2016 National Premier League thread

[MFKS]

Magic up 1-0

Scott Petit with the finish after Kale had a shot parried back into the goal mouth

[MFKS]

THE 1-0 Magic

Good solid game. Bit of a good battle going on out there
Maitland probably shading the general play

Magic doing a bit more in the box

Magic hit the bar from Kale with a overhead volley that would have seen the fap fest meter off the charts if it hadn't of smashed into the bar

Magic also hit the post through Kale with a low driving shot

They even may have hit the bar from a cross free kick but some prick walked in front of me midflight and I missed seeing exactly what happened

Maitland though giving plenty but just missing a bit of penetration in the box to go with their good lead up play

[onlooker]

Maitland V Magic
19's 0-2
22's 0-4
First 0-1 2nd half

[onlooker]

THE 1-0 Magic


They even may have hit the bar from a cross free kick but some prick walked in front of me midflight and I missed seeing exactly what happened

Heffernan cleared it off the line after Trott was well beaten by the lobbed effort

[MFKS]

2-0 now

Magic
Kantarovski with the clincher

Looks like it

Magic V Olympic
Maitland V Edgy

in the semis

[MFKS]

FT

Magic 2-0

From what I seen Maitland will not trouble Edgy too much over the 2 legs

Magic actually for the first time in awhile looked pretty solid at the back. Looked a lot better when Ben Higgins came off at HT and they finally put Jonny Griff in CD

Then they just sat in and played on the counterWhich to me they should have been doing all season

Get in front. Park the bus and stay compact and use the speed of Kale and Virgili to break and counter

More than capable of doing Olympic over the 2 legs

[ForeverRed]

THE 1-0 Magic

Good solid game. Bit of a good battle going on out there
Maitland probably shading the general play

Magic doing a bit more in the box

Magic hit the bar from Kale with a overhead volley that would have seen the fap fest meter off the charts if it hadn't of smashed into the bar

Magic also hit the post through Kale with a low driving shot

They even may have hit the bar from a cross free kick but some prick walked in front of me midflight and I missed seeing exactly what happened

Maitland though giving plenty but just missing a bit of penetration in the box to go with their good lead up play
There's plenty of blokes missing penetration in the box 😂

[ForeverRed]

McGuinness confirmed as coach of buds

[winner]

It's that time of year when the transfer rumour mill kicks into gear. Heard today that Finlayson and Bradbury have signed for the Jaffas next year and that Goodchild and the Swan brothers will be returning to Charlestown next season as well. Anyone else heard similar

[tucker's daughter]

It's that time of year when the transfer rumour mill kicks into gear. Heard today that Finlayson and Bradbury have signed for the Jaffas next year and that Goodchild and the Swan brothers will be returning to Charlestown next season as well. Anyone else heard similar

Hear the same rumour every year about the swans going back to Charlestown because they played there when they were 12 and 13 year old kids. Have heard at least 4 Magic players moving the the Jaffas

[GO AWAY]

Hear the same rumour every year about the swans going back to Charlestown because they played there when they were 12 and 13 year old kids. Have heard at least 4 Magic players moving the the Jaffas

They were the only three, that came back to the azzurri club last night, and maybe Kyle Hodges and I think all stayed till the death, but they are all still good mates with the Azzurri boys, so read in to it what you will, I prefer to hear from the horses mouth, rather then rumours, but im sure they'd all be welcomed.

[Zico]

McGuinness confirmed as coach of buds
Very good coach to bring into Adamstown, will he bring players to improve the roster? May be pushing shit up hill if the same players are going around next season.

[pv4]

Hear the same rumour every year about the swans going back to Charlestown because they played there when they were 12 and 13 year old kids.

The Swans were at Azzuri up until 2008 or so, until at least their late teens slash early 20s.

[ForeverRed]

Depends whose coaching at Azzurri I suppose, ?

[GO AWAY]

Depends whose coaching at Azzurri I suppose, ?

It WILL be Shane Pryce, has been reappointed for 2017/18.

With most people predicting Azzurri to be down the bottom of the table, I think he has done a stellar job to get them mid table, now just needs to take some young ones coming through in to first grade, sift through the first graders this year that didn't quite cut it with the old legs and maybe bring in one or two only, good players around the 25yo age bracket IMO

[cobra23]

Very good coach to bring into Adamstown, will he bring players to improve the roster? May be pushing shit up hill if the same players are going around next season.

Not necessarily, the games I watched this year I found they have some decent players. Maybe add 3 key players , 1each for def, mid and attack . From what I heard they did not do much team shape etc. and definitely fix the disciplinary side of them and who knows, end of the day they have recruited one of the best coaches in the hunter

[De-Champ]

Not necessarily, the games I watched this year I found they have some decent players. Maybe add 3 key players , 1each for def, mid and attack . From what I heard they did not do much team shape etc. and definitely fix the disciplinary side of them and who knows, end of the day they have recruited one of the best coaches in the hunter

From what I have seen, they need a good striker. When Alex Reid playing a centre back is the leading goalscorer, and most of his goals were penalties says it all.

[Man-u-nited]

If they ain't good enough isn't that the point of cutting reserve grade out??

To force the clubs hands into developing players much better so that in time they are good enough??


As for all the bleeding hearts and their love for reserve grade.
Can one of them actually point out why the NPL clubs can't run an open grade team playing in the Zone Leagues so all these blokes who want to stay at the club but are not good enough for first grade at 20 can do so??

Because it satisfies your wishes and also allows Northern to do as they want

Most players want to play at the highest level they can achieve , who says a fringe 20 year old won't be a regular 1st grader by 22-23, might have worked it out by then, might have been given more opportunities, tell them they have to go to the Zone leagues you will either lose them or they just drop back to Zone league standard, while the 18 year old hasn't reached expectations anyway, this is how I see how the sides will line up for the 20's based on a squad of 14, up to 4 overage players, 4 players with potential and 6 making up the numbers because the 20 years olds with potential have been moved on, not sure how that makes for a lift in the overall standard of the NPL.

[MFKS]

Most players want to play at the highest level they can achieve , who says a fringe 20 year old won't be a regular 1st grader by 22-23, might have worked it out by then, might have been given more opportunities, tell them they have to go to the Zone leagues you will either lose them or they just drop back to Zone league standard, while the 18 year old hasn't reached expectations anyway, this is how I see how the sides will line up for the 20's based on a squad of 14, up to 4 overage players, 4 players with potential and 6 making up the numbers because the 20 years olds with potential have been moved on, not sure how that makes for a lift in the overall standard of the NPL.

And isn't that what elite sport is meant to be about??
If they ain't good enough at a young age drop down to a level lower and prove themselves just as Jamie Vardy Ian Wright etc did with themselves???

[cobra23]

From what I have seen, they need a good striker. When Alex Reid playing a centre back is the leading goalscorer, and most of his goals were penalties says it all.

To me the mids were nonexistent, and it seemed to big gap between them and the strikers, which created a lack of opportunitys for the front,as to why a low goal scoring stat this year.
like i said a player in each attack,mid and back and they will go alright.

[cobra23]

And isn't that what elite sport is meant to be about??
If they ain't good enough at a young age drop down to a level lower and prove themselves just as Jamie Vardy Ian Wright etc did with themselves???

mate you are comparing a high level comp with plenty of talent even in the lower divisions to Newcastle football???
the standard between npl to newfm drops considerably.

[idontwannaplaywithhowey]

And isn't that what elite sport is meant to be about??
If they ain't good enough at a young age drop down to a level lower and prove themselves just as Jamie Vardy Ian Wright etc did with themselves???

I would say that whilst NPL is a strong comp it is very far from elite.
And the drop in quality from NPL to NEWFM is stark.
That's like saying now that Virgilli has scored a hatful in NPL he is of sufficient quality to have another crack at A League (he's not- no disrespect)

[Man-u-nited]

I have read with interest a number of times how a 12 team comp for NPL wouldn't work not enough talent, I played through the 70's and early 80's always had a 12 comp even going to 14 one year, since then the population has increased, more junior teams, more players, academy programs, NNSWIS, emerging athlete and now emerging Jets programs and with all that can't field 12 teams!!!???
Before anyone says I'm living in the past I have in the last 10 years coached at Academy level, currently coaching NPL level with a C licence and have a son playing 1st grade NPL therefore I think I'm in a position to at least offer an opinion.

[MFKS]

So semis this week


Maitland V Edgy
Magic V Olympic

What day time they kick off??

What's everyones tip??

I expect the Maitland Edgy tie to be pretty tight early but expect Edgy to be convincing winners

Magic Olympic i expect Olympic to just shade it

[magician]

So semis this week


Maitland V Edgy
Magic V Olympic

What day time they kick off??

What's everyones tip??

I expect the Maitland Edgy tie to be pretty tight early but expect Edgy to be convincing winners

Magic Olympic i expect Olympic to just shade it

Maitland at home on Saturday
Magic at home on Sunday

Edgy 3-1
Olympic 2-1

[Boss]

I expect a huge crowd at Maito and edgy won't have it that easy.

[cobra23]

Edgy 3- 1
Magic 3 - 0

[Bremsstrahlung]

Valentine trying to get CB complex up to NPL standard...
I think a lot of work needs to be done to get this pitch up to scratch. Constantly waterlogged. Good move for them to get their club playing out of CB though, better off investing the money spent hiring Cahill into developing their own facilities.
Given they have until November to get their pitch up to standard, does this mean we won't get a decision until then?

[GO AWAY]

Valentine trying to get CB complex up to NPL standard...
I think a lot of work needs to be done to get this pitch up to scratch. Constantly waterlogged. Good move for them to get their club playing out of CB though, better off investing the money spent hiring Cahill into developing their own facilities.
Given they have until November to get their pitch up to standard, does this mean we won't get a decision until then?

Too little too late, how long have they had to get this moving ? They have three years now to get it up to standard.

[GO AWAY]

I hear Mr Tull taking a step back from all admin and football duties at Lisle Carr and taking a well earned break, like him or lump him, there is no doubting his passion for Azzurri. Hope he enjoys his retirement

[winner]

So semis this week


Maitland V Edgy
Magic V Olympic

What day time they kick off??

What's everyones tip??

I expect the Maitland Edgy tie to be pretty tight early but expect Edgy to be convincing winners

Magic Olympic i expect Olympic to just shade it

Edgy will be too good for Maitland, have won both games comfortably.
Magic to beat Olympic, Ireland not playing will be the difference

[Bremsstrahlung]

I hear Mr Tull taking a step back from all admin and football duties at Lisle Carr and taking a well earned break, like him or lump him, there is no doubting his passion for Azzurri. Hope he enjoys his retirement

I thought he already did this for this year?
That's it, passionate. Definitey a polarising character though.

[GO AWAY]

I thought he already did this for this year?
That's it, passionate. Definitey a polarising character though.

