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GRIFFITH NOTES: "Riverina Football Record" April 18, 1998 - No. 1

FIRSTLY, I would like to join with everyone at the Club and congratulate the 1997 Reserve Grade premiership team on their effort back in September last year. The guys were tremendous and have enjoyed a long summers celebration.
I am sure everyone at the Club would like to congratulate the three coaches on their appointments for 1998. Firstly, Phil Rowston has returned as senior coach after a stint in the Ovens & Murray League. Adrian Pavese has been appointed U18's coach for the first time after much success in the U15's and Craig Bretherton continues as Reserve's coach.
To Anthony Pavey and George Duncan, last season's senior and U18's coaches we thank you for your efforts. To those departing members of the committee we thank you for your efforts, in particular Darrell Collins for his efforts as President.
Many new players have joined the Club this season and to those players and their families we welcome you. Also, to those players returning to the club after time away, as we look forward to a successful season.
We would like to congratulate Greg and Karen Collins, Jason and Tanya Magoci, Wayne and Melissa Bodycott, Tony and Sarah Mahar, and Danny and Kerri-Anne Baxter on their marriages over the summer period.

Congratulations must also go to Phil Rowston and Kirsty Collins on their engagement.
The Club would also like to take this opportunity to thank Rivcoll & Ganmain-GGM for their efforts in travelling to Griffith for pre-season games. On a sad note, all the Club offer their condolences to Corey Frater on the passing of his grandfather last week.
Today being the start of the 1998 season, I would like to wish all clubs the best of luck in season 1998. Now the pre-season is over, and the real games are here, let's get behind the players today.
Upcoming social functions are the Mystery Bus tour (a mystery unless you have already spoken to Dom) on 25th April. $30 a head and please see Dom and Larissa for details.
This week's player profile is on the new player to the club Justin Sanson.

Nickname: Big Oaf, Justy, Sanso. Fav Pastimes - Bellowing, borrowing other people's drinks, borrowing other people's girlfriends, borrowing other people's dancing space, barking out orders, cooking the world's biggest mushrooms. Likes: Shouting drinks, winning the shield, Lake Cargelligo, taking photos instead of working on the farm, getting out on the town with Timber. Dislikes: harvest, work, quiet, droughts.
The game sponsor for tonight's clash against Leeton-Whitton is Bidgee Marine / Mitchell Ag Parts.

GRIFFITH NOTES: "Riverina Football Record" April 25, 1998 - No. 2

AN inspirational turnaround last Saturday night saw the Seniors come from 7 goals down at half time to win by 32 points against Leeton-Whitton in front of a huge crowd. A top effort by the players, however we cannot afford to give opposition teams this sort of start.
The incentive awards, provided by game sponsor Bidgee Marine and Mitchell Ag Parts were as follows: Exies Dinner for Two to Tom "The Freak" Siegert, Billabong Bottle Shop Award to Glenn "Fidget" Vaccari, the Prendys BP Petrol Voucher to Phil "Rowdy" Rowston and the Lowes socks to Shane "The Leap" Ruyg. A great team effort provided a tremendous start to the season.
The Reserves started the season well against a very determined opposition to hold on by nine points. The awards were $30 and the Players' Player Mug to David "Digger" Gee, $%20 to Trent "Trenno" Demarco and $10 to Mark "Macca" McCormack. The McDonald's / Griffith Coaches award was won by Matt "Steroids" Kenny.
The Under 18's had a convincing win against strong opposition. The awards were $15 to Stephen Mitchell, $10 to Shane Russell and $5 to Michael Duncan. The McDonald's / Coach's Award was won by Matthew Edwards.
The netball girls were defeated 70-9 but it was good to see them get a team together. Keep it up girls.
This week player profile is on a player returning to the Club this year, Matthew Cox.

Nicknames: Coxy, Dogdad, Mowgli. Favourite Pastimes: Teaching, living with Justin Barry, not washing while travelling through Spain. Dislikes: Hairdressers, sharing, launderettes, water. Ambition in Life: To grow my hair longer than "Cousin lt".
This week's game against East Wagga-Kooringal is sponsored by Griffith Laundry Service and we thank them for their kind sponsorship.

GRIFFITH NOTES: "Riverina Football Record" May 2, 1998 - No. 3

ON a very wet and windy day the Seniors were made to work hard by a very physical and determined EWK opposition before coming away with a 3-goal win. It was a credit to the guys the way they continued to work hard in the conditions to ensure victory. The game was sponsored by the Griffith Laundry Service and the Awards were as follows: Dinner for 2 at the Griffith Ex-Servicemen's Club and the towel to Dean "Raging Bull" Jamieson, the Billabong Bottle Shop award to the debutante Michael ''Tank' Elliott, the Prendy's Petrol award to Tony ''Golly'' Mahar and the Lowes socks to Daniel ''Off tap'' Tuohey.
The Reserves played well in first half to record a win. The awards were $30 and the Players' Player Mug to Mathew 'Manuel' Cox, $20 to Matthew ''Rowdy'' Signor, and $10 to Dominic ''Full Monty'' Skehan.
The Under 18's were defeated by a strong opposition under difficult conditions. The awards were $15 to Stephen Mitchell, $10 to Jake Maguire and $5 to Nick Maloni. I am sure the boys will bounce back this week.
The Netballers went down 50 to 21 in a much-improved effort. Keep at its girls.
Congratulations from everyone at the Club goes to Leanne and Damien Scott on the birth of a baby girl. Congratulations also goes to Scott Rawle, Matthew Waide and Michael Duncan on making the NSW Under 16 Squad.
Today's Player Profile is on Dominic Skehan.

