of football and expect to see big crowds at each of the five venues.

[Itsmyshow]

Trying on the underdog tag there IMS?

No mate.. They truly are... That is a huge result from the Bombers.. They are clearly still the side to beat in 07. :thumbsu:

[Itsmyshow]

I'd just like to say how much I enjoyed the day at Boardman on Saturday. Freezing cold, but the way I was welcomed by all after the game even though I was in the oppositions colours was great. Good to see that once the siren goes we're all mates filling in a Saturday. Thanks guys:thumbsu::thumbsu:

Indeed mate.. Good day and night... :thumbsu:

[woody07]

No mate.. They truly are... That is a huge result from the Bombers.. They are clearly still the side to beat in 07. :thumbsu:

Are we getting ahead of ourselves here lads! Riddell BY FAR the best team at the moment, Riddell WILL WIN their third successive flag-this after a win against a side that perhaps, just perhaps has been overrated in Romsey. Lets gain a little perspective Matt and IMO-Woodend beat Riddell with all Riddell’s stars in and are still not at full strength with Disco Martin, Dale Cunik, Paul Podbury, Darko all not playing on the weekend and Ng and Sippy just starting the season (and should be fresh for the second half of the season) the hawks may be not THAT FAR behind. In regards to Sunbury they knocked off Woodend at Sunbury's ground in a great game and they too probably wouldn't be all THAT FAR behind. Granted Riddell has finals experience, but the way a team is coached, cattle on the park and the least amount of injuries come September has more of a bearing to a teams success come finals time than experience in my humble opinion. Sunbury to beat Riddell this week and close that enormous gap between top and the rest!

[Mongrel]

No mate.. They truly are... That is a huge result from the Bombers.. They are clearly still the side to beat in 07. :thumbsu:

along with woodend,sunbury,romsey,kilmore and diggers:D

[matt_nicholls]

Are we getting ahead of ourselves here lads! Riddell BY FAR the best team at the moment after a win against a side that perhaps, just perhaps has been overrated in Romsey. Lets gain a little perspective Matt and IMO-Woodend beat Riddell with all Riddell’s stars in and are still not at full strength with Disco Martin, Dale Cunik, Paul Podbury, Darko all not playing on the weekend and Ng and Sippy just starting the season (and should be fresh for the second half of the season) the hawks may be not THAT FAR behind. In regards to Sunbury they knocked off Woodend at Sunbury's ground in a great game and they too probably wouldn't be all THAT FAR behind. Granted Riddell has finals experience, but the way a team is coached, cattle on the park and lthe east amount of injuries come September has more of a bearing to a teams success come finals time than experience in my humble opinion. Sunbury to beat Riddell this week and close that enormous gap between top and the rest!

How many times have Woodend-Hesket been beaten at Gilbert Gordon in the last three seasons? About four times I reckon. Now I have a lot of respect for all of the top-five sides, I just think Riddell will win the flag. They have a range of goal kicking options, have good key position players and have a strong defence. Perhaps their midfield isn't as classy as the Roos' and Hawks' but they are tough at it and rarely let the opposition get an uncontested ball.

The one feature of finals that I like is that games are played on big grounds generally. The granny will be at Lancefield again this year, the prelim most likely at Macedon and the others at Kilmore, Riddell and Romsey.

Now I believe the Roos will benefit from the open spaces, but perhaps the Hawks will struggle. While I appreciate the wealth of class and talent and experience in Woodend-Hesket's side, I think they lack one key ingredient - a gun forward to kick to.

Jimmy Forrest kicked six on the weekend and could fill those boots, but I'm concerned about his consistency. Dowling and Salpy have been great in the pockets and up on the flank but they are not blokes that will take a lot of contested marks.

Not many defences in this comp can contain the likes of Allen, Besanko, Wadden, Harrison etc.

Now, I have been wrong before, many times in fact, but I will still put my balls on the line and make a call before the biggest and arguably the most crucial round of the season.

How bout you do the same and just tip the Hawks to beat whoever by 95 points in the granny!

[vantheman32]

Anything can happen between now and finals, i would say that Riddell are favourites, but you never know what is going to happen to teams, injuries, form, etc can play a big part in bringing down sides! i think the final 5 will be Riddell, Sunbury, Woodend, Romsey n Kilmore.
With Diggers to miss out by 3 games, there slow start to season the killer!

