HFL Division 2 (Country)

[Kick'n Back]

What did everyone think of the pink footys i know at Kersy oval they only used it for 1 quarter

Terrible! Our guys were looking for ways to lose it (heavy and slippery), how did they get away with only 1 quarter at Kersbrook?

Umpires decision because there was hardly a drop punt kicked or mark taken in the 1st

[false]

What did everyone think of the pink footys i know at Kersy oval they only used it for 1 quarter

Terrible! Our guys were looking for ways to lose it (heavy and slippery), how did they get away with only 1 quarter at Kersbrook?

Umpires decision because there was hardly a drop punt kicked or mark taken in the 1st

Ball got better as the game went on... still wouldn't want to use it again though.

[stun72]

How is Scott Madsen going as coach of Echunga this year?

[choppy]

Are Echunga looking to go to central next year if they win the top prize?

[Gervais]

Are Echunga looking to go to central next year if they win the top prize?

I'm unsure why they would want to return to Central. They will simply bounce along the bottom of the a-grade ladder, while their juniors will get thrashed by the big boys.

[The Sorce]

Echunga will not look to go up to Central as they do not have the Juniors. On the other hand with the Current A grade squad I would say they would be very competative! as proven by a less then impressive TV this year, Not 1/2 the team they were last year and seem to be in Central Divisions top 5

[youngpace]

What did everyone think of the pink footys i know at Kersy oval they only used it for 1 quarter

Terrible! Our guys were looking for ways to lose it (heavy and slippery), how did they get away with only 1 quarter at Kersbrook?

Umpires decision because there was hardly a drop punt kicked or mark taken in the 1st

They really were terrible, would hope that they arent used again, agree with the idea but it just had to much of an effect on the game

[youngpace]

How is Scott Madsen going as coach of Echunga this year?

I would think being 5-0 is a decent reflection of how he is going

[stun72]

How is Scott Madsen going as coach of Echunga this year?

I would think being 5-0 is a decent reflection of how he is going

Thanks Youngpace - I hadn't caught up with the results for the year - but I will remember to do so in future so not to ask a silly question..

[The Sorce]

How is Scott Madsen going as coach of Echunga this year?

I would think being 5-0 is a decent reflection of how he is going

No offence I believe who ever took over the coaching role would be in the same position 5 and zip, They have a very strong playing list!

[youngpace]

How is Scott Madsen going as coach of Echunga this year?

I would think being 5-0 is a decent reflection of how he is going

Thanks Youngpace - I hadn't caught up with the results for the year - but I will remember to do so in future so not to ask a silly question..

My appologies if that came across rude mate, was not the idea of the comment at all. As a current player i fell he is doing a excelent job! He has a clear idea of how he wants us to play and his approach to play fits us very well.

[youngpace]

How is Scott Madsen going as coach of Echunga this year?

I would think being 5-0 is a decent reflection of how he is going

No offence I believe who ever took over the coaching role would be in the same position 5 and zip, They have a very strong playing list!

I understand your point but we do have a very young and inexperienced playing group also, all be it strong. If we went out there without a good coach on the side lines against the stronger teams it would make it a long way harder!

[Alaska]

How is Scott Madsen going as coach of Echunga this year?

I would think being 5-0 is a decent reflection of how he is going

No offence I believe who ever took over the coaching role would be in the same position 5 and zip, They have a very strong playing list!

I understand your point but we do have a very young and inexperienced playing group also, all be it strong. If we went out there without a good coach on the side lines against the stronger teams it would make it a long way harder!

I agree young fella MadDog has a good structure and approach that seems to work.
Bawd’s did very well, but things change and Scott has to both adapt and make his own mark.
I am still at a loss why Lofty ditched him as B grade coach 2 years ago? (perhaps Just Quietly could help?)
But I am sure that the fact he stayed on and played even after that has helped his credentials, for a club that respects those acts.
PS. could the Central / Country split be 8 / 12 next year?

