Open coaching positions

[jimbob21]

I know is only early but does it look like there will be any vacant coaching positions in the Talangatta League next year.

[Albert Park]

I know is only early but does it look like there will be any vacant coaching positions in the Talangatta League next year.

Not sure, but I'll have a guess in the interests of promoting discussion.

Barnawartha - possibly, but would think Hollard 1 more year
Beechworth - more than likely
Chiltern - probably not unless they want a playing coach, Dickins keen to coach somewhere.
Dederang - possibly
Kiewa - No, would think Bone again if he wants to
Mitta - yes
Rutherglen yes
Tallangatta - maybe
Thurgoona - No
Wodonga Saints - No
Yackandandah - yes

[jimbob21]

Thanls fo the info, very interesting.... Who are the front runners for the Mitta job?

[Mauler]

Any players in the league looking to step up and coach? I hear Cameron will try his luck somewhere but its being kept very quiet as to where abouts... Anyone know anything

[jimbob21]

I know there is a group of 5 to 8 players from (or previously from) an O&M club who are looking at getting a crew together and playing Talangatta League. The word is that Mitta is their number 1 preference.

[The Toecutter]

I know there is a group of 5 to 8 players from (or previously from) an O&M club who are looking at getting a crew together and playing Talangatta League. The word is that Mitta is their number 1 preference.F**k Mitta, who wants to play for those inbreds, they should challenge themselves and turn around a club eg. Tallangatta, Wodonga Saints etc. Anyone can play for perennial premiership contender (look at all the club sl*ts who have played for Osborne of the years) and ride their coat tails to a flag, but the challenge of turning a club around and creating success is far more satisfying. But i forgot Mitta don't play their players:rolleyes: so they'll have to look elsewhere any way:thumbsu:

[no orange peeler]

F**k Mitta, who wants to play for those inbreds, they should challenge themselves and turn around a club eg. Tallangatta, Wodonga Saints etc. Anyone can play for perennial premiership contender (look at all the club sl*ts who have played for Osborne of the years) and ride their coat tails to a flag, but the challenge of turning a club around and creating success is far more satisfying. But i forgot Mitta don't play their players:rolleyes: so they'll have to look elsewhere any way:thumbsu:
My thoughts exactly well said

[Albert Park]

F**k Mitta, who wants to play for those inbreds, they should challenge themselves and turn around a club eg. Tallangatta, Wodonga Saints etc. Anyone can play for perennial premiership contender (look at all the club sl*ts who have played for Osborne of the years) and ride their coat tails to a flag, but the challenge of turning a club around and creating success is far more satisfying. But i forgot Mitta don't play their players:rolleyes: so they'll have to look elsewhere any way:thumbsu:

Are you suggesting that a few "downhill skiiers" might jump on board the Mitta and Osborne bandwagons just so they can win a flag ??? Be interesting to see who gets on in the next few weeks before clearances close.

[hotcrossbuns18]

I can understand your point of view and a lot of bloke do head to clubs like Osbourne etc. just for the glory.
But, in saying that, if ever I decide to move home (Albury/Wodonga) Mitta would be where I'd go. I love the place, the mitta river, dartmouth dam plus their pub is great. Throw in a winning culture and locals who treat their players like royalty why wouldn't you wanna finish off your career there?

Summed it up to a T................. Absolutely spot on. Mitta is a great club to be a part of.:thumbsu: I'm just a newbie to the club but they are great for me and my family. Can't fault the club, atmosphere, surroundings etc etc etc

[benchwarmer1]

Summed it up to a T................. Absolutely spot on. Mitta is a great club to be a part of.:thumbsu: I'm just a newbie to the club but they are great for me and my family. Can't fault the club, atmosphere, surroundings etc etc etc


the supporters had a bit to say each break (far from positive) against dogs and they were in front most of the day except final 5-10 mins! although cant judge off only one game...you boys would know best! gotta love the faithful supporters

[Run Straight]

C'mon boys, supposed to be talking about open coaching positions on here, not just Mitta. Anyone got any opinions as to who will or won't keep there job. I heard Beechworth have already re-appointed their coach for 2008 !

[jimbob21]

What about Talangatta? Who is coaching them and are they doing a good job?

[Albert Park]

What about Talangatta? Who is coaching them and are they doing a good job?

Darren Mathey is coaching Tallangatta and said in the paper today that "there has been a lot of improvement on last year". Unfortunately there are 2 stats that would dispute that comment. Ladder position and number of wins - both worse than last year. I'm not a Tallangatta person so can only go on the cold hard facts. Maybe someone in the know can fill us in, coz from the outside it would seem he's not going too well and the job may be up for grabs at season's end. Finding someone of quality to coach a cellar-dweller though, is not an easy task.

[kickittome]

Darren Mathey is coaching Tallangatta and said in the paper today that "there has been a lot of improvement on last year". Unfortunately there are 2 stats that would dispute that comment. Ladder position and number of wins - both worse than last year. I'm not a Tallangatta person so can only go on the cold hard facts. Maybe someone in the know can fill us in, coz from the outside it would seem he's not going too well and the job may be up for grabs at season's end. Finding someone of quality to coach a cellar-dweller though, is not an easy task.

