Media S37 Rising Star - Congratulations to our winner Pamcake1

[Robertio]

 

[myblueroan]

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[big_icky]

By popular demand, the Rising Star award is back for Season 37. Frederico_WA has passed the torch to the next generation of second year players and we've seen your concerns about the viability of this award. This season, we're shedding the fat and taking it back to its roots - finding the best first year qooty players in the Sweet FA.

The rookie class of Season 37 has been out and about for four weeks now, giving us ample opportunity to spot the early bolters for the Rising Star award. Early in the season it can be difficult for rookies to shine from flanks and pockets but we've managed to find three outstanding nominees for the month of February.

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freo84 (Dragons FFC) ROUND 1 v GCR | Half Back Flank 29 disposals, 16 marks, 138 Dream Team​

HIGHLIGHTS​

1 : 14.35 {lHBF} - freo84 wrestles with Nothing - and wins. Good mark.
1 : 14.39 {lHBF} - Now freo84 has the ball. What can he do with it?.
1 : 14.43 {lHBF} - freo84 dummy's the handpass and then takes a bounce.
1 : 14.45 {lW} - Another bounce taken by freo84.
1 : 14.49 {rHFF} - A flat punt.
1 : 14.53 {rHFF} - Ljp86 outbodies Membling and takes an easy mark in the end.

1 : 23.32 {lHFF} - An underground handpass to Cadsky.
1 : 23.37 {rHFF} - Long handpass to the running Nothing.
1 : 23.38 {rHFF} - Nothing is chased down by freo84 - great effort!.

2 : 5.52 {CHB} - Passes to serial_thrilla by hand.
2 : 5.55 {lHBF} - Sees freo84 out of the corner of his eye.
2 : 5.58 {lHBF} - Ohhh freo84! You beauty! Sensational grab.

Our first nominee is Dragons half back freo84, who dominated across the half back line in a comprehensive win against the Royals. Amidst a massive second-half fightback, the debutant took an incredible sixteen marks - equal sixth in Sweet FA history - and provided plenty of dash off the flank as well with 29 disposals.

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My Cotchin Rules (Sin City Swamprats) ROUND 3 v CIW | Half Forward Flank 17 disposals, 9 marks, 4 goals​

HIGHLIGHTS​

2 : 9.3 {rHFF} - Handpass to space. My Cotchin Rules runs onto it.
2 : 9.34 {rHFF} - @My Cotchin Rules backs himself for a shot on goal.
2 : 9.38 {rHFF} - In the end its an easy goal for My Cotchin Rules.

4 : 10.11 {rHFF} - My Cotchin Rules screaming for the ball - and he is heard.
4 : 10.15 {rHFF} - My Cotchin Rules marks easily.
4 : 10.19 {rHFF} - My Cotchin Rules has possession.
4 : 10.23 {rHFF} - He has time to take a bounce.
4 : 10.3 {rFP} - My Cotchin Rules's taken another bounce.
4 : 10.34 {rFP} - He has another one.
4 : 10.38 {rFP} - @My Cotchin Rules steadies himself and has a shot ....
4 : 10.42 {rFP} - One for the highlight reel. What a goal by My Cotchin Rules.

4 : 24.34 {rHFF} - My Cotchin Rules presents.
4 : 24.38 {rHFF} - At the back is My Cotchin Rules who will take the mark.
4 : 24.43 {rHFF} - My Cotchin Rules slowing down the play.
4 : 24.47 {rHFF} - @My Cotchin Rules has a ping.
4 : 24.51 {rHFF} - It's a goal to My Cotchin Rules.

The next cab off the rank is Swamprats forward My Cotchin Rules who was slow to get started in their club's win over a wayward Warriors but ended up leading all comers with four goals. MCR's third goal, ten minutes into the fourth quarter, was an instant classic after taking three bounces and then steadying to put the result out of reach for their opponents.

