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18 Apr 2001, 03:30
AFLTips.Com Preview News
Round 3 - 12 April 2001
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INDEX
1) Prize Draw
2) Quiz Questions from The Half Back Flanker
3) "Out of Bounds" from Phil Doyle
4) "Weekly Round-Up" - previews of all matches from our Regular
Contributors
5) "The Quick Snap" commentary article from The Half Back Flanker
6) Quiz Answers
7) Various info about AFLTips.Com
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1) Prize Draw
Still waiting on one of last week's winners to respond.
The other winner was Brendon D. of Mirrabooka in W.A.
Prize draw details can be found here: http://www.afltips.com/winaprize.html
Until next time,
Adrian Appleyard
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2) Footy Quiz No. 003 - Questions
by The Half Back Flanker http://www.afltips.com/people/halfbackflanker.html
1. Brad Hardie played 47 games for Footscray and 101 games for
Brisbane, but which AFL club did he finish his career at?
2. How many drawn games has Adelaide played?
3. Who is presently an assistant coach at Geelong, and was
previously coach of Fitzroy?
4. Which team has West Coast defeated on each of the last 10
occasions that they have played?
5. Western Bulldogs (Footscray) have only kicked 30 goals in a
game on one occasion. Who were their opposition?
Answers are at the end of this newsletter.
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3) Out of Bounds
by Phil Doyle http://www.afltips.com/people/phildoyle.html
Phil has yet to send in this week's Out of Bounds, but he's
contributed greatly to this newsletter so we'll let him have a
bit of a rest.
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4) Weekly Round-Up
from our Regular Contributors http://www.afltips.com/people/
(E-mail adrian@afltips.com if you'd like to become a
contributor.)
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Carlton v. Essendon
Thursday, 12 April 2001 - MCG (N)
The spin doctors from the AFL and the media are tryng to shove
this match down our throats but sorry fellas it ain't working.
There is nothing whatsoever to like about this match. There is no
rivalry contrary to what some fools will tell you - it's just
another game of what will be very ordinary football as much as
Essendon once again will have no opposition.
The Essendon football club is not exciting in fact it has become
very boring, when one looks at the fixture now, the Essendon game
is not even worthy of considering it simply has too much talent.
I mean how much more can we take of Mcaninny telling us how
special Hird is, or Mike foureyes telling us how much in love he
is with Hird in Monday's press.
In the other corner we have good old 'put me foot in it Elliot'
listen closely people the Carlton football club is decaying
rapidly it is no longer the power house it used to be, with a
long term injury to Allen it is simply another club struggling to
compete i can see troublesome times ahead for the Carlton
football club.
This game will be close for the first minute when whoever kicks
the first goal from there it will be Essendon and Essendon
easily. I have a feeling many of us opposition supporters will
either go out or watch a good video at home and maybe get
progress scores of the radio as the interest factor in this game
will be absolutely zero but its fun listening to the spin doctors
tell us otherwise.
ESSENDON BY AS MUCH AS YOU LIKE...FOR ME 70 POINTS.
- JoffaMagpie http://www.afltips.com/people/joffamagpie.html
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Richmond v. Brisbane
Saturday, 14 April 2001 – MCG
With both teams sitting on 1 win and 1 loss for the season so
far, this match could end up being a beauty.
Coming off what can only be described as a turbulent and
emotional loss last weekend, the Tigers will be out to balance
their win loss ratio into the positives. Not everything is going
in their favour though in the lead up to the match. Key players
are under injury clouds, such as Brad Ottens and Ben Holland, who
need to prove their fitness for the match. Most don't think they
will make it. Nick Daffy out is another blow to the Tigers. And
the seemingly out of form Brendan Gale is struggling to find
match time.
The Lions on the other hand have things more under control. For
the first time in 3 seasons skipper Michael Voss will be
available to play against the Tigers. Clark Keating has made a
successful return from a 12 month break with injuries, and add
him to the up and coming Beau McDonald, the inform Simon
Black and ever persistent Shaun Hart and Luke Power, the Lions
are looking pretty darn strong in the ruck and midfield areas.
So even with physical advantages or deficiencies, the Lions track
record says that possibly it is the psychological side that is
going to determine the winner.
The Lions track record in 'away' games is not that spectacular,
though their form in 1999 showed they are capable of winning away
from the Gabba. But they will have to play a more spectacular
style of football than they did last weekend if they are going to
beat the Tigers this weekend. So if the Lions can overcome their
MCG Hoodoo, they should have the ability to get over the line and
take home the points.
My tip: Lions by 17pts
- Danni http://www.afltips.com/people/danni.html
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Western Bulldogs v. Collingwood
Saturday, 14 April 2001 - Colonial Stadium (N)
When Wimbledon graced the English Premier League, Sir Alex
Ferguson, the Manchester United manager, used to say that it was
the games against this outfit were the ones that sorted out the
men from the boys. Wimbledon was a team where the opposition
could expect to be up against a passionate and physically
committed side. The Bulldogs are the A.F.L. equivalent of
Wimbledon, although people underestimate the more skilful aspects
of this team (Chris Grant, Scott West, Rohan Smith come to mind)
and the tactical nous of their coach, Terry Wallace (witness the
extreme flooding of the backline he used against Essendon last
season).
Collingwood are a side that are into their sixth, maybe seventh,
year of rebuilding. Quite simply, I've lost count of the number
of false dawns that this club and their fans have had to endure
over the years, but sooner or later, their patience has to be
rewarded. The only question they want answered is, will it be
sooner OR later?
So, Collingwood come up against what will be a Libba-free Doggies
side, and not having Libba there will be a huge shame for the
simple reason that it would have been entertaining to watch Libba
yapping away at a surly Molloy. I have visions of a young and
enthusiastic fleet of Magpie running players feeding off the
ruckwork of Fraser, and running down the wing whilst taking two
or three bounces before delivering long and low passes to the
waiting arms of Tarrant and Molloy. I can see Burns (surely one
of the most under-rated defenders in the AFL) holding the Pie
defence together while Buckley just hovers around the play,
collecting possessions and setting up as many attacks as he can.
