Dunedin - Roar Friendly

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over 14 years ago · edited over 13 years ago

Dammit all!!

For the record I would just like to say that I am extremely jealous of anyone who is going to the game. You lucky lucky b*st*rds.

Mods take control.

"Phoenix till they lose"

Posting 97% bollox, 8% lies and 3.658% genuine opinion.

Genuine opinion: FTFFA

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over 14 years ago · edited over 13 years ago

Junior82 wrote:

Dammit all!!

For the record I would just like to say that I am extremely jealous of anyone who is going to the game. You lucky lucky b*st*rds.

Mods take control.

Still got time J82 - $195 return at the moment, Sat lunchtime to Dunners, Sun or monday return.

We're off at 12.15 tomorrow.

FARKEN!

Kiwi Hatter2011-08-19 00:05:11

We're the WELLINGTON Phoenix

And this is our Home

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over 14 years ago · edited over 13 years ago

Junior82 wrote:

ahmad wrote:

I lobbied Ricki to bring more games down to Dunedin and otagofan said he should get one of the All White qualifiers down here. Ricki (and the players) are GENUINELY amazed at the venue

AWs I could live with (alternate games between Wgtn - the home of football- and other parts of NZ or Greater Wgtn as it should be called).

However while it's great to see you Southerners out in force, it is the Wellington Nix (not the Greater Wgtn Nix).

It's another discussion (that's been done to death) but I stand by what I've said previously - IMO there is a place for taking one or two regular season fixtures on the road. Good for the club, good for the country (given that it's the only NZ team it's the one that most NZers support when it comes to the A-League), and only a little bad for the Wellington based core supporters (the importance of whom cannot be underestimated). It's a compromise and you won't ever please everyone but given that there is potential for away from home home fixtures to generate important income for the club I think the value of that can't be underestimated when the owner does have some financial issues. Oh wait that's only a conspiracy right?

P.S. I re-read what I wrote and when I said "bring more games to Dunedin" I wasn't suggesting (for example) playing 3 regular season games here. One of the travelling home fixtures in the season was all I meant - the plural referring to 2011/2012, 2012/2013, etc.
ahmad2011-08-19 00:12:09

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over 14 years ago · edited over 13 years ago

Kiwi Hatter wrote:

Junior82 wrote:

Dammit all!!

For the record I would just like to say that I am extremely jealous of anyone who is going to the game. You lucky lucky b*st*rds.

Mods take control.

Still got time J82 - $195 return at the moment, Sat lunchtime to Dunners, Sun or monday return.

We're off at 12.15 tomorrow.

FARKEN!

Will we see you at the ground for the training session tomorrow night 5:30pm?

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over 14 years ago · edited over 13 years ago

ahmad wrote:

Kiwi Hatter wrote:

Junior82 wrote:

Dammit all!!

For the record I would just like to say that I am extremely jealous of anyone who is going to the game. You lucky lucky b*st*rds.

Mods take control.

Still got time J82 - $195 return at the moment, Sat lunchtime to Dunners, Sun or monday return.

We're off at 12.15 tomorrow.

FARKEN!

Will we see you at the ground for the training session tomorrow night 5:30pm?

A distinct possibility, depends how much chocolate the kids consume at Cadburyworld

(not me of course - I think I'm allergic to it. If I eat a load of it my stomach swells up!)

Kiwi Hatter2011-08-19 00:44:08

We're the WELLINGTON Phoenix

And this is our Home

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over 14 years ago · edited over 13 years ago

Kiwi Hatter wrote:

Footpaul wrote:

With all due respect, NHS is not an awful venue for watching football - it is one of few decent rectangle venues this country has got. It's just in difficult place for most Aucklanders to get to. Forsyth Barr does look a better venue ,of course, and I'm really looking forward to checking out for myself! Bring on Saturday!

Surely you're havin' a laff. Whats so difficult about going to North Harbour?

Compared to other cities, where stadiums are walking distance from the CBD and/or numerous public transport systems run straight to the gates, it is. I make the effort, but for many it's a pain in the arse to get to.

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over 14 years ago · edited over 13 years ago

Anyway, back on subject - about to catch my flight to sunny Dunners, can't wait to see you all down there!

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over 14 years ago · edited over 13 years ago

Come one come all! Welcome and see you at the training session 5:30pm at the stadium if anyone is coming. Do come and say hi

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over 14 years ago · edited over 13 years ago

Kiwi Hatter wrote:

ahmad wrote:

Kiwi Hatter wrote:

Still got time J82 - $195 return at the moment, Sat lunchtime to Dunners, Sun or monday return.

We're off at 12.15 tomorrow.

FARKEN!

Will we see you at the ground for the training session tomorrow night 5:30pm?

A distinct possibility, depends how much chocolate the kids consume at Cadburyworld

(not me of course - I think I'm allergic to it. If I eat a load of it my stomach swells up!)

I'll be there in spirits KH ($195 x 4 + accom + tickets + food = don't even ask for permission)

Sounds like a really bad allergy - although I'm sure your mariachi tash would stop a lot of the chocolate from entering your digestive system.