Black & white facts are hard to dismiss AP, but the club are very happy with him. They have been much closer in games than last year when blown away most games, won 4 but against lesser teams than this year when everyone has improved. As he said in paper, 3 guys over 30 and rest 21 or under is tough - you need those 24 to 28 ylds to make your team better. The depth at club is much better than last year as indicated by the 2's going ok, best depth since Bullioh reformed which has hurt Tallangatta big time - big struggle ahead for the hoppers to recruit and get proud club back up there - maybe merge with Bullioh again lol

[switch the play]

Ryan Richardson was recruited to KSC as a replacement for Bone in 2008 as i believe.There has also been strong links with Dickins to Thurgoona for a couple of years since his arrival at Chiltern that he would spend 2 years there and then return to Thurgoona (where he lives) to coach in 2008.That started 2 years ago and grew legs last year;however thurgoona's improvement this year would surely allow the current coach first opportunity to lead again next year wouldnt you think?Or would they look at a higher profile type coach?My belief would be to stick to what is obviously working for them.Maybe the Thurgoona of old may have opted for the former but they have got things right in the last couple of years so i'm sure they will make the right descision

[The Toecutter]

There has also been strong links with Dickins to Thurgoona for a couple of years since his arrival at Chiltern that he would spend 2 years there and then return to Thurgoona (where he lives) to coach in 2008.That started 2 years ago and grew legs last year;however thurgoona's improvement this year would surely allow the current coach first opportunity to lead again next year wouldnt you think?Or would they look at a higher profile type coach?My belief would be to stick to what is obviously working for them.Maybe the Thurgoona of old may have opted for the former but they have got things right in the last couple of years so i'm sure they will make the right descisionDicko is a nice bloke and a fair player, but i have doubts whether he is coaching material. Anyone who knows him personally knows that he's closer to Zoolander than Ron Barassi when it comes to the finer points of coaching:D

[Gurnerd Fanning]

Darren Mathey is coaching Tallangatta and said in the paper today that "there has been a lot of improvement on last year". Unfortunately there are 2 stats that would dispute that comment. Ladder position and number of wins - both worse than last year. I'm not a Tallangatta person so can only go on the cold hard facts. Maybe someone in the know can fill us in, coz from the outside it would seem he's not going too well and the job may be up for grabs at season's end. Finding someone of quality to coach a cellar-dweller though, is not an easy task.

If memory serves correctly Darren Mathey coached Tallangatta a few years back and never got them to a premiership. Why would a club like Tallangatta that has been starved of success for years now get him back for a second crack at it? You have to ask the question what the board is like at tallangatta and what shape the club is in? I'm not throwing stones but what are other people thoughts.:confused:

[More Than a Game]

Dicko is a nice bloke and a fair player, but i have doubts whether he is coaching material. Anyone who knows him personally knows that he's closer to Zoolander than Ron Barassi when it comes to the finer points of coaching:D

he is a top bloke, and i agree with you TT. the only thing that may sway him to go there is if they install a Mens Salon near Kinross Oval.

If memory serves correctly Darren Mathey coached Tallangatta a few years back and never got them to a premiership. Why would a club like Tallangatta that has been starved of success for years now get him back for a second crack at it? You have to ask the question what the board is like at tallangatta and what shape the club is in? I'm not throwing stones but what are other people thoughts.:confused:

not throwing stones at all GF, that statement was mentioned around the traps when he was appointed. Maybe this year was a chance for the Hoppers to get him back as a non-playing coach and save a bit of dough(non-playing coaches do get considerably less don't they?) my guess is that they will load up in the off season (if they haven't started the process by now, they should get cracking. coupled with the money they would have wasted on Kinross this year, they should have a bit.

[kickittome]

he is a top bloke, and i agree with you TT. the only thing that may sway him to go there is if they install a Mens Salon near Kinross Oval.



not throwing stones at all GF, that statement was mentioned around the traps when he was appointed. Maybe this year was a chance for the Hoppers to get him back as a non-playing coach and save a bit of dough(non-playing coaches do get considerably less don't they?) my guess is that they will load up in the off season (if they haven't started the process by now, they should get cracking. coupled with the money they would have wasted on Kinross this year, they should have a bit.

Well MTAG Tallangatta havent wasted money on Kinross when he only played 4 games before his knee injury & he gets considerbly less than most overpaid underperfomers in the league. Mathey got the hoppers to a GF in 2002 with a team that wasnt as good as the Barny's & Mitta's but he brought them together to play as a team. Yes they should be loading up & going now & hopefully they are for sake of the comp as a team with a town of a 1000 odd people behind it should be doing much better, but has someone has said, when the juniors go to Bullioh for easy back yard footy & not prepared to try a higher comp, it has hurt the hoppers big time.

[Albert Park]

Even if Dickins does want to coach, the way the Bulldogs are going I would be very surprised if they were looking for a new coach at the end of the year. Surely not even the Dogs would get rid of a bloke who is mid 20's & one of the better players in the comp. Anyone know more about Wightman ? I only know he came from Albury.

[DOGGIE DEFENDER]

Even if Dickins does want to coach, the way the Bulldogs are going I would be very surprised if they were looking for a new coach at the end of the year. Surely not even the Dogs would get rid of a bloke who is mid 20's & one of the better players in the comp. Anyone know more about Wightman ? I only know he came from Albury.

Lets set a couple of things straight.(I believe)
1. Dickins WILL NOT coach Chiltern or Thurgoona.:mad:
2. Thurgoona WILL NOT be looking for a new coach in '08 or '09:mad:
3. Wightman started as a tallanted junior for Rams(u/18's) TAC, and payed senior footy for Queenbeyan where as a 17yo played in and won a grand final.
Recruited to Albury and continued 2 or 3 very solid seasons before turning his sights on lifting the Doggies from 2006 after winning the B&F that year.;)

[spottydog]

Even if Dickins does want to coach, the way the Bulldogs are going I would be very surprised if they were looking for a new coach at the end of the year. Surely not even the Dogs would get rid of a bloke who is mid 20's & one of the better players in the comp. Anyone know more about Wightman ? I only know he came from Albury.
worst coach ever!!!!!!! lol :D

[Gurnerd Fanning]

Well MTAG Tallangatta havent wasted money on Kinross when he only played 4 games before his knee injury & he gets considerbly less than most overpaid underperfomers in the league. Mathey got the hoppers to a GF in 2002 with a team that wasnt as good as the Barny's & Mitta's but he brought them together to play as a team. Yes they should be loading up & going now & hopefully they are for sake of the comp as a team with a town of a 1000 odd people behind it should be doing much better, but has someone has said, when the juniors go to Bullioh for easy back yard footy & not prepared to try a higher comp, it has hurt the hoppers big time.


