lovetotalkfooty wrote:I will be very interested to see Ingle Farms thoughts on the game.
Out of a retirement for a short time only..
Brahma Lodge were very impressive, particularly the 3rd quarter. In the first half though, it felt like it was "Steele v Spence" - both forwards were running riot. Steele is a FREAK! He must've kicked 7 goals on the weekend. quick on the lead, strong hands and a beautiful kick, but very clever as well - worked players under the ball well. Combined well with Wanganeen, and the ability to free up McIntyre to run through the midfield was very clever by Lodge.
McKee v Gannell was a good battle all day, but felt when the game was there to be won, Gannell took it up a level. A few contested marks across half forward as the Tigers looked to clear from defense were telling.
Huitema mopped up everything down back with ease, and I was actually surprised by Tippett - he moves well for a bigger lad, and he exposed the Farmers lazy forwards.
Big blows losing Savage and Brooks for this clash, but i think it was almost a blessing in disguise - forced Lodge to select Craven who proved a valuable foil for McKee, and Cook & Krelle who added much needed outside speed to the lineup.
One thing is certain, the Lodge can score heavily and they can score super quick! If they can tighten up the defensive aspect of their game a bit, they'll be genuine contenders next year - they have a lot of game breakers, and a lot of guys who can break lines with run and foot skills.
Terrible that there had to be a loser on Saturday, because that was genuinely one of the more enjoyable matches to watch this season, both sides could've/should've/deserved to win. Hats off to Brahma for their never say die attitude - 7 points down with less than 5min remaining and fought back to level.
Congratulations on a wonderful season in both grades, always a formidable opponent.
Oh and in closing, the Lodge have a bit of coin.. how about making some room in the budget next year to buy Groover a decent hair cut! That's the worst do i've seen since my mum made me sport a mullet back in year 3