Strangely I am allergic to alcohol - I tend to throw up a lot (it is a feeble excuse to hidemy bulimia).

"Phoenix till they lose"

Posting 97% bollox, 8% lies and 3.658% genuine opinion.

Genuine opinion: FTFFA

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over 14 years ago · edited over 13 years ago

Junior82 wrote:

Dammit all!!

For the record I would just like to say that I am extremely jealous of anyone who is going to the game. You lucky lucky b*st*rds.

Mods take control.

+ 1....shame that Sky cant see it in their hearts to spare a couple of the many hours they will be devoting to rugby(urghhh) to show the game

" If you only have a hammer you tend to see every problem as a nail" - maslow

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over 14 years ago · edited over 13 years ago

Junior82 wrote:

Kiwi Hatter wrote:

ahmad wrote:

Kiwi Hatter wrote:

Still got time J82 - $195 return at the moment, Sat lunchtime to Dunners, Sun or monday return.

We're off at 12.15 tomorrow.

FARKEN!

Will we see you at the ground for the training session tomorrow night 5:30pm?

A distinct possibility, depends how much chocolate the kids consume at Cadburyworld

(not me of course - I think I'm allergic to it. If I eat a load of it my stomach swells up!)

I'll be there in spirits KH ($195 x 4 + accom + tickets + food = don't even ask for permission)

Sounds like a really bad allergy - although I'm sure your mariachi tash would stop a lot of the chocolate from entering your digestive system.

Strangely I am allergic to alcohol - I tend to throw up a lot (it is a feeble excuse to hidemy bulimia).

Just disappear for the weekend. No-one will ever know!

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over 14 years ago · edited over 13 years ago

Bloody brilliant. There are 3 busloads coming from Invercargill and I just invited each bus along to the Longroom - the respective bus captains seemed keen!

FIRE UP!

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over 14 years ago · edited over 13 years ago

paullt wrote:

Junior82 wrote:

Dammit all!! For the record I would just like to say that I am extremely jealous of anyone who is going to the game. You lucky lucky b*st*rds. Mods take control.

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+ 1....shame that Sky cant see it in their hearts toï¿½ spare a couple of the many hours they will be devoting to rugby(urghhh)ï¿½ to show the game

"Ive just re-visited this and once again realised that C-Diddy is a genius - a drunk, Newcastle bred disgrace - but a genius." - Hard News, 11:39am 4th June 2009

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over 14 years ago · edited over 13 years ago

Ange Postacogloooo will be on with Jim Mora on Radio New Zealand at 3.40pm if anyone is interested in how they're coping with the cold.

Incredible stamina. No shame. Yellow Fever.

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over 14 years ago · edited over 13 years ago

3 News is also planning a piece on the game tonight so watch out for it! There will also be coverage on Sunday night's sports news all things going well.

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over 14 years ago · edited over 13 years ago

Smithy wrote:

Ange Postacogloooo will be on with Jim Mora on Radio New Zealand at 3.40pm if anyone is interested in how they're coping with the cold.

I was going to ask if they stream online. They do:

http://www.radionz.co.nz/

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over 14 years ago · edited over 13 years ago

Roar posted some pics on their facebook page, aussies loving the stadium!

http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150291593888536.355757.78390538535&l=b34255b524

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over 14 years ago · edited over 13 years ago

Hi Dunedin guys - anyone up for handing out flyers promoting the game?

I'm looking at being on George Street to hand them on on Saturday morning. Anyone willing to help do the same at any time that suits you?

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over 14 years ago · edited over 13 years ago

ahmad wrote:

Bloody brilliant. There are 3 busloads coming from Invercargill and I just invited each bus along to the Longroom - the respectiveï¿½bus captains seemed keen!

ï¿½

FIRE UP!

I don't think we will be drinking alone in the longroom.

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over 14 years ago · edited over 13 years ago

Rosco wrote:

ahmad wrote:

Bloody brilliant. There are 3 busloads coming from Invercargill and I just invited each bus along to the Longroom - the respective bus captains seemed keen!

FIRE UP!

I don't think we will be drinking alone in the longroom.

Do you think you'll be able to drink the place dry?

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over 14 years ago · edited over 13 years ago

ahmad wrote:

Rosco wrote:

ahmad wrote:

Bloody brilliant. There are 3 busloads coming from Invercargill and I just invited each bus along to the Longroom - the respective bus captains seemed keen!

FIRE UP!

I don't think we will be drinking alone in the longroom.

Do you think you'll be able to drink the place dry?

Incredible stamina. No shame. Yellow Fever.

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over 14 years ago · edited over 13 years ago

Just bought my YF Southern Chapter t shirt from Otago Sports Depot!

A couple of young Brisbane players were in there too- feeling the cold and buying gloves, but said they loved the stadium.

I tried to get them to buy a t-shirt, but they were no so keen- but are looking forward to the big crowd - 10,000 plus.

Excellent!

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over 14 years ago · edited over 13 years ago

I've just realised I'm coming to Dunedin tomorrow. Quite excited now.

Incredible stamina. No shame. Yellow Fever.

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over 14 years ago · edited over 13 years ago

Smithy wrote:

I've just realised I'm coming to Dunedin tomorrow.ï¿½ Quite excited now.

