Adelaide Plains Football League

[mighty hounds]

hearing that Hamley Bridge have signed two bothers both from West Adelaide, I dont know the names, can anyone else help...

how many imports are they allowed? looks like they have gone over already

[SAM GRIBBLES]

Travis Natt definately come from seaton to Hamley Bridge.
Peter Burgoyne at United is on apparently $36,000 for the year.

Bollocks

[mighty hounds]

Whats the break down on the $36k, What sort of coin for a Sign On etc.

aprox $2250 a game

[Swamp Donkey]

Heard a bit of rumour that playing senior footy at Mallala is "too much hard work and committment" for a young chap these days . Hence his request for a clearance to a club that have guaranteed a spot in their A grade. I guess this approach works for some clubs and not for others, it does explain a few things though

No spots guaranteed out that way swamp. Doesn't mind a spew in fitness work though.

No one is guaranteed a spot in any club. Some things come into play, fitness, form and injury etc.
It has been unfortunate for the young man that these have weighed down selectors in recent years.
He will be spew'n even more, knowing his clearance was knocked back.

Longies expected a knock back from their main foe. It's not going to be hard to fill out another one. Let's hope the the boy stands firm...

I think your all forgetting the reason the "clearance" process is in place. Its to stop people from switching clubs at will for no apparent reason. If the player isnt willing to make an effort to sort out his issues like most people and speak to someone to try and resolve them rather than try and sneak around and take the easy option of sending through a fax, then why should a club bend over backs instantly when he wants to shaft them and move to a rival club? If clearances were given out at will, the process would be a waste of time. If clubs just think that getting a player cleared involves submitting a clearance 3 times, then I think your mistaking and have a very short memory!!

Now if that doesnt get the lads from under the tower going then nothing will

[Frognastie]

I think the reason for the clearance, is that he dosnt want to play for Malalla.(Who could blame him) - pretty simple swampy

Why should he try and resolve his issues?? I thought a clearance to another club is resolving the issues in the first instance!

P.S Yes, I am a Longies Fan

[Swamp Donkey]

Why should he try and resolve his issues?? I thought a clearance to another club is resolving the issues in the first instance!

What are his issues?

[Frognastie]

Why should he try and resolve his issues?? I thought a clearance to another club is resolving the issues in the first instance!

What are his issues?

Obviously dosnt want to play at Malalla.

[Moon Unit]

Have to agree with Swamp here.
Up to this point everyone involved in this proposed clearance (Chappy, Mallala & Longies) have all acted within there rights & how most players & clubs would act. Firstly, Most players get the new club to lodge the clearance these days especially if they are young non confrontational lads. I think a lot players seeking clearances just think this is the norm. Secondly, I would be very surprised if any club just accepts the first clearance lodgment without meeting with the player first. Uniteds policy is to meet with the player to discuss why he wants to leave & if it can be resolved. Clubs at the very least need to know this feedback.

What happens next should be when comments are made.

[Mythical Creature]

Have to agree with Swamp here.
Up to this point everyone involved in this proposed clearance (Chappy, Mallala & Longies) have all acted within there rights & how most players & clubs would act. Firstly, Most players get the new club to lodge the clearance these days especially if they are young non confrontational lads. I think a lot players seeking clearances just think this is the norm. Secondly, I would be very surprised if any club just accepts the first clearance lodgment without meeting with the player first. Uniteds policy is to meet with the player to discuss why he wants to leave & if it can be resolved. Clubs at the very least need to know this feedback.

What happens next should be when comments are made.

Ahh, you talk way too much sense Unit, I can see you becoming one of the greats of coaching one day . But yes you are right in that we probably expected the first clearance to be denied. I will save my comments until after the second clearance has been dealt with as I am pretty sure we would deny any intra-league clearances in the first instance as well to give us time to chat with the said player and see where we can improve as a club. As you know we have always done this in the past, but if the player wants to leave they have ALWAYS been cleared.

It seems to me the only people making a fuss over this at the moment is people from Mallala themselves.

[Swamp Donkey]

Ahh, you talk way too much sense Unit, I can see you becoming one of the greats of coaching one day . But yes you are right in that we probably expected the first clearance to be denied. I will save my comments until after the second clearance has been dealt with as I am pretty sure we would deny any intra-league clearances in the first instance as well to give us time to chat with the said player and see where we can improve as a club. As you know we have always done this in the past, but if the player wants to leave they have ALWAYS been cleared.

