Phoenix and Anzac day

Phoenix and Anzac day

 Given that other codes have some way of honouring the fallen heros during ANZAC day, ie league and the AFL, what would be the support for a game at the RoF on ANZAC day. Perhaps a game v Wellington FC?, maybe one v another A League opp? Perhaps for ANZAC day shield? Interested to hear views on this subject...

I don't like league boosting off it personally- or at least the sky ads and often the game publicity, though the league game might be a fitting celebration in itself.

Yeah, could be a goer.  But it'll be in the middle of the Nix player's break & some of them may not be in the country or available.  Might have to be a invitational team vs, say, Team Wellington or Auckland City maybe.  The RSA could sell their poppies at the game.

I always think it's tacky how commentators etc. inevitably compare the players 'heroics' to the soldiers.

Do we really need to ruin a day of rememberance by playing sport?

If people pay to watch a game and money raised goes to support veterans then I don't think that devalues the meaning of the day.

thats a good idea, but reality is it very rarely happens.

The comment above about the tackyness of the commentators and their line about the "heroics" of the players is spot on. I hate it
gings2010-04-24 01:14:46

just go watch Wharfies v Seatoun (wimmin) 2pm Karori Pk

It's more than tacky, it's downright offensive.

Thought it was 1pm?

er yeah