Nicknames: Schooner, Scoob, Freak, Boy George. Favourite Pastimes: Cross dressing, annoying Darren Wallett, cutting lunches, manicures. Dislikes: Porky's eyebrows, Witchy Poo. Most Memorable Moment: Doing the 'Full Monty' while visiting with Porky and Mitch. Career Ambition: To share farm at Binya.
Today's game against Temora is sponsored by Griffith Auto Screen and we thank them for that...

GRIFFITH NOTES: "Riverina Football Record" May 10, 1998 - No. 4

AFTER an even first half a terrific third quarter by the Senors enabled Griffith to lead by 25 points at three quarter time in front of another large home crowd. The guys withstood a strong comeback from the opposition (Temora) in the final term to win a great game of football by 2 points.
The game was sponsored by Griffith Auto Screen and the Senior awards were as follows: The Dinner for Two at the Ex-Servicemen's Club was won by Matthew "Unwashed" Cox, the Billabong Bottle Shop Award was won by his brother Tommy "The girls' favourite" Siegert, the Prendy's BP Petrol Voucher was won by Tony "Blanket" Mahar and the Lowes Socks was won by Shane "Plugger" Ruyg. The McDonalds / Griffith Coaches award was won by Frankie "The Whisper" Matthews.
The Reserves played four quarters of football to record a big win. The awards were $30 and Players' Player Mug to Jason "Stretch" Maskell, $20 to Mark "Rowdy" McCormack and $10 to Tony "The smiling assassin" Butcher. The McDonalds / Griffith Coaches award was won by Matthew "Bluey" Signor.
The Under 18's played very well and returned to the winners list with a big win. The awards were $10 to Ben Ford, $10 to Simon McClure and $5 to Matthew Neyland. The McDonalds / Griffith Coaches Award was won by Tommy Spry.
The netball girls were defeated 80-21. Keep at it girls. On the social scene our next function is a seafood night at Yoogali on Sunday 24th May after the Coolamon game. $30 per person all you can eat, please see Dom or Larissa for bookings.
This week's Player Profile is on Mark O'Connor.

Nicknames: Ocker, Big Boy. Favourite Pastimes: partying, playing football, single life, cybersex, golf after the Elbow. Dislikes: Marriage, shoulder injuries. Favourite Food: Whatever is on the menu Monday night after football training. Favourite Nightclubs: Bent Elbow Room, the Blue Oyster Bar. Most Admired Person: Christian Files, Bill Gates.
This week's game against Turvey Park is sponsored by Vaccari's Bakery and we thank them for that.

GRIFFITH NOTES: "Riverina Football Record" May 16, 1998 - No. 5

ON what was obviously a bad day result wise for the Club we were convincingly defeated in all three grades by a very well prepared Turvey Park opposition. The Seniors were outplayed in the first and last quarters and subsequently were well beaten. The game was sponsored by Vaccari's Bakery and the awards were as follows: The Dinner for Two at the Griffith Ex-Servicemen's Club was won by Tony 'Golly' Mahar, the Billabong Bottle Shop award was won by Phil 'Rowdy' Rowston, the Prendy's BP award was won by Frank 'Telstra' and the Lowes award was won by Glen 'Fidge' Vaccari.
The Reserves struggled after quarter time and were soundly defeated. The awards were: The Players' Player Mug to Jason 'Spider' Magoci, $30 to Jason 'The Shark' Maskell, $20 to Owen 'Big O' Brown, and $10 to Mark 'Plugger' McCormack.
The Under 18's battled hard but could not bridge the gap after being well behind early. The awards were $15 to Marc Forster, $10 to Nick Maloni, and $5 to Rodney Simpkin. The Netballers were defeated 81 to 21.

On the Social scene please let Dominic Skehan of Phil Rowston know today if you are attending the Seafood night next Sunday after the Coolamon game.
This week's Player Profile is on Matthew Kenny.

Nicknames: Special K, Anna, Freak. Favourite Pastime: Driving at high speed, dancing, wearing clothes from St. Vinnies, being late for football training, 70's parties, cross dressing, rave parties, collecting telephone hand pieces. Dislikes: Weights, 21st birthdays (especially my own), the sound of breaking glass. Favourite Food: Alfalfa, nothing else. Favourite Nightclub: Star Hotel Echuca, Hellfire Studio, Steamworks, DCMs, The Sub, Mansions. Most Admired person: Matthew Hosking, Wayne Sully.

This week's game against Narrandera is sponsored by the Acacia Motel and we thank them for that.

GRIFFITH NOTES: "Riverina Football Record" May 24, 1998 - No. 6

AFTER a titanic all night the Seniors were defeated by Narrandera in front of another big crowd under lights. The guys must learn to play four quarters of football and not give the opposition any breaks.
The game was sponsored by the Acacia Motel and the awards where the Ex-Servicemen's Club Award was won by Frank "Captain Snooze" Matthews, the Billabong Bottle Shop award was won by Matthew "The Big O" Olney, the Prendys BP Award was won by Phillip "Rowdy" Rowston, and the Lowes Award was won by Aaron "Porky" O'Keefe.
The Reserve Grade worked hard and had a good win. The awards were Players' Player Mug to Matthew "Lashes" Kenny, $30 to Brent "Macatmacoat" Hathaway, $20 Adrian "Capper" Stibbard, $10 to Michael "bubba" Claydon, and the McDonalds / Griffith Coaches Award to Myles "Cowboy" Bunn.
The Under 18's played well and recorded a big win. The awards were $15 to Luke Irons, $10 to David Roberts, $5 to Luke Jasprizza and the McDonalds / Griffith Coaches Award to Matthew Edwards.
Commiserations from all the Club go to Dean and Tim Hilton and their families on the passing away of their grandmother last week.
Tonight, is a seafood night at the Yoogali Club. $30 a head for all the seafood you can eat.
This week's player profile is on Shane Ruyg.