It would seem from the outside that Tallangatta are stuggling more than they let on. Surely a club that has struggled for success for years now aren't going going places if they could only get a past coach, his brothers and have recruited the majority of their players from the upper murray. Leigh Clarke coached a couple of years back I think and Tallangatta should have had an idea what he would be like. (very lazy) As for Mathey, I can't really see him being able to recruit the quality players needed to be a premiership contender given that he was only a mediocre players for Wodonga 2's.
It's probably time for the offiicals at Tallangatta to get of their arses and try something to get the club of the ground. A higher profile coach ie. Ross Hillary for Yack or even Mr Copely, would have to be on the cards.
Insanity is trying the same thing and expecting a different result.

[jimbob21]

Tell us what you really think Gurnard!
I do agree though.
The hard thing is that good coaches dont just grow on trees. Any suggestions?
I'd like to throw Brent Lillis in the mix, still a good player and has very good recruiting power. Any thoughts?

[Gurnerd Fanning]

Tell us what you really think Gurnard!
I do agree though.
The hard thing is that good coaches dont just grow on trees. Any suggestions?
I'd like to throw Brent Lillis in the mix, still a good player and has very good recruiting power. Any thoughts?

JB21 I hope I don't sound to harsh on the hoppers as that wasn't my intension.
I am just putting some ideas up for discussion and it's always good to hear that i'm not alone. I'm not exactly sure who Brent Lillis is, although I do recall seeing his name mentioned regulary in the O and M. but I do think that a club struggling needs to go for a coach capable of recruiting quality players not just a heap of players just to keep numbers up.
Who did Lillis play for when he was in the O and M?:)

[More Than a Game]

Well MTAG Tallangatta havent wasted money on Kinross when he only played 4 games before his knee injury & he gets considerbly less than most overpaid underperfomers in the league. Mathey got the hoppers to a GF in 2002 with a team that wasnt as good as the Barny's & Mitta's but he brought them together to play as a team. Yes they should be loading up & going now & hopefully they are for sake of the comp as a team with a town of a 1000 odd people behind it should be doing much better, but has someone has said, when the juniors go to Bullioh for easy back yard footy & not prepared to try a higher comp, it has hurt the hoppers big time.

re-read my quote moron!, it said "the money they would have wasted" not did. my comment was in regards to the remaining 12 games that they won't be wasting their money on him.
back to the coaching positions, i think Yack have secured all Coaching positions for 2008.

[More Than a Game]

JB21 I hope I don't sound to harsh on the hoppers as that wasn't my intension.
I am just putting some ideas up for discussion and it's always good to hear that i'm not alone. I'm not exactly sure who Brent Lillis is, although I do recall seeing his name mentioned regulary in the O and M. but I do think that a club struggling needs to go for a coach capable of recruiting quality players not just a heap of players just to keep numbers up.
Who did Lillis play for when he was in the O and M?:)

well liked character at Raiders! very hard at it, and great footy brain.

[jimbob21]

I will admit that I might be a little bias because Brent Lillis was one of my good mates before I moved west but I reckon any Talangatta League club without a coach next season shoud look at him.
He's only 27 but has the respect and brain to coach, he has 3 to 4 years playing ahead of him and I'm sure that if he were to make the move there would be a handful of his mates at Raiders who would follow.
Vin Glass is another name that comes to mind, so is Rod Winner.

Also, why dont Talangatta approach Ian Butler? He coached me years back and I reckon he's a genious at coaching.

[The Toecutter]

Vin Glass is another name that comes to mind, so is Rod Winner.
After watching Vin Glass play against Federal at the weekend i would it would be in a non-playing role. Moose is also likely to be a non-playing coach after having a knee reco two years ago and advancing age, however he does have excellent contacts. What about Ben Stewart as a possible coach? Been a fine player in his day, well respected in the footy community and would be able to bring some quality players with him:thumbsu:

[jimbob21]

After watching Vin Glass play against Federal at the weekend i would it would be in a non-playing role. Moose is also likely to be a non-playing coach after having a knee reco two years ago and advancing age, however he does have excellent contacts. What about Ben Stewart as a possible coach? Been a fine player in his day, well respected in the footy community and would be able to bring some quality players with him:thumbsu:

I believe that Benny's family/work commitments will take up too much time however I totally agree with the above comment. i wasn't thinking of vinny or moose as playing coaches either, they'd both be 35+ surely

[More Than a Game]

I will admit that I might be a little bias because Brent Lillis was one of my good mates before I moved west but I reckon any Talangatta League club without a coach next season shoud look at him.
He's only 27 but has the respect and brain to coach, he has 3 to 4 years playing ahead of him and I'm sure that if he were to make the move there would be a handful of his mates at Raiders who would follow.
Vin Glass is another name that comes to mind, so is Rod Winner.

Also, why dont Talangatta approach Ian Butler? He coached me years back and I reckon he's a genious at coaching.

No biased there JB. The Gecko is a very level-headed bloke who would be an asset to any club.
Moose will not be looking at coaching just yet. He said he owes it to Howlong to stay there as a player when he is able to return. Best way to fin out though is speak to Moose and Gecko's Manager, Mr Chris Artis! the Bull knows everything.

[kickittome]

I will admit that I might be a little bias because Brent Lillis was one of my good mates before I moved west but I reckon any Talangatta League club without a coach next season shoud look at him.
He's only 27 but has the respect and brain to coach, he has 3 to 4 years playing ahead of him and I'm sure that if he were to make the move there would be a handful of his mates at Raiders who would follow.
Vin Glass is another name that comes to mind, so is Rod Winner.

Also, why dont Talangatta approach Ian Butler? He coached me years back and I reckon he's a genious at coaching.

Has been approached and didnt not want to do it at the time. Have abit to do with club and over 25 guys asked to do job for this season. Hard to find good coaches

[kickittome]

JB21 I hope I don't sound to harsh on the hoppers as that wasn't my intension.
I am just putting some ideas up for discussion and it's always good to hear that i'm not alone. I'm not exactly sure who Brent Lillis is, although I do recall seeing his name mentioned regulary in the O and M. but I do think that a club struggling needs to go for a coach capable of recruiting quality players not just a heap of players just to keep numbers up.
Who did Lillis play for when he was in the O and M?:)

I think it is a bit harsh Gurnerd unless you are involved at the club, good coaches dont grow on trees and hoppers asked a lot to do the job, most wont as they only want ass: coach roles as it is easier, big money for little work and wont take the challenge on. Mathey a bit more than a struggling Wod 2's player i would think, did win a Barton medal. Whats your form Gernerd??