[Ballsy]

Woodend, Kangaroos, Riddell can all beat each other on any given day they will finish top three in any order you wish to guess, Each of these sides has the potential to blow most sides out of the water. Woodend hasnt hit there straps yet players back in still need to get some touch, Kangaroos the inform side at the moment and a tall and skilful side- wet weather might worry them but September good weather good advantage, Riddell good onballers with good delivery the team does nt waste too many posessions all around the ground. Would be very surprised to see any other sides beat these three for the rest of the year other than each other. The winning side will be the one that lifts to the next level in september. Will it be the Hawks, the Roos or the Bombers interesting final series coming up.

[Halffullonfence]

IS S Tresize going to be factor come September for the Bombers ?

Not trying to stir the pot but may worry some clubs.

[matt_nicholls]

IS S Tresize going to be factor come September for the Bombers ?

Not trying to stir the pot but may worry some clubs.

Scotty played well on the weekend, but I don't know if there is room for him when Riddell is at full strength.

Five goals was his biggest haul of the year, and he has spent most of it in the reserves.

Is a handy top up player though, and has 10 more games to secure a position!

[Crookknee]

I for one think its pretty early for bold predictions as to who will win the big one and by how much. There is still along way to go and anything can happen. It doesn't take much, an injury to 2 or 3 good players, to put a side under the pump and to rule out a side that is undefeated at this point is plain stupidity. No offence pickles but if the cap fits. Looks to me that any side in the top 4 are a good chance with the likely winner coming from sunbury, riddell or woodend. Long way to go though. What ever happened to taking it one week at a time?

[matt_nicholls]

I for one think its pretty early for bold predictions as to who will win the big one and by how much. There is still along way to go and anything can happen. It doesn't take much, an injury to 2 or 3 good players, to put a side under the pump and to rule out a side that is undefeated at this point is plain stupidity. No offence pickles but if the cap fits. Looks to me that any side in the top 4 are a good chance with the likely winner coming from sunbury, riddell or woodend. Long way to go though. What ever happened to taking it one week at a time?

Just spicing things up fellas. Its my job after all, not only to report, but to create discussion and make comments. Sport is all about opinions.

If Sunbury Kangaroos lose this week it puts three sides 8-1 at the turn. Also, I never said the Roos or Hawks were out of contention, just said that Riddell will win IMO.

[joeblow2]

I for one think its pretty early for bold predictions as to who will win the big one and by how much. There is still along way to go and anything can happen. It doesn't take much, an injury to 2 or 3 good players, to put a side under the pump and to rule out a side that is undefeated at this point is plain stupidity. No offence pickles but if the cap fits. Looks to me that any side in the top 4 are a good chance with the likely winner coming from sunbury, riddell or woodend. Long way to go though. What ever happened to taking it one week at a time?
Spot on there crookknee. As has been stated, any of these teams can beat each other on a given day. I for one won't be making any bold predictions until September coz having the strongest list won't cut it then. It will be all about which 22 take the park on the day.

I will say that it appears to be a race in three atm, and it is great that the league is sparking so much debate. It shows we are stronger and more competetive, which in turn attracts the better quality players back to the league.

[woody07]

How many times have Woodend-Hesket been beaten at Gilbert Gordon in the last three seasons? About four times I reckon. Now I have a lot of respect for all of the top-five sides, I just think Riddell will win the flag. They have a range of goal kicking options, have good key position players and have a strong defence. Perhaps their midfield isn't as classy as the Roos' and Hawks' but they are tough at it and rarely let the opposition get an uncontested ball.

The one feature of finals that I like is that games are played on big grounds generally. The granny will be at Lancefield again this year, the prelim most likely at Macedon and the others at Kilmore, Riddell and Romsey.

Now I believe the Roos will benefit from the open spaces, but perhaps the Hawks will struggle. While I appreciate the wealth of class and talent and experience in Woodend-Hesket's side, I think they lack one key ingredient - a gun forward to kick to.

Jimmy Forrest kicked six on the weekend and could fill those boots, but I'm concerned about his consistency. Dowling and Salpy have been great in the pockets and up on the flank but they are not blokes that will take a lot of contested marks.

Not many defences in this comp can contain the likes of Allen, Besanko, Wadden, Harrison etc.

