RDFL Thread 2007

[Harry Wilson]

We all know you suck up to the umps Harry, and have polled well in the past. But no chance my friend. I'll offer 1001-1 odds if anyone is interested

As for the past few weeks, you have been sizzling, so perhaps a late run to sneak into the top-10? Me thinks not. My tip? Harry to poll 4 votes.

4 votes??? I should get a pay rise next year!!! I wouldn't have backed me to poll any!!

 

[Harry Wilson]

Hahaha, something a little different thats all mate, bet you get sick of 'Hollywood'?

Thanks to Keatsy back in 1997, I've had that name ever since!! I'm used to it by now. Perhaps that's why I never poll well in the Bowen, the umps think my name is Holly Wood. Either that or I'm not worthy, the latter is my bet.

 

[dpagan]

How does the Bowen medal night work? Is it similar to the Brownlow where they read out every round, results and votes?

 

[matt_nicholls]

How does the Bowen medal night work? Is it similar to the Brownlow where they read out every round, results and votes?

It has changed over the years, sometimes they do each round, sometimes they do the last half. I think this year they'll do each round. Similar to the Brownlow night. Except in our night their are other awards and things to do so they try not to drag things out like the Brownlow.

 

[catters078]

It has changed over the years, sometimes they do each round, sometimes they do the last half. I think this year they'll do each round. Similar to the Brownlow night. Except in our night their are other awards and things to do so they try not to drag things out like the Brownlow.

wanna give us a final 3-2-1 matt? with the players votes you think they'll get....

 

[matt_nicholls]

wanna give us a final 3-2-1 matt? with the players votes you think they'll get....

I've got absolutely no idea to be honest champ. There are so many quality candidates this year. And we sometimes know who is the best, but not necessarily the fairest. Players who backchat umps may cost themselves votes.

I'll have a stab at it though.

1st - Justin Belleville (28 votes).
2nd - Daniel Bonnici (27 votes).
3rd - Matt Robertson (25 votes).
4th - Linton Kemp (18 votes).
5th - Aaron Christiansen (17 votes).

That's really only a wild guess though. I think Kemp and Christiansen are real smokies though. Kemp came second to Meldrum in 2004 and with red hair is bound to stand out. Bonnici may have fallen away in the second half of the season, while Belleville will have plenty of teammates to take votes from him. Jose could poll well, as could Sims. Simon Choate will get a few too. Morgs and McLellan should lead Romsey's count.

 

[Harry Wilson]

I've got absolutely no idea to be honest champ. There are so many quality candidates this year. And we sometimes know who is the best, but not necessarily the fairest. Players who backchat umps may cost themselves votes.

I'll have a stab at it though.

1st - Justin Belleville (28 votes).
2nd - Daniel Bonnici (27 votes).
3rd - Matt Robertson (25 votes).
4th - Linton Kemp (18 votes).
5th - Aaron Christiansen (17 votes).

That's really only a wild guess though. I think Kemp and Christiansen are real smokies though. Kemp came second to Meldrum in 2004 and with red hair is bound to stand out. Bonnici may have fallen away in the second half of the season, while Belleville will have plenty of teammates to take votes from him. Jose could poll well, as could Sims. Simon Choate will get a few too. Morgs and McLellan should lead Romsey's count.

So you've changed your mind now Pickles? Didn't you have it Bonnici then Belleville? What about the bloke who murdered Cornish early in the year, then held Dowling to one kick, only to tag Heritage out of the game in the first final, James Moore. He may not poll but he's done a great job this year on some big names!! What are your thoughts?

 

[matt_nicholls]

So you've changed your mind now Pickles? Didn't you have it Bonnici then Belleville? What about the bloke who murdered Cornish early in the year, then held Dowling to one kick, only to tag Heritage out of the game in the first final, James Moore. He may not poll but he's done a great job this year on some big names!! What are your thoughts?

Read this story from Saturday. You know I rate him. And Cornish kicked 8 goals in two games against Romsey and Moore played both games. I'm not sure who will win but I reckon dreadlocks might stand out more than facial hair, so I'm picking Belleville. I just hope its not an unlisted player otherwise I'll face bankruptcy Will you be my banker?

