Redneck Redfaces

[Bandwagon]

Nincompoop has been such an under rated and under used word, at least since the demise of Dr. Zachary Smith. Congratulations on it's inclusion old man.

 

[POPEYE]

A decade or so ago I was asked by my nephew to come watch him play in an U13 semi final, his mob weren't going to win he said because the team he was playing had been undefeated and it was stacked. By 'stacked' he meant it was made up mainly of one particular ethnic group of kids who had been drawn together, some from outside the imagined boundary of selection, and only the best were picked.

Big deal says I, they probably congregate because they are comfortable being with players who understand their customs and beliefs. Anyway, winning is not important, the only thing that matters is learning the art of sportsmanship, ffs we're talking 13 year old kids. When I turned up to the game I was told by the dads of the team I was with to watch the opposition 5/8, he was supposedly brilliant and the reason they were undefeated.

The game plan was to send all the attack at this 5/8 and to not give him an inch when he had the ball, worked a treat especially when the dads screemed out the game plan incessantly. I can guarantee no-one racially vilified anyone in this shit-hot team but they did lose because my mob played the game of their lives and listened to the sideline encouragement.

As the game was drawing to a close a small contingent of BMWs and Mercs pulled up, some of the occupants were armed with bats and iron bars, some even dressed as though a wedding had been interrupted. I wondered why there weren't many opposition dads at the game, although one bloke never took his phone from his mouth.

Anyone's guess what would have happened if a passing cop car had not intervened, at least I took it for granted to be just passing. All's well that ends well but when I was making a hasty exit I passed the young 5/8 in question and he was balling his eyes out being comforted by his mother, continuously appologising for his team's loss saying it wasn't his fault.

I have been telling myself ever since that this couldn't have happened anywhere other than inner south west Sydney. Not using the above to condone my dislike of the area nor point the finger at the Bulldogs as a club or team of players, but my nephew never played again. Being a dedicated soc every time I see a CB jersey I'm reminded of something abhorrent and I make no apologies for my obvious cynicism

 

[no name]

 

[POPEYE]

The NRL website this morning reads like a book review, replace categories with players and interesting analogies can be construed. An entertaining paperback to read on a train would be Ben Barba, flashy cover, not deep enough to make you not want to put it down but nevertheless worth at least a spot somewhere on someone's shelf.

The storyline has Ben as a Rugby League fullback thrust into the limelight because of his uncanny ability to outstep the opposition defence, as a result he is put on a pedestal which unfortunately later in the story is found to have a shaky foundation. I'm not fond of stories that have obvious endings, this one because Ben's attribute is his Achille's heal, can his talent at beating defence make up for an inability to offer defence. I wouldn't want this book of fiction on any of my shelves.

If you like intrigue you have to find time to read SWB, a must-keep book that needs to be kept under lock and key unless a borrower may refuse to return it. Storyline is basically of a player on a neverending quest to prove a point, after one is achieved he moves to the next, and the next. Unbridled talent has him a free spirit, the envy of all but captive of none. A classic novel that has a deliberately vague ending, up to the reader to wish it their way.

If you like a great read you can't go past Chris McQueen, a feel good story which is a keeper because it is inspirational. A tale about a player once dismissed as ordinary by most, appreciated by a few and now recognised by all. Not a fantasy just a record of accomplishment by someone intent on fulfilling an allocated role best summed up by a recent quote: 'Manly clash will be like Origin' - McQueen. The more stories of this calibre in the future the better.

 

[POPEYE]

So this thread is considered as trolling, must have upset a moderator since trolling is supposed to be continuous personal vitriolic attacks on other forumers, something I steer clear of and steadfastly do not agree with. This thread was initiated so I couldn't be accused of trolling as people have to seek it out purposely, only reason for it to be dumped here is because someone's nose is out of joint . . . and I bet I know which team the wanker supports.

 

[Twizzle]

Thank you for your kind words Popeye. I was also the person who helped you when you had trouble joining.

I support the Parramatta Eels.

 

[POPEYE]

Thank you for your kind words Popeye. I was also the person who helped you when you had trouble joining.

I support the Parramatta Eels.

Then you must know I wasn't referring to you, I imagined you were bowing to pressure from an underling when you removed this thread from mainstream. If most of the rubbish and vitriol in mainstream is not worse trolling than what I write I'll eat my f**king hat. I will continue to post here and only here until interest drops away which it undoubtedly will and that will be it for me. I did appreciate your perseverance while it lasted

 

[Silent Knight]

Don't let it bring you down Pops. This is a great thread and I'm sure you will continue to fight the good fight. I will continue to read your thoughts on our great game, regardless of the forum your thread is kept in.

SK out.

 

[Big Tim]

This thread is not a troll.

Every other thread in the NRL section is a troll.

This thread has some interesting, insightful and crazy thoughts. Agree or disagree with those thoughts as you wish, but to consider it trolling?

Laughable.

64000 views prove that people enjoy the content.

 

[Twizzle]

Then you must know I wasn't referring to you, I imagined you were bowing to pressure from an underling when you removed this thread from mainstream. If most of the rubbish and vitriol in mainstream is not worse trolling than what I write I'll eat my f**king hat. I will continue to post here and only here until interest drops away which it undoubtedly will and that will be it for me. I did appreciate your perseverance while it lasted

Its my role to administer these forums to the best of my ability and I rely on the assistance of alot of other very generous and kind volunteers.

No pressure to bow to anyone.

I'm not sure its that important where your thread is but I hope you continue to enjoy the facilities that we provide for you to speak you piece.

 

[Silent Knight]

Its my roll

Would that be sausage, egg and bacon or electoral?

 

[sensesmaybenumbed]

So this thread is considered as trolling, must have upset a moderator since trolling is supposed to be continuous personal vitriolic attacks on other forumers, something I steer clear of and steadfastly do not agree with. This thread was initiated so I couldn't be accused of trolling as people have to seek it out purposely, only reason for it to be dumped here is because someone's nose is out of joint . . . and I bet I know which team the wanker supports.

Perhaps they misunderstood the meaning of the word 'trolling'.

Or perhaps even the word 'redneck'.

 

[Twizzle]

Would that be sausage, egg and bacon or electoral?

in the hay

 

[bellyache]

http://www.nospam13.com.au/forum/image.php?u=30&dateline=1240196401

 

[bellyache]

Perhaps they misunderstood the meaning of the word 'trolling'.

Or perhaps even the word 'redneck'.

Pops will change the title and start another..

 

[Big Tim]

Thats actually a good idea.

 

[POPEYE]

Its my role to administer these forums to the best of my ability and I rely on the assistance of alot of other very generous and kind volunteers.

No pressure to bow to anyone.

I'm not sure its that important where your thread is but I hope you continue to enjoy the facilities that we provide for you to speak you piece.

I've been called a lot worse things than 'troll'. Like most old people 'out of sight out of mind' doesn't appeal to me but I can still live with that, being categorised alongside people like Gonzo is a different f**king thing. If enough people do bother to search me out it will be more satisfying than tripping over me so if this thread stays alive it will be a compliment, time will tell.

 

[Fire]

Don't let it bring you down Pops. This is a great thread and I'm sure you will continue to fight the good fight. I will continue to read your thoughts on our great game, regardless of the forum your thread is kept in.

SK out.

+1

Think of it as being in exile, Pops. You'll return one day.

 

[POPEYE]

+1

Think of it as being in exile, Pops. You'll return one day.

I can't be a troll if SK is still talking to me and don't forget we've got to go pighunting together

 

[soc123_au]

Keep up the good work you old merkin. There is quite a few of us that still enjoy reading your musings.