It seems to me the only people making a fuss over this at the moment is people from Mallala themselves.

Its all been a bit of a tongue in check "fuss" MC, so I wouldnt take it all too seriously mate plus theres not much point having a crack at me, because I have nothing to do with it all, I'm just a hack on here stirring you up (and killing it), however I do look forward to the dialogue on here in the coming weeks. I'm sure things will sort themselves out. You can't always get what you want when you want MC, there are other clubs, people involved other than yourselves, so best be patient and let the process take care of itself.

Personally I hope things sort themselves out one way or the other for Chappy's sake.

[Mythical Creature]

Ahh, you talk way too much sense Unit, I can see you becoming one of the greats of coaching one day . But yes you are right in that we probably expected the first clearance to be denied. I will save my comments until after the second clearance has been dealt with as I am pretty sure we would deny any intra-league clearances in the first instance as well to give us time to chat with the said player and see where we can improve as a club. As you know we have always done this in the past, but if the player wants to leave they have ALWAYS been cleared.

It seems to me the only people making a fuss over this at the moment is people from Mallala themselves.

Its all been a bit of a tongue in check "fuss" MC, so I wouldnt take it all too seriously mate plus theres not much point having a crack at me, because I have nothing to do with it all, I'm just a hack on here stirring you up (and killing it), however I do look forward to the dialogue on here in the coming weeks. I'm sure things will sort themselves out. You can't always get what you want when you want MC, there are other clubs, people involved other than yourselves, so best be patient and let the process take care of itself.

Mate, I just said that at the moment I don't think its a big deal, and that we would do the same thing in the first instance. I have just typed this slower hoping you might understand it better.

[Swamp Donkey]

Its all been a bit of a tongue in check "fuss" MC, so I wouldnt take it all too seriously mate plus theres not much point having a crack at me, because I have nothing to do with it all, I'm just a hack on here stirring you up (and killing it), however I do look forward to the dialogue on here in the coming weeks. I'm sure things will sort themselves out. You can't always get what you want when you want MC, there are other clubs, people involved other than yourselves, so best be patient and let the process take care of itself.

Mate, I just said that at the moment I don't think its a big deal, and that we would do the same thing in the first instance

Good to hear MC, good to hear

[jumbo]

Mate, I just said that at the moment I don't think its a big deal, and that we would do the same thing in the first instance. I have just typed this slower hoping you might understand it better.

footy must be getting closer .... the banter is hotting up .....

[Swamp Donkey]

My tips for 2010:

United: New coach will bring a fresh attitude and enthusiasm to the group and with Burgoyne and plenty of other fresh faces, should surely press for top spot.
Two Wells: Everyone expects the Roosters to improve on last year. Some big ins to add to their strong list of young fellas. Will be super tough to beat.
Mallala: Expectations are to make top 3 at least after 3 solid seasons. Missing 6 from last years GF side and with 6-8 senior colts pressing for selection, recruitment has been lean this year, however young blood will create plenty of pressure for senior players. Will underachieve if finish lower than 3rd.
HWE: Still plenty of quality running around, and will always win more than they loose due to thier class and experience.
Virginia: Will be between HWE and Virginia for the final spot, have been quite over summer but will push the top sides on thier day.
Balaklava:
Hamley: Hopefully for the comps sake I am wrong and they push for top 4.

[wangas#4]

Mate, I just said that at the moment I don't think its a big deal, and that we would do the same thing in the first instance. I have just typed this slower hoping you might understand it better.

footy must be getting closer .... the banter is hotting up .....

Is good reading Jumbo

[wangas#4]

My tips for 2010:

United: New coach will bring a fresh attitude and enthusiasm to the group and with Burgoyne and plenty of other fresh faces, should surely press for top spot.
Two Wells: Everyone expects the Roosters to improve on last year. Some big ins to add to their strong list of young fellas. Will be super tough to beat.
Mallala: Expectations are to make top 3 at least after 3 solid seasons. Missing 6 from last years GF side and with 6-8 senior colts pressing for selection, recruitment has been lean this year, however young blood will create plenty of pressure for senior players. Will underachieve if finish lower than 3rd.
HWE: Still plenty of quality running around, and will always win more than they loose due to thier class and experience.
Virginia: Will be between HWE and Virginia for the final spot, have been quite over summer but will push the top sides on thier day.
Balaklava:
Hamley: Hopefully for the comps sake I am wrong and they push for top 4.

