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Hi Footy fans...
So we reach the conclusion of another year of SANFL football, the clock now starts counting once again to the beginning of the 2017 season. But before we did that, there was one thing left to do and that was to crown a premier. This year it came down to the Eagles, one of the more recent hard luck cases in the SANFL whose multiple appearances in the decider from the 2000's onwards had brought few rewards. Then there's the Double Blues, who have had their own dark times in that same period for far less return than their opponents. In fact, their last triumph would be turned on its head shortly thereafter. Something had to give this day, one club's bad times had to come to an end but one would also have to continue. So it would be on this day at the Adelaide Oval in front of over 30000 SA footy-heads that one club would achieve their destiny... collect the 2016 premiership flag and the Thomas Seymour-Hill Trophy. This is Football.
Welcome to the final instalment of the SANFL Wrap-Up... the 2016 IGA League Grand Final.
Woodville-West Torrens' breakthrough premiership victory in 1993 was just the tonic that was needed to snap the divide between the old Warriors and Eagles supporters, that massive 73-point victory against the Redlegs in just their third year as a merged club bringing the much needed morale back to Oval Avenue and truly bring the former Thebarton faithful into the fold. But its been a real bumpy ride from that point, they defended their title to the hilt the next season only to go down to the Magpies in the Grand Final, then played finals twice in the ensuing years up to 1999. A new rivalry was born during the 2000's onwards, the Eagles featuring in six grand finals against the Bulldogs who during this period would be their nightmare opponent, including their 20-odd goal hiding in 2004. But the Eagles managed to get some licks in themselves on two occasions from those six encounters. In 2006, they ran rampant against the Dogs for their second title, then came one of the closest grand finals in recent memory in 2011 where the Eagles dodged a Bulldogs bullet to win by three points for their third flag. After that triumph came the pain, the next three seasons ending in straight sets exits from finals. If that wasn't enough, they were the favourites to take out the 2015 flag when they finished minor premiers and won the 2nd Semi-Final. But fate decided on the Bloods that year, going down by five goals. Redemption was the word for the Eagles, who finished the regular season on 14 wins and four losses, probably the most consistent performer all year. Two of those losses came in the first three weeks of the season, the last two in Rounds 16 and 22.
The Double Blues successes have been few and far between as well, it took them 15 seasons to register their first premiership in 1915. Then World War Two broke out, but when hostilities ceased on the battlefield they were truly able to defend their title. They did just that, taking out the 1919 flag. Their fifth premiership would be the beginning of a long period between drinks, but when they returned to prominence they returned with a vengeance. The Blues brought the Port Adelaide dominance of the late 50's to early 60's to a screeching halt, the Jack Oatey-coached unit took the next five SANFL premierships including the 1966 revenge trip against the Magpies. After a further two titles in 1974 and 1976, another long and painful drought ensued. They contested the 1978 decider, but their shocking display in goals during the course of the match gave way to a final quarter Norwood onslaught. The Redlegs won by a point, which became the subject of the book ironically titled "How Norwood gave Sturt the blues". It took until 1998 for the Blues to feature in a Grand Final again, but the old enemy in Port Adelaide -- who finished fourth as opposed to the Blues finishing minor premiers -- would come back to haunt them. Four years later came the breakthrough, the 2002 premiership coming at the expense of the Bulldogs, but not too long after came the disastrous end of season trip that would claim the life of one of their premiership players and one of their trainers. They came up short once more in 2009 and then a few years later would find themselves in some financial trouble that almost saw them have to shut up shop at Oxford Terrace. However, fast forward to today and some behind the scenes tweaking, fundraising, a membership drive and a new coach, the club finished third with a 13-4 win-loss record and finished the season with a draw against the Tigers.