Nicknames: Rug, Boxhead, Goofy, Chopper. Favourite Pastimes: Kicking goals, not handballing, annoying Matty Olney, buying new cars, growing his hair upwards, cross dressing. Favourite Venue: Goldfingers, Elbow Room, Monday night training. Career Highlight: Working at Bartters with the legendary Ricky Burdett. Most Memorable Moment: Receiving handballs in the forward line from Gary "Oldgus" Argus and Billy McGowan in the same game.
This week's game against Coolamon is sponsored by Brenda Spears and family and we thank them for that.

GRIFFITH NOTES: "Riverina Football Record" June 7, 1998 - No. 8

THE Seniors started well at Coolamon and built a strong lead by half time. A combination of us relaxing in the second half, and the opposition increasing the tempo resulted in a much closer final result than anticipated. Still, it was good to get the four points after a couple of losses.
The awards were sponsored by Brenda Spears, and they were as follows: The Dinner for Two at the Ex-Servicemen's Club was won by Matthew "Buckets" Olney, the Billabong Bottle Shop award was won by Matthew "Manuel" Cox, the Prendy's BP award was won by Greg "Splash" Collins, and the Lowes award was won by Dean Jamieson.
The Reserves battled the game out manfully under difficult circumstances. Thanks to the U18 players, who stepped up to help us out. Your efforts were appreciated. The awards were the Players' Player Mug to Matthew "Ziggy", $30 Adrian "No Sleep" Stibbard, $20 Paul ''Punter'' Brasier, and $10 Mick ''Tank'' Elliott.
The Netballers went close in a titanic battle 19-54 but could not bring home the points.
This week we celebrate three milestones within the club. First the ageless dinosaur Greg Collins reaches the 200 senior game milestone and today and he is to be congratulated on this fine achievement. He debuted in round 2 in 1984 and his efforts in reaching the milestone has been tremendous. Also, the veteran Damien Scott reaches 100 senior game milestone today, another excellent effort.

The boy from Barellan plays his 50th senior game for the club today, another fine achievement. Best wishes go to all three players today and let's hope we can come home with a win in the seniors and give the boys something to celebrate tonight.
Our congratulations also go to Phil Rowston, Frank Matthews and Tony Mahar on making the RFL rep team that unfortunately went down to Sydney FL last weekend. On a sad note, Franky injured himself in the game and everyone at the club wishes him well for a speedy recovery.
On the Social scene next week, Mark Smith will be playing at the Exies after the game. Let's make sure everyone comes back and makes it a top night. On Friday 17 July, 7.30pm at the Ex-Servicemen's Club a benefit night is being held for a longtime supporter and committeeman Brian Files who is battling a very serious illness at the moment. Tickets are $10 per person which includes supper and are available from the Exies Sports Club. Everyone is welcome to attend and support the Files family at this time.
The club was saddened recently by the death of Joe Tyndall, father of former player Bill. The club offers its sincere condolences to the Tyndall family during this difficult time. We were further saddened earlier this week by the sudden death of timekeeper Kevin Wade. He was a supporter of the club, who was a regular visitor to training and helped out on match days when he could. The club would also like to offer its sincere condolences to Kevin's wife and family. Kevin will be truly missed around the club.
This week's Player profile is on Dean Crotty.

Nicknames: Grotty, Banger, Slug. Favourite pastimes: Sleeping in Annette's and Adrian's bed, deb practice, doing the dishes with Adrian, wearing Adrian's underwear, showering with Adrian. Favourite nightclubs: Bar 20, London Hotel, change rooms on a Monday night, Frankies place. Likes: Annette's cooking, VB stubbies, rum, bus trips, Rossies Supermarket, Annette's & Adrian's bucket, being in more than one shout at a time. Dislikes: Training, alarm clocks. Most memorable moment: Getting the quadrella one night.

This week's awards against Mangoplah Cookardinia United are sponsored by George Duncan Electrics and we thank them for that.

GRIFFITH NOTES: "Riverina Football Record" June 14, 1998 - No. 9

ON another day where conditions were not conductive to pretty football the Griffith Swans came from being behind all day on the scoreboard to record a very important win against Mangoplah Cookardinia United. It was a top effort from the guys and topped off a good day for the club.
The awards were sponsored by George Duncan Electrical, and they were as follows: The Ex-Servicemen's Club dinner for two was won by Dean Jamieson, the Billabong Bottle Shop award was won by Tony "Golly" Mahar, the Prendys BP Award was won by Jason "Jockey" Magoci and the Lowes Award was won by Matthew "Noah" Olney.
The Reserve Grade struggled early but lifted after half time to win against dogged opposition. The awards were the Players' Player Mug to Myles "Snake Skin Shoes" Bunn, $30 to Mick "Kingswood Country" Claydon, $20 to Jason "Jooce" Catanzariti and $10 to Michael "Baby Face" Duncan. The McDonalds / Griffith Coaches award were won by Mick "Barrel Junior" Elliott and Shane "Chopper" Russell.
The Under 18's started well and ran out convincing winners after another good effort from the boys. The best players were $15 to Aaron Taylor, $10 to David Roberts and $5 to Paul McCormack. The McDonalds / Griffith Coaches award was won by Peter Hunt.
The netball girls again battled hard but were defeated by 35 goals in another improved effort. Keep at its girls and a win will come.
On the social scene tonight, Mark Smith will be playing at the Exies Sports Club after the game. Everyone is welcome and please make an effort to attend. Please do not forget about tickets for the Brian Files tribute night on July 17. The tickets are $10 and available from the Exies Sports Club. This week's player profile is on Jason Vaccari.

