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by DownAtTheJunction
Wed 05 Apr 2023 9:19pm
Forum: Saintsational Fan Forum
Topic: Isaac Keeler
Replies: 122
Views: 11621

Re: Isaac Keeler

Seen him at training - he’s far from fit (injury notwithstanding) He will take plenty of time - which is completely fine Tony74 is a club apologist- happy to hear his info But when’s the last time he criticised the club or players in anyway? Prefer to hear reality- not just what I want to hear! Wel...
by DownAtTheJunction
Mon 03 Apr 2023 8:26pm
Forum: Saintsational Fan Forum
Topic: Sandringham v Essendon VFL
Replies: 43
Views: 3238

Re: Sandringham v Essendon VFL

Here's my take on performances throughout the game. Up To Half Time… Campbell was the dominant big man on the field. Impressive and strong, real workhorse. Bytel was ‘best on’ (by some margin in Q1 but was tagged hard in Q2 which restricted his output. Sharman was impressive and a ‘constant’ through...
by DownAtTheJunction
Fri 18 Mar 2022 3:30pm
Forum: Saintsational Fan Forum
Topic: Can kids attend Marvel if not double vaccinated ?
Replies: 3
Views: 448

Re: Can kids attend Marvel if not double vaccinated ?

https://www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au/how-we-live-vaccination-status Showing your vaccination status at venues There are many ways to show your vaccination status, but the easiest way is by getting your COVID-19 Digital Certificate and linking it to your Service Victoria app. When you check-in to a ven...
by DownAtTheJunction
Wed 23 Feb 2022 2:59pm
Forum: Saintsational Fan Forum
Topic: John Bonney RIP
Replies: 22
Views: 2062

Re: John Bonney RIP

Broke his right leg so badly as a teen just played as a one sided left footer!! And was still good enough!! I have very fond memories of John Bonney and especially his foot skills. Memory can play tricks but my recollection is that he was a beautiful kick on either side; in fact he was the best (bo...
by DownAtTheJunction
Fri 27 Aug 2021 5:46pm
Forum: Saintsational Fan Forum
Topic: Battle 'testing the waters'
Replies: 111
Views: 12466

Re: Battle 'testing the waters'

I'm convinced Battle was suffering from injury and a loss of confidence this year. He was on the tram tracks - couldn't turn, had no pace, seemed lost in the game (except against Richmond). With that said, he basically has the same physical specifications (193, 89kg) as Jack Darling (191 cm, 95 kg)...
by DownAtTheJunction
Wed 09 Jun 2021 4:52pm
Forum: Saintsational Fan Forum
Topic: When was the last time members got to vote ...
Replies: 8
Views: 2152

Re: When was the last time members got to vote ...

... on who was on the board? I think this is an important discussion. Clubs often tell members how valuable the member is. And substantially that is true. 50,000 members equates to a lot of income. However when it comes to elections there always seems to be an eerie silence. I was intrigued by a co...
by DownAtTheJunction
Mon 07 Jun 2021 9:44pm
Forum: Saintsational Fan Forum
Topic: SOS Tony Lockett
Replies: 45
Views: 5542

Re: SOS Tony Lockett

Johnny Wilkinson used to kick about 1000 per week... won England a World Cup American punters would put up huge practice numbers Golfers hit thousands of golf balls and then play tournaments The repetitive action, if done properly will cause muscle memory and actually strengthen muscles Minimising ...
by DownAtTheJunction
Mon 07 Jun 2021 6:47pm
Forum: Saintsational Fan Forum
Topic: SOS Tony Lockett
Replies: 45
Views: 5542

Re: SOS Tony Lockett

Here we go again Why not get Stewart Loewe to teach them to mark Get Robert Harvey to teach them how to be as good as him Get Lenny Hayes to teach them to tackle Get Nathan Burke to teach them how to be tough Get Winmar to teach them how to be mercurial What a great idea, wheel out champions to tel...
by DownAtTheJunction
Mon 07 Jun 2021 6:41pm
Forum: Saintsational Fan Forum
Topic: SOS Tony Lockett
Replies: 45
Views: 5542

