Western Bulldogs V Essendon - Pre-Season 15/2/25 Whitten Oval 2.00pm

[GVGjr]

Just a thought and question.
I believe Brew has a deal with Werribee for this season if he isn't picked up by the Dogs.
Would that possibly rule him out for playing for Footscray this weekend as it is a VFL game albeit not a H&A game?

[Scott2016]

He be playing in the AFL team with all the players out

[Axe Man]

With no trains running to West Footscray looks like I won't be going now.

So would I be correct in thinking from Southern Cross train to North Melbourne and then a bus to West Footscray?

[Dogs 24/7]

With no trains running to West Footscray looks like I won't be going now.

If there are no trains to West Footscray..I haven't checked that should mean the car park at the station will be close to empty and ideal for supporters.

[azabob]

So would I be correct in thinking from Southern Cross train to North Melbourne and then a bus to West Footscray?

Busses are replacing trains, not sure of the exact logistics but typically that is a nightmare.

[azabob]

If there are no trains to West Footscray..I haven't checked that should mean the car park at the station will be close to empty and ideal for supporters.

Interesting take, I wonder how big the car park is.

[Axe Man]

Interesting take, I wonder how big the car park is.

I could drive but if the train station car parks are full then what?

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[Mofra]

Park at Bunnings over the train tracks?

[Bornadog]

I could drive but if the train station car parks are full then what?

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Easy to find parking in the area - I have never failed. May have to walk a bit.

[Axe Man]

Easy to find parking in the area - I have never failed. May have to walk a bit.

I don't know the area though so no idea where you can and can't park. My old man did +50 years ago so I don't think he will be much help either!

[azabob]

I don't know the area though so no idea where you can and can't park. My old man did +50 years ago so I don't think he will be much help either!

Same boat as you. The exact convo I was having with my old man. He said you use to be able to park on local's front lawn for about ten bucks!! I imagine parking restrictions are a nightmare around there also.

[Bornadog]

I don't know the area though so no idea where you can and can't park. My old man did +50 years ago so I don't think he will be much help either!

I usually try the railway carpark first. If that is full then along Geelong rd , otherwise off Barkley st opposite the ground in one of those streets, or Essex st and walk from there.

I guess there will be a lot of people there, so could be different.

[Axe Man]

Have decided to take my chances with the rail replacement bus from North Melbourne, fingers crossed.

[Bornadog]

Western Bulldogs v Essendon


Saturday 15 February | 2pm AEDT
Mission Whitten Oval, Footscray
Wurundjeri/Boon Wurrung Land


Broadcast info

• AFL match: Kayo only
• VFL match: Live-stream on Western Bulldogs website from 5pm AEDT

The Western Bulldogs are kicking off their 100-year celebrations with a special pre-season match against Essendon at Mission Whitten Oval.

The sold-out game is a fully ticketed event, with the AFL match set to begin at 2pm, followed by the VFL game at 5pm.

Before the first bounce, be sure to visit our Fan Zone outside Gate 1 on Spurling Reserve, where fans can enjoy puppy cuddles, face painting, giveaways, partner activations, and more.

With plenty of food and beverage options available around the ground, grab a bite, soak up the atmosphere, and get ready for a thrilling start to our centenary season!

[Axe Man]

Hopefully they are offering full Puddy style face painting. You gotta support the team.

[Dry Rot]

What are reasonable expectations about a practice game like this?

Does the result really matter?

Or is it really just of interest to see how specific players go, maybe different tactics, and setups etc?

[Axe Man]

Match simulation squad confirmed

Four draftees will get their first taste of Western Bulldogs football in tomorrow’s sold-out pre-season match simulation against Essendon.

Cooper Hynes, Josh Dolan, Luke Kennedy and Sam Davidson, all of which were picked up in the most recent draft, have been added to the Dogs’ 35-player squad.

Recruit Matt Kennedy has also been named; set to run out in the red, white and blue against opposition for the first time.

