This conversation was originally published in Champions: Conversations with Great Players & Coaches of Australian Football by Ben Collins. Picture: AFL Photos, OFF THE MARKET: Star free agent re-signs with Crows. I wasnt great at school; my ambition was to play footy. But 2021 AFL premiership cup ambassador Glen Jakovich wants West Aussies to remember another important upcoming event too Purple Bra day. 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! The following year, while West Coast was unable to repeat its premiership-winning form, Jakovich continued to grow as a player. He was let go at the start of 1995, due to a persistent back injury. The 2008 AFL Hall of Fame inductee, two-time All Australian and four-time West Coast Eagles Club champion said he was proud to represent the AFL and be part of the upcoming AFL Finals celebrations. Virgin Australia Cabin Crew during the Premiership Cup Tour Launch at the Grand Toyota Dealership on September 4, 2021 in Perth, Australia. They are a contender and theyll be right up there.. I felt almost indestructible, but then I did my right knee (against St Kilda at Subiaco in round 12, 1996). Jakovich grew up in Western Australia and has also played football with clubs in the Northern Territory, South Australia and Victoria. There was no such thing as too much footy where I was concerned. A conversation with Glen Jakovich. Pagans Paddock revolved around one player, Wayne Carey, so I thought: If I just sit on his shoulder, hes going to take me to 20 more contests than I would normally get. Playing footy non-stop as a teenager fast-tracked my development. But at the suggestion that they were friends, Jakovich said: "We've never really been pals, we've just been former teammates''. Jakovich was an expert commentator on Fox Sports and 882 6PR, but now broadcasts from Western Australia for 1116 SEN Melbourne. Its harmless as long as you dont let it influence the way you play. 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. Credit: Supplied. Virgin Australia Cabin Crew during the Premiership Cup Tour Launch at the Grand Toyota Dealership on September 4, 2021 in Perth, Australia. Select from premium Glen Jakovich of the highest quality. Premiership success and triple Club Champion, Rookie of the Year/Emerging Talent winners. . Boards are the best place to save images and video clips. Mick Malthouse had just finished his first season as coach and the two men who convinced him to draft me were (football manager) Trevor Nisbett and (recruiting manager) Mick Moylan, who knew my brothers and had known me since I was in primary school. Carey was the brash young captain of the on-the-rise Kangaroos, and Jakovich was the no-nonsense powerhouse of the dominant West Coast backline. My coaches got a bit worried about it at one point, so they got me out of the gym. In footy clubs we always hear time to man up but this is about more than just the footy field, its about manning up about your mental health. When you had Willie and Liam Ryan running riot, defenders were more worried about being on play cards for the rest of their lives - are they going to get taken for mark of the year or get shown candy all around the forward line area?. Throughout the Tour the Cup will also visit a host of iconic West Australian locations including the Bungle Bungle Range in Purnululu National Park, Broomes Cable Beach and Karijini National Park. There's a mark, if you overstep the mark, well . Glen Jakovich talks about 'the kiss' from his brother Allen at the MCG in 1993 - 2018 - Melbourne MFC SC 1.76K subscribers 1 Dislike Share 92 views Feb 3, 2022 Glen Jakovich talks about the. He warmed to my preparation I was a bit rough around the edges, but he knew my effort was there. Jakovich said he did want to repeat the derogatory comments. If Id gone about it like most other players my age, I wouldnt have been as well developed by 18 or 19 it might not have been until I was 22 or 23. 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. To comment on this story and join the conversation, subscribe to The West Australians Everyday Digital package. I was given some great nicknames like Robocop and The Rock of Gibraltar. My older brothers, Gary and Allen (who kicked 201 goals in 47 games for Melbourne from 1991-94), and I had to beg the old man to let us play footy because, if we played soccer at school, the Aussie kids would throw rocks at us. Distinguish yourself from the pack. The first thing we did was a 4km time trial. Need me to travel to your location? Jul 12, 2005. "I make a living out of corporate speaking and I represent three or four companies. Enter some basic details to contact stars. Grow your brand authentically by sharing brand content with the internets creators. 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. Boards are the best place to save images and video clips. I made a rule not to drink between New Years Eve and the end of the footy season. 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. Several things combined to allow me to play well in each of our three finals: attention to detail, a good season both as a team and an individual, and I was a hungry, self-assured 21-year-old who was willing to take on any challenge in order to win a premiership. It was one of my better finals performances. The next year, I was disappointed I wasnt invited to train with the seniors, so I thought: Stuff it, Ill just turn up. Alex Witherden, I think he was pick 63 for West Coast and he was first rounder a couple of years ago and in the national academy program, Jakovich said. Mick Malthouse didnt like the way I played. Mick got the best out of me, but Wayne got the super-best out of me. Glen Jakovich retired from football in 2004, kicking three goals in a win over Sydney Swans in his last game. He challenged blokes. Streamline your workflow with our best-in-class digital asset management system. 