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Pamcake1 (West Coast Wonders) ROUND 3 v DEM | Wing 33 disposals, 3 goals, 123 Dream Team​

HIGHLIGHTS​

1 : 3.27 {rW} - A wild handball - but luckily @Pamcake1 was well placed to clean up.
1 : 3.27 {rW} - Long shot at goal from Pamcake1.
1 : 3.27 {rW} - This will be - and is - a goal to Pamcake1.

2 : 11.25 {rW} - The bounce favours Pamcake1 and he is off and running.
2 : 11.3 - <<< Headless is coming on to replace moginie >>>
2 : 11.36 {rW} - Pamcake1 scoops up the ball.
2 : 11.4 {rW} - This will bring the house down if it goes through.
2 : 11.44 {rW} - It's a goal. @Pamcake1 has 3.

4 : 13.53 {lW} - He transfers play using Pamcake1.
4 : 13.58 {lW} - Pamcake1 sits on the head of sante! Great mark.
4 : 14.02 {lW} - With the ball is Pamcake1.

Pamcake1 has had a couple of nomination-worthy performances already this season but they got the nod for their participation in the Round 3 bloodbath against the Demons. The plucky winger was everywhere with 33 disposals and kicked 3 goals in the first half to help secure the Foundation Cup.

 

[myblueroan]

Huge congrats Pammy, you star!️

 

[myblueroan]

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Please excuse Robertio everyone.
He's like one of those proud parents who write the annual letter about 'little Egore or Frinella who just got into uni at the age of 3!!! And are excelling at accordian, latin and philatelics.

 

[serial_thrilla]

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By popular demand, the Rising Star award is back for Season 37. Frederico_WA has passed the torch to the next generation of second year players and we've seen your concerns about the viability of this award. This season, we're shedding the fat and taking it back to its roots - finding the best first year qooty players in the Sweet FA.

The rookie class of Season 37 has been out and about for four weeks now, giving us ample opportunity to spot the early bolters for the Rising Star award. Early in the season it can be difficult for rookies to shine from flanks and pockets but we've managed to find three outstanding nominees for the month of February.

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freo84 (Dragons FFC) ROUND 1 v GCR | Half Back Flank 29 disposals, 16 marks, 138 Dream Team​

HIGHLIGHTS​

Our first nominee is Dragons half back freo84, who dominated across the half back line in a comprehensive win against the Royals. Amidst a massive second-half fightback, the debutant took an incredible sixteen marks - equal sixth in Sweet FA history - and provided plenty of dash off the flank as well with 29 disposals.

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My Cotchin Rules (Sin City Swamprats) ROUND 3 v CIW | Half Forward Flank 17 disposals, 9 marks, 4 goals​

HIGHLIGHTS​

The next cab off the rank is Swamprats forward My Cotchin Rules who was slow to get started in their club's win over a wayward Warriors but ended up leading all comers with four goals. MCR's third goal, ten minutes into the fourth quarter, was an instant classic after taking three bounces and then steadying to put the result out of reach for their opponents.

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Pamcake1 (West Coast Wonders) ROUND 3 v DEM | Wing 33 disposals, 3 goals, 123 Dream Team​

HIGHLIGHTS​

Pamcake1 has had a couple of nomination-worthy performances already this season but they got the nod for their participation in the Round 3 bloodbath against the Demons. The plucky winger was everywhere with 33 disposals and kicked 3 goals in the first half to help secure the Foundation Cup.

Congrats freo84!

 

[damicky]

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My Cotchin Rules (Sin City Swamprats) ROUND 3 v CIW | Half Forward Flank 17 disposals, 9 marks, 4 goals​

HIGHLIGHTS​

The next cab off the rank is Swamprats forward My Cotchin Rules who was slow to get started in their club's win over a wayward Warriors but ended up leading all comers with four goals. MCR's third goal, ten minutes into the fourth quarter, was an instant classic after taking three bounces and then steadying to put the result out of reach for their opponents.