Nicknames: Vaccers, Sleaze Dough Boy Senior, Mr. Bubbles. Favourite Pastimes: Being Sleazy, baking bread, making birthday cakes using plastic buckets, visiting Melbourne. Likes: Late nights, shorts skirts, summer flirtatious women, Men Gallery, Horn Street. Dislikes: Cold weather, backline, wearing backless dresses. Favourite literary item: Any picture magazine. Most admired person: Matthew Cox, Brad Hammond, Al Bundy. Most Memorable Moment: Reaching 100 kilos over summer.
This week's awards against Ganmain-Grong Grong-Matong are sponsored by Mim and Kevin Rowston and we certainly thank them for their sponsorship.

GRIFFITH NOTES: "Riverina Football Record" June 21, 1998 - No. 10

IN front of a good crowd on a terrific day for football the Swans were jumped early by Ganmain-Grong Grong-Matong. Despite a minor recovery in the second quarter the Lions ran away with the game in the second half. We need to be ready to work from the first bounce and not allow the opposition teams starts if we want to give ourselves a chance to match it with the better teams in the competition.
The awards were donated by Kevin and Mim Rowston and they were as follows: The Griffith Ex-Servicemen's Club dinner for two was won by Damien "Super Boot" Scott, the Billabong Bottle Shop award was won by Matthew "Grub" Cox, the Prendys BP award was won by Frank "Smoke Free Zone" Matthews and the Lowes award was won by Myles "The Goolgowi Kid" Bunn.
The Reserves played well and had a good win. The Players' Player Mug award was won by Michael "Mildura Mick" Claydon, $30 to Jason "Jooce" Catazariti, $20 to Andrew "Grumpy" Amor. The McDonalds / Griffith Coaches award was won by Rodney "Gerry Gee" Duncan.
The Under 18's played four good quarters of football and had a very good win. The awards were $15 to Jake Mcguire, $10 to Paul Reed and $5 to Rick Frkovic. The McDonalds / Griffith Coaches was won by David Dunn.
The netballers were convincingly defeated 74 to 4 but battled the game out with a good, spirited opposition.
This week's player profile is on Aaron O'Keefe.

Nicknames: Dogdad, Porky, Erin, The Glenormiston Terror. Favourite Pastimes: Gym, gym and more gym, not wearing tops, telephoning his cousin, sleeping on the lounge, removing flywire screens. Inspirations in Life: Arnold Schwarznegger, Justin Barry. Favourite Musicians: The Four Kinsmen, Terang Boys Choir. Dislikes: Wearing tops, cleaning, staying awake, carpet (being able to see it), Frankies cooking, milking cows. Most memorable moment: Losing an eyebrow at Easter, going to the beauticians.
This week's awards against Wagga Tigers are donated by MIA Fuel Supplies, and we thank them for that.

GRIFFITH NOTES: "Riverina Football Record" July 5, 1998 - No. 12

AFTER leading for three quarters the Seniors were defeated by Leeton-Whitton in a good game of football. We had our chances to win and did not take enough of them. It is crunch time now and we must start winning to be there at the business end of the season. The awards were sponsored by Elders Limited, and they were as follows: The Ex-Servicemen's Club dinner for two was won by Tony ''Spud'' Mahar, the Billabong Bottle Shop award was won by Shane ''The Goose'' Ruyg, the Prendy's BP petrol voucher was won by Phil ''Old Blue Eyes'' Rowston, and the Lowes award was won by Frank ''Michael Klim'' Matthews. The McDonalds / Griffith Coaches award was won by Daniel ''Felix Unger'' Tuohey.
The Reserve grade was in front at half time but could not maintain the tempo in a poor effort. The awards were $30 and the Players' Player Mug to Tony ''Tank Engine'' Butcher, $20 Adrian ''Agassi'' Stibbard and $10 to Trent ''Mr. Smooth'' Demarco. The McDonalds Griffith Coaches award was won by Aaron Taylor.
The Under 18's had a good win to consolidate their position in the final five. The awards were $15 to Michael Elliott, $10 Paul Kite and $5 to Matthew Neyland. The Netballers tried hard but were defeated 74-6.
On the Social scene do not forget about the mid-season Ball to be held next Saturday after the Temora game at the Yoogali Club. Tickets available from Elders or the Football Club at $10 per person which includes entertainment and supper. Everyone is welcome.
Could everyone please note our game against Narrandera planned for Sunday August 2 has been changed to Saturday August 1. There is a $1000 reverse draw now on the Sunday at the Exies Sports Club. $20 a ticket gets free food and drink for a chance to win the $100. See Rooster or Joker for tickets.
Also do not forget to buy a ticket to the Brian Files Tribute Night on Friday July 17 at the Griffith Ex-Servicemen's Club. $10 a ticket for what will be a top night and go to a good cause. Tickets available from the Ex-Servicemen's Club or the Exies Sports Club.
This week's Player Profile is on Andrew Amor.