Connellan leads the way

by Matt Nicholls

WHOEVER says ruckmen are not among the most important players on a football field need to take a long and hard look at themselves, as Romsey’s Ryan Connellan proved the value of a quality big man when leading the Redbacks to victory on Saturday.
In sensational weather conditions at Woodend’s Gilbert Gordon Oval, Connellan dominated star Diggers Rest opponent Jeremy Jose in the Riddell District Football League’s elimination final.
While the Burra had more of the football than Romsey over the course of the match, the Redbacks were much more effective with their usage, the forwards making the most of their opportunities.
Early it looked as if Diggers Rest were going to be a bit too slick for their rivals, but the Redbacks made sure they were within arm’s length.
At half time, Romsey had weathered the storm and held a four-point lead in a low-scoring contest.
Burra vice-captain Jeff Heritage was in everything in the first half, floating between the flanks to create options for his forwards.
Brydan Morgan and Ben Nettlebeck were sizzling for the Redbacks at the same time.
When Connellan took his position with a steely look in his eye after the break, Diggers Rest didn’t stand a chance.
The man affectionately known as “Yak” has tremendous talent, and only needs to control his focus to be one of the most damaging footballers in the RDFL.
He was certainly focussed on Saturday and gave Jose a towelling, finishing with three goals, but most importantly, 80 per cent of the hitouts.
One of the most underrated defenders in the competition is James Moore. Perhaps he likes it that way, but if he continues to get the big jobs done he will soon find himself ranked highly amongst the competition’s best stoppers.
In the second half he was all over Heritage like a rash, and with the Burra leader not contributing, the Redbacks began to dominate.
A 28-point to one-point third term had the game all but sealed by the final break, with Diggers Rest unable to penetrate Romsey’s brick wall defence.
Warren Kairns, Mick McCarthy, Dave Keenan, Paul Brady and Luke Baker continued to rebound the ball from the Romsey back-line, with midfielders Ben John, Justin McGregor and Cam Dawson delivering the ball to the forwards.
With marking options in attack, the Burra defenders had headaches finding the right options and it allowed the Redbacks to share the goals.
Connellan’s three led the way, while Steve Burlak, Nettlebeck and Morgan each slotted two.
Diggers Rest captain Shaun Sims was once again sensational, with teammates Mick Hildebrand and Andrew Page also enjoying good games.
Across the field, there were plenty of encouraging signs for Diggers Rest coach Glen Hopkins, but the negatives far outweighed the positives.
The Burra’s lack of a settled forward line let them down both on Saturday and throughout the season. Without a key goalkicking option, it doesn’t matter how good the midfield or backline performs.
Too often Romsey’s half-back line repelled Diggers’ attacks with ease.
NEXT STEP
Romsey will face Woodend-Hesket at Kilmore on Sunday in the first semi-final. The winner will play the loser of Saturday’s Riddell v Sunbury Kangaroos clash.
The Hawks were beaten by five points against the Roos on Sunday at Riddells Creek in front of a big crowd.
Key players Romsey will need to nullify are Daniel Sipthorp, Adam Johnstone, Matt Stacey and Luke Barker. Should they shut these four down; the Redbacks will almost certainly win.
SENIORS
Romsey 2.3, 5.5, 8.9, 13.12 (90) d
Diggers Rest 2.6, 4.7, 4.8, 5.8 (38).
Goals (R): R. Connellan 3; S. Burlak, B. Nettlebeck, B. Morgan 2; B. Richmond, A. Higgins, M. McLellan, J. McGregor.
Best: Connellan, C. Dawson, McGregor, B. John, Morgan, Nettlebeck.
Goals (D): S. Sims, J. Jose, J. Bull, C. Thompson, K. Marsh.
Best: M. Hildebrand, Sims, L. Rust, A. Gleeson, A. Klooster, A. Page.

 

[Uncle_Touchy]

daniel bonnicci will win the bowen.one vote in front of beleville

 

[WD40]

SENIORS
Romsey 2.3, 5.5, 8.9, 13.12 (90) d
Diggers Rest 2.6, 4.7, 4.8, 5.8 (38).
Goals (R): R. Connellan 3; S. Burlak, B. Nettlebeck, B. Morgan 2; B. Richmond, A. Higgins, M. McLellan, J. McGregor.
Best: Connellan, C. Dawson, McGregor, B. John, Morgan, Nettlebeck.
Goals (D): S. Sims, J. Jose, J. Bull, C. Thompson, K. Marsh.
Best: M. Hildebrand, Sims, L. Rust, A. Gleeson, A. Klooster, A. Page.