Re: SOS Tony Lockett

What's Jason Heatley up to these days? Coaching North Heidelberg :wink: :wink: :wink: '' Just goes to show doesn't it? Some pple just don't have a clue. Jason Heatley was a beautiful kick and is apparently a very calm coach. Would be great to have his perspective. As for the notion that great playe...
by DownAtTheJunction
Sun 06 Jun 2021 4:49pm
Forum: Saintsational Fan Forum
Topic: SOS Tony Lockett
Replies: 45
Views: 5542

SOS Tony Lockett

It really is time to get specialist help for our forwards. I have 3 nominations. First up I’d be on the phone to our greatest ever goalkicker, Tony Lockett. I wonder if a call has ever been made. What a coup it would be to get him back to Moorabbin. There is no doubt Lockett has rekindled some of hi...
by DownAtTheJunction
Sun 28 Feb 2021 12:42pm
Forum: Saintsational Fan Forum
Topic: Practice Match v North Melbourne 25th February
Replies: 169
Views: 14700

Re: Practice Match v North Melbourne 25th February

Genuine question, DATJ. Are you referring to Boomer or Gresh?Our boy has never played for the big V in an official capacity, other than at junior level. Was this some sort of SoO tribute game? Gresh was the club's leading goal kicker in his third season. Three nominations for goal of the year. Matc...
by DownAtTheJunction
Sun 28 Feb 2021 12:25pm
Forum: Saintsational Fan Forum
Topic: Practice Match v North Melbourne 25th February
Replies: 169
Views: 14700

Re: Practice Match v North Melbourne 25th February

Genuine question, DATJ. Are you referring to Boomer or Gresh?Our boy has never played for the big V in an official capacity, other than at junior level. Was this some sort of SoO tribute game? Gresh was the club's leading goal kicker in his third season. Three nominations for goal of the year. Matc...
by DownAtTheJunction
Sun 28 Feb 2021 11:08am
Forum: Saintsational Fan Forum
Topic: Practice Match v North Melbourne 25th February
Replies: 169
Views: 14700

Re: Practice Match v North Melbourne 25th February

Great debut year for Boomer. One game. Donuts. Didn't touch the ball. Fresh, straight in and has stayed there ever since. Similar goals per game average. Boomer took a number of year's to make an impression. In fact, their careers are following similar trajectories. That's why I made the comparison...
by DownAtTheJunction
Wed 17 Feb 2021 4:33pm
Forum: Saintsational Fan Forum
Topic: Darragh Joyce - the forgotten Saint.
Replies: 17
Views: 1831

Re: Darragh Joyce - the forgotten Saint.

This guy never gets a mention. At 195cm and very athletic, he has been at the club for 3 years and is now 23 years old. IMO he has shown some promising signs in his 3 AFL games. Can play key position back and forward. Any chance of a game in 2021? Clearly not a favourite son amongst the fans here, ...
by DownAtTheJunction
Thu 22 Oct 2020 12:50pm
Forum: Saintsational Fan Forum
Topic: The Caldwell conundrum
Replies: 242
Views: 26268

Re: The Caldwell conundrum

It would seem that Tim Watson is getting his information from the 7 news site https://7news.com.au/sport/afl/young-midfielders-decision-all-but-made-for-him-after-afl-trade-domino-falls-c-1433961 I doubt he has an further inside knowledge. And perhaps Tom Browne has no significant insight either. I...
by DownAtTheJunction
Thu 22 Oct 2020 12:18pm
Forum: Saintsational Fan Forum
Topic: The Caldwell conundrum
Replies: 242
Views: 26268

Re: The Caldwell conundrum

It would seem that Tim Watson is getting his information from the 7 news site https://7news.com.au/sport/afl/young-midfielders-decision-all-but-made-for-him-after-afl-trade-domino-falls-c-1433961 I doubt he has an further inside knowledge. And perhaps Tom Browne has no significant insight either. In...
by DownAtTheJunction
Sun 13 Sep 2020 12:58pm
Forum: Saintsational Fan Forum
Topic: How do we Miss out on the Eight
Replies: 29
Views: 2893

