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I would think that the RA board, who made the appointment, holds the greater responsibility. Furthermore, i think the board would have demanded focus/priority on the men’s WC given it was so soon… and EJ probably is capable of performing the role in a less hectic period. But, yes, i understand your point.
'It has been impossible': When it comes to his 'secondary' job Eddie Everywhere has been more like the invisible man
The wallaroos frustration appears to be directed at RA, rightly, and not Eddie as you seem to claim here. Perhaps RA should not have committed EJ to this role until after the WC.
'It has been impossible': When it comes to his 'secondary' job Eddie Everywhere has been more like the invisible man
And….
Additionally to the proposed 7pt (ball hitting goal post – on the full) and coming back into play (ie not crossing the line), if the defending teams gains possession and scores at their end with no stoppage they get the initial 7pts plus their own score… and it continues until ball crosses the line.
Also, each team gets to nominate a single 5min power play period for the game (doubling of goals/points scored), to be nominated at start of the qtr.
The game should not fear constant change.
Crows robbery the latest in a long list of failures by Gill's arrogant AFL
Freo and WCE are owned by the WAFC. The clubs also have members with voting power. The WAFC is a non-profit with a volunteer board and runs everything to do with AR in WA, including – wafl, auskick, kids leagues, umpire training, acadamies, etc (there are probably exceptions, but i don’t know what they are). Unfortunately, SA doesn’t have a similar set up.
Re Goyder no-show at Brisbane GF, covid travel restrictions in WA is why that happened… he made it to the WA GF though.
Crows robbery the latest in a long list of failures by Gill's arrogant AFL
If the focus is ALWAYS on the big Melbourne clubs, shouldn’t the AFL do some consolidation of the smaller Melbourne clubs? It would address a few problems, namely :
– uneven number of teams when Tassie join
– it would introduce more travel for Melbourne teams
– help with the talent pool of players and umpiring available to service teams
– reduce the number of different boutique venues non-vic teams play at.
Crows robbery the latest in a long list of failures by Gill's arrogant AFL
I do wonder if the Gather Round was just to placate SA because they missed out on hosting a GF during covid.
Crows robbery the latest in a long list of failures by Gill's arrogant AFL
Yes, the nsw and qld influence/control of RA is the big issue to overcome.
'Massive reform': Australian Super clubs a step closer to alignment after decade-long wait
I am not surprised the individual states are wary of RA’s “centralisation”. The duplicitous way the ARU (who rebranded as RA to wipe away the stink) axed the Western Force is still fresh in everyone’s mind.
'Massive reform': Australian Super clubs a step closer to alignment after decade-long wait
That’s even more experience 👍
'Cancel his citizenship!' PM weighs in, ABs 'gobsmacked', as Hansen explains why he's helping Wallabies
Gold Coast weren’t short on young talent during Abletts time at GC, and there were several factors as to why they didn’t get more out of the list at the time. Fortunately, some of those issues have been addressed eg. player retention, facilities, coach… and i suspect off-field harmony/dynamics/bonding.
TOM MORRIS: Why a Dusty-Dimma reunion makes sense... but not for 13 more months
Yep, agreed. Martin is too expensive for what he has to offer now… and he might not be that keen anyway. Ablett jnr was unable to lift the group to the next level, and i think Martin is equally as reserved. Hardwick is savvy enough to identify who the strong leaders are that will help the group move up.
TOM MORRIS: Why a Dusty-Dimma reunion makes sense... but not for 13 more months
I wonder who Steve Smith might prefer in the line-up. Although, he probably would have been consulted at the very least.
Disappointed for Agar, what a waste of his time this has been. Why bother taking him to India?
Selectors letting Warner down by not dropping him - 'really struggling, feet not moving', Handscomb settles in: Talking Points
Agreed. Good suggestion re 5 second stagnation, ie no restarting a stagnant maul. The establishment of a maul at a lineout in the attacking 22 should be looked at… or something more broader. Also, perhaps relaxation of some defensive tactics of a rolling maul. The rolling maul needs to stay, it just needs to be more contestable.
'Legalised obstruction': Thorn defends rugby's 'uniqueness' after World Cup winning coach turns maul rat
An extreme way to get consolidation in Victoria, but worth a look.
The Roar's AFL top 50 players, 30-21: Young guns galore as footy's future officially arrives
My reply went to mods. The incidents were widely covered in all media, couldn’t be ignored without drawing attention to its omission. and is a cha-ching type of article that roar has always done.
'I was in no man's land': The 'lightbulb moment' that saw Aussie Sevens star make return after quitting for 'real job'
1 game a week, and rarely my team? It is a very poor FTA presence… it is a token gesture at best, not a presence.
