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& where's my congrat on picking Cracker for the normy.. How many Burger bourbons -1 were on offer for that??

I think most GF's (the main few grades anyway) wen't the way most predicted, congrat's to ES & KH.. Both short priced favourites after a few rounds & duely saluted on the big stage.

I guess we will all transfer the discussion to bigfooty for the winter...
 
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Gee, you boys get sucked in by this bloke easily.

I'll give the credit where it's due. Firstly, kudos for being able to switch on a PC after rushing to hospital with sunstroke on Saturday afternoon. Albinos playing footy before a GF on 33 degree days are never a good mix. As for ESBC, it was a resounding win led by the 2 youngest players in the side. To chase the score 1 down in half the overs was nothing short of brilliant. Manders' 5 for was a great effort and was almost a shoo-in for back-2-back Harry Morgan's til up jumped Crack Diddy with a sublime batting display.
Unfortunately what you don't see is, no one bothers to sing your praises cos you're on here doing it yourself along with Mr.Fantana. The proof is in the pudding on how great this dynasty is. Jumping on a forum to get validation from your peers or seeking praise is never going to cut it. There's no way you'd be one here telling West Bentleigh, Union or Elwood how good they are or how well they've done to win another flag. You're kidding yourself if you think otherwise. Now get off this forum and get yourself down to the Sandy to revel in another successful season, you chimp!

The negativity on my part is aimed at the CMCA. The past 2 weeks have been a joke. To have different rules in different grades and no club having a basic understanding of where their club stood in respect to possible scenarios until mid-week leading into a reserve day speaks volumes for the ineptitude of those at HQ.
 
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Uncle Mick,

Great to have you back with a couple of marvellous ( another for Richie ) posts.You are a great voice of reason and I could just see the day when you,clocker and the mysterious Merlot form a debating team that no one would have a chance against.

I have heard the speculation around the traps and was flattered to be thought to be two of the CMCA legends in Jumbo and Cedric, when Merlot is really just a nobody who enjoys exchanging wits with some of superior intelligence such as yourself,clocker,jimmy,archie,sugar etc and then those obvious lesser beings brett,the gold cap collective (fanta pants,the keyboard sticker,FFF),the B impersonator,etc.Afterall isn't that what the forum is for!

FFF,

Dolly just pass me the gaff , you are obviously a young whipper snipper judging by UM comments and probably don't know who Dolly or the gaff is?

Get your beer googles off and listen and read.

Merlot never said he was a better cricketer than you of the foreign legion.When one of you clowns said Murali was the best going around I just mentioned a few of the greats that Merlot was priveledged to witness over many decades of CMCA watching.I played the game okay had some success and remained at one club unlike many of the foreign legion.

congratulations ,Merlot and GC's are not 3 or is that 4 words I would ever use in the same breath,a bit like congress and efficient! When you learn to be gracious winners,play the game in manner it was meant to be played, and on the few occassions you loose be good loosers, that's the day Merlot will acknowledge your feats!Also just watch your language or you could end up on the scrap heap like Ham & Cheese and Vass!

The BBQ mob still didn't escape your wrath even though you cruised to your expected win, the one wicket still wasn't out!

Fanta,

Why would I need to say Hello as I give the labrador his daily exercise because I know who the fiscal one is and while the bluey line helped flush you out the famous I live near Le Page Park just confirmed it!


I did not say the results of the games would be changed due to the farsical different rules for different games and agreements that Clocker confirms were never made however the sides who batted on the first weekend had far worse conditions than those who batted this weekend.As Adam said the result was probably known in January rules,weather,whatever was never going to change it.

What I alluded to a few posts ago was that the executive could have shown some real intestical fortitude and restarted the games in identical conditions on last Saturday & Sunday but that would have been too far out of left field for the conservative congress and their long face leader.

It is time you gold caps put something back into the competition instead of taking it all and giving nothing back.Get Collo's octengerian mate out of the congress and you know alls get in their and contribute something back to the game which has given you so much in such a short time.