I just realised how much I hate you!

"Ive just re-visited this and once again realised that C-Diddy is a genius - a drunk, Newcastle bred disgrace - but a genius." - Hard News, 11:39am 4th June 2009

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over 14 years ago · edited over 13 years ago

C-Diddy wrote:

Smithy wrote:

I've just realised I'm coming to Dunedin tomorrow. Quite excited now.

I just realised how much I hate you!

Really? Just now? I thought you worked that out some time ago...

Perhaps you just remembered...

Incredible stamina. No shame. Yellow Fever.

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over 14 years ago · edited over 13 years ago

Aw, come on fellas, let's just all have sex and not tell Junior.

Group hug (and root).

I like tautologies because I like them.

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over 14 years ago · edited over 13 years ago

Cosimo wrote:

Aw, come on fellas, let's just all have sex and not tell Junior.

Group hug (and root).

When in Dunedin...

Incredible stamina. No shame. Yellow Fever.

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over 14 years ago · edited over 13 years ago

whoops, that comment was meant for the Warner thread. Sigh.

I like tautologies because I like them.

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over 14 years ago · edited over 13 years ago

Very much wish I was going. =(

End of an era. Vinnie - It's over.

If anyone cares for my inane babbling follow @iluvnix17 on the Twitter.

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over 14 years ago · edited over 13 years ago

Smithy wrote:

C-Diddy wrote:

Smithy wrote:

I've just realised I'm coming to Dunedin tomorrow.ï¿½ Quite excited now.

I just realised how much I hate you!

ï¿½

Really? Just now?ï¿½ I thought you worked that out some time ago...

ï¿½

Perhaps you just remembered...

I knew I hated you, just realised how much!

"Ive just re-visited this and once again realised that C-Diddy is a genius - a drunk, Newcastle bred disgrace - but a genius." - Hard News, 11:39am 4th June 2009

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over 14 years ago · edited over 13 years ago

Me too.Chained to the desk at work instead.COYN

Whoops, meant Dunners

hamezilla2011-08-19 17:37:20

COYN

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over 14 years ago · edited over 13 years ago

Still 12:55 PM Sat 20th
Wellington
2:45 PM Sat 20th
Dunedin
     NZ5321

1h 50m
Adult     $99
Low Seats!
Just ring in sick Monday

Supporter For Ever - Keep The Faith - Foundation Member - Never Lets FAX Get In The Way Of A Good Yarn

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over 14 years ago · edited over 13 years ago

I practically cracked one the first time i saw the stadium up close a few months ago. She is simply made for football ( positively gagging for it, the dirty bitch), but didn't think I'd get to see my beloved Nix playing here so soon!

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over 14 years ago · edited over 13 years ago

ahmad wrote:

Hi Dunedin guys - anyone up for handing out flyers promoting the game?

I'm looking at being on George Street to hand them on on Saturday morning. Anyone willing to help do the same at any time that suits you?

Big thumbs up to Ahmad for promoting this game - top job!

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over 14 years ago · edited over 13 years ago

Good clip on the TV3 news about the game. The stadium is absolutely awesome. One factor that might come in to play is the pitch. Tim Brown said it was very hard plus you could see on the clip the mower looked like it was giving the grass a close shave. Will make accurate passing a must.....the ball will just run and run. Could upset the Roar's close passing game if they struggle to adjust.....mind you the Brissy pitches tend to be hard and fast.

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over 14 years ago · edited over 13 years ago

zinidane wrote:

You can't tell if that's the case looking from a distance but you are right about the hard surface - it will create a fast roll.

Fruglo on 15.01.2013 wrote:

Fuck this stupid game

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over 14 years ago · edited over 13 years ago

Best quote from the open training sessiion goes to The bag man (first name eludes me) Gray to Jason Pine. "Theres more people here than there is at Skilled park on a good day" I let a laugh then got some strange looks...

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over 14 years ago · edited over 13 years ago

otagofan wrote:

Yes Skilled is a joke. Have been there only to find the away bay full of kids for 1/2 time games.

Supporter For Ever - Keep The Faith - Foundation Member - Never Lets FAX Get In The Way Of A Good Yarn

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over 14 years ago · edited over 13 years ago

Packing to leave for Dunners in the a.m - spare 'nix top, undies, toothbrush. Sorted :)

Bring. It. On.cosmo2011-08-19 21:16:00

Im not a complete idiot, some parts are missing!

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over 14 years ago · edited over 13 years ago

chchnix wrote:

ahmad wrote:

Hi Dunedin guys - anyone up for handing out flyers promoting the game?

ï¿½

I'm looking at being on George Street to hand them on on Saturday morning. Anyone willing to help do the same at any time that suits you?

Big thumbs up to Ahmad for promoting this game - top job!

ï¿½

Ahmad, you are a star! I am looking forward to meeting you tomorrow.

You inspired me to try and drum up some last minute support. This afternoon I persuaded a friend (who works for a graduate employment website - GradConnection) to spread the word to the Otago Student Union and the Otago Commerce Society.

Kilmarnock FC - Scottish Premier League Champions 1965!

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