Technically, this isn't the first time these clubs have clashed in a premiership decider. The Eagles of today haven't faced Sturt on the big day, but the Eagles of Thebarton Oval pre-merger have. It was in 1924 that West Torrens took its first premiership against the Blues in front of a then-record crowd of just over 44000. It was probably the absence of an AFL reserves side that brought many interested neutral onlookers out to the Adelaide Oval amongst the heavy numbers of Sturt fans as compared to Eagles fans, a touch over 30000 turning out in a figure that would have surely pleased the league. By this year's results, the Eagles were the hot favourites considering they took all three preceding encounters including the 2nd Semi-Final which they won by four goals. But history also shows that the Blues took the 2002 flag after losing all their other matches to the Dogs that season. The match began with a fan-frustrating opening term where both sides managed just one goal each through the likes of Michael Wundke and Mark Evans, four Eagles behinds to Sturt's one finding the minor premiers up by three points at the first change. The key for the Blues here was possession, limiting the Eagles' forays into attack. The goals came more easily in the second quarter, Wundke helping the Eagles to a 10-point lead eight minutes in. But by the half-time break, goals to the likes of Ben Hansen, Kory Beard and Jack Stephens against former Crow Jared Petrenko's major helped the Blues to a three-point lead by the long break, both sides scoring one behind each as well.
When play resumed for the second half, the Blues went about extending their advantage. Despite Wundke opening the scoring for the Eagles just after the third minute, he found himself alone on the scoreboard for the entire quarter. That wouldn't do his team any favours, he added a goal and a behind later in the term while the Blues kicked four goals without a miss. Beard scored a double while John Greenslade and Jarrod Lienert added themselves to the goalscorer's column. At three quarter-time, the Blues were up by 14 points. One of those majors was particularly spectacular, coming from an angle reminiscent of the old Tony Hall pocket at Football Park. Unfortunately for the Eagles faithful, the pain of missed opportunities would continue for another year. It was made even more clear as the TV cameras picked up W-WT coach Michael Godden with his head in his hands late in the final term. Lachlan McGregor and Wundke scored goals at each end of the quarter, while Greenslade, Zane Kirkwood and Lienert ensured Sturt's victory with their goals. The Blues 4.2 to the Eagles' 2.1 saw a final deficit of 27 points, handing Sturt their 14th senior premiership. Jack Stephens was named the Jack Oatey Medallist, he kept Andrew Ainger quiet and racked up 22 disposals, eight marks, five tackles as well as his goal in the second term. The premiership medal around Zane Kirkwood's neck was the finishing touch on a stellar 2016, where he not only took the Magarey Medal but also the Fos Williams Medal for his display for South Australia against Victoria earlier this season. In the Eagles camp, Jared Petrenko was voted their standout. This was also the final appearance for 229-gamer Luke Jarrad, who is returning to Victoria.
Sunday September 25
2016 SANFL IGA LEAGUE GRAND FINAL
Sturt 12.4 (76)
Woodville-West Torrens 7.7 (49)
30,213 @ Adelaide Oval
REPORTS
Sturt -- Gamble (rough conduct)
ROOSTERS DOUBLE THE PAIN FOR EAGLES
The main event was the tip of the iceberg for the Eagles on Sunday, they had also dropped the chance at a fourth consecutive Reserves title after losing the Grand Final to North Adelaide by 20 points. Like the seniors, the Eagles finished minor premiers while the Roosters finished in fourth position so were in sudden death each week. After leading by two points at quarter-time, the Roosters' second quarter effort of 6.2 to the Eagles lousy one behind was pretty much the deciding factor. The Eagles did outscore the Roosters in the ensuing second half, but the Roosters would keep them from landing any decisive blows on the scoreboard. Jay Shannon was named best afield and won the Bob Lee Medal, he notched up 30 disposals, 10 marks, 11 tackles and two goals.
RESERVES GRAND FINAL
North Adelaide 15.9 (99)
Woodville-West Torrens 12.7 (79)
SACFL PREMIERS AND MEDALLISTS
The list below contains the Grand Final results and Best & Fairest medal winners from the various leagues that comprise the South Australian Community Football League. This includes the Amateur League’s Keith Sims OAM Medal, the Women’s League’s Dutschke Medal and the Mail Medallists of the 25 country leagues under the SACFL banner. The Motor Accident Commission of SA is proud major sponsor of the SACFL, with corporate sponsors Jones Harley Toole, Thomas Foods International, PILA Group, Cool or Cosy Total Energy Solutions, RossAir Charter and West End Breweries.