It just amazes me that so many of you whinge about what Barrack and Congress has done or hasn't done but let me repeat once again at the end of the day you the clubs elect them and must demand answers to the farce we have put up with in the last 6 months!

As always until next time Merlot

Archie (mmmmmmm ) enjoy the Horlicks
 
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Burgs, well done mate, let me guess you are also predicting big things from the Hawkers!?

Merlot, with your super powers of investigation, it's a wonder you haven't been seconded by the OPI to assist in their "internal" investigations! If I am "the fiscal one", surely I must have some intelligence! I wouldn't mind opposing that debating team you mentioned, think I could get a team together (from the GC crew you so clearly think so lowly of) that would give you a run for your money! Whoops there I go again, being all fiscal!:rolleyes:
Apart from the post-game presentations etc, I actually can understand how the exec got to where they did re: the decision on the GF conditions. No real precedent to go by, other than the old 4-day final days. Maybe they could just keep adding days to the season so we get 2 full days play in! We could finish on ANZAC Day or something!
 
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Merlot,
Clearly the posts from some of the East Sandringham gentiles has the same effect as the French do on all of Europe.It was the great Norm Smith who after the 1958 Grand Final addressed the Collingwood vermin and explained that:'I hate you bastards, but I do respect you'. In any event the figures speak for themselves whether you hate them or respect them.I suspect it is a bit of both. I tips my lid to East Sandringham as their consistent performance of a 30 year period is a credit to their club, players, and to all of the hardworking people behind the scenes.

Since 1979-1980 season there have been 30 Grand Finals, with the following records:

East Sandringham: Won 14 Lost 7
Total:21 Grand Final appearances

Brighton Union (Rah Rah’s):Won:6 Lost:3
Total: 9 Grand Final appearances.

Brighton Church of Christ/Brighton Central: Won 1 Lost 2
Total:3 Grand Final Appearances.

Bentleigh Uniting:Won 3 Lost 2
Total:5 Grand Final appearances.

Bailey Park(now defunct): Won 0 Lost 2
Total: 2 Grand Final appearances.*** They were premiers in 1978-1979, but I wanted to keep it to a round number.

Elwood:Won 1 Lost 0
Total:1 Grand Final appearance.

Washington Park:Won 1 Lost 1
Total:2 Grand Final appearances.

Mackie:Won 1 Lost 2
Total:3 Grand Final appearances.

Omega: Won 3 Lost 3
Total:6 Grand Final appearances.

West Bentleigh: Won 0 Lost 3
Total:3 Grand Final appearances.

Hampton Central: Won 0 Lost 2
Total:2 Grand Final appearances

Moorabbin West: Won 0 Lost 1
Total: 1 Grand Final appearance.

Le Page: Won 0 Lost 1
Total: 1 Grand Final appearance.
 
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Remarkable stats, Clocker. Care to divulge to the rest of us where these were acquired? Surely not the CMCA website???
 
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BrianFantana;340126 said:
Burgs, well done mate, let me guess you are also predicting big things from the Hawkers!?

Merlot, with your super powers of investigation, it's a wonder you haven't been seconded by the OPI to assist in their "internal" investigations! If I am "the fiscal one", surely I must have some intelligence! I wouldn't mind opposing that debating team you mentioned, think I could get a team together (from the GC crew you so clearly think so lowly of) that would give you a run for your money! Whoops there I go again, being all fiscal!:rolleyes:
Apart from the post-game presentations etc, I actually can understand how the exec got to where they did re: the decision on the GF conditions. No real precedent to go by, other than the old 4-day final days. Maybe they could just keep adding days to the season so we get 2 full days play in! We could finish on ANZAC Day or something!
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Thanks Sherwin,

Yes mate.. anything less than a GF apperance would have to be considered a failure I think.