Did to a point, but think he needed to know the club was set up and stable enough going in to 2017. Has done a great job in my opinion, now there is plenty of " smart " operators involved, the club will be fine going forward.

[ForeverRed]

Failed to mention his 2 year ban for coward punching a spectator

[GO AWAY]

Done the crime, served the time... move on.

[ForeverRed]

Incredible, though what more should I expect

[The Magician]

Incredible, though what more should I expect

Does this pave the way for Steve Wright to return to the club? Hamilton will be a lot quieter now.

[Stanley]

Failed to mention his 2 year ban for coward punching a spectator

It wasn't a coward punch, he looking at him face to face through the car window

[ForeverRed]

It wasn't a coward punch, he looking at him face to face through the car window
Like I said, coward punch

[fan atic]

I doubt very much that he will return to Azzurri, he is set up at Lakes and looks like taking them to the NPL in 2017. I am sure there would still be bad blood with many others still at Whitebridge.

[fan atic]

He was never one to do too much but mouth off, as for setting the club up for 2017, he took that club back 10 years not forward
Did to a point, but think he needed to know the club was set up and stable enough going in to 2017. Has done a great job in my opinion, now there is plenty of " smart " operators involved, the club will be fine going forward.

[LongSufferingFan]

He was never one to do too much but mouth off, as for setting the club up for 2017, he took that club back 10 years not forward

OK ease up.
We have no clubs if not for volunteers and none deserve to be bagged out by keyboard warriors on the forum or anywhere else.

You may not like the guy or the way he operates but respect goes both ways.
Respect the fact that he has given hundreds of hours each year for many years to allow players to play for CCB.
Unlike players and even officials, volunteers don't get paid - they do what they do because they are passionate about their club.

Those that bag out volunteers lose my respect.

[ForeverRed]

Even if they coward punch supporters ?

[LongSufferingFan]

Even if they coward punch supporters ?

If he did then that should be dealt with by the federation.
I am not justyfing his every action - I have never spoken to the bloke.

I am saying that criticising volunteers is poor form.
He may have done some things poorly or not to everyones liking but the guy has clearly put a lot of blood sweat and tears into the club over the years.
For the benefit of who? A hundred or so players, coaches, parents and supporters each year most of whom never lift a finger to assist the club.

NPL clubs are currently screaming about the dwindling volunteer base they have.
Perhaps if volunteers got a few more thank yous rather than criticism we might have more volunteers.

[magician]

OK ease up.
We have no clubs if not for volunteers and none deserve to be bagged out by keyboard warriors on the forum or anywhere else.

You may not like the guy or the way he operates but respect goes both ways.
Respect the fact that he has given hundreds of hours each year for many years to allow players to play for CCB.
Unlike players and even officials, volunteers don't get paid - they do what they do because they are passionate about their club.

Those that bag out volunteers lose my respect.

Couldn't agree more

[Retro Jet]

Received email from NNSWF via our Club Secretary today- they are not changing decision on age groups.
It will be 20’s with 5 overaged players permitted - with a few rules around those players.

I'm wondering how this is going to affect NPL clubs culture wise. I think that was the main discussion around this
change, wasn't it?
Not that it’s going to affect us anyway but as an NPL aspirational club it's something we'll need to look at mid to long term.

[Bremsstrahlung]

Don't think FR needs a reminder on what it is to be a volunteer at a club.

[namwob99]

OK ease up.
We have no clubs if not for volunteers and none deserve to be bagged out by keyboard warriors on the forum or anywhere else.

You may not like the guy or the way he operates but respect goes both ways.
Respect the fact that he has given hundreds of hours each year for many years to allow players to play for CCB.
Unlike players and even officials, volunteers don't get paid - they do what they do because they are passionate about their club.

Those that bag out volunteers lose my respect.

Agreed. Seems much easier to sit behind a screen and criticise.

[idontwannaplaywithhowey]

Received email from NNSWF via our Club Secretary today- they are not changing decision on age groups.
It will be 20’s with 5 overaged players permitted - with a few rules around those players.

I'm wondering how this is going to affect NPL clubs culture wise. I think that was the main discussion around this
change, wasn't it?
Not that it’s going to affect us anyway but as an NPL aspirational club it's something we'll need to look at mid to long term.

Wouldn't the same rules apply to NPL2? (if there is one).

[Retro Jet]

Wouldn't the same rules apply to NPL2? (if there is one).

Somehow I can't see 16 NPL compliant clubs to form an 'NPL2'.

[De-Champ]

Somehow I can't see 16 NPL compliant clubs to form an 'NPL2'.

there has to be some sort of 2nd tier, otherwise where would those clubs go.. The rules will be modyfied if worst comes to worst

[The Postman]

Yes if there is an NPL 2, the same Criteria is still in place - 2 B Licences, 1sts/20s/18s etc

They will be lucky to have 10 teams qualify at this rate.

There should be a 2nd division of sorts with a view to be compliant by 2020.

But will FFA let NNSW have it? That's a whole different arguement. There would be a lot money left on the table if 2nd Division were to end.

[MFKS]

If he did then that should be dealt with by the federation.
I am not justyfing his every action - I have never spoken to the bloke.

I am saying that criticising volunteers is poor form.
He may have done some things poorly or not to everyones liking but the guy has clearly put a lot of blood sweat and tears into the club over the years.
For the benefit of who? A hundred or so players, coaches, parents and supporters each year most of whom never lift a finger to assist the club.

NPL clubs are currently screaming about the dwindling volunteer base they have.
Perhaps if volunteers got a few more thank yous rather than criticism we might have more volunteers.
Disagree

Anyone volunteering for anything needs to pull their head out of their arse if they expect thank yous

If they are doing it for praise then they are going to be sorely disappointed


I am on a committee myself.
JI don't do it for praise or from thanks by our members. Nor do I expect a pat on the back or any praise for my efforts.

I do what I do because someone had to do it and I a see it as my opportunity to contribute.

95% of the work is done by 6 people. If the other 50 feel the need to praise us or criticise i couldn't give a ****.

I do what I because helping out running the thing is what I believe in

I see blokes on the committee who see themselves as above themselves and expecting praise or favour in return for their efforts.
They have the wrong attitude.

You do it for the group to benefit not for yourself


Too many people on committees think they are bigger than the club or an indispensable part of it. They are just a volunteer that is all

[mervan]

Disagree

Anyone volunteering for anything needs to pull their head out of their arse if they expect thank yous

If they are doing it for praise then they are going to be sorely disappointed


I am on a committee myself.
JI don't do it for praise or from thanks by our members. Nor do I expect a pat on the back or any praise for my efforts.

I do what I do because someone had to do it and I a see it as my opportunity to contribute.

95% of the work is done by 6 people. If the other 50 feel the need to praise us or criticise i couldn't give a ****.

I do what I because helping out running the thing is what I believe in

I see blokes on the committee who see themselves as above themselves and expecting praise or favour in return for their efforts.
They have the wrong attitude.

You do it for the group to benefit not for yourself


Too many people on committees think they are bigger than the club or an indispensable part of it. They are just a volunteer that is all

I am certainly sure that all the guys getting $300 to turn up on Sunday to play in the park appreciate the volunteers.

Spend it on the community asset, the facility not the players

[magician]

Disagree

Anyone volunteering for anything needs to pull their head out of their arse if they expect thank yous

If they are doing it for praise then they are going to be sorely disappointed


I am on a committee myself.
JI don't do it for praise or from thanks by our members. Nor do I expect a pat on the back or any praise for my efforts.

I do what I do because someone had to do it and I a see it as my opportunity to contribute.

95% of the work is done by 6 people. If the other 50 feel the need to praise us or criticise i couldn't give a ****.

I do what I because helping out running the thing is what I believe in

I see blokes on the committee who see themselves as above themselves and expecting praise or favour in return for their efforts.
They have the wrong attitude.

You do it for the group to benefit not for yourself


Too many people on committees think they are bigger than the club or an indispensable part of it. They are just a volunteer that is all

One of your best 🙄

[hawk]

I see blokes on the committee who see themselves as above themselves and expecting praise or favour in return for their efforts.
They have the wrong attitude.


The ones who like their photos on the wall? I would help but im hosting important people somewhere else.

[The Magician]

http://www.theherald.com.au/story/4106180/northern-nsw-football-knocks-back-reserve-grade/?cs=306

[ForeverRed]

Great decision

[Imyourhero]

So 3/5 of these nominated overage players won't get to play each week because you don't have 20 players playing 1st grade every week aka top 20 players coming back in to play in u20s for fitness and taking up those allowed spots?

[tucker's daughter]

The biggest thing to come out of this is the 180 points. There is no way clubs can go out and sign 4 or 5 new players every year anymore as its impossible to stay under the points cap which is what it was meant to do. Wait for the blow up from certain clubs over this

[LongSufferingFan]

Can someone shed any light on the latest kneejerk reaction by NNSWF?

So they are going to allow clubs to register 5 overage players outside of the PPS but you can still only have have 5 play in 20s?
Assuming all your PPS players are over 20 that means you will have 25 players overage registered and just 5 can play 20s leaving 20 players for the first grade fixture.
If all players are fit that means 6 will not get a game - not even off the bench.

Who would sign on to this arrangement?
What is this meant to achieve?

[winner]

Can someone shed any light on the latest kneejerk reaction by NNSWF?

So they are going to allow clubs to register 5 overage players outside of the PPS but you can still only have have 5 play in 20s?
Assuming all your PPS players are over 20 that means you will have 25 players overage registered and just 5 can play 20s leaving 20 players for the first grade fixture.
If all players are fit that means 6 will not get a game - not even off the bench.

Who would sign on to this arrangement?
What is this meant to achieve?

It forces clubs to have young players in their pps. Most clubs will go with around 15 1st grade players in their pps and the other 5 spots will be taken up by 16 or 17 year old kids to keep their points under 180. Then the 5 overage players outside the 20 will make up half of your 20s side. Or so I would assume

[MFKS]

Can someone shed any light on the latest kneejerk reaction by NNSWF?

So they are going to allow clubs to register 5 overage players outside of the PPS but you can still only have have 5 play in 20s?
Assuming all your PPS players are over 20 that means you will have 25 players overage registered and just 5 can play 20s leaving 20 players for the first grade fixture.
If all players are fit that means 6 will not get a game - not even off the bench.

Who would sign on to this arrangement?
What is this meant to achieve?

How exactly is it a knee jerk reaction??

The clubs were told 3 years ago the FFA guidelines would be coming and they have had 3 years of 22s as a compromise until the day it arrives.

Well the day is upon us.

How exactly long do you think they need???

[The Magician]

Can someone shed any light on the latest kneejerk reaction by NNSWF?

