What Some Are Saying About Us

[damienc]

This is what ABC footy commentator, Alister Nicholson, said about us. Enjoy:

" In a low-scoring season, negatively influenced by overly cautious ball movement, fear of turn overs and an emphasis on defensive structures, St Kilda is one of a few sides providing a sense of football fulfilment.

For the second time this season, I commentated a game involving the Saints on the weekend and came away wanting more.

The Saints approach to Saturday's clash with Richmond was a stark indication of the self-assuredness flowing through the side from Moorabbin.

A careful approach to ball movement and denying the Tigers possession has been an effective method for stifling the reigning premier. But rather than follow the pack, St Kilda played its style. A style that's both compelling to watch and effective.


The Saints filled a clear void in their playing list by adding genuine speed and evasive line-breakers. Bradley Hill, Zac Jones and Dan Butler have given them much-needed zip, zig and zag.

The Saints' wins over the Bulldogs and Richmond were built around a style of football that's exciting to watch and a departure from the modern defence-first mindsets that detract from the spectacle.

Brett Ratten has given his side the freedom to enjoy the game — to play with instinct and natural flair. There's a want to move the ball quickly, a willingness to use the centre corridor or go long to a forward-line contest.

And when the ball is on the ground, look out. A crew of crafty crumbers including Butler, Jack Lonie, Dean Kent, Jade Gresham and Jack Billings, is ready to swoop."

[The_Dud]

The quicker we get the "Richo" out of the group the better. Let the boys have fun and back themselves, let's see what our talent can do.

[Trev from the Bush]

Valid comments from Nicholson, and I place more weight on his assessment because he has played plenty of AFL football in the modern era.

[Jacks Back]

On AFL360 it was about the Tigers just as it was about the dogs when we beat them. f*** 'em!

[SaintPav]

On AFL360 it was about the Tigers just as it was about the dogs when we beat them. f*** 'em!

They’re just jealous.

Arseholes.

[Peanut Farm]

I wonder if Nicholson was at the North & Pies games where we kicked 1 goal after half time in both games in perfect conditions?
Yes, we looked great against the Dogs & Tigers but we need consistency.

[Mr Magic]

Valid comments from Nicholson, and I place more weight on his assessment because he has played plenty of AFL football in the modern era.

I don't think this is the same guy who played AFL for Melbourne?

[Trev from the Bush]

Valid comments from Nicholson, and I place more weight on his assessment because he has played plenty of AFL football in the modern era.

I don't think this is the same guy who played AFL for Melbourne?

It isn't, my wrong. AlistER not AlistAIR. Don't know how I mixed that up.

[shanegrambeau]

Seeing Hill waltz on down to the goal line to receive a duly anticipated ball, his opponent miles behind, reminded me of Rob Harvey PF '97. Lovely........

Of course they said the same about North for a while under Scott and Port under Hinkley, Port were a 'refreshing delight' for a season a few years back. Two years later they are talking about coaches on the chopping block!

[resaintlee]

This bloke is Alister, the ex Melbourne player is Alistair