Thursday, August 7, 2014: Make you proud...

Ahhh Richmond. After all the excitement of 2013, when it looked like the Tigers had finally assembled a list that could bring some relief to long-suffering supporters, 2014 was supposed to be the year they climbed to new heights. Of course, that didn't eventuate. Instead, a bout of general poorness struck the list, cruelly ripping away the hopes of their supporters, and greatly amusing everyone else.

Of course, the season isn't over - at least not mathematically. A win this weekend would see the Tiggs within touching distance of the coveted ninth place, an achievement they made their own in recent years. Damian Hardwick, however, isn't worried about finals. "We've just got to make sure we win as many games as we can" said the coach, "and more importantly, play a brand of footy that our fans, supporters and members are proud of".

That's the rub really. When your team promises so much and delivers so little, all you can hold on to is pride.

In the news...
The bearded wonder Justin Westhoff is in doubt to face Sydney with an ankle injury. He tweaked the ankle in training and the call will be made on Saturday morning.

North Melbourne will debut the League's youngest player against the League's youngest club, The Giants, this weekend. Kayne Turner is an 18 year old from the Murray Bushrangers.