So they are going to allow clubs to register 5 overage players outside of the PPS but you can still only have have 5 play in 20s?
Assuming all your PPS players are over 20 that means you will have 25 players overage registered and just 5 can play 20s leaving 20 players for the first grade fixture.
If all players are fit that means 6 will not get a game - not even off the bench.

Who would sign on to this arrangement?
What is this meant to achieve?

I think some of the clubs "meant to achieve" that they could hold spots for prospective volunteers, club people and committee's sons.... and it seems NNSWF obliged.

[pv4]

I was really hoping for the open reserve grade to get up. IMO the quality of the comp has deteriorated since it went to under23s/22s/whatever.

[LongSufferingFan]

How exactly is it a knee jerk reaction??

I was referring to the decision by NNSWF to allow 5 overage players outside of the PPS.
As far as I can tell they just made that up last night.

[cobra23]

It forces clubs to have young players in their pps. Most clubs will go with around 15 1st grade players in their pps and the other 5 spots will be taken up by 16 or 17 year old kids to keep their points under 180. Then the 5 overage players outside the 20 will make up half of your 20s side. Or so I would assume

my thoughts exactly

[The Magician]

I was referring to the decision by NNSWF to allow 5 overage players outside of the PPS.
As far as I can tell they just made that up last night.

its what the clubs asked for in their letter to NNSWF when they called for the meeting last week. NNSWF with an appropriately proportioned compromise, regardless of what the clubs WANT if we want to be part of the NPL FFA line.

If we want to be part of the big picture we need to roll our sleeves up and work and be dynamic. FFA Cup is best thing to happen in football in this region in many years, clubs should not jeopardize the opportunities if affords our clubs and region as a whole. We would probably have to qualify through old state cup (whos going to run it) then play Sydney teams if we decided not to participate in NPL and forgo our 2 reserved tickets to the round of 32, which would be given to other state federations. Oh but wait, lets have Men of Football run our comp, in which case FFA wont recognize us and we wont be able to participate in any competition, FFA Cup, NPL Final Series, etc. We can have a gala day with St George Football Association and Tim Cahill's Coaching School.


180 PPS not enough.... changing player penalty should be put back to its original 8 from its watered down 5.

[ForeverRed]

I Don't think Men of Football want anything to do with this, as secretary we are only here to help others who need a hand, not for those who can't help themselves, if you get my drift

[Imyourhero]

So how come the EPL has an u23s "EPL2" if players are suppose to be good enough by the time they're 20?

[MFKS]

So how come the EPL has an u23s "EPL2" if players are suppose to be good enough by the time they're 20?

Who gives a **** about the EPL

The FFA are on a program to encourage clubs to better develop players by raising standards so players are ready for First Grade at younger ages. This will in the future develop better calibre of players at all levels of the game and not just the elite professional level

This is part of their strategy

Now considering the standard of the English NT there is hundreds of issues with the set up of the game in England.
Why one would want to follow their lead defies logic just as using them as an example defies logic

[Blueboy]

Who gives a **** about the EPL

The FFA are on a program to encourage clubs to better develop players by raising standards so players are ready for First Grade at younger ages. This will in the future develop better calibre of players at all levels of the game and not just the elite professional level

This is part of their strategy

Now considering the standard of the English NT there is hundreds of issues with the set up of the game in England.
Why one would want to follow their lead defies logic just as using them as an example defies logic

But it's okay for you to use Jamie Vardy as an example.
Pipe down you clown

[Imyourhero]

Now considering the standard of the English NT there is hundreds of issues with the set up of the game in England.
Why one would want to follow their lead defies logic just as using them as an example defies logic

Maybe the standard of their national team has gone down because they had it as u20s for however long...hence why they've brough back u23s...

[onlooker]

So any scores?

[2285]

Edgy 2 Maitland 2

[Reds Forever]

Edgy 2 Maitland 2

Interesting to see Maitlands sidelines brought in by approx 2 to 3m on each side.

Am guessing it was tactical ploy to Blunt Edgeworth attack and keep game tight.

[immersion]

Interesting to see Maitlands sidelines brought in by approx 2 to 3m on each side.

Am guessing it was tactical ploy to Blunt Edgeworth attack and keep game tight.

It worked a treat. Shame it killed the game though. One of the poorer games this year. Maitland sat back just about always having 6 guys behind the ball or more, left and right back never once went forward. Maybe Maitland are hoping that Edgeworth will rest players next weekend in preparation for the western Sydney game? Gutsy call.

Resting players would be a dumb move for Edgeworth IMO.

It kind of looks like Maitland think they haven't got a chance dealing with edgeworth on a wide pitch. Should be an interesting return fixture next weekend.

The best game is tomorrow. Cant wait to watch the riverly, should be a cracker.

[Tonester]

It worked a treat. Shame it killed the game though. One of the poorer games this year. Maitland sat back just about always having 6 guys behind the ball or more, left and right back never once went forward. Maybe Maitland are hoping that Edgeworth will rest players next weekend in preparation for the western Sydney game? Gutsy call.

Resting players would be a dumb move for Edgeworth IMO.

It kind of looks like Maitland think they haven't got a chance dealing with edgeworth on a wide pitch. Should be an interesting return fixture next weekend.

The best game is tomorrow. Cant wait to watch the riverly, should be a cracker.

Olympic 1-0 halftime think that's indicative of how the game has gone. Could've doubled the lead right on halftime.

[MFKS]

Olympic 1-0 halftime think that's indicative of how the game has gone. Could've doubled the lead right on halftime.

Magic coaches falling for the same trick again.

Getting over run in midfield

Finlayson anonymous. Haynes ain't running. Hoole playing poor. Leaves Kantarovski doing a lot.


Rather bizarre it has happened the last two times they played yet nothing changes

[MFKS]

FT
Olympic 1
Magic 3

Cometh the hour

Cometh the man

Game on the line at 1-1 with 10 to go.

Kale delivers

Let the Fapest begin

[Tonester]

FT
Olympic 1
Magic 3

Cometh the hour

Cometh the man

Game on the line at 1-1 with 10 to go.

Kale delivers

Let the Fapest begin
Enjoy while you can,it's halftime and I can't see a Magic win second leg.

[MFKS]

Enjoy while you can,it's halftime and I can't see a Magic win second leg.

I think Olympic are lucky Goodchild only got a yellow for that studs up aggressive tackle just after Kale put Magic in front.

That is gonna give them some hope.

Exactly what Olympic were doing going one on one at the back in the last 10 beats me
At 2-1 down going into second leg they are well in the tie.


Going 1-1 with Kale and Virgili who had them for speed seemed suicidal.
They eventually got burned for doing so

I can see Magic winning the game next week as well.
They only need to sit in and bludge off the pace of Virgili and Kale as Olympic push forward.

The more Magic hold them out the more desperate Olympic will become and will have to leave space at the back again.

Olympic were not at their best today that is for sure but they were exposed when put under some pressure.
To be fair they offered very little in the second half and when they went behind their attack got very narrow and unimaginative.

Gonna have to play a hell of a lot better next week and hope Magics attack is off.Even 1 goal to Magic and they are just about ****ed I fhink

I reckon it about 80-20 Magic winning the tie at the half way point

[Tonester]

I think Olympic are lucky Goodchild only got a yellow for that studs up aggressive tackle just after Kale put Magic in front.

That is gonna give them some hope.

Exactly what Olympic were doing going one on one at the back in the last 10 beats me
At 2-1 down going into second leg they are well in the tie.


Going 1-1 with Kale and Virgili who had them for speed seemed suicidal.
They eventually got burned for doing so

I can see Magic winning the game next week as well.
They only need to sit in and bludge off the pace of Virgili and Kale as Olympic push forward.

The more Magic hold them out the more desperate Olympic will become and will have to leave space at the back again.

Olympic were not at their best today that is for sure but they were exposed when put under some pressure.
To be fair they offered very little in the second half and when they went behind their attack got very narrow and unimaginative.

Gonna have to play a hell of a lot better next week and hope Magics attack is off.Even 1 goal to Magic and they are just about ****ed I fhink

I reckon it about 80-20 Magic winning the tie at the half way point
With a strengthening of the squad next week with the inclusion of Ireland and Brown I'm sure that it will be a different story next Saturday night. It's been shown week in week out that Olympic are unbreakable at home. We are at half-time in this tie and only a brave man or fool would write this tie over.

[MFKS]

With a strengthening of the squad next week with the inclusion of Ireland and Brown I'm sure that it will be a different story next Saturday night. It's been shown week in week out that Olympic are unbreakable at home. We are at half-time in this tie and only a brave man or fool would write this tie over.
Magic will also be strengthened next week as well with Shane Paul back His commitment and work rate in the middle of the park is gonna be a huge boost to them

[Tonester]

Magic will also be strengthened next week as well with Shane Paul back His commitment and work rate in the middle of the park is gonna be a huge boost to them

Not enough in my opinion,one swallow don't make a spring.

[Blueboy]

Magic will also be strengthened next week as well with Shane Paul back His commitment and work rate in the middle of the park is gonna be a huge boost to them

With his brothers Bucks being next weekend, he won't be playing

[The Magician]

With a strengthening of the squad next week with the inclusion of Ireland and Brown I'm sure that it will be a different story next Saturday night. It's been shown week in week out that Olympic are unbreakable at home. We are at half-time in this tie and only a brave man or fool would write this tie over.

Hopefully by next weekend the linesperson can check the rule book to confirm you cant be offside in your own half...


Also shout out to the Hamilton supporters that tried to walk in with 15 pizzas and got your young children to carry the boxes... very classy... how many games did your team win today?

[ForeverRed]

Not a very classy post, you should try winning with dignity

[The Magician]

Not a very classy post, you should try winning with dignity

Hahahhaha... Yeah... coz if Magic rocked upto a Southy game with 15 pizzas in tow you would be so eloquent.

[ForeverRed]

Nothing to do with pizzas mate, it's the last comment in your post I felt was uncalled for

[winner]

Hahahhaha... Yeah... coz if Magic rocked upto a Southy game with 15 pizzas in tow you would be so eloquent.

Where does it say you can't bring your own food into a ground. If they had walked in with 10 bags of food from Mcdonalds would there have been a problem. I can't see a big problem here

[winner]

Not a very classy post, you should try winning with dignity

Hilarious post ForeverRed. Magic winning with dignity, now I'd like to see that

[winner]

Magic were too strong in the second half of the game today and already have one foot in the grand final

[hawk]

Hopefully by next weekend the linesperson can check the rule book to confirm you cant be offside in your own half...


Also shout out to the Hamilton supporters that tried to walk in with 15 pizzas and got your young children to carry the boxes... very classy... how many games did your team win today?

thatll do me...What a low arrogant attitude. Youll have a chance to get a few thou back in hosting every other game. leeches through and through from u/6's up

[cobra23]

With his brothers Bucks being next weekend, he won't be playing


He will play, and he will be a typical shano, plays his best football after a massive pissup the night before.
Love the bloke:beer:

[cobra23]

Not enough in my opinion,one swallow don't make a spring.