Let's hope the power that be can use this year as an example to stream-line the rules for the furture, like they say.. No problems in making mistakes, as long as you learn from them!!

wow that's impressive from ES 21 GF's in last 30 years.
Hate to say it, but can't really see anyone knocking them off the perch for a few years, unless the had a mass exodus, which I would think is unlikely when you keep winning the flag..
 
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Good Evening All,

It seems things have dried up a bit on the forum even though it is raining what a contradiction,but Old Merlot will still put in his daily effort.

Clocker

Another outstanding post but you disappoint me, just when I thought you knew who I was you come up with a complete injustice.

Without providing reasons for obvious reasons Merlot has absolutly no respect for the GC's and while hate is a very strong word, my dear old dad taught me not to hate any one ,but that doesn't stop my intense dislike for the GC's and all they stand for.

Your impressive stats only show a 50% strike rate for both them and most of the teams mentioned.I can still hear their squeals on the 50% they lost even from the long on boundary in the deck chair!

Great to see you quote from the Go Dees legend Norman Smith one of the best to hold the coaches clip board.

Fanta pants,scotnofriends,Sherwin,Scott,chunky, whichever name you want to go under now that Burger has just confirmed what Merlot already knew,I am available for the OPI if they need a man of integrity to do the job.

While Uncle Mick and Clocker haven't accepted my kind invitation to join the debating team,but put up your team, real or code names it doesn't matter we can work out who they are any way.What topics would you like 'The efficiency of Barrack and his Congress ' where you can defend the positive and we will go with the negative in a Burger bourbon sure fire bet.I suppose with a team full of sledgers you could put up mulitple teams and still not win as the adjudicator would have a bit more control than the BBQ mob you are use to.

You are getting as silly as Brett don't you know there are restrictions on sporting contests on Anzac Day!The defeated motion by congress was for last Sat & Sun no one said it was an endless summer like they played in the 1800's.You must be still dizzy from that cheap bottle of red you consumed and the elation of balancing the TPP!

as always until next time Merlot
 
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SNAP!

Call me whatever you like Merl, happy that you know who I am. Yes I know about the restriction on Sport on ANZAC Day, but I am sure if those at Congress made an application and agreed to raise some $$$ for the RSL (sorry being fiscal again, but a worthy cause), and the fact that we start at 1pm, we should be ok! I am pretty sure local footy comps have the odd game on ANZAC Day, and with this year the 25th of April being a Saturday, I think you'll find the majority are.

Care to divulge your club, so that we can make judgement on our level of respect for it and whether or not we like you (the club that is)! Our club's record speaks for itself, whether we make friends or not.

Geez we really are covering the BIG ISSUES here!

Burgs, no mass exodus mate, maybe the odd retirement, who knows. UM is the only one to leave recently for reasons that he has gone over several times, which is fair enough. Not too many others in his situation I think. Commiserations on the 1 dayers too mate, seems through no lack of effort on your part.
 
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To Brian Fantapants

Well done to you & your boys down at Duncan St, what a fantastic effort from the lads not doubt it is a tight group down there which is one of many reason for the sucess you lads have produced. Having departed the CMCA i can inform you that the people within the DDCA have heard of what you lads have been able to do in the last 8 seasons & are in some what in ore of your achievements.
Well done to Crackers & bad luck to Lukey Manders, but 2 flags in 2 season & 1 Harry Morgan Medal is a brilliant effort.

Well done to the HEATH, who have worked hard & deserve the right to move into Longy next season.
I remember playing them in a practice match at the start of the 08-09 season & thought they were talented enough to go all the way, well done to Leroy & Schwarze & there club.

To Merlot, maybe now the season is dusted we can stop hearing you sook over Barrack & CO.
The weather was unfortunate during GF week which effected some of the games but instead of bitching you can now tell us who you are so you can run for the positon of President next year in the CMCA.
So we can see what you have to offer & see how you handle people throwing stones at you from over a fence and running off which is basically what you have done at the CMCA board since your 1st post on here under an ALIAS.

PS please keep your dribble short instead of doing a 10 page essay.

