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10-07-2017, 07:51 PM
#121
Re: Events Thread
Originally Posted by
Axe Man
Not a club event but I'm attending A Night With Matthew (Boyd) & Bob tomorrow night at the Newborough Pub.
How are Bob and Matt?
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11-07-2017, 03:45 PM
#122
Re: Events Thread
Originally Posted by
Eastdog
How are Bob and Matt?
Was a good night. Was only a fairly small room so plenty of opportunity to get photos and signatures or have a quick chat with them.
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11-07-2017, 05:26 PM
#123
Re: Events Thread
Originally Posted by
Axe Man
Was a good night. Was only a fairly small room so plenty of opportunity to get photos and signatures or have a quick chat with them.
Anything to report, any gossip?
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12-07-2017, 12:52 PM
#124
Re: Events Thread
Originally Posted by
bornadog
Anything to report, any gossip?
Nothing really, although the open bar may have clouded my recall somewhat...
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21-07-2017, 11:54 AM
#125
Re: Events Thread
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28-07-2017, 10:31 AM
#126
Re: Events Thread
Originally Posted by
bornadog
Legends & Young Guns 2017
Picken, Cordy, Jong, Dale, Cloke
This night promises to be a highlight on the calendar of any die-hard supporter.
Special guests this year include President Peter Gordon, Vice-President Kylie Watson-Wheeler, club legends Terry Wallace, Scott West and Daniel Cross Kevin Hillier hosts the function and it will also of-fer every guest the opportunity to take home some unique prizes in the raffle.
Tickets are $75 for East-West members and $80 for guests which includes a delicious three-course meal and drinks at bar prices. To reserve your place, please call
Rhonda Caulfield on 0408 511 107. Bookings close on Monday, 24 July.
Event Details
When: Thursday, 27 July 2017 Time: 7:00pm for 7.30pm start
Where: Mulgrave Country Club, Wheelers Hill Address: Cnr Wellington & Jells Roads, Wheelers Hill
Anyone attend last night?
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29-07-2017, 12:14 PM
#127
Re: Events Thread
Western Bulldogs Football Club "Where it's cool to drool"
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29-07-2017, 01:00 PM
#128
Re: Events Thread
Thanks for the great write up GVG. Pleased to hear Crossy and Terry back in the fold.
I know that NBP went along as well.
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29-07-2017, 04:15 PM
#129
Re: Events Thread
Cheers GVGjr, sounds like a great night. My mate sat next to Crossy at the GF, (he happened to be in the seat next to him with his wife). Said he was a terrific bloke to talk to. Cross declared at 3/4 time we would win. I believe he was in the rooms after the game as well.
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29-07-2017, 06:25 PM
#130
Re: Events Thread
Great wrap up GVGjr and lovely to meet you. Tickled please that I have had pleasure of meeting one of woof founders. A true gentleman indeed.
I recall English and Lipinski saying they love a sleep in on non- training days. All three young 'uns said other players older and younger welcoming from get go. English suffering from cold weather however loves opportunity Dogs have given him to fulfill his dream and the professional environment.
Lipinski told funny story about Dalrymple visiting his families my home ( cannot recall if it was prior to him being drafted or after) where his mum showed photo of him as 6 yo dressed up in his Dogs jumper - much to his embarrassment. Lipinski taking uni year off however will (re)start commerce degree next year. Likes catching up with mates in downtime. He has a week or two before he is back in consideration for vfl.
West obviously very proud of his footy playing sons incl Rhylee (who I think most of us know is a v likely to be picked up by us). Said he would love to see sons play in same jumper number as father for the romance of it however understands they want to make their own way. Great story by Hellier about how West would run from wo to skinner reserve in his 1st yr and how seniors would laugh then more players started joining west when they realised standard he set was raising the bar for all.
Crossy noted wo facilities were pretty bad when he was first recruited. Also chuffed with grand final win, as was West and Plough. Crossy said '09 prelim hurt a lot.
Was great to see plough back and be so welcomed. He made point that although he won 3 premierships with hawks he spent considerably more years at Dogs (16 at Dogs and something like 6 or 9 at hawks) and that he and his son happily wore Dogs scarf at granny. He saw all 4 of our finals last year and was stoked for all the fans. Said '97 prelim still hurts and he thinks of it every day. Was interesting to hear how he struggled to get a game in junior days and how he had to catch 2 buses fr templestowe to Preston (or coburg) to get a game. When hawks did recruit him though it was a whirlwind and drew analogy with Dunkley about playing in winning grand final in his first year of seniors.