Well i would take 1 rooster over 2 chickens any day.. :popcorn:

[Tonester]

Well i would take 1 rooster over 2 chickens any day.. :popcorn:
You're crowing a tad early I think. Olympic haven't lost at Darling St all year and 2-0 puts them through again. That's what gets me about Magic supporters,nothing to cheer about all season,not a whisper,now you're going to win the comp!hahaha

[pv4]

Maybe Maitland are hoping that Edgeworth will rest players next weekend in preparation for the western Sydney game? Gutsy call.

Resting players would be a dumb move for Edgeworth IMO.

From the outside looking in, it seems as if Zane has prioritised the FFA Cup above anything else so I wouldn't be surprised to see him manage his team to suit the Cup game more than the NPL Finals. Him and his team have won the premiership, are backing up from a Championship last year, they've got nothing more to prove on a NPL level. In the Cup though, they've got everything to go for.

[pv4]

Where does it say you can't bring your own food into a ground. If they had walked in with 10 bags of food from Mcdonalds would there have been a problem. I can't see a big problem here

I've always thought at all levels bringing your own food&drink into grounds is poor form.

IMO it's the Olympic guys loss though - they are silly for filling up on pizzas instead of Magic's cevapi :wub:

[Blueboy]

He will play, and he will be a typical shano, plays his best football after a massive pissup the night before.
Love the bloke:beer:

Maybe you know more then me. But when is a bucks show ever on a Friday night

[ForeverRed]

What's up with a pie and sauce, can't get one from either of these grounds,

[cobra23]

You're crowing a tad early I think. Olympic haven't lost at Darling St all year and 2-0 puts them through again. That's what gets me about Magic supporters,nothing to cheer about all season,not a whisper,now you're going to win the comp!hahaha

Not crowing just fishing.

[immersion]

You're crowing a tad early I think. Olympic haven't lost at Darling St all year and 2-0 puts them through again. That's what gets me about Magic supporters,nothing to cheer about all season,not a whisper,now you're going to win the comp!hahaha


Not crowing just fishing.

The better question might be how many times have olympic won 2 nil or better at home this year?

[Tonester]

The better question might be how many times have olympic won 2 nil or better at home this year?
The vast majority of games have been won by 2 or more including a 3-1 pumping of Magic and Edgy.

[The Magician]

The better question might be how many times have olympic won 2 nil or better at home this year?

How many without Bailey or Ireland?

[Tonester]

How many without Bailey or Ireland?

I'm sure that Bailey and Ireland haven't contributed that many of Olympics goals this season,a couple maybe.

[magician]

How many without Bailey or Ireland?
Considering Olympic dominated the 1st half and should of been up 2-0 at half time. They will be confident going into the home leg

[cobra23]

The vast majority of games have been won by 2 or more including a 3-1 pumping of Magic and Edgy.

well you will have to repeat the 3-1 pumping you gave magic to level the game..
my prediction magic 2-1

[Wild Brew]

Maybe you know more then me. But when is a bucks show ever on a Friday night
Friday night - after work pick up night - Saturday night - date night with the regular squeeze.
Friday night makes sense.

[Stryker]

Hopefully by next weekend the linesperson can check the rule book to confirm you cant be offside in your own half?

Maybe the one-eyed supporter could read the rule book once in a while and realise that the offside rule includes the whole body (excluding the arms) and not just the feet?!?! Feet might have been behind but his body was over magician... But let's not let the truth get in the road of a good story shall we...

[Macca]

Some hawk-eyed spectators around here.

[Stryker]

Some hawk-eyed spectators around here.

Bartv on pause ;-)

[MFKS]

What's up with a pie and sauce, can't get one from either of these grounds,
Agree FR

Absolute disgrace


As for Food around the grounds.

Magic to me have some of the worst available. The Cevap is good but the rest of it is average.

Olympic still the hands down winner

Honourable mentions this year to Azurri and Edgy who had some quality grub available

I can see why one would take food to Magic Park these days. The quality has gone down hill the last few years

[monz6]

Agree FR

Absolute disgrace


As for Food around the grounds.

Magic to me have some of the worst available. The Cevap is good but the rest of it is average.

Olympic still the hands down winner

Honourable mentions this year to Azurri and Edgy who had some quality grub available

I can see why one would take food to Magic Park these days. The quality has gone down hill the last few years

Just when you think he's complained about everything possible he pops up with another beauty. Love it. Hopefully edgy and magic play off in two weeks time for the battle of the cuisine who even cares about the football!

[pv4]

Some hawk-eyed spectators around here.

Can confirm Macca here has such big feet that his toes are offside when he's taking a goalkick.

[Ker-Plunk]

weston better start buying tucker for their chuck wagon . this lick of rain might be enough to stop newfm finals . doubt whether the scrapyard be up to standard after three grades on satdee

[MFKS]

weston better start buying tucker for their chuck wagon . this lick of rain might be enough to stop newfm finals . doubt whether the scrapyard be up to standard after three grades on satdee
What price it just Firsts o n Saturday with the lower grades elsewhere as the precious grass needs saving for.......





Next season???

[GO AWAY]

Lol at today's paper saying bolchy has spoke to ONLY McPherson for next year 😂

[Why Blue]

Lol at today's paper saying bolchy has spoke to ONLY McPherson for next year 😂

Spoken with your young bloke has he GA ?????
We know how those CCB boys like to change to a darker shade of blue

[magician]

Lol at today's paper saying bolchy has spoke to ONLY McPherson for next year 😂

Bit like pascoe has said he has only added Morris to his squad and the rest will come out of the NPL

[Blueboy]

Is it a thing at Magic, where you sing the team song at half time?
They have a good lead going into the 2nd leg, surely you wait till you progress

[The Magician]

Is it a thing at Magic, where you sing the team song at half time?
They have a good lead going into the 2nd leg, surely you wait till you progress

When you playing semi finals football your supporters can sing what they want when they want

[Blueboy]

When you playing semi finals football your supporters can sing what they want when they want

I'm talking about the team

[Bremsstrahlung]

When you playing semi finals football your supporters can sing what they want when they want

They seem to do, say, yell whatever they want, when they want regardless of it being a semi final or not tbh.

[terryk]

You're crowing a tad early I think. Olympic haven't lost at Darling St all year and 2-0 puts them through again. That's what gets me about Magic supporters,nothing to cheer about all season,not a whisper,now you're going to win the comp!hahaha

I'm not quite sure what you mean by nothing to crow about all season. I would have thought that 3rd place and only 4 losses for the season wasn't a bad effort. I would much rather have their season this year than that of Adamstown or Weston. Your comment would have been more appropriate a couple years back when they were fighting for the wooden spoon with Chappy in charge. A few poor results have definitely not helped them and the team does seem to be missing a spark or two but not a bad effort.

[terryk]

Is it a thing at Magic, where you sing the team song at half time?
They have a good lead going into the 2nd leg, surely you wait till you progress


They seem to do, say, yell whatever they want, when they want regardless of it being a semi final or not tbh.

Seriously dumb comments. Since when in a two leg decider can a team or club not celebrate a win. Win or lose the next game it was a win and a sweet one for the club just when it mattered so it should be celebrated. As for the second quote a seriously sulky comment that makes no sense however you read it and no fact apart from exposing the Bremss as a Magic hater and a sook.

[terryk]

thatll do me...What a low arrogant attitude. Youll have a chance to get a few thou back in hosting every other game. leeches through and through from u/6's up

Are you saying Magic are leeches from u/6s right up to first grade? That's really an over the top and offensive comment In my eyes. That comment alone shows more disrespect to the players and coaches and committee and supporters of magic than does the stupid and disrespectful act of a visiting club thinking it would be smart idea to buy pizzas and then get their kids to bring them into the ground by sliding them under fences. Discraceful both the comment and the pizzas.

[Bremsstrahlung]

Seriously dumb comments. Since when in a two leg decider can a team or club not celebrate a win. Win or lose the next game it was a win and a sweet one for the club just when it mattered so it should be celebrated. As for the second quote a seriously sulky comment that makes no sense however you read it and no fact apart from exposing the Bremss as a Magic hater and a sook.

Haha, far from a Magic hater. Actually enjoy what the the club does on and off the pitch. The one eyed supporters in the peanut gallery however should be issued a rulebook and maybe given a personal copy of the code of conduct they display at the ground.
I've experienced many a time where families, with children have moved away due to the behaviour, comments and language being used. Most recently against Olympic, the game where they got a few junior teams to play at half time. One or two of the teams sat near me. And even their coaches and the families of these children felt scared and intimidated. I daresay, not the image Magic would want amongst their junior football families. Anyway.
I've also found their supporters to be very toxic. The shit they lump on Haynes and even Under 22s and Under 19s players is a bit much. Wait, that's only if they are losing though. When they win everything is ok. Comments from The Magician earlier only confirm this attitude.
I sat in the back row once on a rainy day supporting the opposing team, (there's maybe 1-2 teams I prefer over Magic) from personal/friends connections. Merely stood up, clapped and said "cmon xxxxxx" after we had scored. I got some beer poured over me for my efforts. A sarcastic "it slipped" was the response when confronted. Was great that we won though. Again, not everyone, and this was an individual.
I'm not against Magic, their players or the club on a whole, and I very much respected them whenever I played them. I take exception to their "supporters". Sure, not all supporters. Not even a majority of them. But there's certainly a few ruining it.

[terryk]

Haha, far from a Magic hater. Actually enjoy what the the club does on and off the pitch. The one eyed supporters in the peanut gallery however should be issued a rulebook and maybe given a personal copy of the code of conduct they display at the ground.
I've experienced many a time where families, with children have moved away due to the behaviour, comments and language being used. Most recently against Olympic, the game where they got a few junior teams to play at half time. One or two of the teams sat near me. And even their coaches and the families of these children felt scared and intimidated. I daresay, not the image Magic would want amongst their junior football families. Anyway.
I've also found their supporters to be very toxic. The shit they lump on Haynes and even Under 22s and Under 19s players is a bit much. Wait, that's only if they are losing though. When they win everything is ok. Comments from The Magician earlier only confirm this attitude.
I sat in the back row once on a rainy day supporting the opposing team, (there's maybe 1-2 teams I prefer over Magic) from personal/friends connections. Merely stood up, clapped and said "cmon xxxxxx" after we had scored. I got some beer poured over me for my efforts. A sarcastic "it slipped" was the response when confronted. Was great that we won though. Again, not everyone, and this was an individual.
I'm not against Magic, their players or the club on a whole, and I very much respected them whenever I played them. I take exception to their "supporters". Sure, not all supporters. Not even a majority of them. But there's certainly a few ruining it.