Good luck to all forum members during the winter & football season & keep us updated with the whispers & rumours of departures or arrivals at any clubs, ie is Pothitos really going to ELWOOD next season.
 
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And bad luck Manders? Hahahaha.... not all of us play for personal glory.
 
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brett;340785 said:
To Brian Fantapants

Well done to you & your boys down at Duncan St, what a fantastic effort from the lads not doubt it is a tight group down there which is one of many reason for the sucess you lads have produced. Having departed the CMCA i can inform you that the people within the DDCA have heard of what you lads have been able to do in the last 8 seasons & are in some what in ore of your achievements.
Well done to Crackers & bad luck to Lukey Manders, but 2 flags in 2 season & 1 Harry Morgan Medal is a brilliant effort.

Well done to the HEATH, who have worked hard & deserve the right to move into Longy next season.
I remember playing them in a practice match at the start of the 08-09 season & thought they were talented enough to go all the way, well done to Leroy & Schwarze & there club.

To Merlot, maybe now the season is dusted we can stop hearing you sook over Barrack & CO.
The weather was unfortunate during GF week which effected some of the games but instead of bitching you can now tell us who you are so you can run for the positon of President next year in the CMCA.
So we can see what you have to offer & see how you handle people throwing stones at you from over a fence and running off which is basically what you have done at the CMCA board since your 1st post on here under an ALIAS.

PS please keep your dribble short instead of doing a 10 page essay.

Good luck to all forum members during the winter & football season & keep us updated with the whispers & rumours of departures or arrivals at any clubs, ie is Pothitos really going to ELWOOD next season.
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Brett,
You are very selective in going after Merlot. He has made a number of valid points. The fact that Phil Cox is a mate of yours and a former committee member of BU, should not cloud your judgment that the Executive has been an abject failure in handling what should have been a straightforward matter.If you are unable to concerntrate for more than 2 lines then cease and desist from reading any further as you will no doubt go blind with the next post.
 
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SEASON REVIEW

Well what an interesting season we have experienced for 2008-2009. East Sandringham continued their 30 year dominance of the competition by adding another flag to their immense collection, much to the chagrin of Merlot and others.Woolnough saw Kingston Heath finally shake off the ghosts of the past and earn promotion to Longmuir. Their potential and depth of youth is immense and barring any misfortune, they could become the next powerhouse of the Longmuir competition in the next 3-5 years. Enough said about the farcical finals system and the Executive. To quote Burger, ‘No problems in making mistakes, as long as you learn from them!!’ Just be big enough to admit to them.

Hampton Central: Played off in the Grand Final last season and failed to score a win for the 2008-2009 season. Injury, loss of form, a depleted bowling attack and lack of depth did not help their cause. It demonstrates how a club can quickly fall away, and is a salient warning to a few other clubs. Where to for next season? If they maintain the current list they should bounce straight back from Woolnough.If they lose players then it could result in an extended stay in Woolnough.They need to fast track their juniors, but they are a strong club and will bounce back.

Carnegie South: For the second year running the Redbacks defeated Bentleigh Uniting, and managed to defeat the hapless Hampton Central and a disappointing ANA. Their third year in Longmuir they have yet to really find their feet. Once again they demonstrated a propensity to implode, with performances of 80 against West Bentleigh, 89 against Brighton Union and 90 against Mackie. They have a number of up and coming juniors who look like good prospects, and with the coaching of Bruce Haley they will develop into very good cricketers. The question is can they hang onto these kids or will they be leaving for the greener pastures of Sub district and District competitions? Great for cricket overall but it does nothing for the club in their endeavors to climb up the ladder? Their seconds made the finals in C Grade which is encouraging. Since his appointment as coach of the Redbacks, Bruce Haley has done a remarkable job with very limited resources at his disposal including their poor excuse for a ground. One wonders what Mackie were thinking when they let him go. Time will tell.