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. >> Toyota Australia is giving away tickets to the 2021 Toyota AFL Grand Final. West Coast have given veteran Glen Jakovich the perfect send-off with a 27-point win over Sydney in their round eight AFL clash at Subiaco Oval. Two-time premiership Eagle Glen Jakovich fears West Coasts premiership window is closing quickly and says finding a replacement for Willie Rioli is something that needs to be addressed in 2021. I got myself well ahead of schedule and was back playing in 10-and-a-half months. Steel Blue acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we operate, live and gather as employees, and recognise their continuing connection to land, water and community. We strive to stay at the forefront of technology, Heat resistance protection for your boots, An extra tough steel or composite midsole for protection, Superior Met-Guard foot impact protection, Protect the toe area of your work boots from wear and tear, Anti-Static or Electrical Hazard protection, Beyond Blue Speakers, see furniture maker, Jake Russell. Glen Jakovich recalls when he debuted for Western Australia in the . It was the first time Id ever drank mid-week during a footy season. When I was 15, I played for the South Fremantle colts (under-19s). But theres a limit to that; you eventually reach a stabilisation point where you cant get faster. Id do anything, no questions asked, if I thought it would help me play better. It was probably 1999 by the time Jakovich was back to something approaching his best. I didnt want to limit anything. They need a lot of things to go their way early in the season.. Jimmy won the Brownlow that year and the concern was we didnt have anyone who could run with him. Just before half-time, I marked at half-back and saw Andrew Lockyer running off Jason Dunstall. Access the best of Getty Images with our simple subscription plan. He left me until last. Stars review your request and respond to your requirements. Los Boards son el mejor lugar para guardar imgenes y clips de vdeo. Only a few players went to Mick with their goals. 2023 Getty Images. 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 know how passionate West Australians are about Australian Football, so its great that they have the opportunity to get up close and personal with the games most prestigious pieces of silverware as part of the Toyota AFL Premiership Cup Tour, Mr. Jakovich said. HB: John Worsfold (c), Glen Jakovich, Mitchell White Millions of high-quality images, video, and music options are waiting for you. When we get the ball, Ill run hard to space and try to hurt him going the other way. Doing my knee in 96 actually gave me a fresh angle on life. 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). "I remember seeing guys . "The ball's in Adrian's court. Make a commitment to your football, your teammates and your club. Purple Bra day Friday September 24 is Breast Cancer Care WA's largest annual fundraiser. We pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging. The club instead opted for a pairing of fellow veteran Dean Kemp and talented youngster Ben Cousins, but the professional Jakovich didnt let it prevent him from performing a leading role on the field. He said: Are you switched on? I said: Bloody oath. HB: Guy McKenna, Glen Jakovich, John Worsfold Im extremely honoured and privileged to be named this years AFL Premiership Cup Ambassador. Ive always felt my old man is looking down. Who Is Glen Jakovich's Wife? I wrote that I wanted to win the championships, captain the All-Australian side, etc. [11] That was my second mistake. There were car-crash victims and people with all manner of debilitating injuries, and lot of their goals centred on just regaining some quality of life. Dont suffer in silence, call someone today and start the conversation. 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. I really valued that. Allen played alongside future West Coast Eagles players Chris Lewis, Paul Peos, Guy McKenna, Chris Waterman, Scott Watters, Peter Sumich and John Worsfold in what was Western Australia's first TEAL cup win. Toyota Australia Chief Marketing Officer, John Pappas, said the Premiership Cup Tour is a great opportunity to bring West Australian footy fans closer to the game they love. It was a reality check I needed. He then played in the Northern Territory Football League, including the 1988/89 season in which he kicked 104 goals for Southern Districts. Jimmy taught me a few things with his athleticism, but I got a bit of the ball and even snuck down to kick a goal. 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. HF: Peter Wilson, Jason Ball, Brett Heady Theres no bigger compliment than someone saying: You beat the best when they were at their best, but the truth is, I had to play that well to beat Wayne. 