Round 5 LIVE scores

[Big Phil]

LIVE @ GLENELG

RESERVES

Half Time:

Glenelg - 10.3 = 63

Central - 3.5 = 23


GOAL KICKERS:

Glenelg - D.Armfield 3, A.Grima, L.Hender 2, S.Snook, C.Diment, L.Earl 1

Central - N.White, B.Hood, A.Duncan 1


Chad O'Sullivan has had 10 disposals, 4 tackles and 3 clearances so far in his comeback game.

[donny c]

LIVE @ ALBERTON OVAL

Weather Conditions: Overcast with only occassional drizzle

Ground Conditions: Slightly Greasy but players handling the ball well in the Reserves

Today’s Umpires: Field – Michael Avon, Sam Hay, Leigh Haussen
Boundary – Steven Wilson, Matthew Zacher, Matthew Konetschka
Goal – Matthew Oxford, Matthew Wilson

[donny c]

Welcome to Alberton Oval, where we see the 9th placed Port Adelaide Magpies host the League Leaders West Adelaide in what should be a most fascinating encounter. The Bloods have had a sensational start to the 2011 season, unbeaten in their 3 SANFL matches to date and complemeted by a more than convincing Foxtel Cup victory. The Magpies on the other hand have been anything but consistent, however, seem to playing a far better brand of football than they have for quite a while. So, whilst the two teams are at completely opposite ends of the spectrum of the ladder, this game could well surprise – particularly with the rain which has been around in the last 24-48 hours.

It goes without saying, the battle of the mid-field could well decide the result and on a day where the ball may well spend a lot of time on the ground, the ruck duels are certain to play a crucial part, as giving first use to their respective little men will be imperative.

The Bloods are averaging just over 33 tackles per match to date this season and will need to be very tough in the clinches against the Magpies who average just under 42 tackles per match.

The one stat that is the ultimate litmus test for earning the ball is the conversion of inside 50’s to goals – because there’s nothing like efficient scoreboard pressure particularly on a wet day.

The Bloods are second in the League behind the Bulldogs in this critical area with a conversion rate of 31.05% when entering the attacking arc. Conversely, the Magpies have a rather modest 22.02% goals to entries and this is where the Bloods could very well hold the deciding advantage.

But football can be a funny affair and the side who adapts best to the conditions and maximises their opportunities will take the valuable 2 points.

For my mind, it will be the Bloods, but stranger this have happened – and the way the form line has read from of a lot of matches this season, nothing would surprise.

MY TIP – BLOODS by 23 points.

[PhilH]

Hi Don (& everyone else)

All set up at the Parade, ready to go to air in about 30 minutes

Reserves .... 17 mins into the 3rd quarter
- Norwood 14.3.87
- Eagles 8.2.50

[donny c]

LIVE @ ALBERTON OVAL

3 QTR Time in the Reserves and it's the Magpies 11-9 (75) holding a commanding 53 point lead over the Bloods 3-4 (22) building on their 29 point margin at the main break.

Crowd is starting to build here for the League clash and the weather will hopefully hold out for this clash.

[Big Phil]

LIVE @ GLENELG

RESERVES:

3/4 Time:

Glenelg - 12.4 = 76

Central - 7.8 = 50

Tigers lead by 26 points

Chad O'Sullivan has had 21 disposals, 7 clearances, 6 tackles and kicked 1 goal in his comeback game.

[PhilH]

4 minutes into final quarter ... Eagles making a combeack but it's from a long way back.

Norwood 15.6.96
Eagles 10.3.63

[donny c]

LIVE @ ALBERTON OVAL

The Magpies are really starting to skip away now, holding an 80 point lead over a flailing Bloods in the Reserves clash here at Alberton.

Good calling this afternoon to the Life FM commentary team over there at Coopers Stadium.

[Big Phil]

2 changes for the Dogs, from their side that won on ANZAC Day, as follows:

CENTRAL:

INS: L.Habel, L.Barmby

OUT: B.O'Hara (collarbone), A.Hayes (hamstring)

[CENTURION]

2 changes for the Dogs, from their side that won on ANZAC Day, as follows:

CENTRAL:

INS: L.Habel, L.Barmby

OUT: B.O'Hara (collarbone), A.Hayes (hamstring)

Funk! No Hayes is a real blow.

[PhilH]

Don we will be crossing to you in about 5 minutes

Anyone know the AFL record score and winning margin?

[Brucetiki]

10 mins q4 reserves

Glg 13.6.84
Cen 11.9.75

[Brucetiki]

24 gone q4

Glg 16.6.102
Cen 11.10.76

[donny c]

LIVE @ ALBERTON OVAL

Final Score in the Reserves - Port Adelaide Magpies 18-12(120) West Adelaide 3-4(22)

A very convincing 98 point Margin and coach Darren Mead kept the players out on the park to sing the Club Song with the strong contingent of supporters in full voice with them. A great sight and creates a great atmosphere for the League match due to commence in about 17 minutes.

[Jim05]

LIVE @ ALBERTON OVAL

Final Score in the Reserves - Port Adelaide Magpies 18-12(120) West Adelaide 3-4(22)

A very convincing 98 point Margin and coach Darren Mead kept the players out on the park to sing the Club Song with the strong contingent of supporters in full voice with them. A great sight and creates a great atmosphere for the League match due to commence in about 17 minutes.

Their league side is flying but the depth at westies looks a little thin, thats pretty poor from the ressies

[PhilH]

17 mins final quarter ... Norwood are home

Norwood 16.6.102
Eagles 12.5.77

Final in reserves

Norwood 18.7.115
Eagles 13.6.84

Sickining head clash between two players in the resevres (one each club)
- Chase Bowen for norwood
- Christian Grocke for Eagles ... both stretchered off

[Brodlach]

LIVE @ ALBERTON OVAL

Final Score in the Reserves - Port Adelaide Magpies 18-12(120) West Adelaide 3-4(22)

A very convincing 98 point Margin and coach Darren Mead kept the players out on the park to sing the Club Song with the strong contingent of supporters in full voice with them. A great sight and creates a great atmosphere for the League match due to commence in about 17 minutes.

Their league side is flying but the depth at westies looks a little thin, thats pretty poor from the ressies

Depth is thin because there are so many injuries at the club. I would think 14-15 from the league or reserves

[donny c]

LIVE @ ALBERTON OVAL

Just some slight drizzle starting to fall, but little breeze to speak of....the umpires are out on the ground as are the Bloods but yet to see the Magpies....Bloods going through a very fast paced and structured warm up.......looking very sharp and up and about for this clash.

[donny c]

LIVE @ ALBERTON OVAL

Magpies finally take the field and yes Jim, it was a very insipid performance from the Bloods Reserves...............disappointing to say the least!! Plenty to like about your League outfit though and looking forward to watching them live for the first time this season

[Big Phil]

LIVE @ GLENELG

RESERVES:

Final Scores:

Glenelg - 17.6 = 108

Central - 12.12 = 84


GOAL KICKERS:

Glenelg - A.Grima 5, D.Armfield, L.Hender 3, L.Earl 2, S.Snook, C.Diment, J.Carger, J.Hinge 1

Central - C.Edmead, A.Duncan 3, N.White 2, A.Cullen, J.Wittwer, B.Hood, C.O'Sullivan 1


Chad O'Sullivan finished with 23 disposals, 7 tackles and 7 clearances and a goal in his comeback game.