Sturt vs Centrals Grand Final Review Thread

[wycbloods]

Oh yeah, a highlight for me was when I was walking back to the car and a guy, obviously misunderstanding me showing some sympathy to a young Sturt supporter and thinking I was having a dig who yelled from the bus "How's your missus and my kids".

My reply: "How's your premiership cup Rod Marsh?"

I couldn't remember who actually made that famous sledge and Marsh's name was first to come to me.

What a cracking insult!

Also worth mentioning was that I saw a little girl in a wheelchair at Grand Central this morning wearing a premiership medallion. I was told by my cousin that it was given to her by James Gowans on Sunday night.

Geez he spared one of his 8 how nice of them . Nah seriously a good gesture by James, pity he isn't that giving on the field.

[CUTTERMAN]

Congratulations to Centrals, out played us all day apart from a few minor bursts. 1 all now. I can't see any stop to their reign as yet, financially secure, excellent training facilities and a club structure that seems bullet proof, you should be proud.
Great turnout for the game, great to see BBQ's everywhere, it's a great tradition we have in our state. I'm not aware of any trouble between supporters but the Weslo situation is confusing and frustrating. As an example, on the eastern wing some Sturt blokes had a banner, raised it after a goal, not overly large and were told not to raise it or they would be outed, I was standing next to them with a banner and nothing was said, 20m down the walkway Centrals supporters had a banner and no problem, meanwhile flares are going off, this is just bullshit.

On the topic of flares, I went to see a band last night and was talking to a Doggies supporter about flares, I think he's going to write a letter to the club asking them to do more about stamping it out. I can't think of any other aussie rules club in any other comp in Australia that has flares go off at games pretty often. It needs to stamped out by the club and by the SANFL, get tough on it now before it's picked up by other morons at other clubs. I realize that it's hard to search everyone, but it's pretty easy to work out where they'll be let off, so man the area arrest the wanker and charge him, fine him, then ban them for life, then the club needs to get the senior players and coach to front them and let them know what dickheads they are.
Stop it now, it's the only blight on a great Centrals era.

SOUR GRAPES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Is that all you can come up with

[rod_rooster]

I'm not having a go but did she seriously go to the club? I think that's great if she did but i'd be surprised. Once again i'm not having a go but most high profile people would have personal security wherever they go, did she? (this is not suggesting going to Elizabeth requires security, i'd be asking the same if she went to any SANFL club).

Umm when she arrived, she had as security her mum. Infact the club security rushed out when she arrived, to get photo's with her. No private security was seen, and we were sitting just inside the club where she came in. Only problem was a horde of people wanting her autograph.

That's great to hear and a credit to her and the Dogs supporters. Fantastic that she could attend and have a good time.

[csbowes]

Congratulations to Centrals, out played us all day apart from a few minor bursts. 1 all now. I can't see any stop to their reign as yet, financially secure, excellent training facilities and a club structure that seems bullet proof, you should be proud.
Great turnout for the game, great to see BBQ's everywhere, it's a great tradition we have in our state. I'm not aware of any trouble between supporters but the Weslo situation is confusing and frustrating. As an example, on the eastern wing some Sturt blokes had a banner, raised it after a goal, not overly large and were told not to raise it or they would be outed, I was standing next to them with a banner and nothing was said, 20m down the walkway Centrals supporters had a banner and no problem, meanwhile flares are going off, this is just bullshit.

On the topic of flares, I went to see a band last night and was talking to a Doggies supporter about flares, I think he's going to write a letter to the club asking them to do more about stamping it out. I can't think of any other aussie rules club in any other comp in Australia that has flares go off at games pretty often. It needs to stamped out by the club and by the SANFL, get tough on it now before it's picked up by other morons at other clubs. I realize that it's hard to search everyone, but it's pretty easy to work out where they'll be let off, so man the area arrest the wanker and charge him, fine him, then ban them for life, then the club needs to get the senior players and coach to front them and let them know what dickheads they are.
Stop it now, it's the only blight on a great Centrals era.

SOUR GRAPES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Is that all you can come up with

Give him a break... that's two words there... both with 4 letters or more... he's collegiate material up north!

[TaurusSirius]

Ah yes, both cheer squads did look sensational on the telly, congratulations to all involved.

And to the couple in Double Blue scarves who shook hands with me as they left the Talbot Tavern at the end: your graciousness was much appreciated. It was icing on the cake of an extremely enjoyable afternoon. I'm only sorry that you couldn't enjoy it as much as me.

[whufc]

Did anyone mention Sturt being Unley Oval bullies?

[Barto]

Congratulations to Centrals, out played us all day apart from a few minor bursts. 1 all now. I can't see any stop to their reign as yet, financially secure, excellent training facilities and a club structure that seems bullet proof, you should be proud.
Great turnout for the game, great to see BBQ's everywhere, it's a great tradition we have in our state. I'm not aware of any trouble between supporters but the Weslo situation is confusing and frustrating. As an example, on the eastern wing some Sturt blokes had a banner, raised it after a goal, not overly large and were told not to raise it or they would be outed, I was standing next to them with a banner and nothing was said, 20m down the walkway Centrals supporters had a banner and no problem, meanwhile flares are going off, this is just bullshit.