[kickittome]

re-read my quote moron!, it said "the money they would have wasted" not did. my comment was in regards to the remaining 12 games that they won't be wasting their money on him.
back to the coaching positions, i think Yack have secured all Coaching positions for 2008.

Hey dick****, hopppers would not be wasting money on kinross if he was playing or not playing as he only gets a small amount & puts it back into the club, compared to other paid players in this comp who get ridiculous money. Read my quote!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Just how is the value for money Yack is getting from Purcell this year? Send offs, no big hauls of goals and struggling, maybe wasted, maybe not!!! My guess he will be off to greener pastures again soon and Yack will have wasted the money.

[Run Straight]

i think Yack have secured all Coaching positions for 2008.

So who are the Yack coaches MTAG ??

[More Than a Game]

Hey dick****, hopppers would not be wasting money on kinross if he was playing or not playing as he only gets a small amount & puts it back into the club, compared to other paid players in this comp who get ridiculous money. Read my quote!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Just how is the value for money Yack is getting from Purcell this year? Send offs, no big hauls of goals and struggling, maybe wasted, maybe not!!! My guess he will be off to greener pastures again soon and Yack will have wasted the money.

he may not be having the season he had last year but certainly is valuable. this thread is about Coaches anyway, so get on the TDFL thread and voice your opinions there shit for brains.

So who are the Yack coaches MTAG ??

at this stage, unchanged RS.

[kickittome]

he may not be having the season he had last year but certainly is valuable. this thread is about Coaches anyway, so get on the TDFL thread and voice your opinions there shit for brains.



at this stage, unchanged RS.

Yes i thought this thread was on coaches, but believe you brought up the Kinross name, so take your own advice and voice it on the TDFL thread.

[More Than a Game]

Yes i thought this thread was on coaches, but believe you brought up the Kinross name, so take your own advice and voice it on the TDFL thread.

so the title of Kinross as Assistant Coach does not qualify him to be spoken of on this thread?? you ****in idiot!

for the other people on this thread that have a brain, JimBob21 could be correct with his mentioning of Rod Winner and Brent Lillis as coaches next year. i dont know too much at this stage but know they have been spoken to by a local club. dont know which league though.

[The Toecutter]

Hey dick****, hopppers would not be wasting money on kinross if he was playing or not playing as he only gets a small amount & puts it back into the club, compared to other paid players in this comp who get ridiculous money. Read my quote!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Just how is the value for money Yack is getting from Purcell this year? Send offs, no big hauls of goals and struggling, maybe wasted, maybe not!!! My guess he will be off to greener pastures again soon and Yack will have wasted the money.Well said, I know for a fact Tallangatta were paying Kinross very minimal money for being assistant coach. As the saying goes "If you want to know you don't go to the horses arse, go to the horses mouth". So i asked the man himself:D

[kickittome]

so the title of Kinross as Assistant Coach does not qualify him to be spoken of on this thread?? you ****in idiot!

for the other people on this thread that have a brain, JimBob21 could be correct with his mentioning of Rod Winner and Brent Lillis as coaches next year. i dont know too much at this stage but know they have been spoken to by a local club. dont know which league though.

Hey MTAG, seeing as you follow Yack how can talk bout the hoppers - Kinross is not or was not assistant coach!!!! Where that has come from blows our minds. He has been asked to help out and has done so greatly, has had knee reco and is helping at the club with things like timekeeping etc, how many players would do that. Get your facts right before you use you brain or what you have of one - as you look like the idiot!!! As far as in concerned thats the last time i reply to someone who is misinformed, get it right or ask, as that whats big footy is about!!

[kickittome]

Well said, I know for a fact Tallangatta were paying Kinross very minimal money for being assistant coach. As the saying goes "If you want to know you don't go to the horses arse, go to the horses mouth". So i asked the man himself:D

Cheers Toecutter, as said tho dont know where the assistant coach bit comes from but he has been of great help around the club in general.

[More Than a Game]

Hey MTAG, seeing as you follow Yack how can talk bout the hoppers - Kinross is not or was not assistant coach!!!! Where that has come from blows our minds. He has been asked to help out and has done so greatly, has had knee reco and is helping at the club with things like timekeeping etc, how many players would do that. Get your facts right before you use you brain or what you have of one - as you look like the idiot!!! As far as in concerned thats the last time i reply to someone who is misinformed, get it right or ask, as that whats big footy is about!!

Cheers Toecutter, as said tho dont know where the assistant coach bit comes from but he has been of great help around the club in general.

I follow Yack and have a vested interest in the TDFL in general, which gives me the qualification to comment on whatever/whoever i like. it feels great to get shit off your chest on these threads doesnt it boys!! now take it out on the field and get Mathey that much needed win he deserves. P.S Tom McKenzie is a gun!

[More Than a Game]

now, back to Open Coaching Positions! anyone know Butters' situation at the Saints next year? has he committed or standing down?

[Run Straight]

now, back to Open Coaching Positions! anyone know Butters' situation at the Saints next year? has he committed or standing down?

You'd reckon he would get another year. First year coach, and hasn't done anything too horrible at the Saints, they're fairly competitive tho haven't won many. You reckon Hillary is doing Yack again, I heard that Beechworth have already reappointed Romeril. Mentioned on this thread that Richo will take over from Bone, and I probably think there is a fair chance of that happening. I think Mitta will definitely look for a new coach. I know Rutherglen are happy with theirs, so up to him if he stays.
I'd reckon Knight will get another year at Chiltern, not sure what they'll do at Tallangatta. Dederang coach wasn't that keen after round 4, but has strung some wins together so might go around again. What's happening at Barny Big Al ?

