The Mexico City Suns
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Club Slogan:
Mexico City Suns, feel the burn!
Achievements
2012: Premiers Seniors and Reserves. 18-3 record.
2013: World Cup winner, World idol winner, Minor premiers, Runners up premier.. 18-2 record.
Club Affiliates/Sponsors
We at Mexico are proud to be affiliated with NBA Franchise the Miami Heat. In an agreement between both franchises we will share our alternate venue at Guadalajara with the Heat where mexico fans can check out the mighty Heat! Our Mexico City membership pack now includes FREE admission to all 3 Miami Heat games that are played in Guadalajara.
Bottom Picture shows the jersey that the Heat will be wearing when playing in Mexico.
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We are also proud to be sponsored by Mexico's number one beverage, Corona!
The only thing that can cool down a red hot Suns performance is an ice cold Corona.
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Home Ground:
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We will be playing our home games at Mexico City (above), with an alternate venue located in Guadalajara.
Team Guernsey
Home Strip
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Away Strip
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Club Promotional Banner 2013
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Pictured: Skipper Brendan Goddard with the clubs colours and mascot (The Fireball Sun)
Membership Drive 2013
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Team Song
(Tune of the Richmond theme song)
Oh, we are from Mexico!
Where the sun burns bright and scorches all!,
And all the people say,
We will win every time,
Our legacy is prime,
And if we sense defeat then we will pounce and fight,
Oh we are from Mexico!
And we love our nachos and tacos!
We're slow and we're old,
Still full of gold,
We are from Mexi....
Green, White and Red,
We are from Mexico!!
Team List:
Backs: S.Hurn, L.Hodge, C.Enright, J.Adcock.
(B.Lake, M.Baguley, D.Merrett, M.Firrito, J.Russell, J.Prudden, J.Strauss)
Mids: B.Goddard, S.Thompson, S.Sidebottom, B.Ebert.
(B.Vince, T.Curren, B.Moloney, N.Hrovat, B.Jack, D.Pfieffer, D.Pearce, J.Bennell, A.Carter, T.McGenniss, J.Hoskin, D.Butcher)
Forwards: N.Riewoldt, J.Bartel, J.Lewis, C.Yarran.
(J.Waite, A.Goodes, S.Crameri, T.Membrey, D.Merrett, D.Addison, A.Didak)
Ruckman: I.Maric. (M.Blicavs, A.Sandilands, D.Currie, R.Bathie)
Team List in Pick Order:
Brendan Goddard (Def/Mid)
Ivan Maric (Ruck)
Aaron Sandilands (Ruck)
Steele Sidebottom (Mid)
Jimmy Bartel (Mid/Frwd)
Nick Riewoldt (Frwd)
Shannon Hurn (Def)
Brad Ebert (Mid)
Jordan Lewis (Frwd/Mid)
Scott Thompson (Mid)
Luke Hodge (Mid)
Mark Lecras (Frwd)
Stewart Crameri (Frwd)
Jed Adcock (Def)
Corey Enright (Def)
Adam Goodes (Frwd)
Jarrad Waite (Frwd)
Brent Moloney (Mid)
Daniel Merrett (Def/Frwd)
Brian Lake (Def)
Bernie Vince (Mid)
Tim Membrey (Frwd)
Nathan Hrovat (Mid)
Michael Firrito (Def)
Darren Pfeiffer (Mid)
Alan Didak (Frwd)
Mark Baguley (Def)
Daniel Currie (Ruck)
Mark Blicavs (Ruck/Mid)
Jordan Russell (Def)
Joshua Prudden (Def/Mid)
Dylan Addison (Def/Frwd)
Daniel Pearce (Mid)
James Strauss (Def)
Ryan Bathie (Ruck)
Jamie Bennell (Mid)
Adam Carter (Mid)
Tim McGenniss (Mid)
Justin Hoskin (Mid)
Tom Curren (Mid)
Brandon Jack (Mid)
Danny Butcher (Mid)
Club Management:
2013 Season
Coach - Maca24
Assistant Coach - SydneyRox
Captain - Brendan Goddard
Vice-Captains - Ivan Maric, Adam Goodes, Luke Hodge
No.1 Ticket Holder - Cain Velasquez
2013 Match Results and Fixture
Round 1:
Mexico City Suns (23.12.150) defeated Cape Town Cobras (21.15.141)
Summary:
Best: S Sidebottom, Brad Ebert, I Maric, B Moloney.
Ladder Position: 1-0 (9th)
Round 2:
Mexico City Suns (26.15.171) defeated Dublin Destroyers (20.17.137)
Summary:
Best: J Bartel, S Thompson, S Crameri, S Sidebottom, B Goddard, N Riewoldt, I Maric, L Hodge, Brad Ebert.
Ladder Position: 2-0 (5th)
Round 3:
Mexico City Suns (23.14.152) defeated Seoul Magpies (22.12.144)
Summary:
Best: N Riewoldt, L Hodge, I Maric, B Moloney, B Goddard, J Bartel, S Thompson.
Ladder Position: 3-0 (4th)
Round 4:
Mexico City Suns (24.12.156) defeated London Royals (21.13.139)
Summary:
Best: S Sidebottom, J Adcock, M LeCras, B Goddard, S Thompson, I Maric.
Ladder Position: 4-0 (3rd)
Round 5:
Mexico City Suns (24.13.157) defeated Toronto Wolves (20.22.142)
Summary:
Best: N Riewoldt, S Sidebottom, B Moloney, J Bartel, S Hurn.
Ladder Position: 5-0 (2nd)
Round 6:
Mexico City Suns (24.23.167) defeated PNL Reindeers (22.14.146)
Summary:
Best: L Hodge, N Riewoldt, J Bartel, S Hurn, M LeCras, S Crameri, C Enright, S Thompson, Brad Ebert.
Ladder Position: 6-0 (2nd)
Round 7:
Wellington Warriors (15.11.101) lost to Mexico City Suns (25.18.168)
Summary:
Best: N Riewoldt, S Sidebottom, S Thompson, L Hodge, S Hurn, B Goddard, J Bartel, C Enright.
Ladder Position: 7-0 (1st)
That's a nice looking logo you have there maca ;)
Quote from: CrowsFan on November 14, 2011, 12:00:42 PM
That's a nice looking logo you have there maca ;)
Thanks CF ;)
About to put my guernseys up now.
Thanks to C4, Appreciate it heaps :) Great work mate.
So my guernseys are complete! (Thanks heaps for your help C4)
With our home strip, we have kept true to the colours of our beloved Mexico (Red, White, Green) and added a sun in the middle. Very happy with the teams strip and I believe the fans are as well. Simple and Patriotic :)
Our away strip is very flashy, with a larger sun coming from the bottom half of the guernsey.
We are stoked with both guernseys and expect to see plenty of victories in both of these jumpers! ;)
PS. Also pleased to announce Cain Velasquez as the clubs No.1 Ticket Holder!
No doubt we will see Cain at nearly all of our home matches :)
Yeah well Junior Dos Santos is my number 1 ticket holder and we all know who is better :P
Quote from: CrowsFan on November 14, 2011, 11:10:03 PM
Yeah well Junior Dos Santos is my number 1 ticket holder and we all know who is better :P
Leonel Coira?
Sachin Tendulkar is my No1 ticket holder
Fans speak their minds!
Mexico Fans have voiced their opinions on all things involving the new clubs progression.
All current Suns members took part in a survey, with 83% of Fans believe the list is looking fantastic, with a solid list for short term success but also a few young guys who can grow with the club. Club design recieved a 92% hit rate, with fans loving the home guernsey revealing that it's very "Patriotic" and fresh. Away jumper was also a hit with a great "Modern" design.
38% of fans have said that the clubs promotional banner was the reason for joining the club.
Great work by the franchise, and thanks to our fans who took part in the survey! :)
Club Fixture has been added!
Special Thanks to Sid for the template and to Ossie for making the fixtures! :)
Club Recruiting
Well we have picks 7, 30, 43 and 66 in the National Draft.
Pick 7 - young ruckman Billy Longer. We hope Billy can replace Sandilands as Number 1 ruck when he retires. We expect big things from Longer, and will develop him as best we can. Ruck stocks are set now with Sandi, Maric and Longer.
Pick 30 - Key Backman Henry Schade joins the Mexico Suns from the GC Suns! Schade plays a similar game to collingwoods Ben Reid. Lets hope Schade can rack up some disposals and do the club proud.
Pick 43 - Midfielder Daniel Pearce is now a member of the lineup. He is a skillful small who can play a number of positions. Pearce should get some games along the way and we hope he develops nicely.
