Richmond vs Gold Coast - Round 16, 2013

[Gigantor]

Don't think it was norths quickness that destroyed us ,but rather the level of their desire to win the ball

[WA Tiger]

Don't think it was norths quickness that destroyed us ,but rather the level of their desire to win the ball

It was a bit of everything really, all round better than us, we looked very slow against them.

[WilliamPowell]

Don't think it was norths quickness that destroyed us ,but rather the level of their desire to win the ball

It was a bit of everything really, all round better than us, we looked very slow against them.

Fair call,agree

I think teams that have the intensity, the desire, the want will always look quicker than a team that is not switched on or showing the same

[Eat_em_Alive]

GC are a very quick side, could do the same as North did to us!

 

[Penelope]

we'll beat Gold Coast

[1965]

Think I'll spend the day at the beach rather going to the game

What beach ?

Have to drive to Palm cove to get anything decent.

Was just going to say the same thing.

 

[1965]

Think I'll spend the day at the beach rather going to the game

What beach ?

Have to drive to Palm cove to get anything decent.

Was just going to say the same thing.

 

Mind you, the scenery at the Esplanade Lagoon is OK.

 

[daniel33]

No exuses this week at all.Win and nothing else.We loose this all hell will break loose.If we want to make the finals these a the games we must win with or without Ablett.

[Chuck17]

No exuses this week at all.Win and nothing else.We loose this all hell will break loose.If we want to make the finals these a the games we must win with or without Ablett.

Yessssssss Big Dan, no excuses 

[Judge Roughneck]

it'd be nice to play an extra tall at each end none of which are named lukas mcgaune

[one-eyed]

Preview: Tigers v Suns

By Nathan Schmook
afl.com.au
Monday, July 8, 2013


SUMMARY
The Tigers (9-5) received a wake-up call against North Melbourne and need to regroup and make a statement to keep their September plans on track. Gold Coast in Cairns, however, has proven to be the club's bogey fixture and four points are not guaranteed this week. The Suns (5-9), who have lost their past three clashes, expect to be boosted by the return of star midfielder Gary Ablett from a calf injury, while Tigers Bachar Houli (hamstring) and Ivan Maric (groin) should return for a crucial match.     
 
WHERE AND WHEN: Cazalys Stadium, Saturday July 13, 4.40pm
 
TV AND RADIO: Click here for broadcast guide and odds
 
LAST TWO TIMES
R16, 2012, Gold Coast 13.12 (90) d Richmond 13.10 (88) at Cazalys Stadium
R17, 2011, Gold Coast 12.13 (85) d Richmond 9.16 (70) at Cazalys Stadium
 
THE SIX POINTS
 
1. The Suns beat Richmond by 15 points in 2011 and by two points in 2012 with both matchers played in Cairns at Cazalys Stadium. Last season the Suns snuck home thanks to a goal after the final siren to Karmichael Hunt.
 
2. So far Gary Ablett has been the difference between the sides, averaging 30 possessions and polling a total of five Brownlow Medal votes. He is still the clear No.1 in the Official AFL Player Ratings.
 
3. Richmond has played five 'home' games interstate in their history and has lost all five.
 
4. Defensively Richmond is well ahead of Gold Coast this season, conceding 85 points per game compared to the Suns 96 per game.
 
5. The Tigers continue to be the worst tackling side in 2013 ranked last with an average 54.6 per game compared to the Suns, who rank 11th with 61.1 per game.
 
6. Gold Coast has been impressive in 2013 for clearances, ranked sixth with 39.1 per game. Richmond is 12th with 36.6 per game.

http://www.afl.com.au/news/2013-07-08/preview-tigers-v-suns

[Rampstar]

we'll beat Gold Coast

Yeah I agree. I think Hardwick will fire them up and the players will make up for last weeks atrocious efforts. Richmond by 19 points.

[eliminator]

If want to play in the finals got to win this one.

[YellowandBlackBlood]

We'll win and win big.
Richmond by 2 points!

[tiga]

Don't think it was norths quickness that destroyed us ,but rather the level of their desire to win the ball

It was a bit of everything really, all round better than us, we looked very slow against them.

Fair call,agree

I think teams that have the intensity, the desire, the want will always look quicker than a team that is not switched on or showing the same

WP remember the last time you traveled interstate to see a team that had the word "Coast" in their name? Be confident about this one. 

I just came across a very interesting Nostradamus Quatrain....
"An Army of Yellow and Black with a fear of the 9th number will be soundly defeated in Battle by beasts with Long tails and really big feet.
 In search of financial Gain to soothe their wounds, They will head north for solace and deliver retribution amongst the Coast of Riches.
In this battle The Sun shall eclipse, and the army of the Coast will crumble in the notable absence of their great leader.
Victory will be sure and swift and they will return to the great land of the south to triumphant exultation's and the scribes will once again sing their praise."