North A & B
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do u know the definite starters/new recruits for st albans this year.
ryan didn't play many games for albion last year.
There were posts here dating back few weeks saying roach went back there from tulla but tulla blokes insist that's all Bulls%^t. Also rumors from smae posters said that St albans were lookin @ subbie 1x1 bats?
who are the other names/recruits @ st albans. If Mccamond has signed on the dotted line for them who'll CC 'em.
Any other clubs in NTH matching St albans recruitment drive?
faint nick;356536 said:
do u know the definite starters/new recruits for st albans this year.
ryan didn't play many games for albion last year.
There were posts here dating back few weeks saying roach went back there from tulla but tulla blokes insist that's all Bulls%^t. Also rumors from smae posters said that St albans were lookin @ subbie 1x1 bats?
who are the other names/recruits @ st albans. If Mccamond has signed on the dotted line for them who'll CC 'em.
Any other clubs in NTH matching St albans recruitment drive?
Re: North A & B
Folks most of u have fair reasons 4 y certain clubs are not ready for NTH A promotion.
But having palyed for and against clubs over the yeras that form NTH + NTH A divsions, i have to say the standard of cricket has dropped dramtically especially in the new NTH A - you only have to look at the sides that make up this grade - east keilor, seddon both relegated last year footunited just avoided the drop thanks to last rnd win over parkville thanks inlarge to parkville missing 3 of their best palyers (when a vicotry could've help 'em secure a finals berth) Albion spent most of the year at the bottom only some good form in last 3 rnds saved them, avondale have lost their 2 best players & by al reports have no replacements and will go the youth policy 16/17 year olds who are not ready for 1 grade yet? Even st albans had a shocker but have improved this year with their recuits - SO my pont is that if u r a NTH B club you woudln't find a better time to step up to NTH A. also consider 5 outta 6 top 1X1 sides from last year in NTH A have gone up to NTH division G$$nvale,KP,Tulla, Westy,Parkville. Avondale is the only club that refused to go up. So with the exception on Avop all other NTH A sides occupied the bottom 6 spots on the ladder last year. So comeon up you'll do OK.
Guru14;356767 said:
Folks most of u have fair reasons 4 y certain clubs are not ready for NTH A promotion.
But having palyed for and against clubs over the yeras that form NTH + NTH A divsions, i have to say the standard of cricket has dropped dramtically especially in the new NTH A - you only have to look at the sides that make up this grade - east keilor, seddon both relegated last year footunited just avoided the drop thanks to last rnd win over parkville thanks inlarge to parkville missing 3 of their best palyers (when a vicotry could've help 'em secure a finals berth) Albion spent most of the year at the bottom only some good form in last 3 rnds saved them, avondale have lost their 2 best players & by al reports have no replacements and will go the youth policy 16/17 year olds who are not ready for 1 grade yet? Even st albans had a shocker but have improved this year with their recuits - SO my pont is that if u r a NTH B club you woudln't find a better time to step up to NTH A. also consider 5 outta 6 top 1X1 sides from last year in NTH A have gone up to NTH division G$$nvale,KP,Tulla, Westy,Parkville. Avondale is the only club that refused to go up. So with the exception on Avop all other NTH A sides occupied the bottom 6 spots on the ladder last year. So comeon up you'll do OK.
borntigerfan
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Can tell you St. andrews, kingy and altona didnt submit to go up leaving Taylors lakes as a possibility as they were keen before.
Can tell you St. andrews, kingy and altona didnt submit to go up leaving Taylors lakes as a possibility as they were keen before.
fredbassett
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did hear theres a few of the albion boys crossing over to st albans
faint nick;356536 said:
did hear theres a few of the albion boys crossing over to st albans
shhhhhhhhhhh
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i hear roach is on the move .. walked out on tulla last night !!!!!!! and heading to greenvale
i hear roach is on the move .. walked out on tulla last night !!!!!!! and heading to greenvale
Right said fred
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Wouldn't all clubs aspire to play the highest grade of cricket??
borntigerfan;356554 said:
Wouldn't all clubs aspire to play the highest grade of cricket??