However, I have other visions too. I can see a Bulldogs side
lifting against what they will perceive to be an injustice
against Libba. I can see Darcy going body on body against Fraser
to wear him down. I can see the likes of Romero, Johnson,
Dimmatina, and Contessa harassing, pushing, and getting into the
faces of their young Collingwood counterparts. I can see Hunter
annoying Molloy so much that Molloy will forget that he's
supposed to be playing football, and I can see Grant, Smith,
Brown, and West creating enough chances to get a winning score.
Libba is the heart and soul of the Doggies, and maybe if this
game was a week or two later, I'd tip the Pies. But this Doggies
outfit is a tightly knit one and they are at their best when the
world seems to be against them. Expect them to lift that extra
level and expect a hard fought Doggies win. But also expect the
young Magpies to have walked onto the field as boys, but walking
off it as men.
Tips:
Essendon to beat Carlton by 60
Brisbane to beat Richmond by 30
Western Bulldogs to beat Collingwood by 10
Kangaroos to beat Sydney by 20
Port Adelaide to beat Adelaide by 20
St. Kilda to beat West Coast by 20
Hawthorn to beat Fremantle by 30
Geelong to beat Melbourne by 20
- Shinboners http://www.afltips.com/people/shinboners.html
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Kangaroos v. Sydney
Saturday, 14 April 2001 - SCG (N)
The battle of the Sydneysiders is on once again. Can the aging
champion produce the goods one more time? The Roos are not quite
the spent force as the football world seems to think. They have
come up against two highly fancied teams in the opening rounds
and will have a couple of primer movers back this week. Let's
face it, most teams that face Brisbane at the Gabba and Essendon,
pretty much anywhere, are going to struggle. Add to that, some
injuries and players working their way back from injury and you
don't have to be Sigmund Freud to know that there is something
very troubling there. Hell, even Sigmund the Seamonster would
know that!! (Darn, showing my age).
The Roos may have Captain Wayne 'King' Carey, 'Mighty' Mick
Martyn and Brent 'can't think of a superhero name' Harvey back
this week. Add to that the prospect of having Ricky the Big 'O"
available this week and David 'All you can eat' Calthorpe next
week, then the Roos stocks are on the rise. Anthony Stevens is
still moving and shaking while newcomer Daniel Harris is showing
the others up. The Big Saveloy Rocca kicked five last week and
will be freed up even more with The King drawing half of the
Swans defence when the ball is within 100 metres of him. Add to
that list, King, Pickett, Archer, Corey 'once in a blue moon'
McKernan, Grant, McCartney, Blakey, and the finally settled Leigh
Colbert and the Kangaroos still have a hell of a side.
The Swans on the other hand have won their first two matches
against Adelaide and West Coast. That task however does not
appear to be a daunting one. Late news suggests that Captain
Courageous Paul Kelly will be missing this week with a hamstring
injury. This will undoubtedly put the Roos in the box seat, but
on the other hand, may prompt them to give Carey another week to
get over his calf injury. The Swans look strong though.
O'Loughlin is the magic man, Goodes is pure class, the ageless
Wayne Schwass, most games in a row for the Swans record breaker
Daryn Cresswell and the Magpie connection, Shauble, Williams and
Ahmat are providing a lot of zest to the side. The Swans need to
be commended for actually instilling a winning mentality into
some Collingwood heads.
I can't see this game being a battle of matchups. It looks far
too much like a good old fashioned smoking gun shootout and on
the tight confines of the S.C.G, it could be quite a spectacle.
The Roos have been past masters at night matches but I believe
that advantage has been lost to the Swans home ground advantage.
My initial reaction was Kangaroos by a healthy margin but after
realising where it is being played, I've lost my nerve. The Roos
would have more chance of feeling at home on Mars than in Sydney.
Swans by 1 point.
Tips:
Swans by 1
Blues by 12
Lions by 10
Dogs by 20
Port by 7
Saints by 40
Dockers by 13
Cats by 11
Cheers
- Old Dark Navy's http://www.afltips.com/people/olddarknavys.html
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Adelaide v. Port Adelaide
Sunday, 15 April 2001 - Football Park
FOR THE RECORD
Team - Wins - Losses - Draws
Adelaide - 4 - 4 - 0
Port Adelaide - 4 - 4 - 0
HISTORY
97-R4-FP Su-Apr 20 47,256 PA 11.17-83 v Ade 11.6-72 11pts
97-R19-FP Su-Aug 10 45,498 Ade 9.11-65 d PA 9.4-58 7pts
98-R4-FP Su-Apr 19 41,476 PA 11.7-73 d Ade 8.16-64 9pts
98-R19-FP Su-Aug 9 46,850 Ade 22.12-144 d PA 10.10-70 74pts
99-R6-FP Su-May 2 45,615 Ade 18.7-115 d PA 12.15-87 28pts
99-R21-FP Su-Aug 22 42,671 PA 13.14-92 d Ade 9.14-68 24pts
00-R7-FP Su-Apr 23 41,101 Ade 14.14-98 v PA 13.13-91 7pts
00-R22-FP Su-Aug 6 42,659 PA 20.19-139 v Ade 14.8-92 47pts
R E A L I T Y T O H I T C R O W S ! ! !
Cross town rivals Adelaide and Port Adelaide will meet on Easter
Sunday to see who is the winner of Showdown IX. The teams have
clashed with each other on eight other occasions and the score
stands at four wins apiece.
Since the Crows two premiership wins in 97 and 98 the team has
taken a downward trend while Port Adelaide to the angst of many
South Australian supporters are on the way up heading towards
being the Pride of South Australia.
Over the pre-season many critics have labelled the Adelaide team
as a bottom side much to the disgust of the Adelaide supporters
but reality for these supporters is soon to hit. So bad is
Adelaide's form it is not only struggling to win games away but
at home as well. A huge loss to Sydney at the SCG in Round 1 was
followed by a small loss to Melbourne at home in Round 2, the
Adelaide team used to pride itself on its home record but they
can no longer count on that any more.
Port Adelaide on the other hand look like being a real finals
threat. Good pre-season form, a win against Brisbane in Round 1
and a competitive loss to the measuring stick of the competition
in Essendon in Round 2 shows that they are going to be no push
over in 2001.