[switch the play]

You'd reckon he would get another year. First year coach, and hasn't done anything too horrible at the Saints, they're fairly competitive tho haven't won many. You reckon Hillary is doing Yack again, I heard that Beechworth have already reappointed Romeril. Mentioned on this thread that Richo will take over from Bone, and I probably think there is a fair chance of that happening. I think Mitta will definitely look for a new coach. I know Rutherglen are happy with theirs, so up to him if he stays.
I'd reckon Knight will get another year at Chiltern, not sure what they'll do at Tallangatta. Dederang coach wasn't that keen after round 4, but has strung some wins together so might go around again. What's happening at Barny Big Al ?
Incorrect on a couple RS.Apparently Beechworth's constitution states they re-advertise every year;Dicketts already building for 2008 at DMB;Knight not keen to go again;word is Lindsay Seymour at Rutherglen.Slater is rumoured at Mitta,but Packer has the score on the board thus far.

[kickittome]

I follow Yack and have a vested interest in the TDFL in general, which gives me the qualification to comment on whatever/whoever i like. it feels great to get shit off your chest on these threads doesnt it boys!! now take it out on the field and get Mathey that much needed win he deserves. P.S Tom McKenzie is a gun!

Fair enough MTAG & yes it feels good to talk shit hey. Now just in case you didnt read the border on Monday the hoppers did win on sat, beat the saints and got mathey the win he deserved. Just thought you may have been a week behind things with that comment and yes Tom McK was great on sat.

[Benched]

Fair enough MTAG & yes it feels good to talk shit hey. Now just in case you didnt read the border on Monday the hoppers did win on sat, beat the saints and got mathey the win he deserved. Just thought you may have been a week behind things with that comment and yes Tom McK was great on sat.


What about Mark Sanson he lives in Thurgoona and travels to Henty he could coach a Tallangatta league club without as much travel as he does now. Has been at Henty for two or three years so may be ready to change.

[have a RHG]

What about Mark Sanson he lives in Thurgoona and travels to Henty he could coach a Tallangatta league club without as much travel as he does now. Has been at Henty for two or three years so may be ready to change.
The blokes a knob i don't think anyone would want him he'd have to go to the furthest club away from town where know one knew him.

[rowger]

I seen the name Ian Butler mentioned. Is he related to Mitch Butler? I have heard that Mitch will be relocating to the region. He would be a handy pick up for any club in the region.

[rowger]

Incorrect on a couple RS.Apparently Beechworth's constitution states they re-advertise every year;Dicketts already building for 2008 at DMB;Knight not keen to go again;word is Lindsay Seymour at Rutherglen.Slater is rumoured at Mitta,but Packer has the score on the board thus far.
Will Nick Conway apply for the Mitta job?

[The Toecutter]

I seen the name Ian Butler mentioned. Is he related to Mitch Butler? I have heard that Mitch will be relocating to the region. He would be a handy pick up for any club in the region.I'm more a fan of Erica Butler:D:D:D

[rowger]

I'm more a fan of Erica Butler:D:D:D
Your a brave man Toecutter! I hope Ian Butler does not visit Bigfooty.

[The fat side]

Your a brave man Toecutter! I hope Ian Butler does not visit Bigfooty.

Id say a very very brave man!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Gurnerd Fanning]

Anyway, back to coaching positions.
Will Conway go for the Mitta job and will Bone stay on at Kiewa?
Is there any rumblings comming from other teams that wont be in the finals action? For the teams that aren't there in september, they should be starting to look around now so you would expect to start hear some rumours comming out.:D:D:D

[Run Straight]

at this stage, unchanged RS.

Hey MTAG, I hear your info on Hillary doing Yack again may be incorrect. Was told this weekend that he has already informed them that he will definitely not be coaching them in 2008.

[rowger]

Hey MTAG, I hear your info on Hillary doing Yack again may be incorrect. Was told this weekend that he has already informed them that he will definitely not be coaching them in 2008.
I can confirm that too RS. Had a conversation with a Yack player on the weekend and he said the same. Who are the obvious candidates?

[jimbob21]

Anyway, back to coaching positions.
Will Conway go for the Mitta job?

My mail is that if Packer steps down Nic Conway will definetly coach them.

[More Than a Game]

Hey MTAG, I hear your info on Hillary doing Yack again may be incorrect. Was told this weekend that he has already informed them that he will definitely not be coaching them in 2008.

I can confirm that too RS. Had a conversation with a Yack player on the weekend and he said the same. Who are the obvious candidates?

OK! i wasn't completely honest with you all! but Ross' decision was only made Public last Thursday (so i heard yesterday)
apparently Ross has told the Roos he won't go on next year. reasons include age, family, and his network for recruiting has been stretched to its limits. will more than likely be on Selection etc if new Coach wants (who wouldn't have him? only lives 5 minutes out of Yack)
there are rumours that Yack have spoken to someone but at this stage thats all. Believe me, whoever takes the job on will be stepping into a great position. good young blokes coming through, some good "old" heads out there and a very proactive committee. would need to bring a few key players with him to compliment the top 6 or 8 they already have (Purcell, Fraser, Clayton, Powell, Dale, Hillary, Hay, Dowling, Rose etc)
what is Corey Lambert up to next year? he could be a possible candidate for a TDFL position. or would he still like to get back into O and M?

[The porch monkey]

F**k Mitta, who wants to play for those inbreds, they should challenge themselves and turn around a club eg. Tallangatta, Wodonga Saints etc. Anyone can play for perennial premiership contender (look at all the club sl*ts who have played for Osborne of the years) and ride their coat tails to a flag, but the challenge of turning a club around and creating success is far more satisfying. But i forgot Mitta don't play their players:rolleyes: so they'll have to look elsewhere any way:thumbsu:

Are you suggesting that a few "downhill skiiers" might jump on board the Mitta and Osborne bandwagons just so they can win a flag ??? Be interesting to see who gets on in the next few weeks before clearances close.

Nic Conway & Kerry Bahr spring to mind.

[Benched]

Nic Conway & Kerry Bahr spring to mind.