SA AMATEURS
Prince Alfred OS 10.13 (73) def. Tea Tree Gully 6.10 (46)
Alex McKay (Tea Tree Gully)
SA WOMENS
Morphettville Park 7.12 (54) def. West Adelaide 2.2 (14)
Chloe Scheer (Modbury)
ADELAIDE PLAINS
Malala 12.23 (95) def. Virginia 8.8 (56)
Nigel Osborne (Mallala)
BAROSSA, LIGHT & GAWLER
Barossa District 12.12 (84) def. Gawler Central 10.13 (73)
Nick Schmidt (Tanunda)
BROKEN HILL
Norths 8.8 (56) def. Souths 5.11 (41)
Eddie Morgan (Norths)
EASTERN EYRE
Kimba Districts 14.13 (97) def. Eastern Ranges 8.7 (55)
Jesse Kemp (Kimba Districts)
FAR NORTH
Roxby Districts 10.10 (70) def. East Roxby 8.8 (56)
Tyrone Cribb (Roxby Districts)
FAR WEST
Blues 12.9 (81) def. Thevenard 10.18 (78)
Adam Braendler (Thevenard)
GREAT FLINDERS
United Yeelanna 18.11 (119) def. Cummins Kappinie 9.11 (65)
Mitchell Laurie (Tumby Bay)
GREAT SOUTHERN
Mt. Compass 8.4 (52) def. Encounter Bay 4.6 (30)
Sean Beath (Willunga) & Peter Hoban (Mt. Compass)
HILLS
Hahndorf 15.19 (109) def. Torrens Valley 9.13 (67)
Ben Hanna (Torrens Valley)
KANGAROO ISLAND
Dudley United 11.9 (75) def. Kingscote 6.9 (45)
Zak Edwards (Kingscote)
KOWREE, NARACOORTE & TATIARA
Penola 19.7 (121) def. Kybybolite 12.15 (87)
Ryan McInerney (Lucindale)
MALLEE
Border Downs-Tintinara 12.17 (89) def. Peake 10.9 (69)
Gabe Phillips (Peake)
MID SOUTH-EAST
Mt. Burr 15.18 (108) def. Kalangadoo 9.12 (66)
Jack Casey (Kalangadoo)
MID WEST
Central Eyre 14.11 (95) def. West Coast Hawks 6.7 (43)
Jake Bruce (Central Eyre)
NORTH EASTERN
RSM United 10.25 (85) def. Mintaro/Manoora 3.3 (21)
Sam Heinjus (BSR)
NORTHERN AREAS
Broughton-Mundoorah 9.10 (64) def. Crystal Brook 9.9 (63)
Campbell Combe (Crystal Brook)
PORT LINCOLN
Mallee Park 15.13 (103) def. Lincoln South 13.8 (86)
Christopher Minns (Lincoln South)
RIVER MURRAY
Ramblers 20.7 (127) def. Mannum 11.12 (78)
Brian Fenton (Meningie)
RIVERLAND
Waikerie 17.9 (111) def. Barmera-Monash 10.9 (69)
Richard O’Grady (Barmera-Monash)
RIVERLAND INDEPENDENT
Browns Well 19.18 (132) def. Ramco 8.5 (53)
Brian Hampel (Browns Well)
SOUTHERN
Flagstaff Hill 7.11 (53) def. Morphett Vale 6.4 (40)
Liam Corrie (Morphett Vale)
SPENCER GULF
South Augusta 14.14 (98) def. West Augusta 4.17 (41)
Jordan Fuller (Prop. Risdon)
WESTERN BORDER
North Gambier 8.16 (64) def. South Gambier 8.4 (52)
Brett O’Neill (South Gambier)
WHYALLA
West Whyalla 15.6 (96) def. North Whyalla 7.8 (50)
Mark Phillips (South Whyalla)
YORKE PENINSULA
Monte 14.15 (99) def. Central Yorke 8.7 (55)
Joel Palmer (Kadina)
Well that's the end for Season 2016. So until next season... that's a wrap.