I am sure the new EJ Wallabies will get some decent coverage (thankyou anti-siphoning legislation) for the next 2 years or so, and if the Eddie factor is still going strong leading into rwc27 then AR can repeat the financial windfall of wc03 – and probably squander it like last time 😔
Day the music died: Personality clash that led to RA culling 'Kumbaya' Dave for a 'feral, mongrel genius'
If superrugby had a couple of seasons of week-in/week-out live fta, unburdened by historically horrendous timezone challenges, we might get a better assessment of fta reach and influence. Paywall access, alone, doesn’t provide exposure and growth. The AFL know this, they insist on (~17 of 22) live fta, a couple games delayed, for local teams. NRL has a poorer version, imo, of the AFL broadcast arrangement, but clearly see value in it. I am not making a like for like comparison between codes, am just highlighting the value some codes place on fta accessibility to it’s grass roots.
Cricket was suffering a kind of crisis of relevance, and suddenly BBL, initially birthed behind a paywall, goes onto full fta and is the big cash cow for CA. And, now, is always on fta. On the other hand, the other forms of cricket are behind a paywall, except aussie summer tests, and is barely talked about. People mock bbl, but it is on fta every day and kids start playing and following the game. Again, not comparing the codes, just highlighting the value of fta.
Soccer, in aus, might seem a reasonable counter to the above. However, direct comparison is difficult. A-League competes with the insanely high global coverage of the EPL, and it’s star players… which is what rugby experiences with nrl and afl i guess. Regardless, the FFA persists with fta to get exposure for it’s competition.
As the saying goes – Something, something ‘grow the base’ something something ‘the pyramid gets taller’. Paywall shrinks the base, fta grows it… imo. I tangled with you and Brett McKay many years ago over FTA, on this site, and rugby has definitely struggled in the meantime. Tbf, ARU/AR management has not been grand during this period.
Day the music died: Personality clash that led to RA culling 'Kumbaya' Dave for a 'feral, mongrel genius'
Appalling decision that is avoiding scrutiny/being overshadowed by the 6 or deadball question. And, since I’m up here, why are they using those flame thrower things in the middle of summer? Is it not hot enough? Is there not enough CO2 in the atmosphere? Naked flames outside is banned during summer in most of Australia, not a good look. Why can’t they use those crazy blow up figures, in team colours, used to advertise sales in front of stores?
Cricket News: BBL 'roof rule' sparks debate after twin controversies in Stars' latest Melbourne Derby mega-choke
Do you see the irony of your comment?
Kyrgios wants to be revered for antics like McEnroe but his career more like Happy Gilmore … without the trophy
Shooter “I eat sh*t like you for breakfast”
Happy “you eat sh*t for breakfast?”
Kyrgios wants to be revered for antics like McEnroe but his career more like Happy Gilmore … without the trophy
That is the big difference between the two. McEnroe never threw in the towel, figuratively that is, he did literally, along with other courtside items. Kyrgios just gives in so frequently, which is inline with him not caring. But, Kyrgios has made comments, in the past 12 months, that he is now more committed – who knows if that will translate into sufficient effort to win a grand slam event.
However, McEnroe is no exemplar. His antics were contemptible at the time and probably contributed, unfairly, to his success.
Does Kyrgios do any product advertising? He would have brand sponsorship, but does any company pay him to flog product not directly associated with tennis?
Kyrgios wants to be revered for antics like McEnroe but his career more like Happy Gilmore … without the trophy
Not sure Melbourne’s growing population impacts Sydney infrastructure… unless it is Sydney’s population moving to Melbourne 😛
Sydney’s sporting infrastructure will primarily be impacted by new train lines (public transport infrastructure). Melbourne’s sporting infrastructure might be impacted by greater demand for rectangular ground capacity (esp soccer), although the AFL owned Docklands stadium (and MCG) could possibly fulfill adhoc requests for the next 15 years or so. AAMI park will probably get capacity upgrade… hopefully it can avoid a total demolition and rebuild.
As of 2023, Sydney may have surpassed Melbourne in terms of its sporting stadiums
Wouldn’t mind seeing an equivalent All Blacks style ‘Probables v Possibles’ one summer, as a one off test (Aus v Aus A). That would surely get a bit of interest. Although, it may interfere with other cricketing logistics.
David Warner's Player of the Series nod was the most undeserved ever
Noongar culture has 6 seasons in Perth… might have similar first nations seasons in Sydney.
Rain-plagued SCG Test should be shifted from traditional New Year’s slot but it’ll never happen
If the players are onboard, and positive vibes in the group, then hopefully we will see continued improved discipline and better overall team performances as we (hopefully) progress through our very fortunate group stage.
Just hope we are prepared to go back to some older heads if some of the youngbloods aren’t progressing as quickly as we need.
'We didn't want to show too much': Is Eddie bluffing in a high stakes game of rugby poker?