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My Cotchin Rules

 

[BloodySwan]

What are the odds for My Cotchin Rules winning? I'll take out a new mortgage

 

[Gralin]

I've just finished up at DJ RonnieRaven 's after after after after party of the S36 Rising Star.

Glad to see Ocha905, Gralin, big_icky & co organising early. Shows the calibre of last seasons group!

This is all big_icky mate, extremely organised they are

 

[Greenery]

Looking forward to the interviews

 

[BigChippa52]

just kicked 23 goals, 80 kicks, 75 marks, 50 tackles, 40 clearances and 100 disposals against the bye
surely this is my week

 

[big_icky]

After three plucky rookies secured nominations for February, the Rising Star team sat down with them and their captains to talk about their first month in the Sweet FA.

	Nomination #1 - freo84 and their skipper Greenery​
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​	Welcome to the Rising Star freo84 and congratulations on picking up a nomination for this month. How are you feeling after four weeks in the league?
​	Been a lot of fun so far in the forums and reading all the banter and getting to know how it all works.
​	You starred on debut with 29 disposals and 16 marks in a big win for the Dragons. Did you expect things to be so easy straight off the bat?
​	No Not at all. My last 3 weeks have been a reality check as I've been pretty terrible. But ill always have my first game to lean on.
​	Greenery, the Dragons have brought in a couple of rookies this season, but what has made freo84 stand out on the qooty field?
​	I have been too busy single handedly carrying the team as both ruck rover and captain. Please send any enquiries to serial_thrilla.
​	Finally back to freo84 - anything you're still hoping to learn about early in your Sweet FA career?
​	Sweet FA appears to have a deep history and I'd like to learn more it. Seems like there's some fierce rivalries going on with the different clubs.

	Nomination #2 - My Cotchin Rules and their skipper jackster83 ​
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​	Welcome to the Rising Star My Cotchin Rules and congratulations on picking up a nomination for this month. How are you settling into the Sweet FA?
	I have settled in well. At first it was difficult to get my head around the whole concept of it, but Damicky, the captain & co have been great role models to learn off and I'm sure my banter will increase as the season grows.
	It took you a couple of weeks to get going, but you exploded in Round 3 with a four goal performance against the Warriors that earned you the nomination. Do you feel like there's more where that came from now you've found your feet?
	Definitely feel there is another level to my game. I have hit to scoreboard every game, albiet a few too many minor scores. However, I'm getting alot of looks at goal, so I'm confident I can turn those opportunities into damaging scores for the team.
	You're the only rookie at the club this season, is there some pressure to succeed around your experienced teammates?
	I wouldn't say I'm feeling pressure to succeed, but I do want to prove that I can be a great addition to the team & payback the trust the recruiters had in me after next to zero exposure to Sweet FA.
	And lastly one for your skipper - MCR has shown some aptitude for goalkicking from a half forward flank, but the best players don't stay there for long. Could there be a move to the full forward line or back to the midfield in the future for this intrepid rookie?
	I'm definitely open to moving him into a more prominent role in the future. FF might be a problem though as the last time I tried moving the incumbent, I received death threats, had my home repeatedly firebombed and was repeatedly spam messaged with a certain poster's CV. CHF is a possibility, but for now we're happy having him learn from two masters of the trade in GremioPower and Ant Bear.