Pick 66 - Mature Ruckman/Forward James Sellar is our final pick in the national draft. We are hoping James can have an early impact as a former first round draft pick. The 22 year old will be our Mr.Fix it.
Rookie Preseason Draft:
Picks: 11, 26, 47, 62
Pick 11 - Darren Pfeiffer joins the Suns as our first pick in the rookie draft! We are very excited about his acquisition.
Pick 26 - Mark Baguley Is now a Sun after impressing us as a mature age draftee. Mark has great skills and will be a solid rebounding defender for our club.
Pick 47- Malcolm Lynch is an electric small forward who we are delighted to have on our list, providing us with more forward cover.
Pick 62 - Late pick Matthew Lodge has the opportunity to prove himself at Mexico. The Half Back improves our defensive line.
Preseason matches have been organised for the Mexico Suns.
In week 1 we will be playing the New Delhi Tigers.
In week 2 we will be playing the Cairo Sands.
We are eager to show fans how much of a force our club is, and we are expecting nothing less than 2 convincing wins!
Fairly hot trio you've got going there!
With only 4 selections left in the drafting process we have decided to reflect on our list in case a trade period emerges.
Positional Changes:
Garrick Ibbotson - Mid > Def
James Sellar - Fwd/Ruck > Def/Ruck
Darren Pfeiffer - Mid > Mid/Fwd
Daniel Talia - Fwd/Def > Def
Steven Salopek - Mid/Def > Mid
Jarrad Boumann - Fwd > Def
Dylan Addison - Mid > Def
Overall I'm happy with the positional changes.. especially Ibbotson >:D
I now have many defenders, and not so many forwards. Not a huge problem, but if a period emerges I will be looking to trade a Forward into my team in return for a Defender.
Check the OP for our brand new club affiliate the Miami Heat!!
Trade News!!
Many a discussion has been made, but we at Mexico are proud to announce our first trade with the Toronto Wolves!!
Mexico Trades: Keiran Harper
Mexico Receives: Jordan Lewis
Bolstered our versatility which is always a good thing.
Another trade has gone through involving the Dublin Destroyers!!
Mexico Trades: Callan Ward, Nick Malceski and Billy Longer.
Mexico Receives: Paul Chapman, Nick Riewoldt and Shaun Burgoyne.
Stoked with this, consolidates us as premiership contenders.
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On the search for supporters! We should be a competitive team, so please jump on board and become a member! :)
Maca you have Dylan Addison listed as a mid, but he is actually a back ;)
Quote from: CrowsFan on January 22, 2012, 03:24:09 PM
Maca you have Dylan Addison listed as a mid, but he is actually a back ;)
Thanks CF, even better :P
Check out our Match Reports on Page 1 for all match results and best players.
Mexico starting the year well with a weakened squad :D
Quote from: Maca24 on May 09, 2012, 03:24:20 PM
Check out our Match Reports on Page 1 for all match results and best players.
Mexico starting the year well with a weakened squad :D
Will head over now! I'm starting to write something similar :) The Euro guys are doing well with there's
Quote from: ossie85 on May 09, 2012, 03:56:39 PM
Quote from: Maca24 on May 09, 2012, 03:24:20 PM
Check out our Match Reports on Page 1 for all match results and best players.
Mexico starting the year well with a weakened squad :D
Will head over now! I'm starting to write something similar :) The Euro guys are doing well with there's
Cheers Ossie, I think it looks good and keeps all my scores archived (:
I suggest you do the same mate.
INJURY REPORT ROUND 6:A.Goodes - Quad - 6 weeks
M.LeCras - ACL - Season
M.Nicoski - Knee - 12 weeks
A.Sandilands - Calf - Test
Quote from: Maca24 on November 14, 2011, 10:21:01 AM
Good win against a contending team in Seoul. Puts us at 2-1 with momentum.
Contending team, thanks! 4th highest scored, but 2nd highest points against. I'm like the Collingwood Magpies, people lift for me lol
Quote from: ossie85 on May 09, 2012, 04:44:55 PM
Quote from: Maca24 on November 14, 2011, 10:21:01 AM
Good win against a contending team in Seoul. Puts us at 2-1 with momentum.
Contending team, thanks! 4th highest scored, but 2nd highest points against. I'm like the Collingwood Magpies, people lift for me lol
Lol.
Quote from: whatlez on May 09, 2012, 04:47:44 PM
Quote from: ossie85 on May 09, 2012, 04:44:55 PM
Quote from: Maca24 on November 14, 2011, 10:21:01 AM
Good win against a contending team in Seoul. Puts us at 2-1 with momentum.
Contending team, thanks! 4th highest scored, but 2nd highest points against. I'm like the Collingwood Magpies, people lift for me lol
Lol.
I meant premiership contender? Thought you would be happy with that :P
Sorry! I was happy :) It didn't come out that way though, whoops
Scary looking Mexico City stats
AFL = AFL Matches
WXV = World XV Matches
RXV = Reserve Matches
Player, AFL, WXV, RXV, AveAFL, AveWXV, AveRXV
Brendon Goddard 7 7 0 107.00 107.00 NA
Nathan Foley 7 7 0 104.43 104.43 NA
Jordan Lewis 7 7 0 104.29 104.29 NA
Bradley Ebert 7 7 0 103.71 103.71 NA
Paul Chapman 7 7 0 99.43 99.43 NA
Nick Riewoldt 7 7 0 99.00 99.00 NA
Ben Howlett 7 7 0 85.57 85.57 NA
Shaun Burgoyne 7 7 0 82.86 82.86 NA
Sam Gilbert 7 6 1 67.00 64.00 85.00
Jimmy Bartel 6 6 0 100.67 100.67 NA
Jarrad Waite 6 6 0 86.00 86.00 NA
Ivan Maric 7 5 2 102.00 104.60 95.50
Aaron Sandilands 5 5 0 123.80 123.80 NA
Adam Goodes 5 5 0 104.80 104.80 NA
Garrick Ibbotson 7 4 3 74.86 65.25 87.67
Kyle Hardingham 7 4 3 60.57 51.75 72.33
Michael Firrito 7 3 4 87.57 79.33 93.75
Martin Mattner 7 2 5 64.86 62.00 66.00
Luke Hodge 2 2 0 73.00 73.00 NA
Alan Didak 1 1 0 62.00 62.00 NA
Terry Milera 7 0 7 66.86 NA 66.86
Alan Toovey 7 0 7 66.71 NA 66.71
Dylan Addison 7 0 7 62.14 NA 62.14
Daniel Talia 7 0 7 48.29 NA 48.29
James Sellar 5 0 5 44.40 NA 44.40
Darren Pfeiffer 3 0 3 51.33 NA 51.33
Josh Mellington 3 0 3 40.67 NA 40.67
Jarrad Boumann 2 0 2 24.00 NA 24.00
Matthew White 2 0 2 20.50 NA 20.50
Brett Peake 1 0 1 59.00 NA 59.00
Kyle Reimers 1 0 1 47.00 NA 47.00
Brock McLean 1 0 1 47.00 NA 47.00
Mark LeCras 0 0 0 NA NA NA
Mark Nicoski 0 0 0 NA NA NA
Steven Salopek 0 0 0 NA NA NA
James Strauss 0 0 0 NA NA NA
Jarred Moore 0 0 0 NA NA NA
Jay van Berlo 0 0 0 NA NA NA
Brad Harvey 0 0 0 NA NA NA
Ryan Bathie 0 0 0 NA NA NA
Tom Curren 0 0 0 NA NA NA
Henry Schade 0 0 0 NA NA NA
Daniel Pearce 0 0 0 NA NA NA
Mark Baguley 0 0 0 NA NA NA
Malcolm Lynch 0 0 0 NA NA NA
Matthew Lodge 0 0 0 NA NA NA
Thanks Ossie for the stats!! :)
Makes Luke Hodge seem like such a waste :( and Lecras.