Nicknames: Grumpy, Cranky, Angry. Favourite Pastimes: Buying shooters, doing back flips, drinking Baileys, dancing, lighting the hairs on my chest, getting rubdowns. Dislikes: Shaving, roving, playing in the backline, trying to remember the next morning what happened the night before. Favourite Movies: Cocktail, Saturday Night Fever. Favourite Song: The Nips are getting Bigger. Most Admired Person: Scott Lord.

This week's awards against East Wagga-Kooringal are sponsored by Danny's Store and we thank them for that.

GRIFFITH NOTES: "Riverina Football Record" July 11, 1998 - No. 13

AFTER a slow first quarter against the EWK Hawks, the boys stepped up a notch to record a very good and badly needed win. Now is the time to string a few wins together if we want to feature at the business end of the season.

The awards were sponsored by Danny's Store and the Griffith Ex-Servicemen's Club dinner for two was won by Jason "The Tasmanian Terror" Magoci, the Billabong Bottle Shop award will be well utilised by Frank "Dawn Fraser" Matthews, the Prendy's BP Petrol Voucher was won by Phil "Plugger" Rowston and the Lowes Socks went to Dean Jamieson. The McDonalds / Griffith Coaches award was won by Damien "Son of Pavese" Crotty.
The 2nds game was tight for three quarters, but the boys kicked away in the last quarter to win. The Players' Player Mug was won by Tony "Bonecrusher" Butcher, $20 to Dom "Elle Bache" Skehan and $10 to Darrell "Father Times" Collins. The McDonalds / Griffith Coaches award was won by Owen "Sadie" Brown.
The Under 18's had a top win and went another step towards the top three at the end of the year. The awards were $15 to Simon McClure, $10 to Paul Kite and $5 to Jake Maguire. The McDonalds / Griffith Coaches award was won by Scott Rawle.
The netballers were defeated 42 to 16 in a much-improved effort. It would make life a little bit easier for the girls if they could get a full team together, so any interested players are welcome.
Congrats from all at the Club goes to Tammy & Patrick Dempsey on the birth of a baby boy. Tonight, is the Mid-Season Ball and everyone is invited at the Yoogali Club from 7.30 onward for an entertaining evening. $10 a ticket includes supper and entertainment.
On Friday night the Brian Files Tribute Night is being held and all supporters of the club are welcome to attend. Tickets are $10 each available from Exies Sports Club.
Next Sunday at 7 p.m. is the Dutch Auction and any donations of goods from players will be accepted. Please see Rooster or bring your donation to the game. Any goods donated will be appreciated.
Our player profile this week is on Scott Lord.

Nicknames: Flirt, Lordy, Sir Lord, His Royal Highness. Fav Pastimes: giving orders, spreading rumours, disappearing during drinking sessions, getting speeding tickets, kicking goals, cross dressing, pretending he wears trousers at home, strutting. Dislikes: Handballing, being told what to do, vanity. Fav Holiday venue: Tathra & Canberra by bus. Fav Nightclubs: The Zoo at Deniliquin, Hanwood Catholic Club. Fav Drinks: Scotch and Dry, anything someone else pays for. Most Admired person / biggest influence on career: Peter Steer.
This week's game against Temora is sponsored by Wade Transport and we thank them for that.

GRIFFITH NOTES: "Riverina Football Record" July 19, 1998 - No. 14

AFTER kicking the first 3 goals of the game against Temora we stopped until the last ten minutes. It's a pity we couldn't have played the whole game with the level of intensity we had in the last ten minutes. The result may have been something better. Now we are really at the crossroads in regard to making the finals this season, and it's time for a few more people to stand up and be counted.
The awards were donated by Wades Transport. The Ex-Servicemen's Club dinner was won by Phil "Who won the Prendys" Rowston, the Billabong Bottle Shop award was won by Dean Jamieson, the Prendys BP Petrol Voucher was won by Aaron "The Pimp" O'Keefe, and the Lowes Award went to "I was only giving mouth to mouth" Olney.
The Reserves had a good win but will need to improve. The awards were $30 and the Players' Player Mug to Myles "Country and Western" Bunn, $20 to Mick "Mad Mick from Mildura" Claydon and $10 to Owen "The old stager" Brown. The McDonalds / Griffith Coaches award were won by Steve "How's your housemate" Dalgleish and Jake Maguire.
The Under 18's played really well and had a big win. Keep at it guys and hold onto that top three position. The awards were $15 to Ben Ford, $10 to Matthew Flagg and $5 to David Dunn.
Many thanks go to those who organised and set up the Mid-Season Ball. A terrific night was had by those who attended. Tonight, is the Dutch Auction, and donations of any goods would be appreciated. Thanks also to those people who donated the casseroles after training last week. On 2nd August we have the $1000 reverse draw. See Rooster for tickets. On 9th August after the Coolamon game we have a Trivia Night at the Exies Sports Club. Entry is $5 a head.
This week's player profile is Trent Demarco.

Nicknames: Trenno, Tranny, TB, DMC. Fav Pastime: Taking girls home for Robert Nascimben to pick up, trying to leave Club 500 while the boys are watching, responding in person to telephone messages. Hero: Dom Skehan for his nocturnal exploits. Likes: Getting bogged and trying to spin the wheels on the trailer, cross dressing, playing touch football with Matty Kenny's girlfriend, visiting Belvedere Restaurant while Jason is not there. Fav Music: Kenny Rogers, Country and/or Western or both.