No comment on balaklava swamp interresting

[jumbo]

My tips for 2010:

United: New coach will bring a fresh attitude and enthusiasm to the group and with Burgoyne and plenty of other fresh faces, should surely press for top spot.
Two Wells: Everyone expects the Roosters to improve on last year. Some big ins to add to their strong list of young fellas. Will be super tough to beat.
Mallala: Expectations are to make top 3 at least after 3 solid seasons. Missing 6 from last years GF side and with 6-8 senior colts pressing for selection, recruitment has been lean this year, however young blood will create plenty of pressure for senior players. Will underachieve if finish lower than 3rd.
HWE: Still plenty of quality running around, and will always win more than they loose due to thier class and experience.
Virginia: Will be between HWE and Virginia for the final spot, have been quite over summer but will push the top sides on thier day.
Balaklava:
Hamley: Hopefully for the comps sake I am wrong and they push for top 4.

No comment on balaklava swamp interresting

could be the quiet acheiver's - a couple of years of blooding some quality youngsters will be a benefit for sure.

[Swamp Donkey]

My tips for 2010:

United: New coach will bring a fresh attitude and enthusiasm to the group and with Burgoyne and plenty of other fresh faces, should surely press for top spot.
Two Wells: Everyone expects the Roosters to improve on last year. Some big ins to add to their strong list of young fellas. Will be super tough to beat.
Mallala: Expectations are to make top 3 at least after 3 solid seasons. Missing 6 from last years GF side and with 6-8 senior colts pressing for selection, recruitment has been lean this year, however young blood will create plenty of pressure for senior players. Will underachieve if finish lower than 3rd.
HWE: Still plenty of quality running around, and will always win more than they loose due to thier class and experience.
Virginia: Will be between HWE and Virginia for the final spot, have been quite over summer but will push the top sides on thier day.
Balaklava:
Hamley: Hopefully for the comps sake I am wrong and they push for top 4.

No comment on balaklava swamp interresting

could be the quiet acheiver's - a couple of years of blooding some quality youngsters will be a benefit for sure.

Def a bit of an unknown Jumbo, but I must admit in one game last year they selected 5-6 senior colts and they were all quality players so signs look pretty good for them, but how hard is it to pick a ladder . I think all teams have to ability to finish top 4 but I guess itll come down to consistency. Wouldnt surprise me if they make finals.

[uncle_fester]

My tips for 2010:

Hamley: Hopefully for the comps sake I am wrong and they push for top 4.

hope you not wrong!

i want my $50

[SAM GRIBBLES]

Ahh, you talk way too much sense Unit, I can see you becoming one of the greats of coaching one day . But yes you are right in that we probably expected the first clearance to be denied. I will save my comments until after the second clearance has been dealt with as I am pretty sure we would deny any intra-league clearances in the first instance as well to give us time to chat with the said player and see where we can improve as a club. As you know we have always done this in the past, but if the player wants to leave they have ALWAYS been cleared.

It seems to me the only people making a fuss over this at the moment is people from Mallala themselves.

Its all been a bit of a tongue in check "fuss" MC, so I wouldnt take it all too seriously mate plus theres not much point having a crack at me, because I have nothing to do with it all, I'm just a hack on here stirring you up (and killing it), however I do look forward to the dialogue on here in the coming weeks. I'm sure things will sort themselves out. You can't always get what you want when you want MC, there are other clubs, people involved other than yourselves, so best be patient and let the process take care of itself.

Personally I hope things sort themselves out one way or the other for Chappy's sake.

I understand swamp he has a meeting with you guys tomorrow night ,i hope things can be sorted . He seems like a nice lad we would love his services .If he decides to wear black and white ,you owe the longies boys a shout at the bar because he has been training since november and he is nearly running 4 k's in 15 minutes. Ohh and by the way ,i tried that gps spot on the bottom of your page and ended up on the pt gawler sand flats ....Thanks mate.