Re: How do we Miss out on the Eight

wrong only 50 odd points in total! I suspect a loss by us of 3 goals and a win by Melbourne of 3 goals would bring us pretty close together. There’s not a great margin for error. Any loss would likely put us at serious risk. It actually depends on more than the margin. A 10-point loss, for example,...
by DownAtTheJunction
Sun 13 Sep 2020 12:21am
Forum: Saintsational Fan Forum
Topic: How do we Miss out on the Eight
Replies: 29
Views: 2893

Re: How do we Miss out on the Eight

whiskers3614 wrote: Sun 13 Sep 2020 12:12am wrong only 50 odd points in total!
I suspect a loss by us of 3 goals and a win by Melbourne of 3 goals would bring us pretty close together. There’s not a great margin for error. Any loss would likely put us at serious risk.
by DownAtTheJunction
Sat 29 Aug 2020 8:20pm
Forum: Saintsational Fan Forum
Topic: Match Thread Saints v Demons Round 14 2020
Replies: 525
Views: 32626

Re: Match Thread Saints v Demons Round 14 2020

Currentlly 24C in Alice which is about 7C warmer than our Qld hub
by DownAtTheJunction
Mon 24 Aug 2020 1:26pm
Forum: Saintsational Fan Forum
Topic: Billings and King
Replies: 175
Views: 7415

Re: Billings and King

I cant believe Billings let us down so badly - he must be scapegoated He is the one we must blame for our 2pts loss to a 95% full strength Top 2 Bears (missing Rich) at the GABBA where they have won 14 out of there last 16 games. Jacks a nice fella but absolutely replaceable Only 2 players above JB...
by DownAtTheJunction
Thu 20 Aug 2020 1:29pm
Forum: Saintsational Fan Forum
Topic: Changes v Lions
Replies: 69
Views: 6281

Re: Changes v Lions

I disagree Jack Sinclair has been an important lineman since he came back and doesn’t waste a possession. He’s in my team too. When he wins a contested ball he has the rare ability of finding an option outside the traffic. (Bytel has shown signs of this too). He has a harder edge than some give him...
by DownAtTheJunction
Thu 20 Aug 2020 10:53am
Forum: Saintsational Fan Forum
Topic: Paddy McCartin
Replies: 109
Views: 7934

Re: Paddy McCartin

There’s an element of romance about players such as Paddy. I am sure we all wish him well. But even when fit he was never the forward we had hoped for. There were some glimmers but that was all. I couldn’t see him returning to us as a forward. But if he was thrown a ‘life line’ then I might trial hi...
by DownAtTheJunction
Thu 13 Aug 2020 12:41pm
Forum: Saintsational Fan Forum
Topic: Necessity Is The Mother Of Invention
Replies: 25
Views: 2424

Re: Necessity Is The Mother Of Invention

Gresham is a major loss for our team and supplied a significant amount of grunt. Alongside Steele and Jones, he has been the engine. From afl.com.au Gresham showed pain following the Saints' 59-point loss to Geelong on Monday night and St Kilda chief Simon Lethlean said there was a "grumble&qu...
by DownAtTheJunction
Wed 12 Aug 2020 8:29pm
Forum: Saintsational Fan Forum
Topic: Necessity Is The Mother Of Invention
Replies: 25
Views: 2424

Re: Necessity Is The Mother Of Invention

bigcarl wrote: Wed 12 Aug 2020 7:15pm
DownAtTheJunction wrote: Wed 12 Aug 2020 7:11pm
bigcarl wrote: Wed 12 Aug 2020 6:59pm https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marshall_Plan

The Marshall Plan. Love it
I forgot to read the link. Wow that'd clear the debt too. I'm lovin' it even more!
by DownAtTheJunction
Wed 12 Aug 2020 7:11pm
Forum: Saintsational Fan Forum
Topic: Necessity Is The Mother Of Invention
Replies: 25
Views: 2424

Re: Necessity Is The Mother Of Invention

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marshall_Plan The Marshall Plan. Love it I think, bigcarl for much of this year we have been the innovators. I'm not keen on giving that back. I want us to be driving our destiny. We have been bold with speed, a 'catch me if you can' game plan. I just want us to remain...