	Nomination #3 - Pamcake1 and their skipper AnUltimateRessie ​
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​	Welcome to the Rising Star Pamcake1 and congratulations on picking up a nomination for this month. How are you settling into the Sweet FA?
​	The Wonders have signed a lot of rookies this season, a few clubs have none but West Coast boasts five. AnUltimateRessie, how is the vibe around the club with Pamcake1 and their teammates assimilating into the team?
​	The Wonders have signed a lot of rookies this season, a few clubs have none but West Coast boasts five. AnUltimateRessie, how is the vibe around the club with Pamcake1 and their teammates assimilating into the team?
​	Rookie recruitment was the clear number one priority when I took the captains mantle and it has been going swimmingly. Pamcake1 has been great to have around a brings a lot to the culture and game style of the Wonders and has already even got under the skin of a team! She is a true SFA player now! BigChippa52 and BFew are another two fantastic rookies that are jumping straight into the action and ensuring that the future is bright at the Wonders while Oisin_the_Goat and dino_67 have done well to begin to find their place in the league.
​	Pamcake1, you're an early frontrunner for the Rising Star so far thanks to a couple of top performances, including 33 touches and 3 goals in the Foundation Cup game. What's been the secret of your success?
​	No big secret here, just showing up and enjoying the game and again that's so easy with this great team. With this teams 'joie de vie' and their encouragement, it's not that hard to shine. I am blessed, they make playing Quooty a lot of fun. Aside from all that, I'm inspired by the special music fitness program at the club, off field humour support and the legends of the game that I'm playing with. I hope I can continue putting in for the team and improving on this early start with an eye on the big prize at the end.
​	To wrap up, who amongst your rookie teammates do you think will be next to get a nomination for the Rising Star?
​	I'd nominate BigChippa52 as the rising star in the team for his big hearted efforts, on and off-field enthusiasim and love of the game.

 

[serial_thrilla]

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After three plucky rookies secured nominations for February, the Rising Star team sat down with them and their captains to talk about their first month in the Sweet FA.

	Nomination #1 - freo84 and their skipper Greenery​
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View attachment 1929365​	Welcome to the Rising Star freo84 and congratulations on picking up a nomination for this month. How are you feeling after four weeks in the league?
View attachment 1929360​	Been a lot of fun so far in the forums and reading all the banter and getting to know how it all works.
View attachment 1929365​	You starred on debut with 29 disposals and 16 marks in a big win for the Dragons. Did you expect things to be so easy straight off the bat?
View attachment 1929360​	No Not at all. My last 3 weeks have been a reality check as I've been pretty terrible. But ill always have my first game to lean on.
View attachment 1929365​	Greenery, the Dragons have brought in a couple of rookies this season, but what has made freo84 stand out on the qooty field?
View attachment 1929369​	I have been too busy single handedly carrying the team as both ruck rover and captain. Please send any enquiries to serial_thrilla.
View attachment 1929365​	Finally back to freo84 - anything you're still hoping to learn about early in your Sweet FA career?
View attachment 1929360​	Sweet FA appears to have a deep history and I'd like to learn more it. Seems like there's some fierce rivalries going on with the different clubs.

	Nomination #2 - My Cotchin Rules and their skipper jackster83 ​
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View attachment 1929365​	Welcome to the Rising Star My Cotchin Rules and congratulations on picking up a nomination for this month. How are you settling into the Sweet FA?
View attachment 1929382	I have settled in well. At first it was difficult to get my head around the whole concept of it, but Damicky, the captain & co have been great role models to learn off and I'm sure my banter will increase as the season grows.
View attachment 1929365	It took you a couple of weeks to get going, but you exploded in Round 3 with a four goal performance against the Warriors that earned you the nomination. Do you feel like there's more where that came from now you've found your feet?
View attachment 1929382	Definitely feel there is another level to my game. I have hit to scoreboard every game, albiet a few too many minor scores. However, I'm getting alot of looks at goal, so I'm confident I can turn those opportunities into damaging scores for the team.
View attachment 1929365	You're the only rookie at the club this season, is there some pressure to succeed around your experienced teammates?
View attachment 1929382	I wouldn't say I'm feeling pressure to succeed, but I do want to prove that I can be a great addition to the team & payback the trust the recruiters had in me after next to zero exposure to Sweet FA.
View attachment 1929365	And lastly one for your skipper - MCR has shown some aptitude for goalkicking from a half forward flank, but the best players don't stay there for long. Could there be a move to the full forward line or back to the midfield in the future for this intrepid rookie?
View attachment 1929381	I'm definitely open to moving him into a more prominent role in the future. FF might be a problem though as the last time I tried moving the incumbent, I received death threats, had my home repeatedly firebombed and was repeatedly spam messaged with a certain poster's CV. CHF is a possibility, but for now we're happy having him learn from two masters of the trade in GremioPower and Ant Bear.

