Thought RCD went well up to half time, strong tackles and a commitment to run through packs (at least attempt to). CCJ was a disappointment along with the other 'talls' in our forward line seemed to lack pace and reading of the ball in flight. Sandy had some big backs and our plan (if it was the plan) to kick it long in the 3rd did not work as the talls were out muscled and the smalls were non existent. The wind decreased quite a lot in the 3rd quarter and there was no rain so any advantage to us was reduced and Sandy lifted defensively. Last quarter was a nightmare with a very strong wind and blanket rain we did well to not only hold on but score against the tide. My son and I did well to stay the distance under the scoreboard. Hats off to Morris and Towner who give their all with little praise, without them we would have lost the game. Backline was teriffic, the Egg, Balta and the VFL boys were hard tough and not without a lot of skill. Menadue best on ground till he was taken off. I was critical of Naish not attacking a contest until I was told he had been crunched earlier and probably had broken/sore ribs. Agree comments on Weller just a trier. We should be looking for some young key position players over 195 who can take contested marks. Brander of west Coast should be on our radar. All in all worth the drenching to witness the spirit and energy of our boys and coaching staff.