Pubcast Ep 13

Lucky 13th episode from the Coral Cove Resort. A tired MD backed up after a long working week & Johnnyjojoshabadoo was on the soda water to help with his recovery. This didn't stop us bringing to you our thoughts again on the week in sport.

First up though we give you an update on how the Bundaberg Sports Flood Appeal is going with the website almost ready to be fully launched - http://www.sportsfloodappeal.com.au/ & in the meantime you can keep up to date with what is happening on the facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/SportsFloodAppeal

We got straight into the cricket and the disgrace that is the doctored pitch India served up for the first pitch. With it looking like a 5th day pitch surely the ICC needs to set standards for pitches. The Aussie selectors get a bashing again as they just don;t seem to know how to pick the right side.

 MD gives his update on Liverpool FC and the disappointment that could be a blessing in disguise after they were knocked out of Europa. An update on the Brisbane Roar as well.

The NRL is cranking up with the Charity Shield between Souths & St George, did MD & Johnnyjojo get their tips right. A serve was handed out to ASADA & Sen Kate Lundy for the farce that was the so called Drug Scandal. Rugby is back on and we were seeing red after the Reds loss last week and the poor officiating that always taints rugby due to the lack of consistency.

 We always finish with the Awards with nominations in all three this week, the Marto, Bryce & SSO Fail. A fan suggestion for the finishing song is an Aussie classic that rocks.

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Bundaberg Netball Rebuilds

Bundaberg Netball may have been devastated again by the floods but things are trying to get back to normal. Even with buildings still out of action and plenty of work needing to be done it did not stop the association having its 2013 sign on day.

Ameliaranne Wells, a locally produced talent who now is in her 3rd year with the Queensland Firebirds, was a special guest for the day and many took the opportunity for a photo and & an autograph or two. We were there on the morning to interview, Shelley, secretary of the Bundaberg Netball Association.

First up we spoke to Shelley who is very upbeat considering what has happened and what needs to happen and is a testament to the spirit of Bundaberg.

**Apologies for Audio quality - conditions were not great**

Ameliaranne Wells took time out of her busy scheduling with many adoring young netballers waiting in the wings for a moment to meet one of their sporting idols.  Again we apologise for the audio quality but a transcript will be available as soon

We would like to thank the Queensland Firebirds & Ameliaranne Wells for the support given to Bundaberg Netball Association.

Just a few photos to show how much impact the floods had

Notice the high water mark on the left building

Crowd starting to gather as the weather rolls in

A lot of mud has been cleared but still a lot of work to do.

The ground  underneath is still a concern.

If the light  towers are not ok then the task gets bigger.

A few buildings are still not ready

Another example of how much water was around, this boat is on the high side of the grounds

Pubcast Episode 12

Sporting Sport Opinions as always kicks off with who we are and what we are about, but this week MD & Johnnyjojoshabadoo are proud to say we are part o of the team behind the Bundaberg Sports Flood Appeal to help raise fund for some of the sporting associattions & floods heavily affected by the floods. Extra thanks to Emma McCarthy & Legado for all of their support.

We then obviously get straight into the big issues in sport while enjoying a few Corona's.

The Blade Runner Incident - Was it a burglar is is he just a grouch with a penchant for shooting things that go bump in the night. We take make a few puns at the expense of Oscar Pistorious as he now faces murder charges for killing his girlfriend.

The big issue of the week though has been the so called drug scandal in Australian Sport, is there fire behind the smoke or is this a political ploy? Is this the worst handled case with no real evidence?  We give our angle on the farcical handling by ASADA & the ACC.

Rugby is back on and with the Reds about to kick off we have a quick look at the Super Rugby.

One last serve is given to cricket, the bias selectors that just love leaving out players from champion side if they are Queenslanders, and we cannot miss a chance to sink the boot into Channel 9 again and the annoying Bill Lawry.

The priceless coaster & Johnnyjojo's working stationery, the Keno Pencil & form.

The game that is "Simply The Best", the NRL,  is not far off and a few updates are handed out.

A red card is issued tot he A-League for the "any age is OK" policy for officials to handle games. Try not to mention the Roar or Liverpool to MD though with poor performances of late.

With time running out we don't forget about the awards:

Marto: At the end of the international cricket season it is fitting that Channel 9 and in particular Bill Lawry finish with another nomination.

Bryce: Rather than an on field official, ASADA, ACC, & Kate Lundy do well this week for their efforts in the drug debacle.

SSO Fail:Seems MD was extremely happy to announce Brad Haddin after he showed his poor keeping skills that seem to impress the national selectors

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Pubcast Episode 11

We were so tired we forgot to take our normal picture.

