VAFA General Discussion

[bedford]

FWIW new vafa president creating a big footy account and the Herald Sun doing a write up on Div1-Div4 recruits, what other nuggets does 2024 have in store? Bedford as the new mod?

Happy to accept fwiw

 

[CARLTON2011]

Richard Morley from Bulleen united won a few if the late 80's not sure if they were consecutive years

Richard Morley won B & F 1983 (D), 1984 (E), 1985 (E).

 

[Over The Post]

Well done OB. Scotch did well in the 3rd but those two goals in junk time to Brighton took the wind out of their sails and they just didn't have the gas in the tank after that.

 

[XXXXAFL]

Well done OB. Scotch did well in the 3rd but those two goals in junk time to Brighton took the wind out of their sails and they just didn't have the gas in the tank after that.

6 day break and down two players with hamstrings after first eight minutes didn’t do them any favours.
Absolute miracle they could win last year under this current schedule.
G-Natt

 

[Max Leader]

I heard a whisper that the VAFA may introduce to a cap of VFL games to 8-10 for any player.

Thoughts?

 

[andoman21]

6 day break and down two players with hamstrings after first eight minutes didn’t do them any favours.
Absolute miracle they could win last year under this current schedule.
G-Natt

in fairness, one was a guy who hadn't played for 7 weeks and was always a risk.

 

[XXXXAFL]

in fairness, one was a guy who hadn't played for 7 weeks and was always a risk.

To be fair he would have passed a fitness test and started on the bench. Both of them hurt themselves in first contest.
6 day break is criminal

 

[XXXXAFL]

I heard a whisper that the VAFA may introduce to a cap of VFL games to 8-10 for any player.

Thoughts?

VAFA are really struggling.
If they limit good players in the League it will be another cross against them

 

[andoman21]

To be fair he would have passed a fitness test and started on the bench. Both of them hurt themselves in first contest.
6 day break is criminal

fitness test or not massive risk after so long out

 

[XXXXAFL]

fitness test or not massive risk after so long out

Massive risk to disadvantage one team in your showcase game of the year and pay public Holiday penalties to boot!

 

[Max Leader]

VAFA are really struggling.
If they limit good players in the League it will be another cross against them

But are these players really amateur footballers.

 

[FWIW]

Massive risk to disadvantage one team in your showcase game of the year and pay public Holiday penalties to boot!

FWIW finish higher on the ladder in H&A

 

[XXXXAFL]

FWIW finish higher on the ladder in H&A

Current set up win 1/2 in first week of finals and you are home and hosed

 

[bedford]

I heard a whisper that the VAFA may introduce to a cap of VFL games to 8-10 for any player.

Thoughts?

If they have played 5 VAFA games that's fair enough , it's playing 2 games that's the issue

 

[SeaSide]

VAFA Football clubs, in the main, are the most unselfish clubs within any competition in Victoria.

Ammo clubs are primarily aimed at enhancing their reputation and helping their members progress to higher levels within the VAFA.

This, in turn, attracts players who want to compete at an advanced standard.

However, Ammo clubs are not restrained from pushing their top players to higher levels, such as V/AFL. In turn, local non-VAFA players recognize that if they join an Ammo club and perform well, they will be encouraged to advance.

Such is the VAFA.

 

[XXXXAFL]

VAFA Football clubs, in the main, are the most unselfish clubs within any competition in Victoria.

Ammo clubs are primarily aimed at enhancing their reputation and helping their members progress to higher levels within the VAFA.

This, in turn, attracts players who want to compete at an advanced standard.

However, Ammo clubs are not restrained from pushing their top players to higher levels, such as V/AFL. In turn, local non-VAFA players recognize that if they join an Ammo club and perform well, they will be encouraged to advance.

Such is the VAFA.

This patience will be sorely tested in 2026 with a stand alone Sandringham in the VFL.

Newly appointed coach and assistant steeped in VAFA experience.

Bayside Premiership teams Braahton and Beaumaris rich pickings.

 

[Nepotism]

Yes, the Sandringham VFL standalone team will make the VAFA an even lower standard. Approx the top 25-30 most talented VAFA guys in the region will now be affiliated with Sandringham and be only able to play VAFA sparingly.

 

[Bunk Moreland]

VAFA Football clubs, in the main, are the most unselfish clubs within any competition in Victoria.

Ammo clubs are primarily aimed at enhancing their reputation and helping their members progress to higher levels within the VAFA.

This, in turn, attracts players who want to compete at an advanced standard.

However, Ammo clubs are not restrained from pushing their top players to higher levels, such as V/AFL. In turn, local non-VAFA players recognize that if they join an Ammo club and perform well, they will be encouraged to advance.

