Round 1: Centrals v North - Friday 30 March @ My Money House Oval

Centrals v North
Friday 30 March
My Money House Oval

Reserves: 11:30am
League: 2:10pm

Centrals spent most of last season well out of finals contention - then stormed in a Semi Final berth where they were gallant against the eventual Premiers. North, on the other hand, had a season that would be best described as mediocre. Will Centrals continue their solid form from late last season, or will North start the season with a win?

Central at home but I don’t think it’ll be as easy as most think, they (North) moved the ball quickly & slickly in the trial match against Glenelg, Central by 13 points

Centrals at home is always a difficult task and I can't see North winning this one. The Dogs by 3 goals.

Some sad news for a North Adelaide trainer and his family today, apparently he suffered a heart attack near or in the change rooms early in the game at Elizabeth and has passed away. Obviously it had an affect on the rest of the staff, coaches and players.

The North trainer passed away after the league game so it didnt affect the North game.Extemely sad to hear of his passing condolences to all at North & his family.

Condolences to the North Adelaide Football Club and the trainer's family.

As for the game itself, had it not been for errant kicking by Centrals in the 2nd quarter, the result could've been close to the corresponding game in 2016. It was an open, free flowing game, which North could not keep up with.

The most exciting part of the day, for me, was the debuts of Hately and Dahmns.  17 and 18 respectively, they both had pretty good days out for their debut. Both kicked a goal, and Dahms could've had at least 3 had it not been for some errant kicking at goal.

It was interesting to note that North faded out in both the Reserves and League matches, nearly blowing a 6 goal lead in the Reserves.  Is there a fitness issue at North?

southern bulldog wrote:The North trainer passed away after the  league game so it didnt affect the North game.Extemely sad to hear of his passing condolences to all at North & his family.

Apologies there, i was told that he passed away early in the game when i got home from footy last night.

Condolences to the family and those who were around him at North.

So sad to hear the news about the North Adelaide trainer. Volunteers are the backbone of all clubs and give so much.

My heartfelt condolences to his family and all at the North Adelaide Football Club.

Terrible news, thoughts with family, friends and the NAFC Community.