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LOL..i find that hard to believe.
where would he bat in Gr$$vale batting line up, NO:9 or will he cc the 2nd x1,
he struggled last year didn't he? a copule of scores against ordinary attacks helped him, but ordinay year for a bloke getting $$'s to play.
shhhhhhhhhhh;356874 said:i hear roach is on the move .. walked out on tulla last night !!!!!!! and heading to greenvale
LOL..i find that hard to believe.
where would he bat in Gr$$vale batting line up, NO:9 or will he cc the 2nd x1,
he struggled last year didn't he? a copule of scores against ordinary attacks helped him, but ordinay year for a bloke getting $$'s to play.
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OK that's fair enough.
In that case my first guess would've been Abers as well, manily b/c they need atleast 14 pages to justify why they should be saved from relegation the upteenth time(having sadi that i reckon with green on board they'll do OK if they remain in the much weakened NTH A). But since u r confident it wasn't then then my 2nd guess would be Taylors Lakes (is that the new club with 2/3 flags in NWCA matting) they seem to have a high opinion of themselves already, especially given they've not even faced a delivery in VTCA.
7/564;356875 said:
OK that's fair enough.
In that case my first guess would've been Abers as well, manily b/c they need atleast 14 pages to justify why they should be saved from relegation the upteenth time(having sadi that i reckon with green on board they'll do OK if they remain in the much weakened NTH A). But since u r confident it wasn't then then my 2nd guess would be Taylors Lakes (is that the new club with 2/3 flags in NWCA matting) they seem to have a high opinion of themselves already, especially given they've not even faced a delivery in VTCA.
Too Old Body Broke
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Gday Big C,
I have followed your input from the show run by "muppets" and I would first like to say I admire your passion for your club. However, I recalled seeing a post from you as follows:
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Originally Posted by West Riff Raff
Pop Gun with what you have recruited why not nominate for A Turf? I believe there could be an openning this season. Wouldn't it be better to test yourselves to find out where you are at than get a false sense of security by playing against sides second elevens.
Surely this squad is too good for b turf raise the bare be brave go to A turf. fortune favours the brave. No Guts no Glory !!!
I do wish you all the very best and welcome to the Vtca. I played in the WSUCCA a few years ago now, you can be safe in the knowledge that the VTCA is streets ahead in its Executive, standard, grounds etc. So enjoy...
BigCoq;356742 said:
Gday Big C,
I have followed your input from the show run by "muppets" and I would first like to say I admire your passion for your club. However, I recalled seeing a post from you as follows:
Quote:
Originally Posted by West Riff Raff
Pop Gun with what you have recruited why not nominate for A Turf? I believe there could be an openning this season. Wouldn't it be better to test yourselves to find out where you are at than get a false sense of security by playing against sides second elevens.
Surely this squad is too good for b turf raise the bare be brave go to A turf. fortune favours the brave. No Guts no Glory !!!
I do wish you all the very best and welcome to the Vtca. I played in the WSUCCA a few years ago now, you can be safe in the knowledge that the VTCA is streets ahead in its Executive, standard, grounds etc. So enjoy...
Re: North A & B
That would be my guess as well, but i really don't no.
North A will be weaker this year no dout.
But i do feel alot of clubs have been saving money over the last few years ( NorthA and B except Greenvale and avondale last year)and the comp has not been as strong as years gone by but it sounds like money is being offerd alot more this year.
I have had calls from people who are acting as agents for overseas players, some are good price's but others should just deal with Yarraville club
ROY G BIV;356879 said:
That would be my guess as well, but i really don't no.
North A will be weaker this year no dout.
But i do feel alot of clubs have been saving money over the last few years ( NorthA and B except Greenvale and avondale last year)and the comp has not been as strong as years gone by but it sounds like money is being offerd alot more this year.
I have had calls from people who are acting as agents for overseas players, some are good price's but others should just deal with Yarraville club
H
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Well said Big Coq
Well said Big Coq
shhhhhhhhhhh
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moonee valley are talking to a lot of cricketers.. as are craigieburn the cash is out there and guys are taking it.....
moonee valley are talking to a lot of cricketers.. as are craigieburn the cash is out there and guys are taking it.....
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If you take St Andrews, Kingy and Roosters out of the equation which appears to be the case, lets see:
Aberfeldie- Everyone knows what I think about their gifted run over the years
Aberfeldie Park- Could make it but I don't think they are ready. No juniors a huge problem.
Craigieburn- Moved in the right direction last year, need to consolidate in B
Jacana- Played in grand Final 2 years ago but lost (I think) every game after Christmas to miss the finals.
Flemington- Went backwards at a million miles last year, would be a waste of time with current cattle
Taylors Lakes- As Big Coq put it 'need to walk before they take all before them.
