HFL Division 1 (Central)

[Amateur Footy]

I would also suggest that the cash spent these days does nothing for the professionalism of the competition. It means there are some hard working comittee members fundraising for the $$$.

I don't believe the standard of football would be any different to 10, 20 or 30 years ago, but I reckon the blokes enjoyed themselves more in days gone by when the cash wasn't around.

Will be very intersting to see if the current 'financial crisis' has any impact on clubs profits....particularly through less bar takings. Could mean some tighter budgets for recruiting...perhaps not this year, but next.

[thunderchild]

I would also suggest that the cash spent these days does nothing for the professionalism of the competition. It means there are some hard working comittee members fundraising for the $$$.

I don't believe the standard of football would be any different to 10, 20 or 30 years ago, but I reckon the blokes enjoyed themselves more in days gone by when the cash wasn't around.

Will be very intersting to see if the current 'financial crisis' has any impact on clubs profits....particularly through less bar takings. Could mean some tighter budgets for recruiting...perhaps not this year, but next.

but then again with the financial crisis the way it is i wonder if players are going to be more demanding with $$$ - eaither way it could work pros and cons for each football club wanting to succeed - i just hope that the supporters keep on comming and the level of the hills comp continues to rise

[Shanty Lad]

the paperwork has been done and matt bateman has left bridgewater next season. He is keeping in mind a return at a later date however.

[Newman]

the paperwork has been done and matt bateman has left bridgewater next season. He is keeping in mind a return at a later date however.

Cant say I'm at all surprised shanty, when the going gets tough he takes the easy option and jumps ship and goes to another club, sounds just like his footy this season this year.

[tedbullpit]

the paperwork has been done and matt bateman has left bridgewater next season. He is keeping in mind a return at a later date however.

Cant say I'm at all surprised shanty, when the going gets tough he takes the easy option and jumps ship and goes to another club, sounds just like his footy this season this year.

Agree Newman, Bateman is the biggest hack in the hills. Would not play A grade at any other club in Central Division except Lobethal. Sounds like the club is better off without the likes of him.

[Howard]

the paperwork has been done and matt bateman has left bridgewater next season. He is keeping in mind a return at a later date however.

Cant say I'm at all surprised shanty, when the going gets tough he takes the easy option and jumps ship and goes to another club, sounds just like his footy this season this year.

Agree Newman, Bateman is the biggest hack in the hills. Would not play A grade at any other club in Central Division except Lobethal. Sounds like the club is better off without the likes of him.

Too harsh Ted, Matt has been a loyal servant for the Raiders since his junior days, he's just a victim of the circumstances, lost all his confidence, in the club and the possibility of playing finals footy.

Although I think it's best he moves on, I just wish him some success, I hope his new club is not a mirror image of Bridgewater, which could well be the case.

[The Enforcer]

How r Lofty looking for 2009? Is there a chance of another flag?

[thunderchild]

How r Lofty looking for 2009? Is there a chance of another flag?

see why not

their always going to be a strong unit

[GetTheSherrin]

bit harsh on matty bateman lads saying hes jumping as soon as it gets tough. he's been playing seniors footy there for almost 10yrs and im pretty sure bridgy have been doin it pretty tough for most of those yrs. would definately play A grade for most clubs in the league...

[Tooting Bec]

the paperwork has been done and matt bateman has left bridgewater next season. He is keeping in mind a return at a later date however.

Cant say I'm at all surprised shanty, when the going gets tough he takes the easy option and jumps ship and goes to another club, sounds just like his footy this season this year.

Agree Newman, Bateman is the biggest hack in the hills. Would not play A grade at any other club in Central Division except Lobethal. Sounds like the club is better off without the likes of him.

Bit harsh on Baters there guys. You have to be a pretty talented footballer to win a mail medal which he did in under 17's.
I wish him all the best, a bit of change will be good for him and I hope he does get to play finals footy out at meadows next year.
just hope he doesn't have the bad luck which plagued him last year and doesn't get mauled by any more koalas!

[stillnotout]

hey eb pie

any truth in the rumor that you are lining up for the Bombers in 09 the rumor is very strong !!!

[Gooch112]

hey eb pie

any truth in the rumor that you are lining up for the Bombers in 09 the rumor is very strong !!!

And which bombers would these be??
Shouldnt you be asking this question in the hills country forum..

[BALLHOG]

bit harsh on matty bateman lads saying hes jumping as soon as it gets tough. he's been playing seniors footy there for almost 10yrs and im pretty sure bridgy have been doin it pretty tough for most of those yrs. would definately play A grade for most clubs in the league...

Tooting Bec Heard he has moved to Mt Ronnie less gum trees out that way think that's the reason he moved.

[MONTE CRISTO]

Spoke to a bloke from North Adelaide on the weekend he reckons Ryan McGahey is on $700 with the Roosters. Also said Daniel Ebert and a ruckman from North Adelaide are heading to Uraidla. Chris Ladhams and Daniel Hargreaves playing for Nhill for $1200 per game. Apparently they tied Andy Ladhams into the deal so he can be the driver!

[Tooting Bec]

bit harsh on matty bateman lads saying hes jumping as soon as it gets tough. he's been playing seniors footy there for almost 10yrs and im pretty sure bridgy have been doin it pretty tough for most of those yrs. would definately play A grade for most clubs in the league...

Tooting Bec Heard he has moved to Mt Ronnie less gum trees out that way think that's the reason he moved.

Classic, i heard he might be putting on a bit of weight because of all the maccas he's eating!

[The Gimp]

Spoke to a bloke from North Adelaide on the weekend he reckons Ryan McGahey is on $700 with the Roosters. Also said Daniel Ebert and a ruckman from North Adelaide are heading to Uraidla. Chris Ladhams and Daniel Hargreaves playing for Nhill for $1200 per game. Apparently they tied Andy Ladhams into the deal so he can be the driver!

I can assure you monte, he's not on $700 a week.

And I think the ruckman heading to Uri is Down.

[Rob Neville]

Monte.. It is Down too Uraidla.. Ladhams and Hargraves on more than that.... And his brother who has played Div 1 and Reserves footy is going to play with his brother which they havent been able too do.. They will be sharing the driving duties and somes games they will be flown too games... McGahey is on $700 easily...

[BALLHOG]

bit harsh on matty bateman lads saying hes jumping as soon as it gets tough. he's been playing seniors footy there for almost 10yrs and im pretty sure bridgy have been doin it pretty tough for most of those yrs. would definately play A grade for most clubs in the league...

Tooting Bec Heard he has moved to Mt Ronnie less gum trees out that way think that's the reason he moved.

Classic, i heard he might be putting on a bit of weight because of all the maccas he's eating!

I think you will find it's noodle box, think he's trying to get in some sort of shape for next season.

[Tooting Bec]

That's a lot of cabbage to be paid out for 2 players, is that 1200 each or together?
No salary cap in country vic footy?

[Tooting Bec]

bit harsh on matty bateman lads saying hes jumping as soon as it gets tough. he's been playing seniors footy there for almost 10yrs and im pretty sure bridgy have been doin it pretty tough for most of those yrs. would definately play A grade for most clubs in the league...

Tooting Bec Heard he has moved to Mt Ronnie less gum trees out that way think that's the reason he moved.

Classic, i heard he might be putting on a bit of weight because of all the maccas he's eating!

I think you will find it's noodle box, think he's trying to get in some sort of shape for next season.

He does have a big reputation to uphold. And is he going to be playing half back or on ball at meadows?