Martin honours Maori heritage

Barnzy

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#51
I'm not a fan of it but I don't care what he puts on his body, his football will do the talking. Obviously it means something to him too, not just for show.

Look at all the keyboard warrior wankers on the Main Board bagging him, calling him a bogan, etc. BF + school holidays pretty much sums it up.
 

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#53
I read the main board with interest. As a Kiwi and a mad Tiger supporter, I suppose I'm someone taken aback by the lack of consideration of the cultural reasons why he has had his neck tattooed. Just have a google of the words "Ta Moko" and have a read.
It's always good to be open minded about other's culture. That's why I love AFL.
Anyways, I'm off to pack my bag and fly to Melbourne tomorrow morning for the Swans game.
Haere Ra!
 

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#54
I read the main board with interest. As a Kiwi and a mad Tiger supporter, I suppose I'm someone taken aback by the lack of consideration of the cultural reasons why he has had his neck tattooed. Just have a google of the words "Ta Moko" and have a read.
It's always good to be open minded about other's culture. Ra!
Mate, the world is full of ignorant, bigoted, judgmental fools - sadly.
 

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#55
Just heard Dimma in his Presser give Dusty the thumbs up with the tats. Said "he is free to express himself and is obviously close to his Dad so good on him."

Went on to say it "wouldnt suit my neck, ill give you the tip" Haha

Love the Dimma, and that kind of comment would show the players would as well :thumbsu:
I read Hardwick also said it translated to "Get out of my way" in Maori
 
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