Bentleigh ANA: A new coach with impeccable credentials, a disciplinarian and an eye for developing the youth of the club heralded a lot of optimism for ANA.An emphatic win over the big spending Brighton Union in Round 1 promised a lot and there were murmurings of finals from some observers. Alas the season went pear shaped, but ended on a positive note with a hard fought win against Washington Park. In between there were a number of inconsistent performances and some internal issues with their ‘gun’ recruit from Cheltenham which resulted in him leaving the club and returning to Cheltenham. Added to that their long serving President has stepped aside and handed the reigns over to the next generation. No doubt the selection committee took the opportunity to blood a number of promising youngsters and gave them a taste of what to expect. The batting of ANA has relied on too few with the outspoken ‘Judge Roy’ Mikkelsen leading the way, but receiving very little support from the senior players. ANA is a club well renowned for their lack of patience and have not hesitated in sacking coaches and/or players whom they believe have failed to meet their expectations. Will the new committee have the patience to allow these kids to develop? Will they use their immense war chest to go out and buy a few ready made recruits? Time will tell and one hopes they stick with their youth and not ‘burn’ them when things do not proceed as expected. Old habits die hard and it is well known that they have already approached a former player to try and bolster their middle order.


Brighton Union: Rumours abounded all pre season of some very serious internal problems with the hooped ones. Ivan Delac was appointed as captain. The unilateral manner in which this was done did not sit well with many, including 2008 CMCA player of the year. It did not take long for a number of clubs to find his number and have a friendly chat. It was rumoured that he had been signed up by West Bentleigh and then had a late change of heart as the committee at Union came to their senses and allegedly made him an offer he could not refuse. Irrespective, all the attention for the wrong reasons was focused upon Union. A first round loss to ANA did not help their cause, but they regrouped and won the next 4 matches. Speaking to one CMCA skipper during the course of the season he mentioned that it seemed to him that Union had 4 captains on the field and that there were directives flying from all positions. He described it as bizarre. The hoops met East Sandringham and were comprehensively beaten. They did not lose another game for the remainder of the season and it appeared to be set up for a classic finals encounter with their nemesis East Sandringham….that is until the last match of the season. An injury sustained to their opening bowler in a pre match warm up threatened to derail their plans. The little master CP unknowingly sustained an injury during the game and after being dismissed was questioned as to his choice of shot. A serious exchange and a report ensued which resulted in the now infamous exclamation from Judge Roy Mikkelson. CP received 3 weeks and Judge Roy Mikkelson’s comment went down in the annals of CMCA history alongside FDR’s ‘a date that will live in infamy’. In all reality CP had no chance of playing due to the injury sustained to his hand. His season was over and the hooped ones were out in straight sets joining the ranks of ANA & Mackie who have accomplished this feat. Disappointing end to the season. Merlot was inconsolable, Brian Fantana was running around the vast empty spaces of Le Page screeching with joy whilst his dog looked on totally bewildered, but the rumblings continued that there are a lot of unhappy players at the club. Interesting that the hoops website was removed about 6 weeks ago. Hope they have not run out of money. Next season is crunch time for the hoops. Another failure and the casualty list could become extensive starting with their skipper followed closely by their coach.

Bentleigh Uniting: Ended the 2007-2008 season on a disappointing note by losing the First Semi Final. A change of coach was announced and then all hell broke loose. Brett took his bat and keeping gloves and went to play with the kids at Marantha.Rumblings behind the scenes that the new coach was upsetting a lot of people, rumors of factions and mass walkouts and finally that some of the legends were being asked to step aside. Not a great way to start a season. At the end of Round 2 they were playing for their season. They finally got their act together and won the next 4 games. Losses to Mackie, Brighton Union and an abandoned game due to the heat ended their season. Bentleigh Uniting have immense depth and a very good list of younger players who are developing at an alarming rate (for other clubs). This season was a wasted year and they will learn from their mistakes. Certain finalist next season.