Geeze, looking at scores at the breaks, looks like Diggers were smashed in the second half, 8 goals 7 points for Romsey against 1 goal 1 point to Diggers!! It looks like Diggers were lucky Romsey didn't hit their straps early!! Oh well, at least they have at least one week extra to prepare for next year

 

[Hawker28]

Geeze, looking at scores at the breaks, looks like Diggers were smashed in the second half, 8 goals 7 points for Romsey against 1 goal 1 point to Diggers!! It looks like Diggers were lucky Romsey didn't hit their straps early!! Oh well, at least they have at least one week extra to prepare for next year

any chance of a match review from the hawks vs sunbury game?
ims,harry,mike lyon

 

[Harry Wilson]

any chance of a match review from the hawks vs sunbury game?
ims,harry,mike lyon

Sorry Hawker, I left the ground shortly after the U18's. Heard there were a two ripper battles, both seniors and reserves.

 

[matt_nicholls]

CONGRATULATIONS to Sunbury Kangaroos' Daniel Bonnici on winning the 2007 Bowen Medal.

He won it with 32 votes from Justin Belleville on 31 votes and Robbo on 28. In th final round Belleville led by a vote from Bonnici, with Robbo three behind. Bonnici was the only player to poll (two votes) in a game where Mick Allen kicked eight goals and could snare a vote. Coincidently at Kilmore on the same day, Dave Cornish kicked eight goals too and didn't poll.

Matt McLellan topped Romsey's votes with 21, Wheelahan recieved 16 votes and Podbury 15. More info on individuals as it comes to hand.

Belleville won the Buffalo Award in seniors with 32 votes from Bonnici with 25.

Dave Cornish won both the goal kicking and Rookie of the Year.

RDFLUA general manager Glen Shilling received life membership to a standing ovation.

The official team of the year is as follows:
B: D. Janner, J. Allen, L. Walker.
HB: M. Robertson, T. Salter, L. Kemp.
C: A. Blade, J. Belleville, L. McInerney.
HF: S. Choate, D. Sipthorp, A. Johnstone.
F: B. Wheelahan, D. Cornish, J. Jose.
R: S. James, M. McInerney, D. Bonnici.
I: W. Kairns, M. Allen, A. Christiansen, S. Sims.

Congratulations must go to Sunbury Kangaroos' Jarrod Dixon for being awarded the coach of the year. That is voted by his rival coaches. Darrin Rowsell probably stiff not to get it as he'll probably take a team to its third successive flag IMO and has never got it. But take nothing away from Jarrod he has done wonders down at Boardman Reserve.

Romsey's Brad Cuthbert (Rooster) was a worthy winner of the Scarborough Medal for the reserves best and fairest. He won on 15 votes with four others runner-up in Leigh Webster (DR), Mark Dipietro (Rom), Ben Hunting (SK), Liam O'Meara (WH) all on 11 votes.

Cuthbert also won the Buffalo Award with 15 votes from Woodend-Hesket's Trav Leggett on 13 votes.

The Charles Watson medal for the U18s went to Romsey big-man Stuart Smith who won with 19 votes from the Hawks' Shane Bowen on 17.

Riddell's Ricky Elliott won the Buffalo Award with 21 votes from joint runners-up in Sunbury Kangaroos' Paul Newton and Diggers Rest's Blake Robinson on 15 votes.

The Ryan Medal went to Lancefield's Anna Soldatic with 33 votes, from Romsey's Tracey Kay with 32 and Macedon's Kelly Taylor on 28.

The B-grade best and fairest went to Diggers Rest's Michelle Higgins.

Overall a great night was held by most with only a few idiots on the booze to make it less enjoyable. Personally I cleaned up on some silly bets, but that's another story. Well done to all winners and all those who made it a great RDFL season.

 

[Harry Wilson]

CONGRATULATIONS to Sunbury Kangaroos' Daniel Bonnici on winning the 2007 Bowen Medal.

He won it with 32 votes from Justin Belleville on 31 votes and Robbo on 28. In th final round Belleville led by a vote from Bonnici, with Robbo three behind. Bonnici was the only player to poll (two votes) in a game where Mick Allen kicked eight goals and could snare a vote. Coincidently at Kilmore on the same day, Dave Cornish kicked eight goals too and didn't poll.

Matt McLellan topped Romsey's votes with 21, Wheelahan recieved 16 votes and Podbury 15. More info on individuals as it comes to hand.

Belleville won the Buffalo Award in seniors with 32 votes from Bonnici with 25.

Dave Cornish won both the goal kicking and Rookie of the Year.

RDFLUA general manager Glen Shilling received life membership to a standing ovation.