[Amateur Footy]

I agree young fella MadDog has a good structure and approach that seems to work.
Bawd’s did very well, but things change and Scott has to both adapt and make his own mark.
I am still at a loss why Lofty ditched him as B grade coach 2 years ago? (perhaps Just Quietly could help?)But I am sure that the fact he stayed on and played even after that has helped his credentials, for a club that respects those acts.
PS. could the Central / Country split be 8 / 12 next year?

Perhaps due to Lofty playing unqualified players in the finals
Central and Country will have 10 teams each, it has been voted on by each division that they will have no more than 10 teams each.

[youngpace]

I agree young fella MadDog has a good structure and approach that seems to work.
Bawd’s did very well, but things change and Scott has to both adapt and make his own mark.
I am still at a loss why Lofty ditched him as B grade coach 2 years ago? (perhaps Just Quietly could help?)
But I am sure that the fact he stayed on and played even after that has helped his credentials, for a club that respects those acts.
PS. could the Central / Country split be 8 / 12 next year?[/quote]


Not to sure why but worked out well for the Dee's. I dont think that will happen as said, the clubs voted against that. 10 teams really is ideal, two rounds a year, playing each team twice simple and fair footy.

There seems to be alot of talk about a 3 div comp. With a div one and two haveing 8 teams each, could be a good thing for the long life of the league? but i would imagin a fair way down the track before it would realy come to a head

[Trooper]

I agree young fella MadDog has a good structure and approach that seems to work.
Bawd’s did very well, but things change and Scott has to both adapt and make his own mark.
I am still at a loss why Lofty ditched him as B grade coach 2 years ago? (perhaps Just Quietly could help?)
But I am sure that the fact he stayed on and played even after that has helped his credentials, for a club that respects those acts.
PS. could the Central / Country split be 8 / 12 next year?

Not to sure why but worked out well for the Dee's. I dont think that will happen as said, the clubs voted against that. 10 teams really is ideal, two rounds a year, playing each team twice simple and fair footy.

There seems to be alot of talk about a 3 div comp. With a div one and two haveing 8 teams each, could be a good thing for the long life of the league? but i would imagin a fair way down the track before it would realy come to a head[/quote]


But if Central Div Clubs can't field junior grades will they be allowed to stay up? A couple of clubs having a few difficulties at the moment and if they continue next year it could make for a poor view on the HFL and degrade the competition.

[magpiemaster]

Echunga will not look to go up to Central as they do not have the Juniors. On the other hand with the Current A grade squad I would say they would be very competative! as proven by a less then impressive TV this year, Not 1/2 the team they were last year and seem to be in Central Divisions top 5

Have a look at their In's, more then handy. dont think they have lost much on last years side. Uraidla did belt them by 15 goal and blackwood smashed them by 12. but more competitive then Bridgy and Birdwood last year and this year for bridgy.

I agree young fella MadDog has a good structure and approach that seems to work.
Bawd’s did very well, but things change and Scott has to both adapt and make his own mark.
I am still at a loss why Lofty ditched him as B grade coach 2 years ago? (perhaps Just Quietly could help?)
But I am sure that the fact he stayed on and played even after that has helped his credentials, for a club that respects those acts.
PS. could the Central / Country split be 8 / 12 next year?

Not to sure why but worked out well for the Dee's. I dont think that will happen as said, the clubs voted against that. 10 teams really is ideal, two rounds a year, playing each team twice simple and fair footy.

There seems to be alot of talk about a 3 div comp. With a div one and two haveing 8 teams each, could be a good thing for the long life of the league? but i would imagin a fair way down the track before it would realy come to a head

But if Central Div Clubs can't field junior grades will they be allowed to stay up? A couple of clubs having a few difficulties at the moment and if they continue next year it could make for a poor view on the HFL and degrade the competition.[/quote]

Care to name, names?

[Trooper]

Echunga will not look to go up to Central as they do not have the Juniors. On the other hand with the Current A grade squad I would say they would be very competative! as proven by a less then impressive TV this year, Not 1/2 the team they were last year and seem to be in Central Divisions top 5

Have a look at their In's, more then handy. dont think they have lost much on last years side. Uraidla did belt them by 15 goal and blackwood smashed them by 12. but more competitive then Bridgy and Birdwood last year and this year for bridgy.