What a load of bsolute rubbish especially at the point where a magic supporter spills beer on you. Maybe one of those 80 year old pensioners thought he might like to go the biff with you and would rather tip his beer on you than drink it. There are one eyed supporters at every club in the league and whose to say you aren't one of them? I could name a couple incidents in the game that in my one eyes warranted a different outcome that what was forthcoming from the man in the middle. So families had to move did they and you witnessed seeing though your at the ground every week? Where exactly were you sitting? I spent most my time on the family hill with my kids and I have never had to move. Again peddling bulldust. You would be hard pressed to attend any game at nearly any age group and not hear a few foul words. But obviously this only happens at magic. So was it one team or two teams that say near you or were you watching the replay on bar tv? Scared and intimidated? Are you serious. What a joke. At this point your fully exposed. But let's keep going. Supporters are toxic because they lump it on Haynes and the 22s and 19s. Haynes has been a fine warrior for the club over many many years and is respected immensely. I think that any player makes mistakes and from time to time gets a rousing from their own fans. Did you attend a game at the Jets last year? In any case I think the vast majority of supporters feel the pain of their players and team when things are not going as well as they should be. To say the supporters lump it on Haynes is again bulldust and the overwhelming majority of fans offer positive encouragement. Now 22s and 19s having it lumped on them. You are a goose. Again shows you don't even attend the games and you are just making things up. The Magicians comments were as a result of pizza and the disgraceful attitude of fans and a committee of a club that think that it's totally acceptable to be doing stunts like that. It's nice to be able to sit and enjoy football in the back row of a grandstand but it begs the question how dose anyone sit behind you to spill it in you?

You are against magic! Plain and simple. Because you have a mate or two in the team you should know better then to make such comments because the players love their supporters and the supporters love their team. it's one of the great things about magic having such a big supporter base and it's the passion of the team and supporters that makes the club great.

[Tonester]

I'm not quite sure what you mean by nothing to crow about all season. I would have thought that 3rd place and only 4 losses for the season wasn't a bad effort. I would much rather have their season this year than that of Adamstown or Weston. Your comment would have been more appropriate a couple years back when they were fighting for the wooden spoon with Chappy in charge. A few poor results have definitely not helped them and the team does seem to be missing a spark or two but not a bad effort.

The problem with Magic is that they believe they have a right to win everything and never appreciate the fact that the glory days of a few years ago are gone. If they acknowledged the achievements of other clubs then maybe Magic would be appreciated more.

[Bremsstrahlung]

What a load of bsolute rubbish especially at the point where a magic supporter spills beer on you. Maybe one of those 80 year old pensioners thought he might like to go the biff with you and would rather tip his beer on you than drink it. There are one eyed supporters at every club in the league and whose to say you aren't one of them? I could name a couple incidents in the game that in my one eyes warranted a different outcome that what was forthcoming from the man in the middle. So families had to move did they and you witnessed seeing though your at the ground every week? Where exactly were you sitting? I spent most my time on the family hill with my kids and I have never had to move. Again peddling bulldust. You would be hard pressed to attend any game at nearly any age group and not hear a few foul words. But obviously this only happens at magic. So was it one team or two teams that say near you or were you watching the replay on bar tv? Scared and intimidated? Are you serious. What a joke. At this point your fully exposed. But let's keep going. Supporters are toxic because they lump it on Haynes and the 22s and 19s. Haynes has been a fine warrior for the club over many many years and is respected immensely. I think that any player makes mistakes and from time to time gets a rousing from their own fans. Did you attend a game at the Jets last year? In any case I think the vast majority of supporters feel the pain of their players and team when things are not going as well as they should be. To say the supporters lump it on Haynes is again bulldust and the overwhelming majority of fans offer positive encouragement. Now 22s and 19s having it lumped on them. You are a goose. Again shows you don't even attend the games and you are just making things up. The Magicians comments were as a result of pizza and the disgraceful attitude of fans and a committee of a club that think that it's totally acceptable to be doing stunts like that. It's nice to be able to sit and enjoy football in the back row of a grandstand but it begs the question how dose anyone sit behind you to spill it in you?

You are against magic! Plain and simple. Because you have a mate or two in the team you should know better then to make such comments because the players love their supporters and the supporters love their team. it's one of the great things about magic having such a big supporter base and it's the passion of the team and supporters that makes the club great.


:deadhorse::face palm:
Haha, thanks for "exposing me".

Re: Beer - Sorry, were you there? How would you know? It was not a pensioner and it was clear as day.

Re: One eyed supporter - No, I don't think I am, I can go and view any game in NPL and watch it as a neutral, and as I've said, I'm normally hoping Magic win some of the games I go and watch. Even when I was with a club, I could watch my club's games with a fair and balanced understanding of the game. I'm all for a little bit of passion and support, but there are people there with absolutely no idea of half of the rules and then yell abuse. Doesn't sit right with me. And you're right, it does happen at every game. People swear, good for them, These people are yelling out cursing players, threatening to fight players, yeah they probably are having a bit of a laugh with some comments, but on the whole it is a bit much. And the "RSA Marshall" just laughs at them. Anyway.

Re: One or two teams - I'm not sure, I was not the coach, there appeared to be one full team, and a hand full of parents from another team with their children coming over after playing, before making a few comments regarding the behaviour of this group and moving. "It's scary" "Why are they yelling" were comments I heard from the children nearby.

Re: Player Criticism - of course, some players play well, others have bad spells. But the comments "You're too old Haynesy", "Give it up Haynesy" don't really seem all that positive. And yes, I've heard comments towards their 19s and U22s that are rather unneeded. But anyway, don't let that stop you telling me what I've seen/experienced is wrong.

Re: Grandstand: Maybe you are showing your lack of games here, but in the grandstand with the Canteen, the back row is infront of a walkway where at the end, you'll find 20-30 supporters enjoying their beers leaning on the rails and over those sitting in the back row.

Re: Against Magic- My friends don't play for Magic. And I'm not against them. I do not doubt their supports love their players, and players enjoy the support they get, I admire Magic as a club and believe they have done great things for football in the region. My comments were in regards to a small portion of supporters, and my belief that they are obnoxious, rude and that they don't have an understanding of the rules, and while at most times they are tolerable, there are certainly times I feel they cross the line.

My original comment was tongue in cheek. Your responses aren't really doing yourself, nor the club you claim to support, much benefit. There's far more interesting/worthwhile discussions to be had. So, if you'd care to PM me, maybe we can discuss our grievances there.

[GO AWAY]

Well said. Clap clap. Now apart from just being a keyboard warrior and bagging out a club can you offer some FACTS? Is it wrong for magic to be aspirational? Are clubs not in this competition to win it? Glory days are over, and yes maybe not dominating as they once did but far from being uncompetitive. I'm pretty sure magic would still be happy with a top three effort I know for a fact this has met the clubs target for the year. Of course you can't win all the time, but I have no idea how you justify a comment that they think they have a "right" to win everything. I will have to. Heck the game day program to see if they have it in there anywhere. Please let us know how you come to this conclusion, have you heard it from them or maybe they put it on a press release? And how exactly is it that they don't acknowledge the achievements of other clubs??? A very unjustifiable comment! Offer the proof! Put up or shut up! Can you tell me how other clubs acknowledged the acheiements of others that magic has not? I don't think you can so your post is just another magic hate comment without fact. I can't help but think this forum is full of green eyed monsters only when it comes to magic.

When Azzurri beat Magic, if magic score the players are announced over the p.a, when azzurri scored (3 three times ) was never announced, and when azzurri scored the winner the scoreboard was kept at 2-2 and we all know we are not relying on a ballboy to change them scores, so yes, they do not acknowledge the achievements of other clubs. Cant speak for other games sorry, but I thought was poor form on this day and happy to be proven wrong with other visiting teams.

[Tonester]

Well said. Clap clap. Now apart from just being a keyboard warrior and bagging out a club can you offer some FACTS? Is it wrong for magic to be aspirational? Are clubs not in this competition to win it? Glory days are over, and yes maybe not dominating as they once did but far from being uncompetitive. I'm pretty sure magic would still be happy with a top three effort I know for a fact this has met the clubs target for the year. Of course you can't win all the time, but I have no idea how you justify a comment that they think they have a "right" to win everything. I will have to. Heck the game day program to see if they have it in there anywhere. Please let us know how you come to this conclusion, have you heard it from them or maybe they put it on a press release? And how exactly is it that they don't acknowledge the achievements of other clubs??? A very unjustifiable comment! Offer the proof! Put up or shut up! Can you tell me how other clubs acknowledged the acheiements of others that magic has not? I don't think you can so your post is just another magic hate comment without fact. I can't help but think this forum is full of green eyed monsters only when it comes to magic.
Typical response I suppose,been going to Magic games for a long time and,in my opinion,have always been ungracious winners and feral losers. You can be an apologist all you like nothing will change my opinion.

[Bon]

:popcorn:

[GO AWAY]

:popcorn:

Macedonia v greeks would be simliar to Morisett v Westlakes in the day bon :")

[ForeverRed]

💤💤💤💤

[MFKS]

When Azzurri beat Magic, if magic score the players are announced over the p.a, when azzurri scored (3 three times ) was never announced, and when azzurri scored the winner the scoreboard was kept at 2-2 and we all know we are not relying on a ballboy to change them scores, so yes, they do not acknowledge the achievements of other clubs. Cant speak for other games sorry, but I thought was poor form on this day and happy to be proven wrong with other visiting teams.

They did announce it as 1-0 Olympic with Bird scoring at the weekend.

Whether the Azzurri game was an oversight i was there and they didn't do it i couldn't comment as the PA operations Magic Park and their protocols are outside my area of expertise

[terryk]

When Azzurri beat Magic, if magic score the players are announced over the p.a, when azzurri scored (3 three times ) was never announced, and when azzurri scored the winner the scoreboard was kept at 2-2 and we all know we are not relying on a ballboy to change them scores, so yes, they do not acknowledge the achievements of other clubs. Cant speak for other games sorry, but I thought was poor form on this day and happy to be proven wrong with other visiting teams.

Oh ok so winning one game is the achievement that clubs should be acknowledging Azzuri on and this should be the basis on which we tarnish magic with because they didn't announce the goal scorers or change the scoreboard at the end of the game. I still don't see it and the way your original comment read it wasn't intended as a one game description. I have been to so many games where scores aren't changed or names announced or names announced correctly possibly deliberately mispronounced, and really i can honestly say I have never walked away feeling like a jilted lover.

[terryk]

Typical response I suppose,been going to Magic games for a long time and,in my opinion,have always been ungracious winners and feral losers. You can be an apologist all you like nothing will change my opinion.