	Nomination #3 - Pamcake1 and their skipper AnUltimateRessie ​
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View attachment 1929365​	Welcome to the Rising Star Pamcake1 and congratulations on picking up a nomination for this month. How are you settling into the Sweet FA?
View attachment 1929392​	The Wonders have signed a lot of rookies this season, a few clubs have none but West Coast boasts five. AnUltimateRessie, how is the vibe around the club with Pamcake1 and their teammates assimilating into the team?
View attachment 1929365​	The Wonders have signed a lot of rookies this season, a few clubs have none but West Coast boasts five. AnUltimateRessie, how is the vibe around the club with Pamcake1 and their teammates assimilating into the team?
View attachment 1929391​	Rookie recruitment was the clear number one priority when I took the captains mantle and it has been going swimmingly. Pamcake1 has been great to have around a brings a lot to the culture and game style of the Wonders and has already even got under the skin of a team! She is a true SFA player now! BigChippa52 and BFew are another two fantastic rookies that are jumping straight into the action and ensuring that the future is bright at the Wonders while Oisin_the_Goat and dino_67 have done well to begin to find their place in the league.
View attachment 1929365​	Pamcake1, you're an early frontrunner for the Rising Star so far thanks to a couple of top performances, including 33 touches and 3 goals in the Foundation Cup game. What's been the secret of your success?
View attachment 1929392​	No big secret here, just showing up and enjoying the game and again that's so easy with this great team. With this teams 'joie de vie' and their encouragement, it's not that hard to shine. I am blessed, they make playing Quooty a lot of fun. Aside from all that, I'm inspired by the special music fitness program at the club, off field humour support and the legends of the game that I'm playing with. I hope I can continue putting in for the team and improving on this early start with an eye on the big prize at the end.
View attachment 1929365​	To wrap up, who amongst your rookie teammates do you think will be next to get a nomination for the Rising Star?
View attachment 1929392​	I'd nominate BigChippa52 as the rising star in the team for his big hearted efforts, on and off-field enthusiasim and love of the game.

damicky as a role model? My Cotchin Rules is handicapped from the get go.

 

[damicky]

damicky as a role model? My Cotchin Rules is handicapped from the get go.

Lucky we are welcoming of all body types & abilities in the Sweet FA

 

[BigChippa52]

Lucky we are welcoming of all body types & abilities in the Sweet FA

even me who instead of being 60% water is 60% mug root beer instead

 

[big_icky]

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By popular demand, the Rising Star award is back for Season 37. Frederico_WA has passed the torch to the next generation of second year players and we've seen your concerns about the viability of this award. This season, we're shedding the fat and taking it back to its roots - finding the best first year qooty players in the Sweet FA.

Our rookies have begun to get settled into their roles after two months in the league, and we are seeing the cream rise to the top. Across five weeks we've identified another three outstanding first-year players who have now put their hat in the ring to be named the Season 37 Rising Star.

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BigChippa52 (West Coast Wonders) ROUND 7 v ESH | Centre 27 disposals, 9 marks, 108 Dream Team​

HIGHLIGHTS​

2 : 22.37 {C} - vanders and BigChippa52 jostle for position.
2 : 22.42 {C} - vanders can't take it.
2 : 22.43 {C} - Taking the ball is BigChippa52.
2 : 22.47 {C} - BigChippa52 sells the dummy and helps himself to a bounce.

3 : 6.49 {C} - BigChippa52 screaming for the ball - and he is heard.
3 : 6.52 {C} - BigChippa52 too strong for Biggie.
3 : 6.55 {C} - BigChippa52 to send the ball forward.

3 : 17.46 {C} - A mongrel punt in the direction of BigChippa52.
3 : 17.49 {C} - BigChippa52 FROM THE HEAVENS. What a hanger.

