Fitzroy

[serenityNow]

Unfortunately I don't have any footage of that happy day, but I do have some footage of Fitzroy's final game in Melbourne - a much sadder occasion for old Roy Boys.

Richmond v Fitzroy '96 - Victoria says farewell to the Lions
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zXsZrT9lDHE
[youtube]zXsZrT9lDHE[/youtube]

the sign that appears 5:54 into the video sez it all.
Great watching some of these short videos guys brings back a lot of memories.

 

[Mighty Roar]

Here's a special treat for old Roy Boys and lovers of footy nostalgia alike.....an excerpt from the long out of print video, "Fitzroy's One Hundred Years of Action".

In this clip, our host John Blackman introduces highlights of Fitzroy's Centenary Year, including record breaking victories and Bernie Quinlan's 100th goal for the season. Coach Robert Walls also gives his analysis of the team's development.

Fitzroy Lions - 100 Years of Action - VFL Season 1983
http://youtube.com/watch?v=EeV5ryjn2mk
[youtube]EeV5ryjn2mk[/youtube]

I'll upload more of this historic video as time permits.

Enjoy

 

[Mighty Roar]

.....And as promised, here's the rest of this classic Fitzroy tribute.

Lots of magnificent archival footage spread throughout these videos, along with modern day highlights such as the 1978 Night Grand Final victory.

Enjoy!


Fitzroy Lions - 100 Years of Action - Part 2 - Foundation
http://youtube.com/watch?v=pC75ECDFgW4
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Fitzroy Lions - 100 Years of Action - Part 3 - The War Years
http://youtube.com/watch?v=5saQM-3Tnng
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Fitzroy Lions - 100 Years of Action - Part 4 - The Coaches
http://youtube.com/watch?v=XxNIv7-TxD8
[youtube]XxNIv7-TxD8[/youtube]


Fitzroy Lions - 100 Years of Action - Part 5 - Kevin Murray
http://youtube.com/watch?v=dZ_TcZPz_cA
[youtube]dZ_TcZPz_cA[/youtube]


Fitzroy Lions - 100 Years of Action - Part 6 - Into the 80's
http://youtube.com/watch?v=TuQ9_sYncuQ
[youtube]TuQ9_sYncuQ[/youtube]

 

[Duff TV]

Fact is this is what they (the AFL) wanna do a Fitzroy to Nth Melbourne.

If it comes to the crunch they would be better off staying as Nth, playing in the VFL and still being the Nth Melbourne F.C.

As it stands the experts are saying its only a matter of time and the heat will be on.

What will they do? Do a Fitzroy and merge with an new struggling QLD team and then lose identity? I can't believe Brisbane don't play in the old Fitzroy jumper. It's wrong and lacking in respect.

And all this coming from a Tasmanian. What about us AFL?

With that off my chest. Good night and lets look forward to a good 2008. Go Saints and Tassie Devils

 

[Mighty Roar]

Time for another Fitzroy video. Here's an excerpt from the Herald Sun "Our Game" DVD, detailing the tumultuous events leading up to the AFL's first merger.

Fitzroy Lions - Merger Mayhem - Bulldogs, Kangas and Bears
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EESY0LmPgT0
[youtube]EESY0LmPgT0[/youtube]

Enjoy!

 

[Mobbs]

Mind if I tout mine here?

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[Mighty Roar]

At long last! Some feel-good Fitzroy footage!

I won't embed this video because the low quality version looks absolutely terrible. I think all Roy Boys and Roy Girls will agree - these momentous scenes deserve a high quality link!

Fitzroy vs Fremantle 1996 - The Lions Roar Once More!
http://au.youtube.com/watch?v=P-WjbhCkQdA&fmt=6

Enjoy!

 

[royboy2]

I won't embed this video because the low quality version looks absolutely terrible.
Fitzroy vs Fremantle 1996 - The Lions Roar Once More!

I think it looks shit hot!! top effort!

[youtube]P-WjbhCkQdA&fmt=6[/youtube]

 

[Mighty Roar]

Just uploaded a small clip from the excellent AFL documentary, "The Passion To Play".

Brad Boyd, Jarrod Molloy, Matthew Primus and Paul Roos recall the difficulties of playing in uncertain times...

Fitzroy Lions - The Threat Of Extinction - The Players' Perspective

[youtube]jm1HHv8YgXo[/youtube]

or click here to watch the high quality version.

Enjoy!

 

[esaint66]

At long last! Some feel-good Fitzroy footage!

I won't embed this video because the low quality version looks absolutely terrible. I think all Roy Boys and Roy Girls will agree - these momentous scenes deserve a high quality link!

Fitzroy vs Fremantle 1996 - The Lions Roar Once More!
http://au.youtube.com/watch?v=P-WjbhCkQdA&fmt=6

Enjoy!

That's amazing !!!

The song at the end couldn't have summed it up better, "there will never be a better game than the one we saw today".