DVCA: Barclay Shield

[Mister Ed]

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i think he is just a little unhappy he wasnt walking past his club and decided to walk in for a quiet game of cricket

 

[I HATE EVERYONE]

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Minney is to Eltham what:

Keays is to Lalor Stars
Baker is to Mernda
Hurst (x2) is to Epping
(Insert Import here) is to Bundoora
Turner is to Research
Whitcher is to Lower Eltham
Waddingham is to Macleod
Glynn is to Diamond Creek
Arnberger is to Lower Plenty
Gibbs is to Riverside
Hubber is to Plenty

It's fair to say that Eltham really do need Minney to fire, but if these guys don't do anything for their respective clubs, they struggle too (generally, not always)

Volpe goes alright, another ton on Saturday
Topham's been doing well for a few years now
Adams has taken plenty of wickets in recent years
Poyser killed them two seasons ago, recent addition of Gunn should help
Notice Wilding got a ton on the weekend, use to be a bit nippy with the ball to, not sure if he gets a bowl now days. Woods is a gun keeper batsman.
Creek is one of the strongest 'teams' around, everyone has a crack.
Zeraffa, good contribution with the bat and ball
Smale and dont forget Wella (couldn't resist, previous star at Diamo & Bundoora also)
Even though I've had a crack at Plenty over the past week, there is plenty of depth their, silly call.
Eltham is about the only accurate call, although you would never question the the effort of a Stuie Bidle, so maybe a bad call alround.

But everyone is entitled to an opinion.

 

[I HATE EVERYONE]

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i think he is just a little unhappy he wasnt walking past his club and decided to walk in for a quiet game of cricket

Agree Ed.

 

[CowCorner]

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But other sides have a few other players you could EASILY sub their gun for. eg Justin Whitcher for Jarrod Curtis. Gibbsy and Smale, Glynn for Glynn. Meaning they are less reliant on that one player. It is a bit harder to do that with Eltham. They'll still give plenty of fight, but Minney is well and trully their best player and needs to fire.

To tru IO2, shows how important he is and probably how often he fires considering Eltham did ok last year.(although Stuey Biddle manages to pull a decent score with the bat on some occasions Skip does'nt)

As a NFL and DVCA supporter Mark Minney will go down in history as a legend in both sports and comps, that unfortunalty he never won the big one (other than Divvy 2 premiers in footy a few times)

I have heard rumours that Eltham have a few 'tricks up thier sleeve' in the coming matches...will be interesting to see.

For those wondering who I am I am not from Eltham....just know a few of them (lucky me!!!)

 

[JBs Shadow]

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does that mean you will get dropped now? one can only hope hey?

Probably a bit harsh considering your name is actually correct, and its for a disgusting club who's "1st XI" actually play in the C Grade comp!

 

[imported_Opener2]

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To tru IO2, shows how important he is and probably how often he fires considering Eltham did ok last year.(although Stuey Biddle manages to pull a decent score with the bat on some occasions Skip does'nt)

As a NFL and DVCA supporter Mark Minney will go down in history as a legend in both sports and comps, that unfortunalty he never won the big one (other than Divvy 2 premiers in footy a few times)

I have heard rumours that Eltham have a few 'tricks up thier sleeve' in the coming matches...will be interesting to see.

For those wondering who I am I am not from Eltham....just know a few of them (lucky me!!!)

Yes indeed he is a fantastic player, I can only comment on him as a DVCA cricketer over the limited time I have been in the league, however, he seems to be at the extreme upper echelon of the competition. Always a challenge to play against.

I'll let you know about their tricks after round four!

 

[Tongs]

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Yes indeed he is a fantastic player, I can only comment on him as a DVCA cricketer over the limited time I have been in the league, however, he seems to be at the extreme upper echelon of the competition. Always a challenge to play against.

I'll let you know about their tricks after round four!

I'll give you a hint about Skips weaknesses...........NONE! The guy is a freak, I have never in my life, in any sport, seen a guy so menatally tough. Bairly has a hit at training (due to family and work) and yet you watch him bat and it looks as though he's already been batting for 4 hours.

As for Stu, the man is a work horse, a very good competitor who doesn't give in. You may put him over, but he will get you eventually. Very smart the way he bowls. When he bats, he backs himself! He's not affraid to back himself against the best.

 

[Silly Mid]

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Any truth to the rumour that Sconna is very unahppy at Plenty, and is having second thoughts?

 

[PremiersAgain]

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Any truth to the rumour that Sconna is very unahppy at Plenty, and is having second thoughts?

Wouldnt have thought so, he seems to do many social things outside of playing cricket with people from plenty. Why?

 

[bat11dontbowl]

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Probably a bit harsh considering your name is actually correct, and its for a disgusting club who's "1st XI" actually play in the C Grade comp!

hoag and i r good mates that went to school together i am just stirring the bloke up

 

[JBs Shadow]

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Very tough round this week, with just about every game possibly going either way. But here is my review and tips: Remember they are only my thoughts, and I’m not going to mention every influence on the game. Tried to big one or two from each club.


