Time for Good Friday VFL football?

Submitted by footyman on
Quite simply I think the answer is yes. There's not much happening on the day, all shops are shut, and basically people are looking for something to do. It would be a bigger success than the Box Hill v Coburg Anzac Day VFL game. Very rare for the VFL to be the only game in town. A cash cow waiting to be milked for the club or clubs who are clever enough to make the brave move. I'd predict a crowd of over 5,000 to Good Friday football. The VFL needs to be different - here's a chance. Might be time for someone to try it in 2008.
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zebraman Fri, 6 Apr 2007 - 12:37
I agree..just because it's a religous holiday it doesn't mean that the rest of us have to do nothing... A match or matches on Good Friday is a great idea...and I'm tipping that there would be people who would go to church AND go to the football.. Bring it on
cobrascorer Fri, 6 Apr 2007 - 14:03
Like Sunday football with the VFA, how long would it be before the AFL muscled in?
billythekid Fri, 6 Apr 2007 - 16:19
cobrascorer wrote:Like Sunday football with the VFA, how long would it be before the AFL muscled in?
About one season.
bobbyborough Sat, 7 Apr 2007 - 08:11

Why not it was a boring day yesterday it would be great one to have.Even if there was one game and televise it on ABC TV.I remember a few years ago the season had not started and it was during practice match time Port Melbourne had a full scale practice game against I think it was Preston (Northern Bullants).It started early and it was great to have something on that day as I am not a religious person except Port Melbourne and VFL (VFA) Footy. Go Borough!
NorthPort Sun, 8 Apr 2007 - 06:31
I also reckon it would be a fantastic opportunity for VFA/VFL clubs to attract a decent crowd. Absolutely no reason why the VFL should not experiment with Good Friday as a chance to promote the competition.