Pre-season supplemental selection period hopefuls Dom Brew and Brayden Crossley will also feature.

Marcus Bontempelli, Rory Lobb, Taylor Duryea, James Harmes and Tom Liberatore are among some of the more experienced players to be included.

The full squad can be viewed below.

The AFL match simulation will begin at 2pm at Mission Whitten Oval and consist of four 30-minute quarters. It will be streamed live via Kayo.

The VFL Dogs and Dons will also take part in a practice match from 5pm, which will be live-streamed via the Club website.
AFL pre-season match simulation squad


Western Bulldogs v Essendon
Saturday 15 February, 2pm AEDT
Mission Whitten Oval, West Footscray • Wurundjeri/Boon Wurrung
Broadcast: Kayo

3. Cody Weightman
4. Marcus Bontempelli
5. Jedd Busslinger
6. Cooper Hynes
7. Rory Lobb
8. Matt Kennedy
9. Ryley Sanders
10. Sam Darcy
12. Harvey Gallagher
13. Oskar Baker
14. Rhylee West
15. Taylor Duryea
16. Jordan Croft
18. James O’Donnell
20. Ed Richards
21. Tom Liberatore
22. James Harmes
23. Laith Vandermeer
24. Buku Khamis
25. Caleb Poulter
26. Josh Dolan
27. Joel Freijah
29. Lachy Bramble
30. Lachie McNeil
32. Arthur Jones
33. Aaron Naughton
34. Bailey Williams
35. Luke Kennedy
36. Luke Cleary
37. Dom Brew
38. Riley Garcia
41. Brayden Crossley
42. Sam Davidson
43. Ryan Gardner
44. Tim English

[Bulldogs201616]

Match simulation squad confirmed

Four draftees will get their first taste of Western Bulldogs football in tomorrow’s sold-out pre-season match simulation against Essendon.

Cooper Hynes, Josh Dolan, Luke Kennedy and Sam Davidson, all of which were picked up in the most recent draft, have been added to the Dogs’ 35-player squad.

Recruit Matt Kennedy has also been named; set to run out in the red, white and blue against opposition for the first time.

Pre-season supplemental selection period hopefuls Dom Brew and Brayden Crossley will also feature.

Marcus Bontempelli, Rory Lobb, Taylor Duryea, James Harmes and Tom Liberatore are among some of the more experienced players to be included.

The full squad can be viewed below.

The AFL match simulation will begin at 2pm at Mission Whitten Oval and consist of four 30-minute quarters. It will be streamed live via Kayo.

The VFL Dogs and Dons will also take part in a practice match from 5pm, which will be live-streamed via the Club website.
AFL pre-season match simulation squad


Western Bulldogs v Essendon
Saturday 15 February, 2pm AEDT
Mission Whitten Oval, West Footscray • Wurundjeri/Boon Wurrung
Broadcast: Kayo

3. Cody Weightman
4. Marcus Bontempelli
5. Jedd Busslinger
6. Cooper Hynes
7. Rory Lobb
8. Matt Kennedy
9. Ryley Sanders
10. Sam Darcy
12. Harvey Gallagher
13. Oskar Baker
14. Rhylee West
15. Taylor Duryea
16. Jordan Croft
18. James O’Donnell
20. Ed Richards
21. Tom Liberatore
22. James Harmes
23. Laith Vandermeer
24. Buku Khamis
25. Caleb Poulter
26. Josh Dolan
27. Joel Freijah
29. Lachy Bramble
30. Lachie McNeil
32. Arthur Jones
33. Aaron Naughton
34. Bailey Williams
35. Luke Kennedy
36. Luke Cleary
37. Dom Brew
38. Riley Garcia
41. Brayden Crossley
42. Sam Davidson
43. Ryan Gardner
44. Tim English

I thought Bont and Libba wernt playing. Maybe there named for a quick run in the second game