Apart from Adelaide's Andrew McLeod and Mark Ricciuto it is hard
to see where the Crows are going to get enough of the ball to
hurt Port. Players like Simon Goodwin, Tyson Edwards, Ben Hart,
Mark Bickley, Nigel Smart and Matthew Robran are all good players
but no better than the opponents that they will be standing.
After this group of players the standard of the player's drops
off and will not match the even spread of good players in the
Port side.
Matthew Primus should be able to take the ascendancy in the ruck
duals giving first use to the Port Adelaide smaller players. If
this is so it will be interesting to see how Adelaide tries to
hold out tall players like Cornes, Lockwood and Tredrea from
taking marks in the Port forward line and also stops the likes of
Dew (6 goals last week), Francis, Cockatoo-Collins (4) and
Wanganeen. The talls were held well last week but that was
Essendon, Adelaide is no where near the same class.
Up forward the Crows don't appear to have many answers at all
apart from Welsh and Robran. Adelaide may try to rush back
Richardson and Vardy into the side but the question is do they
risk them? Vardy would be a good player to feed off Robran and
always hurts the Port side with his amazing accuracy close to
goals but the risk of further injury maybe too great. Port will
be sweating on the verdict from Darren Mead's tribunal for
allegedly tripping Essendon's Jason Johnson last week but Port
should have enough talls to cover the loss of him should this
happen, Matthew Bishop would be a capable replacement.
Expect a few rumblings after this game, but in reality the Crows
do not have a competitive team this year, Adelaide may have to
wait until Round 7 against Fremantle to register their first win.
I hope all the Crows supporters can hang on because it is going
to be a bumpy season, one sooner forgotten that remembered.
Port Adelaide will not only take home the four points but the
chocolates as well.
Port Adelaide by 60 points.
Tips for the week:
(Currently 12/16)
Essendon
Brisbane
Western Bulldogs
Kangaroos
Port Adelaide
Saint Kilda
Hawthorn
Geelong
- Scott http://www.afltips.com/people/scott.html
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St Kilda v. West Coast
Sunday, 15 April 2001 - Colonial Stadium
Another week passes by. Not really a run-of-the-mill week. After
all, there's been a player investigation resulting in a five-week
suspension for Libba, and nearly $30,000 in melee fines for two
clubs. The club from down the freeway, Geelong, has also had a
busy news week, finding out it's travelling up excrement creek
without a rowing implement. The Roos and Dees have Carey and
Farmer respectively coming back from injury. All makes for a
pretty exciting weekend then, right?
Not if the clash between St.Kilda and the Perth Parrots has
anything to do with it.
The Saints form has been a bit of a mixed bag leading into this
game. After fighting out a tough win against the Doggies,
St.Kilda looked headed for another win against the Cats before
falling in a heap and using a bit of last year's ineptitude to
snatch defeat from the jaws of victory.
West Coast's form has also fluctuated - between bad and woeful.
After getting belted by Geelong in the opening round, the Parrots
got pecked to death by the Swans last week, the end margin being
quite flattering for the flogging that it was.
The key players appear to be Harvey and Everitt for St.Kilda and
Cousins and McIntosh for West Coast. The Everitt-McIntosh duel
may be the most important of the lot. Spider was shocking last
week and after copping a serve from Blighty during the week, he
should be fired up and ready for a big game. McIntosh seems his
logical opponent, although the experienced full-back does concede
a few inches of height and reach.
If Capuano and Loewe can break even against Gardiner and Cox at
the center bounces, Everitt can play up forward where he is most
damaging. If the big man gets on top early, McIntosh and the
Parrots will be in more trouble than a one-legged man in an arse-
kicking contest.
Cousins, Fletcher, Morrison and rookie Kerr can certainly get the
ball forward for West Coast, but will be devoid of any decent
targets to kick to. Nine of the Weagles 13 goals last week came
from smaller players, one from a ruckman and one from the full-
back. Their one key forward was Troy Wilson who booted two. This
won't be enough to beat the Saints, although the possible return
of Cummings and Phil Matera may help.
If you want to know what the experts think, go and read their
columns. Seeing you've stuck with me for this entire preview, you
might as well read that I'm predicting a comfortable win for the
Saints with Spider Everitt kicking a big bag of goals.
PREDICTION : St.Kilda by 43 points.
- Dark Avenger http://www.afltips.com/people/darkavenger.html
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Fremantle v. Hawthorn
Sunday, 15 April 2001 – Subiaco
Here's the gist. Hawthorn has improved whereas Fremantle needs
improvement. It is a plight that has plagued the Dockers since
their inception. Although they have been competitive and
sometimes quite promising, Freo are often considered beatable
even on their home turf, especially against higher ranked
opposition of which there are plenty.
Why is it so?
Among their squad lies a decent array of talent, most notably in
the midfield - Hasleby, Fletcher, Cook, McManus, Norrish and now
Peter Bell after a successful stint with the Roos. Tony Modra was
a Coleman Medallist with Adelaide in 1997 and can work in tandem
with Clive Waterhouse who returns this week and Matthew Pavlich
who looks a good prospect.
Defence, however, is the Dockers' Achilles heel. How many Freo
defenders can be considered household names? The answer: not
many. Daniel Bandy has been given the task of bolstering a meagre
back line, even though his defensive prowess pales in comparison
with his more proven ability as an attacking-type ruckman.
Perhaps the Dockers have been lacking a top shelf coaching panel
with the experience and professionalism required to attain the
most out of each of their players. And besides, what is with
those zany purple jumpers anyway? Either way, these are the type
of games that Fremantle must win if they are ever to cement a
place in finals history.
Although undefeated, one would think that Hawthorn have yet to
fully hit their strides in season 2001 and for cliches sake, this
week could be considered "a danger game". They will be going on
the road firstly without Tony Woods, ruled out after pulling a
hamstring against Carlton (likely to be replaced by Anthony Rock)
and secondly without trump centre half forward Nick Holland,
suffering from a thigh/groin complaint. But in The Hawks' case,
their saving grace lies in their versatility.
