Oppo Camp Non Geelong football (AFL) discussion 2023, part I

[goyoucatters]

Who cut the onions

I know the word gets bandied about far too often. But he is an absolute hero, this man. As are all the sufferers of this horrific disease.

His book is an excellent read as well. What an inspiration he is.

#neversurrender
#lifeisfortheliving
#whenallissaidanddone

 

[Goggin Our Best]

Thanks for that

Sounds like Fine Cotton mark 2 -

 

[StonedCat]

I hope both sides belt the crap out of each other, all in brawl with 17 players reported and given 6 weeks each. I don't wish for much.

 

[Vdubs]

Pies pressure is beautiful so far

 

[Strange Cat]

Flagpies are a very well drilled team

 

[Munich]

Bloody hell I tipped Melb? Must have been a slip of the finger. Whoops.

 

[CabWesty]

I know the word gets bandied about far too often. But he is an absolute hero, this man. As are all the sufferers of this horrific disease.

His book is an excellent read as well. What an inspiration he is.

#neversurrender
#lifeisfortheliving
#whenallissaidanddone

MND - Magnificent Neale Daniher. A dead man walking who will never say die.
What a good man and what an awful disease.

 

[Mattlock]

A beautiful day of football, but my god could the commentators be any worse? It's a mix of total brain-dead ****s.

 

[catempire]

That was super by Melbourne and exactly what you need to do against Collingwood. Bring the pressure in return.

 

[Strange Cat]

That was super by Melbourne and exactly what you need to do against Collingwood. Bring the pressure in return.

Pity about the goal kicking efforts

 

[catempire]

Think we are witnessing the GF preview here.

 

[Partridge]

This is pure cringe. I wonder how this bloke would like it if someone was to come into his workplace and hurl insults like this at him?

I reckon I've heard supporters from every single club offer this advice at some point. Including Geelong fans.

 

[BotsMaster]

Think we are witnessing the GF preview here.

Thought the GF preview was not until round 19?

 

[Turbocat]

Whats the full article say - i only get the 1st paragraph - then the subscription options appear re contine reading etc

Diff article but you get the idea...

https://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/afl/news/richmond-star-marlion-pickett-faces-court-for-a-bail-hearing-after-being-arrested-in-perth/news-story/279b63ad612b9c798516d0f697cec42a

Richmond star Marlion Pickett granted bail on 12 charges, relating to alleged burglaries valued at more than $380,000​

Richmond’s Marlion Pickett has been granted bail under strict conditions after being charged in relation to burglaries valued at more than $380,000. Here’s what’s been alleged.

Richmond premiership star Marlion Pickett was allegedly involved in commercial burglaries that netted more than $380,000 during a summer crime spree that targeted the safes of businesses across Perth and neighbouring towns.
One burglary alone was valued at $325,000, police say.

Pickett was arrested on Sunday after the Tigers win over Fremantle in Perth and charged on four counts of aggravated burglary, four counts of stealing, one count of receiving and three counts of criminal damage or destruction of property.

During a bail hearing on Monday police pointed to bank transactions under Pickett’s name for clothing and tools allegedly used during the burglaries.

A campervan allegedly rented under the footballer’s name was allegedly used to transport stolen goods interstate.

The magistrate said Pickett would likely face prison time if found guilty.

Pickett was granted bail, despite Police opposing it on Monday, calling the charges “serious”.

The alleged offences occurred across four different locations in Beechboro, Girrawheen, Beverley and Bindoon, relating to burglaries from safes in December 2022 and January 2023.

The two-time premiership player will return to Melbourne on strict conditions with $50,000 surety, requiring him to attend Reservoir Police Station in Melbourne every Tuesday until the next court date in 10 weeks on August 21.

The 31-year-old attended Perth’s Central Law Courts on Monday after voluntarily meeting with WA Police on Sunday following Richmond’s win over Fremantle on Saturday night.

The magistrate granted bail, believing Pickett wasn’t a flight risk nor a risk of re-offending, despite being imprisoned for two-and-a-half years a similar offence in 2010. It was noted Pickett had one criminal offence since then, for possession of stolen or unlawfully obtained material in 2016.

The other conditions of his bail include continuing to reside at his Reservoir address in Melbourne, not approaching an international airport and not contacting or associating five co-accused.

Pickett’s representative David Manera argued he was the sole provider for his family with four children, having been in a 15-year de facto relationship with his partner, and needed to remain in Melbourne to maintain his profession.