This week's awards against Turvey Park are sponsored by the Athletes Foot and we thank them for that.

GRIFFITH NOTES: "Riverina Football Record" August 1, 1998 - No. 16

LAPSES at crucial times in the Seniors resulted in a loss in what was a good, hard game of football against Turvey Park. We really need to start winning games and give us a chance of competing in September so lets start now.
The awards were sponsored by The Athletes Foot and the Ex-Servicemen's Club. Dinner for two was won by Frank 'Please come around and visit me' Matthews, the Billabong award was won by Damien "Superkick" Scott, and the Lowes award was won by Phil "Sleeping Beauty" Rowston. The McDonalds / Griffith Coaches award was won by Tony "That's my bike" Mahar.
The 2nds played four quarters of football and had a good win. The awards were $30, and the Players Player Mug was won by Mark 'Rowdy' McCormack, $20 to Tony "The Ant" Butcher, and $10 to Adrian "The ghost who walks" Stibbard. The McDonalds / Griffith Coaches award was won by Brent "Macatmacoat" Hathaway.
The Under 18's battled hard but were defeated by strong opposition. The awards were $15 to Paul Kite, $10 to Jake Maguire and $5 to Stephen Mitchell. The McDonalds / Griffith Coaches award was won by Tom Spry.
The Netballers put on a great display in an enjoyable game only to be defeated by 37 to 31.
Thank you to the players, supporters and sponsors who donated goods for the Dutch Auction. Tonight we welcome everyone back to the Exies Sports Club for a meal and a few drinks after the trip home. Do do not forget that on Sunday we have the Reverse Draw commencing at 2pm at the Exies Sports Cub.
Next week after the Coolamon game we have a Trivia Night at the Exies Sports Club. Cost is $5 entry per person and a team of six are needed.
The Player Profile this week is on Tony Mahar.

Nicknames: Mars Bar, Golly, The Flying Doormat. Recruited from: Elders. Most memorable moment: Going to the Hillston races with Peter Steer. Favourite TV Shows: Cross Country. Favourite Holiday venue: Kingston Hotel in Canberra. Favourite Drink: Anything purchased by Scott Lord. Favourite pastime: Being flat out at Elders, especially on cold and wet training nights. Biggest fears: Mice, Peter Steer returning to Elders, Scott Lord becoming my boss, being ball and chained at the Elbow Room again, losing my sideburns, visiting Canberra on a Sunday. Biggest influence: Adam Baulch.

This week's awards against Narrandera are sponsored by Brian Hammond and we thank him for that.

GRIFFITH NOTES: "Riverina Football Record" August 9, 1998 - No. 17

AFTER a terrific first half against Narrandera where the players played some great football, Griffith went on to record a very good win. It was a top four quarter and if we can continue to play with that level of intensity the positive results will come our way.

The awards were sponsored by Brian Hammond and the Seniors, Ex-Servicemen's Club award was won by Tony "The Bulldog" Butcher, the Billabong Bottle Shop award was won by Frank "Verandah top" Matthews, the Prendy's BP award was won by Daniel "Felix Unger" Tuohey, and the Lowes Award was won by Matthew "Smiley" Olney. The McDonalds / Griffith Coaches award was won by Greg "Grumpy" Dreyer.
The Reserves battled hard but were defeated. The awards were $30 and the Players' Player Mug to Jason "Big is Beautiful" Maskell, $20 to Justin "The Big Oaf" Samson, and $10 to Matthew "Ribs on the Run" Kenny. The McDonalds / Griffith Coaches award was won by Andrew "The Veteran" McCashney.
The Under 18's had a good win and played some top football. I believe the awards were $15 to Paul Kite, $10 to Michael Johns and $5 to Matthew Flagg. Condolences from everyone at the club to Peter Hunt on the passing of his grandmother.
Tonight, we have a Trivia Night at the Exies Sports Club starting at about 7.30pm. It is $5 per head entry with tables of six and plenty of prizes to be won.
This week's player profile is on Jason Maskell.

Nickname: Masc. Likes: Big girls, no training, lying on stretchers, drinking shooters, doing overtime, cross dressing, the Elbow. Dislikes: Football training, Monday mornings, thin woman, Dorothy from Alice in Wonderland. Favourite Song: "Eat It". Most admired person: Al Bundy. Favourite TV show: Veronica's Closet. Favourite Book: Picture Magazine.
This week's awards against Coolamon are sponsored by JK Signs and we thank John Kupsch for that

GRIFFITH NOTES: "Riverina Football Record" August 16, 1998 - No. 18

IN good conditions for football Griffith recorded a percentage boosting win over Coolamon despite several lapses during the game. We will not be able to afford to have these lapses during the games over the next few weeks as we meet the better performing teams in the comp.