Quality recruitment, nurturing and playing techniques over recent
years allows The Hawks an understated team balance today. Here is
the equation: Defence (Graham, Hay, Croad, Rawlings) + Midfield
(Crawford, Harford, Chick, Lekkas, Smith, plus Woods) + Attack
(Thompson, Dixon, Barker, plus Holland) + Ruck (Rehn, plus
Thompson if required) = Positive Win/Loss Ratio. They almost make
op-shop brown and gold look good as long as they are winning
games. Other struggling clubs should take careful note.
Hawthorn will be confident going into this match against The
Dockers and even without Holland and Woods, expect the favourites
to sneak home with the goods.
TIP: Hawthorn by 12 points.
- matto
Other tips: (progress: 12)
Essendon by 27 points
Brisbane by 5
Western Bulldogs by 29
Kangaroos by 25
Port Adelaide by 33
St Kilda by 40
Geelong by 6
- matto http://www.afltips.com/people/matto.html
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Melbourne v. Geelong
Monday, 16 April 2001 - MCG
Melbourne v Geelong, MCG, Easter Monday
"When he goes near it you don't know if he is going to get
it…when he does he is totally unpredictable."
That's how Cats coach Mark Thompson described sizzling goalsneak
Ronnie Burns last Sunday. It could have just as easily been Neale
Daniher talking about Jeff "The Wizard" Farmer. Both players
line up for their respective teams on Monday, with Farmer
returning after a combined injury/suspension. A repeat of Burns'
performance against St Kilda, pooled with Farmer's electrifying
ability, should ensure that fans of both teams are treated to a
magnificent contest.
Melbourne lost its first game against Richmond, then beat
Adelaide at Football Park in a dramatic finish. Geelong remains
unbeaten after two rounds – scalps being the Eagles, a side now
but a shadow of its former self, and last year's wooden spooners
St Kilda (albeit a much improved unit). So it's fair to say that
both teams come into Round 3 with solid but not brilliant form
behind them. This makes it a particularly hard game to pick;
ergo, it should be a good one.
The Cats' height will cause headaches for Melbourne, still
waiting for the return of tall Troy Simmonds. Ben Graham and
Stephen King starred against St Kilda and the aggression of
players such Garry Hocking, Brad Sholl and youngsters Cameron
Mooney, Matthew Scarlett and David Clarke showed that handbags
are definitely banned from the Cats' accessory cupboard. Jeff
White was one of Melbourne's best last week and should give King
a run for his money in the ruck. Leoncelli roamed freely against
Adelaide, kicking the winning goal. Geelong will need to quell
his influence from the beginning as well as that of Brownlow
medallist Shane Woewodin. .
David Schwarz and Russell Robertson should provide strong targets
for the Demons up forward. David Neitz can also be swung into
the forward line if the Dees' scoreline is looking a bit poorly.
With former Eagle Mitchell White able to play at either end of
the ground, Geelong has increased its scoring ability and has the
option of bringing veteran defender Tim "Bluey" McGrath back into
the side after he played well in the VFL last weekend. Justin
Murphy may also return after serving a week's suspension and
could replace Adam Houlihan who has only kicked two goals this
season.
Last time these two teams played, the Olympic flame returned to
the MCG and Melbourne won, entrenching itself in the top four.
Expect a scorching display of a different kind on Monday with
Burns and The Wizard turning it on for their respective teams.
These build-ups usually result in anti-climaxes but for the
sentimental, let's hope for a true contest. A winner's got to be
tipped though so here goes: Geelong seems a more settled side
than Melbourne at the moment and should win - just.
Geelong by 12 points
- Jane Woolard
janewoolard@hotmail.com
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5) The Quick Snap
A Good Friday for Football
Comment from 'The Half Back Flanker' http://www.afltips.com/people/halfbackflanker.html
The annual Easter break is upon us - four days to relax, perhaps
get away somewhere, or even attend church if so inclined.
But what about the football?
We have a great game to open the round on Thursday night, with
Essendon and Carlton clashing at the MCG. There's also plenty of
football from Saturday through to Monday, but none at all on Good
Friday.
Take a quick look at the NRL and you will see that there are two
rugby league matches on Good Friday, one in Melbourne and one in
Sydney.
However, the AFL seems set on not offending anybody by scheduling
matches on Good Friday, a national public holiday ... but surely
it should be up to the public to decide on whether or not they
wish to attend?
The same goes for individual players - if their beliefs are
strong and prevent them from playing football on Good Friday then
so be it, but I imagine they would be in a very small minority,
and there would be more than enough players at the club willing
and able to take their place.
There certainly isn't too much at all that you can do on Good
Friday – the shops are closed, the pubs are closed, and the AFL
has decreed that there will be no football. You can always head
along to the rugby league... they don't have any qualms about
playing on Good Friday.
It's about time that the AFL dealt with this issue properly ...
next year they should program a game for Good Friday and let the
public decide!
If no one shows up, then fair enough don't schedule any for the
following year, but I sincerely believe that the game would be
close to a sellout, seeing as there is little else on. And of
course, the all-important television ratings would be quite
sizeable too.
Ideally the match could be a night game (as the rugby league have
done), meaning that those who wished to attend church during the
day would still have the opportunity to go to the football, and
vice versa.
Mr Jackson, virtually everyone has the day off (it is a national
public holiday), so please give us some football. Just one game,
that's all we ask.
Even if the match is interstate, at least we will get to watch it
on television ... just stop starving us of football!
- The Half Back Flanker
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afl.info@excite.com
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6) AFLTips.Com Trivia No. 003 - Answers
1. Brad Hardie finished his AFL career at Collingwood, where he
played 2 games and kicked 2 goals.
2. Adelaide has only played one drawn game (their opponents were
St Kilda at Waverley).
3. Alan McConnell is presently Geelong's assistant coach, and
previously coached Fitzroy at the end of the 1995 and 1996
seasons (following the sacking of Bernie Quinlan and the
resignation of Michael Nunan respectively).
4. West Coast have defeated Collingwood on each of the last 10
occasions that they have played.
5. Western Bulldogs (known as Footscray at the time) scored 33.15
(213) against St Kilda in 1978, the only occasion that they have
kicked 30 goals in a game.