Injury List R11:
J.Waite - Back - Test
J.Mellington - Hamstring - 5 weeks
J.Boumann - Appendix - 1 week
L.Hodge - Knee - 3 weeks
J.Strauss - Leg - Test
A.Goodes - Torn Quad - 3-4 weeks
M.Lecras - Knee - Season
M.Nicoski - Hamstring - 4 weeks
J.Lewis - Suspension - 2 weeks
Injury List R15:
Jarrad Waite (back) 1 week
Alan Didak (torn groin/adductor) 2-4 weeks
Josh Mellington (hamstring) 1-2 weeks
Aaron Sandilands (toe) 8 weeks
Paul Chapman (groin) available
Luke Hodge (knee) available
Nathan Foley (heel) test
Steven Salopek (knee) 1 week
Brendon Goddard (suspension) 2 weeks
Martin Mattner (hip) TBA
Dylan Addison (jaw) TBC
Mark LeCras (knee) season
Mark Nicoski (hamstring) 5 weeks
Quote from: Maca24 on July 02, 2012, 08:25:19 PM
Injury List R15:
Jarrad Waite (back) 1 week
Alan Didak (torn groin/adductor) 2-4 weeks
Josh Mellington (hamstring) 1-2 weeks
Aaron Sandilands (toe) 8 weeks
Paul Chapman (groin) available
Luke Hodge (knee) available
Nathan Foley (heel) test
Steven Salopek (knee) 1 week
Brendon Goddard (suspension) 2 weeks
Martin Mattner (hip) TBA
Dylan Addison (jaw) TBC
Mark LeCras (knee) season
Mark Nicoski (hamstring) 5 weeks
I'd be sympathetic, but you're still pumping out the 140+ scores :/
Haha I just can't wait for a few to return! Hodge not far off, and if Sandi can return although unlikely, Ill be stoked :)
Injury List R16:
Jarrad Waite (back) Test
Alan Didak (torn groin/adductor) Test
Josh Mellington (hamstring) 1 week
Aaron Sandilands (toe) 7 weeks
Luke Hodge (knee) available
Nathan Foley (heel) Test
Steven Salopek (knee) Test
Brendon Goddard (suspension) 1 week
Martin Mattner (hip) Test
Dylan Addison (jaw) 3 weeks
Mark LeCras (knee) season
Mark Nicoski (hamstring) season
James Bartel (suspension) 2 weeks
James Sellar (thigh) test
Matt White (suspension) 3 weeks
Playing the bottom side Dublin this week, good news is a large chunk of those names will be back for finals :)
Question, would you play an under-done Sandi in the Grand Final if you had to Maca24?
Quote from: ossie85 on July 10, 2012, 02:41:57 PM
Question, would you play an under-done Sandi in the Grand Final if you had to Maca24?
Good Question Ossie, but I sure would. Stick him on the bench with Ivan as number 1 ruck. :)
Good to see you are after a servicale ruckmen, unlike those spuds in Sandilands and Maric
Quote from: ossie85 on July 10, 2012, 03:47:05 PM
Good to see you are after a servicale ruckmen, unlike those spuds in Sandilands and Maric
LOL. 3 Would be great :P what can I say really, I'm just greedy!
Quote from: Maca24 on July 10, 2012, 05:48:25 PM
Quote from: ossie85 on July 10, 2012, 03:47:05 PM
Good to see you are after a servicale ruckmen, unlike those spuds in Sandilands and Maric
LOL. 3 Would be great :P what can I say really, I'm just greedy!
I'm very happy with my ruck stocks. May not be as high scoring as your 2, but they are very reliable ;)
Quote from: CrowsFan on July 10, 2012, 06:02:35 PM
Quote from: Maca24 on July 10, 2012, 05:48:25 PM
Quote from: ossie85 on July 10, 2012, 03:47:05 PM
Good to see you are after a servicale ruckmen, unlike those spuds in Sandilands and Maric
LOL. 3 Would be great :P what can I say really, I'm just greedy!
I'm very happy with my ruck stocks. May not be as high scoring as your 2, but they are very reliable ;)
Ivan's the king, but Sandi is a pain sometimes. Hence why he is on the market for the right price!
Quote from: Maca24 on July 10, 2012, 06:11:37 PM
Quote from: CrowsFan on July 10, 2012, 06:02:35 PM
Quote from: Maca24 on July 10, 2012, 05:48:25 PM
Quote from: ossie85 on July 10, 2012, 03:47:05 PM
Good to see you are after a servicale ruckmen, unlike those spuds in Sandilands and Maric
LOL. 3 Would be great :P what can I say really, I'm just greedy!
I'm very happy with my ruck stocks. May not be as high scoring as your 2, but they are very reliable ;)
Ivan's the king, but Sandi is a pain sometimes. Hence why he is on the market for the right price!
The right price you say. What do you think an injury prone 30 year old is worth?
That scores 110+ virtually every game he plays? I'd say he is worth enough ;)
Honestly I don't think Sandilands has much value left in him. His injury problems seem to be getting worse each year. I'm not going to trade out any good player for a guy who might play 10 games a year
2012, Match Results Archive.
MATCH RESULTS/REPORTS
Round 1
Toronto Wolves 24.16. 160 Def. Mexico City Suns 20.14. 134
So first game is a loss! Disappointing but injuries are high. Hodge, Didak, Nicoski and Lecras all out. :/
Hoping we can bounce back in Round 2 with a big win!
Best: J Bartel, B Goddard, A Sandilands, Brad Ebert, N Riewoldt.
Ladder Position: 16th (0-1)
Round 2
Mexico City Suns 28.14. 182 Def. Berlin Brewers 16.17. 113
Our first home game at Fireball Stadium saw us destroy Berlin by 69pts!!
Goddard score 298pts as skipper while Sandilands also scored 149pts, Waite 133pts, Ebert 112pts, Riewoldt 115pts, Goodes 113pts, Bartel 110pts, Chapman 121pts, Burgoyne 122pts and Lewis 116pts.
Mammoth week for the Mexicans!!
Ladder Position 7th (1-1)
Round 3
Mexico City Suns 23.16. 154 Def. Seoul Magpies 21.14. 140
Good win against a contending team in Seoul. Puts us at 2-1 with momentum.
Best: J Lewis, N Riewoldt, A Goodes, N.Foley, J Waite, A Sandilands, B Goddard, J Bartel.
Ladder Position 4th (2-1)
Round 4
Mexico City Suns 22.17. 149 Def. Cairo Sands 17.16. 118
Cruise for a win by 31pts. Another good showing by our team with Sandilands proving to be a monster scorer.
Best: A Sandilands, J Lewis, I Maric, P Chapman, N Foley
Ladder Position 4th (3-1)
Round 5
Mexico City Suns 20.16. 136 Def.Tokyo Samurai 19.13. 127
Tight win! Really lucky to get this one with a really low score from our Mexicans.
Makes it 4 wins in a row and proving ourselves as real premiership contenders.
Best: N Foley, I Maric, M Firrito.
Ladder Position 2nd (4-1)
Round 6
Mexico City Suns 24.13. 157 Def. PNL Reindeers 22.15. 147
Came up against the winless Paris and were surprised to have a very close contest!
Wake up call for our boys not to get complacent. Happy with a win though and highest scoring team of the round!
Puts us at 5-1 with 3 gruelling matches against the Top 3 teams in the competition. Next 3 weeks will be an indicator of where we are at. Carn Mexico!!!
Best: I Maric, P Chapman, B Goddard, Brad Ebert, A Goodes, N Riewoldt.
Ladder Position 2nd (5-1)
Round 7
Mexico City Suns (22.18.150) Def. Cape Town Cobras (20.15.135)
Hard match against the strong Cobras outfit but we performed well to run home 15pt winners.
Plenty of players cracking the tonne, showing good signs for the next 2 crucial games to come.
Best: N Foley, A Sandilands, J Lewis, I Maric, B Goddard, Brad Ebert, P Chapman
Ladder Position 2nd (6-1)
Round 8
Sao Paulo Pumas (23.16.154) Def. Mexico City Suns (21.15.141)
Came up against the ladder leading Pumas in a 1st vs 2nd matchup. Unfortunately we just weren't good enough to get the win despite producing a decent performance. Focus will turn to next weeks match after slipping to 3rd.
Best: I Maric, N Riewoldt, B Goddard, J Bartel, P Chapman, N Foley, A Sandilands
Ladder Position 3rd (6-2)
Round 9
Mexico City Suns (24.8.152) Def. Wellington Warriors (16.8.104)
In what was expected to be a grinding match against the 2nd placed Warriors, our Mexican men drubbed the opposition to the tune of 48pts! Big Ivan played an instrumental part in the win.
Best: I Maric, P Chapman, N Foley, B Howlett, N Riewoldt
Ladder Position 2nd (7-2)
Round 10
Mexico City Suns (23.8.146) Def. Moscow Spetsnaz (20.8.128)
With Hodge and Goodes starting their long stints in the stands, Mexico had to apply pressure against the in form Moscow.
Thankfully, we did enough to win by 18pts.
