Wallabies Bounce Over The Plucky Pumas

Perth played host to another instalment of the Rugby Championship under lights on a cold chilly September night at nib Stadium. The hosts came bursting out of the blocks early to post two tries early but the Argentines managed to claw back the lead of the Australians and made the game difficult for the hosts. The return of Quade Cooper really didn't add much to the side's performance as the team performed rather well without his presence. A wheelie bin would have done a better job than Quade and I am terribly sorry but it is perhaps time to draw the curtain on his international career for Australia. The second half was a poor start with the game rather stale and stagnant. Both teams struggling with the ball and trying to capitalise on any mistakes.

Even with the occasional sin bin no team could hit the opposition for six and was hard work for both teams. I noticed that the Argentines were receiving more medical treatment during play. I hope that the team is alright and not affected by the arduous task of flying long distances in a relatively short period for rugby. The Wallabies managed to hold out the visitors and run home 36 to 20 winners. Hopefully a strong showing against South Africa can secure Australia in second place after the All Blacks have once again effectively stitched up the championship.

As for food, I did not buy any food at the venue as it is overpriced and the alcohol especially is mid strength and overpriced for this. Forking out 100 dollars for a ticket which in itself is a joke makes it difficult for people who arent exactly rolling in cash. But this is rugby and perhaps I am not in rugby's demographic. With that said it makes boycotting food due to the highway robbery nature of it easier. So I will continue this avoision, yes I said avoision...

Trinity Aquinas Break Drought Over Scarborough

Was witness to a little bit of Western Australian Amateur Football League (WAAFL) history today at Bassendean Oval when Trinity Aquinas defeated Scarborough in a very tightly and tough contested grand final match. Trinity Aquinas won the game 7.14-56 to 6.8-44 with a scare in the last quarter almost saw Scarborough clinch the match. But Trinity-Aquinas were too strong in the end and through their strong performance in the 3rd quarter did just enough to hold on to the win to break the drought.
There was a decent crowd at Bassendean Oval today as there were colts and reserves on earlier so a few did stick around to watch the league game. Entry was 10 for adults and 5 for concession so it wasn't too bad to fork this money out for amateurs, very much like NPL. Drinks were 3 dollars for soft drinks, spirits were 10 dollars and beer was 8 dollars. They had VB, Carlton Draught, Pure Blonde & Carlton Mid. The usual spirits were the pre-mixed stuff so was Smirnoff, Jack Daniels, Jim Beam and Bundaberg Rum.

Was a good day at the football to watch some amateur football, especially since the last time I watched a game was at this ground some 20 years ago to watch a combined Balcatta-Osborne Park side win their first title.

Perth Glorious In Friendly At Inglewood

Perth Glory took on a combined side of Floreat Athena and Inglewood United at Inglewood Stadium on a very cold, chilly Friday night under the back-drop of some fine quality dancing and singing from a plethora of classic songs from the function in the club-rooms. Now we all know that this was a pre-season friendly for Perth Glory so the score doesn't really mean too much except for good exercise for the players leading into the upcoming A-League season proper. Perth were by far the most dominating of the combined side and ended up running out to 8 goals to nil winners. The second half was a rather dour and boring affair but towards the end it sparked into life with five late goals to take it from a 3-0 lead at half time to 8.

The usual fair at Inglewood United wasn't too bad. You had spirits at 8 dollars and hot-dog at 4 dollars. Although they said they were calling out to me all night for my order which was the first time i heard them call the number. So that was a bit rough. All in all it was very tasty but the outside elements were cooling down the hot-dog at a rapid rate. Jack Daniels and Jim Beam pre-mixes seemed to be the choice of the night but there were beers available and cold drinks also.

I also have to add that the parking of some spectators was very poor due to them double parking over bays. Incredibly frustrating to say the least!