Now, I have been wrong before, many times in fact, but I will still put my balls on the line and make a call before the biggest and arguably the most crucial round of the season.

How bout you do the same and just tip the Hawks to beat whoever by 95 points in the granny!


I'm a little confused Matt-Based on your criteria the team that has a good focal point will be favourite to the flag-This is something that Riddell clearly no longer has. All those players you mentioned (Riddells forwardline) were well held when they played the hawks in a pretty quick game that provided plenty of space if they wanted to run to it. I'm not going to say Woodend will win the granny by 95 points because i dont want to come out with outlandish comments for the sake of it, particuarlywhen i dont think its true. My point was i disagree that at this stage Riddell are montys based on what we've seen so far. Furthermore Woodend and Sunbury have proven that they will be worthy contenders and are not nearly as far behind as you've been expressing. In fact they might even be in front of Riddell in relation to what they've achieved thus far and scope for improvement. Can you concede Matt that Riddell is not the side of the last two years. I'll stick to Sunbury beating them this week. For the record i believe the team that can spread their goals and be a little unpredictable will win the flag this year-i dont believe Riddell fits into this mould. Matt i also believe Sippy and cunnik might be two good options to take the odd mark up on the flanks. Respect your opinon Matt but just think your way off the mark with this one-but not as far off as predicitng Woodend to miss the finals.;)

[matt_nicholls]

I'm a little confused Matt-Based on your criteria the team that has a good focal point will be favourite to the flag-This is something that Riddell clearly no longer has. All those players you mentioned (Riddells forwardline) were well held when they played the hawks in a pretty quick game that provided plenty of space if they wanted to run to it. I'm not going to say Woodend will win the granny by 95 points because i dont want to come out with outlandish comments for the sake of it, particuarlywhen i dont think its true. My point was i disagree that at this stage Riddell are montys based on what we've seen so far. Furthermore Woodend and Sunbury have proven that they will be worthy contenders and are not nearly as far behind as you've been expressing. In fact they might even be in front of Riddell in relation to what they've achieved thus far and scope for improvement. Can you concede Matt that Riddell is not the side of the last two years. I'll stick to Sunbury beating them this week. For the record i believe the team that can spread their goals and be a little unpredictable will win the flag this year-i dont believe Riddell fits into this mould. Matt i also believe Sippy and cunnik might be two good options to take the odd mark up on the flanks. Respect your opinon Matt but just think your way off the mark with this one-but not as far off as predicitng Woodend to miss the finals.;)

Fair point woody, I would love to see the Roos or Hawks win it. Both very good sides and have an array of super blokes amongst them. Me and the Riddell boys don't really have much to do with one another.
I will also agree that Riddell are not the same side as the past two-three seasons. But I work for a newspaper and I decided to write that article this week instead of next because I didn't want people judging me of jumping on the bandwagon if Riddell won.
Needless to say, the result in this game won't affect the grand final result too much ... but you know that both sides and the Hawks will be desperate to finish first this year as it almost guarantees a grand final berth.

[woody07]

Fair point woody, I would love to see the Roos or Hawks win it. Both very good sides and have an array of super blokes amongst them. Me and the Riddell boys don't really have much to do with one another.
I will also agree that Riddell are not the same side as the past two-three seasons. But I work for a newspaper and I decided to write that article this week instead of next because I didn't want people judging me of jumping on the bandwagon if Riddell won.
Needless to say, the result in this game won't affect the grand final result too much ... but you know that both sides and the Hawks will be desperate to finish first this year as it almost guarantees a grand final berth.

Great discussion topic-keep up the great support and passion for our league. Be great to see a few more journalists get on board instead of following that poor excuse of a team called Kyneton! Sorry IMO-had to get that one in!

[matt_nicholls]

Great discussion topic-keep up the great support and passion for our league. Be great to see a few more journalists get on board instead of following that poor excuse of a team called Kyneton! Sorry IMO-had to get that one in!

Haha. Great call about Kyneton, would love to see them get beaten by North City this weekend (sorry no BFL talk on here IMS). Although Jamie from the Express is a good mate of mine and I think she would love to do more RDFL stuff but gets no support from the people above her.

Next discussion, most improved players this season. Qualification: must have played senior footy last season in the RDFL.

I'll start by nominating young Nathan Milner from Lancefield and Danny Harrison from Romsey.

