Official Team Thread ʕ·͡ᴥ·ʔ Las Vegas Bears Season 32 Official Team Thread ʕ·͡ᴥ·ʔ #22to32 - congratulations Cap and MWPP , our joint S32 Mateflon Medallists!

[MWPP]

tony 's mob have captured a rare group shot of returning club legend JoshWoodenSpoon painting tony , Electronic_Renaissance , Broken and Millky95 on the red carpet


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Hey tony , who are you sitting with and what did you order tonight?

I am sitting with my boys. I didn't look at the menu but I ordered Pizza and Pasta and expect to get it. I also told them no wine for our table after last season's disaster.



Do you and your mob have a pre-Mateflon routine ?

We go around the room taking bribes and collecting bets.

How have you found your year?

My season was ok, but I am disappointed we missed out on finals again. I will be doubling our bribes to the faceless men next season to get us a spot in the finals.

Who is your tip to win the BnF ?

It could be any number of people this season, but I think its out of Broken, Millky95 or Moose.

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Hey Electronic_Renaissance . Congratulations on a promising debut season - you seem to be set for a successful career ahead. How would you rate your year, and the Bears' year?

Thank you, it is nice to hear I have done well from my team mates and especially my captain. I think I have done pretty well for a rookie but there is plenty of room for improvement. I'm only just getting started. It is disappointing that the Bears missed the finals but I think we have had a great year off-field.

Who are you sitting with tonight, and who dressed you?

I'm am sitting with my buddy Cap as everyone would expect. He scrubs up pretty well and his plus one is just stunning.

Um, I dressed myself. Was I supposed to get someone else to dress me?

Is pizza on the menu (with or without cutlery) ?

Of course!! I can look out at all my team mates currently enjoying tony 's famous pizza. It's good to see everyone using cutlery, no need to worry about greasy hands when the next course arrives!

Who is your tip to win the BnF ?

Hmm, tough one. Probably Muddiemoose , are we having chocolate mousse for dessert?

What's in store for you over the offseason, and next season?

I have state of origin coming up, playing for the mighty Black Swans. A very formidable team on paper. I'm sure we'll do well.

I will be training the house down as I prepare for next season. I may also have a few little surprises in store. I will also enjoy getting to know and playing with my new team mates Supersuns , Mister M and Party Gull .

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Good evening Broken . It's been a privilege to post/play alongside you. How would you rate your season, and our season as a whole?
Woeful, and the outcome of our season was sadly no surprise.

Who are you sitting with tonight, and what did you order to drink?
The answer to both is a White Russian.

Who do you tip as tonight's Mateflon winner, and more importantly, Roulette winner?
Whoever does the votes is a good chance to win. As for roulette, it pays to follow tony and his connections.

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Hey Millky95 , who are you sitting with tonight, and who dressed you?
Hello MWPP. I am with new recruits Supersuns and Mister M giving them their first taste of Bear's hospitality. We are dressed by "PennState Threads"

Overall, how have you found this season, both onfield and offield?

On field wasn't great. Felt like we were always there or thereabouts but couldn't make it.

Off-field was a good years for the Bears. Looking at going strength to strength next season

Who is your tip to win the BnF?

Whilst Muddie had it on for on-field Cap's posting numbers will get him over the line
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Hey JoshWoodenSpoon . Who are you sitting with tonight , and who dressed you?
I'm sitting by myself, and I'm in full Dada tracksuit. Two unrelated conditions.

Overall, how have you found your first season back?
Bangin'. Bearz rule. Love the spirit about the place and amped for next season.

And who is your tip to win the Mateflon?
It's as open a race as I can remember, and I can nearly remember the last one!

 

[Muddiemoose]

Wow can't believe you took my mum Muddiemoose

Don’t worry it was mate purely physical
No emotions in it at all

 

[Supersuns]

Don’t worry it was mate purely physical
No emotions in it at all

Unlucky for you.

 

[Art Vandelay_]

Art Vandelay_ and Matera92 are finishing each others' sentences now? Cute!!

I am never speaking ever again.

Starting n..

Startin….

Star…

Oh ****!

 

[MWPP]

Because of covid restrictions, some of our club favourites were unable to make it in-person tonight but tony 's mob managed to capture footage via webcam, in true Vegas style



Not even covid could stop rookies TheTick and terrybull from making a virtual appearance at their first best and fairest




They were joined at the pre's by veterans RookiePick and kane249 .