Such is the VAFA.

ROFL, they’re there to win, just like they should be. That’s the basis and the point of a competition.

Just because they don’t offer blatant cash payments doesn’t mean they’re not constantly trying to recruit players from higher levels.

They’re always trying to recruit players from the VFL that will make their club better. They dont want those guys to play a higher level.

Of course if a current player wants to try VFL you give them your blessing and keep them aligned. You’d be stupid not to.

But ammo clubs compete with VFL clubs for players. They offer them jobs etc and whatever else they can to get them to play at their lower level.

 

[Nepotism]

Spot on Bunk Moreland. Whatever it takes to get players to play for your club. The job offers from some clubs are on upwards of $150k a year.

 

[bedford]

Vote counts tonight

 

[Nepotism]

Each person who is recruited by a club has different buttons that can be pushed. Some of that is financial. some of that is securing your future. some of that is helping friends or family or being part of a collective group that supports their own personal beliefs or religion or ideologies.

 

[bedford]

Has to be AI

 

[Nepotism]

The thing is you have to try and get each respective player to immerse themselves into your club values and ideas because no matter who is and isn't paid, the club is there for everyone to be a part of and to garnish some feeling from and enjoy success through. None of that is different through each community or each footy club in any division of any competition.

 

[Over The Post]

Has to be AI

The post discusses the competitive dynamics between amateur (ammo) football clubs and higher-tier Victorian Football League (VFL) clubs in recruiting players. Here’s my analysis:

1. Core Argument: The poster argues that amateur clubs are highly competitive and actively recruit talented players, including those from higher-level VFL clubs, to strengthen their teams. The phrase "they’re there to win" emphasizes that competition is the essence of these clubs, and recruiting is a strategic part of that.
2. Recruitment Tactics: The post highlights that while amateur clubs may not offer direct cash payments (unlike professional or semi-professional setups), they use other incentives, such as job opportunities or other benefits, to attract players. This suggests a nuanced approach to recruitment, where non-monetary rewards are leveraged to compete with higher-level clubs.
3. Player Movement: The poster acknowledges that amateur clubs support their players who aspire to move up to the VFL, maintaining good relations ("keep them aligned") to avoid burning bridges. This reflects a pragmatic approach, recognizing that player development and goodwill are important for the club’s reputation.
4. Tone and Style: The tone is informal and emphatic, with phrases like "ROFL" (rolling on the floor laughing) and "you’d be stupid not to" suggesting a conversational, opinionated style. The use of "ammo" (slang for amateur) indicates familiarity with the local football scene, likely in Australia, given the VFL reference.
5. Context: The post seems to respond to an implied critique or misconception that amateur clubs don’t compete aggressively for talent. The poster is defending the competitive nature of these clubs, emphasizing that they strategically recruit to improve their rosters while navigating the limitations of their level (e.g., no blatant cash payments).

 

[bedford]

The post discusses the competitive dynamics between amateur (ammo) football clubs and higher-tier Victorian Football League (VFL) clubs in recruiting players. Here’s my analysis:

1. Core Argument: The poster argues that amateur clubs are highly competitive and actively recruit talented players, including those from higher-level VFL clubs, to strengthen their teams. The phrase "they’re there to win" emphasizes that competition is the essence of these clubs, and recruiting is a strategic part of that.
2. Recruitment Tactics: The post highlights that while amateur clubs may not offer direct cash payments (unlike professional or semi-professional setups), they use other incentives, such as job opportunities or other benefits, to attract players. This suggests a nuanced approach to recruitment, where non-monetary rewards are leveraged to compete with higher-level clubs.
3. Player Movement: The poster acknowledges that amateur clubs support their players who aspire to move up to the VFL, maintaining good relations ("keep them aligned") to avoid burning bridges. This reflects a pragmatic approach, recognizing that player development and goodwill are important for the club’s reputation.
4. Tone and Style: The tone is informal and emphatic, with phrases like "ROFL" (rolling on the floor laughing) and "you’d be stupid not to" suggesting a conversational, opinionated style. The use of "ammo" (slang for amateur) indicates familiarity with the local football scene, likely in Australia, given the VFL reference.
5. Context: The post seems to respond to an implied critique or misconception that amateur clubs don’t compete aggressively for talent. The poster is defending the competitive nature of these clubs, emphasizing that they strategically recruit to improve their rosters while navigating the limitations of their level (e.g., no blatant cash payments).

The poster is a troll , simple as that

 

[SeaSide]

But are these players really amateur footballers.

YES