Wimmera Football League

[Dalks]

McClean Magic,
Doug Walton told me last night he wants some coverage in a few weeks time about a few recruits at Ararat.
While its no secret, Mick Fratin will be announcing his return to the club along with Jake Strafehl and Garry Smith.
Redan footballer Mitch Welsh has put in for a clearance to the Rats and a few other boys have been sniffing around which is promising for Ararat.
Reserve coach Dennis Bell has told me a few local identities will come out of retirement if 2s numbers are low, incldung local pizza guru Sayed Bourizk of Ararat United fame.
I've had some very positive feedback from people at AFC about last Friday's publicity, they see it as something that will make a few players rethink the effect of them leaving might have on the club, as well as making a few officials rethink their approch to running a football club.

The Rats are also playing a practice match against Fratto and Spit Graham's old team Whitehorse Pioneers I think, not sure when though.

 

[Dalks]

If you hadn't of stated incorrect information about the young footballer leaving to tatyoon effecting his chances of playing with the rebels then the North Ballarat Football club wouldn't have to reply and have a crack at the club! But in reading your articles this is what you like to do, stir up trouble! Where did that McAloon bloke go?? Bring him back

But that was they whole key to Jones' arguement, that was what we wanted to have a rant about in the first place.
And I didn't state incorrect info, he might have, i didn't.
Ararat have been using the old "You wont get a game with the Rebels" line with dozens of young guys who have tried to leave over the years so I think most people would agree its about time they got a kick in the arse for that one!

 

[RAZZAMATAZZ]

But that was they whole key to Jones' arguement, that was what we wanted to have a rant about in the first place.
And I didn't state incorrect info, he might have, i didn't.
Ararat have been using the old "You wont get a game with the Rebels" line with dozens of young guys who have tried to leave over the years so I think most people would agree its about time they got a kick in the arse for that one!

So you are out to see them get a kick in the arse? that comment proved that! very professional of you! You knew that it was incorrect and would cause trouble so why put it in there?? And you say your a big fan of the club! You talk utter rubbish and i am sick of hearing it! stick to the paper and stay out of the forum with your Crap

 

[McCleanMagic]

Hey guys how about we just leave it there and talk about the positives things. We know ararat havent done much right the last few years. They can only improve. So who are these 6 guys from geelong and 2 from ballarat?

 

[Dalks]

So you are out to see them get a kick in the arse? that comment proved that! very professional of you! You knew that it was incorrect and would cause trouble so why put it in there?? And you say your a big fan of the club! You talk utter rubbish and i am sick of hearing it! stick to the paper and stay out of the forum with your Crap

You sound like a bit of a trouble maker mate, you're hearing what you want to hear and taking things out of context.
I put the Rebels comment from Graham Jones in the story because it illustrated AFC's position on young players leaving the club - That way the reader can make up their own mind as to whether or not Ararat is handling the situation the right way.
I doubt you even understand the story, you probably can't even read properly.
Clearly your problem is me and not the story because you're looking for any reason to discredit me instead of actually talking about whether or not Ararat is at all to blame for its own unfavourable publicity.

 

[Dalks]

Hey guys how about we just leave it there and talk about the positives things. We know ararat havent done much right the last few years. They can only improve. So who are these 6 guys from geelong and 2 from ballarat?

Not sure who the six from Geelong talked about in the Mail Times are - There is a few ex-Ararat players running around down there but I haven't heard about any returning.
Actually now I think about it, Brad Roberts - Who some might remember had a bit of talent as a forward, he talked at Christmas about maybe coming back to have a run with the Rats.

What I'd like someone to tell me is that there's a team who will stop Horsham bettering Ararat's four flags in a row..but I bet there'll be no takers for that one

 

[RAZZAMATAZZ]

You sound like a bit of a trouble maker mate, you're hearing what you want to hear and taking things out of context.
I put the Rebels comment from Graham Jones in the story because it illustrated AFC's position on young players leaving the club - That way the reader can make up their own mind as to whether or not Ararat is handling the situation the right way.
I doubt you even understand the story, you probably can't even read properly.
Clearly your problem is me and not the story because you're looking for any reason to discredit me instead of actually talking about whether or not Ararat is at all to blame for its own unfavourable publicity.