[Hawker28]

Interesting stat - number of players used this year

Woodend 35
Kangaroos 26
Riddell 36
Romsey 31

Could be used either way for Mr Nicholls Case......

[matt_nicholls]

Interesting stat - number of players used this year

Woodend 35
Kangaroos 26
Riddell 36
Romsey 31

Could be used either way for Mr Nicholls Case......

Well I think those numbers are positive for all clubs involved.

Roos: Have kept same playing group together all season.
The only negative is that they haven't had any injuries to deal with. Although thats good for Dixon, odds suggest they'll get them at some stage.

Hawks: Have won most games without their best 22 on the park, appear to be getting close to full strength within 3-4 weeks.

Redbacks: Have given some young blokes and chance and been able to reward good reserves form. The two coaches know their best 22 though.

Bombers: Have proven that they can win games without their best 22, and have given some young blokes a go as well as reward reserves form.

[Kings Army]

Riddell truly are the best side in the competition... To smash Romsey without Bomber and the Allen brothers is a huge effort.. Would expect that the Allen brothers will return this week too to just strengthen an already awesome unit... :eek:


:eek: - Are you using this face because I said it was my favourite?
So many pretty faces to pick from as well. Very creative IMS.

Are you able to let me know who moderates the moderators?

[Hawker28]

:eek: - Are you using this face because I said it was my favourite?
So many pretty faces to pick from as well. Very creative IMS.

Are you able to let me know who moderates the moderators?

Are you 5 years old?

[joeblow2]

:eek: - Are you using this face because I said it was my favourite?
So many pretty faces to pick from as well. Very creative IMS.

Are you able to let me know who moderates the moderators?
Safe to say that not everything written on here is about you KA. Get over it.:thumbsd:

If you paid any attention to what was going on the :eek: smilie was clearly in reference to the fact the the Kangas are facing their toughest challenge this week against a side that is only getting stronger.

[woody07]

Well I think those numbers are positive for all clubs involved.

Roos: Have kept same playing group together all season.
The only negative is that they haven't had any injuries to deal with. Although thats good for Dixon, odds suggest they'll get them at some stage.

Hawks: Have won most games without their best 22 on the park, appear to be getting close to full strength within 3-4 weeks.

Redbacks: Have given some young blokes and chance and been able to reward good reserves form. The two coaches know their best 22 though.

Bombers: Have proven that they can win games without their best 22, and have given some young blokes a go as well as reward reserves form.

Are going to just the one game this week Matt or will get around to a couple?

[Itsmyshow]

Next discussion, most improved players this season. Qualification: must have played senior footy last season in the RDFL.

I'll start by nominating young Nathan Milner from Lancefield and Danny Harrison from Romsey.

Matt Welsh - Kangaroos
Dan Reilly - Diggers Rest

[matt_nicholls]

Are going to just the one game this week Matt or will get around to a couple?

As a huge RDFL fan I'd love to sit and watch the four quarters of Riddell v Sunbury Kangaroos. But I'm sure I'll be expected to drop in at Woodend-Hesket v Romsey and Lancefield v Diggers Rest (unless anyone can supply some good photos for me :confused:).

[OMNIPOTENT_1]

Haha. Great call about Kyneton, would love to see them get beaten by North City this weekend (sorry no BFL talk on here IMS). Although Jamie from the Express is a good mate of mine and I think she would love to do more RDFL stuff but gets no support from the people above her.

Next discussion, most improved players this season. Qualification: must have played senior footy last season in the RDFL.

I'll start by nominating young Nathan Milner from Lancefield and Danny Harrison from Romsey.

Could'nt agree more about Harrison that kid is a ball magnet & a fearless one at that.

Others on the improve I've seen,

Al Collins - Macedon
Ben Shippard - Woodend
Mat Krul - Rockbank
Murry McDougall - Riddell

[matt_nicholls]

Read about Cornish's 10 goals, Romsey's failure against Riddell, Lancefield's cameo against Sunbury Kangaroos and more at www.centralsport.org (http://www.centralsport.org)

[Big Man27]

hello Matt. I like your reporting for the comp. I was at the game of Riddle v Romsey and some of the players that have been talked up in this thread were ordianry at best. Morgan did nothing. Blade was average. I would like to start a most underrated section. A couple that id put in are Heritage from diggers rest and from what i saw on the weekend Keenan off the backline for Romsey. His disposal is very good while keeping his man quite. When are these types of players going to get recognized instead of the same old names that havnt done much at all.Cheers.