Any feedback, queries and/or corrections regarding AFLTips.Com
Trivia, please send an e-mail to:
afl.info@excite.com
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ENDS
Round 3 - 12 April 2001
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INDEX
1) Prize Draw
2) Quiz Questions from The Half Back Flanker
3) "Out of Bounds" from Phil Doyle
4) "Weekly Round-Up" - previews of all matches from our Regular
Contributors
5) "The Quick Snap" commentary article from The Half Back Flanker
6) Quiz Answers
7) Various info about AFLTips.Com
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1) Prize Draw
Still waiting on one of last week's winners to respond.
The other winner was Brendon D. of Mirrabooka in W.A.
Prize draw details can be found here: http://www.afltips.com/winaprize.html
Until next time,
Adrian Appleyard
adrian@afltips.com
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2) Footy Quiz No. 003 - Questions
by The Half Back Flanker http://www.afltips.com/people/halfbackflanker.html
1. Brad Hardie played 47 games for Footscray and 101 games for
Brisbane, but which AFL club did he finish his career at?
2. How many drawn games has Adelaide played?
3. Who is presently an assistant coach at Geelong, and was
previously coach of Fitzroy?
4. Which team has West Coast defeated on each of the last 10
occasions that they have played?
5. Western Bulldogs (Footscray) have only kicked 30 goals in a
game on one occasion. Who were their opposition?
Answers are at the end of this newsletter.
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3) Out of Bounds
by Phil Doyle http://www.afltips.com/people/phildoyle.html
Phil has yet to send in this week's Out of Bounds, but he's
contributed greatly to this newsletter so we'll let him have a
bit of a rest.
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4) Weekly Round-Up
from our Regular Contributors http://www.afltips.com/people/
(E-mail adrian@afltips.com if you'd like to become a
contributor.)
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Carlton v. Essendon
Thursday, 12 April 2001 - MCG (N)
The spin doctors from the AFL and the media are tryng to shove
this match down our throats but sorry fellas it ain't working.
There is nothing whatsoever to like about this match. There is no
rivalry contrary to what some fools will tell you - it's just
another game of what will be very ordinary football as much as
Essendon once again will have no opposition.
The Essendon football club is not exciting in fact it has become
very boring, when one looks at the fixture now, the Essendon game
is not even worthy of considering it simply has too much talent.
I mean how much more can we take of Mcaninny telling us how
special Hird is, or Mike foureyes telling us how much in love he
is with Hird in Monday's press.
In the other corner we have good old 'put me foot in it Elliot'
listen closely people the Carlton football club is decaying
rapidly it is no longer the power house it used to be, with a
long term injury to Allen it is simply another club struggling to
compete i can see troublesome times ahead for the Carlton
football club.
This game will be close for the first minute when whoever kicks
the first goal from there it will be Essendon and Essendon
easily. I have a feeling many of us opposition supporters will
either go out or watch a good video at home and maybe get
progress scores of the radio as the interest factor in this game
will be absolutely zero but its fun listening to the spin doctors
tell us otherwise.
ESSENDON BY AS MUCH AS YOU LIKE...FOR ME 70 POINTS.
- JoffaMagpie http://www.afltips.com/people/joffamagpie.html
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Richmond v. Brisbane
Saturday, 14 April 2001 – MCG
With both teams sitting on 1 win and 1 loss for the season so
far, this match could end up being a beauty.
Coming off what can only be described as a turbulent and
emotional loss last weekend, the Tigers will be out to balance
their win loss ratio into the positives. Not everything is going
in their favour though in the lead up to the match. Key players
are under injury clouds, such as Brad Ottens and Ben Holland, who
need to prove their fitness for the match. Most don't think they
will make it. Nick Daffy out is another blow to the Tigers. And
the seemingly out of form Brendan Gale is struggling to find
match time.
The Lions on the other hand have things more under control. For
the first time in 3 seasons skipper Michael Voss will be
available to play against the Tigers. Clark Keating has made a
successful return from a 12 month break with injuries, and add
him to the up and coming Beau McDonald, the inform Simon
Black and ever persistent Shaun Hart and Luke Power, the Lions
are looking pretty darn strong in the ruck and midfield areas.
So even with physical advantages or deficiencies, the Lions track
record says that possibly it is the psychological side that is
going to determine the winner.
The Lions track record in 'away' games is not that spectacular,
though their form in 1999 showed they are capable of winning away
from the Gabba. But they will have to play a more spectacular
style of football than they did last weekend if they are going to
beat the Tigers this weekend. So if the Lions can overcome their
MCG Hoodoo, they should have the ability to get over the line and
take home the points.
My tip: Lions by 17pts
- Danni http://www.afltips.com/people/danni.html
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Western Bulldogs v. Collingwood
Saturday, 14 April 2001 - Colonial Stadium (N)
When Wimbledon graced the English Premier League, Sir Alex
Ferguson, the Manchester United manager, used to say that it was
the games against this outfit were the ones that sorted out the
men from the boys. Wimbledon was a team where the opposition
could expect to be up against a passionate and physically
committed side. The Bulldogs are the A.F.L. equivalent of
Wimbledon, although people underestimate the more skilful aspects
of this team (Chris Grant, Scott West, Rohan Smith come to mind)
and the tactical nous of their coach, Terry Wallace (witness the
extreme flooding of the backline he used against Essendon last
season).
Collingwood are a side that are into their sixth, maybe seventh,
year of rebuilding. Quite simply, I've lost count of the number
of false dawns that this club and their fans have had to endure
over the years, but sooner or later, their patience has to be
rewarded. The only question they want answered is, will it be
sooner OR later?
So, Collingwood come up against what will be a Libba-free Doggies
side, and not having Libba there will be a huge shame for the
simple reason that it would have been entertaining to watch Libba
yapping away at a surly Molloy. I have visions of a young and
enthusiastic fleet of Magpie running players feeding off the
ruckwork of Fraser, and running down the wing whilst taking two
or three bounces before delivering long and low passes to the
waiting arms of Tarrant and Molloy. I can see Burns (surely one
of the most under-rated defenders in the AFL) holding the Pie
defence together while Buckley just hovers around the play,
collecting possessions and setting up as many attacks as he can.