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. Id dominated junior footy when everything had been built around me and he doubted Id be able to adapt my game to a team structure. I loved that edge, that confrontation. I couldnt have done that so early without the volume of footy Id played, and without my natural physique. Back then, we did our rehab at a public facility, and I lost the chip off my shoulder within three minutes of being there. "But what disappointed me . Man on the ground, 18 versus 17 youre a liability to the side. That was one of Micks catch-cries. opportunities in: The Whole day went well and Glen was excellent, feedback has been all highly positive. He then played in towns in outback Western Australia such as Port Headland and Kalgoorlie. 1 priority. 2023 Getty Images. We saw brute fear in opposition eyes. In 2003, Jakovich was selected as the Australia international rules football teams goalkeeper for the 2003 International Rules Series in Australia. It snowballed because I wanted to do it all. Except for Carey, they were all a lot older than me, but I held my own. I thought: Why me? We competed with each other at training. Just get to your feet, like a cat, hed say. Including club matches, Teal Cup (national under-17 championships), trial matches and school footy, I played about 70 games two years in a row. During their career, the two brothers lined up against each other on more than one occasion. Honours: Member, Australian Football Hall of Fame; best and fairest 1993 (equal), 1994, 1995, 2000; 3rd best and fairest 1992; All-Australian 1994, 1995; Ross Glendinning Medallist 2001; International Rules Series 2003; player of the finals 1995, 1997; premiership sides 1992, 1994. Theres no rule saying you cant play your best footy straight after a serious knee injury. Glen Jakovich ] DOB 24/3/73 Height 193cm Weight 102 kg Junior club South Fremantle Arrived Pre-draft selection in the 1990 national draft Number 48 (1991) 27 (1992-2004) Debut Round 12 1991 v Brisbane (71st Eagles player) Games 276 Goals 60 Honours Premiership medals (1992, 1994) Club Champion (1993 (tied), 1994, 1995 and 2000) I was very conscious of that. I should have ensured I was the last player into the rooms and hid myself among my teammates. * Went to Channel 7 to stop Barich from commenting. 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. For a chance to win, head to a Premiership . Grow your brand authentically by sharing brand content with the internets creators. "If he does it once in three months I'm not going to take legal action, but if he does it consecutively . I still did OK I think I had about 12 touches but I realised then that for me to go to the next level, my concentration and focus had to be sky-high. Its a physical thing that can affect you mentally. Jakovich was an expert commentator on Fox Sports and 882 6PR, but now broadcasts from Western Australia for 1116 SEN Melbourne. I was no certainty to be drafted by the Eagles. (was) the feedback was coming through my children's school. Thinking about that now, it was wrong for us not to reach out, chat and get him the help he needed. [2] Allen kicked 62 goals for the Colts 1984 season and was an important part of the Bulldogs premiership victory. . He drove me to levels that other players couldnt. He played alongside Chris Lewis, Andrew McGovern, Paul Peos and Chris Waterman who would also go on to play AFL.[1]. He has largely been out of the public eye since the late 1990s, except for a one-off appearance on The Footy Show. Jakovich says Barich continuously made him the butt of derogatory jokes and stories at . 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. Although playing well in Western Australia's first two games against Queensland and NSW, Allen Jakovich only scored a single goal in the final against Victoria and was replaced halfway through the 3rd quarter. Sometimes that got me in trouble because some people perceived it to be cockiness or arrogance, when the truth was I was frightened of failing. This year, the appeal has already raised more than $115,000 of its $200,000 goal. Int: Ryan Turnbull, Drew Banfield, Chris Waterman But the doc said: Thats actually a good thing. It was while playing at Port Hedland that Allen Jakovich met Brian Hood who was the Coach of the NTFL team Southern Districts. 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 knew that if I did anything outside those things, hed disapprove. Glen Jakovich recalls when he debuted for Western Australia in the 1990 State of Origin clash against Victoria as a 17-year-old. The first was when my father passed away, but then I was young and all I could really do was get on with life, whereas this was a career-threatening injury. EAGLES legend Glen Jakovich has threatened former teammate Adrian Barich with legal action for defamation. These legends will be sure to share. Apart from my family, this is my No. I thought: I should have brought my autograph book out with me. It was in 95 when we had a premiership hangover and I was caving in due to the pressure. HF: Chris Mainwaring, Karl Langdon, Chris Lewis Jakovich went into the media after his footy career ended, providing special comments on Fox Footy and 6PR radio. Dane Swan will be here in Geraldton on the 30th July at the one and only Freemasons Hotel!! Glen Jakovich for the Eagles celebrates after winning the round one AFL match between the Western Bulldogs and the West Coast Eagles at the Telstra. 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. Hes an elite kick and in todays day and age, you need elite kicks that can pull the trigger on the 45 when going through the corridor. Allen Jakovich was the second of three sons for Darko and Mary Jakovich.
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