Bytel’s handballing out of congestion to break open to play to the Saint’s advantage was very handy. Would rather that than having attempted kicks smothered in the same situations. Would keep him in.

Yes, his handball was quick, flat and to the target. Impressive debut game.

+ 2. And so it began

I'm assuming that Ms Wilson also gave Dane Rampe a serve for whacking Max with his gloved hand.

https://www.news.com.au/sport/afl/afl-2 ... e9a1dfb2b0

The disparity in the treatment of King and Walker (aside from the mark the umpires erred in not giving) was chalk and cheese and completely inexplicable. The umpire's match review should be a hoot.

Holding the ball decision-making by umpires is as random and inconsistent as it comes. Players are still getting away with just dribbling (dropping) the ball out and not getting pinged for incorrect disposal.

A thoroughly deserved accolade. Confirmation of what everyone already knew

Pretty sure Eddie is off to Bunnings to stock up on whitewash.

Devilhead wrote: ↑Tue 24 Mar 2020 10:08pm I want to know what his speech to the team was after that disgraceful pathetic 2nd half capitulation

Not for public consumption one would imagine.

Horrible kicking for goal cost the game.

Well done girls! Fought it out tooth and nail. Great celebration as well.

The_Dud wrote: ↑Fri 21 Feb 2020 9:04am Did Roberton play, and if so, how’d he look?

He didn't play.

Joffa Burns wrote: ↑Sun 16 Feb 2020 6:49pm

stevie wrote: ↑Sun 16 Feb 2020 3:21pm As bad as that s*** phrase ‘moving forward’

At the end of the day we'll just take it one week at a time and review the footage strongly to see what was pleasing and what we will work on strongly throughout the week.

Nailed it

Who was Max's opponent?

That was time well spent - what a player! Thanks Jaxons.

And me

Didn’t match Richmond’s bid so not a Saint.

Nice work guys

f****** drug cheats, along with Collingwood, Geelong and West Coast. St.kilda would have to be awarded a premiership retrospectively. Would be an interesting debate. When the NRL stripped the Melbourne Storm of premierships for cheating the salary cap they did not elevate the runners-up to premiers...

Over time the Gold Coast has proven to be a sporting black hole (rugby league, basketball, soccer). Other clubs will still raid it's playing list and, given their low base, it is entirely possible that they will continue in an ongoing spiral trying to rebuild. Even the AFL would baulk at gifting the...

Tom Boyd? Could be a handy second ruck/forward. Would be under a lot less pressure than when he was trying to live up to his kazillion dollar pay check at the Bulldogs. I think he’s been playing some sort of football this season but admittedly I don’t know how he’s gone. On Open Mike last week Tom ...

Derm said on Fox Footy a couple of weeks ago that he had finished his stint with the Saints.

Recruiting Ryder doesn’t seem to fit into what I thought were Ratten’s plans for improving the team. While it is clear that our ruck stocks need attention this doesn’t seem to value add to the team.

Does anyone know if Ryder has had a medical?

Terrible loss. An entertainer on the field and off. RIP Danny.

Yorkeys wrote: ↑Fri 30 Aug 2019 8:49am Too many put in only when it suits. Some bodies on the ramparts will focus preseason minds.

I'm picturing scenes from Games of Thrones