Which team, boys girls? 16/18's??


More info please!!!

As usual boys choosing footy over b/ball, girls netball!! (get far better looked after in those sports)- most times actually get something back as well.

(#192429) Agreed. Kids, go out and play as many sports as your bodies can take; however once you make a state team, give that your full attention otherwise move aside for someone who will.

anon did your son miss out, get your facts right my Son has missed one session, one early one, has not been late for one. Has been injured in Basketball concussion and jarred knee but has been to all trainings. Another lad has missed trainings due to back spasms and also plays football,but he has been turning up. Another lad was injured early with an ankle injury has not been sighted at trainings but has pulled out.Report the facts under 16 boys have 4 boys that play football. I must admit the boys should freshen up they do look very fatigued.

Jack of all.

But King of none more like it.

Agree with 192449 and 192440 that once you make a state team to be fair to all concerned you should commit the last month to the state cause. I know one kid from sturt and one from norwood chose not to do state because, yes they wanted to make SANFL 17's footy for their clubs, but they also said it was not fair on team mates who do commit 100% when they cannot even though they want to. One of those kids I believe did the same with his club to be fair to his team mates and he still goes to watch. It is clear that to participate at an elite level in 2 sporting codes is very difficult almost impossible.

true metro man it is almost impossible, next year my Son will definetly choose one sport. I believe both sports become compromised, and if we want our children to excel at their truly chosen sport a sacrifice of one sport needs addressing.

on my way to The couger and chuck norris

footy by a country mile, it is cheaper,less parental whinging, no country versus metro jealousy, football generally provides training locally or run buses. Also I have been a development officer for Sturt for 5 years and enjoy coaching opportunities. Also my Son is pushed by challenges and two of the best guards at Albury have chosen Footy. I was a hall of Famer at basketballer at Karoonda, my signature moves after 10 bourbons were the Stationary screen,cross over dribble and the shotglass assists.

And all the other parents and players have wasted their time and effort for a team to underperform because some people are unwilling to make a sacrifice. I hope that by the end of the week there will be some questions asked.

What a wonderfully positive attitude you have DOG 87, they have underperformed already, not having even left SA yet! You are just the type of supporter every team needs, one that gets more joy out of criticising than encouraging.

negativity dog 87, I am a straight shooter, you know who I am,have courage to identify yourself, who has not made sacrifices that is in the team. I am positive the boys will play well as a team. There is always controversies in team selections that is why it is beneficial to communicate with the coaches to find out areas that your child needs improving.

"communicate with the coaches to find out areas that your child needs improving"

Feel good, warm & fuzzy shite!

Bleet! Bleet! Bleet!

My thoughts along with others are with a young under 16 girl from Strath. Definetely not playing probably not even travelling due to her untimely health scare. I along with my family enjoy this forum with some great pressing basketball issues. I suggest some people deliberating in this subject should spend an hour with neeks and family and truly learn about commitment, sacrifice and courage. Also dog 87 I honestly use to be Counsellor, book in for Counselling I am available until 10 this morning, I will be drunk after that. Your negative comment has insulted the integrity of the Under 16 boys chosen and their parents. I am positive the boys will perform.

Legend, no selection problems. Just that the team seems to be struggling because some players have put the team second and themsleves first by not fully committing. Other families have made a full commitment and are being let down by individual selfishness.

Luckily it wont be the case in a couplt of years, and we wont need your self proclaiming humour in the sport.

dog87 sour grapes this is not development Nationals is about winning and playing the best players that make a team. Maybe your son is good individually but his attributes might not gel with the teams concept.Counselling is still available for an hour, I believe I would diagnose you as bipolar or Split personality disorder. One minute "I have no problem with team selection" but "they will be under performing because my kid did not get picked". I also gather your child is a basketballer only, probably has time to go to SASI. Ring me at work and identify yourself coward on 85324788 or 1800 sooky la la. Also dog 87 my son is enjoying his Basketball and might try out next year as he has been approached by scouts to continue. Looking positive as footy and basketball will not clash next couple of years. I look for to the gripes you got my number, good luck to your son.

Sad but same story, footy has far more opportunities and if guru here keeps blinkers on they'll all disappear (as they have been)....

Anonymous above,

I think you'll find the Legend has a son playing for Eastern Mavericks, not Sturt. I'd assume the Sturt reference is to the Sturt FOOTY Club.

But hey, nice petty anti-Sturt placement - even if you are talking about the wrong sport...

Does everybody hate Sturt gee from memory they are top in most grades undefeated in the Under 17, must be a jealousy thing. From a parents point of view I believe he should choose one sport, but the powers to be coaches and selectors due to his abilities have given him this opportunity in which we are greatful. As well as being a Counsellor I was a Qualified Teacher English or grammar was not my speciality it was Sports Psychology. At no stage have you seen me belittle a team or individual. My Son sat down with parental support in regards to his decision, both parties bball and Fball we happy. If you read higher bozo I have been honest and stated my signatories moves and basketball prowess. Very insecure mate about your abilities I have not questioned the refs coaches decision move on. I love the debate, I Counselled myself I think I have multiple personality disorder.

the word under performing is not belittling I feel attack the integrity of the selection process, the kids chosen and their parents who are all committed, did I also state that I work for a legal firm.

hey it's after 10 I have diverted the phone to my mobile, it's on I am at the pub Counselling. I stand corrected not where I am working, my place of employment. Come to my afternoon lecture I will be tanked ' It's call it's not my fault but I have to blame someone" it comes with complimentary mirrors to look at yourself. 1800 sooky lala has been ringing off the hook can now also ring sooky boo boo. Bartender/Secretary can you answer the phone and get me another bourbon.

Now now I did not see you at my lecture this afternoon, I never claimed to be right only my opinion, you have yours. I respect that, I do not have my head up my arse otherwise my hair would not be so grey. If you knew me I have a weird sense of humour granted, all I have done is support my child as we all do. I did not say he excelled in two sports, he has been given the opportunity to play two sports. Here we go you putting words out of context. I have supported the team chosen by the SAC. Lightened up Man My lecture came with a mirror and a happy hour, I honestly don't take myself that seriously. I apologise if I have offended you, your child or family. I am thinking of becoming a comedian that no one thinks is funny.

First of all. i am a player that tried out for the SAC under 16 boys, nad i was successful with 4 other boys to at least make the reserves, and last week me and another reserve had to fight it out for a injured players position. i didnt get selected but that isnt the point. the coach "Shona" knows wat she is doing. an plus this team i found has commited there basically full attention to the nationals. and yes some people have got hurt playin football but we r kids. i mean dont u think we should be able to play two sports?? i used to last yr. so everyone can stop ya winging and bullshit, because the team that was selected is going to go well at nationals. and "legend" u right in wat u r sayin and dog_87 can just piss off cause his negative attitude to the team is not needed. and "legend" i believe i know u. your son plays in the same district team as me.

AAhhh the word "gifteed" (sic) only means potential but they have done it yet.

Also would like to know how come you think you have to be gifted to play 2 sports - what a load of crapola