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The Eagles would have been disappointed with their round 20 form but the task ahead of them this week isn't any easier.

The Bulldogs continue to show why they are the pace-setters of the league and it would be a big upset if they were to lose to the Eagles this week. I think Centrals will win by just over 5 goals.

We don't travel well at Woodville, at the start of the year, I put this down as a loss, still think so too. More bloody injuries don't help, either.

CENTURION wrote:We don't travel well at Woodville, at the start of the year, I put this down as a loss, still think so too. More bloody injuries don't help, either.

yep yep,

Was there any injuries to come out of the Port Adelaide game, could possibly have Gowans x2, Switala, Schell, Gunston and Spurr back from injury. Not sure about Sutherlands availability but have a feeling he has to play for Berri again this weekend.

I think this game will be extremly tight and wont be decided until the last 5 minutes of the game.

whufc wrote:I think this game will be extremly tight and wont be decided until the last 5 minutes of the game.

With Simon Arnott to kick the mach winning goal on the siren for the Dogs

The Fortress has been penetrated so doggies to win easily - 7 goals

With a better skill level in front of goal this weekend I think we can be very competitive. In the main most of the games we play against the doggies are fairly tough, hard fought and close encounters. I don't expect this to be any different. I think the dogs will win but by under 4 goals.

I read elsewhere that Central haven't won at Woodville for 5 years

That's a long time between drinks for the Dogs, reakon that might change this weekend, just.

Big Phil wrote:

whufc wrote:I think this game will be extremly tight and wont be decided until the last 5 minutes of the game.

With Simon Arnott to kick the mach winning goal on the siren for the Dogs

If i remember correctly, that was the only time of the match that we were ahead too. Happy days!

Big Phil wrote:I read elsewhere that Central haven't won at Woodville for 5 years

That's a long time between drinks for the Dogs, reakon that might chance this weekend, just.

yes, that was the game where big Lindsay, at half time, kicked the ball into the man on the mark whilst standing about 10 metres out, dead in front. Apart from that, can't remember winning there for ages.

CENTURION wrote:

Big Phil wrote:I read elsewhere that Central haven't won at Woodville for 5 years

That's a long time between drinks for the Dogs, reakon that might change this weekend, just.

yes, that was the game where big Lindsay, at half time, kicked the ball into the man on the mark whilst standing about 10 metres out, dead in front. Apart from that, can't remember winning there for ages.

And there have been a few pumpings that the Eagles have handed the Dogs in recent seasons at this venue...

Big Phil wrote:

CENTURION wrote:

Big Phil wrote:I read elsewhere that Central haven't won at Woodville for 5 years

That's a long time between drinks for the Dogs, reakon that might change this weekend, just.

yes, that was the game where big Lindsay, at half time, kicked the ball into the man on the mark whilst standing about 10 metres out, dead in front. Apart from that, can't remember winning there for ages.

And there have been a few pumpings that the Eagles have handed the Dogs in recent seasons at this venue...

Besides the 84 point pummmelling in 2008, most games at Woodville have been relatively tight - last year we lost by 17, 2006 we lost by 24, 2004 we lost by 6 (we didn't play at Woodville in 2007), we won at Woodville from 2000-2003 (2003 was the game Centrals kept the Eagles scoreless after half time) and 2005.

Brucetiki wrote:

Big Phil wrote:

CENTURION wrote:

Big Phil wrote:I read elsewhere that Central haven't won at Woodville for 5 years

That's a long time between drinks for the Dogs, reakon that might change this weekend, just.

yes, that was the game where big Lindsay, at half time, kicked the ball into the man on the mark whilst standing about 10 metres out, dead in front. Apart from that, can't remember winning there for ages.

And there have been a few pumpings that the Eagles have handed the Dogs in recent seasons at this venue...

Besides the 84 point pummmelling in 2008, most games at Woodville have been relatively tight - last year we lost by 17, 2006 we lost by 24, 2004 we lost by 6 (we didn't play at Woodville in 2007), we won at Woodville from 2000-2003 (2003 was the game Centrals kept the Eagles scoreless after half time) and 2005.

IIRC in those two games we played terrible and never really looked like winning despite the score being relatively tight.

Would be disappointed if we don't show a really strong effort the next two weeks at grounds we have struggled at, personally i think we will drop at least one of these games.

I expect the dogs will be loathe to drop a game at this time of year, especially to any potential finals rival. Dogs should win by 2-3 goals. Hopefully we start to get some idea of what the side we want to play in the finals looks like over the next few weeks with some guys coming back. I doubt we've had a more disruptive season for a while with all the blokes coming in and out this year. Thankfully it hasn't hurt us to date, but I still don't think you want to be changing too much this late in the season.