It has been a tough week for MD & Johnnyjojoshabadoo who have been working hard as Bundaberg moves into recovery mode, but we take the time we use for relaxing at the end of the week to bring you another installment from the Bar & Restaurant at Coral Cove International Golf Course with a few refreshing Becks.

We spend the opening part of the show to bring you the news that a Bundaberg Sports Flood Appeal is being launched to help some of the heavily affected sports associations & clubs. With the great behind the scenes help of YZ Marketing & the exceptional Emma McCarthy some great items will soon be available for auction and online donations will also be able to be made on what is looking like a great website. We also announce the date of the Fundraising Night which will be the 30th of march and looks set to be a great night with music entertainment from Carl Wockner and a sports celebrity or three. Stay tuned for details as they get released.

We don't forget about sport and the biggest issue facing Australia for a long time.....Drugs & Match Fixing.  It seems that the AFL is in a lot of trouble and the NRL will be very nervous. The A-League has also been tainted with match fixing but with details still emerging it is hard to deep into the issue. This is one topic that is sure to get mentioned over the next few months.

Cricket seems to be hanging around and doing a lot better at it then the West Indies batsmen. Unfortunately the Australian Selectors are doing a good job at getting discussed every week as they announce another strange Twenty20 side that is yet again ignoring the team that won the competition.

NRL & Rugby get a mention with both seasons almost upon us and the All-Stars game tonight.

As always we finish with the awards:

Marto - It seems that cricket & channel 9 like this one. A new contender from the commentary box gets it this week.

Bryce - With so much going on we have not watched a lot of sport so this week Bryce himself gets the retrospective nomination that he always deserved for that game Australia played against Ireland in 2011. Not sure which one then just ask Johnnyjojoshabadoo.

SSO - Whilst it was considered to give it to Beyonce for this fine performance at the NFL Superbowl

It instead went to Tom Elliott from 3AW for this ridiculous comment on twitter.

When I stated this to Tom:

 If Football is boring @TomElliott3AW then where is the World Cup for AFL?

This was the response

@What_Dya_Reckon actually they do have one - but Australia doesn't compete. The most recent final was between NZ and PNG I think...

Lets just say that a lot of people responded.

Once again we thank you for listening and appreciate all the support at this time when we are doing our Bundaberg Sports Flood Appeal.

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Pubcast Ep 10 - #BigWet Edition

Apologies for the quality of the photo. All effort went into getting donations in the bucket .

With Bundaberg facing it's worst natural disaster in history and events still unfolding, Sporting Sport Opinions recorded on dry land at  the Coral Cove International Golf Course Bar & Restuarant. With all intention to drink a few Budweisers in recognition of all the buds out there helping those in need, it was no surprise that there were none available. Not to be deterred we carried on and after a recording hiccup we eventually got our thoughts recorded. (Tip for MD, make sure that all the equipment is pugged in next time).

As expected we started off talking about the devastation from the floods that has affected our town of Bundaberg before talking about the big issues in sport this week.

Just one of the many connections Geale made that Mundine never remember

It is no surprise that we went straight into the boxing farce that is Anthony Mundine and the pounding he won't admit he received. The Sideline Reporter also had a great word to sum up Mundine.

An example of the fear  Mundine shows as mentioned by MD

From there we went to the controversial issue which is the whinging chuckers from Sri Lanka and a crack at the Australia Selectors love affair with Steve Smith was never going to be missed. Steve Smith was given the Ben Test and came up a little short. An unexpected bonus was being able to talk about the Australia vs West Indies game that should have only be half over but instead was a rip off if you paid top dollar to watch the game. Strangely enough though we reserve criticism for an Australian player. Can you guess which one?

MD reluctantly talks about Livepool FC who did not have a great week and special mention goes to the Brisbane Roar for their generous effort for the flood appeals.

The game in heaven, Rugby, is back on the agenda with Super Rug by trials starting this weekend and with the loss of another Australian Test player overseas. For some reason Australian Rugby is still maintaining that by having a salary cap when New Zealand & South Africa don't is good.

If we are talking rugby then you know we will be talking about the NRL and with more changes to the All Stars lineup, a crack a the concept cannot be missed. An update on the Titans is also par for the course.

Finally before the awards we announce the Sports Flood Appeal that we have started in support of the Bundaberg Netball Association, Bundaberg Junior Cricket Association & North Bundaberg Football Club, who are all facing a major rebuild after their facilities and members have been hit very hard.

As always we finish with the awards and it seems that the Channel 9 cricket commentary team are trying hard to win the Marto for 2013 and the DRS is putting in a good effort for the Bryce award. The SSO Fail was a close call but it seems a Chain of Fools top the nomination for the week.

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