Slater to coach Mitta with his previous connections to the club seems logical and what about Hilton to Tallangatta he does play cricket for the hoppers and with his knee injuries would not have too many years left at O&M level.

[More Than a Game]

Slater to coach Mitta with his previous connections to the club seems logical and what about Hilton to Tallangatta he does play cricket for the hoppers and with his knee injuries would not have too many years left at O&M level.

do you mean Mark "Bomber" Hilton from North Albury?

[Wilfred]

Who are the front runners for the yack job at this stage?

[jimbob21]

I didn't think the Yack job was vacant Wilfred, isn't Hillary going around again?

[More Than a Game]

OK! i wasn't completely honest with you all! but Ross' decision was only made Public last Thursday (so i heard yesterday)
apparently Ross has told the Roos he won't go on next year. reasons include age, family, and his network for recruiting has been stretched to its limits. will more than likely be on Selection etc if new Coach wants (who wouldn't have him? only lives 5 minutes out of Yack)
there are rumours that Yack have spoken to someone but at this stage thats all. Believe me, whoever takes the job on will be stepping into a great position. good young blokes coming through, some good "old" heads out there and a very proactive committee. would need to bring a few key players with him to compliment the top 6 or 8 they already have (Purcell, Fraser, Clayton, Powell, Dale, Hillary, Hay, Dowling, Rose etc)
what is Corey Lambert up to next year? he could be a possible candidate for a TDFL position. or would he still like to get back into O and M?

Who are the front runners for the yack job at this stage?


I didn't think the Yack job was vacant Wilfred, isn't Hillary going around again?



see the quotes from previous pages gents, Yack job is wide open!
as stated, whoever takes on this job will be stepping into a great couple of season s ahead of them. home grown talent, experience and a great club.no front runners at this stage, apparently they are just putting the feelers out to see who wants to Coach.
any suggestions?
can anyone answer my question on Corey Lambert

[Benched]

do you mean Mark "Bomber" Hilton from North Albury?


Yep thats the one, he has connections through cricket but I am not sure looking at Saturdays score even he could help the poor old hoppers. One goal between all four sides that played on the weekend does not put them in a good spot to lure good coaches.

[jimbob21]

yeah sorry mtag shoulda read previous posts

[Almost done]

see the quotes from previous pages gents, Yack job is wide open!
as stated, whoever takes on this job will be stepping into a great couple of season s ahead of them. home grown talent, experience and a great club.no front runners at this stage, apparently they are just putting the feelers out to see who wants to Coach.
any suggestions?
can anyone answer my question on Corey Lambert

Would Jarrod Hillary step up and have a good at the coaching gig? He did a good job as Marc Duryea's AC at Holbrook and would surely have coaching aspirations himself.

I have heard on the grapevine that Lambert is very interested in a district league coaching job, in fact apparently had his eye on the Thurgoona job however was informed that it's not available and won't be for some time. Only a rumour though.

[Big Al 11]

Would Jarrod Hillary step up and have a good at the coaching gig? He did a good job as Marc Duryea's AC at Holbrook and would surely have coaching aspirations himself.

I have heard on the grapevine that Lambert is very interested in a district league coaching job, in fact apparently had his eye on the Thurgoona job however was informed that it's not available and won't be for some time. Only a rumour though.

I would think Jaz would make an excellent coach. Well respected both on and off the field and would no doubt be able to draw players :thumbsu:. Whether he stays at Yack again even as a player would be the big question.

[Run Straight]

I would think Jaz would make an excellent coach. Well respected both on and off the field and would no doubt be able to draw players :thumbsu:. Whether he stays at Yack again even as a player would be the big question.

Told me 2 weeks ago that he can't even commit to play for a club next year, as there is a big possibility that he will be travelling, so I can't see him taking on the coach's job. But agree, he would be a good coach. Corey Lambert is fairly confident he will get a senior O&M gig, so hasn't really considered coaching district league yet.

[rowger]

Told me 2 weeks ago that he can't even commit to play for a club next year, as there is a big possibility that he will be travelling, so I can't see him taking on the coach's job. But agree, he would be a good coach. Corey Lambert is fairly confident he will get a senior O&M gig, so hasn't really considered coaching district league yet.
Would club stalwart Scott Fraser be suited to the role?

[rowger]

The latest one going around is that Dale "Rat" Smith has been approached for the job at Rutherglen. Is there any truth in this?

[skipper]

The latest one going around is that Dale "Rat" Smith has been approached for the job at Rutherglen. Is there any truth in this?


FAT RAT SMITH.Deffinately be non playing. Would have thought his days are over?? More of a family man these days.

Clubs waste there time & money with non playing coaches

[Top Cat]

FAT RAT SMITH.Deffinately be non playing. Would have thought his days are over?? More of a family man these days.

Clubs waste there time & money with non playing coaches


who is Dale Smith? where does he play? Is he any good, would he bring players with him

[jimbob21]

rat doesn't play anymore but he's a good coach and a great bloke. i'm unsure of his recruiting powers.

[Albert Park]

So what's the state of play at the moment for coaching positions being available ? Here's a summary of this thread:
Kiewa: Bone staying or handover to Richo.
Thurgoona: Very unlikely to be available.
Mitta: Probably avail front runners Conway & Slater.
Barny: The silence is deafening, maybe Fairall or Hargreaves to take over.
Chiltern: Knight will probably stay.
Dederang: Dicketts probably again.
Yack: Available.
Beechworth: Will be advertised per constitution but Roma probably again.
Saints: Have heard nothing but would think Butters again.
Tallangatta: Probably available but can they get someone else after last years marathon.
Rutherglen: Probably available names mention L Seymour, Smith.

[More Than a Game]

So what's the state of play at the moment for coaching positions being available ? Here's a summary of this thread:
Kiewa: Bone staying or handover to Richo.
Thurgoona: Very unlikely to be available.
Mitta: Probably avail front runners Conway & Slater.
Barny: The silence is deafening, maybe Fairall or Hargreaves to take over.
Chiltern: Knight will probably stay.
Dederang: Dicketts probably again.
Yack: Available.
Beechworth: Will be advertised per constitution but Roma probably again.
Saints: Have heard nothing but would think Butters again.
Tallangatta: Probably available but can they get someone else after last years marathon.
Rutherglen: Probably available names mention L Seymour, Smith.