Best: P Chapman, A Sandilands, J Bartel, I Maric, Brad Ebert, B Goddard, A Didak
Ladder Position 2nd (8-2)
Round 11
Mexico City Suns (20.15.135) Def. London (19.17.131)
The round played over 2 weeks! Shocking game by Mexico but scraped to a 4pt win. Sandilands suffered an 8 week toe injury to add to the injury list. Our top player Lewis got suspended for 2 and Jarrad Waite + Nathan Foley missed the game also.
Gun forward Nick Riewoldt won us the game with an inspired performance up forward.
Best: N Riewoldt, I Maric, Brad Ebert, B Goddard, J Bartel
Ladder Position 2nd (9-2)
Round 12
Mexico City Suns (22.12.144) Def. New Delhi Tigers (18.10.118)
Goodes and Lewis finally return! While Ivan continues to relish the number 1 ruck role in Sandilands absence.
Brock McLean makes his debut and impresses club staff with his hunger. Fantastic effort by him.
Was good to continue the winning streak by beating the Tigers by 26pts!
We also congratulate Ivan Maric, Brendan Goddard, Paul Chapman and Nick Riewoldt for representing the AAP in the East vs West continental carnival. Ivan was so impressive that he was 2nd best on ground.
Best: B Howlett, B McLean, I Maric, J Lewis, M Firrito
Ladder Position 2nd (10-2)
Round 13
Mexico City Suns (23.15.153) defeated Beijing Bears (22.16.148)
What a match! Great gritty effort with the Home Ground proving crucial to beat the Bears by 5pts!
Chapman returned from a week off while Goddard was suspended for 2 the previous week. Lots of suspensions to our fiery hot Suns players! Still a great effort to top the hard to beat Beijing Bears. Usual suspects produced yet again.
Best: A Goodes, P Chapman, J Lewis, N Riewoldt, B McLean, J Bartel, M Firrito
Ladder Position 2nd (11-2)
Round 14
Mexico City Suns (19.17.131) Def. Dublin Destroyers (19.13.127)
Came up against the wooden spooners Dublin and prevailed in a 4pt win! Many were shocked spectating, but we at the club knew the game would be a grind! Many of our stars were out but the team that played did everything they could! Very proud.
Best: B Howlett, S Gilbert, J Lewis
Ladder Position 2nd (12-2)
Round 15
Mexico City Suns (19.9.123) Def. New York Eagles (17.9.111)
Weakened squad still and lucky to play against a weaker Eagles outfit. Got the 11pt win, but our performance was way below par. A lot of sceptics have started to arise from the woods and are doubting the teams chances for premiership glory.
Best: J Lewis, B McLean, S Gilbert, I Maric
Ladder Position 2nd (13-2)
Round 16
Mexico City Suns (24.15.159) Def. Pacific Islanders (17.13.115)
Mexico finally find some form with a 44pt convincing win over the Islanders.
Great to see Hodge and Bartel back and providing on field leadership. Ivan continued, while Brock McLean has been the shining light in the injury crisis. Winning streak increased to 8 in a row.
Best: I Maric, N Riewoldt, B McLean, B Goddard, L Hodge, P Chapman
Ladder Position 2nd (14-2)
Round 17
Mexico City Suns (22.15.147) Def. Buenos Aires Armadillos (18.13.121)
2nd vs 4th in a hotly contested dual. Luckily we came through and got more game time into our stars. 26pt win over a flag chasing team was great to see. Waite was fantastic on return and Adam Goodes played his first great game since returning.
The team has come full circle with most of our stars on the park, and looking to gain match fitness and form with the finals now arriving.
Best: I Maric, B Goddard, J Waite, A Goodes, S Burgoyne, P Chapman, B McLean, Brad Ebert
Ladder Position 2nd (15-2)
Nice write up there Maca24. :)
Quote from: c4v3m4n on August 14, 2012, 12:28:58 PM
Nice write up there Maca24. :)
Thanks C4. Nothing compared to yours! :)
Mexico finals trip
After a fantastic debut season of the worlds competition, finals time has finally arrived.
Mexico have had a great year, and have met high preseason expectations well to finish 2nd on the World's ladder with a record of 15-2. The only team to do better was the now premiership favourites Sao Paulo. Injuries have made the mission much harder this season, with key players Adam Goodes, Aaron Sandilands, Luke Hodge and Mark Lecras all playing in less than 10 games for Mexico this season. We at Mexico have overcome obstacles and are very proud of our players for showing such grit and determination to succeed. We now approach the finals with a "nothing to lose" attitude and will throw our all at oncoming teams in the hope to make good on preseason expectation.
Qualifying Final:
Mexico City Suns (19.14.128) lost to Cape Town Cobras (22.16.148)
Best
Mexico City: J Bartel, J Lewis, Brad Ebert
Cape Town: T Cotchin, JP Kennedy, J Watson, R O'Keefe, J Grimes
Summary:
Proud of the boys, but the Cobras were just to much to overcome. Disappointing to miss out on a much needed week off, as many of our players are carrying niggles. Great first half of the game before Nick Riewoldt went down with a feared ACL injury. After a nervous wait it was found the damage was not serious, and we hope Nick can get up for our crucial game against the Spetsnaz. Paul Chapman was a late withdrawal, we gave him all week to prove his fitness but just wasn't up to scratch. He looks likely to return this week. Jimmy Bartel, Jordan Lewis and Brad Ebert were great in the middle combining well but our defence just leaked to much score.
We now play the in form Moscow Spetsnaz in a win or die match to further to the semis.
There are rumours Mexico fan favourite Aaron Sandilands could make a shock return from turf toe, so stay tuned ;)
Semi Final:
Mexico City Suns (22.19.151) defeated Moscow Spetsnaz (18.12.120)
Best
Mexico City: A Goodes, L Hodge, J Waite, B McLean, A Sandilands, B Goddard
Moscow: D Beams, H Shaw
Summary:
In an intense match against the Spetsnaz we have prevailed and stood up to the challenge.
Fantastic performance by Mexico finally finding some form after a few quiet weeks to notch up a nice 151 and a solid 31pt win.
Some controversy was involved in the heated semi final with the Suns pulling a sly manouver of bringing in returning Ruckman Aaron Sandilands into the team, fresh from the emergency list. This tactic could have played a part in the win with the duo of Sandi and Maric proving near unstoppable. We started slow, but played well towards the end to take control, with plenty of Suns players stepping up and performing. Dayne Beams was on a rampage for the Spetsnaz and did what he pleased but lacked support from his teammates, while the Suns produced more of a team effort with the likes of Goodes, Hodge, Waite, McLean, Sandilands and Goddard having great games.
It looks as though the older brigade has found form leading into our most important match of the season and a chance for a Grand Final berth. Our main rivals of the competition Sao Paulo will be our opposition and will be a huge mountain to conquer, led by in form Captain Gary Ablett.
We at Mexico hope Nick Riewoldt can return from injury, and we wish the Pumas the best of luck in the upcoming match!
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Congratulations from everyone over in Brazil. The boys are already eagerly anticipating matching it with the worlds best next year :D
Quote from: CrowsFan on September 02, 2012, 09:39:00 PM
Congratulations from everyone over in Brazil. The boys are already eagerly anticipating matching it with the worlds best next year :D
Appreciate it CF :)
The celebrations have started in Mexico City!! And it is going off!!! ;D
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Now that the partying of the premiership is slowing down, our best and fairest will be held this upcoming Friday night.
Please tune in for the live count of the Cain Velasquez Medal as well as many other awards to be handed out.
Mexico City, Premiers in Seniors and Reserves! Viva la rasa!
Quote from: Maca24 on September 08, 2012, 11:41:35 PM
Now that the partying of the premiership is slowing down, our best and fairest will be held this upcoming Friday night.
Please tune in for the live count of the Cain Velasquez Medal as well as many other awards to be handed out.
Mexico City, Premiers in Seniors and Reserves! Viva la rasa!
Was certain it was gonna be called the MajorLazer medal. ;)
Ivan scored 126 not 130 ;)
Quote from: Maca24 on September 09, 2012, 02:13:30 AM
Ivan scored 126 not 130 ;)
God Dammit. :P
If that mullet wasn't cut already, I would've have done it myself.
Quote from: MajorLazer on September 09, 2012, 02:14:23 AM
Quote from: Maca24 on September 09, 2012, 02:13:30 AM
Ivan scored 126 not 130 ;)
God Dammit. :P
If that mullet wasn't cut already, I would've have done it myself.
Haha ;)
When it's cut il be writing an article about the mullet :P
Quote from: Maca24 on September 09, 2012, 02:16:26 AM
Quote from: MajorLazer on September 09, 2012, 02:14:23 AM
Quote from: Maca24 on September 09, 2012, 02:13:30 AM
Ivan scored 126 not 130 ;)
God Dammit. :P
If that mullet wasn't cut already, I would've have done it myself.