STURT FOOTBALL CLUB -- SANFL Premiers 2016
So we reach the conclusion of another year of SANFL football, the clock now starts counting once again to the beginning of the 2017 season. But before we did that, there was one thing left to do and that was to crown a premier. This year it came down to the Eagles, one of the more recent hard luck cases in the SANFL whose multiple appearances in the decider from the 2000's onwards had brought few rewards. Then there's the Double Blues, who have had their own dark times in that same period for far less return than their opponents. In fact, their last triumph would be turned on its head shortly thereafter. Something had to give this day, one club's bad times had to come to an end but one would also have to continue. So it would be on this day at the Adelaide Oval in front of over 30000 SA footy-heads that one club would achieve their destiny... collect the 2016 premiership flag and the Thomas Seymour-Hill Trophy. This is Football.
Welcome to the final instalment of the SANFL Wrap-Up... the 2016 IGA League Grand Final.
Woodville-West Torrens' breakthrough premiership victory in 1993 was just the tonic that was needed to snap the divide between the old Warriors and Eagles supporters, that massive 73-point victory against the Redlegs in just their third year as a merged club bringing the much needed morale back to Oval Avenue and truly bring the former Thebarton faithful into the fold. But its been a real bumpy ride from that point, they defended their title to the hilt the next season only to go down to the Magpies in the Grand Final, then played finals twice in the ensuing years up to 1999. A new rivalry was born during the 2000's onwards, the Eagles featuring in six grand finals against the Bulldogs who during this period would be their nightmare opponent, including their 20-odd goal hiding in 2004. But the Eagles managed to get some licks in themselves on two occasions from those six encounters. In 2006, they ran rampant against the Dogs for their second title, then came one of the closest grand finals in recent memory in 2011 where the Eagles dodged a Bulldogs bullet to win by three points for their third flag. After that triumph came the pain, the next three seasons ending in straight sets exits from finals. If that wasn't enough, they were the favourites to take out the 2015 flag when they finished minor premiers and won the 2nd Semi-Final. But fate decided on the Bloods that year, going down by five goals. Redemption was the word for the Eagles, who finished the regular season on 14 wins and four losses, probably the most consistent performer all year. Two of those losses came in the first three weeks of the season, the last two in Rounds 16 and 22.
The Double Blues successes have been few and far between as well, it took them 15 seasons to register their first premiership in 1915. Then World War Two broke out, but when hostilities ceased on the battlefield they were truly able to defend their title. They did just that, taking out the 1919 flag. Their fifth premiership would be the beginning of a long period between drinks, but when they returned to prominence they returned with a vengeance. The Blues brought the Port Adelaide dominance of the late 50's to early 60's to a screeching halt, the Jack Oatey-coached unit took the next five SANFL premierships including the 1966 revenge trip against the Magpies. After a further two titles in 1974 and 1976, another long and painful drought ensued. They contested the 1978 decider, but their shocking display in goals during the course of the match gave way to a final quarter Norwood onslaught. The Redlegs won by a point, which became the subject of the book ironically titled "How Norwood gave Sturt the blues". It took until 1998 for the Blues to feature in a Grand Final again, but the old enemy in Port Adelaide -- who finished fourth as opposed to the Blues finishing minor premiers -- would come back to haunt them. Four years later came the breakthrough, the 2002 premiership coming at the expense of the Bulldogs, but not too long after came the disastrous end of season trip that would claim the life of one of their premiership players and one of their trainers. They came up short once more in 2009 and then a few years later would find themselves in some financial trouble that almost saw them have to shut up shop at Oxford Terrace. However, fast forward to today and some behind the scenes tweaking, fundraising, a membership drive and a new coach, the club finished third with a 13-4 win-loss record and finished the season with a draw against the Tigers.