The awards were sponsored by JK Signs, and they were as follows: The Ex-Servicemen's Club dinner was won by Matthew "The Pyromaniac' Olney, the Billabong Bottle Shop award was won by Frank "The Reverend" Matthews, the Prendy's BP award was won by Matthew "Chooka" Cox, and the Lowes award was won by Greg "the push up king" Dreyer. The McDonalds / Griffith Coaches award was won by Myles "Mr. Trivia" Bunn.
The Reserves had a good win in a hard game against a committed opposition. The awards were: the Players' Player Mug to Danny "Mutley" Tuohey, $30 to Tony "Tank Engine" Butcher, $20 to Mark "Radar" McCormack and $10 to Marc "Bush Chook" Forster. The McDonalds / Griffith Coaches award was won by Peter "Axe" Hunt.
The netballers were defeated 44-19 but again battled hard.
Thanks to those people who contributed to the Casserole Night on Wednesday night.
On the social scene the 1998 Best & Fairest Vote Count will be held on Sunday August 31 at the Exies Sports Club after the Tigers game, and the 1998 Presentation Night will be held on Friday October 16 at the Ex-Servicemen's Club.
This week's player profile is on Myles Bunn.

Nicknames: Bunny, Rabbit, The Goolgowi Kid. Favourite Pastimes: Listening to Country & Western, Orange Ag College, B & S Balls, marking lambs, being late, Rodeos. Dislikes: People who drink rum. Favourite Music: Slim Dusty, Lee Kernaghan, Spice Girls, Elton John. Favourite drink: One bourbon, on scotch and one beer. Favourite venue: Goolgowi Hotel. Goolgowi Rodeo. Most admired person: John Wayne. Biggest influence on career: Dom Norman.
This week's awards against MCUE are sponsored by Quiprite and we thank them for that.

GRIFFITH NOTES: "Riverina Football Record" August 23, 1998 - No. 19

A terrific day for the Griffith Australian Football Club is the best way to describe the efforts last Sunday. The Seniors rallied against a willing MCUE opposition in inclement conditions to win after being behind at half time. It was a great team effort, and we need to continue with the same level of intensity going into the weeks ahead if we want to keep on winning.

The awards in the Seniors were sponsored by Quiprite and they were as follows: The Ex-Servicemen's Club dinner was won by Dean Jamieson, the Billabong Bottle Shop award was won by Sylvanis "Minno" Tipiloura, the Prendy's BP award was won by Tony "Golly" Mahar, and the Lowes award was won by Matthew "Elephant man" Cox. The McDonalds / Griffith Coaches award was won by Myles "One scotch, one bourbon, one beer" Bunn.

The 2nds fought back after being well behind to record an outstanding and important win. The awards were the Players" Player Mug was won by Tony "Here we go again" Butcher, $30 to Mick "Dead eye dick" Claydon, $20 to Paul "Norm" Brasier and $10 to Matthew "Nails" Neyland.

The Under 18's played well and had a top win to maintain third position on the ladder. The awards were $15 to Peter Hunt, $10 to Michael Duncan and $5 to Matthew Waide.

Unfortunately, the netballers had to forfeit after being unable to get enough numbers. Bad luck to those who tried to make it work this year and thanks for the efforts of those who committed themselves.

Congratulations goes to George Duncan and the premiership winning Under 15's team on their victory in last week's South West District Juniors footy grand final.

On the social scene do not forget the Best & Fairest vote count at the Exies Sports Club next week after the game against Tigers. Also, this year's Presentation Night will be held on Friday 16th October at the Griffith Ex-Servicemen's Club.

This week's player profile is on Sylvanis Tipiloura.

Nicknames: Minno, Conguppa. Favourite Venue: Tiwi Islands Football Ground. Favourite Food: Big Macs, cheeseburgers and large cokes, Dugong. Likes: Looking at myself in the mirror, heat lamps, hot air, Puma king, sheep, rubbing oil on my skin, trimming my moustache, wearing other people shoes, cleaning up after Frank. Dislikes: Frank cutting my hair, echidnas, nudity, smoking and drinking, telephoning Darwin and the Tiwi Islands, photos of myself in the newspaper, waiting in Wadey's van while Billy (Gannon) delivers the parcels. Favourite Music: Any love songs. Most embarrassing moment: Getting off the aero plane at Narrandera on the way to Griffith. Most Admired Sportsman: Kane Duncan.
This week's game against GGGM is sponsored by the Griffith Past Players and Ernie Wade and we thank them for that.

GRIFFITH NOTES: "Riverina Football Record" August 30, 1998 - No. 20

DESPITE many wasted opportunities in front of goal in the first half the Seniors were well placed to win the game at three quarter time but were overrun by a determined GGGM opposition. The players must maintain the intensity for four quarters if they want to continue on in September.

The awards were sponsored by the Griffith Past Players and Ernie Wade, and they were as follows: The Ex-Servicemen's Club Dinner was won by Matthew "Scarface" Olney, the Billabong Bottle Shop award was won by Rodney "Sleeping Beautiful" Duncan, the Prendy's BP award was won by Aaron "Dogdad" O'Keefe, and the Lowes award was won by Dean Jamieson.
The 2nds played well in fits & starts but did not put four quarter together. The awards were the Players' Player Mug to Grant "The Front Rower" Kelson, $30 Kane "one mouth and a day" Duncan and $20 to Owen "The Fountain" Brown.
The Under 18's secured third spot on the ladder with another convincing win. Keep up the good work boys as you have now given yourselves a good opportunity in September. The awards were$15 to Scott Rawle, $10 to Tom Spry and $5 to Stephen Mitchell.
Tonight the 1998 Best & Fairest Vote count for each grade will be held at the Exies Sports Club after the game. Everyone is invited to attend. Do not forget the Presentation Night will be held on Friday 16th October at the Griffith Ex-Servicemen's Club.
This week's player profile is on Greg Dreyer.

