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Any match reports from those that attended over the weekend. I haven't had a chance to head down to Dairy Bell yet, hoping after Easter their fortunes change and they become more competitive.
The big question, who joins them in B next season?
The big question, who joins them in B next season?
An old boys or Uni side would be good
APS only finals coming up. Maybe Blacks for drop?
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No flies on this observation, there ain’t anything but these 2 ‘categories’….
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Went and watched Collegians at the Trott against Uni Blues when I was in town.
Pretty ordinary quarter and a half from Collegians that involved our boys merely running one way (forward of the footy), especially in midfield, and not bothering to make Uni accountable when they got the footy going the other way, which opened up a handy 4 goal lead early on, which we struggled to get back for the rest of the day.
The Collegians side still has 10 or 12 premiership players from 2023 playing, but it seemed to me that there are a lot of newer and younger players in lions side from then, and these boys are still not quite used to the intensity of four quarter senior footy at A grade level. That being said, we had a lot of chances, our kicking was pretty poor and in usual Collegians fashion, we probably missed having an extra big bloke on the field. Uni Blues have Stewart and Grimley, which is a nightmare for opposition coaches as both require seriously big defenders to play on them.
0-2 for the lions and from what I saw a pretty bad injury to skipper Sam Hibbins who looked to dislocate his elbow halfway through the final quarter, so I doubt he will be playing any time soon.
From what I can see already this year, it is a pretty even competition, so let's see how it plays out post easter.
Pretty ordinary quarter and a half from Collegians that involved our boys merely running one way (forward of the footy), especially in midfield, and not bothering to make Uni accountable when they got the footy going the other way, which opened up a handy 4 goal lead early on, which we struggled to get back for the rest of the day.
The Collegians side still has 10 or 12 premiership players from 2023 playing, but it seemed to me that there are a lot of newer and younger players in lions side from then, and these boys are still not quite used to the intensity of four quarter senior footy at A grade level. That being said, we had a lot of chances, our kicking was pretty poor and in usual Collegians fashion, we probably missed having an extra big bloke on the field. Uni Blues have Stewart and Grimley, which is a nightmare for opposition coaches as both require seriously big defenders to play on them.
0-2 for the lions and from what I saw a pretty bad injury to skipper Sam Hibbins who looked to dislocate his elbow halfway through the final quarter, so I doubt he will be playing any time soon.
From what I can see already this year, it is a pretty even competition, so let's see how it plays out post easter.
Leading into this w/e, seemed Collegians were staring down the barrel after an iffy start & now facing the Cardinals who have kicked off in fine fettle - as expected.
Had a squizz of OS v Collegians @ Camberwell yesterday & how things shift in a week.
Serious switch (for both) of fortunes, energy, ball handling, speed & positive movement.
Minor Hiccup for OS yes, Collegians back on track & the purple crew having the wood over the Cardinals on their deck returns….
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Yes Scotch had a few VFL missing but Collegians also had half a dozen VFL outs. All teams are affected by those.
Also players of the likes of Beilby, Bazzani, Hibbins out with injury.
They’ve also now beaten Scotch 3 times in last 12 months so it was no unique event.
Realistically this year there are 8 teams capable of competing for finals and of beating each other on their day.
Still have Brighton as favourites but the coaches pre season thinking that’s it a very even comp this year is set to play out
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You’ve had a shocker, if not for OX coming over the top you would have had a donut.
In all seriousness though, a great effort by Uni Blacks in the derby, whilst the other results were expected, except the Scotch one.
Excuse meYou’ve had a shocker, if not for OX coming over the top you would have had a donut.
In all seriousness though, a great effort by Uni Blacks in the derby, whilst the other results were expected, except the Scotch one.
I got your SKOBAFL at the Dairy Bell
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Ah yes true, I think I was put off by the predicted ‘narrow’ margin
I saw their only XXXXAFL recruit was out. Should have levelled the playing field at Dairy BellAh yes true, I think I was put off by the predicted ‘narrow’ margin
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He got injured in the first 20 minutes last round versus OX but soldiered on when he shouldn’t have. Hopefully will be back sooner rather than later.
