It most certainly is and it has happened before (ala, Eagles game last year) but I believe the playing group has not only learned from their past mistakes but has matured to the stage of not taking anything for granted. Complacency is also something Ross Lyon never stands for.

Know one had anything to say about his conversion rate when he kicked 6.1 during our round 17 against the Hawks, our when he kicked 5.0 against the Pies in the semi or 3.0 in ten minutes against the Hawks in the pre-lim.

Too lethal in attack, especially when firing, keep him there.

Roo did spill a heap of the pill last night, though Bolton has always played well on him. Again, without being an expert, I put it down to a lack of a pre season and Roo still having some rust in his joints to shake off which may well take a few more rounds.

Excellent post and some good questions. I think with Xavier - poor management in his first few years at the club. He put on a lot of bulk and it put too much pressure on his muscles, which were not strengthened enough .... and the hamstrings became a problem. Once you've had a few of the same soft ...

rodgerfox wrote:So we already have what, 3 or 4 soft tissue injuries before the season has started?

I thought Lyon addressed this?

Name one club who hasn't got injuries going into round 1?

Hi All, I woke up today super excited that the season proper begins for us this Saturday night. Regardless of how you feel 09 will be for us, let's charge our glasses, dust of the match day guernsey and train our vocal cords for the beginning of what should be another roller coaster ride. CARN THE S...

I'm am disgusted by some of the self-slandering I read on this forum. A practice match...get over it. Round 1 hasn't begun yet, wait till then before you reach for your razor blades. I just don't get this NAB Cup emphasis! I'm convinced there are some supporters who almost enjoy sledging the club at...

matrixcutter wrote:and then sometimes we win and peeps still aint happy
lol

Damn Right!

Some people are just incapable of being happy. We win two matches, they literally have nothing to say. We lose two, they come out swinging!

For any concerned...it was a FRIENDLY. I'd think about that before anyone starts brewing up any "sack RL threads".

Last time Maxie did a calf was against the weagles I think. The commentary said he was suffering an "old man's injury" and not to expect him back anytime soon. He was back within two weeks.

I usually like your work but they both remind me of a re-vamped version of our 07-08 clash top. Keep throwing your designs forward though!

Quite simply should be our clash jumper now.... :roll: If its not broke it don't need fixing.. :x Should be resurrected but I won't hold my breath... If they asked the members would be overwhelming voted back in ... no doubt... Believe the players loved it as well. A brilliant jumper that looked ab...

Saint Bev wrote:Keep an eye on ebay, I bought one just recently, brand new for $20 and in my size, very happy.

If that was the Candy Stripe jumper, I was the one who sold it you.

Glad you like it

fingers wrote:Sorry I was being a bit of a smartarse - I do have one. But it is in a frame, signed by all the players, with a plaque that says "Happy Birthday James from the St Kilda Football Club"

Present from my wife for my birthday.

james

Now that's a present!

As a matter of interest, when was the first Heritage round jumper? Was it 2003 (Candy stripe) for Burkies last game against tigers? Yep, that was it. We've had four over the course. My favourite has to be the 06 one, with the large white panel - that's probably why I'm a fan of the new clash jumper...

If you're looking at selling it, please PM me the details.

Hi All,

I'm keen to get my hands on a Saints 2004 Heritage Round jumper. I understand my chances are slim, as it's obviously rare as hens teeth, but if anyone is looking at selling one in the future, by all means let me know.

Cheers

Just went through our list and i thought it was ok,but to be honest i dont think we can win the Flag. We will make the 8 and more than likely make the top 6 but when it comes to beating the likes of GELLONG OR HAWTHORN i think we are a fair way off them. Recuiting Farren Ray for me is just replacin...

Maybe because it was the NAB Cup? Maybe because a good portion of our best 22 were missing? Maybe because SOS was coaching? Maybe because we kicked 7 goals to their 2 in the second half? Maybe because I saw Goddard played some super football? Maybe because King and Gardy smashed the ruck contests? M...

Clear winner for me! Lets hope we see this strip for seasons to come.

Hey there,

some great items for sale.

I don't suppose you have a yellow jumper you're willing to let go of?

Probably should have added to '04 semi final victory over the Swans at the G. Not only a good rebound from that massacre Brisbane gave us the week before, but being from Sydney and hating the Swans, always good wipe the smirk from those fickle supporters.

I'd throw Round 4 2005 v Melbourne in there. The Dees were undefeated atop the the ladder with a percentage greater than 150. We were without a number of our big name players including Riewoldt, Kosi and Harvey. Cam Bruce was running hot and was the early Brownlow favourite. Guerra layed a perfectl...

Zed wrote:.. was Round 6 2004 vs Lions the game where Troy Schwarze sealed it with a long bomb running goal ? .. I was at that game and stil lget goosebumps thinking about it.

Yeah! Schwarze always had his critics, me included! But that moment will still be remembered for years to come!

Since the 2004 season, we have had some absolute ripping victories. Here is my cream of the crop. 2004 Round 6 - Saints defeat Lions - The one point blockbuster was almost a bitter sweet victory due to the Aussie Jones behind, but still a darn fine match. 2005 Qualifying Final - Saints defeat Crows ...