Technically, this isn't the first time these clubs have clashed in a premiership decider. The Eagles of today haven't faced Sturt on the big day, but the Eagles of Thebarton Oval pre-merger have. It was in 1924 that West Torrens took its first premiership against the Blues in front of a then-record crowd of just over 44000. It was probably the absence of an AFL reserves side that brought many interested neutral onlookers out to the Adelaide Oval amongst the heavy numbers of Sturt fans as compared to Eagles fans, a touch over 30000 turning out in a figure that would have surely pleased the league. By this year's results, the Eagles were the hot favourites considering they took all three preceding encounters including the 2nd Semi-Final which they won by four goals. But history also shows that the Blues took the 2002 flag after losing all their other matches to the Dogs that season. The match began with a fan-frustrating opening term where both sides managed just one goal each through the likes of Michael Wundke and Mark Evans, four Eagles behinds to Sturt's one finding the minor premiers up by three points at the first change. The key for the Blues here was possession, limiting the Eagles' forays into attack. The goals came more easily in the second quarter, Wundke helping the Eagles to a 10-point lead eight minutes in. But by the half-time break, goals to the likes of Ben Hansen, Kory Beard and Jack Stephens against former Crow Jared Petrenko's major helped the Blues to a three-point lead by the long break, both sides scoring one behind each as well.
When play resumed for the second half, the Blues went about extending their advantage. Despite Wundke opening the scoring for the Eagles just after the third minute, he found himself alone on the scoreboard for the entire quarter. That wouldn't do his team any favours, he added a goal and a behind later in the term while the Blues kicked four goals without a miss. Beard scored a double while John Greenslade and Jarrod Lienert added themselves to the goalscorer's column. At three quarter-time, the Blues were up by 14 points. One of those majors was particularly spectacular, coming from an angle reminiscent of the old Tony Hall pocket at Football Park. Unfortunately for the Eagles faithful, the pain of missed opportunities would continue for another year. It was made even more clear as the TV cameras picked up W-WT coach Michael Godden with his head in his hands late in the final term. Lachlan McGregor and Wundke scored goals at each end of the quarter, while Greenslade, Zane Kirkwood and Lienert ensured Sturt's victory with their goals. The Blues 4.2 to the Eagles' 2.1 saw a final deficit of 27 points, handing Sturt their 14th senior premiership. Jack Stephens was named the Jack Oatey Medallist, he kept Andrew Ainger quiet and racked up 22 disposals, eight marks, five tackles as well as his goal in the second term. The premiership medal around Zane Kirkwood's neck was the finishing touch on a stellar 2016, where he not only took the Magarey Medal but also the Fos Williams Medal for his display for South Australia against Victoria earlier this season. In the Eagles camp, Jared Petrenko was voted their standout. This was also the final appearance for 229-gamer Luke Jarrad, who is returning to Victoria.
Sunday September 25
2016 SANFL IGA LEAGUE GRAND FINAL
Sturt 12.4 (76)
Woodville-West Torrens 7.7 (49)
30,213 @ Adelaide Oval
REPORTS
Sturt -- Gamble (rough conduct)
ROOSTERS DOUBLE THE PAIN FOR EAGLES
The main event was the tip of the iceberg for the Eagles on Sunday, they had also dropped the chance at a fourth consecutive Reserves title after losing the Grand Final to North Adelaide by 20 points. Like the seniors, the Eagles finished minor premiers while the Roosters finished in fourth position so were in sudden death each week. After leading by two points at quarter-time, the Roosters' second quarter effort of 6.2 to the Eagles lousy one behind was pretty much the deciding factor. The Eagles did outscore the Roosters in the ensuing second half, but the Roosters would keep them from landing any decisive blows on the scoreboard. Jay Shannon was named best afield and won the Bob Lee Medal, he notched up 30 disposals, 10 marks, 11 tackles and two goals.
RESERVES GRAND FINAL
North Adelaide 15.9 (99)
Woodville-West Torrens 12.7 (79)
SACFL PREMIERS AND MEDALLISTS
The list below contains the Grand Final results and Best & Fairest medal winners from the various leagues that comprise the South Australian Community Football League. This includes the Amateur League’s Keith Sims OAM Medal, the Women’s League’s Dutschke Medal and the Mail Medallists of the 25 country leagues under the SACFL banner. The Motor Accident Commission of SA is proud major sponsor of the SACFL, with corporate sponsors Jones Harley Toole, Thomas Foods International, PILA Group, Cool or Cosy Total Energy Solutions, RossAir Charter and West End Breweries.