The official team of the year is as follows:
B: D. Janner, J. Allen, L. Walker.
HB: M. Robertson, T. Salter, L. Kemp.
C: A. Blade, J. Belleville, L. McInerney.
HF: S. Choate, D. Sipthorp, A. Johnstone.
F: B. Wheelahan, D. Cornish, J. Jose.
R: S. James, M. McInerney, D. Bonnici.
I: W. Kairns, M. Allen, A. Christiansen, S. Sims.

Congratulations must go to Sunbury Kangaroos' Jarrod Dixon for being awarded the coach of the year. That is voted by his rival coaches. Darrin Rowsell probably stiff not to get it as he'll probably take a team to its third successive flag IMO and has never got it. But take nothing away from Jarrod he has done wonders down at Boardman Reserve.

Romsey's Brad Cuthbert (Rooster) was a worthy winner of the Scarborough Medal for the reserves best and fairest. He won on 15 votes with four others runner-up in Leigh Webster (DR), Mark Dipietro (Rom), Ben Hunting (SK), Liam O'Meara (WH) all on 11 votes.

Cuthbert also won the Buffalo Award with 15 votes from Woodend-Hesket's Trav Leggett on 13 votes.

The Charles Watson medal for the U18s went to Romsey big-man Stuart Smith who won with 19 votes from the Hawks' Shane Bowen on 17.

Riddell's Ricky Elliott won the Buffalo Award with 21 votes from joint runners-up in Sunbury Kangaroos' Paul Newton and Diggers Rest's Blake Robinson on 15 votes.

The Ryan Medal went to Lancefield's Anna Soldatic with 33 votes, from Romsey's Tracey Kay with 32 and Macedon's Kelly Taylor on 28.

The B-grade best and fairest went to Diggers Rest's Michelle Higgins.

Overall a great night was held by most with only a few idiots on the booze to make it less enjoyable. Personally I cleaned up on some silly bets, but that's another story. Well done to all winners and all those who made it a great RDFL season.

Congrats to Bonnici, well done. Congrats also go to Rooster (Brad Cuthbert) of the Romsey Reserves side. He is a great running player and has been very stiff not to be getting a game in the 1's. I can't belive Dippa (Mark DiPietro) won the runners up, he only played about 8 games and he's 35. Well done though Dippa, a fantastic effort and it's great to see you haven't lost it, perhaps just slowed up a bit

 

[Doona2]

Good run down Matty and congrats to all that featured last night. For those not in attendance lads, give us a 3,2,1 for BOG honours at the function last night.

 

[catters078]

CONGRATULATIONS to Sunbury Kangaroos' Daniel Bonnici on winning the 2007 Bowen Medal.

He won it with 32 votes from Justin Belleville on 31 votes and Robbo on 28. In th final round Belleville led by a vote from Bonnici, with Robbo three behind. Bonnici was the only player to poll (two votes) in a game where Mick Allen kicked eight goals and could snare a vote. Coincidently at Kilmore on the same day, Dave Cornish kicked eight goals too and didn't poll.

Matt McLellan topped Romsey's votes with 21, Wheelahan recieved 16 votes and Podbury 15. More info on individuals as it comes to hand.

Belleville won the Buffalo Award in seniors with 32 votes from Bonnici with 25.

Dave Cornish won both the goal kicking and Rookie of the Year.

RDFLUA general manager Glen Shilling received life membership to a standing ovation.

The official team of the year is as follows:
B: D. Janner, J. Allen, L. Walker.
HB: M. Robertson, T. Salter, L. Kemp.
C: A. Blade, J. Belleville, L. McInerney.
HF: S. Choate, D. Sipthorp, A. Johnstone.
F: B. Wheelahan, D. Cornish, J. Jose.
R: S. James, M. McInerney, D. Bonnici.
I: W. Kairns, M. Allen, A. Christiansen, S. Sims.

Congratulations must go to Sunbury Kangaroos' Jarrod Dixon for being awarded the coach of the year. That is voted by his rival coaches. Darrin Rowsell probably stiff not to get it as he'll probably take a team to its third successive flag IMO and has never got it. But take nothing away from Jarrod he has done wonders down at Boardman Reserve.

Romsey's Brad Cuthbert (Rooster) was a worthy winner of the Scarborough Medal for the reserves best and fairest. He won on 15 votes with four others runner-up in Leigh Webster (DR), Mark Dipietro (Rom), Ben Hunting (SK), Liam O'Meara (WH) all on 11 votes.

Cuthbert also won the Buffalo Award with 15 votes from Woodend-Hesket's Trav Leggett on 13 votes.