 

[MWPP]

pantskyle , league legend and new S32 Las Vegas Bears Hall of Fame Inductee is the next to arrive on the Red Carpet

Congratulations pantskyle on your long-overdue induction into the Las Vegas Bears Hall Of Fame. You've had a wonderful career in the SFA and remain an instrumental figure in our history - quite simply, we would not exist without you. We are honoured that you have accepted this invitation and were able to be with us tonight at very short notice .

Firstly, who are you sitting with tonight, and who dressed you?

I am with Matera and we dressed each other.


What are some of your favourite early memories of and at the Bears?

The whole period at the Bears was incredible, we had an amazing core of extremely funny and clever posters who were just happy to shoot the sh*t with everyone, we had fun and enjoyed the adventure. Obviously it was a highlight bringing the team back into the league but I think to do so with a very good group topped it off, was never boring. I was content and proud to be able to tick it off as job complete as pass the reigns onto the next brigade. I was proud when the flag was won, a little envious of course. I was more proud that the club continued to carry on that casual clever posting. Powerful unit. Also loved when Matera knifed DJ. I would hope the story is not complete and one day I return as the one true King of Vegas (sorry matera).

Do you have any advice for younger Bears players?

Younger Bears or even rookies in general, just be yourself, see how that works and if it fails change slightly but don't lose your identity, don't be afraid to have a gimmick as stupid as it might be. When I came into the league besides being a spamming smart arse I brought the team (The Roys) a new pair of pants to wear each match, incredibly lame. But here I am, one hundred seasons later still being lame. Just have fun and don't take sh*t was us veterans who mainly complain just to be involved.

 

[JoshWoodenSpoon]

Onya pantskyle! If they have better drinks in the hall please hand me one under the curtain. Get us a beer too.

 

[MWPP]

Another Las Vegas Bears legend and overdue new Hall Of Fame inductee kane249 was unable to be with us tonight at short notice but thanks to tony 's sources , we were able to bring you some rare footage from the S22 (premiership year!) BnF

It is fitting that on the 10th anniversary of our inaugural premiership , pantskyle and kane249 join hilly , Dingster and Matera92 as part of this exclusive club

 

[Broken]

Finalllllllly pants has come back to Las Vegas. Congrats on the HoF pantskyle
It's been long overdue.

 

[MWPP]

New recruits Party Gull and Mister M have arrived fashionably late after spending a little too long in the VIP guest hot tub ....
They may have missed the HoF announcement but are here in time for the other formalities, food and of course, the afterparty!

Party Gull , welcome (back) to the Bears . A long time coming, but it's great to have you home
Back, in a way. The cloning process went awry and what should have produced a communist friendly bear spat me out instead. Just a rude dude with a rad tude and a proclivity for those little things wi-- with the sort of raffia work base that has an attachment.

What's the story behind your latest username change?
Well when life gives you lemons or spits you out of the cloning tube far from complete then you choose a username that very explicitly states what you are as to avoid any comparisons to loveable bears.

Who are you sitting with tonight, and who dressed you?
I'm sitting up on the roof tiles, eyeing off everyone's chippies.

I dressed myself, thank you very much.

What are your plans over the next few months, and for next season?
Is AuntyBlindEye part of those plans?
To Par-tay!

AuntyBlindEye is currently locked in the big boss' cancelled cell. It'll take someone with less of a destructive party habit than I to wrangle that bastard out.

Who is your tip to win the BnF?
The House. They always win.

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Mister M , welcome (officially) to the Bears . It's a privilege to have you with us tonight at short notice. Who are you sitting with tonight, and who dressed you?

You're right-- it was short notice! I had tickets to see Spiderman-No Way Home tonight. But it's an absolute privilege to join the Bears; both tonight and for next season.

I struggled to find a date for tonight on short notice, so I'll be sitting tonight with my Uber driver. He seems like a nice enough fellow and was up for a chat. He told me that he wanted the steak for dinner, so I guess that leaves me with the chicken.

Even a few months ago, I never thought that we'd end up teammates , but I'm excited about the opportunity ahead. What prompted the move?

I was once told by an SFA legend that it's important to play alongside your favourite posters, as they are the people you will be interacting with every week. I reflected upon that this season & decided that I want to play alongside some of my friends in the SFA.