I do have a problem with you, i am sick of reading your rubbish! if the 2 local papers never joined then i wouldn't have to hear the crap you write. We have different views on this matter and we will never see eye to eye so i am ending this, just hope you give ararat the same write ups when they achieve things, because your pretty quick to get into them when the chips are down. Look forward to seeing your next article

 

[Dalks]

I do have a problem with you, i am sick of reading your rubbish! if the 2 local papers never joined then i wouldn't have to hear the crap you write. We have different views on this matter and we will never see eye to eye so i am ending this, just hope you give ararat the same write ups when they achieve things, because your pretty quick to get into them when the chips are down. Look forward to seeing your next article

Funny, the Rats stories didn't go to the Stawell end of the paper as far as I know so I don't think the merger has anything to do with it....
Oh and I have a scrapbook of all the stories I've done for the Rats for the past, so as a final note I invite you to have a look and count for all of our forum friends the positive vs negative publicity for Ararat - I have gone out of my way to pump things up for them but the only time anyone comments on the paper is when they complain...For the 100s of stories I write I only ever hear about the few that people want to complain about.

 

[RAZZAMATAZZ]

Funny, the Rats stories didn't go to the Stawell end of the paper as far as I know so I don't think the merger has anything to do with it....
Oh and I have a scrapbook of all the stories I've done for the Rats for the past, so as a final note I invite you to have a look and count for all of our forum friends the positive vs negative publicity for Ararat - I have gone out of my way to pump things up for them but the only time anyone comments on the paper is when they complain...For the 100s of stories I write I only ever hear about the few that people want to complain about.

Do you want a box of tissues??

 

[Dalks]

If you could hook me up with some RAZZAMATAZZ that would be great

 

[hawks&proud]

If you could hook me up with some RAZZAMATAZZ that would be great

will you 2 piss off and find another site to vent your love for each other just kiss and hug and shut up

 

[journeyman]

I do have a problem with you, i am sick of reading your rubbish! if the 2 local papers never joined then i wouldn't have to hear the crap you write. We have different views on this matter and we will never see eye to eye so i am ending this, just hope you give ararat the same write ups when they achieve things, because your pretty quick to get into them when the chips are down. Look forward to seeing your next article

Sorry to butt in but thought I'd give my view... The role of a newspaper is to sell newspapers, it is not a community service. If Ararat officials go off the air about players leaving that makes for great reading and will sell more newspapers.

It's the job of the Ararat officials to keep their emotions in check when things go bad. If they've said something to the journo and it's "on the record", then the paper has the right to publish it.

It's fair to have a go at the paper if they've published wrong information that isn't attributed to someone.... As in "The Ararat Advertisier believes...." but if it's a quote from Gary Jones then it's his opinion and will be attributed to him.

 

[BETON5]

Sorry to butt in but thought I'd give my view... The role of a newspaper is to sell newspapers, it is not a community service. If Ararat officials go off the air about players leaving that makes for great reading and will sell more newspapers.

It's the job of the Ararat officials to keep their emotions in check when things go bad. If they've said something to the journo and it's "on the record", then the paper has the right to publish it.

It's fair to have a go at the paper if they've published wrong information that isn't attributed to someone.... As in "The Ararat Advertisier believes...." but if it's a quote from Gary Jones then it's his opinion and will be attributed to him.

Its as simple as this fellas.The rats are going to struggle regardless of whats put in the local rag.henry has a job to do and hes only reporting relevant info which he thinks is what the public need to hear.Good luck rats for the 07 season.

 

[Leather Magnet]

My apology to Henry D. as I didn't realise you were a Rats member.

 

[RAZZAMATAZZ]

My apology to Henry D. as I didn't realise you were a Rats member.

Only because the Paper gets memberships for being a sponsor of the ararat football club! wouldn't be out of his own pocket!

 

[Dalks]

Only because the Paper gets memberships for being a sponsor of the ararat football club! wouldn't be out of his own pocket!

Actually RAZZAMATAZZ this year I'm a paid up member of three football clubs, and I'm in discussions about a sponsorship deal where my music business would raise a hefty sum of cash for a local club this year (possibly more than its major sponsor). But I'll give you a tip right now, its clowns like you that make other people think twice about sticking their neck out to lend a hand to clubs...why would anyone bother if they're just going to get crapped on for everything they do?

 

[roaring tiger]

Sorry to butt in but thought I'd give my view... The role of a newspaper is to sell newspapers, it is not a community service. If Ararat officials go off the air about players leaving that makes for great reading and will sell more newspapers.

It's the job of the Ararat officials to keep their emotions in check when things go bad. If they've said something to the journo and it's "on the record", then the paper has the right to publish it.

It's fair to have a go at the paper if they've published wrong information that isn't attributed to someone.... As in "The Ararat Advertisier believes...." but if it's a quote from Gary Jones then it's his opinion and will be attributed to him.

You Journo's stick together don't you!! But your right your job is to sell news papers and people will buy them if there is something interesting to read.