Ah yes true, I think I was put off by the predicted ‘narrow’ margin
You have a very handy team Mr Platinum, didn't get out of second gear and pummelled De La. Boys against men unfortunately, despite the early going being even SKOBS banging on the next 10 goals ended the contest quick smart.
De La showed a few signs of life, but 15-20 minutes of good football doesn't cut it at this level. Not looking for any sympathy but we could be starring down the barrel of a winless season.
On a seperate note, well done to all from SKOBS who attended the pre-game lunch (5 former club presidents if you don't mind) and stuck around to watch the game. I haven't seen crowd numbers like that at Dairy Bell since the highly anticipated Xavs matchups of the early 2000's.
SKOB always support in numbers. A great club. Although the loss to Xavs was by a bigger margin SKOB are the best we have faced so far. Cruised for the most part and just flicked the switch when required. Had hoped we might sneak a win somewhere but the teams I thought we might compete with look to be a level above. Albeit we have played 3 very good sides, getting hammered in consecutive weeks eventually takes its toll.
Have said this before and I know I am in the minority but have just never been a wrap for 2 up 2 down. While there are always exceptions recent history suggests teams going up struggle at the level and often come straight back down within a year or two. At least the premiers have a flag to reflect on the runners up cop a double whammy of a GF loss and a very tough season the following year. Understand it works ok in D1-3 as it provides opportunities for clubs to move up the grades but for Prem A-C in my view it should be premiers up and 10th place down.
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Disagree..but love a post on any Ammo topic. Clubs need to be able to move through the grades as quick as possible if they are finishing top 2. Makes Preliminary Final day one of the greatest days in Ammos footy. I remember Old Carey Panthers winning a thriller on Prelim day, but losing GF. And that promotion led to further promotions and flags.
I just think a 1 up and 1 down policy leads to far too much weight on that one final game. I love the spread.
Prelim final day being equally as big, and any team deserves promotion for making it in to a GF in a divisional up and down comp. But respect your view.
Old Camberwell could be still in Division 1 instead of being 2nd in Prem B.
OI lost 1998 in B Grade by a point then ended up playing is the finals the next year in A Grade.
Promotion is a big part mental. If you believe you belong that goes along way. Players help as well.
DLS had a bad Grand Final and other outside noise that would have been hard to overcome.
DLS have also been hit with issues around praccy matches and ground availability.
From the outside all are valid excuses.
All valid arguments and I know I am in the minority here. Old Camberwell might still have made it to B grade but with D1 and C grade flags to celebrate rather than enduring the heartbreak of consecutive GF losses. You reference a 1998 example which is fair enough but there have been countless examples too numerous to mention over the last 10-15 years which support my position. We have been up and down many times before so this is not our first rodeo but times have changed and 'A' grade is such a high standard these days. The gap between A and B is widening.
I'm ok with 2 up 2 down for divisions but not premier grades. If it was such a great concept then why is the VAFA the only (as far as I know) competition that does it? C grade and B grade runners up from last season are both stone motherless last at 0-3 with % of 39 and 42 respectively. And Max your defence of DLS is very gracious however it has nothing to do with ground and practice match availability and everything to do with not having the talent or depth to compete in A grade.
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Eastern have now gone back to 2 up 2 down
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I think if you check OS V Coll in their last 20 games, OS have won one!
FWIW the other thing the 2 up 2 down does is keep the dead rubbers to a minimum. Teams fighting to stay up or make the 4.
Look at the EDFL with East Keilor, the second half of the season will be a joke for most teams as they have nothing to play for except collecting their cash.......
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At least clubs in our division don't completely go to water like clubs in other leagues, I'm looking at East Keilor. In senior first division football to not even score is beyond a joke.
Two up and two down works the other way too. Last year, Fitzroy were one goal from being in A grade this year. Three rounds into season 2025 and they are winless in B grade. It can turn just like that, either way, that's just footy.
I still think the biggest thing to staying in A grade is having a decent stream of good quality young players come into the team. Without that, it becomes extremely difficult to stay up let alone be competitive.
And now an old boys club , so easy to bring in
Might be #BluesAFL for the drop. Everyone rejoice
