Dewnior
Norm Smith Medallist
- Dec 22, 2007
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- AFL Club
- Hawthorn
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Doesn't always mean relevance for good reasons!You could be a train wreck of a club like the scum and still get plenty of media coverage…not sure that makes them relevant
Ego. Plain and simple. They thought they were better and knew better than anyone else. Too much time at the top and not willing to listen to the membership base. Glad it’s moving in a new directionI stumbled upon an interview with Mathew Berryman on SEN this afternoon from last week, where he outlined that the election was “being driven by ego(gowers)” and was saying that it should’ve been more about who was the right person to be president.
I am beyond perplexed at how oblivious and completely unaware those backing Nankivell were to the feeling toward the current board and Jeff amongst members.
Vanders too, clearly oblivious.
How did they not pick up the discontent from members at all? How did they misread the membership base so poorly that they thought that sending those emails out sidelining the candidates was going to sit well?
And most of all, how were they so unaware that they were going to be the kiss of death for Nankivell no matter how qualified he was, when there was such a strong undercurrent of displeasure with the boards reluctance to speak up or be known as anything other than Jeff’s board who nominated one of their own?
I’m just completely dumbfounded, perhaps even angry on Nankivell’s behalf, that they ruined his run at the presidency by being so ignorant of the climate he was going to be asked to navigate.
The only chance he ever stood would have been if he’d distanced himself from Jeff and all of his actions over the last 12 months the moment he got a chance to speak, and only then outlined why he was the right man for the job.
Sorry, but don’t believe he is an innocent.I stumbled upon an interview with Mathew Berryman on SEN this afternoon from last week, where he outlined that the election was “being driven by ego(gowers)” and was saying that it should’ve been more about who was the right person to be president.
I am beyond perplexed at how oblivious and completely unaware those backing Nankivell were to the feeling toward the current board and Jeff amongst members.
Vanders too, clearly oblivious.
How did they not pick up the discontent from members at all? How did they misread the membership base so poorly that they thought that sending those emails out sidelining the candidates was going to sit well?
And most of all, how were they so unaware that they were going to be the kiss of death for Nankivell no matter how qualified he was, when there was such a strong undercurrent of displeasure with the boards reluctance to speak up or be known as anything other than Jeff’s board who nominated one of their own?
I’m just completely dumbfounded, perhaps even angry on Nankivell’s behalf, that they ruined his run at the presidency by being so ignorant of the climate he was going to be asked to navigate.
The only chance he ever stood would have been if he’d distanced himself from Jeff and all of his actions over the last 12 months the moment he got a chance to speak, and only then outlined why he was the right man for the job.
I hope Sleepy Andy and Sleepy Mark McKenzie are sharing bunks down at Waverley.1 email. That’s all he’s given us.
I WANT MORE FROM YOU ANDY
Derm was sen today saying he didn’t want to be seen picking sides but he’s wrapped his boy Gowers got in or something to that affect.
YOU WANT SUMMIT!!!?1 email. That’s all he’s given us.
I WANT MORE FROM YOU ANDY
Derm was writing some pretty horrible shit about Clarko last year on Facebook and then going on tv the very same day and being super nice, respectful and diplomatic when asked about him.Derm was sen today saying he didn’t want to be seen picking sides but he’s wrapped his boy Gowers got in or something to that affect.
I WANT SUMMITYOU WANT SUMMIT!!!?
Television has a set schedule, with an appointment time you know you have to be sober for.Derm was writing some pretty horrible s**t about Clarko last year on Facebook and then going on tv the very same day and being super nice, respectful and diplomatic when asked about him.
I stumbled upon an interview with Mathew Berryman on SEN this afternoon from last week, where he outlined that the election was “being driven by ego(gowers)” and was saying that it should’ve been more about who was the right person to be president.
I am beyond perplexed at how oblivious and completely unaware those backing Nankivell were to the feeling toward the current board and Jeff amongst members.
Vanders too, clearly oblivious.
How did they not pick up the discontent from members at all? How did they misread the membership base so poorly that they thought that sending those emails out sidelining the candidates was going to sit well?
And most of all, how were they so unaware that they were going to be the kiss of death for Nankivell no matter how qualified he was, when there was such a strong undercurrent of displeasure with the boards reluctance to speak up or be known as anything other than Jeff’s board who nominated one of their own?
I’m just completely dumbfounded, perhaps even angry on Nankivell’s behalf, that they ruined his run at the presidency by being so ignorant of the climate he was going to be asked to navigate.
The only chance he ever stood would have been if he’d distanced himself from Jeff and all of his actions over the last 12 months the moment he got a chance to speak, and only then outlined why he was the right man for the job.
Much said on Vanders? I saw that was to be a talking pointInteresting commentary on Hawks Insiders tonight, with Ash Browne declaring that Gowers didn't really push how connected he is behind the scenes in the footy world, particularly regarding his old xaverian connections and with the administration that run the game. Ash was saying that Andy is well respected and will not need to come out swinging publicly in order to influence those who govern the game, as he will be able to do so privately.
Music to my ears.
Ash said that they had a fair inkling he would pull the pin if Nank didn’t get up, after talking to him. He was wedded to Nankivell getting up.Much said on Vanders? I saw that was to be a talking point
Interesting commentary on Hawks Insiders tonight, with Ash Browne declaring that Gowers didn't really push how connected he is behind the scenes in the footy world, particularly regarding his old xaverian connections and with the administration that run the game. Ash was saying that Andy is well respected and will not need to come out swinging publicly in order to influence those who govern the game, as he will be able to do so privately.
Music to my ears.
As have I. Unfortunately it results in some deadshit people getting fairly important roles, otherwise I might admire it.Have seen the Xaverians weave their magic in the corporate world - it's a sight to behold.
Surely, he's a stauncher ally of Sam's than Nank's! Thus, would take a role to help out Sam rather than spite Andy.The Lewis call is fascinating. My strong mail was that he was a staunch Nank ally. I wonder if Sam/ Andy can still win him over.
Competent yes, necessary no !!The Lewis call is fascinating. My strong mail was that he was a staunch Nank ally. I wonder if Sam/ Andy can still win him over.