Mernda v Lower Plenty
Mernda are travelling really well at the moment and Baker seems to be in good form, but Arnberger is surely due for a big one. And if going by is Victorian record, he generally doesn't make small hundreds. So Arnberger to get 130+ and Lower home.

Epping v Riverside
Riverside are as per usual. Great side, will fire at some stage, but one can't help but think they continually under-achieve. Epping are a very strong club like their counter parts this week, very professional. Yet I think they will just get over the line at home. Gibbs and Toppy to star! Close game!

Lalor Stars v Bundoora
Lalor coming off a blistering run chase last week, Volpe in brilliant touch. Yet will he and the rest of the boys be able to hold off Mann? The key to this game is Keays, Lalor won’t make a massive score, but Keays will eat the Bundoora batting apart. Lower scoring game, with Lalor to win reasonably comfortable. Keays 6 for

Eltham v Research
What will bring of this game? A lot are saying, this is the game that will decide relegation. Eltham get back Naren, which will help their bowling stocks. Skips due for a ton, doesn’t normally go three games without one, but will the Eltham bowlers be able to take 10 wickets? Most importantly Turner, Malone and McTaggart? Eltham just.

Macleod v Plenty
Very interesting game. Macleod must still prove themselves in the big league, and Plenty are trying to get the respect back they deserve. Will the work horse Hubber go through the Macleod team? Or will Waddingham let loose again? Hard to pick a winner, but with Macleod’s batting line up they get home!

Lower Eltham v Diamond Creek
Two teams that had very good wins in close games last week, and this week will be the same. Lower Eltham were very strong at the top order last week, and the Glynn boys are both on fire now. Very high scoring game, but Diamond Creek have the better bowlers and that will be enough to get the chocolates.

 

[the swedish chef]

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mernda to beat lower plenty
riverside to beat epping
bundoora to beat l/stars
research to beat eltham
plenty to beat macleod
lower eltham to beat d/creek

 

[CowCorner]

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Very tough round this week, with just about every game possibly going either way. But here is my review and tips:...........QUOTE]

Great review JBsS, look forward to these through out the season. For my opinion on Round three:

Mernda v Lower Plenty
Agree tha Armberger will fire soon but will need to support, Baker will be dangerous as always. Mernda to win at home.

Epping v Riverside.
Pingers will be to strong, Toppy to ton up.

Lalor Stars v Bundoora
Stars might have had a good run chase but the didn't really have any opposition as Eltham were short of genuine bowlers. Bundoora away for me.

Eltham v Research
Could be seen as a Grand Final for relagation even this early, Eltham need Neranderan but don't see him being the difference, nearly picked a draw in this one. Wilson's persistance bowling to see him get a 6 fa but not good enough to win.

Macleod v Plenty
Would be a good game to watch, the newcomers in Macleod will be confident after a win over R'side and last ball loss at LE. Like the previous game I reckon its a toss of the coin but will stick with the boys from Plenty. Hubber to take a bag full.

Lower Eltham v Diamond Creek
Match of the round as the winner takes a hold of top position. Picking the boys at Lower as I reckon Gunny will fire at his new club and with Whitcher in form could put enough on the board, makes the toss really critical.

 

[Tongs]

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JBs Shadow, good write up buddy. Interesting to see other people's point of view! I agree with your tips!

The swedish chef, do you agree with JBs Shadow's comment about it being close this week and thats why you have tipped against everyone if his tips? or you just don't rate his comments?

 

[the swedish chef]

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JBs Shadow, good write up buddy. Interesting to see other people's point of view! I agree with your tips!

The swedish chef, do you agree with JBs Shadow's comment about it being close this week and thats why you have tipped against everyone if his tips? or you just don't rate his comments?

no his tips are fine and he makes vaild points . i picked mernda to beat l/plenty as i believe mernda have more stocks in there bowling and its at home for them.
i picked riverside to beat epping as i dont think c. hurst is playing and last game mctaggart only bowled 4 overs so i believe they might be a little under done.
bundoora to beat l/stars as they have the wood on them and for bundoora to continue there form from last week.
picked research as they have more batting depth and eltham seem to be struggling for bowlers,
plenty to get back into winning form rarely lose 3 on the trot .
l/eltham and d/creek was a toss of the coin but picked l/eltham purely on there batting with c.gunn to make a few.

 

[CricketBox]

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Very tough round this week, with just about every game possibly going either way. But here is my review and tips:...........QUOTE]

Great review JBsS, look forward to these through out the season. For my opinion on Round three:

Good work JB and Cow Corner, below are my thoughts:

Mernda v Lower Plenty: Lower Plenty definitely have the better side but playing on their home deck Mernda will be confident, especially if Bakes gets going with the ball. If Lower can stifle the old man then they will win, if not, they may be in a bit of trouble. Undecided.

Epping v Riverside: Epping should bounce back after loss last week. Riverside need Gibbs and Smale to fire with the bat as they have no one else, if they dont Epping will romp home. The Pig is due but Riverside won't win.