Will be very interesting to see which way the executive go it may be a very long season for a club who might not be ready for the jump. Let some of these sides earn the right to play higher, not just to have a 10 side comp cause it works better.
borntigerfan;356554 said:
If you take St Andrews, Kingy and Roosters out of the equation which appears to be the case, lets see:
Aberfeldie- Everyone knows what I think about their gifted run over the years
Aberfeldie Park- Could make it but I don't think they are ready. No juniors a huge problem.
Craigieburn- Moved in the right direction last year, need to consolidate in B
Jacana- Played in grand Final 2 years ago but lost (I think) every game after Christmas to miss the finals.
Flemington- Went backwards at a million miles last year, would be a waste of time with current cattle
Taylors Lakes- As Big Coq put it 'need to walk before they take all before them.
Will be very interesting to see which way the executive go it may be a very long season for a club who might not be ready for the jump. Let some of these sides earn the right to play higher, not just to have a 10 side comp cause it works better.
H
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I am certain that Taylors Lakes have not played on turf before. Positive move by them to play in North B1. Applying for a spot in A1 is a big call since they have not played on turf before. The change from matting to turf is a big step. Its good for them to prove their worth before they consider about A1. Good luck to the TL guys if they are accepted into A1.
Guru14;356767 said:
I am certain that Taylors Lakes have not played on turf before. Positive move by them to play in North B1. Applying for a spot in A1 is a big call since they have not played on turf before. The change from matting to turf is a big step. Its good for them to prove their worth before they consider about A1. Good luck to the TL guys if they are accepted into A1.
borntigerfan
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We do but its a big ask in the first season to go straight into north A, lets see how things go in the Bs first.
Right said fred;356737 said:
We do but its a big ask in the first season to go straight into north A, lets see how things go in the Bs first.
He who knows best
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Abers have Clint Stuart as well don't forget
Massive get for the club
ROY G BIV;356879 said:
Abers have Clint Stuart as well don't forget
Massive get for the club
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At the VTCA meeting on Tues night, delegates were told that of the 5 that applied to go up to Nth A, they varied in styles from a 14 page powerpoint presentation to a 4 line letter. But they didnt mention who any of them were.
I agree that Nth A will be weaker than previous years simply because of the dilution of clubs having to move up. So I don't think Nth B clubs should be so worried about being able to compete up there. At the very least it would be a great learning experience.
Lastly I personally believe the aura around being able to compete when moving to turf from matting is a little overhyped. There are a number of good quality country leagues that play half season on matting, half on turf and even others that play on turf and matting each week because some clubs have turf and some don't. Don't get me wrong, there is an obvious difference when playing on the 2 but if you are a half decent cricketer you can adapt to both.
I think Moonee Valley played off in a GF in their first year on turf from memory.
At the VTCA meeting on Tues night, delegates were told that of the 5 that applied to go up to Nth A, they varied in styles from a 14 page powerpoint presentation to a 4 line letter. But they didnt mention who any of them were.
I agree that Nth A will be weaker than previous years simply because of the dilution of clubs having to move up. So I don't think Nth B clubs should be so worried about being able to compete up there. At the very least it would be a great learning experience.
Lastly I personally believe the aura around being able to compete when moving to turf from matting is a little overhyped. There are a number of good quality country leagues that play half season on matting, half on turf and even others that play on turf and matting each week because some clubs have turf and some don't. Don't get me wrong, there is an obvious difference when playing on the 2 but if you are a half decent cricketer you can adapt to both.
I think Moonee Valley played off in a GF in their first year on turf from memory.
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Folks most of u have fair reasons 4 y certain clubs are not ready for NTH A promotion.
But having palyed for and against clubs over the yeras that form NTH + NTH A divsions, i have to say the standard of cricket has dropped dramtically especially in the new NTH A - you only have to look at the sides that make up this grade - east keilor, seddon both relegated last year footunited just avoided the drop thanks to last rnd win over parkville thanks inlarge to parkville missing 3 of their best palyers (when a vicotry could've help 'em secure a finals berth) Albion spent most of the year at the bottom only some good form in last 3 rnds saved them, avondale have lost their 2 best players & by al reports have no replacements and will go the youth policy 16/17 year olds who are not ready for 1 grade yet? Even st albans had a shocker but have improved this year with their recuits - SO my pont is that if u r a NTH B club you woudln't find a better time to step up to NTH A. also consider 5 outta 6 top 1X1 sides from last year in NTH A have gone up to NTH division G$$nvale,KP,Tulla, Westy,Parkville. Avondale is the only club that refused to go up. So with the exception on Avop all other NTH A sides occupied the bottom 6 spots on the ladder last year. So comeon up you'll do OK.