[Itsmyshow]

hello Matt. I like your reporting for the comp. I was at the game of Riddle v Romsey and some of the players that have been talked up in this thread were ordianry at best. Morgan did nothing. Blade was average. I would like to start a most underrated section. A couple that id put in are Heritage from diggers rest and from what i saw on the weekend Keenan off the backline for Romsey. His disposal is very good while keeping his man quite. When are these types of players going to get recognized instead of the same old names that havnt done much at all.Cheers.

Heritage is far from underrated but I agree, it is always the same names.. I would say Dan Reilly from Diggers, James Climas from Riddell, Adam Johnstone from Woodend and Adam Goudge from Kilmore are some of the more underrated players in the competition.

[matt_nicholls]

Heritage is far from underrated but I agree, it is always the same names.. I would say Dan Reilly from Diggers, James Climas from Riddell, Adam Johnstone from Woodend and Adam Goudge from Kilmore are some of the more underrated players in the competition.

Add to that list:

Adam Moedt (Kilmore) - hasn't had many goals kicked on him this year.

Paul Podbury (Woodend-Hesket) - never gets as many accolades as he deserves.

Damien Niki (Sunbury Kangaroos) - has been in scintillating form this year.

[Blueboy16]

Dont forget the other Forum boys www.rdfl2005.proboards78.com. Has a thread for each Club to add thoughts plus polls etc.

[Mongrel]

IS S Tresize going to be factor come September for the Bombers ?

Not trying to stir the pot but may worry some clubs.

shaking in our boots:D

[OMNIPOTENT_1]

shaking in our boots:D

Now thats a match up I'de like to see champ, any chance you going down back this week ?

[howzat]

Heritage is far from underrated but I agree, it is always the same names.. I would say Dan Reilly from Diggers, James Climas from Riddell, Adam Johnstone from Woodend and Adam Goudge from Kilmore are some of the more underrated players in the competition.is james climas the son of chris climas that used to play for macedon ? if it is i hope he goes better than his old man he was the biggest sheep dog ever on and off the field.

[vantheman32]

Under rated player-
Dono from Sunbury is a gun!
i think Tristan Salter is pretty under rated also very rarely has a bag kicked against him even when kilmore got beated fairly easily 3 weeks in a row, he kept his opponents quiet! good defender with a high level of fitness.

[ozdevil1978]

IS S Tresize going to be factor come September for the Bombers ?

Not trying to stir the pot but may worry some clubs.


isthat the same scott tresize that played 4 albanvale in the western region f.l few years ago now

if so his shit i cleaned him up a beauty 1 game lmao:)

[joeblow2]

is james climas the son of chris climas that used to play for macedon ? if it is i hope he goes better than his old man he was the biggest sheep dog ever on and off the field.
Definition of sheep dog: always outside the pack, won't do the hard stuff. Bit like potting someone from behind a computer alias really, isn't it?

[Mongrel]

Now thats a match up I'de like to see champ, any chance you going down back this week ?

no i dont think so pal.but being old mates,no doubt we will bump into eachother at some stage.huge game 4 both sides.CANT WAIT:thumbsu:

[Mongrel]

is james climas the son of chris climas that used to play for macedon ? if it is i hope he goes better than his old man he was the biggest sheep dog ever on and off the field.

id be very careful here boys.make sure u know your facts

[Kings Army]

Are you able to let me know who moderates the moderators?

IMS - above is a very simple question.

:confused: < This one is funny as well - confused as well as a question - brillant.

If you cannot answer then please supply a contact who can.

[Mike Lyon]

Hello all,

Long time reader, First time poster.

Thought it was about time that Mr Lyon got involved in this super thread revolving itself around a super league.

I have been following the RDFL closely for the past couple of years and am impressed by the competition as a whole and the level of games that are played. Its super stuff.

Also, it is really good to see so many passionate RDFL people posting on this site about thier respective clubs. Makes for exciting times in the RDFL.

Keep up the good work all.. You will all be hearing alot more from me in the future.

