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Phil, I'm sure Perth has occassionally had games start around or before midday.
I remember a Saturday game on tv live at 2-30 pm which would have been 12-30 there plus the 1-10 pm Sunday times in Melbourne might have been 12-40 in Adelaide or 11-10 am if from Perth.
8 pm Friday night game in Perth would be awesome to add as semi-regular imho. That would be 10 pm in Melbourne after the first Friday night game could finish up.
I remember a Saturday game on tv live at 2-30 pm which would have been 12-30 there plus the 1-10 pm Sunday times in Melbourne might have been 12-40 in Adelaide or 11-10 am if from Perth.
8 pm Friday night game in Perth would be awesome to add as semi-regular imho. That would be 10 pm in Melbourne after the first Friday night game could finish up.
Just wondering what the new tags under our user names are? I'm in NZ at the moment and haven't had much of an Internet connection so I may have missed it... Can't believe I picked first week of SC finals to go overseas!! At least Stevie J is playing this week...I didn't even know he was in trouble till just now lol!
Essendon champ retires. One of my favourites, very smart actual footballer. Awful luck with injuries, his body didn't let him get to the level he should have. Wish he'd go on for another year. Has been great down back for us this year.
Winderlich announces retirement
August 6, 2014 12:06 PM
After calling Essendon Football Club home for more than a decade, Jason Winderlich has decided season 2014 will be his last in the red sash.
The country lad from Gippsland walked into Windy Hill in 2002 and leaves the True Value Solar Centre a respected, talented and extremely loyal teammate.
The 29 year-old announced to the players and coaches he will retire at seasons end.
“I’ve enjoyed every single minute during my time here at Essendon,” Winderlich said.
“To be drafted to the club you supported as a kid was a dream come true. I would have been honoured to play the one game, so to pull on the jumper for twelve years has been an absolute privilege.”
“I’m certainly going to miss the banter around the club and playing alongside a great group of blokes, but I’ve got a young family and I have to think about my long term future and I think it’s fair to say the body probably didn’t have another full pre-season in it.”
Jason was drafted from Gippsland U18, pick number 11 overall, at the 2002 National Draft. He made his debut the following season against Richmond in Round 7.
His lightning pace, defensive pressure and accurate kick for goal saw him carve out a successful career in the Bombers forward line. In his 123 games to date Jason has kicked 78 goals. Over the course of his career ‘Licka’ averages 15 disposals, 5 marks and 3 tackles per game.
Senior coach Mark Thompson led a chorus of praise for the veteran Bomber who has been a regular member of the club’s senior leadership group.
“For ‘Licka’ to carve out a career he did, with all the challenges he faced, really is an incredible achievement,” Thompson said.
“There’s always a sense of excitement whenever Licka has the ball in his hands. He’s a smart player and his blistering speed allowed him to change the momentum of a game.”
“Over the later part of his career he’s been a great leader and mentor for the younger players and he will be missed, there’s no doubt about that.”
Winderlich’s story is one of resilience and determination. A career plagued by serious injuries, ‘Licka’s’ ability to play more than 120 games for Essendon is a remarkable achievement.
“I’ve been through some tough times but those challenges made me the player I am.”
“There was obviously times when I thought my career was going to be cut short but the support of my teammates and people around the club like Doc Reid gave me the focus and encouragement to keep going.”
“This club not only helped me become a better player but over the journey I’ve made some great mates and its opened up a number of doors that will help me after footy.”
Club doctor Bruce Reid argues he’s spent more time with ‘Licka’ than his own children.
“He’s like one of my kids,” Reid said.
“You always develop a really strong bond with the players who spend time in rehab and he’s certainly spent his fair share of time in the rehab group.”
“Licka is a remarkably strong person, he overcame so many obstacles, he had back complications, knee reconstruction and multiple hamstrings and to play over a hundred games, I think, is a great testament to his resilience and determination.”
Jason has prepared himself well for the next phase of his life and is looking forward to devoting himself full time to his recycle timber business.
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Winderlich announces retirement
August 6, 2014 12:06 PM
After calling Essendon Football Club home for more than a decade, Jason Winderlich has decided season 2014 will be his last in the red sash.
The country lad from Gippsland walked into Windy Hill in 2002 and leaves the True Value Solar Centre a respected, talented and extremely loyal teammate.
The 29 year-old announced to the players and coaches he will retire at seasons end.
“I’ve enjoyed every single minute during my time here at Essendon,” Winderlich said.
“To be drafted to the club you supported as a kid was a dream come true. I would have been honoured to play the one game, so to pull on the jumper for twelve years has been an absolute privilege.”
“I’m certainly going to miss the banter around the club and playing alongside a great group of blokes, but I’ve got a young family and I have to think about my long term future and I think it’s fair to say the body probably didn’t have another full pre-season in it.”
Jason was drafted from Gippsland U18, pick number 11 overall, at the 2002 National Draft. He made his debut the following season against Richmond in Round 7.
His lightning pace, defensive pressure and accurate kick for goal saw him carve out a successful career in the Bombers forward line. In his 123 games to date Jason has kicked 78 goals. Over the course of his career ‘Licka’ averages 15 disposals, 5 marks and 3 tackles per game.
Senior coach Mark Thompson led a chorus of praise for the veteran Bomber who has been a regular member of the club’s senior leadership group.
“For ‘Licka’ to carve out a career he did, with all the challenges he faced, really is an incredible achievement,” Thompson said.
