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Round 8 - you win some, you thump some posted by Mrs D on May 25, 2006 00:04 Round 8 - you win some, you thump some The AFL didn't have a name for round 8. They'd obviously got bored during that particular meeting and all went outside for bit of kick-to-kick. I've been mulling over a few suggestions that I may submit : Footy cuisine round - meat pies & chicko rolls for all It's just not Footy - where teams play other games like netball, basketball (although this may have already happened) and scrabble, just to name a few Mardi Gras - this one might be a bit contentious. Extra points for players that can really work a shirtless outfit. Diversionary tactics - this it where the coaches really get to shine. They get to try anything that will take focus away from their team's performance. I'm thinking Sheedy will love this one. ... and now on with the results - I've broken them down into 2 categories - win some & thump some ... The win somes were: Richmond surprised everyone with a dazzling display of skill, hard running, massive kicks and aerial feats never before seen on the field to win against the Crows. Wait on that didn't happen. What I meant to say was this was it wasn't pretty but they got the four points. After a first half arm wrestle, most notable for its clangers, Freo overcame the Roos in the second to take the day. 6 goals from the lovely Pav and a great show stopper from the Wiz were highlights. North Melbourne were only just pipped by Richmond as the most boring club in the AFL. The West Coast v Dons game looked for a while to be the classic top v bottom game - the zillion 50m penalties helped. Kevin "Crazy" Sheedy was telling 'em all how he'd send his boys in hard, which he did. And now they are all suspended. I thought some vintage footage of Woosha would turn up showing his 'skill' in the 'hard man' department. Now Sheedy has taken to baggin other coaches to deflect attention that his team is even more at the bottom (if that is possible) of the ladder than before. The Swans were too good at the postage stamp ground (SGC) for the fast moving Dogs. Sydney's quick starts in each quarter and 6 to 2 in the third was the Dogs undoing. The thumpings were: The Demons have taken their fifth scalp in a row thanks to a lacklustre showing by the Hawks. Not scoring in a whole quarter means you lose games - that is a scientific fact, proven here by Hawthorn. Neitz bagged 6, and took the crown for most balls kicked thought the big sticks by a man playing for a team called Melbourne - 550, now that's a great achievement. The Pies dominated in their massive win over Geelong. My cat plays better footy than Geelong, and she's got a rubbish right foot. Things are looking decidedly bad for the Cats with their season heading south. On the flipside - everything's coming up roses for Collingwood, with 6 wins, making them 2nd with percentage. Brisbane won by 11 goals against Port. It was one for the record books for the Lions -registering their biggest winning margin and highest score against the downcast Power. Brown kicked 7, he's pretty good aye. Playing at home isn't suiting Power, losing 5 of it's 6 home games. Saint Kilda win over Carlton was brutal or splendiferous, depending who you support. Riewoldt kicked a lazy 9 goals. Fev had a go, but was the only Blue avenue to goal and it really wasn't working out for them. comments:2556 send to friend

Round Six - The Round of Rivalry posted by Mrs D on May 9, 2006 00:24 Round Six - The Round of Rivalry There was criticism from some pundits that the 'rivalry' of Rivalry round is manufactured. Obviously they never been to a derby (or a 'darby' for that matter). And I'm also pretty sure that the Dons and Tigers weren't skipping off the field holding hands. This rivalry is rooted in tradition, yes some more recent than others, but it's bigger than individuals and broader than the current season. These are duels to rival the clash of the titans. With that mental image, let's take a look at the winners and losers ... On a wet Friday night Geelong went down to Melbourne, much like the rain went down the proverbial in Spain. Melbourne held the night, even with a growing list of injuries. Note to Tipsters: feel free to jump on the Cat kicking bandwagon*. The Saints were too good for the Dogs. More bad luck for Koschitzke landing a fractured skull and more time on the sidelines. The Western Derby was the highlight of the Rivalry round. Fremantle and West Coast had a real tug-of-war, with Fremantle winning the day. Yeah there was booing - get over it. A more pressing point : Just how did Sandilands spontaneously broke his jaw? Adelaide and Port had a showdown of their own. Well it was more like a show quarter, because for the majority of the game it was all Crows. In pouring rain and howling gales, the Crows closed Port out of the game after half time. A thriller at the MCG with the Tigers winning by the skin of their teeth. Debutant Polo had a blinder and was awarded the Yiooken award for best on ground. Sheedy would be the first to say the closeness of the results, doesn't matter if you don't get the 4 points. The Dons have now lost 5 straight. Sydney further dented the Lions' pride, winning at the Gabba. [Add more lion puns here] Those tricky Roos, bobbing up for their second win of the year. Thompson finished what he started last week, with 8 goals. The Collingwood v Carlton game rounded off the weekend. Carlton must be made of sugar, cos they melted away with the rain in the second half. The Pies had 16 goals after half time and the Blues had no reply. Collingwood now sit top of the ladder, just pinching top spot from the Crows by the narrowest of percentage. Good luck with Round 7 : Women's Round. (Happy Mother's day) *No cat was harmed on or by this bandwagon comments:4964 send to friend

Round Five : Fremantle Fiasco posted by Mrs D on May 1, 2006 01:53 Round Five : Fremantle Fiasco Goodness gracious me Tipsters. I'm strongly inclined to use stronger language ... I'm more than distressed by the whole fiasco. Clearly robbed, I don't think 'controversial' expresses the real situation - HUGE injustice is closer. Not even 150m penalty against Gehrig can raise a smile, and that was pretty hilarious. Not sure what I'm referring to? Does Freo being deprived of a win ring any bells? Now I've got a headache again. Apparently there were some other games on over the weekend, but it's mostly a blur now... Tigers v Carlton game was like watching ping pong, the ball was rebounding so much from end to end. Together they kicked 33 behinds! Ah, top quality Friday night footy. The Crows crushed a lack lustre Bulldogs, setting the pace early with a half dozen first quarter goals. The Doggies never looked in the game. Sydney lead at half time and the Cats never resurfaced. Things are looking up for the premiers, registering their second win. Geelong continuing with their terrible away form. How exciting was the Melbourne v Kangaroos game? The Demons did well without their goal magnet, Neitz. The poor Roos just missed out which leaves them on the bottom of the ladder. Talking about bottom of the ladder, BrisVegas had nothing to show for their trip across the Nullarbor. Judd led his mob to a decisive victory. Eagles are sitting a game clear at the top of the ladder. Freo registered their first VICTORY in Tasmania, and Pavlich is now the all time leading goal kicker for the Dockers. Saint Kilda finished fast but weren't the winner on the day. The Hawks had a stirring come from behind win in the closing minutes in torrential conditions. Allegedly, Essendon are suffering from the new syndrome "Hollywood kick" but there were plenty of earlier missed opportunities (plus no Don is good looking enough ...) Collingwood's massive 3rd quarter was too much for Power, and even left Malthouse scratching his head. I wont be announcing this week's winner, until it is determined who won the LauncestonGate match. As it stands now all tipsters where awarded a correct tip for the draw*. This may, nay WILL change. comments:27085 send to friend