AP, who is the Smith you mention for Rutherglen?? also, i know Buttsy is a great bloke and all, but would the Saints be best to seek a big name player that can draw players. no offence to Kade but he has probably exhausted all his connections hasn't he? they did not pick up anyone that has made a huge difference this year.
and lastly, Fairall, are you joking!!! seriously, that is you having a giggle to yourself isn't it? Big Al, correct me if i'm wrong, but the bloke could not coach a fly to shit could he? not a bad bloke though all the same.

[More Than a Game]

Would club stalwart Scott Fraser be suited to the role?

i wouldn't think so! Scooter came back to Yack as Assistant to Norm Ritchie in 2003 and didn't enjoy the Coaching side that much apparently. he is probably too busy organising the footy trip anyway, or eating pies. he will also become a father in the off season so i would say he will just plod around again.(might give him an excuse not to do pre-season tho)

[More Than a Game]

AP, who is the Smith you mention for Rutherglen?? also, i know Buttsy is a great bloke and all, but would the Saints be best to seek a big name player that can draw players. no offence to Kade but he has probably exhausted all his connections hasn't he? they did not pick up anyone that has made a huge difference this year.
and lastly, Fairall, are you joking!!! seriously, that is you having a giggle to yourself isn't it? Big Al, correct me if i'm wrong, but the bloke could not coach a fly to shit could he? not a bad bloke though all the same.

my apologies on the Rat Smith question, i should have read the last page!

[Gurnerd Fanning]

MTAG
If Hillary is not going to do the job next year then the club would be crazy not to be sniffing around at the moment. Have you heard any info of who they have in mind? Who do you think will get the Job given that you are the gospel from yack?

[Kick it to me]

AP, who is the Smith you mention for Rutherglen?? also, i know Buttsy is a great bloke and all, but would the Saints be best to seek a big name player that can draw players. no offence to Kade but he has probably exhausted all his connections hasn't he? they did not pick up anyone that has made a huge difference this year.
and lastly, Fairall, are you joking!!! seriously, that is you having a giggle to yourself isn't it? Big Al, correct me if i'm wrong, but the bloke could not coach a fly to shit could he? not a bad bloke though all the same.

Why wouldn't Fairall be able to coach a fly to shit MTAG?:confused: Are you two buddies and your just poking sh1t in the public arena?
Ive heard him speak to a playing group and he seems to have a good understanding of the game and in my belief would be quite suited to a coaching position.
Playing coaches with six to seven years of good footy left are a rare commodity, he'd have a few contacts around the traps and the fact that he holds down a key position, I would think that would put him high on the list of a few clubs around town.

[switch the play]

Why wouldn't Fairall be able to coach a fly to shit MTAG?:confused: Are you two buddies and your just poking sh1t in the public arena?
Ive heard him speak to a playing group and he seems to have a good understanding of the game and in my belief would be quite suited to a coaching position.
Playing coaches with six to seven years of good footy left are a rare commodity, he'd have a few contacts around the traps and the fact that he holds down a key position, I would think that would put him high on the list of a few clubs around town.
Agree KITM his post must be in jest.Is a school teacher;so that gives him the ability to be both organised and have good communication skills.Also agree he would be a very good player for anyone that he chose to coach.He is a smart footballer so he could quite easily do it and more importantly do it well.

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Agree KITM his post must be in jest.Is a school teacher;so that gives him the ability to be both organised and have good communication skills.Also agree he would be a very good player for anyone that he chose to coach.He is a smart footballer so he could quite easily do it and more importantly do it well.

What's the go with old man Holland out there at Barny switch? Will he continue to coach or will he hand over the mantle?

[DOGGIE DEFENDER]

AD, I see you've included a family portrait. Very touching!
Is that you in the middle of the back row? or are they prospective coach's for some of the TDFL teams?

[More Than a Game]

MTAG
If Hillary is not going to do the job next year then the club would be crazy not to be sniffing around at the moment. Have you heard any info of who they have in mind? Who do you think will get the Job given that you are the gospel from yack?

Why wouldn't Fairall be able to coach a fly to shit MTAG?:confused: Are you two buddies and your just poking sh1t in the public arena?
Ive heard him speak to a playing group and he seems to have a good understanding of the game and in my belief would be quite suited to a coaching position.
Playing coaches with six to seven years of good footy left are a rare commodity, he'd have a few contacts around the traps and the fact that he holds down a key position, I would think that would put him high on the list of a few clubs around town.

Agree KITM his post must be in jest.Is a school teacher;so that gives him the ability to be both organised and have good communication skills.Also agree he would be a very good player for anyone that he chose to coach.He is a smart footballer so he could quite easily do it and more importantly do it well.

i am far from being the gospel of Yack gents, probably the only one that can use a computer though? just joking.
the club is sniffing around for coaches like a beagle at Bali airport. the Committee have put in a lot of hard work and with the grounding that Ross Hillary has done over the last 2 years, and the current player list, they want to get a great coach not just a good coach.
on the Fairall comment, yeah i know Fezz, just wanted to stir the pot a little and see what other Big Footy TDFL followers thought. question is whether he wants to seek a coaching career or not? would he look at Holbrook in a couple of years when Manny gets sick of it?
and for christ's sake! it's Hollard! not Holland.