The Wonders' enthusiastic midfielder has joined their teammate Pamcake1 in nabbing one of the 12 available nominations after arguably the best rookie performance for the month of March. In a high-scoring and close game against the Hawks, Chippa was everywhere and recorded a handy stat line of 27 disposals, 9 marks and 4 tackles.

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Paracleet (Coney Island Warriors) ROUND 7 v FUR | Interchange/Ruck 16 hitouts, 20 disposals, 79 Dream Team​

HIGHLIGHTS​

2 : 18.34 {C} - Textbook ruckwork from Paracleet.
2 : 18.4 {lW} - Stokey with all the time in the world.

3 : 21.46 {lHFF} - He handpasses to Paracleet.
3 : 21.5 {lHFF} - Paracleet loves a shot at goal.
3 : 21.52 {lHFF} - Was it touched? Goal umpire says no!.

3 : 22.52 {C} - Paracleet wins the hitout unopposed.
3 : 22.58 {lW} - Now Stokey has the ball. What can he do with it?.
3 : 23.02 {lW} - Paracleet runs past and takes the handpass.

Warriors captain Tonga Bob was left scratching his head a little when he was dragged after 16 minutes for one of his rookies but Paracleet rose to the occasion despite the Furies winning comfortably on the day. He finished with a great statline of 16 hitouts and 20 disposals in 83% gametime - comfortably besting NaturalDisaster in the ruck duels.

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myblueroan (Ophidian Old Boys) ROUND 8 v FUR | Forward Pocket 6 disposals, 4 goals, 2 behinds​

HIGHLIGHTS​

1 : 5.31 {lFP} - myblueroan picks it up on the bounce.
1 : 5.35 {lFP} - A quick snap from myblueroan.
1 : 5.37 {lFP} - That's a very important six points.

1 : 17.45 {lFP} - Long raking kick in the direction of myblueroan.
1 : 17.46 {lFP} - No mark taken as myblueroan and Sab22 wrestle for position.
1 : 17.51 {lFP} - Not enough pressure on myblueroan.
1 : 17.55 {lFP} - A snap at goal ....
1 : 17.59 {lFP} - Hard work pays off for myblueroan. It pays six points.

4 : 22.33 {lFP} - The Cryptkeeper will take this. No - he's dropped it.
4 : 22.37 {lFP} - myblueroan streaming down the ground.
4 : 22.41 {lFP} - Not a lot of daylight for myblueroan to aim at.
4 : 22.43 {lFP} - And myblueroan doesn't disappoint us.

It can be tough work toiling away in a forward pocket but myblueroan had her moment in the Old Boys' big win over the Furies. She kicked two snags amidst the first quarter onslaught, another in the second, and then wrapped up proceedings with a sharpshooting effort, the final goal of the game and her fourth.

 

[AnUltimateRessie]

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By popular demand, the Rising Star award is back for Season 37. Frederico_WA has passed the torch to the next generation of second year players and we've seen your concerns about the viability of this award. This season, we're shedding the fat and taking it back to its roots - finding the best first year qooty players in the Sweet FA.

Our rookies have begun to get settled into their roles after two months in the league, and we are seeing the cream rise to the top. Across five weeks we've identified another three outstanding first-year players who have now put their hat in the ring to be named the Season 37 Rising Star.

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BigChippa52 (West Coast Wonders) ROUND 7 v ESH | Centre 27 disposals, 9 marks, 108 Dream Team​

HIGHLIGHTS​

The Wonders' enthusiastic midfielder has joined their teammate Pamcake1 in nabbing one of the 12 available nominations after arguably the best rookie performance for the month of March. In a high-scoring and close game against the Hawks, Chippa was everywhere and recorded a handy stat line of 27 disposals, 9 marks and 4 tackles.