The Charles Watson medal for the U18s went to Romsey big-man Stuart Smith who won with 19 votes from the Hawks' Shane Bowen on 17.

Riddell's Ricky Elliott won the Buffalo Award with 21 votes from joint runners-up in Sunbury Kangaroos' Paul Newton and Diggers Rest's Blake Robinson on 15 votes.

The Ryan Medal went to Lancefield's Anna Soldatic with 33 votes, from Romsey's Tracey Kay with 32 and Macedon's Kelly Taylor on 28.

The B-grade best and fairest went to Diggers Rest's Michelle Higgins.

Overall a great night was held by most with only a few idiots on the booze to make it less enjoyable. Personally I cleaned up on some silly bets, but that's another story. Well done to all winners and all those who made it a great RDFL season.

a few boys get a bit rowdy matt??

 

[matt_nicholls]

Good run down Matty and congrats to all that featured last night. For those not in attendance lads, give us a 3,2,1 for BOG honours at the function last night.

Itsmyshow was a little more settled than last year but still in fine form.

Mongrel was keeping a low profile with his new sleeck hairdo.

Umpire22 was named field ump of the year but wasn't drinking.

The Under 18s boys always have too much to drink and look like idiots.

Brian Taylor did a fantastic job as MC

 

[Trueblueroo]

3. Cam Dawson for being that blind and unable to dance

2. Steve 'Spud' James tearing up the dance floor

1. Every under 18's player for thinking white shoes were the go and raving is the only means of dancing!

 

[blues12]

I would like to give 1 Tool of the night vote, to a bowen medal night virgin that thought it would be funny to tip beer over his own head.

 

[Harry Wilson]

Itsmyshow was a little more settled than last year but still in fine form.

Mongrel was keeping a low profile with his new sleeck hairdo.

Umpire22 was named field ump of the year but wasn't drinking.

The Under 18s boys always have too much to drink and look like idiots.

Brian Taylor did a fantastic job as MC

Do you have a run down of the individual club votes Matt?

 

[matt_nicholls]

Do you have a run down of the individual club votes Matt?

Not just yet, hoping to get them by noon.

 

[blues12]

- Get 4 bourbolas per trip,
- hope someone from your team wins and they are not there,
- accept the medal on their behalf,
- wear it around your neck for the rest of the night and let everyone congratulate you on your award!

They would only allow 2 at a time, Ben Hunting got runner up in the 2s, i accepted his medal, but i couldn't wear it around my neck for the night. I'm not a dweeb

 

[NotDoneYet]

The official team of the year is as follows:
B: D. Janner, J. Allen, L. Walker.
HB: M. Robertson, T. Salter, L. Kemp.
C: A. Blade, J. Belleville, L. McInerney.
HF: S. Choate, D. Sipthorp, A. Johnstone.
F: B. Wheelahan, D. Cornish, J. Jose.
R: S. James, M. McInerney, D. Bonnici.
I: W. Kairns, M. Allen, A. Christiansen, S. Sims.


Who got named captain? Whos spot to do you reckon Morgan and Mclellan would take

 

[matt_nicholls]

The official team of the year is as follows:
B: D. Janner, J. Allen, L. Walker.
HB: M. Robertson, T. Salter, L. Kemp.
C: A. Blade, J. Belleville, L. McInerney.
HF: S. Choate, D. Sipthorp, A. Johnstone.
F: B. Wheelahan, D. Cornish, J. Jose.
R: S. James, M. McInerney, D. Bonnici.
I: W. Kairns, M. Allen, A. Christiansen, S. Sims.


Who got named captain? Whos spot to do you reckon Morgan and Mclellan would take

Simon Choate was named captain. Morgan could take Johnstone's spot and McLellan could replace Bonnici. But neither were better than those two this season so they didn't get a gig.

 

[Harry Wilson]

The official team of the year is as follows:
B: D. Janner, J. Allen, L. Walker.
HB: M. Robertson, T. Salter, L. Kemp.
C: A. Blade, J. Belleville, L. McInerney.
HF: S. Choate, D. Sipthorp, A. Johnstone.
F: B. Wheelahan, D. Cornish, J. Jose.
R: S. James, M. McInerney, D. Bonnici.
I: W. Kairns, M. Allen, A. Christiansen, S. Sims.


Who got named captain? Whos spot to do you reckon Morgan and Mclellan would take

Morgan should take A. Johnstone's spot on the Half Foward Flank and McLellan should take M. McInerney's spot on the ball, in my opinion