However, I have other visions too. I can see a Bulldogs side
lifting against what they will perceive to be an injustice
against Libba. I can see Darcy going body on body against Fraser
to wear him down. I can see the likes of Romero, Johnson,
Dimmatina, and Contessa harassing, pushing, and getting into the
faces of their young Collingwood counterparts. I can see Hunter
annoying Molloy so much that Molloy will forget that he's
supposed to be playing football, and I can see Grant, Smith,
Brown, and West creating enough chances to get a winning score.
Libba is the heart and soul of the Doggies, and maybe if this
game was a week or two later, I'd tip the Pies. But this Doggies
outfit is a tightly knit one and they are at their best when the
world seems to be against them. Expect them to lift that extra
level and expect a hard fought Doggies win. But also expect the
young Magpies to have walked onto the field as boys, but walking
off it as men.
Tips:
Essendon to beat Carlton by 60
Brisbane to beat Richmond by 30
Western Bulldogs to beat Collingwood by 10
Kangaroos to beat Sydney by 20
Port Adelaide to beat Adelaide by 20
St. Kilda to beat West Coast by 20
Hawthorn to beat Fremantle by 30
Geelong to beat Melbourne by 20
- Shinboners http://www.afltips.com/people/shinboners.html
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Kangaroos v. Sydney
Saturday, 14 April 2001 - SCG (N)
The battle of the Sydneysiders is on once again. Can the aging
champion produce the goods one more time? The Roos are not quite
the spent force as the football world seems to think. They have
come up against two highly fancied teams in the opening rounds
and will have a couple of primer movers back this week. Let's
face it, most teams that face Brisbane at the Gabba and Essendon,
pretty much anywhere, are going to struggle. Add to that, some
injuries and players working their way back from injury and you
don't have to be Sigmund Freud to know that there is something
very troubling there. Hell, even Sigmund the Seamonster would
know that!! (Darn, showing my age).
The Roos may have Captain Wayne 'King' Carey, 'Mighty' Mick
Martyn and Brent 'can't think of a superhero name' Harvey back
this week. Add to that the prospect of having Ricky the Big 'O"
available this week and David 'All you can eat' Calthorpe next
week, then the Roos stocks are on the rise. Anthony Stevens is
still moving and shaking while newcomer Daniel Harris is showing
the others up. The Big Saveloy Rocca kicked five last week and
will be freed up even more with The King drawing half of the
Swans defence when the ball is within 100 metres of him. Add to
that list, King, Pickett, Archer, Corey 'once in a blue moon'
McKernan, Grant, McCartney, Blakey, and the finally settled Leigh
Colbert and the Kangaroos still have a hell of a side.
The Swans on the other hand have won their first two matches
against Adelaide and West Coast. That task however does not
appear to be a daunting one. Late news suggests that Captain
Courageous Paul Kelly will be missing this week with a hamstring
injury. This will undoubtedly put the Roos in the box seat, but
on the other hand, may prompt them to give Carey another week to
get over his calf injury. The Swans look strong though.
O'Loughlin is the magic man, Goodes is pure class, the ageless
Wayne Schwass, most games in a row for the Swans record breaker
Daryn Cresswell and the Magpie connection, Shauble, Williams and
Ahmat are providing a lot of zest to the side. The Swans need to
be commended for actually instilling a winning mentality into
some Collingwood heads.
I can't see this game being a battle of matchups. It looks far
too much like a good old fashioned smoking gun shootout and on
the tight confines of the S.C.G, it could be quite a spectacle.
The Roos have been past masters at night matches but I believe
that advantage has been lost to the Swans home ground advantage.
My initial reaction was Kangaroos by a healthy margin but after
realising where it is being played, I've lost my nerve. The Roos
would have more chance of feeling at home on Mars than in Sydney.
Swans by 1 point.
Tips:
Swans by 1
Blues by 12
Lions by 10
Dogs by 20
Port by 7
Saints by 40
Dockers by 13
Cats by 11
Cheers
- Old Dark Navy's http://www.afltips.com/people/olddarknavys.html
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Adelaide v. Port Adelaide
Sunday, 15 April 2001 - Football Park
FOR THE RECORD
Team - Wins - Losses - Draws
Adelaide - 4 - 4 - 0
Port Adelaide - 4 - 4 - 0
HISTORY
97-R4-FP Su-Apr 20 47,256 PA 11.17-83 v Ade 11.6-72 11pts
97-R19-FP Su-Aug 10 45,498 Ade 9.11-65 d PA 9.4-58 7pts
98-R4-FP Su-Apr 19 41,476 PA 11.7-73 d Ade 8.16-64 9pts
98-R19-FP Su-Aug 9 46,850 Ade 22.12-144 d PA 10.10-70 74pts
99-R6-FP Su-May 2 45,615 Ade 18.7-115 d PA 12.15-87 28pts
99-R21-FP Su-Aug 22 42,671 PA 13.14-92 d Ade 9.14-68 24pts
00-R7-FP Su-Apr 23 41,101 Ade 14.14-98 v PA 13.13-91 7pts
00-R22-FP Su-Aug 6 42,659 PA 20.19-139 v Ade 14.8-92 47pts
R E A L I T Y T O H I T C R O W S ! ! !
Cross town rivals Adelaide and Port Adelaide will meet on Easter
Sunday to see who is the winner of Showdown IX. The teams have
clashed with each other on eight other occasions and the score
stands at four wins apiece.
Since the Crows two premiership wins in 97 and 98 the team has
taken a downward trend while Port Adelaide to the angst of many
South Australian supporters are on the way up heading towards
being the Pride of South Australia.
Over the pre-season many critics have labelled the Adelaide team
as a bottom side much to the disgust of the Adelaide supporters
but reality for these supporters is soon to hit. So bad is
Adelaide's form it is not only struggling to win games away but
at home as well. A huge loss to Sydney at the SCG in Round 1 was
followed by a small loss to Melbourne at home in Round 2, the
Adelaide team used to pride itself on its home record but they
can no longer count on that any more.
Port Adelaide on the other hand look like being a real finals
threat. Good pre-season form, a win against Brisbane in Round 1
and a competitive loss to the measuring stick of the competition
in Essendon in Round 2 shows that they are going to be no push
over in 2001.