Mike out... :thumbsu:

[catters078]

isthat the same scott tresize that played 4 albanvale in the western region f.l few years ago now

if so his shit i cleaned him up a beauty 1 game lmao:)

i think trisize got reported for elbowing. dont know if he got rubbed out, but if he does he'll get at least a couple

[Hawker28]

Was at training last night in about 2 degree weather that Woodend provides most of the time during winter, and a little birdy let a cat out of the bag that Riddell within the next two weeks could be strengthened again!

Now one of these blokes is a damm good footballer as we have seen for the last couple of years, but with him making interleague and kicking a substantial amount of goals for in another league! Now we heard this @ the start of the yeat and on anuber of occasions throughout the year but from this close source the time has come for Lee James to return! Work commitments and the new born is to much to handle with a 6 hour round trip to Mulwala on top! Now Slugger i know you read this so please put an end to these rumours, are you or are you not coming hom this weekend or next weekend?

The Next one is Marcus Power a former Riddell and Gisborne player, who left to head North, but is back and looking @ playing football this year! My source tells me that both Gisborne and Riddell a very keen to secure this man as he is a very hard nut at the football!

Now my source doesn't normally let me down that often but when the same continued rumours and the Bombers having a massive week ahead of them, could this be the extra ticket that may see them defeat the Roos?

Has anybody else within the RDFL District heard any speculation from this rumour?

[joeblow2]

Hello all,

Long time reader, First time poster.

Thought it was about time that Mr Lyon got involved in this super thread revolving itself around a super league.

I have been following the RDFL closely for the past couple of years and am impressed by the competition as a whole and the level of games that are played. Its super stuff.

Also, it is really good to see so many passionate RDFL people posting on this site about thier respective clubs. Makes for exciting times in the RDFL.

Keep up the good work all.. You will all be hearing alot more from me in the future.

Mike out... :thumbsu:
And we appreciate the POSITIVE comments from yourself. Welcome to the thread.

[Itsmyshow]

Hello all,

Long time reader, First time poster.

Thought it was about time that Mr Lyon got involved in this super thread revolving itself around a super league.

I have been following the RDFL closely for the past couple of years and am impressed by the competition as a whole and the level of games that are played. Its super stuff.

Also, it is really good to see so many passionate RDFL people posting on this site about thier respective clubs. Makes for exciting times in the RDFL.

Keep up the good work all.. You will all be hearing alot more from me in the future.

Mike out... :thumbsu:

Welcome to the RDFL thread Mike

[Itsmyshow]

Was at training last night in about 2 degree weather that Woodend provides most of the time during winter, and a little birdy let a cat out of the bag that Riddell within the next two weeks could be strengthened again!

Now one of these blokes is a damm good footballer as we have seen for the last couple of years, but with him making interleague and kicking a substantial amount of goals for in another league! Now we heard this @ the start of the yeat and on anuber of occasions throughout the year but from this close source the time has come for Lee James to return! Work commitments and the new born is to much to handle with a 6 hour round trip to Mulwala on top! Now Slugger i know you read this so please put an end to these rumours, are you or are you not coming hom this weekend or next weekend?

The Next one is Marcus Power a former Riddell and Gisborne player, who left to head North, but is back and looking @ playing football this year! My source tells me that both Gisborne and Riddell a very keen to secure this man as he is a very hard nut at the football!

Now my source doesn't normally let me down that often but when the same continued rumours and the Bombers having a massive week ahead of them, could this be the extra ticket that may see them defeat the Roos?

Has anybody else within the RDFL District heard any speculation from this rumour?

Surely he would be on a contract at Mulwala.. Would need to be a big reason for the club to release him.. But good players returning to the league can only be a positive for the RDFL.. :thumbsu:

[vantheman32]

Could be some good news for kilmore in the next week!

[Itsmyshow]

Could be some good news for kilmore in the next week!

Any hints Van?

[Trueblueroo]

Could be some good news for kilmore in the next week!

You going to Wallan?

[vantheman32]

No hints until i get a confirmation today, and no housey im not off to wallan smart ass!

[Trueblueroo]

No hints until i get a confirmation today, and no housey im not off to wallan smart ass!

I just thought it was the 'in thing' to do!

[Itsmyshow]

No hints until i get a confirmation today, and no housey im not off to wallan smart ass!

Well dont be shy when the confirmation arrives young Van...

[BrownDog2]

i think trisize got reported for elbowing. dont know if he got rubbed out, but if he does he'll get at least a couple

He took a 1 match set penalty