#brownlow medal

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Abbey Gelmi | Cappellazzo Couture gown | Brownlow Medal | 2024

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Carlton Brownlow history.

Who else remembers the Bradles era 💙💙💙💙💙

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Patrick Cripps: 2024 AFL Brownlow Medal Winner

CARLTON captain Patrick Cripps has won the 2024 Brownlow Medal with a record tally, becoming the 17th player in VFL/AFL history to win the prestigious award multiple times after adding to his 2022 triumph in an historic count on Monday night.

Cripps, who was in the medal-winning position from round six, polled an incredible 45 votes to win from Collingwood superstar Nick Daicos on 38, with the Magpies' brilliant onballer also breaking the previous record of 36.

Cripps was confirmed as the winner at round 21, polling three votes against Collingwood to ensure he could not be passed. When Daicos polled two votes in round 22, Cripps was declared the outright winner with two rounds to go.

It was an historic night as Carlton's inspirational leader smashed through the 40-vote mark and broke the previous record jointly held by Port Adelaide midfielder Ollie Wines (2021) and Richmond champion and 2017 winner Dustin Martin.

Port Adelaide midfielder Zak Butters (29, Fremantle vice-captain Caleb Serong (28), and Greater Western Sydney midfielder Tom Green (27) rounded out the top five, with Sydney's ineligible superstar Isaac Heeney polling 28 votes.

It was Cripps who always had their measure, however, after establishing an eight-vote lead at round 16 and leaning on a strong finish to the season to see off the charging Daicos, who polled in a record 10 consecutive games from round eight to 18.

Cripps joined champion midfielders Chris Judd and Greg Williams as dual medallists to have represented Carlton, but he became the first to win two Brownlow Medals as a Blue.

The crowning night capped off an outstanding season for the 29-year-old, who played every game and averaged 28.8 disposals, 8.0 clearances, 15.7 contested possessions, and 4.8 inside 50s, earning All Australian selection for the fourth time.

The 29-year-old accepted his medal from coach and 2006 winner Michael Voss and spoke about growing up in Northampton in Western Australia, looking up to West Coast superstars Ben Cousins and Chris Judd and dreaming of joining them as a Brownlow Medal winner.

"They probably inspired me to chase my dream, and now I'm in a position to inspire other young kids, and I don't take that lightly," Cripps said.

"I'm just someone who wants to chase my dreams and I love doing it. Now I know the impact I've had on young kids coming through, it's pretty special.

"All kids out there, or anyone in general, if you get after it in life and have a dream and work hard at it, you can do amazing things. Life is short, so get after it."

Cripps also paid tribute to the support of his wife Monique after the couple became parents to daughter Koda this year, with the midfielder happy and settled off the field in his 11th season.

He said his parents, Brad and Cath, had instilled great values in him that he carried still after being drafted with pick No.13 in the 2013 National Draft.

Last year's medallist Lachie Neale was considered a contender to go back-to-back but never got on a roll, finishing on 22 votes as he prepares for Saturday's Grand Final.

Heeney, who was ineligible to win after being suspended for striking in round 17, was atop the leaderboard for five weeks during the first half of the season but only polled seven votes after round 10.

Heeney and well ahead of Daicos (four) and Neale (two), who were expected to start slowly.

Daicos was entering a five-game block of outstanding form, however, and emerged with 13 of a possible 15 votes, rising to third with 17 votes to put himself back in the race.

Cripps was shaping as unstoppable, however, having kept his tally ticking over with three best afield matches to secure an outright lead after round 12 with 22 votes.

He was never headed from there, polling the maximum three votes six more times in the last 10 games to win in commanding style.

2024 Brownlow Medal, Top 10 Patrick Cripps - 45 Nick Daicos - 38 Zak Butters - 29 Caleb Serong - 28 Isaac Heeney* - 28 Tom Green - 27 Adam Treloar - 26 Errol Gulden - 25 Matt Rowell - 25 Jai Newcombe - 24

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afl

Congratulations to Crippa for winning his second Brownlow and poling over 45 votes, such a worthy winner!

[fazcinatingblog]

Make it hurt less

I'm sorry, if only Nick's pesky teammates hadn't stolen votes off him earlier in the count.

Pffft, that stupid lion, he's already got a Brownlow GIVE SOMEONE ELSE A TURN.

