AFL @ Adelaide's Oval - That time is now.

[Mattrox]

What is this Animal Farm?

Let's just say that they see banter as poking a stick at a rabid dog.

 

[Brenton Davy]

It's normal to get an infraction for posting on the Port board. ..... lets not compare...... us to them

I was infracted for posting on their board re the Thomas tackle on Bassett years ago, but after a couple of civil PM's with Ford Fairlane (and I do mean civil!) it was withdrawn. Ford's OK, but I think a couple of the others might be a little precious

 

[mattymac]

I was infracted for posting on their board re the Thomas tackle on Bassett years ago, but after a couple of civil PM's with Ford Fairlane (and I do mean civil!) it was withdrawn. Ford's OK, but I think a couple of the others might be a little precious

Yeah when you get them on their own they're often quite civil but as a group they are hypersensitive. Something something insecurity

 

[jackster83]

AO looks more exciting every day (cheers to those who have uploaded photos in this thread). The seating angle should really bring people into the game a bit more as they will be right on top of the action.

We all need to prepare for a barrage of complaints from the greater supporter base though, at least initially. People will have to change the routine that has served them well for 20+ years and there will be a lot of confusion regarding access to the ground, finding the amenities, etc.

Catering and public transport (on weekends) are the two things I really hope they get right.

 

[relapse]

In other news some funny photos on the Port board of them all marching in with their flags. Would of felt right at home with a Sheffield Shield crowd.

 

[SNIPER_]

Looks like Justin Westhoff on the far right.

 

[relapse]

They all look like such upstanding contributing citizens

It's really one of the most ridiculous and embarrassing things I have ever seen.

 

[DJ75]

Unemployed? Check.
Free entry? Check.
Confused as to what game you are at? Check.

 

[jackster83]

What I don't understand is that for most people it is much easier to get into town than it ever was to get AAMI. Apparently there were 300,000 people at the Xmas pageant and every working day there are much more than 50,000 heading into and out of town to work. I think the problem comes down to fear of change rather than the change itself.

I was against it initially as I wanted either a new stadium or an upgrade of Footy Park and thought the "toilet bowl" design looked cheap at first.

Walking past it and seeing it close up as well as seeing the progress photos on here converted me. A better viewing angle from the grandstands, superscreens that are actually clearer than a 1970's analogue TV and the rowdiness on the hill will make going to the footy a better experience (along with us not being shit again).

 

[rocket18]

Looks like their normal home game crowd as well, will their bay covers fit??

Talk about cringeworthy, I wonder if Collingwoods cheersquad went to the cricket at the MCG when they were doing the Southern stand and sang their club song LOL.

Good ole Powah, what would we do without them!!

 

[relapse]

Apparently "we're mad because we didn't think of it first"

 

[brucetiki]

Unemployed? Check.
Free entry? Check.
Confused as to what game you are at? Check.

Day release: Check

 

[rocket18]

I was against it initially as I wanted either a new stadium or an upgrade of Footy Park and thought the "toilet bowl" design looked cheap at first.

Walking past it and seeing it close up as well as seeing the progress photos on here converted me. A better viewing angle from the grandstands, superscreens that are actually clearer than a 1970's analogue TV and the rowdiness on the hill will make going to the footy a better experience (along with us not being shit again).

I wasn't against it, loved the idea of CBD AFL. But was concerned about the compromise footy has made. Viewing angles and superscreens would still be the same with a normal northern stand.

The rowdiness of the hill won't be as much as a half full northern stand.

Don't get me wrong I am looking forward to going but the old scoreboard and open end will take away something for me as an AFL fan - great for the cricket followers though.

 

[crows dude]

Im still waiting for my installments to start for next years Adelaide Oval Football Membership. They told me yesterday that the installments start today but im still yet to be charged. Maybe by tonight.

 

[Thumpy]

I hate to say it but by them doing that doesn't help their sterotype.

Guy on the right is pretty much your typical bogan Port supporter

 

[Vooligan]

Took this today. Thought I'd share it because you don't see too many from this angle. Lovely day for the cricket.

 

[Dangerfield]

 

[adelaidecrows]

I wasn't against it, loved the idea of CBD AFL. But was concerned about the compromise footy has made. Viewing angles and superscreens would still be the same with a normal northern stand.

The rowdiness of the hill won't be as much as a half full northern stand.

Don't get me wrong I am looking forward to going but the old scoreboard and open end will take away something for me as an AFL fan - great for the cricket followers though.

I think you are wrong. Standing on the hill will become extremely popular. It adds to the atmosphere. I was at the Port v Melbourne game on the hill and it was a brilliant atmosphere. If anything aside from finals the atmosphere at footy park was pretty average. The thing you have to tell yourself is this is a new beginning, its exciting and fun. I don't think there is anything wrong either with having an open end. with a packed house the place will be electric. I could see it being as boring as bat crap though when port tarp the hill!

 

[Mattrox]

I think you are wrong. Standing on the hill will become extremely popular. It adds to the atmosphere. I was at the Port v Melbourne game on the hill and it was a brilliant atmosphere. If anything aside from finals the atmosphere at footy park was pretty average. The thing you have to tell yourself is this is a new beginning, its exciting and fun. I don't think there is anything wrong either with having an open end. with a packed house the place will be electric. I could see it being as boring as bat crap though when port tarp the hill!

That's not a tarp, it's a tent City!

 

[Dirty Bird]

I was infracted for posting on their board re the Thomas tackle on Bassett years ago, but after a couple of civil PM's with Ford Fairlane (and I do mean civil!) it was withdrawn. Ford's OK, but I think a couple of the others might be a little precious

Lol, I remember once I was having an argument with one of their mods (macca19), all settled, I leave, 2-3 hours later, I get an infraction by another mod (ford fairlaine).

I can deal with them being harsh like the Carlton board, but at least have a uniform stance. Argue with 1 moderator then another out of no where infracts you. One implies it's ok, then the other hits you hard.

 

[Draft Bored]

I took this the other day. Can't wait!

 

[Elite Crow]

The breeze is going to create havoc at the northern end, it's going to be very interesting to compare the scoring ends

 

[Brenton Davy]

The breeze is going to create havoc at the northern end, it's going to be very interesting to compare the scoring ends

If anything is going to create havoc, it's the gaps either side of the Southern stand. They will create real wind tunnels

 

[FR0GGY]

Lol, I remember once I was having an argument with one of their mods (macca19), all settled, I leave, 2-3 hours later, I get an infraction by another mod (ford fairlaine).

I can deal with them being harsh like the Carlton board, but at least have a uniform stance. Argue with 1 moderator then another out of no where infracts you. One implies it's ok, then the other hits you hard.

pretty much like umpiring

 

[WaynesWorld19]

The breeze is going to create havoc at the northern end, it's going to be very interesting to compare the scoring ends

Think Southern end will be worse with the gaps between stands likely to impact the flight of the ball at the last moment ......Northern end will play as it always has at Adelaide Oval