Dane Swan will be here in Geraldton on the 30th July at the one and only Freemasons Hotel!! PERTH - MARCH 29: Glen Jakovich of West Coast with his daughter runs onto the pitch prior to the start of his 250th game in Round 1 of the AFL match between the West Coast Eagles and Port Adelaide Power at Subiaco Oval in Perth, Australia on March 29, 2003. There's a mark, if you overstep the mark, well . 2023 Getty Images. Officially launching the 2021 Toyota AFL Premiership Cup Tour in Perth on Saturday was two-time West Coast Eagles AFL premiership player Glen Jakovich, who has been named as the official 2021 AFL Premiership Cup Ambassador. I was lucky to have been born with a big-boned European body that was very resilient. More often than not, it paid off. Im sure they expected me to either give up after a few laps or be shown to be completely out of my depth, but there was no way that was going to happen. I also thought: Jimmys probably not going to show me much respect because he doesnt know me. I set a lot of individual goals because I knew that if I achieved them, it would benefit the team. I was very conscious of that. Commencing on September 6, the Cup will road-trip down the west coast in a convoy of Toyota HiLux vehicles beginning in Kunaunarra and travelling south to local football communities in Halls Creek, Karratha, Exmouth and Geraldton. Jakovich was the Eagles games played record holder in 2003, until Dean Cox surpassed him in 2014. After the 1997 game, Mick came up with one of his famous quotes, (He who doesnt fear death by a thousand cuts dares to unhorse the emperor) but it was all to no avail because the Kangaroos knocked us out of the finals. I wrote that I wanted to win the championships, captain the All-Australian side, etc. (Photo by Jon Buckle/Getty Images). Recopila, organiza y comenta tus archivos. Jakovich said he was also annoyed because he did not ever treat anyone this way. . USER IS NOT PERMITTED TO DOWNLOAD OR USE IMAGE WITHOUT PRIOR APPROVAL. I won four B&Fs (1993, when he tied with Don Pyke, 1994, 1995 and 2000), but 94 was my most cherished one because we won the premiership. Glenn Jakovich was brilliant, thank you! I was against doing anything that jeopardised my footy. If I went into a contest and went to ground, Id be up on my feet as quick as a flash. You had so much confidence flying for the ball, charging through packs and taking the ball with one grab, one-hand even, and we trained accordingly. Every player has critics. Id write about 400 things on a piece of paper. We had to play Melbourne at Waverley the next week (in the first semi-final) and all the media hype was about who was going to play on (ruckman) Jimmy Stynes? It was good to get that negative stuff out of my system. Foll: Paul Harding, Craig Turley, Tony Evans The blokes who tend to struggle are those who dont make that kind of commitment; they treat their football like just any other thing in their life. My attitude was: Im going to run my arse off here to make them notice me. We had what Id call competitive arrogance. I did it because I was playing against some big boys and I didnt want to be thrown around like a rag doll. A few experts speculated that: Jakovich could probably go with Stynes. It took two years to fully regain my agility and the ability to twist and turn, but I still played two or three of my top 10 games when I came back in 97. West Coast great Glen Jakovich with 2021 Toyota AFL premiership cup on Saturday, September 4, 2021. Glen Jakovich recalls when he debuted for Western Australia in the 1990 State of Origin clash against Victoria as a 17-year-old. * Went to Channel 7 to stop Barich from commenting. He was big on his players never going to ground because, if youre on all fours, youre no good to the side. But 1990 was pretty unique, and I received a fair bit of recognition for it, but it was simply a case of being in the right place at the right time. My biggest failure as a kid was I didnt have anything to fall back on because I didnt complete my education. .". Predicted round-one teams: Amiss to miss for Dockers, Crows keen for Eagles and Freo to repay pre-season favour, Another Eagle down as Rotham breaks arm in pre-season loss. I thought: Thats my lifeline. A 10-minute conversation can go a long way for someone who is struggling with mental health. There was no way I was going to let Mick down. "I seek Trevor Nisbett's advice because I've known Trevor for so many years and he's a great mentor for me and he basically said 'You need to put a stop to it'. Man on the ground, 18 versus 17 youre a liability to the side. That was one of Micks catch-cries. PERTH - MARCH 29: Glen Jakovich of West Coast with his daughter runs onto the pitch prior to the start of his 250th game in Round 1 of the AFL match between the West Coast Eagles and Port Adelaide Power at Subiaco Oval in