Green was well spoken, amiable chap. I asked about how closely they monitor diet and he said club gives guidance but are not intrusive and there is trust element to it.
Great to hear Peter Gordon and vp Kylie Watson wheeler speak. She made it very clear how important Gordo was and how much unseen work and contributions he does. Also spoke of motto/value of our club as having an "inner strength" to see through adverse times. Gordo spoke of various spread of professional expertise in our board. We are clearly in capable and passionate hands. Kylie told story of fightback campaign where she was only allowed to attend wo if she took her homework along. Still recalls Gordon speaking eloquently and determinedly about saving our club. Mission been fantastic, allowing Mercedes Benz trucks to share sponsorship limelight from 2018, Gordon had to fly to Mexico to smooth the way with Juan, the head of mission.
Great night, everyone friendly and well run. Food was pretty good especially considering it was really bulk catering. My 2nd year and will try and go every year as very informative and enjoyable.
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29-07-2017, 08:40 PM
#131
Re: Events Thread
Great reports GVGjr and josie. Sounds like it was a great evening.
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01-08-2017, 06:45 PM
#132
Re: Events Thread
Originally Posted by
Eastdog
Great reports GVGjr and josie. Sounds like it was a great evening.
This was a great night and I add my thanks to the excellent reports by GVGjr and Josie. A great group of supporters traveling as far afield as Gippsland to the Mulgrave Country Club. Enjoyed meeting personally the 3 new young guns in English Lipinski and Greene who are all quality young people. Scott West and Daniel Cross were both given a rousing reception. Scott made reference to his 17 yo now at St. Kevin's, being the eldest of his 4 sons and hopeful of wearing the red white and blue. Former players in attendance were John Schultz Ray Walker Ross Abbey and Graham Joslin.
Peter Gordon's speech was highlighted by his reference to the WB due to the AFL's changes to its revenues distribution now being in its best financial position ever assisted by our record membership of 47,000. The East West Club is the oldest existing coterie group at our Club and they do a great job.
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01-08-2017, 06:54 PM
#133
Re: Events Thread
Originally Posted by
Nuggety Back Pocket
This was a great night and I add my thanks to the excellent reports by GVGjr and Josie. A great group of supporters traveling as far afield as Gippsland to the Mulgrave Country Club. Enjoyed meeting personally the 3 new young guns in English Lipinski and Greene who are all quality young people. Scott West and Daniel Cross were both given a rousing reception. Scott made reference to his 17 yo now at St. Kevin's, being the eldest of his 4 sons and hopeful of wearing the red white and blue. Former players in attendance were John Schultz Ray Walker Ross Abbey and Graham Joslin.
Peter Gordon's speech was highlighted by his reference to the WB due to the AFL's changes to its revenues distribution now being in its best financial position ever assisted by our record membership of 47,000. The East West Club is the oldest existing coterie group at our Club and they do a great job.
Ross Abbey is pretty active with the past players group and does a great job to keep in touch with all of them.
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03-08-2017, 12:09 AM
#134
Re: Events Thread
Forgot to mention this tit bit. Critics have no idea what players bring to clubs...Young Greene mentioned how great Cloke had been to him (and our other young forwards) in sharing all his knowledge of forward craft in a very unselfish, team first way. I really like Cloke and this made me like him even more. Hope he can stay on the park as i reckon he can add so much to us as a roving marking target if he is in form.
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03-08-2017, 10:13 AM
#135
Re: Events Thread
Originally Posted by
josie
Forgot to mention this tit bit. Critics have no idea what players bring to clubs...Young Greene mentioned how great Cloke had been to him (and our other young forwards) in sharing all his knowledge of forward craft in a very unselfish, team first way. I really like Cloke and this made me like him even more. Hope he can stay on the park as i reckon he can add so much to us as a roving marking target if he is in form.
We need an experienced guy like Cloke to help up forward. The back line is covered with Morris and Murp, so some wisdom from Cloke will help the younger guys.
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