For something to be an opinion it needs to based on something. It seems your basing your opinion on your own personal bias and dislike of magic. Making statements like ungracious winners and feral losers with once again no evidence just doesn't ring true and probably just disrespectful to the players and supporters of any club. Is be interested to know if that's what the magic players think of themselves and their supporters.

[Tonester]

For something to be an opinion it needs to based on something. It seems your basing your opinion on your own personal bias and dislike of magic. Making statements like ungracious winners and feral losers with once again no evidence just doesn't ring true and probably just disrespectful to the players and supporters of any club. Is be interested to know if that's what the magic players think of themselves and their supporters.It's based on personal experience over many seasons of going to Magic Park and plenty of other grounds,I don't need any other basis for my opinion.

[cobra23]

Gold jacket, green jacket, Who gives a shit!!!

Let's move on people.

[Tonester]

Gold jacket, green jacket, Who gives a shit!!!

Let's move on people.

That's a bit rich coming from you,my sentiments exactly in regards to some of your posts.

[the_butcher]

Is be interested to know if that's what the magic players think of themselves and their supporters.

Jonny Griff is that quiet that he doesnt even do they "hooray!" part in response to the "hip hip!" at birthday parties let alone carry on after a win.

Stop making yourselves look like jealous school girls.

PS hope magic pump the fake hamilton.

[GazFish35]

i couldn't comment as the pa operations magic park and their protocols are outside my area of expertise

ruok?

[monz6]

I've experienced many a time where families, with children have moved away due to the behaviour, comments and language being used.

Aren't you a south Cardiff fan?

[winner]

Just read on the herald website that Daniel Bird is out for Hamilton tomorrow with facial fractures from last week's game. Throw into that Ireland and Bailey out and it's season over for Hamilton. Looking a certainty to be a Magic Edgeworth grand final now

[spamg172]

Just read on the herald website that Daniel Bird is out for Hamilton tomorrow with facial fractures from last week's game. Throw into that Ireland and Bailey out and it's season over for Hamilton. Looking a certainty to be a Magic Edgeworth grand final now

Haha cop that Maitland. Edgy obviously favs but a certainty is a bit harsh.
Also any side with Goodchild, Cooper, Spencer, Hodges etc etc etc still go alright.

[Local Rules]

Just read on the herald website that Daniel Bird is out for Hamilton tomorrow with facial fractures from last week's game. Throw into that Ireland and Bailey out and it's season over for Hamilton. Looking a certainty to be a Magic Edgeworth grand final now

Also Virgilli got 1 week rest for his sideline tirade. Bit farcical when others in all competitions, players and coaches, have been given a minimum of two weeks. Obviously Northern don't want to jeopardise him missing the GF should they qualify.

[ForeverRed]

And NNSWF continually harp on about respect for officials, this was a classic chance to show they mean buisness but no, extremely inconsistent,

[hawk]

Are you saying Magic are leeches from u/6s right up to first grade? That's really an over the top and offensive comment In my eyes. That comment alone shows more disrespect to the players and coaches and committee and supporters of magic than does the stupid and disrespectful act of a visiting club thinking it would be smart idea to buy pizzas and then get their kids to bring them into the ground by sliding them under fences. Discraceful both the comment and the pizzas.

Its true. And tools like you try to defend it. A**holes like you fit right in with the egotistical culture.

Hope more people boycott the club and bring in heaps of food and drink.

[cobra23]

That's a bit rich coming from you,my sentiments exactly in regards to some of your posts.

Tone it up tonester, the comment was just for laughs , get over your self just like this garbage that everyone has continued to rave on about, the reason I have not entered this bullshit.
The outcome = nothing

[Tonester]

Just read on the herald website that Daniel Bird is out for Hamilton tomorrow with facial fractures from last week's game. Throw into that Ireland and Bailey out and it's season over for Hamilton. Looking a certainty to be a Magic Edgeworth grand final now

Having surgery this afternoon,his season is over.

[seldom]

Bit of rain about. Maitland on pens for me.

[MFKS]

Bit of rain about. Maitland on pens for me.

Bit of rain about??

What price we get a washout or two??

The precious grass is at risk

[Bremsstrahlung]

Interesting to see what shape edgy is in on Sunday for NEWFM grand final...

[Tonester]

Tone it up tonester, the comment was just for laughs , get over your self just like this garbage that everyone has continued to rave on about, the reason I have not entered this bullshit.
The outcome = nothing

Most of the stuff on here is bullshit so I'm on the same page there!

[Bremsstrahlung]

Games on today?

[Lofty]

22's Magic 3(3) - 0(2) Weston

[Imyourhero]

Thats a solid turn around. Weston were superb last week.

[MFKS]

Magic won 19s 3-1 V Olympic

Jets up 1-0 at HT V Olympic in 22s
Olympic need 5 just to level the tie

[MFKS]

Heard Edgy won 2-1 ??
Jets Yoof won 22s 5-0 in a cakewalk towards the end

[Lofty]

Darling street update: still first half. Magic hit woodwork twice and Olympic have nearly run out of canteen stock. I guess it's hard to know how to handle a match day when your own supporters BYO. Can't handle a club that doesn't mind spending a bit of cash at the canteen. #notsurprised

Edit. Ps. There's a bottle shop around the corner. Open your wallets!

[MFKS]

Darling street update: still first half. Magic hit woodwork twice and Olympic have nearly run out of canteen stock. I guess it's hard to know how to handle a match day when your own supporters BYO. Can't handle a club that doesn't mind spending a bit of cash at the canteen. #notsurprised

Edit. Ps. There's a bottle shop around the corner. Open your wallets!

To be fair there is quite a healthy crowd here.

Probably 1500 and it was quite heathy at 4pm when I got here

HT 0-0
Olympic not creating a great deal so far.

Can see them needing to change something as it ain't threatening Magic at the moment.

Maybe push Bertos a little higher

[Lofty]

To be fair there is quite a healthy crowd here.

Probably 1500 and it was quite heathy at 4pm when I got here

HT 0-0
Olympic not creating a great deal so far.

Can see them needing to change something as it ain't threatening Magic at the moment.

Maybe push Bertos a little higher

To be fair they should know that Magic have a strong supporter base and don't BYO.

[MFKS]

1-1 now

Cometh the hour Cometh the man

Let the fapfest continue

[MFKS]

Game Set and Match

Magic 2-1 Virgili with the winner in Injury time

Olympic exposed on the counter twice.

Bad luck Tonester

[NewyTy]

Got to my first NPL games of the year. As expected, big difference from the New-FM games I normally watch. Some thoughts:

19's: Weston 1-1 Emerging Jets (WES 2-1 AGG)
Some classy players in both of these teams. Weston's #10 was just clinical with nearly every touch. A great game to watch with quality that put the New-FM 19's to the side. Just brilliant at times. Weston had the age and therefore physical advantage on the Jets but fairly even.

22's: Magic 3-0 Weston
Had a feeling Weston would score an away goal but Magic to their credit played well in attack and defended it too. Refereeing was average and game spilled over a few times. Not up to the standard of 19's

1st: Edgy 2-1 Maitland
Despite what some may think, I'm a fan of Edgy's style. Loads of talent coming through there. Was hoping the underdog could cause a boilover for the sake of football theatre. Maitland looked good. Ryan Clarke brilliant at times but McBreen's experience and Edgy's overall class just enough. Hanging to see what Edgy can do at full-strength against WSW this Tuesday.

And at Darling St:

Olympic 1-2 Magic
Was going to go to 22's but glad I didn't. Sounds like a fairly one-sided match. First Grade. Amazing game. Couldn't believe the size of the crowd and the general feeling of it. Felt like a Edgy v Melb City-esque FFA Cup night. Great night for local football regardless of result. Olympic were good and threatened but the likes of Piddo and L.Virgili just too good in defence. L.Virgili made a goalline clearance I believe. Magic just got the job done and as mentioned grabbed two late goals on the counter.

Edgy favourites to win next weekend IMO. Should be a brilliant day, 19's, 22's and 1st.

[hawk]

G

Edgy favourites to win next weekend IMO. Should be a brilliant day, 19's, 22's and 1st.

broadMEDow are favourites for mine after seeing both semis. We'll see i guess

[Zico]

Got to my first NPL games of the year. As expected, big difference from the New-FM games I normally watch. Some thoughts:

19's: Weston 1-1 Emerging Jets (WES 2-1 AGG)
Some classy players in both of these teams. Weston's #10 was just clinical with nearly every touch. A great game to watch with quality that put the New-FM 19's to the side. Just brilliant at times. Weston had the age and therefore physical advantage on the Jets but fairly even.

22's: Magic 3-0 Weston
Had a feeling Weston would score an away goal but Magic to their credit played well in attack and defended it too. Refereeing was average and game spilled over a few times. Not up to the standard of 19's

1st: Edgy 2-1 Maitland
Despite what some may think, I'm a fan of Edgy's style. Loads of talent coming through there. Was hoping the underdog could cause a boilover for the sake of football theatre. Maitland looked good. Ryan Clarke brilliant at times but McBreen's experience and Edgy's overall class just enough. Hanging to see what Edgy can do at full-strength against WSW this Tuesday.

And at Darling St:

Olympic 1-2 Magic
Was going to go to 22's but glad I didn't. Sounds like a fairly one-sided match. First Grade. Amazing game. Couldn't believe the size of the crowd and the general feeling of it. Felt like a Edgy v Melb City-esque FFA Cup night. Great night for local football regardless of result. Olympic were good and threatened but the likes of Piddo and L.Virgili just too good in defence. L.Virgili made a goalline clearance I believe. Magic just got the job done and as mentioned grabbed two late goals on the counter.

Edgy favourites to win next weekend IMO. Should be a brilliant day, 19's, 22's and 1st.
Surely you are not comparing NPL to NEWFM 19's? Its a gap that is huge! Lakes NPL 19's wouldn't come close to the worst NPL Side this season. I'd back Maitland or Valo 19's to role the NEWFM Premiers but 5-6 goals.

[Tonester]

Game Set and Match

Magic 2-1 Virgili with the winner in Injury time

Olympic exposed on the counter twice.

Bad luck Tonester

Olympic battled hard with a depleted side,could've been different if you included the missing 3 or that 2nd goal had stood .But as we know if 'ifs and buts were candy and nuts every day would be Xmas '.It's a results game and Magic won,congrats and I hope they win next week because if there is one team that bugs me more than Magic it's Edgy.

[MFKS]

Olympic battled hard with a depleted side,could've been different if you included the missing 3 or that 2nd goal had stood .But as we know if 'ifs and buts were candy and nuts every day would be Xmas '.It's a results game and Magic won,congrats and I hope they win next week because if there is one team that bugs me more than Magic it's Edgy.
Depleted side??

It's end of season everyone is missing players

Magic were missing players too

But reigned supreme.