Sigh. I wish pesto petracca had polled better. I wish Ash Johnson had won mark of the year. I wish Noah Anderson had actually won, turned to his date Matthew and lent in for a kiss and Matt smiles wider and bits of grass froth out of Matt's mouth and Noah pauses right before his lips touch Matt's and asks "where's this from?" And Matt answers "the lawn outside Nana's house" and Noah presses his lips against Matt's and then leans back, smiles, says "I think that's your best yet" and then goes up on stage to collect his medal.

[mariacallous]

Many of the people who have been prime minister in the past six years seem to have internalised the idea that we’re sleepwalking towards an apologetically British form of tinpot dictatorship. After all, each of them has spent a remarkable amount of their time in office saying out loud: “I really don’t think the public wants an election.”

Perhaps the arc of history is bending towards them being right. As discussed here previously, a recent poll found that 61% of 18- to 34-year-olds supported running the UK with “a strong leader who doesn’t have to bother with parliament/elections”. Which doesn’t feel like the most ringing endorsement of whichever form of democracy we currently practise (constitutional experts/dadaists are invited to get in touch to clarify). We have an unelected second chamber and the second mandate-free prime minister in just over two months. Meanwhile, the former health secretary who spent most of the pandemic telling everyone how to behave has absconded from his post as a member of parliament, and is currently poised to pocket a rumoured £400,000 fee to enter the I’m A Celebrity jungle, where he claims to want to talk to the public about dyslexia. That’s going to be difficult with his mouth full of kangaroo cock. But we are where we are.

Against this increasingly necrotic political backdrop, many will feel too far gone to react angrily to a Boris Johnson resignation honours list that includes peerages for young No 10 aides (one of whom, Charlotte Owen, is said to be in her late 20s); for Nadine Dorries; for the former Tory mayoral candidate who threw a lockdown party; for MPs who are “deferring” taking their ermine till after the next election so as not to risk unfortunate byelection results for the governing party; and for the guy who paid for Johnson’s wildly expensive holiday to Mustique that the then prime minister repeatedly lied about.

Indeed, all of this ennoblement is being pushed while Johnson is himself being investigated by the privileges committee on a charge of misleading the house, for which the penalty could be his removal from it. Like I say, many will simply decline to lose their rag about him stuffing the Lords. At some point, the smart move becomes saving your energy for the militias.

As for the specific defects of this honours list, in many ways they aren’t exactly new. We have long seen politicians and political aides given peerages simply for doing their jobs – the equivalent of a participation medal. Albeit in this case for people who participated in one of the most shambolic periods of government in living memory. And arguably there’s nothing wrong with becoming a peer in your late 20s – people have been doing it for centuries, typically after their father succumbed to consumption or suffered a hunting mishap following rumours of an affair with a senior Whig.

Indeed, Johnson’s allies stress that the former PM has in fact proffered a “slimmed-down” list, compared with what he had originally planned. Yet that is solely because – as we now know only too well – the recently ousted Johnson actively seeks a swift return to Downing Street. Trust me, had he decided to draw a final line under the dignity-aborting era that was his political career, this list would have contained everyone from his toddler son to the hairdresser who paints over Lord Lebedev’s beard regrowth however many times a week. Lord Brownlow – the sad-sack who paid for seemingly every luxury item the Johnsons bought but couldn’t afford – would have been made a duke.

During his premiership, Johnson had already created 86 peers, meaning that a hefty percentage of the 800 or so members of the upper chamber will have now been appointed by him. Some Tory donor who was Jacob Rees-Mogg’s business partner was recently ennobled by Liz Truss, solely so he could become investment minister. Lord Johnson (no relation, in this rare case) held the investment minister post for precisely 26 days before the Truss administration died in a freak prime ministering accident, but he is now in the Lords and able to influence British law for the rest of his life.

Yet on it all rolls, in the hope that people won’t notice. Indeed, the task of noticing such things has become almost a full-time job. Every now and then I have to remind myself that at least 56 MPs are reportedly facing sexual misconduct allegations. Where are we with any of those? There are now so many of these stories that we lose track of how they end – or even what happens after they have first broken.

The other day I suddenly remembered David Warburton MP, the member for Somerset and Frome, who in April was suspended from the Conservative party following multiple sexual assault allegations and claims of cocaine use (in response, he insisted he had “enormous amounts of defence” against the claims). What happened with that story, I wonder? A quick Google search finds that only a fortnight ago David was farting out quotes calling for Liz Truss to be swiftly replaced. “It’s crucial we put in place a new leader and prime minister who truly has the strength of purpose that Britain needs,” Warburton thundered, possibly in front of an upturned roasting tin . “I am pressing for the leadership contest to be conducted expeditiously and look forward to a new prime minister who will command both local and national support as we face the very significant challenges that must be overcome – and overcome rapidly.” Certainly more rapidly than David’s case is being investigated.

