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News Phil Walsh RIP
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Yep, probably a very simple but true statement. Numb. I think that's how we all will feel for a while.
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That is excellent news mate! Mend those bridges, nothing is more important than family. Very happy for you
Stay strong TSR
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I heard the news as I was leaving for work this morning. I'm still in a state of disbelief. I feel for his wife, what an absolute tragedy. Stick together guys.
You make sure that hug goes just a little bit longer mate!!
That's awesome. Good on you.
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Copied across from the Geelong board...very touching from a former mate Mark Yeates.
VALE PHIL WALSH - A GUN - by Mark Yeates
I write this with sincere condolences to the Walsh family.
Born in 1960 in Mt.Gambier I was blessed to grow up and play football.
At the age of 15, I came across an opponent who I had played against in my junior years who was playing in the seniors for Hamilton . He was born in 1960 too. We were the same age.
My senior coach one day, in his address before the game against Hamilton,instructed everyone in our team "DO NOT UNDERESTIMATE THE KID ON THE WING, HE CAN PLAY!".
I (as a kid playing with and against men) already knew this.
The KID'S name was Phillip Walsh and I knew he could play as both he and had represented Collingwood together as team mates in an under 15 carnival in Melbourne the year before.
That day Phil went out and totally obliterated and embarrassed grown men (who paid him no respect) at Melville Oval and as he walked off the ground at the end of the game he asked me "Yeatesy, why did'n't you come and play on me?".
I replied "I was too busy making your old men look stupid too!"
We had a beer (oops.. soft drink) after the game and agreed football was the best thing that had happened to us.
We were both young men who loved the physical aspect and the pure competitiveness of playing the game. We both dreamed of one day making the big time.
Only 4 or 5 years later I lined up on him at Victoria Park playing seniors for Geelong. He was with the Pies.
We shook hands before the game and he said something like "Geez it's taken a while for you to pick me up but at least we both have made it'.
After that the friendship was forgotten and the gloves were off as we tested each other mentally and physically for 120 minutes as you do when you play for keeps.
I ran across the man in the field of on numerous occasions after that and nothing ever changed as he represented the Tigers and the Bears in his illustrious career. The only thing that changed was his team and I used to say to him "What's with the different jumper Walshy?'
He'd reply "My heart hasn't!
I was absolutely thrilled when he was appointed as the Crows coach this year and absolutely devastated ( like everyone else) with his passing.
I am obviously not alone in my admiration for this man and I have only felt the urge to do this when the dust has settled after hearing the news this morning and having to work today like everyone else.
I have raised a glass tonight and am going to empty the rest of the bottle (and maybe a couple more) to drown the pain but not my memory of this great bloke.
We are here one day and gone the next........
Better go and get another drink and turn up the Youngblood's "Let's Get Together'.
All the best Phil. See you in another jumper upstairs one day
VALE PHIL WALSH - A GUN - by Mark Yeates
I write this with sincere condolences to the Walsh family.
Born in 1960 in Mt.Gambier I was blessed to grow up and play football.
At the age of 15, I came across an opponent who I had played against in my junior years who was playing in the seniors for Hamilton . He was born in 1960 too. We were the same age.
My senior coach one day, in his address before the game against Hamilton,instructed everyone in our team "DO NOT UNDERESTIMATE THE KID ON THE WING, HE CAN PLAY!".
I (as a kid playing with and against men) already knew this.
The KID'S name was Phillip Walsh and I knew he could play as both he and had represented Collingwood together as team mates in an under 15 carnival in Melbourne the year before.
That day Phil went out and totally obliterated and embarrassed grown men (who paid him no respect) at Melville Oval and as he walked off the ground at the end of the game he asked me "Yeatesy, why did'n't you come and play on me?".
I replied "I was too busy making your old men look stupid too!"
We had a beer (oops.. soft drink) after the game and agreed football was the best thing that had happened to us.
We were both young men who loved the physical aspect and the pure competitiveness of playing the game. We both dreamed of one day making the big time.
Only 4 or 5 years later I lined up on him at Victoria Park playing seniors for Geelong. He was with the Pies.
We shook hands before the game and he said something like "Geez it's taken a while for you to pick me up but at least we both have made it'.
After that the friendship was forgotten and the gloves were off as we tested each other mentally and physically for 120 minutes as you do when you play for keeps.
I ran across the man in the field of on numerous occasions after that and nothing ever changed as he represented the Tigers and the Bears in his illustrious career. The only thing that changed was his team and I used to say to him "What's with the different jumper Walshy?'
He'd reply "My heart hasn't!
I was absolutely thrilled when he was appointed as the Crows coach this year and absolutely devastated ( like everyone else) with his passing.
I am obviously not alone in my admiration for this man and I have only felt the urge to do this when the dust has settled after hearing the news this morning and having to work today like everyone else.
I have raised a glass tonight and am going to empty the rest of the bottle (and maybe a couple more) to drown the pain but not my memory of this great bloke.
We are here one day and gone the next........
Better go and get another drink and turn up the Youngblood's "Let's Get Together'.
All the best Phil. See you in another jumper upstairs one day
Andrew Fagan and others have handled this brilliantly. Some great people to have at the club.
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Good on you!
I lost my mum 10 weeks ago and I would do anything for the chance to talk to her again.
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This is one instance where I wouldn't mind if the Crows promoted from within, they need to keep Phil's philosphy alive, his plan alive, not have it replaced with someone elses plan. Phil's plan might not work in getting us a premiership, but his memory deserves us giving it a shot.
Teague? Walsh held him in high regard as far as head coach aspirations went.
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Just don't know what to say, can't stop thinking about it.
Was woken up by a phone call when someone told me, couldn't believe it at first, had to take a few seconds to comprehend what they said. Turned the TV on and it was right there in my face, 'Phil Walsh Murdered'. Can't imagine what his family, the club and everyone that knew are going through. I never had the pleasure of meeting the great man but this hit me hard.
RIP Walshy
Was woken up by a phone call when someone told me, couldn't believe it at first, had to take a few seconds to comprehend what they said. Turned the TV on and it was right there in my face, 'Phil Walsh Murdered'. Can't imagine what his family, the club and everyone that knew are going through. I never had the pleasure of meeting the great man but this hit me hard.
RIP Walshy
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Yeah I reckon so.
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Here is the blank canvas - now for all involved at the AFC to create the masterpiece that Phil desired #RIPPhil #weflyasone
I had only known the man like many of you through the tv screen but very quickly I admired him. He's words got me off my arse and doing something I had wanted to do for 15 years, to go to japan.
Now I have spent most of my day in my hotel room just thinking selfishly how his passing has affected me.
I will never be able to thank him for helping me get here.
RIP to an amazing man.
Now I have spent most of my day in my hotel room just thinking selfishly how his passing has affected me.
I will never be able to thank him for helping me get here.
RIP to an amazing man.
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Wow, what a shocking day, yes shocking, I'm in shock. Herd the news this morning before work. Now sifting through the threads.
Can't believe it
Just had a son, have a fantastic father.
Can't believe situations could come to this.
Devastating for everyone involved and not involved.
Can't believe it
Just had a son, have a fantastic father.
Can't believe situations could come to this.
Devastating for everyone involved and not involved.
Its just so hard to process. I think the tragic circumstances around this event make it one that we may never be able to get our heads around. But with our PAFC brothers this is SA and we all belong together on this sad day and July 19th we should all be as one with all rivalries put aside.
I also think Woosha would continue to push Walsh's plan and embed his mantra as part of our footy culture
My choice for sure. Roo will be strong in the background.
Lets do this internally - let those who were part of the vision see it through.