Perth, Australia on March 29, 2003. "I've been pretty thick-skinned all my life, through some of the things that I've gone through just playing footy and so forth. I lacked pace, but I worked hard on gaining an extra yard. Find Glen Jakovich stock photos and editorial news pictures from Getty Images. The WA side was ravaged by injury and I thought: Im lucky to get into the 40, so I was in a daze. For West Coast to win it, they need to finish top four and above, he revealed. AustralianFootball.com Celebrating the history of the great Australian game. He also proved extremely durable, missing just two games between 2001 and 2003 and passed McKennas games record late in the 2003 season. We rarely got caught out. He was an integral part of the rebound from defence that saw the side win its historic first premiership. It didnt take long to adapt, but it was a change that had to be made if I was to carve out a career for myself. He is a member of famous Player with the age 49 years old group. "In the letter, I think we quoted six functions. Allen Jakovich Net Worth. Steel Blue Ambassador and former West Coast Eagles AFL great, Glen Jakovich praised Steel Blue for the success of its Blue Boots initiative. The list is still very, very strong. It was a big game pretty much whenever we played on each other because we dominated the early 90s and the Kangaroos dominated the late 90s and both sides played finals throughout the whole decade. Former West Coast Eagles AFL Player, Glen Jakovich Says 'Give Me 10' For Mental Health. C: Peter Matera, Dean Kemp, Chris Waterman http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Glen_Jakovich, http://afltables.com/afl/stats/players/G/Glen_Jakovich.html, http://www.wafl.com.au/player/glen-jakovich, http://waflfootyfacts.net/player/stats.php?PlayerID=3193, B: Guy McKenna, Michael Brennan, Don Pyke Collect, curate and comment on your files. There were few more imposing sights in the 1990s than West Coast centre half-back Glen Jakovich breaking tackles and steaming out of defence. Join us for bounce down for lunch with AFLs game changer Gillon McLachlan, SpaceX crew docks with International Space Station, MASSIVE update to gripping Netflix Murdaugh murders case, You can rehome a puppy: Child-free Perth influencer, West Australian Newspapers Limited 2023. One of the great things about Mick is hes the first one to acknowledge you when youve gone through a trying process like that. He drove me to levels that other players couldnt. Speaking to Ben Collins, Glen Jakovich reflects on a great career. Early in 2004 Jakovich, now aged 31, somewhat surprisingly pulled the pin, announcing his decision shortly before his final game against Sydney. But once I saw how focused Mick was on everyone working together, I changed my attitude and matured a bit. Ive always felt my old man is looking down. I broke that rule only a couple of times in 14 years. Collect, curate and comment on your files. It was this performance that drew the attention of Melbourne Football Club talent scouts.[4]. But instead of pushing back quickly off the mark and kicking a proper drop-punt, I tried to kick across my body and, because it was a bit muddy and wet, I slipped, scrubbed it off the inside of my boot, and Ben Allan picked it up and kicked a goal. Mick got the best out of me, but Wayne got the super-best out of me. My concern for them in the forward line is they just need another Liam Ryan and thats Willie Rioli, he said. He returned about a month in to the 1997 season and took some time to regain his form. We played this game where wed pick a spot a goalpost, a sponsors sign, the boundary line, a corner of the square and youd try to bounce the ball there and the closest kick won. I loved that edge, that confrontation. They need a lot of things to go their way early in the season.. Millions of high-quality images, video, and music options await you. Playing footy non-stop as a teenager fast-tracked my development. I cant play the same way or Ill be left behind. The Premiership Cup Tour gives local communities in Western Australia the chance to experience the excitement of AFL finals. Jakovich grew up in Western Australia and has also played football with clubs in the Northern Territory, South Australia and Victoria. Make a commitment to your football, your teammates and your club. Can Eagles stick with Yeo and Shuey plan after Crows loss? He and his younger brother, Glen Jakovich, both began their AFL careers in the 1990 AFL Draft. I saw the opportunity to get more of the ball. Just before half-time, I marked at half-back and saw Andrew Lockyer running off Jason Dunstall. Allen followed his older brother Garry (3 Senior Games in 1984)[2] and began his senior career with South Fremantle in the West Australian Football League. Predicted round-one teams: Who makes the cut for Eagles? Get premium, high