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Paracleet (Coney Island Warriors) ROUND 7 v FUR | Interchange/Ruck 16 hitouts, 20 disposals, 79 Dream Team​

HIGHLIGHTS​

Warriors captain Tonga Bob was left scratching his head a little when he was dragged after 16 minutes for one of his rookies but Paracleet rose to the occasion despite the Furies winning comfortably on the day. He finished with a great statline of 16 hitouts and 20 disposals in 83% gametime - comfortably besting NaturalDisaster in the ruck duels.

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myblueroan (Ophidian Old Boys) ROUND 8 v FUR | Forward Pocket 6 disposals, 4 goals, 2 behinds​

HIGHLIGHTS​

It can be tough work toiling away in a forward pocket but myblueroan had her moment in the Old Boys' big win over the Furies. She kicked two snags amidst the first quarter onslaught, another in the second, and then wrapped up proceedings with a sharpshooting effort, the final goal of the game and her fourth.

There you go BigChippa52 !!!

 

[Paracleet]

Unaccustomed to public speaking as I am..

 

[BigChippa52]

 

[Pamcake1]

Congratulations to BigChippa52 the Wonderboy fueled by root beer and Steely Dan tunes.
Congratulations to myblueroan the OOB's not so secret weapon of note, inspired by Mr ED and apples.
Congratulations to Paracleet too the undercover furry that I don't recall meeting yet.

Well done you lot, looking forward to seeing you all on the field of dreams after your press commitments are done.

 

[myblueroan]

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By popular demand, the Rising Star award is back for Season 37. Frederico_WA has passed the torch to the next generation of second year players and we've seen your concerns about the viability of this award. This season, we're shedding the fat and taking it back to its roots - finding the best first year qooty players in the Sweet FA.

Our rookies have begun to get settled into their roles after two months in the league, and we are seeing the cream rise to the top. Across five weeks we've identified another three outstanding first-year players who have now put their hat in the ring to be named the Season 37 Rising Star.

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BigChippa52 (West Coast Wonders) ROUND 7 v ESH | Centre 27 disposals, 9 marks, 108 Dream Team​

HIGHLIGHTS​

The Wonders' enthusiastic midfielder has joined their teammate Pamcake1 in nabbing one of the 12 available nominations after arguably the best rookie performance for the month of March. In a high-scoring and close game against the Hawks, Chippa was everywhere and recorded a handy stat line of 27 disposals, 9 marks and 4 tackles.

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Paracleet (Coney Island Warriors) ROUND 7 v FUR | Interchange/Ruck 16 hitouts, 20 disposals, 79 Dream Team​

HIGHLIGHTS​

Warriors captain Tonga Bob was left scratching his head a little when he was dragged after 16 minutes for one of his rookies but Paracleet rose to the occasion despite the Furies winning comfortably on the day. He finished with a great statline of 16 hitouts and 20 disposals in 83% gametime - comfortably besting NaturalDisaster in the ruck duels.

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myblueroan (Ophidian Old Boys) ROUND 8 v FUR | Forward Pocket 6 disposals, 4 goals, 2 behinds​

HIGHLIGHTS​

It can be tough work toiling away in a forward pocket but myblueroan had her moment in the Old Boys' big win over the Furies. She kicked two snags amidst the first quarter onslaught, another in the second, and then wrapped up proceedings with a sharpshooting effort, the final goal of the game and her fourth.

What an honour for this little blue horse.
and among such esteemed newbie talent. I'm truly flabberbasted. Thanks Icky! Thanks MWWP for raking thru commentary. Thanks to my fabulous OOB team who make me look good.

 

[GWS Goose]

Half hearted is better than nothing I guess.

Keep the stats for when I decide to take this thing over and do it properly

 

[big_icky]

Half hearted is better than nothing I guess.

Keep the stats for when I decide to take this thing over and do it properly

I was warned about you and took the liberty of filing a restraining order, you're not to come within 100 metres of myself or any nominated rookie.

 

[big_icky]

Once again we sat down with three two of our latest nominees to see how life in the Sweet FA is going.