Washington Park: A terrible year for the Sharks with the passing of the universally respected John Quiney. The Sharks started the season with plenty of optimism, the appointment of a new coach, Tony Verrall as assistant and the continuing love affair with Leon Pickering. Nothing new in the way of recruits, but promised that their kids would develop and be pushed through. Their opening game against their traditional rivals in Mackie was proceeding well, and at 7/184 chasing 205, a win looked the likely result for the Sharks. It do not happen and their season was very much the same story. After Round 6 they were sitting on 4/2 and had lost to Uniting and Mackie.They were unable to beat the top teams and did not win another game for the season. Their attack lacked penetration and their batting whilst very dangerous at times was inconsistent and they just lost wickets at the wrong time of a game when victory is almost within sight. The Sharks future looks bright as they have six senior teams as well as a strong junior structure. They need a couple of bowlers and perseverance with their juniors. Interesting to see whether the Sharks can keep Tony Verrall next season. He has attracted some interest from other clubs and is a well credentialed coach.
 
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clocker,

What a magnificent ( more than Marvellous post ) with a comprehensive summary of the season.Brett is probably still reading your last post if he hasn't fallen asleep!

Brett,

You put old Merlot's computer into melt down with your tirade trotting out the well worn party line.Do you harbour ambitions to go back to BU that you haven't said a bad word about Barrack and his congress?Merlot knows present and past executive members who have tried and failed under the arrogant long face leadership.If you call my posts sooking as some said you did ,when you took your bat and keeping gloves,then that is your opinion just like this forum is for opinions without restrictions provided we stay within the rules.

you choose to name yourself however not everyone knows that you are Brett Ernest,or Burger is Nick McMillan or Fanta pants is whatever name he wishes me to call him.

some say who is Merlot some think they know but I choose for a variety of reasons to remain annonomous that I choose not to share with you or anyone else.Just a hint for both you and fanta pants UM has eliminated both Cedric and Jumbo so that narrows the field a bit for you!

Merlot has been on the board of many corporations and sat on many sporting club committees so he knows his way around the boardroom table to leave a wet behind the years youngster like you for dead.I have followed the CMCA for many years in a playing and spectator capacity and remember when the game was played by gentlemen unlike today.I have a passion for the game and even in my advancing years am still a keen and vibrant student of the game.

Just remember Bretty boy it is only a forum for a bit of fun!Just concentrate on finding the B imposter!Do you still think he is on the executive?My replies stretch to your alledged 10 pages as I have to reply to the many posts requiring answers such as yours and others who want to delve into the fountain of knowledge and contacts Merlot has!

Merlot has never professed to be a great speller and UM says my syntax isn't good either but iron ore is not something to be in awe of!

Fanta Pants

Haven't seen you with the dog lately and I am not sure if SNAP is some new fiscal term you use these days?

My club is a long established club in the CMCA with reasonable success who might or might not be on Clocker's list and does not need your judgement or respect which I don't seek or want!

You sumed up the GC mentality with the comment about not making friends which is at the crux of the problem of the way your club behaves and plays the game!I didn't know you were now selling the Big Issue, is this a new fiscal strategy?

Brett I hope that wasn't too long for you

as always until next time Merlot
 
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CLOCKER;340808 said:
SEASON REVIEW

Bentleigh ANA: A new coach with impeccable credentials, a disciplinarian and an eye for developing the youth of the club heralded a lot of optimism for ANA.An emphatic win over the big spending Brighton Union in Round 1 promised a lot and there were murmurings of finals from some observers. Alas the season went pear shaped, but ended on a positive note with a hard fought win against Washington Park. In between there were a number of inconsistent performances and some internal issues with their ‘gun’ recruit from Cheltenham which resulted in him leaving the club and returning to Cheltenham. Added to that their long serving President has stepped aside and handed the reigns over to the next generation. No doubt the selection committee took the opportunity to blood a number of promising youngsters and gave them a taste of what to expect. The batting of ANA has relied on too few with the outspoken ‘Judge Roy’ Mikkelsen leading the way, but receiving very little support from the senior players. ANA is a club well renowned for their lack of patience and have not hesitated in sacking coaches and/or players whom they believe have failed to meet their expectations. Will the new committee have the patience to allow these kids to develop? Will they use their immense war chest to go out and buy a few ready made recruits? Time will tell and one hopes they stick with their youth and not ‘burn’ them when things do not proceed as expected. Old habits die hard and it is well known that they have already approached a former player to try and bolster their middle order.
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Not an unfair assessment Clocker.