Most people don't remember this, but I was introduced to the SFA as part of the Vampires expansion bid by Millky95, so the opportunity to finally be team mates with him was a drawcard. An absolute gun who always puts a smile on my face.

Then there's the Season 30 Rookie class--- Muddiemoose , tony, Supersuns & I have grown up in the SFA at the same time. 3 of the funniest and friendliest posters in the SFA. I always looked forward to playing the Bears for Moose, tony & guero (I hope he comes back one day), so now I get to look forward to every week next season.

Literally living the dream in Vegas.

What are your plans over the next few months, and for next season?

I feel like I've just ended the SFA season. Straight from the Grand Final with the Furies into Mad Monday and then I woke up hungover in Vegas. My first plan is apologise to anyone for anything that I did during the Mad Monday celebrations, I think I embarrassed myself a bit there.

Then once I fully sober up, I'll lace the Qooty boots back up and get on the training track. Will hopefully play a few games for Vic Metro in the off-season and hopefully show enough to earn a place in the Bears starting 18. I'm going to earn my spot-- both on and off the field.

Who is your tip to win the BnF? s

I'm going to tip the Western Stand Warrior himself Cap . It's about time the Big Bear gets more recognition for what he brings to the SFA.

 

[Metalcrusher]

Don't want to interrupt your night Bear folks, just wanna pop in and say, MWPP love ya girl. You held this club together. Without you, I am not really sure what would have happened.

You did a fantastic job under difficult circumstances.

Also to the Muddiemoose, congratz on becoming Bears captain. You and tony are the leadership future of this club.

I wish you lads nothing but success in continuing to build a legacy at the Bears.

Also to Cap .... pffft .... until you kick 1 goal 11 points you are not, nor never will be a full forwards arseh*le

I would say something about I Dont Care but .... well .. he doesn't care ...

 

[Metalcrusher]

Finalllllllly pants has come back to Las Vegas. Congrats on the HoF pantskyle
It's been long overdue.

Pfft such a club whore that one ...

 

[thewizardmelon]

I’m here! I’m drunk but I’m definitely here!

 

[MWPP]

Please enjoy some delicious snacks and drinks on the house as we prepare for the more formal part of the evening

 

[Broken]

I’m here! I’m drunk but I’m definitely here!

Security!!!

 

[eth-dog]

I’m here! I’m drunk but I’m definitely here!

You're on our table. Good luck rook

 

[kane249]

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Another Las Vegas Bears legend and overdue new Hall Of Fame inductee kane249 was unable to be with us tonight at short notice but thanks to tony 's sources , we were able to bring you some rare footage from the S22 (premiership year!) BnF

It is fitting that on the 10th anniversary of our inaugural premiership , pantskyle and kane249 join hilly , Dingster and Matera92 as part of this exclusive club

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Wow this is a truly humbling experience, I never thought when I was first recruited to join the team that I would go on to achieve this. There has been offers over the years to move to other clubs, but I'm glad I stuck through and stayed with this amazing bunch.

The obvious career highlight for me was winning the flag with my fellow brother and sister Bears. It was a rocky road from when the Bears got relaunched so to ride it out and achieve the ultimate glory was truly amazing. The after party celebrations were truly epic, or at least from what I can piece together from the photos and footage (once Matera92 's lawyers at Bearly Legal had been through it and released select stuff anyway). Thanks also to iBeng for your late game inaccuracy to deliver us that flag

To the cubs in our group I can't speak highly enough of this club and it's loyal core of posters. Stick true to the Bears and they will be good to you in turn. You can achieve anything at this club and you too can carve out your own piece of Bears history.

As the elder statesman of the group I look forward to what the future brings for Las Vegas, and making more premiership memories along the way.

 

[MWPP]

In the meantime, a word from your host and outgoing captain, MWPP

A long time ago in a galaxy far far away, JoshWoodenSpoon sent a lonely, unpopular young muggleborn witch who did not yet know who she was an invitation to Las Vegas School of Qooty and Wizardry. Initially, she declined, fearing that her muggleborn status and Royal parents would make a move impossible- besides, she was considering switching to dental school. In the end it was a young orphaned wizard by the name of Barrybran , and debauchery at an end of season trip to Vegas complete with tales of leggings and lager that prompted her to join. Over time, Baz and some of her other friends left, and even Josh "Gandalf" Spoon wasn't around, but others like Campaignery , the local Milkman , the Gun, and not so Broken veteran rallied around her in support alongside the legendary Teflon. By accident, she found herself becoming a Prefect and eventually, Head Girl. Despite encouragement from Committee of Magic and the potential for even greater things , her true love was always teaching young qooty players , and when she watched the talented new generation of Muddiemoose and tony become respected leaders in their own right . Mwepione could not be prouder of where the Bears are today , and is excited to see what Muddiemoose and his team have in store for our great club

 

[Broken]

Wow this is a truly humbling experience, I never thought when I was first recruited to join the team that I would go on to achieve this. There has been offers over the years to move to other clubs, but I'm glad I stuck through and stayed with this amazing bunch.