Apart from Adelaide's Andrew McLeod and Mark Ricciuto it is hard
to see where the Crows are going to get enough of the ball to
hurt Port. Players like Simon Goodwin, Tyson Edwards, Ben Hart,
Mark Bickley, Nigel Smart and Matthew Robran are all good players
but no better than the opponents that they will be standing.
After this group of players the standard of the player's drops
off and will not match the even spread of good players in the
Port side.
Matthew Primus should be able to take the ascendancy in the ruck
duals giving first use to the Port Adelaide smaller players. If
this is so it will be interesting to see how Adelaide tries to
hold out tall players like Cornes, Lockwood and Tredrea from
taking marks in the Port forward line and also stops the likes of
Dew (6 goals last week), Francis, Cockatoo-Collins (4) and
Wanganeen. The talls were held well last week but that was
Essendon, Adelaide is no where near the same class.
Up forward the Crows don't appear to have many answers at all
apart from Welsh and Robran. Adelaide may try to rush back
Richardson and Vardy into the side but the question is do they
risk them? Vardy would be a good player to feed off Robran and
always hurts the Port side with his amazing accuracy close to
goals but the risk of further injury maybe too great. Port will
be sweating on the verdict from Darren Mead's tribunal for
allegedly tripping Essendon's Jason Johnson last week but Port
should have enough talls to cover the loss of him should this
happen, Matthew Bishop would be a capable replacement.
Expect a few rumblings after this game, but in reality the Crows
do not have a competitive team this year, Adelaide may have to
wait until Round 7 against Fremantle to register their first win.
I hope all the Crows supporters can hang on because it is going
to be a bumpy season, one sooner forgotten that remembered.
Port Adelaide will not only take home the four points but the
chocolates as well.
Port Adelaide by 60 points.
Tips for the week:
(Currently 12/16)
Essendon
Brisbane
Western Bulldogs
Kangaroos
Port Adelaide
Saint Kilda
Hawthorn
Geelong
- Scott http://www.afltips.com/people/scott.html
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St Kilda v. West Coast
Sunday, 15 April 2001 - Colonial Stadium
Another week passes by. Not really a run-of-the-mill week. After
all, there's been a player investigation resulting in a five-week
suspension for Libba, and nearly $30,000 in melee fines for two
clubs. The club from down the freeway, Geelong, has also had a
busy news week, finding out it's travelling up excrement creek
without a rowing implement. The Roos and Dees have Carey and
Farmer respectively coming back from injury. All makes for a
pretty exciting weekend then, right?
Not if the clash between St.Kilda and the Perth Parrots has
anything to do with it.
The Saints form has been a bit of a mixed bag leading into this
game. After fighting out a tough win against the Doggies,
St.Kilda looked headed for another win against the Cats before
falling in a heap and using a bit of last year's ineptitude to
snatch defeat from the jaws of victory.
West Coast's form has also fluctuated - between bad and woeful.
After getting belted by Geelong in the opening round, the Parrots
got pecked to death by the Swans last week, the end margin being
quite flattering for the flogging that it was.
The key players appear to be Harvey and Everitt for St.Kilda and
Cousins and McIntosh for West Coast. The Everitt-McIntosh duel
may be the most important of the lot. Spider was shocking last
week and after copping a serve from Blighty during the week, he
should be fired up and ready for a big game. McIntosh seems his
logical opponent, although the experienced full-back does concede
a few inches of height and reach.
If Capuano and Loewe can break even against Gardiner and Cox at
the center bounces, Everitt can play up forward where he is most
damaging. If the big man gets on top early, McIntosh and the
Parrots will be in more trouble than a one-legged man in an arse-
kicking contest.
Cousins, Fletcher, Morrison and rookie Kerr can certainly get the
ball forward for West Coast, but will be devoid of any decent
targets to kick to. Nine of the Weagles 13 goals last week came
from smaller players, one from a ruckman and one from the full-
back. Their one key forward was Troy Wilson who booted two. This
won't be enough to beat the Saints, although the possible return
of Cummings and Phil Matera may help.
If you want to know what the experts think, go and read their
columns. Seeing you've stuck with me for this entire preview, you
might as well read that I'm predicting a comfortable win for the
Saints with Spider Everitt kicking a big bag of goals.
PREDICTION : St.Kilda by 43 points.
- Dark Avenger http://www.afltips.com/people/darkavenger.html
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Fremantle v. Hawthorn
Sunday, 15 April 2001 – Subiaco
Here's the gist. Hawthorn has improved whereas Fremantle needs
improvement. It is a plight that has plagued the Dockers since
their inception. Although they have been competitive and
sometimes quite promising, Freo are often considered beatable
even on their home turf, especially against higher ranked
opposition of which there are plenty.
Why is it so?
Among their squad lies a decent array of talent, most notably in
the midfield - Hasleby, Fletcher, Cook, McManus, Norrish and now
Peter Bell after a successful stint with the Roos. Tony Modra was
a Coleman Medallist with Adelaide in 1997 and can work in tandem
with Clive Waterhouse who returns this week and Matthew Pavlich
who looks a good prospect.
Defence, however, is the Dockers' Achilles heel. How many Freo
defenders can be considered household names? The answer: not
many. Daniel Bandy has been given the task of bolstering a meagre
back line, even though his defensive prowess pales in comparison
with his more proven ability as an attacking-type ruckman.
Perhaps the Dockers have been lacking a top shelf coaching panel
with the experience and professionalism required to attain the
most out of each of their players. And besides, what is with
those zany purple jumpers anyway? Either way, these are the type
of games that Fremantle must win if they are ever to cement a
place in finals history.
Although undefeated, one would think that Hawthorn have yet to
fully hit their strides in season 2001 and for cliches sake, this
week could be considered "a danger game". They will be going on
the road firstly without Tony Woods, ruled out after pulling a
hamstring against Carlton (likely to be replaced by Anthony Rock)
and secondly without trump centre half forward Nick Holland,
suffering from a thigh/groin complaint. But in The Hawks' case,
their saving grace lies in their versatility.