SA AMATEURS
Prince Alfred OS 10.13 (73) def. Tea Tree Gully 6.10 (46)
Alex McKay (Tea Tree Gully)
SA WOMENS
Morphettville Park 7.12 (54) def. West Adelaide 2.2 (14)
Chloe Scheer (Modbury)
ADELAIDE PLAINS
Malala 12.23 (95) def. Virginia 8.8 (56)
Nigel Osborne (Mallala)
BAROSSA, LIGHT & GAWLER
Barossa District 12.12 (84) def. Gawler Central 10.13 (73)
Nick Schmidt (Tanunda)
BROKEN HILL
Norths 8.8 (56) def. Souths 5.11 (41)
Eddie Morgan (Norths)
EASTERN EYRE
Kimba Districts 14.13 (97) def. Eastern Ranges 8.7 (55)
Jesse Kemp (Kimba Districts)
FAR NORTH
Roxby Districts 10.10 (70) def. East Roxby 8.8 (56)
Tyrone Cribb (Roxby Districts)
FAR WEST
Blues 12.9 (81) def. Thevenard 10.18 (78)
Adam Braendler (Thevenard)
GREAT FLINDERS
United Yeelanna 18.11 (119) def. Cummins Kappinie 9.11 (65)
Mitchell Laurie (Tumby Bay)
GREAT SOUTHERN
Mt. Compass 8.4 (52) def. Encounter Bay 4.6 (30)
Sean Beath (Willunga) & Peter Hoban (Mt. Compass)
HILLS
Hahndorf 15.19 (109) def. Torrens Valley 9.13 (67)
Ben Hanna (Torrens Valley)
KANGAROO ISLAND
Dudley United 11.9 (75) def. Kingscote 6.9 (45)
Zak Edwards (Kingscote)
KOWREE, NARACOORTE & TATIARA
Penola 19.7 (121) def. Kybybolite 12.15 (87)
Ryan McInerney (Lucindale)
MALLEE
Border Downs-Tintinara 12.17 (89) def. Peake 10.9 (69)
Gabe Phillips (Peake)
MID SOUTH-EAST
Mt. Burr 15.18 (108) def. Kalangadoo 9.12 (66)
Jack Casey (Kalangadoo)
MID WEST
Central Eyre 14.11 (95) def. West Coast Hawks 6.7 (43)
Jake Bruce (Central Eyre)
NORTH EASTERN
RSM United 10.25 (85) def. Mintaro/Manoora 3.3 (21)
Sam Heinjus (BSR)
NORTHERN AREAS
Broughton-Mundoorah 9.10 (64) def. Crystal Brook 9.9 (63)
Campbell Combe (Crystal Brook)
PORT LINCOLN
Mallee Park 15.13 (103) def. Lincoln South 13.8 (86)
Christopher Minns (Lincoln South)
RIVER MURRAY
Ramblers 20.7 (127) def. Mannum 11.12 (78)
Brian Fenton (Meningie)
RIVERLAND
Waikerie 17.9 (111) def. Barmera-Monash 10.9 (69)
Richard O’Grady (Barmera-Monash)
RIVERLAND INDEPENDENT
Browns Well 19.18 (132) def. Ramco 8.5 (53)
Brian Hampel (Browns Well)
SOUTHERN
Flagstaff Hill 7.11 (53) def. Morphett Vale 6.4 (40)
Liam Corrie (Morphett Vale)
SPENCER GULF
South Augusta 14.14 (98) def. West Augusta 4.17 (41)
Jordan Fuller (Prop. Risdon)
WESTERN BORDER
North Gambier 8.16 (64) def. South Gambier 8.4 (52)
Brett O’Neill (South Gambier)
WHYALLA
West Whyalla 15.6 (96) def. North Whyalla 7.8 (50)
Mark Phillips (South Whyalla)
YORKE PENINSULA
Monte 14.15 (99) def. Central Yorke 8.7 (55)
Joel Palmer (Kadina)
Well that's the end for Season 2016. So until next season... that's a wrap.
STURT FOOTBALL CLUB -- SANFL Premiers 2016
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