Nomination #1 - BigChippa52 (Wonders) and their skipper AnUltimateRessie (again)​

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RS: BigChippa52, you've been chomping at the bit to pick up a nomination-worthy performance and you've finally managed it in Round 7 with 27 disposals. Has the allure of the Rising Star award driven you further this season?

BC: yeh I just want to keep having fun with my teammates and seeing what i can do for this club that gave me a chance and introduced me to sweetfa, it's been a big motivator to try new things around the field

RS: You've got a number of rookie teammates including March nominee Pamcake1, who correctly picked you to follow in her footsteps. How have you enjoyed bouncing off the other newcombers?

BC: all the newcomers are great at building a great social culture in match threads and around the club, the club looks more social and positive past the cheese era

RS: Holding down a midfield spot in your first year can be difficult, but you seem to have taken to it well. Did you have to pick up any pointers from more experienced heads around the club

BC: not really just going out each week and having fun in the threads, been great been moved to the backline which is good to give a go, but being in the fwd line and midfield was great

RS: AnUltimateRessie, you've already had a chat with the Rising Star previously and here we are again. There's 6 nominations left, do you think any other Wonders can fill one or two of those remaining spots?

AU: Pamcake1 and BigChippa52 already being nominated are a fantastic look into what the future holds at the Wonders FFC. BFew has recently been moved into the centre and had 24 disposals, 2 goals and even had a pinch hit in the ruck. So if one of the three other rookies are to take a nomination, BFew would be next.

Nomination #2 - Paracleet (Warriors) and their skipper Tonga Bob​

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RS: Unfortunately Paracleet was unavailable for comment, but we did manage to grab a quick word with his captain, Tonga Bob. Bit of an egg-on-face moment getting personally dragged for a rookie that you named on the bench! Was there any retribution on the training track that week?

TB: Yeah look coach The Donald is a well known prankster, and has been an absolute menace this season by throwing names around the ground willy nilly during matches. As for retribution, there was nothing more than what rookies do normally at Coney Island (the Whore Tree has never been cleaner) but I did get Snuffaluphagus to sit next to Paracleet on the bench for the past couple of games and boy can that fella talk!

Nomination #3: myblueroan (Old Boys) and their skipper Tigerturbulance​

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RS: Tigerturbulance, the Old Boys have picked up a trio of rookies for S37 to add to a strong posting contingent. How has myblueroan in particular settled in the clubrooms?

TT: myblueroan trotted into Spotswood with head held high and mane flowing looking everything like the quality equine they have proven themselves to be. Like all rookies you are never sure how they will preform on the big qooty stage. The coaching staff were immediately excited when they saw at the pre-season training myblueroan could kick off all four hoofs and so earnt themselves a position at forward pocket. In their first game MBR kicked 2 qoals on their first appearance followed by an incredible 5 qoals in their second game. MBR is now a team favourite who adds something different to our diverse team makeup and is set to be a crowd favorite over the next few seasons.

RS: The forward pocket can be a desolate and unforgiving place in the Sweet FA, what's your mentality like myblueroan when there's sometimes a chance you won't get near the ball for two hours on a Sunday?

MB: Well dear Icky, What I like to do when the ball is always somewhere else, is have a good nip at the grass around me, or at my opponent. Sometimes I trot over to my mate Fleabane, and we catch up on the week's events. If we get really bored, Fleabane jumps up and we go for a walk looking for snacks.

RS: You certainly starred in Round 8 with a four goal showing against the Furies. How did it feel to put it all together in a big win?

MB: Round 8? Geez, I can't even remember last night. But if goals were scored, that's all down to my great mates at OOB. They make me look good. We love to celebrate a good win.

RS: Who amongst your rookie teammates do you think is a good chance to pick up one of the six remaining nominations?

MB: My rookie team mates? Well they are both splendid chaps and very talented. Either of them would be a worthy nom.

 

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This is good stuff.
I didn't read it, but it will be helpful when I take this thing over in a few weeks