The 'new' committee is one year down in a three year business plan, so unlike in the past where some knee-jerk decision may have been made, ANA is taking a more measured approach in the aim of achieving sustained competitiveness. But as you have stated - time will tell.

We will always be on the look out for quality cricketers to benefit our first eleven, but without question, our kids are our greatest asset.
 
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Merl,
Haven't walked the dog for a while, been busy selling the "Big Issue"!

My point being that you and I (and whoever else) can throw verbals at each other and the exec, thats fine, but how about discussing more pressing issues (ie: Ground conditions and possible rationalisation, survival of smaller clubs, attracting and retaining junior cricketers, Council pressures, etc)? It may be of more value to readers than hearing you and I trade barbs! But if that's what you want, I'll play the game!

I appreciate that you may not wish to seek or want my opinion about your club, so what makes you think I am interested in yours on ours, (particularly as you are "anonymous")?

You also stated "You sumed up the GC mentality with the comment about not making friends which is at the crux of the problem of the way your club behaves and plays the game!" Didn't realise we, or the way we played, were such a problem! Of Course every other club must be angels compared to us! We play it hard, but like to think that off the field, we can sit and have a beer with most of our counterparts. I know thats why, and like to think how, I play.


Clocker,
A great run down on the teams, look forward to seeing the rest also.
 
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Fanta Pants

Good to see we are keeping the forum going post cricket,but the dog needs walking!

A few verbals don't hurt as long as it is a bit of fun,as grounds,rationalisation and all that stuff are a bit dry.

We could be more controversial and say will the golf club be automatically promoted to longy and will congress stick strictly to the 30th April cut off date for longy applications something it hasn't done in the past.Is there anyone else wanting to come up and what case would the Burger bourbon mob have of justifying a reprieve ahla the title of this forum could it be two blues to remain in top grade?

I suppose burger bourbon is salivating over Buddy big head and Brett is probably just finishing Clocker's last post.Brett don't worry daylight saving ends Sunday so you will have an extra hour to read clocker the sequel ,the other or forgotten six, a little bit like afganistan the forgotten Waugh!

As always until next time Merlot
 
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BrianFantana;341484 said:
Merl,
Haven't walked the dog for a while, been busy selling the "Big Issue"!

My point being that you and I (and whoever else) can throw verbals at each other and the exec, thats fine, but how about discussing more pressing issues (ie: Ground conditions and possible rationalisation, survival of smaller clubs, attracting and retaining junior cricketers, Council pressures, etc)? It may be of more value to readers than hearing you and I trade barbs! But if that's what you want, I'll play the game!

I appreciate that you may not wish to seek or want my opinion about your club, so what makes you think I am interested in yours on ours, (particularly as you are "anonymous")?

You also stated "You sumed up the GC mentality with the comment about not making friends which is at the crux of the problem of the way your club behaves and plays the game!" Didn't realise we, or the way we played, were such a problem! Of Course every other club must be angels compared to us! We play it hard, but like to think that off the field, we can sit and have a beer with most of our counterparts. I know thats why, and like to think how, I play.

Clocker,
A great run down on the teams, look forward to seeing the rest also.
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Will do shortly.Just letting Brett catch up.Any other comments or opinions would greatly assist.

Was that you sunning yourself yesterday afternoon 1.15pm on a street side cafe in Collins Street?? You looked like you had sealed another deal and seemed quite pleased with yourself.$$$$$$$$
 
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