resolution news photos at Getty Images These legends will be sure to share. * Sought counsel from Eagles chief executive Trevor Nisbett. Jakovich was the Eagles' games played record holder in 2003, until Dean Cox surpassed him in 2014. On Mondays, in front of the whole squad of 52, Mick would show video footage of blokes staying on the ground for three or four seconds. He debuted in the seniors in round 1 against the West Coast Eagles at Subiaco but was quickly dropped for the following week. The Jakovich brothers were both extraordinary in their own way, and Glen says he had to stop himself belting Allen on this memorable occasion. Access the best of Getty Images with our simple subscription plan. In his AFL career, he kicked 208 goals and 173 behinds. Become a Steel Blue VIP and enter the monthly draw to win a pair of our boots! I was no certainty to be drafted by the Eagles. He wanted us to get a trade, get a job and be somebody. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today. But Im glad he said it because, one, he must have known that I could take that type of statement, and two, it put me on notice and made me realise: Thats what its all about. Coach Mick Malthouse, 1987: Malaxos; 1988: Worsfold; 1989: McKenna; 1990: Lewis; 1991: Turley; 1992: Kemp; 1993: Jakovich/Pyke;1994: Jakovich; 1995: Jakovich; 1996: Banfield; 1997: Pe.Matera; 1998: McIntosh; 1999: McKenna; 2000: Jakovich;2001: Cousins; 2002: Cousins; 2003: Cousins; 2004: Judd; 2005: Cousins; 2006: Judd; 2007: Glass; 2008: Cox;2009: Glass; 2010: LeCras; 2011: Glass; 2012: S.Selwood; 2013: Priddis; 2014: MacKenzie; 2015: Gaff; 2016: Shuey; 2017: Yeo; 2018: Yeo; 2019: Shuey; 2020: Naitanui; 2021: Naitanui; 2022: BarrassAFLW Club Champion: 2020: Hooker; 2021: Lewis; 2022: Swanson; 2022B (S7): Swanson, 1987: Mainwaring; 1988: McKenna; 1989: Sumich; 1990: Kemp; 1991: Jakovich; 1992: Clape; 1993: Banfield; 1994: Bond1995: Gehrig; 1996: Donnellly; 1997: Wooden; 1998: Read; 1999: Bellotti; 2000: Glass; 2001: Kerr; 2002: Judd;2003: Sampi; 2004: Seaby; 2005: Hansen; 2006: Graham; 2007: Priddis; 2008: McKinley; 2009: Masten; 2010: Naitanui;2011: Shuey; 2012: J.Brennan; 2013: Lycett; 2014: McGovern; 2015: Sheed; 2016: Barrass; 2017: Duggan;2018: Rioli; 2019 Allen; 2020 Rotham; 2021 H.Edwards; 2022 HoughAFLW Best First Year Player: 2020: Cameron; 2021: Lewis; 2022: Thomas; 2022B (S7): Roberts, 7 (1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1999, 2000, 2002). Picture: AFL Photos, Glen Jakovich and Karl Langdon celebrate with the premiership cup after winning the 1992 Toyota AFL Grand Final. "A burning desire, a will to succeed, whatever you want to call it - I had it." Speaking to Ben Collins, Glen Jakovich reflects on a great career. Its a physical thing that can affect you mentally. Boards are the best place to save images and video clips. "He's given an undertaking that he won't use my name in any sporting gag or whatever," Jakovich said yesterday. Jul 12, 2005. Western Australia has a strong football culture in communities from the grassroots to the elite level, so were delighted to be able to take the Premiership Cup to a number of these great football clubs and iconic West Australian locations, Ms. Rogers said. In Mick Malthouses last season in charge, Jako finished top 10 in the best and fairest for the first time since his three wins in a row, just a handful of votes below winner Guy McKenna. At one point, I had to go to centre half-back and the Vics forward line was Jason Dunstall, Gary Ablett, Dermott Brereton, Timmy Watson and Shane Morwood, and I was on Stewie Loewe! These communities and grassroots clubs are the lifeblood of this great game, so what better way to celebrate what has been a tremendous season than to bring them together to celebrate and say thank you, Mr. Papas said. "It's just old jokes that have been going around footy circles for a hundred years, anyway we did sort it out. But there were times where Id done modified or limited pre-seasons and only had a limited base and I really struggled on the quicker players. I waited throughout training while Mick went through all the players individually. Mick (Moylan) said: Hes got a few rough edges, but well smooth them over. The 2021 Toyota AFL Premiership Cup Tour will be held in Western Australia. Jamie - Making Life Better Charity Golf Day. Some of my greatest memories of footy in the 1990s were the awesome battles beetween arguably the greatest CHF of the modern era Wayne Carey and arguably the greatest CHB of the modern era (Pre knee reco Jakovich was a colossus) Glen 'Robocop' Jakovich. During their career, the two brothers lined up against each other on more than one occasion. If you cant play finals footy, youre not worth a cold pie to me. That was Micks introduction to me in my first player-coach meeting. Jakovich also had a rivalry with Geelong