Guru14;356767 said:
Folks most of u have fair reasons 4 y certain clubs are not ready for NTH A promotion.
But having palyed for and against clubs over the yeras that form NTH + NTH A divsions, i have to say the standard of cricket has dropped dramtically especially in the new NTH A - you only have to look at the sides that make up this grade - east keilor, seddon both relegated last year footunited just avoided the drop thanks to last rnd win over parkville thanks inlarge to parkville missing 3 of their best palyers (when a vicotry could've help 'em secure a finals berth) Albion spent most of the year at the bottom only some good form in last 3 rnds saved them, avondale have lost their 2 best players & by al reports have no replacements and will go the youth policy 16/17 year olds who are not ready for 1 grade yet? Even st albans had a shocker but have improved this year with their recuits - SO my pont is that if u r a NTH B club you woudln't find a better time to step up to NTH A. also consider 5 outta 6 top 1X1 sides from last year in NTH A have gone up to NTH division G$$nvale,KP,Tulla, Westy,Parkville. Avondale is the only club that refused to go up. So with the exception on Avop all other NTH A sides occupied the bottom 6 spots on the ladder last year. So comeon up you'll do OK.
BigCoq
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Lets put those comment in context TOBB.
I have never spuiked about our ability once & we got this bloke or that look out blah blah blah.I will make 600 runs take 20 wickets it sound like he( Top Gun) will carry the side to a premiership and his recruiting gunns allegedly (Beast?) first failure. Isnt the weapon a district player?
We dont have any of those but 4 of our ex juniors are currently playing for Yarraville First X1 & seconds so maybe when the time is right they will be back.
I feel we as a club should set realist achievable goals.
If we won 3 premierships in a row maybe we could argue starting in NthA for sure.I still think there a good cricketers in all grades of cricket regardless of the comp.
We are entering a higher standard of cricket than we are accustomed too.
i'll i know is in the Willy comp currently is 10 ATurf teams and 15 BTurf teams
do the comp a favour and step up help balance out the fixture if you are that confident moving forward.
Too Old Body Broke;356749 said:
Lets put those comment in context TOBB.
I have never spuiked about our ability once & we got this bloke or that look out blah blah blah.I will make 600 runs take 20 wickets it sound like he( Top Gun) will carry the side to a premiership and his recruiting gunns allegedly (Beast?) first failure. Isnt the weapon a district player?
We dont have any of those but 4 of our ex juniors are currently playing for Yarraville First X1 & seconds so maybe when the time is right they will be back.
I feel we as a club should set realist achievable goals.
If we won 3 premierships in a row maybe we could argue starting in NthA for sure.I still think there a good cricketers in all grades of cricket regardless of the comp.
We are entering a higher standard of cricket than we are accustomed too.
i'll i know is in the Willy comp currently is 10 ATurf teams and 15 BTurf teams
do the comp a favour and step up help balance out the fixture if you are that confident moving forward.
shhhhhhhhhhh
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i hear roach is on the move .. walked out on tulla last night !!!!!!! and heading to greenvale
i hear roach is on the move .. walked out on tulla last night !!!!!!! and heading to greenvale
Uncle Windows
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One can only hope people don't rate avondale, the club will field a competive side, always will. We have lost TJ for obvious reasons and two retirements from last year. It all creates oppurtunity for others to shine.
ROY G BIV;355602 said:
One can only hope people don't rate avondale, the club will field a competive side, always will. We have lost TJ for obvious reasons and two retirements from last year. It all creates oppurtunity for others to shine.
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LOL..i find that hard to believe.
where would he bat in Gr$$vale batting line up, NO:9 or will he cc the 2nd x1,
he struggled last year didn't he? a copule of scores against ordinary attacks helped him, but ordinay year for a bloke getting $$'s to play.
shhhhhhhhhhh;356874 said:i hear roach is on the move .. walked out on tulla last night !!!!!!! and heading to greenvale
LOL..i find that hard to believe.
where would he bat in Gr$$vale batting line up, NO:9 or will he cc the 2nd x1,
he struggled last year didn't he? a copule of scores against ordinary attacks helped him, but ordinay year for a bloke getting $$'s to play.