Haha ;)
When it's cut il be writing an article about the mullet :P
Memorial service? ;)
Mexico City Suns award night starts at 7.30 tonight. Who will win the Cain Velasquez medal?
Odds:
Brendan Goddard - $3.50
Ivan Maric - $3.75
Brad Ebert - $5
Brock McLean - $6.50
Paul Chapman - $7.50
Jordan Lewis - $7.50
Nick Riewoldt - $11
Aaron Sandilands - $15
$2 000 on the Mullet!!
$1m on Goddard, $1m on Maric, $1m on Ebert
Quote from: ossie85 on September 14, 2012, 09:47:12 AM
$1m on Goddard, $1m on Maric, $1m on Ebert
I have a feeling Mexico is about to lose a lot of money. :P
100 billion on each of those 3. >:D
Quote from: Sid on September 14, 2012, 11:10:41 AM
Quote from: ossie85 on September 14, 2012, 09:47:12 AM
$1m on Goddard, $1m on Maric, $1m on Ebert
I have a feeling Mexico is about to lose a lot of money. :P
100 billion on each of those 3. >:D
Are you offering box trifecta odds on the top three?
If so, I'll have a cool quadrillion on it. ;)
Betting suspended :P
Hahaha. Plenty of other awards on offer tonight so stay tuned! Should be a great night :)
Mexico City Awards 2012:
All players are in attendance, including new recruit Brent Moloney who is enjoying a few drinks.
Maca24: Great to see all our players and their partners here for the Mexico City Suns Awards Ceremony! Of course the Cain Velasquez Medal will be looking for it's first ever winner tonight, but we will have other awards on offer to show how much our players have contributed throughout the year towards being the first ever Premiers of the World 15's competition.
Let the awards begin, thankyou!
Cain Velasquez Medal Vote Count:
Round 1
Toronto Wolves 24.16. 160 Def. Mexico City Suns 20.14. 134
Clubs First game, and first loss! Bit of a shock early on but we were clearly outclassed by the Wolves.
Votes:
5 - J.Bartel (120)
4 - B.Goddard (116)
3 - A.Sandilands (113)
2 - B.Ebert (111)
1- N.Riewoldt (105)
Round 2
Mexico City Suns 28.14. 182 Def. Berlin Brewers 16.17. 113
Highest score for the whole competition this year, we certainly bounced back from disappointment to bury Berlin!
Votes:
5 - A.Sandilands (149)
4 - B.Goddard (147)
3 - J.Waite (133)
2 - P.Chapman (121)
1 - S.Burgoyne (120)
Round 3
Mexico City Suns 23.16. 154 Def. Seoul Magpies 21.14. 140
Hard game against a tough Seoul outfit. Pulled out a good score and another win for the Mighty Mexicans!
Votes:
5 - J.Lewis (121)
4 - N.Riewoldt (116)
3 - A.Goodes (115)
2 - N.Foley (114)
1 - J.Waite (112)
Progressive Leaderboard:
1ST: A.Sandilands (8 votes), B.Goddard (8 votes)
3RD: N.Riewoldt (5 votes), J.Lewis (5 votes), J.Bartel (5 votes)
Interesting start with the favourite Goddard out in front on 8 votes along with soon to be injured Sandilands.
Maric and McLean voteless!
Most Improved:
Winner: Ivan Maric
This Round 15 draft pick successfully stunned the competition, Improving his average by a total of 43pts!
Champion, and definitely Mexico's Most Improved player of 2012. Congratulations Mullet!
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Cain Velasquez Medal Vote Count:
Round 4
Mexico City Suns 22.17. 149 Def. Cairo Sands 17.16. 118
Another solid win, this time over Cairo. Mullet gets his first votes while Sandi continues his early dominance.
Votes:
5 - A.Sandilands (121)
4 - J.Lewis (105)
3 - I.Maric (104)
2 - P.Chapman (103)
1 - N.Foley (101)
Round 5
Mexico City Suns 20.16. 136 Def.Tokyo Samurai 19.13. 127
Fourth straight win takes us to 2nd on the ladder! Close win however, and not our best performance.
Votes:
5 - N.Foley (125)
4 - I.Maric (103)
3 - M.Firrito (103)
2 - J.Lewis (99)
1 - P.Chapman (96)
Round 6
Mexico City Suns 24.13. 157 Def. PNL Reindeers 22.15. 147
The bottom placed PNL certainly gave us a scare with a great performance! The boys stood up though and finished the job.
Votes:
5 - I.Maric (129)
4 - P.Chapman (122)
3 - B.Goddard (120)
2 - B.Ebert (116)
1 - A.Goodes (110)
Progressive Leaderboard:
1ST: Aaron Sandilands (13 votes)
2nd: Ivan Maric (12 votes)
3rd: Brendan Goddard (11 votes), Jordan Lewis (11 votes)
5th: Paul Chapman (9 votes)
6th: Nathan Foley (8 votes)
Ivan polls 12 in 3 games to jumo to second. Big Sandilands continues to lead 1 vote ahead while Captain Goddard and Lewis are just 2 votes from the leader sitting 3rd.
Most Consistent:
Winner: Brad Ebert
This award was determined by Standard Deviation, with Brad Ebert having the lowest easily with 13.5. He didn’t drop below 90 until Round 14, with a lowest season score of 72. Congratulations Brad Ebert, another surprise packet for Mexico!
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Cain Velasquez Medal Vote Count:
Round 7
Mexico City Suns (22.18.150) Def. Cape Town Cobras (20.15.135)
The 1st of 3 matches against Rivals Cape Town. We were fortunate enough to get the win with an impressive performance.
Votes:
5 - N.Foley (134)
4 - A.Sandilands (126)
3 - J.Lewis (119)
2 - I.Maric (119)
1 - B.Goddard (113)
Round 8
Sao Paulo Pumas (23.16.154) Def. Mexico City Suns (21.15.141)
Top of the ladder clash! Unfortunately we were beaten by the better team on the day. We will get revenge ;)
Votes:
5 - I.Maric (137)
4 - N.Riewoldt (123)
3 - B.Goddard (115)
2 - J.Bartel (107)
1 - P.Chapman (104)
Round 9
Mexico City Suns (24.8.152) Def. Wellington Warriors (16.8.104)
Was expected to be a tough game, but we quelled Wellington to a measly 104pts! Great game by Mexico.
Votes:
5 - I.Maric (146)
4 - P.Chapman (128)
3 - N.Foley (127)
2 - B.Howlett (124)
1 - N.Riewoldt (115)
Progressive Leaderboard:
1ST: Ivan Maric (24 votes)
2nd: Aaron Sandilands (17 votes)
3rd: Nathan Foley (16 votes)
4th: Brendan Goddard (15 votes)
5th: Jordan Lewis (14 votes), P.Chapman (14 votes)
Ivan gets out in front, Sandilands will miss the second half of the season with injury. Comes down to Foley, GOD and Lewis to steal the Cain Velasquez Medal from the mullet.
Best Performance:
Winner: Nick Riewoldt
Nick Riewoldt played the best game out of everyone for the club this season. Big Roo scored 159pts and kciked 7 goals with 21 disposals in Round 11. Huge game and this warrants the Best Performance Award. Congrats Nick!
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Mullet looking good! Good read Maca
Cain Velasquez Medal Vote Count:
Round 10
Mexico City Suns (23.8.146) Def. Moscow Spetsnaz (20.8.128)
With Hodge and Goodes starting their long stints in the stands, Mexico had to apply pressure against the in form Moscow.
Thankfully, we did enough to win by 18pts. Chappy had a great game.
Votes:
5 - P.Chapman (148)
4 - A.Sandilands (122)
3 - J.Bartel (118)
2 - I.Maric (111)
1 - B.Ebert (110)
Round 11
Mexico City Suns (20.15.135) Def. London (19.17.131)
The round split over two weeks was a shocker for the Suns, despite a tight win against London.
Sandilands misses the next 8 weeks, killing his Velasquez Medal chances.
Votes:
5 - N.Riewoldt (159)
4 - I.Maric (111)
3 - B.Ebert (108)
2 - B.Goddard (104)
1 - J.Bartel (100)
Round 12
Mexico City Suns (22.12.144) Def. New Delhi Tigers (18.10.118)
Solid win over the Tigers, with Brock McLean making his debut at Mexico!