Will be interesting to see who makes way should Schell, Gowans, Gowans, Gunston, Callinan and Switala be available for selection. Especially with Barmby playing a really good game on Saturday. Would be hard to drop him after that game.

I think the Eagles would have been pretty disappointed with their effort against the Bays. I feel they will come out with something to prove, that they can defeat a side above them. We have a good record in recent years at Woodville against CD and feel we can win or at worst, have a close loss.

Eagles came out fired up against Norwood and got over run. Same against Glenelg and with poor kicking, got over run. The Eagles seem to play fairly consistently, winning games against teams lower on the ladder and losing games against teams higher on the ladder. Not thrashing teams and not getting thrashed.

A win here would give much needed confidence to a team that just looks middle of the road at the moment. With a good run of injuries and the refresher of two weeks off not long ago, there is no excuse for the Eagles not to perform.

Unfortunately I think this game will just confirm we are a fair way off being better than middle of the road.

The Eagles look set to be boosted with Nathan Bock playing for them after he was effectively dismissed from the Adelaide Crows after announcing he has signed with the Gold Coast.

Mind you this is coming from Footy Classified

Brucetiki wrote:The Eagles look set to be boosted with Nathan Bock playing for them after he was effectively dismissed from the Adelaide Crows after announcing he has signed with the Gold Coast.

Mind you this is coming from Footy Classified

Nathan was playing on the GF in 2004 and had no impact at all. It's interesting how AFL players come back and usually don't do much.

Woody Oval was the scene of the most amazing win I can remember, when we held the hybrids scoreless after half time to come from miles behind and win in 2003.

I still remember the stunned silence as I walked past the cheer squad after the game.

CENTURION wrote:

Big Phil wrote:I read elsewhere that Central haven't won at Woodville for 5 years

That's a long time between drinks for the Dogs, reakon that might chance this weekend, just.

yes, that was the game where big Lindsay, at half time, kicked the ball into the man on the mark whilst standing about 10 metres out, dead in front. Apart from that, can't remember winning there for ages.

I think it was also the game, Nathan Steinberner popped his shoulder, chased the ball picked it up with one hand and cleared it downfield. He then ran off to have his shoulder put back in its socket. Tough leader.

EAGLES SECURING JUNIOR VOTE
Kids Day Call Up For Saturday’s Big Bulldog Battle

As Woodville- West Torrens prepare for Saturday’s critical clash at Woodville Oval against league leading Central District they are seeking supporter re-enforcements by holding their 2010 EAGLES KIDS DAY.

Kids Day Activities include;

- Pre-Game Kids Parade

- Starts at the end of the reserves game the parade goes around Woodville Oval and forms a guard of honour when the league teams run out.

- All clubs and schools in the Eagles metro zone have been invited to attend with prizes for the largest and most colourful group involved.

- All kids (inc Central supporters and parents) are welcome to be involved. (Need to meet behind Southern Goals by 1.40pm

- All junior participants will receive a free Vili’s donut and Eagles goody bag.


- Jumping Castle & Face Painting

- Always a favourite for the young and young at heart.


- E-ZONE

- A special reserved area for junior Eagle Members & familes to enjoy the footy

- There will be giveaways of ‘screamer streamers’, “cardboard clappers” and tribal war paint” through the day.


- Centro Arndale Kick For Goal

- $600 cash up for grabs as the contestant has a kick for goal at half time.


- Free Junior Membership

- Those Under 13 are invited to sign up as a FREE Macka’s Pack Member (named after captain Mark McKenzie)

- As a Kids Day Special those junior members can pick up a 2010 Eagle Members Scarf for just $5. (Scarves part of Adult membership)

- Also those who have attended at least 6 home games this season can enter the draw to win a Nintendo Wii (to be drawn at last home game.)


Saturday’s Eagles Kids Day is part of a series of initiative’s, undertaken by the Eagles, to grow it’s long term supporter base.

EAGLES KIDS DAY : EAGLES V CENTRAL
Saturday August 21st @ Woodville Oval
Reserves 11.25, Kids Day Parade 1.45pm, League 2.10pm
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See this is the sort of stuff that will ensure the long term viability of the SANFL. Don't need relocation of clubs you need clubs to embrace what they got in their zone and work it. Hmm now where did PhilH work as marketng manager, another great decision by South hey Soj???

10/10 to PhilH and the Eagles with this.