Football Club All-Australian centre half-forward Barry Stoneham. I never ate junk food, never smoked, and I knew that drinking gallons of alcohol wasnt the way to go, even though plenty of footballers did. (was) the feedback was coming through my children's school. I thought: I should have brought my autograph book out with me. He dragged it out of me. Los Boards son el mejor lugar para guardar imgenes y clips de vdeo. He said: OK, youve got it. The 2021 Toyota AFL Premiership Cup Tour would not be possible without the great support of the West Australian Government, Tourism WA and a number of our sponsors including Premier Partner Toyota, Supporting Partner Virgin Australia and Accor as the Official Hotel Group Partner of the AFL.. He said 'I'd write him a letter'. Jakovich played 276 games with the West Coast Eagles, where he became a two-time premiership player in 1992 and 1994 . It was the first time Id ever drank mid-week during a footy season. RTS is back for 2023! One day, Scotty Watters, Peter Sumich, Stevan Jackson and myself played it and the top two had won 41 and 38 games. He eyeballed me and said: If youre not going to play my way, you can pack your bags because you wont get a game in this side! I thought: Ill never play with the Eagles again. I dont think many, if any, coaches would say that to young players today. "Under the Defamation Act, my understanding is that's behaviour unbecoming, it's ridicule, it's insulting. Initially I thought: That doesnt sound good. But one thing I did was make them notice me. EAGLES legend Glen Jakovich has threatened former teammate Adrian Barich with legal action for defamation. The ever-exuberant defender was a man-mountain with a Herculean physique. If you get yourself in uncompromising positions, the joints will give a bit, whereas if theyre stiff, theyll just snap. An ill-fated comeback that lasted barely half a season. Jakovich was able to claim the personal honours more often than not, typified by his best-on-ground effort against Carey early in the 1995 season. His memory motivated me to succeed at football and be a good person. Ever the showman, Jako kicked 3 goals in the win over the Swans and bowed out to a huge ovation. Used at either end of the ground and in the ruck during his rookie season, Jakovich held his place for the rest of the year and played in the ill-fated grand final at Waverley alongside fellow 18-year-old and future long-term partner in defence Ashley McIntosh. EAGLES legend Glen Jakovich has threatened former teammate Adrian Barich with legal action for defamation. We competed with each other at training. The estimated amount includes all his properties, stocks, and other luxury products including a private jet and a yacht. I remember seeing guys struggle back in the day and we would say, sort yourself out, get your form back and get your health back. Wed found more than 100 targets! Coach: Mick Malthouse, B: David Hart, Michael Brennan, Ashley McIntosh I had members of sporting groups, the corporate world, CEOs, managers, ring me personally. In the end, Mick said: Youre the best prepared every time we go into battle. Picture: AFL Photos, OFF THE MARKET: Star free agent re-signs with Crows. Ive noticed guys are looking out for each other more than before. The AFL, in conjunction with Toyota Australia and Virgin Australia, is pleased to announce the 2021 Toyota AFL Premiership Cup Tour will be held in Western Australia. He has largely been out of the public eye since the late 1990s, except for a one-off appearance on The Footy Show. Just get to your feet, like a cat, hed say. You can also afford to roll the dice a bit, back your teammates, run off and attack. I was at my best in the 1994 finals series, but when you play in a side like we had, where everyone was playing so well at the same time, with no passengers, you get dragged along for the ride. Together, lets Boot the Blues. That wasnt the reason I started so early though. The Cup will then travel onboard Virgin Australia flights to some of the states best destinations including Melville, Kalgoorlie, Manjimup and Margaret River before returning to Perth. Who Is Glen Jakovich's Wife? Jakovich played in the Melbourne reserves and dominated the reserves competition in the first half of the 1991 season. Speaking on Sportsday WA, Jakovich said he believes the Eagles will be a contender this season but theres one catch. . The first day I walked into Subiaco as an Eagles player, I decided: Im a professional athlete. 2023 Getty Images. We pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging. Write your goals down and bring them to me. Dads death from cancer (in 1988) when I was 15 meant I quickly matured into a man. Its harmless as long as you dont let it influence the way you play. Jakovich says Barich continuously made him the butt of derogatory jokes and stories at .