Votes:
5 - B.Howlett (131)
4 - B.McLean (116)
3 - I.Maric (115)
2 - J.Lewis (103)
1 - M.Firrito (101)
Progressive Leaderboard:
1ST: Ivan Maric (33 votes)
2nd: Aaron Sandilands (21 votes)
3rd: Paul Chapman (19 votes)
4th: Brendan Goddard (17 votes)
5th: Jordan Lewis (16 votes), N.Foley (16 votes)
Maric continues to extend his lead while Chapman jumps up to third. With Sandilands out of the Medal Race it seems like a 5 man contest between Maric, Chapman, Goddard, Foley and Lewis!
Coaches Award:
Winner: Brock McLean
The 516th Pick in the Worlds draft Impressed in virtually every game he played and filled an important hole in the midfield, without his consistent scoring a flag would not be at Mexico! Always stepped up in the close contests. Congrats Brock!
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WHO WILL WIN?!
A very long vote count... could be some rowdy Mexicans after this one :P
Quote from: My Chumps on September 27, 2012, 04:40:01 PM
WHO WILL WIN?!
A very long vote count... could be some rowdy Mexicans after this one :P
Was all a ploy so we could have a 3 week bender :)
Quote from: Maca24 on September 27, 2012, 05:24:51 PM
Quote from: My Chumps on September 27, 2012, 04:40:01 PM
WHO WILL WIN?!
A very long vote count... could be some rowdy Mexicans after this one :P
Was all a ploy so we could have a 3 week bender :)
Hahaha, typical Mexico City ;)
Cain Velasquez Medal Vote Count:
Round 13
Mexico City Suns (23.15.153) Def. Beijing Bears (22.16.148)
Cracking match against a strong Beijing, probably one of the games of the year. Fiery contests between both teams resulted in 3 suspensions to Mexico players! Great intensity by the team.
Votes:
5 - A.Goodes (148)
4 - P.Chapman (141)
3 - J.Lewis (130)
2 - N.Riewoldt (117)
1 - B.McLean (116)
Round 14
Mexico City Suns (19.17.131) Def. Dublin Destroyers (19.13.127)
Tight game against the wooden spooners! :P Missing half of our squad due to injury and suspension so was stoked to get a win! Grinding effort by the boys.
Votes:
5 - B.Howlett (119)
4 - S.Gilbert (104)
3 - J.Lewis (105)
2 - N.Riewoldt (92)
1 - G.Ibbotson (89)
Round 15
Mexico City Suns (19.9.123) Def. New York Eagles (17.9.111)
Fatigue set in for our Mexicans, with a weak effort against New York scoring just 123pts! Many competitors questioned the teams premiership chances, with most ruling Mexico out of the race. However a win is a win ;)
Votes:
5 - J.Lewis (116)
4 - B.McLean (109)
3 - S.Gilbert (104)
2 - I.Maric (100)
1 - G.Ibbotson (92)
Round 16
Mexico City Suns (24.15.159) Def. Pacific Islanders (17.13.115)
Back in form with a solid score and a 44pt win over the Pacific. Hodge and Bartel's returning leadership was crucial, while Ivan continued pumping out heavy scores. Winning streak at 8 in a row. :o
Votes:
5 - I.Maric (159)
4 - N.Riewoldt (136)
3 - B.McLean (132)
2 - B.Goddard (127)
1 - L.Hodge (112)
Round 17
Mexico City Suns (22.15.147) Def. Buenos Aires Armadillos (18.13.121)
2nd vs 4th in a hotly contested dual and possibly a finals preview. Comfortable 26pt win was great.
The team has come full circle with most of our stars on the park, and looking to gain match fitness and form with the finals now arriving.
Votes:
5 - I.Maric (149)
4 - B.Goddard (122)
3 - J.Waite (117)
2 - A.Goodes (116)
1 - B.McLean (111)
Progressive Leaderboard (Before Finals):
1ST: Ivan Maric (45 votes)
2nd: Jordan Lewis (27 votes)
3rd: Paul Chapman (23 votes), Brendan Goddard (23 votes), N.Riewoldt (23 votes)
6th: Aaron Sandilands (21 votes)
7th: Nathan Foley (16 votes)
8th: Brock McLean (13 votes)
9th: Ben Howlett (12 votes)
10th: Jimmy Bartel (11 votes), Adam Goodes (11 votes)
12th: Brad Ebert (8 votes)
13th: Jarrad Waite (7 votes)
Ivan "Mullet" Maric looks to have the medal in his sights but it's still anybodys with 4 finals games to come!
Strong battle for Runners up also.
Cain Velasquez Medal Vote Count:
Qualifying Final:
Mexico City Suns (19.14.128) lost to Cape Town Cobras (22.16.148)
Unfortunate loss to rivals Cape Town, levelling the rivalry at 1-1. Next match crucial in a do or die clash with the in form Spetsnaz!
Votes:
5 - J.Bartel (123)
4 - J.Lewis (114)
3 - B.Ebert (107)
2 - I.Maric (92)
1 - L.Hodge (84)
Semi Final:
Mexico City Suns (22.19.151) Def. Moscow Spetsnaz (18.12.120)
Fantastic effort by Mexico to prevail to the 3rd week of finals! Convincing win with Aaron Sandilands return coming at the perfect time of the year. Onwards and Upwards towards the top of the ladder Pumas!
Votes:
5 - A.Goodes (131)
4 - L.Hodge (128)
3 - J.Waite (123)
2 - B.McLean (122)
1 - A.Sandilands (117)
Preliminary Final:
Mexico City Suns (24.19.163) Def. Sao Paulo Pumas (20.17.137)
Huge win against the Minor Premiers! We were certainly the underdogs coming in but we did not disappoint our fans!
Monster score, and a 26pt win leading us into the Grand Final against Cape Town!
Aaron Sandilands again proves why his return has been so beneficial winning the Best on Ground Medal.
Votes:
5 - A.Sandilands (146)
4 - B.Ebert (145)
3 - S.Burgoyne (128)
2 - B.McLean (127)
1 - I.Maric (127)
Grand Final:
Mexico City Suns (24.14.158) Defeated Cape Town Cobras (22.14.146)
What a match on Grand Final Day! Both teams put on an absolute show. Thankfully, we were the superior team and the first ever World 15's Premiers!! What a finals series for the team with massive scores each week.
Aaron Sandilands wins his second BOG Medal in a row, Winning the Prestigious Ayres/McLeod Medal.
Votes:
5 - A.Sandilands (163)
4 - B.McLean (154)
3 - B.Ebert (119)
2 - J.Waite (119)
1 - I.Maric (116)
Best Finals Player:
Winner: Aaron Sandilands
Injured for most of the year but returned in the 2nd week of finals. From there he delivered 117, 146 and 163 to boost Mexico to their First ever flag! What a return from injury, and a gutsy 3 weeks of footy to win this great award.
Well done Aaron!
Finals Voting: A.Sandilands (11), B.Ebert (10), B.McLean (8).
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CAIN VELASQUEZ MEDALLIST:
Winner: Ivan Maric
Stellar season for this man with nobody forecasting this prior to the season!
Ivan's year includes a Premiership Medallion, Captaining a Premiership, Representing AAP in State of Origin, Most Improved club award and the clubs Best and Fairest. Congratulations on all your success, and we look forward to you continuing your career at Mexico! Charge your glasses for the first ever Velasquez Medallist, Ivan "Mullet" Maric!
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Overall Leaderboard:
1ST: Ivan Maric (49 votes)
2nd: Aaron Sandilands (32 votes)
3rd: Jordan Lewis (31 votes)
4th: Paul Chapman (23 votes), Brendan Goddard (23 votes), N.Riewoldt (23 votes)
7th: Brock McLean (21 votes)
8th: Brad Ebert (18 votes)
9th: Jimmy Bartel (16 votes), Adam Goodes (16 votes), Nathan Foley (16 votes)
12th: Jarrad Waite (12 votes), Ben Howlett (12 votes)
The Mullet easy, well done!
I called it.......... 8)
Maaaate the club song is gold ;D
Mexico City Awards 2012:
Cain Velasquez Medallist: Ivan Maric
Runners up: Aaron Sandilands
Most Improved: Ivan Maric
Most Consistent: Brad Ebert
Best Performance: Nick Riewoldt
Best Player in Finals: Aaron Sandilands
Coaches Award: Brock McLean
Cain Velasquez Medal Vote Count:
1ST: Ivan Maric (49 votes)
2nd: Aaron Sandilands (32 votes)
3rd: Jordan Lewis (31 votes)
4th: Paul Chapman (23 votes), Brendan Goddard (23 votes), N.Riewoldt (23 votes)
7th: Brock McLean (21 votes)
8th: Brad Ebert (18 votes)
9th: Jimmy Bartel (16 votes), Adam Goodes (16 votes), Nathan Foley (16 votes)
12th: Jarrad Waite (12 votes), Ben Howlett (12 votes)
Quote from: Maca24 on October 06, 2012, 04:48:04 PM
Quote from: elephants on October 06, 2012, 04:46:26 PM
Maaaate the club song is gold ;D
Someone noticed! yay :P
Haha I'm surfing through here scouting out likely opponents in the Club World Cup :D
Jayman to Assistant Coach at Mexico
Mexico City have signed Jayman on as an Assistant for the 2013 season after having only one coach in Maca24 in 2012.