The obvious career highlight for me was winning the flag with my fellow brother and sister Bears. It was a rocky road from when the Bears got relaunched so to ride it out and achieve the ultimate glory was truly amazing. The after party celebrations were truly epic, or at least from what I can piece together from the photos and footage (once Matera92 's lawyers at Bearly Legal had been through it and released select stuff anyway). Thanks also to iBeng for your late game inaccuracy to deliver us that flag

To the cubs in our group I can't speak highly enough of this club and it's loyal core of posters. Stick true to the Bears and they will be good to you in turn. You can achieve anything at this club and you too can carve out your own piece of Bears history.

As the elder statesman of the group I look forward to what the future brings for Las Vegas, and making more premiership memories along the way.

Congrats mate. Well deserved.

 

[MWPP]

Season 32 Round 1 – Baghdad Bombers 13.10 (88) defeated Las Vegas Bears 13.9 (87) at Abdu Prison
Writeup by MWPP , votes by Muddiemoose

In round 1 we defied Covid restrictions by travelling to Abdu Prison to take on the Bombers for our opening match of the season. After a busy offseason for both teams, this game was predicted to be a show stopper as the traitorous Campaignery faced the music against his old team and league and club legend JoshWoodenSpoon made a much-anticipated return alongside his protegee and prized rookie recruit Electronic_Renaissance. In the end, an active , engaging match thread served as a fitting preview for the matchday thriller.

On a warm day , we were inspired by our spiritual captain and stormed out of the blocks to take a 2 goal lead at quarter time. However, heat got to us in the second quarter as the Bombers fought back , piling on 7 goals to 2 to expose JWS's rustiness as emergency fullback and reclaim a 4 goal lead at the main break. All the signs were pointing to a comeback after a half-time spray from the coach but we struggled to convert our chances and instead faced a disappointing 38 goal deficit at the final change. In the final quarter, we found another gear , kicking 6 unanswered goals with the final of those by CarterS taking us to within 2 points. CarterS also had another chance in the final 30 seconds but could only manage a point , so in the end all we had to show after that impressive comeback as a heartbreaking 1 point loss.

Despite the final result, there were plenty of positives to take from the game. Broken (97 DT , 2 goals, 21 disposals) was best on ground in a dominant display , and capitalised well silver service provided by reigning TFLUA and Mateflon medallist Muddiemoose (13 hitouts, 94 DT, 6 tackles). Skipper MWPP (69 DT ) provided crucial leadership and goal assists in her first game at full forward whilst classy veteran RookiePick (21 disposals, 85 DT) also rewound the clock. tony (61 DT, 18 disposals) stood up in defence and lifted when it mattered most.



Qooty
5 votes Broken
4 votes Muddiemoose
3 votes MWPP
2 votes RookiePick
1 vote tony

Posting
3 votes Millky95
2 votes MWPP
1 vote Electronic_Renaissance

Opposition Votes
3 MWPP
2 Cap
1 Muddiemoose

 

[JoshWoodenSpoon]

Wow this is a truly humbling experience, I never thought when I was first recruited to join the team that I would go on to achieve this. There has been offers over the years to move to other clubs, but I'm glad I stuck through and stayed with this amazing bunch.

The obvious career highlight for me was winning the flag with my fellow brother and sister Bears. It was a rocky road from when the Bears got relaunched so to ride it out and achieve the ultimate glory was truly amazing. The after party celebrations were truly epic, or at least from what I can piece together from the photos and footage (once Matera92 's lawyers at Bearly Legal had been through it and released select stuff anyway). Thanks also to iBeng for your late game inaccuracy to deliver us that flag

To the cubs in our group I can't speak highly enough of this club and it's loyal core of posters. Stick true to the Bears and they will be good to you in turn. You can achieve anything at this club and you too can carve out your own piece of Bears history.