[switch the play]

What's the go with old man Holland out there at Barny switch? Will he continue to coach or will he hand over the mantle?
Position has been re-offered to him AD.Dont think he has given it a great deal of thought.Has a young family and work commitments so i would imagine he would way it all up at the end of the season.:thumbsu:

[rowger]

So what's the state of play at the moment for coaching positions being available ? Here's a summary of this thread:
Kiewa: Bone staying or handover to Richo.
Thurgoona: Very unlikely to be available.
Mitta: Probably avail front runners Conway & Slater.
Barny: The silence is deafening, maybe Fairall or Hargreaves to take over.
Chiltern: Knight will probably stay.
Dederang: Dicketts probably again.
Yack: Available.
Beechworth: Will be advertised per constitution but Roma probably again.
Saints: Have heard nothing but would think Butters again.
Tallangatta: Probably available but can they get someone else after last years marathon.
Rutherglen: Probably available names mention L Seymour, Smith.
The word is that Simon Bone is moving on AP. He has had employment issues and i can confirm he is applying for jobs up north. Is Richo coaching material?

[rowger]

i wouldn't think so! Scooter came back to Yack as Assistant to Norm Ritchie in 2003 and didn't enjoy the Coaching side that much apparently. he is probably too busy organising the footy trip anyway, or eating pies. he will also become a father in the off season so i would say he will just plod around again.(might give him an excuse not to do pre-season tho)
I know Scotty is partial to the odd pie, hotdog, bigmac, cheesecake or chicken wing but he is certainly a popular human being who may be able to attract some players to Yack. I will give you the tip. If he is about to have a little bambino he will be giving up footy trips too!

[More Than a Game]

I know Scotty is partial to the odd pie, hotdog, bigmac, cheesecake or chicken wing but he is certainly a popular human being who may be able to attract some players to Yack. I will give you the tip. If he is about to have a little bambino he will be giving up footy trips too!

Rowger, i have just been snooping on the Hume league thread and notice that Brent Lillis has been linked to the Spiders at Howlong with Moose??
judging by your previous threads it seems you have a soft spot for the raider boys in some way, what do you know about the Gecko heading to the Hume League?

[rowger]

Rowger, i have just been snooping on the Hume league thread and notice that Brent Lillis has been linked to the Spiders at Howlong with Moose??
judging by your previous threads it seems you have a soft spot for the raider boys in some way, what do you know about the Gecko heading to the Hume League?
Have not heard that one MTAG.

[Gurnerd Fanning]

Have not heard that one MTAG.


That is a bit of a porky pie Rowger. You quoted Run Straight who mentioned the Howlong/Lillis/Moose rumour on the hume league thread.
So you are either blind or lying that you have not heard the rumour.;)

[rowger]

That is a bit of a porky pie Rowger. You quoted Run Straight who mentioned the Howlong/Lillis/Moose rumour on the hume league thread.
So you are either blind or lying that you have not heard the rumour.;)
Well spotted Gurn Dog.

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i am far from being the gospel of Yack gents, probably the only one that can use a computer though? just joking.
the club is sniffing around for coaches like a beagle at Bali airport. the Committee have put in a lot of hard work and with the grounding that Ross Hillary has done over the last 2 years, and the current player list, they want to get a great coach not just a good coach.
on the Fairall comment, yeah i know Fezz, just wanted to stir the pot a little and see what other Big Footy TDFL followers thought. question is whether he wants to seek a coaching career or not? would he look at Holbrook in a couple of years when Manny gets sick of it?
and for christ's sake! it's Hollard! not Holland.

Oh my god MTAG I feel such a fool! You'd think having played with him in a premiership I would know that! Sorry Dutchy! :eek:

[More Than a Game]

Oh my god MTAG I feel such a fool! You'd think having played with him in a premiership I would know that! Sorry Dutchy! :eek:

if that was an apology AD, i accept it!

question to all, would Clint Eckhardt make a good Coach?? i dont know him real well, seems like a great bloke. apparently he is Principal up at Mitta. which means he does a bit of travelling which would make playing at Jindera (rumouor) a bit difficult. i only ask as i was thinking of mentioning his name to the Yack folk to talk to about coaching. any info would be much appreciated.

[jimbob21]

if that was an apology AD, i accept it!

question to all, would Clint Eckhardt make a good Coach?? i dont know him real well, seems like a great bloke. apparently he is Principal up at Mitta. which means he does a bit of travelling which would make playing at Jindera (rumouor) a bit difficult. i only ask as i was thinking of mentioning his name to the Yack folk to talk to about coaching. any info would be much appreciated.

You'd think he'd be shot if he didn't play at mitta wouldn't u?

I heard his name linked to yack a couple of years back, he'd be a great coach i reckon.

[Almost done]

[quote=More Than a Game;8148008]if that was an apology AD, i accept it!

No mate it wasn't. :eek:

[More Than a Game]

You'd think he'd be shot if he didn't play at mitta wouldn't u?

I heard his name linked to yack a couple of years back, he'd be a great coach i reckon.

Eckhardt was really only linked to Yack 'cos of Sheepy's connections. i dont think he thought he was ready at the time to Coach so it wasn't pursued.

if Anthony Ross doesn't Coach the Spidy's next year, would he Coach elsewhere? or just play would you think.?

[rowger]

Eckhardt was really only linked to Yack 'cos of Sheepy's connections. i dont think he thought he was ready at the time to Coach so it wasn't pursued.

if Anthony Ross doesn't Coach the Spidy's next year, would he Coach elsewhere? or just play would you think.?
The good word is he will just play at the Spiders MTAG. They reckon are going to leave Howlong after this season.

[The Toecutter]

Rowger, i have just been snooping on the Hume league thread and notice that Brent Lillis has been linked to the Spiders at Howlong with Moose??
judging by your previous threads it seems you have a soft spot for the raider boys in some way, what do you know about the Gecko heading to the Hume League?Dunno about Lillis but Moose is more likely to be playing coach of one of the battling clubs in the TDFL and wont be going back to Howlong.:)

[Run Straight]

Dunno about Lillis but Moose is more likely to be playing coach of one of the battling clubs in the TDFL and wont be going back to Howlong.:)

You sound like you know something Toey. Care to expand on that ?

[bring back vfl park]

Dunno about Lillis but Moose is more likely to be playing coach of one of the battling clubs in the TDFL and wont be going back to Howlong.:)


hey toey here's one for you kade butters signed to coach the saints again...rumor has it they are looking at the upper murray to recuirt....tallangatta mach 2.....