A change was thought to ensure that decisions will be made more effectively as well as trading and list management.
Welcome aboard Jayman! :)
Thanks Maca. Very happy to be here :)
Quote from: Jayman on October 19, 2012, 09:52:05 PM
Thanks Maca. Very happy to be here :)
Great to have you Jay!
Trade Period #1
To start off, we at Mexico have made six delistings with the following players being given the boot. We thank them for the contributionn to Mexico and wish them all the best in their future endeavours.
Matt Lodge, Brett Peake, Malcolm Lynch, Brad Harvey, Steven Salopek, Jay Van Berlo.
Now to the exciting news, with the conclusion of the first off season trade period we at Mexico are rapt with our trading and list movements. We can now welcome the following 11 players to the reigning premiers!
With the changes made we hope to consolidate a flag for the 2nd time.
New players: L-R. Brent Moloney, Steele Sidebottom, Daniel Merrett, Scott Thompson, Bernie Vince, Corey Enright, Jordan Russell, Stewart Crameri, Brian Lake, Shannon Hurn and Jed Adcock.
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Very good Maca! Think we have improved our side greatly! Watch out...
Dual Position Player Changes:
Adam Goodes: Mid/Fwd > Fwd
Jimmy Bartel: Mid > Mid/Fwd
Daniel Merrett: Def > Def/Fwd
Dylan Addison: Def > Def/Fwd
Darren Pfieffer: Fwd/Mid > Mid
Looks good Maca! Not to mention adding Hrovat and Membrey!!! :D
Club Recruiting:
NDS #18 Nathan Hrovat
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NDS #21 Tim Membrey
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NDS #46 Daniel Currie
NDS #66 Josh Prudden
NDS #84 Aaron Davey
NDS #88 Jamie Bennell
NDS #91 Joel Wilkinson
NDS #93 Aaron Carter
Great stuff mate. Hrovat at pick 18 was awesome
Quote from: Jayman on January 09, 2013, 07:07:57 PM
Great stuff mate. Hrovat at pick 18 was awesome
Thanks man. Hopefully we made some good decisions. :)
Offseason Club News:
Bit of off season news with Brendan Goddard retaining the Suns captaincy for 2013.
Wasn't the best year for Brendan despite finishing equal 4th in the Velasquez Medal, but we predict a better year ahead.
Luke Hodge and Adam Goodes will remain Vice Captains with their leadership being invaluable, we just hope they can get on the park more often. Cain Velasquez Medallist Ivan Maric joins them as Vice Captain replacing Jimmy Bartel in the group.
We are also proud to announce our 2nd sponsor with Corona beer joining Miami Heat. We are very proud to be sponsored by both. The season ahead looks very promising for Mexico, as we look to retain our 2012 Premierships in Seniors and Reserves.
Go Mexico!
Is the Mullet feeling the pressure after Sandi's latest injury setback?
Quote from: ossie85 on February 19, 2013, 06:21:51 PM
Is the Mullet feeling the pressure after Sandi's latest injury setback?
The reigning Best and Fairest will be fine :)
Our goal is to manage Sandi and make sure he is 100% fit upon return. No rush.
Out with the old, in with the new
Assistant Coach Jayman has left the Suns to head coach the Pacific Islanders, taking over from highly valued coach C4.
Bad news for the Suns, but with this comes good news, with the appointment of new Assistant Coach SydneyRox!
We at Mexico were very impressed with SR's application for the Pacific and are pleased to have him on board.
Welcome SydneyRox! :)
Great stuff by the suns!
Preseason observations:
Ready to explode:
Brendan Goddard - Has been the best player so far in the preseason. Exciting year ahead for Mexicos skipper.
Steele Sidebottom - Continues to grow as a player, with a great preseason so far.
Jimmy Bartel - Shaken off the hand injury that held him back last year, looks like getting back to his best.
Mark Lecras - 4 goals on the weekend, not bad for a man coming off an ACL.
Look like improving:
Mark Baguley - More midfield time looms, and a serious contender for a spot in the XV.
Jordan Russell - New club means more opportunity. Made the move from Moscow and should get opportuny off half back.
Aaron Davey - Small forward role this year means potential to increase his average.
Daniel Currie - New ruckman drafted in, will be a solid back up for Maric and Sandi.
Injuries/Niggles:
Luke Hodge - Apparent knee soreness, wait and see
Brian Lake - Slight niggle, should be fine for round 1
Nick Riewoldt - Few niggles, should be fine for round 1
Adam Goodes - Slight niggle, hopefully right for round 1
Jarrad Waite - 2-4 weeks
Aaron Sandilands - 8 week Hamstring
Sandilands ahead of schedule:
Mexico Ruck Aaron Sandilands is ahead of schedule with his recovery from a hamstrong injury in the preseason.
Originally the injury was considered an 8 week rehabilitation period, scheduling Sandi back at approximately Round 6.
However, club medicos have done some miracle work with Aaron now expected back by Round 2-3.
Great news for the Suns, and we look forward to seeing the reigning BOG in the Grand Final back on the field.
Could be a finals specialist type ruck like Clarke Keating
Injury Report:
(http://www1.pictures.zimbio.com/gi/Aaron+Sandilands+AFL+Rd+3+Adelaide+v+Fremantle+oXt7iHKWYUPl.jpg)
News has gone from bad to good, and now once again to bad regarding Aaron Sandilands. The Mexican Ruckman now requires surgery and is out for at least 3 months. It looks likely that Sandi will do his thing and return in the finals, where he is vital too our premiership aspirations! We wish him all the best with his recovery.
More bad news with Mark Lecras breaking his arm on the weekend. Lecca is scheduled for a 4-6 week recovery period. Jarrad Waite is also 3 weeks away while Luke Hodge and Brian Lake are still fighting niggles and could miss Round 2.
Finally some good news with Stewart Crameri surviving hip scans, and will be available for selection. (:
Think you got your info wrong sorry maca. Sandi out for 8 to 12 weeks! Luckily you have Maric too so your rucks won't suffer though. Wishing I didn't trade Griffin now since he will be playing heaps :(
I meant months but I typed weeks. Lol.
Always make a typo somewhere :(
I'll survive I have Currie and Blicavs in reserve.
Quote from: Sid on April 07, 2013, 09:40:19 PM
Quote from: My Chumps on April 07, 2013, 09:39:32 PM
The reserves outscore the firsts for the second week in a row!
#nightmare #qualms #sacknigey :P
You've posted that in the wrong thread there Cumpy. :P
What post? :P
Quote from: My Chumps on April 07, 2013, 09:41:41 PM
Quote from: Sid on April 07, 2013, 09:40:19 PM
Quote from: My Chumps on April 07, 2013, 09:39:32 PM
The reserves outscore the firsts for the second week in a row!
#nightmare #qualms #sacknigey :P
You've posted that in the wrong thread there Cumpy. :P
What post? :P
Must be losing my mind...
Trade Analysis - Mexico City Suns
Trade 1:
Mexico Trade: Daniel Talia
Mexico Gain: Brent Moloney
Verdict: I win, Moloney has been great short term.
Trade 2:
Mexico Trade: T.Milera, J.Boumann, K.Reimers
Mexico Gain: B.Harvey, D.Merrett.
Verdict: I on traded Harvs, but he is averaging 107 and Merrett has been solid averaging 70's. Milera has done minimal and the other two were delisted. I win by a mile :P
Trade 3:
Mexico Trade: Ben Howlett
Mexico Gain: S.Black, D.Kerr, Pick 46
Verdict: Howlett started with a bang, while I on traded Black for not much and Kerr and P46 in a trade for Sidey.
I lose this, but Kerr gained me a gun.
Trade 4:
Mexico Trade: Pick 18
Mexico Gain: Corey Enright
Verdict: I ended up getting P18 back, which I used on Hrovat. I definitely won this trade, with Enright averaging 92.
