General News
19 September, 2024
Tough year brings out club’s best to stage grand day
ONE last road trip, rugged up to brave the wicked winds blowing across the Prairie Plains. The winds were strong and more than a tad chilly for the showcase day in the Loddon Valley league at Mitiamo on Saturday. But the welcome was amazing...
ONE last road trip, rugged up to brave the wicked winds blowing across the Prairie Plains. The winds were strong and more than a tad chilly for the showcase day in the Loddon Valley league at Mitiamo on Saturday.
But the welcome was amazing. Mitiamo, a club that has been down on luck and football success this season, put on a super show.
Volunteers everywhere, the organisation of the day you probably couldn’t fault. Even the wayward balls were quickly back on the ground. The welcome, the atmosphere even warmer than the customary heat coming out of the Legends’ Bar.
Even after the game, those people who had staged a great day were in no hurry to head home. They see a future - why three or four of the victorious East Loddon Rams will likely be in the seniors at John Forbes Oval next season.
There was of course disappointment that Pyramid Hill didn’t end the flag drought - I was with them and remain so, the Bulldogs will get there!
The post mortem will toss up lots of what ifs, could have beens and only ifs for the Bulldogs. The club has the smarts and the leadership to not get too bogged down.
What The Oracle will say as he signs off for season 2024, the Loddon Valley league has become more competitive this year and at an even higher standard.
Sure, there were some standout players but it’s the development of youngsters across the clubs that have been the success story ... and Mitiamo’s wonderful hosting of the grand final.
- GLENN CATTO