To be honest they done very little until Mooney scored. The goal they didn't really deserve by it set the game up. They then had it over Magic for the next 20.

For the last 10 though Jonny Griff Piddo Barber and Virgili aimed up and had everyone under control.

Then just as I told you what would happen Magic done them on the counter as Olympic pushed forward Kale drove the nail into Olympics heart with a classy composed finish

Just as I told you the tie was all but over at 3-1
That's why Magic celebrated last week. The job had been done

[Wilso8948]

Then just as I told you what would happen Magic done them on the counter as Olympic pushed forward Kale drove the nail into Olympics heart with a classy composed finish

Just as I told you the tie was all but over at 3-1
That's why Magic celebrated last week. The job had been done

why do you waste your time ****ing around on a football forum when you are just a God and predict everything that happens in life?

[magician]

broadMEDow are favourites for mine after seeing both semis. We'll see i guess
Really? If magic play like that edgy will have a field day.

[Tonester]

Depleted side??

It's end of season everyone is missing players

Magic were missing players too

But reigned supreme.

To be honest they done very little until Mooney scored. The goal they didn't really deserve by it set the game up. They then had it over Magic for the next 20.

For the last 10 though Jonny Griff Piddo Barber and Virgili aimed up and had everyone under control.

Then just as I told you what would happen Magic done them on the counter as Olympic pushed forward Kale drove the nail into Olympics heart with a classy composed finish

Just as I told you the tie was all but over at 3-1
That's why Magic celebrated last week. The job had been done

We're well aware teams are depleted through injury at different times but let's face it Olympics injured players are more influential than anyone that Magic had missing.

[MFKS]

We're well aware teams are depleted through injury at different times but let's face it Olympics injured players are more influential than anyone that Magic had missing.
So Shane Paul and Cascaroli are non influential players at this level??

Both would walk into every other side in the comp

Fact is Magic had the depth and the quality to give Olympic a start and run them down and win both games.

[MFKS]

why do you waste your time ****ing around on a football forum when you are just a God and predict everything that happens in life?
I am not god.

Being right often is a cross i have to carry
5
5
5
:sup:

[ForeverRed]

You must be cross fit

[judge]

Really? If magic play like that edgy will have a field day.Really so why didn't Olympic have a field day for once be a gracious loser.

[MFKS]

Really so why didn't Olympic have a field day for once be a gracious loser.

I thought Magic not only won the tie but didn't they also win the game??

What exactly has a Magic fan the need to be a gracious loser??

[Bremsstrahlung]

I thought Magic not only won the tie but didn't they also win the game??

What exactly has a Magic fan the need to be a gracious loser??

magician is olympic, weirdly.
The Magician is magic.

[Tonester]

So Shane Paul and Cascaroli are non influential players at this level??

Both would walk into every other side in the comp

Fact is Magic had the depth and the quality to give Olympic a start and run them down and win both games.
You're full of s**t.

[pv4]

Good luck to Edgy and Magic, the only 2 teams that are still actually worth discussing, in the final.

[MFKS]

You're full of s**t.
So your of the opinion Shane Paul and Cascarolii wouldn't get in other NPL sides??

Because you can't be disputing the fact that Olympic led both games and ended up losing. Because that is a fact

[mervan]

So your of the opinion Shane Paul and Cascarolii wouldn't get in other NPL sides??

Because you can't be disputing the fact that Olympic led both games and ended up losing. Because that is a fact

Both games were a tale of two halves, stop all the @@@@shit, could have gone either way over the two legs

[mervan]

By the way, there needs to be more games at 6:30 on a sat night, it was a cracker, coming from an impartial supporter. The night games are always quicker when played a decent surface.

[hawk]

Really? If magic play like that edgy will have a field day.

Edgy have the Tuesday night game, that could take a lot out.

And the staggered times for games are an excellent idea for fans(not sure what players think). Wish some of the Zones leagues did it for their gfs

[MFKS]

Both games were a tale of two halves, stop all the @@@@shit, could have gone either way over the two legs

What do you mean could have??

Game is about putting it in the net more times than the opponent.

5-2 is the score and that isn't ****ing close in anyone's books

[magician]

What do you mean could have??

Game is about putting it in the net more times than the opponent.

5-2 is the score and that isn't ****ing close in anyone's books

Geez your a wanker

[Tonester]

What do you mean could have??

Game is about putting it in the net more times than the opponent.

5-2 is the score and that isn't ****ing close in anyone's books

I'm with Magician

[De-Champ]

Game over ...insert coin

[cobra23]

5 - 2 is pretty comprehensive to me, I would not have a leg to stand on to whinge about if the results were reversed.

[terryk]

Its true. And tools like you try to defend it. A**holes like you fit right in with the egotistical culture.

Hope more people boycott the club and bring in heaps of food and drink.

A big shout out to the all the magic supporters and other football lovers who came out to Darling St and ate and drank the canteen out of food and drinks. This is a credit to the predominately magic supporters at the game who refused to stoop the level of Hamilton and bring their own food and drink to the venue. I was disappointed that not one Hamilton committee member felt the need to have a chat to their supporters so you can only assume it was endorsed by the club. I for one am pleased that the money I have left at Hamilton will continue to ensure that players like Bartos who are a level above all else will remain in the competition for years to come. I'm equally as pleased that the money I leave at magic will continue to improve the facility and make my spectator experience a good one. A small criticism for Hamilton though, surely as the beer ran out they had a selection of at least 4 or 5 bottlos within a couple Ks of the ground and one only 200m up the road, does it not occur to you to send someone on the 5min round trip and make the club some more money? Its also sad to see people advocating a boycott of canteens of clubs in the competition as there is no doubt that the better supported clubs who's supporters travel, help support the cashflow of the clubs they visit.

[the_butcher]

A small criticism for Hamilton though, surely as the beer ran out

A "small criticism"?! Mate it was down-right disgusting and simply unaustralian! I actually thought it might have been a ploy to only serve light beer after a certain time because it was only full strength that you couldn't purchase. Or maybe they did just honestly sell out. Either way there needs to be an investigation!

[Premy]

Adamstown had the same issues last year hosting the ZPL finals, amateur hour in all it's glory.

[mervan]

So your of the opinion Shane Paul and Cascarolii wouldn't get in other NPL sides??

Because you can't be disputing the fact that Olympic led both games and ended up losing. Because that is a fact

You realise that Hamilton led in both games, yet you believe it was one sided, delusional

[MFKS]

You realise that Hamilton led in both games, yet you believe it was one sided, delusional
Yeah Magic gave them a start and levelled it and then ran away with it.

What's your point??

In 180 mins of football

Magic scored 5
Olympic scored 2

Seems a pretty convincing result to me

[mervan]

Yeah Magic gave them a start and levelled it and then ran away with it.

What's your point??

In 180 mins of football

Magic scored 5
Olympic scored 2

Seems a pretty convincing result to me

Stop engaging, you are now starting to look very silly in most people's eyes

[mervan]

Yeah Magic gave them a start and levelled it and then ran away with it.

What's your point??

In 180 mins of football

Magic scored 5
Olympic scored 2

Seems a pretty convincing result to me

I realise you are passionate towards magic, I am also a magic fan, but you need to see the game for it is

[Brandon166]

Stop engaging, you are now starting to look very silly in most people's eyes


Mfks doesn't looks silly in my eyes 90% of his comments are correct 👍🏻

[Why Blue]

What was going on at edgy this last weekend ???
I saw people walking in the front gates with slushies from 7/11, Subway, Henny Penny, macca's coffee, hell even one guy eating Chinese ........don't they realise if they stopped these people and made them spend thier money at the canteen then Edgy might be able to spend more and buy a premiership winning team.......... Oh wait on !!!!!!!

[ForeverRed]

There was definetly no RSA in place at edgy yesterday, pissed dick heads aplenty

[mervan]

Mfks doesn't looks silly in my eyes 90% of his comments are correct ����

Now his Nuffie brother chimes in

[The Acolyte]

mervan, your attention to detail is generally very good. On this occasion I feel I must take you to task on your comment that MFKS is starting to look silly. He or she has been the resident MORON on this forum for so long that he or she has attained legendary status. Let's all just be grateful that she isn't our mother in law.

[MFKS]

mervan, your attention to detail is generally very good. On this occasion I feel I must take you to task on your comment that MFKS is starting to look silly. He or she has been the resident MORON on this forum for so long that he or she has attained legendary status. Let's all just be grateful that she isn't our mother in law.
Korp Kuhn krup Acolyte

[hawk]

What was going on at edgy this last weekend ???
I saw people walking in the front gates with slushies from 7/11, Subway, Henny Penny, macca's coffee, hell even one guy eating Chinese ........don't they realise if they stopped these people and made them spend thier money at the canteen then Edgy might be able to spend more and buy a premiership winning team.......... Oh wait on !!!!!!!

rof
apparently thats a whining crime for some. Edgy doesnt need the gold chains.

As for the GF, the Medows will take advantage of sore legs in the last 20

[terryk]

What was going on at edgy this last weekend ???
I saw people walking in the front gates with slushies from 7/11, Subway, Henny Penny, macca's coffee, hell even one guy eating Chinese ........don't they realise if they stopped these people and made them spend thier money at the canteen then Edgy might be able to spend more and buy a premiership winning team.......... Oh wait on !!!!!!!

Maybe it's just me but I would think most people would agree that walking into a ground with 20 pizzas would be considered offensive and highly direspecful. Why blue thinks making a joke and mocking it will make it less offensive. Why blue should ask edgy what their thoughts are, he may think it's funny. A couple points. Not one Hamilton committee or supporter found it necessary to tell their own supporters who brought the pizzas in to take them back out again so it would be reasonable that it was club endorsed. Ask every club in the competition and see if they agree that this is an accepted practice and if their club would endorse their own supporters doing the same. When you visit a club do the right thing and buy from their canteen and if you can't bear to leave your money at their canteen then don't embarress yourself and club by bringing from home and eating and drinking at ground. Eat and drink before you get there. I have heard that a magic sponsor was so disgusted by this Hamilton act that he wants to organise a pizza night and donate double the value of the pizzas to the club as an extra donation to his sponsorship.

[Macca]

#pizzagate

[LongSufferingFan]

#pizzagate

Its all worked out ok for Magic.
Based on the publicity they have received, Dominos just announced they are Magics major sponsor for 2017. :rof:

[Bremsstrahlung]

Its all worked out ok for Magic.
Based on the publicity they have received, Dominos just announced they are Magics major sponsor for 2017. :rof:

Already been done by edgeworth eagle boys Eagles!

[Tonester]

Has any club have a dog mascot, could be sponsored by Pizza Mutt.