Trade 5:
Mexico Trade: Pick 37, Nathan Foley
Mexico Gain: Scott Thompson
Verdict: Foley has been injured/quiet, Thompson is averaging 100. I'd say I win :)
Trade 6:
Mexico Trade: James Sellar
Mexico Gain: Chris Knights
Verdict: Knights started well before injury, while Sellar has been meh. I on traded Knights anyway so probably an equal trade.
Trade 7:
Mexico Trade: Kyle Hardingham
Mexico Gain: Jordan Russell
Verdict: Hardingham can't even get a game at the moment, while Russell has been playing the majority. This trade is currently slightly in my favour.
Trade 8:
Mexico Trade: S.Black, G.Ibbotson, M.Mattner, M.White.
Mexico Gain: Pick 10.
Verdict: Ibbotson has been really good. I on traded pick 10, but I'd say I may have lost this slightly.
Trade 9:
Mexico Trade: P.Chapman, B.Harvey
Mexico Gain: S.Crameri, Pick 51 & 52
Verdict: Chappy and Boomer have missed lots of footy although both have scored ok. I made this trade for the future, so I think I win easily. Crammers has been good, averaging much higher for Mexico than he does in AFL.
Trade 10:
Mexico Trade: Shaun Burgoyne
Mexico Gain: Pick 13
Verdict: Not sure. Burgoynes been handy..
Trade 11:
Mexico Trade: Picks 55 & 76
Mexico Gain: Brian Lake
Verdict: Lake has been really good, so I think I win this easily.
Trade 12:
Mexico Trade: Pick 10 + Aaron Young
Mexico Gain: Pick 7
Verdict: Young hasn't played yet, and I on traded pick 7 in a deal for Sidey. Probably a win but too early to say.
Trade 13:
Mexico Trade: Pick 7 & 91
Mexico Gain: Pick 14 & D.Cross
Verdict: Win. On traded Cross in a deal for Hurn, even though Cross has been poor this season.
Trade 14:
Mexico Trade: Picks 13, 14 & 51, D.Kerr, A.Toovey & H.Schade
Mexico Gain: S.Sidebottom & T.Membrey (P21)
Verdict: I win, simple as that. Sidey has averaged 100+ and will for years to come.
Trade 15:
Mexico Trade: Brock McLean, Chris Knights.
Mexico Gain: N.Hrovat (P18), B.Vince, J.Adcock.
Verdict: McLean has been quieter in 2013, while Knights is out for the season. Hrovat has shown he is a player of the future while Adcock has averaged 92, and Vince 80+. I win easily.
Trade 16:
Mexico Trade: Daniel Cross & Sam Gilbert
Mexico Gain: Shannon Hurn
Verdict: Gilbert out, Cross dropped. Hurn averaging the third highest out of all defenders and is aged under 25. I win!!!
OVERALL VERDICT:
I dominated.
Injury report:
Shannon Hurn has injured his ankle representing the AAP Alliance on the weekend.
Hurn will miss 8 weeks, a massive blow for Mexico City. Thankfully, we have many respectable replacements, with Brian Lake, Daniel Merrett ane Mark Baguley all vying for the vacated D4 position. Our back line has been the best in the Worlds competition and Hurns injury has sparked the first change to the solid back 4 of Mexico for the season.
In better news, Aaron Sandilands is 1-2 weeks away from injury and is at full training. We at Mexico are not rushing Sandi back into the side, his value to us is enormous. Sandi is known as "BigTime" due to his ability to only play in the big games after missing most of the H&A season in 2012 and now 2013. Sandilands was Mexicos BOG in the Preliminary final and the Grand Final, a huge achievement. We will be stoked for Aarons return, and will be patiently waiting for Shannon to recover. :)
Quote from: CrowsFan on November 14, 2011, 11:10:03 PM
Yeah well Junior Dos Santos is my number 1 ticket holder and we all know who is better :P
That we do, Cain Velasquez! ;)
Shows the risk of representative football really
Mexico Minor Premiers
It is now official, Mexico are the minor premiers of 2013 after defeating arch nemesis Sao Paulo in the final round of the H&A season.
With a win loss record of 16-1, it has been an even more successful season than last year.
Inclusions of Sidebottom, Lake, Enright, Adcock, Vince and Merrett have boosted the team in 2013.
Now we turn to finals, and a rematch against the Pumas for a spot in the Preliminary final.
To lose next week after a dominant win against them this week would be shattering, and nothing less than a win will be satisfying.
To cap off the season Mexico have also won the World Idol competition.
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Quote from: Maca24 on August 04, 2013, 08:20:18 PM
With a win loss record of 16-1, it has been an even more successful season than last year.
woot
Fantastic year ends in tears
Mexico City Suns 18-1 record has ended in a close grand final loss to the Pumas.
We now finish with a 36-5 record for the franchises history.
The players are shattered, especially losing to arch nemesis Sao Paulo.
However, we have still shown we are arguably the top franchise in XVs history!
World cup, world idol and a minor premiership highlight 2013.
Our best and fairest will be held in the coming weeks, while we now look to trade to ensure a third consecutive grand final appearance
Cain Velasquez Medal Odds:
Nick Riewoldt - $2.50
Steele Sidebottom - $3
Jimmy Bartel - $4.50
Brendan Goddard - $4.50
Ivan Maric - $7
Other - $11
Bartel to win the Cain!
A shame you couldn't swap the scores in the prelim and grand final hey Maca :(
I've joined Maca as an assistant, so if anyone needs to talk trades or anything and Maca isn't online, feel free to message it to me :)
Didak, J.Russell, Aaron Davey, Wilkinson, Pfeiffer, Nicoski, J.Bennell, Hoskin, D.Butcher and Bathie have been delisted by the Mexico City Suns. This brings us to 31,145 points, if I'm correct and brings us under the cap ;D
We also have picks 18, 38, 56, 74, 81 and 92 in the upcoming draft.
Senior List
1. Brendon Goddard
2. Ivan Maric
3. Aaron Sandilands
4. Steele Sidebottom
5. Jimmy Bartel
6. Nick Riewoldt
7. Shanno Hurn
8. Bradley Ebert
9. Jordan Lewis
10. Scott Thompson
11. Luke Hodge
12. Stewart Crameri
13. Jed Adcock
14. Corey Enright
15. Adam Goodes
16. Jarrad Waite
17. Brent Moloney
18. Daniel Merrett
19. Brian Lake
20. Bernie Vince
21. Tim Membrey
22. Nathan Hrovat
23. Michael Firrito
24. Mark Baguley
25. Daniel Currie
26. Joshua Prudden
27. Dylan Addison
28. Daniel Pearce
29. James Strauss
30. Adam Carter
31. Tim McGennis
32. Chris Yarran
33. Tom Curren
34. Mark Blicavs
35. Brandon Jack
36. Blake Acres
37. Tom Cutler
38. Jake Barrett
39. Sean Lemmens
40. Shane Biggs
41. Cameron Hitchcock
Rookie List
1. Brady Grey
2. Daniel Robinson
3. Brendon Ah Chee
4. Sam Siggins
How do you feel about the announcement of the new positions jroo? You've lost your 2 of your top 3 forwards from last year to different positions (Bartel and Lewis), making your forwards look rather weak. Do you think you can cover their losses?
Quote from: CrowsFan on December 07, 2013, 01:14:14 PM
How do you feel about the announcement of the new positions jroo? You've lost your 2 of your top 3 forwards from last year to different positions (Bartel and Lewis), making your forwards look rather weak. Do you think you can cover their losses?
Disappointing, but I expected Bartel to lost it but not Lewis. I think we'll be trading for a forward next trade period.
Mexico City Suns
Squad
Defenders
Jimmy Bartel (M)
Shannon Hurn
Luke Hodge (M)
Jed Adcock
Corey Enright
Brian Lake
Daniel Merrett (F)
Mark Baguley
Michael Firritto
Daniel Pearce
James Strauss
Adam Carter
Tom Cutler
Midfielders
Brendon Goddard
Steele Sidebottom
Brad Ebert
Jordan Lewis
Scott Thompson
Brent Moloney
Bernie Vince
Tom Curren
Nathan Hrovat
Brandon Jack
Blake Arces
Shane Biggs
Josh Prudden
Tim McGenniss
Jake Barrett
Sean Lemmens
Forwards
Nick Riewoldt
Stewart Crameri
Chris Yarran
Adam Goodes
Jarrad Waite
Tim Membrey
Dylan Addison
Cameron Hitchcock
Rucks
Ivan Maric
Aaron Sandilands
Mark Blicavs
Daniel Currie
Rookies
Brady Grey
Daniel Robinson
Brendon Ah Chee
Sam Siggins