The many grim spectacles of the past few years in British politics have had a cumulative effect. One of the most significant takeouts of this era will be the failure or refusal of its leading politicians to understand the deep impact of all the various democratic crises they have visited upon the people they are supposed to serve.

It is a mark of their terminal deficiency they may not even recognise these as crisis events, preferring to categorise them as a rolling series of consequence-free cock-ups that they would soon be able overwrite in the goldfish-like public memory – usually with another scandal. Everything from the pandemic cronyism to partygate to porn-in-the-chamber to Johnson’s endless lying to the perceived Truss premium on mortgages has had the dubious benefit of being followed about 10 minutes later by another scandal to draw the eye. Or so the politicians involved in them seem to have hoped.

But if you bother listening to people outside Westminster, and away from the short-termist whirr of a dopamine-charged daily news cycle, this has not turned out to be the case. There is a huge amount of anger. Conspiracism is, in many ways understandably, on the rise. Trust in all politicians has been damaged, and distrust of democracy has inevitably followed. Still, no doubt most of Johnson’s resignation honours will be waved through. What’s another straw on the camel’s back?

[effortless23]

Top 10 Legendary Players in Australian Rules Football History

Australian Rules Football (AFL) is a sport rich in history, passion, and remarkable talent. Over the years, numerous players have left an indelible mark on the game, showcasing exceptional skill, leadership, and sportsmanship. Here’s a look at the top 10 legendary players in Australian Rules Football history, who have not only excelled on the field but have also helped shape the sport as we know it today while adhering to the Australian football rules.

1. Gary Ablett Sr.

Often regarded as one of the greatest players in AFL history, Gary Ablett Sr. was known for his incredible athleticism and goal-scoring ability. His unique combination of speed, skill, and strength made him a nightmare for defenders. Ablett's career spanned over a decade with the Geelong Cats, where he achieved multiple awards, including the Brownlow Medal.

2. Leigh Matthews

Leigh Matthews is a name synonymous with Australian Rules Football. Renowned for his toughness and determination, Matthews played for the Hawthorn Hawks and later transitioned into a successful coaching career. He won numerous premierships as both a player and coach, and his impact on the game is still felt today.

3. Dustin Martin

A modern-day legend, Dustin Martin has redefined the game with his explosive playing style. The Richmond Tigers star has won multiple Norm Smith Medals and played a key role in Richmond's recent premiership success. His ability to dominate matches makes him one of the best players in the current era.

4. Tony Shaw

As the captain of the Collingwood Magpies, Tony Shaw led his team to a premiership in 1990. Known for his fierce competitiveness and exceptional leadership skills, Shaw remains a respected figure in the AFL community. His commitment to the game exemplifies the spirit of Australian Rules Football.

5. Ron Barassi

Ron Barassi is a true icon of the game, known for his influential playing and coaching career. He played for the Melbourne Demons and later for the Carlton Blues, where he won multiple premierships. Barassi is credited with revolutionizing the way the game is played, particularly with his emphasis on teamwork and strategy.

6. Simon Black

A three-time premiership player with the Brisbane Lions, Simon Black was renowned for his exceptional skills and ability to read the game. He won the Brownlow Medal in 2002 and is remembered for his consistency and leadership on the field, contributing significantly to the Lions' success during the early 2000s.

7. Gary Ablett Jr.

Following in the footsteps of his father, Gary Ablett Jr. has established himself as one of the greatest players of his generation. Known for his remarkable ball skills and goal-scoring ability, he has achieved numerous accolades, including multiple Brownlow Medals and All-Australian selections during his time with the Geelong Cats and Gold Coast Suns.

8. James Hird

James Hird is celebrated for his outstanding career with the Essendon Bombers. A dynamic midfielder known for his incredible skills and football intelligence, Hird won the Brownlow Medal in 1996 and led Essendon to a premiership in 2000. His legacy in the sport continues through his involvement in coaching and mentorship.

9. Peter Hudson

A prolific goal-scorer, Peter Hudson is considered one of the best forwards in AFL history. Playing primarily for the Hawthorn Hawks, he set a record for the most goals in a season (or "goal-kicking") that still stands today. Hudson's accuracy and poise in front of goal made him a fan favorite and a true legend of the game.