[EH9]

Maybe it's just me but I would think most people would agree that walking into a ground with 20 pizzas would be considered offensive and highly direspecful. Why blue thinks making a joke and mocking it will make it less offensive. Why blue should ask edgy what their thoughts are, he may think it's funny. A couple points. Not one Hamilton committee or supporter found it necessary to tell their own supporters who brought the pizzas in to take them back out again so it would be reasonable that it was club endorsed. Ask every club in the competition and see if they agree that this is an accepted practice and if their club would endorse their own supporters doing the same. When you visit a club do the right thing and buy from their canteen and if you can't bear to leave your money at their canteen then don't embarress yourself and club by bringing from home and eating and drinking at ground. Eat and drink before you get there. I have heard that a magic sponsor was so disgusted by this Hamilton act that he wants to organise a pizza night and donate double the value of the pizzas to the club as an extra donation to his sponsorship.

The pizza count is growing people!!! Can anyone confirm what types of pizza's were smuggled into the ground?

Also, I noted a toddler being spoon fed what can be best described as baby food at Darling Street last Saturday night. Can we please stop this and demand they get the kid a Schnitzel roll. Where were the duty officers!

[Lofty]

The pizza count is growing people!!! Can anyone confirm what types of pizza's were smuggled into the ground?

Also, I noted a toddler being spoon fed what can be best described as baby food at Darling Street last Saturday night. Can we please stop this and demand they get the kid a Schnitzel roll. Where were the duty officers!

:slap:

[tucker's daughter]

The pizza count is growing people!!! Can anyone confirm what types of pizza's were smuggled into the ground?

Also, I noted a toddler being spoon fed what can be best described as baby food at Darling Street last Saturday night. Can we please stop this and demand they get the kid a Schnitzel roll. Where were the duty officers!

🍕 mmmm pizza

[Nou Camp]

pizza needs its own thread
wheres the best place to get pizzas in Newcastle?

[EH9]

pizza needs its own thread
wheres the best place to get pizzas in Newcastle?

Magic Park :rof:

[Tonester]

Magic Park :rof:

Hahahaha.

[MFKS]

So looks like Piddo may be out of the GF.

Reckon he may have a semi serious knee injury and is going for a second opinion to see if he can risk playing this weekend

Could well be true. Could well just be smoke and mirrors bullshit before the big game.
That being said if he is out I think it a big loss for Magic.

Him and Jonny Griff have really stepped it up the last 3 weeks and have done a great job.

Don't know if the reserve CD is up to the same standards

[mervan]

So looks like Piddo may be out of the GF.

Reckon he may have a semi serious knee injury and is going for a second opinion to see if he can risk playing this weekend

Could well be true. Could well just be smoke and mirrors bullshit before the big game.
That being said if he is out I think it a big loss for Magic.

Him and Jonny Griff have really stepped it up the last 3 weeks and have done a great job.

Don't know if the reserve CD is up to the same standards

Higgins can do the job

[magician]

Higgins can do the job

Piddo plays magic will win
If he doesn't edgy will win

[JCBT]

Piddo plays magic will win
If he doesn't edgy will win
Is that due to his playing ability or the way he refs the ref during the game?

[halo se7en]

Edgeworth 2-1.

I don't think they'll feel the effects of Tuesday night until after the GF. They might even benefit from players having a healthy distraction & less time to think about the GF.

Either way should be a good game.

[magician]

Is that due to his playing ability or the way he refs the ref during the game?

Abit of both 😎
But he has been magics standout player for years. Leads them well. Gets stuck in which can't be said about a lot of magics players.
Will be a massive loss if he doesn't play

[GO AWAY]

As an avid azzurri supporter, id just like to wish both Broadmeadow and Edgeworth all the best for sunday, and may the best team win :)

[immersion]

Abit of both 😎
But he has been magics standout player for years. Leads them well. Gets stuck in which can't be said about a lot of magics players.
Will be a massive loss if he doesn't play

there's getting stuck in, and then theres getting stuck in piddo style.

One of them IMO is a little un-sportsman like.

[Premy]

there's getting stuck in, and then theres getting stuck in piddo style.

One of them IMO is a little un-sportsman like.

Fowards Flop, leave trialling legs, complain to refs about minimal contact and raise elbows in a contests it's seen as tools of the trade.
Defenders go in hard, have a bit of a niggle and sledge a bloke it's seen as unsportsman like... Go figure.

[immersion]

Fowards Flop, leave trialling legs, complain to refs about minimal contact and raise elbows in a contests it's seen as tools of the trade.
Defenders go in hard, have a bit of a niggle and sledge a bloke it's seen as unsportsman like... Go figure.

I can't say I agree with all your comments. In my opinion, people who use excessive force trying to put a hit on the player with the ball opposed to trying to win the ball is a little bit of a coward. It's tough for the player with the ball to brace themselves as well as the person without the ball, especially when they do it from behind at times.

I have no doubt the guy is tough. But to me, his reputation is tarnished due to senseless acts. All this is only my opinion, though.

[Lofty]

Go hard or go home. I bet all opposition are constantly making sure they don't take a loose touch when they play against him. I bet a lot of boys are happy to know he's out this weekend.

[immersion]

Go hard or go home. I bet all opposition are constantly making sure they don't take a loose touch when they play against him. I bet a lot of boys are happy to know he's out this weekend.

Thats a shame. I would prefer both teams be at full strength for this match.

Go hard at winning the ball, and not the man.

[Lofty]

Thats a shame. I would prefer both teams be at full strength for this match.

Go hard at winning the ball, and not the man.

I agree with that, but from memory he wasn't suspended for too many yellows and didn't get any red cards, so I'm not sure what the issue is.
One thing for the season that stands out for me was the sickening "challenge" out at Maitland on the Jaffas player..

[GO AWAY]

As an old CB, it was always common knowledge to get a good hit on the strikers early on in the game, let them think about whats going to happen next time they get the ball, some fullbacks do it very discreetly, some make it to obvious.... not condoning it, but its a part of the trade.
Now my sons a striker, I think fullbacks should stop with the rough tackles haha

[Bremsstrahlung]

I've played both up front and as a CB. Personally, don't see much wrong with putting a bit of a hit on somebody when making a tackle. Bit of a physical challenge never hurt anybody. A body check on the ball, let's them know you're tbere and that if they want an easy game, they ain't getting it. Works both ways though.

But there's a difference between a physical challenge and a dangerous tackle with potential to break somebodies leg.

I guess, as has been mentioned, we trust the officials to police it, and there mustn't be too much wrong with his game of he has avoided suspension, and that's with numerous different referees officiating.

[RAM]

I've played both up front and as a CB. Personally, don't see much wrong with putting a bit of a hit on somebody when making a tackle. Bit of a physical challenge never hurt anybody. A body check on the ball, let's them know you're tbere and that if they want an easy game, they ain't getting it. Works both ways though.

But there's a difference between a physical challenge and a dangerous tackle with potential to break somebodies leg.

I guess, as has been mentioned, we trust the officials to police it, and there mustn't be too much wrong with his game of he has avoided suspension, and that's with numerous different referees officiating.

Yep.

Me too.

Agree 100%.

[Ker-Plunk]

your cb is the most toughest player on the field . most attack starts with him , most defence finishes with him . always his body is on the the line with must win challenges .they give as good as they get from cf . no surprise that the 2 teams in the gf have the best cb's

[halo se7en]

HT 1-1. Virgili from a horrid GK **** up. Then McBreen leveled from a corner. Few things...

1. Magic have one plan. Kick it long to Virgili or Bradbury and see if they can do something. Otherwise they have no idea.
2. Old man Haynes needs to retire.
3. Edgy need a new keeper.
4. Edgy don't look like they've got out of first gear.
5. It's ****ing hot.
6. It took Magic at least 3-4 minutes before their goal went up on the scoreboard.

[namwob99]

7. Don't know if it's just me, but Bartv footage is horrible today.

[Reds Forever]

7. Don't know if it's just me, but Bartv footage is horrible today.

It's a love fest towards Diggers the ref. Audio was real bad in 1st half.

[halo se7en]

Edgy win it 2-1. Hammel missed a penalty but set up McBreen for his second maybe 5 minutes later. The better team on the day won.

[Speedymetric]

Cometh the hour, cometh the man Kal.......... Hang on a minute Daniel McBreen!!

[hawk]

Great result. The sooner broadmedow doesnt play a home GF every year the better, ground is sh1te. As thomo says ftm

[ForeverRed]

What shit game, I've seen more atmosphere at a funeral, no half time entertainment , nothing, poor effort nnswf

[Lofty]

Great result. The sooner broadmedow doesnt play a home GF every year the better, ground is sh1te. As thomo says ftm

No other club in Newcastle can handle over 4000 people and make it look easy. Get off the forum and do something about it instead mate.

[plague]

What shit game, I've seen more atmosphere at a funeral, no half time entertainment , nothing, poor effort nnswf

I thought it was a good game esp compared to the hack fest last year.

Edgy def deserved to win completely dominated the 2nd half.

Agent McBreen does it again.

[BodyNovo]

Id say zane won the game for the Eagles today. He Set them up perfectly 5 at the back and basically making it 3 centrebacks v 2 when it came to virgilli and kale.

I agree with an above poster. Magics sole plan was to isolate chill and kale against the defenders and I can count on my hand how often it happened. Evans was outstanding at the back and was my man of the match.

Edgy just offered a bit more going forward and had the experience of mcbreen at the end of all it.

I don't think there was 4K in that ground today I wasn't present on Tuesday but people think there was more for that game.

[ForeverRed]

No other club in Newcastle can handle over 4000 people and make it look easy. Get off the forum and do something about it instead mate.

When was there 4 thousand people there

[Imyourhero]

3. Edgy need a new keeper.

With Piggo going back to Weston maybe they could poach Ben Kelly?

[Lofty]

When was there 4 thousand people there

Today.
4300 through the gate today. Obviously it's impossible to know the figure that was there during first grade only. Those figures straight from NNSW. I didn't have time to do a head count, but if you did, then tell me your revised figure?

[ForeverRed]

[QUOTE=Lofty;162097]Today.
4300 through the gate today. Obviously it's impossible to know the figure that was there during first grade only. Those figures straight from NNSW. I didn't have time to do a head count, but if you did, then tell me your revised figure?[/QUOrTE]
I think nnswf may be wrong, seen much bigger crowds at Broadmeadow on a rainy gf, serving hot beer doesn't necessarily say you handled the crowd

[Imyourhero]

The figure would have been over the course of the day, not just for 1st grade?

[hawk]

No other club in Newcastle can handle over 4000 people and make it look easy. Get off the forum and do something about it instead mate.

wrong champ. Many grounds can handle this day. Do some research. And since you wanna start, finish school and get some common sense ya retard. another from the arrogant club. shouldnt you be searching for the best juniors in the region now?

[hawk]

The figure would have been over the course of the day

exactly, muppets think theres a world cup on and no other ground is worthy