Quality recruitment, nurturing and playing techniques over recent
years allows The Hawks an understated team balance today. Here is
the equation: Defence (Graham, Hay, Croad, Rawlings) + Midfield
(Crawford, Harford, Chick, Lekkas, Smith, plus Woods) + Attack
(Thompson, Dixon, Barker, plus Holland) + Ruck (Rehn, plus
Thompson if required) = Positive Win/Loss Ratio. They almost make
op-shop brown and gold look good as long as they are winning
games. Other struggling clubs should take careful note.
Hawthorn will be confident going into this match against The
Dockers and even without Holland and Woods, expect the favourites
to sneak home with the goods.
TIP: Hawthorn by 12 points.
- matto
Other tips: (progress: 12)
Essendon by 27 points
Brisbane by 5
Western Bulldogs by 29
Kangaroos by 25
Port Adelaide by 33
St Kilda by 40
Geelong by 6
- matto http://www.afltips.com/people/matto.html
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Melbourne v. Geelong
Monday, 16 April 2001 - MCG
Melbourne v Geelong, MCG, Easter Monday
"When he goes near it you don't know if he is going to get
it…when he does he is totally unpredictable."
That's how Cats coach Mark Thompson described sizzling goalsneak
Ronnie Burns last Sunday. It could have just as easily been Neale
Daniher talking about Jeff "The Wizard" Farmer. Both players
line up for their respective teams on Monday, with Farmer
returning after a combined injury/suspension. A repeat of Burns'
performance against St Kilda, pooled with Farmer's electrifying
ability, should ensure that fans of both teams are treated to a
magnificent contest.
Melbourne lost its first game against Richmond, then beat
Adelaide at Football Park in a dramatic finish. Geelong remains
unbeaten after two rounds – scalps being the Eagles, a side now
but a shadow of its former self, and last year's wooden spooners
St Kilda (albeit a much improved unit). So it's fair to say that
both teams come into Round 3 with solid but not brilliant form
behind them. This makes it a particularly hard game to pick;
ergo, it should be a good one.
The Cats' height will cause headaches for Melbourne, still
waiting for the return of tall Troy Simmonds. Ben Graham and
Stephen King starred against St Kilda and the aggression of
players such Garry Hocking, Brad Sholl and youngsters Cameron
Mooney, Matthew Scarlett and David Clarke showed that handbags
are definitely banned from the Cats' accessory cupboard. Jeff
White was one of Melbourne's best last week and should give King
a run for his money in the ruck. Leoncelli roamed freely against
Adelaide, kicking the winning goal. Geelong will need to quell
his influence from the beginning as well as that of Brownlow
medallist Shane Woewodin. .
David Schwarz and Russell Robertson should provide strong targets
for the Demons up forward. David Neitz can also be swung into
the forward line if the Dees' scoreline is looking a bit poorly.
With former Eagle Mitchell White able to play at either end of
the ground, Geelong has increased its scoring ability and has the
option of bringing veteran defender Tim "Bluey" McGrath back into
the side after he played well in the VFL last weekend. Justin
Murphy may also return after serving a week's suspension and
could replace Adam Houlihan who has only kicked two goals this
season.
Last time these two teams played, the Olympic flame returned to
the MCG and Melbourne won, entrenching itself in the top four.
Expect a scorching display of a different kind on Monday with
Burns and The Wizard turning it on for their respective teams.
These build-ups usually result in anti-climaxes but for the
sentimental, let's hope for a true contest. A winner's got to be
tipped though so here goes: Geelong seems a more settled side
than Melbourne at the moment and should win - just.
Geelong by 12 points
- Jane Woolard
janewoolard@hotmail.com
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5) The Quick Snap
A Good Friday for Football
Comment from 'The Half Back Flanker' http://www.afltips.com/people/halfbackflanker.html
The annual Easter break is upon us - four days to relax, perhaps
get away somewhere, or even attend church if so inclined.
But what about the football?
We have a great game to open the round on Thursday night, with
Essendon and Carlton clashing at the MCG. There's also plenty of
football from Saturday through to Monday, but none at all on Good
Friday.
Take a quick look at the NRL and you will see that there are two
rugby league matches on Good Friday, one in Melbourne and one in
Sydney.
However, the AFL seems set on not offending anybody by scheduling
matches on Good Friday, a national public holiday ... but surely
it should be up to the public to decide on whether or not they
wish to attend?
The same goes for individual players - if their beliefs are
strong and prevent them from playing football on Good Friday then
so be it, but I imagine they would be in a very small minority,
and there would be more than enough players at the club willing
and able to take their place.
There certainly isn't too much at all that you can do on Good
Friday – the shops are closed, the pubs are closed, and the AFL
has decreed that there will be no football. You can always head
along to the rugby league... they don't have any qualms about
playing on Good Friday.
It's about time that the AFL dealt with this issue properly ...
next year they should program a game for Good Friday and let the
public decide!
If no one shows up, then fair enough don't schedule any for the
following year, but I sincerely believe that the game would be
close to a sellout, seeing as there is little else on. And of
course, the all-important television ratings would be quite
sizeable too.
Ideally the match could be a night game (as the rugby league have
done), meaning that those who wished to attend church during the
day would still have the opportunity to go to the football, and
vice versa.
Mr Jackson, virtually everyone has the day off (it is a national
public holiday), so please give us some football. Just one game,
that's all we ask.
Even if the match is interstate, at least we will get to watch it
on television ... just stop starving us of football!
- The Half Back Flanker
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6) AFLTips.Com Trivia No. 003 - Answers
1. Brad Hardie finished his AFL career at Collingwood, where he
played 2 games and kicked 2 goals.
2. Adelaide has only played one drawn game (their opponents were
St Kilda at Waverley).
3. Alan McConnell is presently Geelong's assistant coach, and
previously coached Fitzroy at the end of the 1995 and 1996
seasons (following the sacking of Bernie Quinlan and the
resignation of Michael Nunan respectively).
4. West Coast have defeated Collingwood on each of the last 10
occasions that they have played.
5. Western Bulldogs (known as Footscray at the time) scored 33.15
(213) against St Kilda in 1978, the only occasion that they have
kicked 30 goals in a game.
Any feedback, queries and/or corrections regarding AFLTips.Com
Trivia, please send an e-mail to:
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