10. Chris Judd

Chris Judd is widely regarded as one of the most complete players in Australian Rules Football history. He won the Brownlow Medal twice while playing for the West Coast Eagles and Carlton Blues. His ability to dominate matches and influence the game, combined with his professionalism, has left a lasting legacy in the AFL.

These legendary players have not only excelled individually but have also contributed to the growth and popularity of Australian Rules Football. Their exceptional skills, dedication, and adherence to the Australian football rules have inspired countless fans and aspiring athletes. As the game continues to evolve, the legacies of these players will forever be etched in the history of the sport, reminding us of the incredible talent and passion that define Australian Rules Football.

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Photographer’s archive captures junior years of AFL stars like Brownlow winner Patrick Cripps

When Barry Mitchell first picked up a camera 20 years ago to help raise the professionalism of the local footy awards night, little did he know he would be capturing a moment in AFL history. Since 2003, he has taken more than 200,000 photos of the Great Northern Football League, in Western Australia’s Midwest, all as a volunteer. When Patrick Cripps snared his second Brownlow Medal, Mr Mitchell…

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Understanding the road to glory!

As the footy world watched the 2024 Brownlow Medal count, most were bracing for the possibility of a tie between two outstanding players or the possibility of a dark horse that has been an incredible player surging ahead. The talk around the media world that it will likely end up either Nick Daico’s outright win or a draw with Patrick Cripps or even Marcus Bontempelli finally achieving a victory…

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what if I recorded "POV: boyfriend fucks you while talking about the 2024 Brownlow Medal" for my OF. would that hit.

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AFL Top 100: Milestone Men (Part 2)

It has taken some time, but here is the list of milestones that will be achieved (hopefully) this weekend by the teams, coaches and umpires that I haven’t yet covered: At Melbourne, the inspirational Jack Viney will equal the tally of Gary Hardeman who ran second in the 1974 Brownlow Medal and who went to South Australia for three seasons before returning to Melbourne to complete his…

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Paris Bishop | Alin Le'Kal gown | Brownlow Medal | 2024

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Lachie Neale: 2023 AFL Brownlow Medal Winner

STAR Brisbane midfielder Lachie Neale has won the 2023 Brownlow Medal, becoming just the 16th player in VFL/AFL history to win the prestigious award multiple times after prevailing in a thrilling count on Monday night.

Neale, who won the 2020 Brownlow Medal in a dominant season and will be playing to win his first premiership in Saturday's Grand Final, polled 31 votes to win from Western Bulldogs captain Marcus Bontempelli on 29.

The brilliant onballer was confirmed as the winner only after collecting three votes in the final round of the season, with five players entering round 24 as winning chances.

Collingwood star Nick Daicos (28 votes) finished third after entering the final round level with Neale, with Sydney wingman Errol Gulden (27), Port Adelaide star Zak Butters (27), and Melbourne Norm Smith medallist Christian Petracca narrowly behind on 26.

It was Neale who surpassed them all, however, after saving his seventh best on ground performance until the final round of the year, receiving his Medal in Brisbane as he prepares for Saturday's Grand Final.

Neale joined club great's Jason Akermanis (2001) and Simon Black (2002) in winning the Brownlow Medal during the week of a Grand Final appearance, with Michael Voss (1996) making it five Medals in total for Brisbane.

The former Docker, who joins ex-teammate Nat Fyfe as a dual winner, was rewarded for a season in which he averaged 27.4 disposals across 23 home-and-away games, averaging 8.1 clearances as one of the game's stoppage specialists.

It was a different season for Neale compared to his 2020 win, which also saw him poll 31 votes but instead win by a massive 10 votes from runner-up Travis Boak, also collecting the AFL Players Association MVP and AFL Coaches Association Player of the Year.

The ball-winner, who was runner-up to Patrick Cripps last year, was caught by surprise as he emerged as a winning threat through the evening.

He was the first player to win the most prestigious individual award without being named in the All-Australian team since West Coast midfielder Matt Priddis in 2014.

"It doesn't sit very well at the moment. I'm sure it will sink in at a later date. I'm pretty rattled to be honest," Neale said after being presented with his Medal by coach Chris Fagan at a function with teammates in Brisbane.

"I did not expect this, and to be amongst some of those names that have won two is unbelievable. To be in Brisbane, preparing for a Grand Final, is amazing. I haven't been involved in this week for a decade, so I'm excited."

