AFLW Port Adelaide vs Crows - Round 6 @ Adelaide Oval

[RossFC]

 

[Marmozet]

 

[RussellEbertHandball]

This game gives us a good idea how far we are behind the best AFLW side(s).

The bulldogs game was a pretty good test. We lost by 2.7, just couldnt score when we dominated with the wind and I suspect the Bulldogs handled the 35 minute injury break, play for 2 or 3 minutes, then have a 20 minute half time break, better than our young squad did.

A magin of 5 goals or less will be a good sign we are going in the right direction. A 4.6 loss wont be anywhere as good as a 5.0 loss.

Our losses so far have been by;

WC 2.0
WB 2.7
GC 2.2

 

[John the Butcher]

Hahahah are we playing for the Wayne Carey memorial plate? Where's the rolled up $5 note?

 

[radiojake]

that's a shocker

could easily end up in the kitchen in the washup sink if you weren't paying attention

 

[Capital Power]

It'll result in a record number of hand-offs in goal-scoring positions as the players vie for the right not to win it...

 

[TeeKray]

Teams to be released later today. Arnell hinted at a couple of changes. You'd expect De Melo to be one. Not sure who else.

 

[Rexie J]

Hahahah are we playing for the Wayne Carey memorial plate? Where's the rolled up $5 note?
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The engraving would be the most expensive part of that 'trophy'

 

[Alberton Proud]

Free tickets here for RAA Members

https://our.raa.com.au/membership/member-discounts-and-offers/aflw-showdown-tickets

 

[Coobk001]

It's a shame there's such a large discrepancy between squad ability in the AFLW at this stage. Would've been nice to really take it up to them, but we realistically should be thrashed. Best thing to hope for is that we have 2-3 of these amazing burst quarters we've been having all in this one game. Cause it'll take that and more to pinch it.

Agree with the above though, at least we get a good gauge of where we are at. Would've been nice to hit this game without the key injuries we've suffered too.


I'd personally still like to see promotion and relegation and a 2 division structure to the AFLW personally. 8 games, maybe even 16 games against own div, 2x final series. Would really help generate a bit more interest. Top 4 play off in div 1, top 3 play off in div 2. Promote the Div 2 grand finalists, relegate the bottom 2 from div 1.

 

[Ford Fairlane]

Can you guess what the clubs are playing for? (Warning: Spoiler alert in the photo)

 

[Ford Fairlane]

The Showdown 9 inch pizza tray.

 

[Festerz]

Can you guess what the clubs are playing for? (Warning: Spoiler alert in the photo)

Feck me.

I get a better choice of kitchenware when I spend $100 at Coles and flash my Flybuys card.

 

[Marmozet]

OUT: Syme, Teakle, Halfpenny
IN: De Melo, Doumanis (debut), Boag (debut)

Selection: Debutante double for historic Showdown

Defender Ella Boag and forward Tessa Doumanis will make their respective AFLW debuts as the side prepares for the inaugural AFLW Showdown.

www.portadelaidefc.com.au

 

[Marmozet]

I’m glad that Tessa Doumanis gets her chance now.

 

[Marmozet]

Sachi Syme was probably due for a spell but I’m disappointed that Jade Halfpenny is out.

 

[TeeKray]

I’m glad that Tessa Doumanis gets her chance now.

I saw her up close before the season opener, she's another who is very light and skinny. Hopefully she's got some wheels.

 

[Marmozet]

I saw her up close before the season opener, she's another who is very light and skinny. Hopefully she's got some wheels.

I remember her taking a strong contested mark in the practice match against Essendon and converting beautifully on her left foot.

She’s meant to be one of the more skilful ones.

 

[EskimoPAFC]

Thought Sachi had looked better of late. Disappointed she is out.

Miracles happen lets do this

 

[Marmozet]

The girls might really need to stick up for Erin tomorrow tonight.

 

[OneGreatClub]

Umpiring will be interesting to observe

 

[Capital Power]

Umpiring will be interesting to observe

I haven't followed the AFLW until this season, and for me the umpiring is the most disappointing aspect. It doesn't help promote the competition if it leaves fans in bewilderment or despair.

 

[RussellEbertHandball]

The Showdown 9 inch pizza tray.

My first rhought was, is that a 9 inch or 12 inch pizza tray?

 

[Ford Fairlane]

Umpiring will be interesting to observe

If by interesting you mean infuriating then yes.

 

[TeeKray]

I haven't followed the AFLW until this season, and for me the umpiring is the most disappointing aspect. It doesn't help promote the competition if it leaves fans in bewilderment or despair.

You've just got to accept that the umpiring is in a development phase, much like the league itself. It should be better but it's not so we have to learn to live with it for the time being.