“There’s always a sense of excitement whenever Licka has the ball in his hands. He’s a smart player and his blistering speed allowed him to change the momentum of a game.”
“Over the later part of his career he’s been a great leader and mentor for the younger players and he will be missed, there’s no doubt about that.”
Winderlich’s story is one of resilience and determination. A career plagued by serious injuries, ‘Licka’s’ ability to play more than 120 games for Essendon is a remarkable achievement.
“I’ve been through some tough times but those challenges made me the player I am.”
“There was obviously times when I thought my career was going to be cut short but the support of my teammates and people around the club like Doc Reid gave me the focus and encouragement to keep going.”
“This club not only helped me become a better player but over the journey I’ve made some great mates and its opened up a number of doors that will help me after footy.”
Club doctor Bruce Reid argues he’s spent more time with ‘Licka’ than his own children.
“He’s like one of my kids,” Reid said.
“You always develop a really strong bond with the players who spend time in rehab and he’s certainly spent his fair share of time in the rehab group.”
“Licka is a remarkably strong person, he overcame so many obstacles, he had back complications, knee reconstruction and multiple hamstrings and to play over a hundred games, I think, is a great testament to his resilience and determination.”
Jason has prepared himself well for the next phase of his life and is looking forward to devoting himself full time to his recycle timber business.
http://www.essendonf...nces-retirement
But, but, but, but........ Jon Ralph told us only a month ago he would play on next year.....
Sad to see him retire but I understand it. His body is stuffed and he probably knows he would struggle to get through another season. I know this gets said a lot but constant injuries have robbed us of seeing a really good player.
My foremost memory of Licka was a reserves game at Windy Hill he played many years ago after returning from one of his injuries. Played on the wing, had 30+ possies and 5 goals and lead the boys really well. At 1/4 time and 3/4 at the huddle (Supporters were able to go on the field and listen to the coaches) he actually had to lie on the ground while the trainers worked on massaging his legs and back. Anyway after that game I knew he was a quality player.
Sad to see him retire but I understand it. His body is stuffed and he probably knows he would struggle to get through another season. I know this gets said a lot but constant injuries have robbed us of seeing a really good player.
My foremost memory of Licka was a reserves game at Windy Hill he played many years ago after returning from one of his injuries. Played on the wing, had 30+ possies and 5 goals and lead the boys really well. At 1/4 time and 3/4 at the huddle (Supporters were able to go on the field and listen to the coaches) he actually had to lie on the ground while the trainers worked on massaging his legs and back. Anyway after that game I knew he was a quality player.
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I really miss the reserves before the game.
Did the Under 19's used to play before the reserves ?
I can't remember but it certainly did on Grand Final day.
I wonder whom the last AFL footballer was that represented his club coming up through the ranks of under 19's then reserves and finally seniors.
Maybe someone of Kouta era.
Did the Under 19's used to play before the reserves ?
I can't remember but it certainly did on Grand Final day.
I wonder whom the last AFL footballer was that represented his club coming up through the ranks of under 19's then reserves and finally seniors.
Maybe someone of Kouta era.
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As a result of later season start date, 2015 AFL Grand Final will be played on Saturday October 3, with 1 bye for all clubs during season.
AFL has told club CEOs that any Good Friday match 'most unlikely' in 2015, but may be considered in future seasons from 2016 onwards.
As a result of later season start date, 2015 AFL Grand Final will be played on Saturday October 3, with 1 bye for all clubs during season.
AFL has told club CEOs that any Good Friday match 'most unlikely' in 2015, but may be considered in future seasons from 2016 onwards.
Interesting...further to that
Easter start confirmed for 2015 season
NEXT year's AFL Grand Final will be staged in October, with the 2015 season kicking off across the Easter long weekend.
At a meeting with the clubs' CEOs on Thursday, the AFL confirmed the Grand Final will be played on Saturday, October 3.
The first match next season will be played on Thursday, April 2 – the day before Good Friday.
It is "most unlikely" any football will be played on Good Friday next season, however an AFL spokesman confirmed Good Friday football "may be considered" from 2016 onwards.
The later than usual start to the season is due to the 2015 Cricket World Cup being staged in Australia and New Zealand this summer.
The World Cup final will be played at the MCG and the AFL has delayed its season until all grounds are available.
There will only be one bye during the home and away season.
The AFL also confirmed the majority of matches in next year's pre-season NAB Challenge will be played at regional and suburban grounds, to take the game to regions that don't usually host matches.
Easter start confirmed for 2015 season
NEXT year's AFL Grand Final will be staged in October, with the 2015 season kicking off across the Easter long weekend.
At a meeting with the clubs' CEOs on Thursday, the AFL confirmed the Grand Final will be played on Saturday, October 3.
The first match next season will be played on Thursday, April 2 – the day before Good Friday.
It is "most unlikely" any football will be played on Good Friday next season, however an AFL spokesman confirmed Good Friday football "may be considered" from 2016 onwards.
The later than usual start to the season is due to the 2015 Cricket World Cup being staged in Australia and New Zealand this summer.
The World Cup final will be played at the MCG and the AFL has delayed its season until all grounds are available.
There will only be one bye during the home and away season.
The AFL also confirmed the majority of matches in next year's pre-season NAB Challenge will be played at regional and suburban grounds, to take the game to regions that don't usually host matches.
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