It was heartbreak for Bontempelli, who was also runner-up in 2021. Daicos, meanwhile, led the count for seven weeks after round 17 but couldn't hold on.

The young Magpies star, in just his second season, was the pre-count favourite and made a fast start as expected, polling 13 votes to lead after six rounds with three early best-on-ground performances.

His votes dried up over the next four rounds, however, with the midfielder overlooked for votes in some of the bigger performances of his season, including a 41-disposal game against Greater Western Sydney in round nine.

Petracca and Neale instead made a run and jockeyed at the top of the leaderboard through the middle stages, with Neale taking the lead back for a three-week run after round 14.

Gold Coast midfielder Noah Anderson was the surprise vote-getter, sitting as high as equal second after 15 rounds following his fifth best-on-ground performance and remaining in striking distance thereafter.

The leading contenders all pressed with big games in round 16, with Daicos collecting his second consecutive set of three votes to move into second place on the leaderboard, just one vote behind Neale.

The 20-year-old continued to surge in a stunning run of post-bye form and took the outright lead in round 17 during a run of four consecutive best-on-ground performances.

Daicos had a battle on his hands knowing injury would strike early in the round 21 clash against Hawthorn, but he held the lead all the way to the final round of the season.

BROWNLOW MEDAL 2023 LEADERBOARD

Lachie Neale (Brisbane Lions) – 31

Marcus Bontempelli (Western Bulldogs) – 29

Nick Daicos (Collingwood) – 28

=4. Zak Butters (Port Adelaide), Errol Gulden (Sydney Swans) – 27

Christian Petracca (Melbourne) – 26

=7. Caleb Serong (Fremantle), Jack Viney (Melbourne) – 24

=9. Noah Anderson (Gold Coast Suns), Patrick Cripps (Carlton) – 22

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End-of-season medal predictions

Brownlow Medal Winner: Tom Green (GWS Giants) Runners-Up (in alphabetical order): Noah Anderson (Gold Coast Suns) Marcus Bontempelli (Western Bulldogs) Nick Daicos (Collingwood) Jordan De Goey (Collingwood) Errol Gulden (Sydney Swans) Lachie Neale (Brisbane Lions) Christian Petracca (Melbourne) Connor Rozee (Port Adelaide) Sam Walsh (Carlton)

Coleman Medal Winner: Jeremy Cameron (Geelong Cats) Runners-Up (in alphabetical order): Oscar Allen (West Coast Eagles) Charlie Cameron (Brisbane Lions) Charlie Curnow (Carlton) Joe Daniher (Brisbane Lions) Toby Greene (GWS Giants) Ben King (Gold Coast Suns) Nick Larkey (North Melbourne) Jack Lukosius (Gold Coast Suns) Aaron Naughton (Western Bulldogs)

Rising Star Winner: Colby McKercher (North Melbourne) Runners-Up (in alphabetical order): Henry Hustwaite (Hawthorn) Harley Reid (West Coast Eagles) Ryley Sanders (Western Bulldogs) Jed Walter (Gold Coast Suns)

[thebettingman]

The year of the Forward

It’s (surely) no longer the midfielders award. The AFL must look at getting more votes for other positions. The defenders can wait, let’s start with the forwards. We know that Cameron polled well at the beginning of 2023 so let’s cut to the chase. He is my prediction for the 2024 Chas Brownlow Medal.

Top 10 Most Votes

J. Cameron

Cameron showed last year he is willing to get up the ground so the umpires see him in the middle third, and even defence. I expect this to continue, and assist with his polling.

Bontempelli

Final chance to win this award. All or nothing year for the Dogs.

Gulden

On the rise, expect to improve further.

Neale

2023 winner surely polls in top 10, right?

Cripps

Expect Walsh to miss games, a chance for Cripps to continue at the top end.

Butters

Should poll well, however dependant on when Port shit the bed.

N. Daicos

Umpires might be slightly harsher on Nick this season, but will definitely be up there at the finish line.

Serong

Couldn’t pick him from a line up. Safety pick.

C. Curnow

Again, big men for 2024. Expect bags of goals from Charlie, and perhaps bags of votes.

Petrecca

Similar to the Bont, I think this is the final chance for Christian to get his monies worth. A stock standard in the mid-forward position for Melbourne. Will need to get minutes in both positions for Melbourne to have a run at the flag, so expect some votes to continue coming his way.