I agree young fella MadDog has a good structure and approach that seems to work.
Bawd’s did very well, but things change and Scott has to both adapt and make his own mark.
I am still at a loss why Lofty ditched him as B grade coach 2 years ago? (perhaps Just Quietly could help?)
But I am sure that the fact he stayed on and played even after that has helped his credentials, for a club that respects those acts.
PS. could the Central / Country split be 8 / 12 next year?

Not to sure why but worked out well for the Dee's. I dont think that will happen as said, the clubs voted against that. 10 teams really is ideal, two rounds a year, playing each team twice simple and fair footy.

There seems to be alot of talk about a 3 div comp. With a div one and two haveing 8 teams each, could be a good thing for the long life of the league? but i would imagin a fair way down the track before it would realy come to a head

But if Central Div Clubs can't field junior grades will they be allowed to stay up? A couple of clubs having a few difficulties at the moment and if they continue next year it could make for a poor view on the HFL and degrade the competition.

Care to name, names?[/quote]

I don't have a problem naming names, and a lot of the time the cyclical nature of the juniors ages is the cause for a shortage in one grade or more. Most clubs have had to deal with it.

Torrens Valley, Uraidla and Ironbank are up against it at the moment(that i know of). Yet i know Uraidla and Ironbank have junior sides at levels below under 13's. Torrens Valley has had to pull the pin on the planned under 10's and 8's sides which can mean that they will not have numbers to come into the more senior junior sides in the next couple of years.

[cricketlad]

Echunga will not look to go up to Central as they do not have the Juniors. On the other hand with the Current A grade squad I would say they would be very competative! as proven by a less then impressive TV this year, Not 1/2 the team they were last year and seem to be in Central Divisions top 5

Have a look at their In's, more then handy. dont think they have lost much on last years side. Uraidla did belt them by 15 goal and blackwood smashed them by 12. but more competitive then Bridgy and Birdwood last year and this year for bridgy.

I agree young fella MadDog has a good structure and approach that seems to work.
Bawd’s did very well, but things change and Scott has to both adapt and make his own mark.
I am still at a loss why Lofty ditched him as B grade coach 2 years ago? (perhaps Just Quietly could help?)
But I am sure that the fact he stayed on and played even after that has helped his credentials, for a club that respects those acts.
PS. could the Central / Country split be 8 / 12 next year?

Uraidla cant be doing too bad in u13's. have 2 wins on the board, and at least 1 on the bench every game. Tv are of real concern.



Not to sure why but worked out well for the Dee's. I dont think that will happen as said, the clubs voted against that. 10 teams really is ideal, two rounds a year, playing each team twice simple and fair footy.

There seems to be alot of talk about a 3 div comp. With a div one and two haveing 8 teams each, could be a good thing for the long life of the league? but i would imagin a fair way down the track before it would realy come to a head

But if Central Div Clubs can't field junior grades will they be allowed to stay up? A couple of clubs having a few difficulties at the moment and if they continue next year it could make for a poor view on the HFL and degrade the competition.

Care to name, names?

I don't have a problem naming names, and a lot of the time the cyclical nature of the juniors ages is the cause for a shortage in one grade or more. Most clubs have had to deal with it.

Torrens Valley, Uraidla and Ironbank are up against it at the moment(that i know of). Yet i know Uraidla and Ironbank have junior sides at levels below under 13's. Torrens Valley has had to pull the pin on the planned under 10's and 8's sides which can mean that they will not have numbers to come into the more senior junior sides in the next couple of years.[/quote]

[Shortman]

Gums by 6 goals over a straight shooting maccy 16.14 to 12.4 after being down at half time.

Gum player on the receiving end of one of the worst decisions ive ever seen and that is not using the slightest bit of bias. Punched in the face by a Maccy player and then the ump puts his hand to his pocket........ and shows the Gum player a red card !!!! Maccy timekeeper should put evidence forward to the tribunal, says it was his player who threw the punch.