As the elder statesman of the group I look forward to what the future brings for Las Vegas, and making more premiership memories along the way.

Legend! Long tick The Metronome.


Also,#bengforHOF

 

[MWPP]

Season 32 Round 2 – Las Vegas Bears 14.7 (91) defeated by East Side Phoenix 16.11 (107) at The Stadium In The Sky
Writeup and votes by MWPP

In Round 2 we returned home to host Chipmunk , por_please_ya and the rest of the newly rebranded East Side Phoenix at The Stadium In The Sky. Despite thewizardmelon ‘s attempts to rig his own trivia quiz in the leadup , nothing could get in the way of our perfect preparation. On a Rainy day, we adjusted better to the slippery conditions initially but could not convert all of our chances, kicking 5.4 to 3.1 to take a handy 15 point lead at half time. Unfortunately as the rain became heavier, our ball use declined as the Phoenix’s intensity lifted, resulting in a scrappy 3.3 to 1.1 quarter and a narrow 5 point deficit at half time. Our defence was under siege in the third quarter as we conceded 10 scoring shots, but it also stood tall when it mattered and ensured that the majority were minor scores. This meant that we were still in touch at three quarter time , with the margin an achievable 16 points. Unfortunately this proved to be the final margin , as the rain cleared too late for us to capitalise on better conditions in the final quarter as we slumped to a 16 point loss.

Gun midfielder I Dont Care (90 DT points, 1 goal, 21 disposals) was best on ground as he wound back the clock to produce an absolute masterclass. Cap (4 goals) made the most of limited supply and defied the tricky conditions , as did superstar Big Man Muddiemoose (72 DT, 14 hitouts, 3 goals). Electronic_Renaissance (61 DT, 2 goals) was impressive and showed composure well beyond his years in just his second game and evergreen veteran Broken (63 DT, 6 tackles, 16 disposals) backed up his outstanding round 1 performance with another impressive display.



Qooty
5 I Dont Care
4 Cap
3 Muddiemoose
2 Electronic_Renaissance
1 Broken

Posting
3 Broken
2 MWPP
1 tony

Opposition Votes
3 tony
2 MWPP
1 Broken

 

[MWPP]

Season 32 Round 3 – Las Vegas Bears 17.18 (120) defeated Gold City Royals 11.13 (79) at The Stadium In The Sky
Writeup and votes by Muddiemoose

Round 3 saw us take on the Gold City Royals. With both teams winless at that point in the season the two teams were eager to get a win on the board to try and get some momentum before the end of the first half of the season.

It was clear that there was a change in game plan. Instead of the Bears midfielders always trying to lead out to new full forward Cap the team was instructed to lower the eyes and try and take opportunities whenever they showed themselves.


And boy did it work! We had 8 bears kicking majors during the game! Amongst the goal scorers was new recruit terrybull , joining Cap and kane249 in kicking 3 goals apiece.

The Millky95 man also delivered at the coalface with a monster 13 tackles playing a new role as a defensive midfielder. With this new team focus the bears got the chocolates and sealed our first win of the season in a memorable game.



Qooty
5 Millky95
4 Art Vandelay_
3 terrybull
2 Muddiemoose
1 tony

Posting
3 Millky95
2 MWPP
1 Broken

Opposition Votes
3 Broken
2 tony
1 Electronic_Renaissance

 

[MWPP]

Season 32 Round 4 – Las Vegas Bears 12.10 (82) defeated by West Coast Wonders 16.9 (105) at The Stadium In The Sky
Writeup and votes by Muddiemoose

After a revised game-plan and victory in round 3, the Bears were eager to continue to put their name on the winners list against the West Coast Wonders in Round 4.

Despite it raining goals for the Bears midfielders the week before, it proved a lot harder to score against the Wonders’ well-drilled defenders with only superstar ruckman Muddiemoose and Full Forward Cap able to kick multiples.

It wasn’t through lack of effort with I Dont Care and Matera92 putting on a clinic in the midfield. Unfortunately, we ultimately couldn’t match the wonders for class in front of the big sticks.



Qooty
5 Matera92
4 Electronic_Renaissance
3 Muddiemoose
2 I Dont Care
1 tony

Posting
3 Millky95
2 Electronic_Renaissance
1 Cap

Opposition Votes
3 Cap
2 Millky95
1 tony

 

[MWPP]