Uncle Windows
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AH Definately don't have the dollars - you goose! How would you know! maybe we found some at the end of your rainbow.
ROY G BIV;345040 said:
AH Definately don't have the dollars - you goose! How would you know! maybe we found some at the end of your rainbow.
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OK that's fair enough.
In that case my first guess would've been Abers as well, manily b/c they need atleast 14 pages to justify why they should be saved from relegation the upteenth time(having sadi that i reckon with green on board they'll do OK if they remain in the much weakened NTH A). But since u r confident it wasn't then then my 2nd guess would be Taylors Lakes (is that the new club with 2/3 flags in NWCA matting) they seem to have a high opinion of themselves already, especially given they've not even faced a delivery in VTCA.
7/564;356875 said:
OK that's fair enough.
In that case my first guess would've been Abers as well, manily b/c they need atleast 14 pages to justify why they should be saved from relegation the upteenth time(having sadi that i reckon with green on board they'll do OK if they remain in the much weakened NTH A). But since u r confident it wasn't then then my 2nd guess would be Taylors Lakes (is that the new club with 2/3 flags in NWCA matting) they seem to have a high opinion of themselves already, especially given they've not even faced a delivery in VTCA.
Wild Panda
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Guru, Just wondering how much you think Moonee Valley throw around each year mate.
Surely their Sri Lankan import must cost them tons and the bowler batsman bloke cant come cheap either.
You think they are pushing 60-70K per season?
You seem "in the know" about The Valley so I thought I would ask.
Cheers
Guru14;356924 said:
Guru, Just wondering how much you think Moonee Valley throw around each year mate.
Surely their Sri Lankan import must cost them tons and the bowler batsman bloke cant come cheap either.
You think they are pushing 60-70K per season?
You seem "in the know" about The Valley so I thought I would ask.
Cheers
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That would be my guess as well, but i really don't no.
North A will be weaker this year no dout.
But i do feel alot of clubs have been saving money over the last few years ( NorthA and B except Greenvale and avondale last year)and the comp has not been as strong as years gone by but it sounds like money is being offerd alot more this year.
I have had calls from people who are acting as agents for overseas players, some are good price's but others should just deal with Yarraville club
ROY G BIV;356879 said:
That would be my guess as well, but i really don't no.
North A will be weaker this year no dout.
But i do feel alot of clubs have been saving money over the last few years ( NorthA and B except Greenvale and avondale last year)and the comp has not been as strong as years gone by but it sounds like money is being offerd alot more this year.
I have had calls from people who are acting as agents for overseas players, some are good price's but others should just deal with Yarraville club
shhhhhhhhhhh
Member
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moonee valley are talking to a lot of cricketers.. as are craigieburn the cash is out there and guys are taking it.....
moonee valley are talking to a lot of cricketers.. as are craigieburn the cash is out there and guys are taking it.....
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not sure where you play roy i have played against roachy for along time now and always makes runs against as alway makes them against the better sides and the big games and batts in the top 4 and would in any side. blokes i no from other clubs all say the same thing big mouth but can back it up just had a look at my cricket he made 400 last year same as windy not bad for a ordinary year and top score in s/f last year and made runs against k/park who one the g/f last year i think he also top scored in the na1 g/f 2 years ago .if any one nos his number my club still has some money left for a good bat..i would say there will be a few clubs after him.can anyone give me his number we have money left for a good bat he would be great for our club.he plays the game very hard which is what my club needs.we also have some money for a bowler.why has he left tulla.maybe m/v should give him a ring GURU if wild panda is wright that your in the no at the valley
ROY G BIV;356878 said:
not sure where you play roy i have played against roachy for along time now and always makes runs against as alway makes them against the better sides and the big games and batts in the top 4 and would in any side. blokes i no from other clubs all say the same thing big mouth but can back it up just had a look at my cricket he made 400 last year same as windy not bad for a ordinary year and top score in s/f last year and made runs against k/park who one the g/f last year i think he also top scored in the na1 g/f 2 years ago .if any one nos his number my club still has some money left for a good bat..i would say there will be a few clubs after him.can anyone give me his number we have money left for a good bat he would be great for our club.he plays the game very hard which is what my club needs.we also have some money for a bowler.why has he left tulla.maybe m/v should give him a ring GURU if wild panda is wright that your in the no at the valley
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