His manager Anthony van der Wielen was in attendance at the bail hearing but opted not to comment afterwards. Pickett, wearing a black T-shirt, spoke only to confirm his attendance during the bail application.

Mr Van Der Wielen later escorted Pickett out of court, where the player declined to make any comment. Mr Manera did stop to speak to reporters and said he was “very surprised” police opted not to release Pickett overnight and opposed bail given his client’s long gap in criminal offending and willingness to assist their investigations.

When asked how Pickett was feeling, Mr Manera said: “All he said to me was, ‘I want to get out of here’.” He added that it was Pickett’s intention to fly back to Melbourne later that day after Monday’s hearing.

Pickett in action against the Dockers on Saturday night. Picture: Daniel Carson/AFL Photos
The incidents were on December 3 in Girrawheen, December 13 in Beverley, December 28 in Bindoon and January 3 in Beechboro.

The Herald Sun understands Pickett was told mid-week those detectives were keen to talk to him as early as Friday when he returned to Perth to play in the clash against Fremantle.

He decided to instead speak to detectives after the Saturday night clash and after making his statement on Sunday was arrested.

Pickett’s manager Van Der Wielen told the Herald Sun on Sunday night in a statement his client would defend himself against the charges.

“In response to the allegations, Marlion has a strong intent to defend himself against the charges,” he said.

 

[Turbocat]

Think we are witnessing the GF preview here.

I was visualising a team running out in black and white stripes .... and then after that Collingwood comes out...

 

[Vdubs]

Demons look up to the task- have absorbed the pressure, and the viruses may help ko the Pies

 

[Cataholic]

Fritsch given a ridiculous free by the ump.

Soft as.

 

[Mr Meow]

Think we are witnessing the GF preview here.

They are still every chance to win but I'm struggling to see the quality in this Melbourne side. 3 goals in a half against the Gastro/Covid Pies (I forget what virus has actually swept through the squad). They're generally a pretty inefficient side without a potent forward line - but I will commend them on their stat padding against the lower sides, best in the league at laying down the gauntlet in those scenarios.

Collingwood have been in 2nd gear the last few weeks, including today. Will be interesting to see if they decide and are capable of raising their level today as the match goes on.

 

[00VicWard001]

Fritsch given a ridiculous free by the ump.

Soft as.

Annoyed me when he led his opponent to spoil Van Royen’s mark (in the goal square).

Selfish footballer.

 

[Ricky Vaughn]

Earlier this year I praised Cody Weightman

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Cody Weightman

Age

23

Ht

179cm

Wt

75kg

Pos.

Fwd

Career

Season

Last 5

D

6.5

2star

K

4.0

2star

HB

2.5

2star

M

2.0

2star

T

1.0

3star

G

1.0

4star

D

6.5

1star

K

4.0

1star

HB

2.5

2star

M

2.0

2star

T

1.0

2star

G

1.0

4star

D

6.5

2star

K

4.0

2star

HB

2.5

3star

M

2.0

3star

T

1.0

3star

G

1.0

4star

for not diving anymore, and yesterday I genuinely said Collingwood fans are not stupid enough to boo Grundy.

****, I’m struggling.

 

[goyoucatters]

Earlier this year I praised Cody Weightman for not diving anymore, and yesterday I genuinely said Collingwood fans are not stupid enough to boo Grundy.

*, I’m struggling.

For myself, I'm struggling to think how you came to the conclusion that Pies fans wouldn't boo Grundy.

A more classless assortment of supporters you seriously could not find.

 

[Mr Meow]

One thing is for certain, unsurprisingly Collingwood aren't the same team without De Goey. Take their two best midfielders out (JDG and Pendles) as has been the case for Geelong for a while and they'd be having a few issues.

 

[Strange Cat]

One thing is for certain, unsurprisingly Collingwood aren't the same team without De Goey. Take their two best midfielders out (JDG and Pendles) as has been the case for Geelong for a while and they'd be having a few issues.

Someone really going to have to step up and replace Guthrie this year

 

[Vdubs]

They are still every chance to win but I'm struggling to see the quality in this Melbourne side. 3 goals in a half against the Gastro/Covid Pies (I forget what virus has actually swept through the squad). They're generally a pretty inefficient side without a potent forward line - but I will commend them on their stat padding against the lower sides, best in the league at laying down the gauntlet in those scenarios.

Collingwood have been in 2nd gear the last few weeks, including today. Will be interesting to see if they decide and are capable of raising their level today as the match goes on.

Once they get in front, they should go on with it, even without their MVP

 

[Vdubs]

Once they get in front, they should go on with it, even without their MVP

We shall see