Match-day thread : Semi-Final 2 versus Hawthorn

**Untamed Snark** · 16th September 2011, 05:27 PM

Originally Posted by DLBIA14

Nothing like extracting signs of good luck. After that Richmond game I didn't wear any Swans gear for the next game, and the next, and the next.... My brain then told me no Swans related clothing/accessories on game day = win.

I'm also fond of the 'personal sacrifice, Swans gain' approach. 'Right, DLBIA14 get another 500 words written for your essay and the Swans will surely win'.

Now I'm interested in finding out the seemingly meaningless sacrifices the people on R&WO make to bring the Swannies good karma??

See we should keep that for an off season thread, I'd be interested in the "seemingly meaningless sacrifices" or SMSs made, also any match day rituals people care to share

**jono2707** · 16th September 2011, 05:46 PM

Originally Posted by Big Al

I'm a long time member of both clubs with one of my clubs having a home final. I will also be traveling down to Canberra tomorrow to cover the reserves so ease up.

Go tiges - with the Roosters having had such a fabulous year both on and off the field, I'll be rootin' for the Tigers from here on in. I might even glance at the NRL a couple of times at the Alex tonight...

**neilfws** · 16th September 2011, 05:53 PM

This thread will be longer than the one for Brisbane, before the game starts!

I'm nervous. Win against Saints was no surprise to me, we were up and they were over-rated.

Hawks - top 4 side, even with some setbacks in the season. Us - just made the 8, with not many real setbacks.

I just wonder if we can maintain the intensity of the last few weeks. Well, we'll know in a few hours.

**Melbourne_Blood** · 16th September 2011, 06:00 PM

Just in case it hasn't been noted, the weather here right now is perfect, warm, sunny, not much wind or cloud about. I'm glad Melbourne weather has offered a taste of what its capable of, for you Sydney siders who made the trip. More importantly though, it Should be perfect conditions for footy at the G. Cant wait!!

**Yuri H** · 16th September 2011, 06:00 PM

Well, I just woke up from a post-1/2-day-work afternoon nap & among my dreams (every one about the game) several were about us winning tonight - so like among the foxholes, there might be no atheists on semi-finals day, and I've morphed into a Delphic oracle or something.

If I'm right, I had better cash in ... I can see it now: Yuri's New Age Psychic Shoppe & Sports Prophecy Outlet ...

**Big Al** · 16th September 2011, 06:01 PM

Originally Posted by stellation

NARF!

Nice All Round Fellow. Guilty Sir.

**robamiee** · 16th September 2011, 06:03 PM

Am excited to be going tonight, drove from Perth on Tuesday and arrived last night with my 3 yo son in tow....In car DVD a god send....
2 day of travelling a bit rough..20 hours of driving after no accomodation from Port Augusta through to Port Wakefield when we finally found something...

Could be 50/50 tonight, excited but nervous as we have to really match up on any turnovers, and be patient like we were against the Saints last week...
But the biggest thing will be taking and making the most of our opportunities..
Still not sure if Buddy plays, i think late withdrawal....

**swans_premiers** · 16th September 2011, 06:06 PM

Originally Posted by robamiee

Am excited to be going tonight, drove from Perth on Tuesday and arrived last night with my 3 yo son in tow....In car DVD a god send....
2 day of travelling a bit rough..20 hours of driving after no accomodation from Port Augusta through to Port Wakefield when we finally found something...

Could be 50/50 tonight, excited but nervous as we have to really match up on any turnovers, and be patient like we were against the Saints last week...
But the biggest thing will be taking and making the most of our opportunities..
Still not sure if Buddy plays, i think late withdrawal....

Probably a good thing you didn't stay in port augusta or port pirie...

**Nich** · 16th September 2011, 06:06 PM

Well Dermi has made the - Buddy will play 100% for sure call today. You know what - I really don't care if he does anymore! Teddy will towel him up

Can't wait!

**SwansFan1972** · 16th September 2011, 06:07 PM

Originally Posted by jono2707

Go tiges - with the Roosters having had such a fabulous year both on and off the field, I'll be rootin' for the Tigers from here on in. I might even glance at the NRL a couple of times at the Alex tonight...

For those with superstitious tendencies and a bit of spare cash, why not a small wager on the Swans for the flag into the Tigers for the NRL premiership?! Around 100-1 for the double (not that I condone gambling, well, not as much as the AFL does via its advertising sponsorships)!

2005 ....