News State of Origin Bushfire Appeal game - February 28th @ Marvel - Vic v All stars

[Jen2310]

AFL confirms State of Origin match, makes massive donation

AFL announces Victoria v All Stars match on February 28 and contributes massive $2.5m to bushfire relief

www.afl.com.au

Clubs will supply 3 players.

 

[The Victorian]

My guess would be

Jarrod Witts
Dave Swallow
Alex Sexton

all in the All Stars team

 

[Mini GF]

It’s not really State of Origin With this 3 player a club rule but I guess given its a charity game then it doesn’t matter much

 

[The Victorian]

It’s not really State of Origin With this 3 player a club rule but I guess given its a charity game then it doesn’t matter much

I think to get the clubs to agree to it, this rule had to be in place

 

[Jen2310]

No, not the traditional state of origin, but its for charity, so doesn't matter what its called. Whether you call it that, or a charity game or an all stars game. In the end, its for the same thing. Either way, it should be fun plus for a good cause.

 

[kreglze]

Witts, Sexton and Harbrow are my guesses.

 

[Mini GF]

No, not the traditional state of origin, but its for charity, so doesn't matter what its called. Whether you call it that, or a charity game or an all stars game. In the end, its for the same thing. Either way, it should be fun plus for a good cause.

Im only being pedantic but yes maybe the Vic team should be in the record books as “Victoria All Stars”. Good one.

 

[sunsofanarchy]

I wanna see Rankine out there against the best!!!

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[Peel67skin]

No me, too close to first AFL games vs port at home to let Rankine play in exhibitions match. His hammy need time to settle also

 

[The Victorian]

From the AFL website.

Currently injured players – including Sydney superstar Lance Franklin and Gold Coast co-captain Jarrod Witts – were not considered in the eight names in liaison with clubs.

 

[Jen2310]

No surprise there.

Eight players – four for Victoria and four the All Stars – were put forward by the AFL that clubs will be required to confirm as fit to play for the Victoria v All Stars match at Marvel Stadium on Friday, February 28.

A player's best and fairest finish and the 2019 Virgin Australia AFL All-Australian squad were heavily favoured in the process of selecting eight names from each club on Wednesday.

Mate v mate: How the Vic v All Stars teams will be picked

The AFL has revealed how the star-studded teams will be selected for the State of Origin bushfire relief match

www.afl.com.au

 

[The Victorian]

Official Logos

 

[briztoon]

I really hope Rankine gets picked from the Suns.

 

[Jen2310]

I really hope Rankine gets picked from the Suns.

I don't think he will. Think they are going with the best well known players. All Australians, best and Fairests. At least that's the impression. Not sure they'd pick someone who hasn't debuted yet.

 

[Peel67skin]

I don't think he will. Think they are going with the best well known players. All Australians, best and Fairests. At least that's the impression. Not sure they'd pick someone who hasn't debuted yet.

Spot on, Swallow, Habrow and sexyton .
Emergency BOWES, B Ellis.

 

[briztoon]

I don't think he will. Think they are going with the best well known players. All Australians, best and Fairests. At least that's the impression. Not sure they'd pick someone who hasn't debuted yet.

Spot on, Swallow, Habrow and sexyton .
Emergency BOWES, B Ellis.

Yeah, that’s not what I meant by my post.

I would like to see Rankine from the Suns, because he’s the most exciting player on your list.

Not to knock the other players you’ve mentioned, but they don’t really scream all star selection.

Even in his first season playing, Rankine has the potential to be the best or second best small forward in the competition.

Imagine having Rankine and Charlie Cameron starting for the All Stars. The Vics would sh!t themselves trying to contain both. Even if the players don’t go at 100% on the defensive side of the game.

 

[Peel67skin]

Yeah, that’s not what I meant by my post.

I would like to see Rankine from the Suns, because he’s the most exciting player on your list.

Not to knock the other players you’ve mentioned, but they don’t really scream all star selection.

Even in his first season playing, Rankine has the potential to be the best or second best small forward in the competition.

Imagine having Rankine and Charlie Cameron starting for the All Stars. The Vics would sh!t themselves trying to contain both. Even if the players don’t go at 100% on the defensive side of the game.

I don't see it that way, all stars always at disadvantage because they are not representing their state compare to Victoria so no point putting a player out there without an AFL game especially exhibition match.

 

[Peel67skin]

Four All Stars, four Vics: Your club's State of Origin contenders

Who is in the frame to line up in next month's bushfire relief match? Our reporters nominate eight players from each club vying for a spot

www.afl.com.au

GOLD COAST
Victoria: Ben Ainsworth, Brandon Ellis, Brayden Fiorini, Touk Miller
All Stars: Jarrod Harbrow, Alex Sexton, Lachie Weller, Jarrod Witts
The Suns are a tricky prospect with a largely unproven team, but the All Stars are sure to benefit from some of their personnel. Alex Sexton is a proven goalkicker and should command a spot, while Jarrod Harbrow – who is almost back to full training after a pre-Christmas niggle – would be perfect as a running half-back. Brandon Ellis could be an outside chance of playing in the Victorian team, with his ability to play wing and half-back. – Michael Whiting

 

[Mt Isa Mustang]

The clash would be the biggest occasion in the career of key defender Steven May, given the former Sun is yet to play a final as he enters his 10th season at AFL level. - Ben Collins

Thanks you dick. Because Melbourne have been a raging success in the 10 years he's been in the league.

 

[SandyToes]

You learn something new now and then
Wittsy was born and raised in Sydney !

 

[The Victorian]

Breaking News: AFL is scrapping the 3 per team policy

Still one min from each team to be across both teams

Teams to be announced at 12pm on Tuesday

 

[exile]

*en campaigners

 

[The Victorian]

Dew assistant coach with the All Stars

Solomon is assistant coach with the Vics

 

[Jen2310]

Seems only 1 player will be chosen. Most likely Swallow, you'd think.

All 18 clubs must be represented across the squads and sources have told The Age three clubs – Fremantle, Melbourne and Gold Coast – have only one player selected for the match at Marvel Stadium, which will be preceded by a Dees-Pies AFLW clash. The origin squads were initially set to be limited to three players per AFL club before the league - after prodding from the coaches - decided to change the selection criteria.

Darcy Moore, Stefan Martin set to feature in Big V squad

Darcy Moore is poised to follow in his father’s footsteps, representing Victoria in the state of origin with the All-Stars.

www.theage.com.au

 

[Camsta]

Seems only 1 player will be chosen. Most likely Swallow, you'd think.

All 18 clubs must be represented across the squads and sources have told The Age three clubs – Fremantle, Melbourne and Gold Coast – have only one player selected for the match at Marvel Stadium, which will be preceded by a Dees-Pies AFLW clash. The origin squads were initially set to be limited to three players per AFL club before the league - after prodding from the coaches - decided to change the selection criteria.

Darcy Moore, Stefan Martin set to feature in Big V squad

Darcy Moore is poised to follow in his father’s footsteps, representing Victoria in the state of origin with the All-Stars.

www.theage.com.au

I’m fine with that - really want to support the bushfire victims but happy to have our squad off the deck.

lions will be praying for a safe trip with about 5 up for selection