Nicknames: Fifty, Grumpy, Frump, Larkers, Earza. Fav Pastimes: Tackling practice, competitive work, disagreeing with coaches, arguing with teammates, push-ups, buying new cars. Dislikes: Being in a good mood, people arguing with him, right footers, using tackling bags at training instead of people. Fav Nightclub: Wally's World. Fav Drink: Any liquor. Sporting Hero: Cliff Lyons. Favourite Teams: Manly and Collingwood. Biggest influence on career: Darren Prest and Justin Barry. Most Admired Sportsman: Steve Cochrane and Norm Campbell. Ambition in Life: To be able to drink more than four beers without trying to fight someone.
This week's game against the Wagga Tigers is sponsored by Martin & Webb / Wickham Hill Packaging and we thank them for that.

GRIFFITH NOTES: "Riverina Football Record" September 6, 1998 - No. 21

ON a sad note, the committee, players, members and supporters of the Griffith Australian Football Club would like to offer their sincere condolences to Margot, Christian, Danny and Jeanne on the passing away after a long illness last Saturday of Brian Files.

A popular man and a real character. Brian served the football club extremely well having been a past President and Treasurer, as well as being a member of the committee for many years. His presence around the place will no doubt be missed by those people lucky enough to have been involved with Brian through either business or pleasure. A true character who will be sorely missed.
A big crowd saw the Senior comfortably defeated by a very strong Wagga Tigers opposition. They were never in the hunt after quarter time and although they had a minor fightback early in the third quarter, they were all outclassed in the last. We must bounce back as it is now or die.

The awards were sponsored by Martin & Webb / Wickham Hill Packaging and were as follows: The Griffith Ex-Servicemen's Club award was won by Tony "Golly" Mahar, the Billabong Bottle Shop award was won by Aaron "The Glenormiston Terror" O'Keefe, the Prendy's BP award was won by Matthew "the unwashed" Cox, and the Lowes award was won by Paul "rookie" Kite.
The Reserves were well beaten by a more committed opposition. The awards where the Players' Player Mug was won by Jason "100 lashers" Vaccari, $30 to Paul "Blocker" Brasier, $20 to Tony "Master Blaster" Butcher and $10 to Jason "Follow me" Catanzariti.
The Under 18's performed very well and showed they deserve to be in third spot and with a chance to improve over the next few weeks. The awards were $15 to Shane Russell, $10 to Michael Duncan and $5 to Nick Maloni, The McDonalds / Griffith Coaches award was won by Jake Maguire.
Our best and fairest vote count was last Sunday, and congratulations goes to the winners in each grade being Tony Mahar in the Seniors in a very close finish with 2 votes separating 5 players going into the last game. Tony Butcher winning the Reserves and Jake Maguire winning the Under 18's.
This week's player profile is on Francis Alexander Matthews.

Nicknames: The Freak, Beeper, the Whisper, Pretty Boy, Captain Snooze, Pixie. Fav Pastimes: Playing backyard football in the nude, sucking on a PJ Super Mild, waking everyone up at odd hours, football trips, being with Little People, being barred from hotels, falling through front windows, leaving cars broken down at various places around town. Dislikes: Work, neighbours, real estate agents and landlords, getting up in the morning, home cooked meals and vegetables, being put off tap, swearing. Fav Drink: Anything not able to be sold to people under the age of 18. Fav Position: On the lounge, especially at 17 Middleton Ave. Fav Food: Take away of any type except health food stores. Biggest wish: To be able to get back into the back of Rooster's car with a box of matches. Biggest influence on career: Bernie Harris and Steven Duffield. Most Admired Person: The Fox. Ambition in Life: To be a representative for the Quit campaign. To find a bride, settle down and join the police force.

GRIFFITH NOTES: "Riverina Football Record" September 13, 1998 - No. 22

WITH the Seniors and Reserve Grade both defeated by Narrandera in the elimination final, the Under 18's are left to represent the club in this week's first semi final against Leeton-Whitton. Best of luck to them and lets all hope they can advance to the preliminary final next week with a win.
The Seniors were in front for the majority of the match but did not make the most of their use of the wind in the third quarter and were run over in the final term. The players can be proud of their efforts but must use this season as a stepping stone for 1999. The best players included Mathew "Manuel" Cox, Daniel "Mutley" Tuohey, Matthew "Big O" Olney, Phil "Rowdy" Rowston. Tony "Golly" Mahar and Glenn "Fidget" Vaccari.
The Reserves were behind all day and despite a minor comeback in the final term were defeated. The best players were Paul "Norm" Brasier, Michael "Mad Mick" Claydon, Jason "Jooce" Catanzariti, Kane "MM Bop" Duncan, Owen "O" Brown and Justin "The Big Oaf" Sanson.
The Under 18's in the qualifying final against Turvey Park battled manfully all day after a slow start to get within striking distance at three quarter time but could not finish the game off. The boys battled hard to get their chance this week to have a win and stay alive in the finals. The best payers included Stephen Mitchell, Marc Forster, Michael Duncan, Michael Elliott and Shane Russell.
Many thanks go to Phil Rowston for his efforts with the club this season. The lemon was not as sour as some people suggested and Phil and the players can be proud of their efforts after being touted as bottom three material pre-season. On the social scene do not forget about the 1998 best and fairest presentation night to be held at the Griffith Ex-Servicemen's Club on Friday 16th October. Thanks also goes to those people who assisted with the catering last weekend. Your donation of time and effort is appreciated by the committee.

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