1980 Tassie Medalist wrote:As Psuedo implied it means 2/5ths of bugger all if we don't make the most of the opportunity. As Cornesy said in the rooms afterwards the real work starts now.
We spent three quarters today trying to gift the minor premiership back to Sturt. Luckily we decided to stop the charade of a woodenspooner at three quarter time and decided to play like a minor premier.
Gee we were ordinary today for three quarters, I think the xpectation played too much on the boys minds as we were over anxious to win that we forgot about the basics of what led to 15 wins prior to today.
Ah well its all good, some key players will get a crucial week off to get over their niggles, that is priceless at this time of the year.
Interesting commentary. I know it's all academic now...But, Given that you struggled for 3 quarters today do you think you would be better for the run again next week? I agree with MacGowan that Sturt need it (the South game meant nothing with the bye before that). Or do you think it was the weight of expectation added to the niggling injuries you mention that contributed to the sub-par performance for 3 quarters (compared to most of your previous games this year)?
Regardless, congrats Bays. You deserve your flag favouritism.