 

[Leather Magnet]

Todays Addie

Absolutely furious
HENRY DALKIN

The family of a promising junior footballer has expressed its disappointment with Ararat Football Club's lack of respect for its players.
Ararat FC general manager Graham Jones and club president Trevor McKinnis commented on the Rats' player crisis in last Friday's edition of the Ararat Advertiser.
Central to Mr Jones case defending his club's view on why young players were walking out on the club was an example about an under-17 footballer who had been lured to a Mininera and District Football League club for $150 per game.
Mr Jones also said the player had lost his chance to play with the North Ballarat Rebels under-18 TAC Cup side because he was not going to play in the Wimmera Football League.
"He was 100 per cent wrong," the boy's father said on Tuesday.
"He just wants a change, he's sick of seeing a lack of respect towards players at the club."
The dismayed parent demanded Ararat Football Club and particularly Mr Jones issue a public apology to his son for turning him off the game he loves to suit their own agenda.
"My son hasn't done anything wrong to deserve this, he wore the red and white with pride," he said.
"He was a best-and-fairest winner in under 14s and under-17s, and gave his best in the seniors when he was required.
"The Rats just aren't showing their players any respect."
As for the claim his son was offered $150 per game by a club, the player's father said Mr Jones was completely wrong.
"He's only a kid, he's there to learn," he said.
"Mr Jones' comments haven't done the club any favours, he should learn the facts before he opens his mouth.
"My son is training every week with the Rebels and he's working hard to achieve his goals."
He said Ararat Football Club's attitude towards players was reflected in the number of players looking to leave them this season, and that Mr Jones was doing nothing to change the situation. "If the Ararat club had any go in them they'd sack him."

 

[Leather Magnet]

And the young fellas auntie has written a letter in the paper today too!
Certainly stirred a few up Henry, lol.

 

[Dalks]

And the young fellas auntie has written a letter in the paper today too!
Certainly stirred a few up Henry, lol.

It seems to be the hottest topic in town doesn't it? I'm told Mixx FM/Weekly Advertiser will be chatting to Jonesy too, I wonder if he'll take the same stance?
I got a call from one of the Ararat boys who moved to Tassie today. He was after the GMs phone number to have a chat about his reference to last year's pledges/contracts for promising players that about a dozen players signed...I don't think he was very happy about it.

He did tell me Joe Waring has been invited to play a practice game with the Tassie Devils this weekend. Those who know Joe will know he deserves every opportunity he gets for his hard work and determination.

Here's hoping Ararat can resolve the matter with the young fella's family asap and focus on the season ahead.

A new Rats' recruit told me this afternoon that he thinks last Friday's coverage has made a few players think twice about leaving, I think one even withdrew his clearance application to leave so I guess it hasn't been all bad for the Rats

So folks, can Ararat finish top five this year? I think they have a chance but I don't think there'll be another reserve flag waiting for them

 

[Time to rise Blues!]

For footballs sake i hope every team can be competitive this year and make it an even competition. As strong as Horsham is we would like to see every team be able to put a competitive team onto the park. Does anyone know what Andy Carter, Horsham United is doing this year?

 

[Time to rise Blues!]

Also i am wondering if anyone knows how Edenhope/Apsley will go this year?

 

[roaring tiger]

It seems to be the hottest topic in town doesn't it? I'm told Mixx FM/Weekly Advertiser will be chatting to Jonesy too, I wonder if he'll take the same stance?
I got a call from one of the Ararat boys who moved to Tassie today. He was after the GMs phone number to have a chat about his reference to last year's pledges/contracts for promising players that about a dozen players signed...I don't think he was very happy about it.

He did tell me Joe Waring has been invited to play a practice game with the Tassie Devils this weekend. Those who know Joe will know he deserves every opportunity he gets for his hard work and determination.

Here's hoping Ararat can resolve the matter with the young fella's family asap and focus on the season ahead.

A new Rats' recruit told me this afternoon that he thinks last Friday's coverage has made a few players think twice about leaving, I think one even withdrew his clearance application to leave so I guess it hasn't been all bad for the Rats

So folks, can Ararat finish top five this year? I think they have a chance but I don't think there'll be another reserve flag waiting for them

Ararat will not make the top 5 Henry. They will be in for a long year i think. They probably over achieved last year.
Joe Waring must of improved a fair bit since a few years ago to be getting close to getting a game with the Tassie Devils.

 

[carrot top]

Can anyone tell me what Bo Thomas is like as a player? any good? and bloke?

Word on the street is clinton midgley will kick very few goals this year as he has a new love interest and has been sighted at family functions, this is from a credable source and i am led to believe he has been missing training to hang with this lovely lass, can anyone confirm this?

 

[kdiddle]

Word on the street is clinton midgley will kick very few goals this year as he has a new love interest and has been sighted at family functions, this is from a credable source and i am led to believe he has been missing training to hang with this lovely lass, can anyone confirm this?

i heard that his nick name is clint smidgley.... because his p enis is a smidgion larger than Ron Jeremys... can anyone conFIRM this?