Lalor Stars v Bundoora: Bundoora's batting is lacking and Keays should rip through them, I definitely agree with the low scoring thought on this match. Will Adams play? How will Mann bowl and how good is he? Stars too strong for mine here.

Eltham v Research: Can't see Eltham getting both Turns and Malone out cheaply. If Skips doesnt make over 80 the Panthers are no chance, they may still lose if he does. Search to do it easy.

Macleod v Plenty: Sconna will put up a big hundred. Plenty to win if they get Waddingham early. Dont know much about Macleod so I dont really have anything else to say???

Lower Eltham v Diamond Creek: Poyser has been good for Lower so far and Whitch is in form, if Creek don't get them early they could chase leather all day, but, they always give 100% and are never out of a contest which makes this game a hard one to choose. A lot will depend on how Salva and Burgs start with the ball. Lower should post a big score and Creek will fight hard but just fall short.

 

[The430king]

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Import = Non Australian Resident!

Your joking. Did you pass a degree is rocket science for that explanation.

 

[The430king]

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Very tough round this week, with just about every game possibly going either way. But here is my review and tips: Remember they are only my thoughts, and I’m not going to mention every influence on the game. Tried to big one or two from each club.


Mernda v Lower Plenty
Mernda are travelling really well at the moment and Baker seems to be in good form, but Arnberger is surely due for a big one. And if going by is Victorian record, he generally doesn't make small hundreds. So Arnberger to get 130+ and Lower home.

Epping v Riverside
Riverside are as per usual. Great side, will fire at some stage, but one can't help but think they continually under-achieve. Epping are a very strong club like their counter parts this week, very professional. Yet I think they will just get over the line at home. Gibbs and Toppy to star! Close game!

Lalor Stars v Bundoora
Lalor coming off a blistering run chase last week, Volpe in brilliant touch. Yet will he and the rest of the boys be able to hold off Mann? The key to this game is Keays, Lalor won’t make a massive score, but Keays will eat the Bundoora batting apart. Lower scoring game, with Lalor to win reasonably comfortable. Keays 6 for

Eltham v Research
What will bring of this game? A lot are saying, this is the game that will decide relegation. Eltham get back Naren, which will help their bowling stocks. Skips due for a ton, doesn’t normally go three games without one, but will the Eltham bowlers be able to take 10 wickets? Most importantly Turner, Malone and McTaggart? Eltham just.

Macleod v Plenty
Very interesting game. Macleod must still prove themselves in the big league, and Plenty are trying to get the respect back they deserve. Will the work horse Hubber go through the Macleod team? Or will Waddingham let loose again? Hard to pick a winner, but with Macleod’s batting line up they get home!

Lower Eltham v Diamond Creek
Two teams that had very good wins in close games last week, and this week will be the same. Lower Eltham were very strong at the top order last week, and the Glynn boys are both on fire now. Very high scoring game, but Diamond Creek have the better bowlers and that will be enough to get the chocolates.

I agree totally, very tough round round this week with i believe there is only one clear cut winner in being Epping.

Mernda have the bowling attack to roll Lower Plenty, but I believe Lower will get the points.

Lalor to win at home with Volpe to get another big score, but Bundoora's confidence will through the roof after a big win last week.

Turner to make truck loads, Dick Hall to take five and Skips tp chip in with 100+ to make it a close game, but Searchers to just scrape in. Surely Whitey can't take the gloves again. Willo, what are you thinking.

Macloed in the upset of the round. They will prove that will be hard to beat home.

Lower Eltham just over Creek. Will be a high scoring game and i'm just going for home ground advantage and Burgs to take a bag yet again.

These are just my thoughts, but I could be totally wrong, and i'm sure ot won't be the last time i'll look like an idiot on this forum.

 

[valleyboy]

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Mernda v Lower Plenty: Zerafa just keep making runs... and Cheese due for a huge one. I am going to back them to hold off Bakes and put enough on the board to cover Mernda's thin batting lineup.

Epping v Riverside: Gibbs could do anything, but overall Epping are a stronger side. Could be low scoring

Lalor Stars v Bundoora: If bundy can get their act together with the bat, they definitely have the bowlers to finish the job. However, against keaysey, i can't see that happening.

Eltham v Research: Not sure why maybe just cos they're at home.

Macleod v Plenty: Not sure. Macleod made 300 + every week on their home track last year in money, while they didn't have to face the likes of Hubber & Rosbrook they still have a strong lineup. This could come down to the toss. Whoever bats first wins.

Lower Eltham v Diamond Creek: Lower have bats in form, which is always important.

 

[Vilos]

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Lower Eltham just over Creek. Will be a high scoring game and i'm just going for home ground advantage and Burgs to take a bag yet again.

These are just my thoughts, but I could be totally wrong, and i'm sure ot won't be the last time i'll look like an idiot on this forum.[/QUOTE]

Your right you already have looked like an idoit on this forum before and you continually look like an idiot with comments like these Burgs won't take many more wickets for the year bowls garbage.

What are you the 4:30 king of eating a meal between Lunch and Dinner.

Mabye you should check what your typing instead of putting food in that massive gob of yours Ayresy