On the topic of flares, I went to see a band last night and was talking to a Doggies supporter about flares, I think he's going to write a letter to the club asking them to do more about stamping it out. I can't think of any other aussie rules club in any other comp in Australia that has flares go off at games pretty often. It needs to stamped out by the club and by the SANFL, get tough on it now before it's picked up by other morons at other clubs. I realize that it's hard to search everyone, but it's pretty easy to work out where they'll be let off, so man the area arrest the wanker and charge him, fine him, then ban them for life, then the club needs to get the senior players and coach to front them and let them know what dickheads they are.
Stop it now, it's the only blight on a great Centrals era.

SOUR GRAPES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Is that all you can come up with

So many idiots who don't even know what "sour grapes" actually means.

[Simon_A]

Also worth mentioning was that I saw a little girl in a wheelchair at Grand Central this morning wearing a premiership medallion. I was told by my cousin that it was given to her by James Gowans on Sunday night.

Exactly right, and to think of it, its just a brilliant thing to do. Not many other people would do it, they are really great guys off field. Yeah okay Jimnmy, Chris, and Sladey all have eight each, but I bet even if they only had one, they would have done it. Its just the sorta people they are. Ya gotta admire that, doesnt matter which club you support.

[CENTURION]

Kyle Jenner hit the nail on the head. Our club reminds Him of being back in Cleve, friendly & respectful people.

[dogs01]

Also worth mentioning was that I saw a little girl in a wheelchair at Grand Central this morning wearing a premiership medallion. I was told by my cousin that it was given to her by James Gowans on Sunday night.

Exactly right, and to think of it, its just a brilliant thing to do. Not many other people would do it, they are really great guys off field. Yeah okay Jimnmy, Chris, and Sladey all have eight each, but I bet even if they only had one, they would have done it. Its just the sorta people they are. Ya gotta admire that, doesnt matter which club you support.

The medals that are presented to the players on GF day are only for the cameras(but are still very special to the players), the real medals are handed out at a special dinner put on by the SANFL(I think)

[birdmanptr]

Oh yeah, a highlight for me was when I was walking back to the car and a guy, obviously misunderstanding me showing some sympathy to a young Sturt supporter and thinking I was having a dig who yelled from the bus "How's your missus and my kids".

My reply: "How's your premiership cup Rod Marsh?"

I couldn't remember who actually made that famous sledge and Marsh's name was first to come to me.

What a cracking insult!

Also worth mentioning was that I saw a little girl in a wheelchair at Grand Central this morning wearing a premiership medallion. I was told by my cousin that it was given to her by James Gowans on Sunday night.

That was in the paper [i think] she met most of them

[birdmanptr]

Agree with most candidates for the Jack Oatey medal, but Ithought Tommo was sensational all day, his 1 percenters were brilliant. He was my pick for the medal even though I had $50 at 10 to 1 on Jimmy gowans.

Now i dont know if he is a fan of Delta or not but when her brother was announced as the Jack Oatey one BAYMAN let out a loud cheer and then checked his betting slips ???????????????

[Old but Smart Dog]

one of the great things (other than we won of course) is the crowd atmosphere at the SANFL GF...can you actually believe there are 2 lots of supporters there???..and boy the Doggy supporters are probably the best at cheering and chanting the side on.
In contrast I've gone to all Crows games this year...the whole ground is just full of Crows supporters only and their usually a pretty quiet mob, unless of course their calling "ball..." or the 19th man boos an opposition player when kicking for goal...
No doubt about it...its just so great to be at an SANFL match...just like the old days!!!

[Mic]

Just a shame the SANFL Grand Finals have been so boring (except for Dogs fans) in the past decade.

[Old but Smart Dog]

Just a shame the SANFL Grand Finals have been so boring (except for Dogs fans) in the past decade.

not at all...use to be Port winning all the time...now that was boring!!!

[bulldog2004]

sturt supporters can stick 2002 jibes where the sun dont shine the dogs r PREMIERS in 2009. U little ripper and what a weekend just awesome. UUUUUUUUUUU DOGS!!!!!

[Big Phil]

Just a shame the SANFL Grand Finals have been so boring (except for Dogs fans) in the past decade.

Despite the outcome in 2007, couldn't have been too boring having your team participate in a Grand Final...

[dedja]

Whoopoe Friggin Do.

Why make that comment. Another great effort by the doggies and i am sure if your side was there it would mean a bit more.

They are my thoughts and I'm entiteld to them. You don't like it? Tough!!!

True but they still are carp ... enjoy your cricket season of bitterness.

[CENTURION]

I think Dr. Nitschke should open a clinic in Norwood & do everyone a huge favour!! I used to rate Norwood as my 2nd side (if I had to have one) but a few of their supporters have turned me right off! Sorry The Potter family, Phil, Grant etc., & condolences to you for your recent loss but some of your "supporters" should release their grips just a little bit.

[twosheds]

these Weslo guys are freindly!

He must have stepped on a yellow line

Or he couldn't keep a lid on it !