Well that's Round 1 in the books. A final losing margin of 21 points thanks to two quick goals by the Seagulls. Bitterly disappointed for the loss, but also proud of our boys for fighting until the end. With the margin under 2 goals halfway through the 4th quarter, the Williamstown supporters around us couldn't hide the nervousness.
There are things that need to be worked on. Some ill-discipline at times, especially an idiotic late hit and a shove on Will Fordham that cost us 100 metres. I get it, you can't not have some strong emotion when your captain goes to a rival club. But petty acts like that are something we should be above, especially after what we put on display against the Pies last year.
Accuracy and decision making under pressure also need work as well. Too many times Williamstown were just more clinical around the contest. And we conceded a lot of goals from turnovers that wouldn't have happened if a bit more thought was taken.
I don't think any of these issues are unsolvable for us. Hopefully the boys can take positives out of tonight and it drives them to keep working at it. I think there's some definite potential with this group.
Not stunned by the result. Our boys worked hard, but Willy were just that bit too polished for us tonight. We had our chances but just couldn't break the 8 point barrier to get within a kick. Willy had to work bloody hard for their win though, and they will walk away knowing they played a game. Was pretty spiteful at times (unsurprisingly). Frankston are going to be a decent side and will be much better for having the run together. Noah Gown is a big threat up forward, Tomo Owens fitted in seamlessly and a young bloke named Ollie Moran was more and more impressive as the game went on. I thought a few of our more experienced blokes struggled with the new game plan and will get better as they get more used to it. Josh Butland struggled to impact without the freedom to lead out, Josh Smith didn't have his normal impact down back, nor did Max Williams. We know all of these blokes have the talent, so it can only get better from here. Our boys showed plenty of tenacity tonight, and the future is bright.
Nice to run into PK and his lovely mum after the game. He'd probably be embarrassed by this, but he's an absolute icon of the club. We could do with his dash around the wings right now :)
Agree with AJs summation. Frankston are better than what people are giving them credit for (based on yesterday's match) and won't be the punching bag that some are expecting.
They best us I pre season, I wouldn't be surprised if they beat us during it as well, they did look good but Williamstown looked that bit more polished and seemed to make things happen with less effort.
17 PREMIERSHIPS, 19 X Runners up
THE VFLS MOST SUCCESSFUL CLUB - THE MIGHTY PORT MELBOURNE BOROUGH!
I'M PORT MELBURNE BORN, I'M PORT MELBOURNE BRED, I'LL BE PORT UNTIL I'M DEAD!!!
Dolphins certainly exceeded my expectations - Friday night at Frankston Park is going to be a tough gig for most teams this year. We will get a much better idea of Frankstons capabilities next week. Port at Port on Friday afternoon will be tough.
I was hoping for Willi to be a force this year but they will have to improve a fair bit on last night. Their list is certainly capable of big things ...
As happened last year, i was relieved to depart Kars St (late) with the four points after another struggle where the margin both last night and last year were flattering for the 'Gulls - Frankston are a good side and will trouble plenty, particularly on their home patch
Not a bad contest so far. Frankston costing themselves with silly turnovers but their attack on the ball is excellent.
Wally, we're over near the sausage sizzle if you feel like stopping by. We've both got Carlton camping chairs and an eski between us.
Well that's Round 1 in the books. A final losing margin of 21 points thanks to two quick goals by the Seagulls. Bitterly disappointed for the loss, but also proud of our boys for fighting until the end. With the margin under 2 goals halfway through the 4th quarter, the Williamstown supporters around us couldn't hide the nervousness.
There are things that need to be worked on. Some ill-discipline at times, especially an idiotic late hit and a shove on Will Fordham that cost us 100 metres. I get it, you can't not have some strong emotion when your captain goes to a rival club. But petty acts like that are something we should be above, especially after what we put on display against the Pies last year.
Accuracy and decision making under pressure also need work as well. Too many times Williamstown were just more clinical around the contest. And we conceded a lot of goals from turnovers that wouldn't have happened if a bit more thought was taken.
I don't think any of these issues are unsolvable for us. Hopefully the boys can take positives out of tonight and it drives them to keep working at it. I think there's some definite potential with this group.
Not stunned by the result. Our boys worked hard, but Willy were just that bit too polished for us tonight. We had our chances but just couldn't break the 8 point barrier to get within a kick. Willy had to work bloody hard for their win though, and they will walk away knowing they played a game. Was pretty spiteful at times (unsurprisingly). Frankston are going to be a decent side and will be much better for having the run together. Noah Gown is a big threat up forward, Tomo Owens fitted in seamlessly and a young bloke named Ollie Moran was more and more impressive as the game went on. I thought a few of our more experienced blokes struggled with the new game plan and will get better as they get more used to it. Josh Butland struggled to impact without the freedom to lead out, Josh Smith didn't have his normal impact down back, nor did Max Williams. We know all of these blokes have the talent, so it can only get better from here. Our boys showed plenty of tenacity tonight, and the future is bright.
Nice to run into PK and his lovely mum after the game. He'd probably be embarrassed by this, but he's an absolute icon of the club. We could do with his dash around the wings right now :)
Agree with AJs summation. Frankston are better than what people are giving them credit for (based on yesterday's match) and won't be the punching bag that some are expecting.
They best us I pre season, I wouldn't be surprised if they beat us during it as well, they did look good but Williamstown looked that bit more polished and seemed to make things happen with less effort.
17 PREMIERSHIPS, 19 X Runners up
THE VFLS MOST SUCCESSFUL CLUB - THE MIGHTY PORT MELBOURNE BOROUGH!
I'M PORT MELBURNE BORN, I'M PORT MELBOURNE BRED, I'LL BE PORT UNTIL I'M DEAD!!!
Dolphins certainly exceeded my expectations - Friday night at Frankston Park is going to be a tough gig for most teams this year. We will get a much better idea of Frankstons capabilities next week. Port at Port on Friday afternoon will be tough.
I was hoping for Willi to be a force this year but they will have to improve a fair bit on last night. Their list is certainly capable of big things ...
As happened last year, i was relieved to depart Kars St (late) with the four points after another struggle where the margin both last night and last year were flattering for the 'Gulls - Frankston are a good side and will trouble plenty, particularly on their home patch
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