The Great North Melbourne Flag Count: A Hilarious Quest for Premiership Glory (or Lack Thereof)
Ah, North Melbourne. The Shinboners. A team with a history as rich and colourful as their once-vibrant away guernsey (RIP teal carnage). But one burning question has plagued fans for generations: just how many flags have they actually wrestled to the ground? Buckle up, comrades, because we're diving headfirst into the hilarious abyss of North Melbourne's premiership cabinet (or lack thereof, depending on your perspective).
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The VFA Years: A Glorious Past (Maybe)
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Let's start by venturing back in time, shall we? In the rough and tumble days of the Victorian Football Association (VFA), North Melbourne were champions. Champions, I tell you! They snagged a whopping six flags between 1903 and 1915. Now, some might scoff and say, "the VFA? Who even remembers that?" To those folks, I say this: respect your elders! These were hard-fought victories, paving the way for a future filled with... well, that's a story for later.
The Quest for the Holy Grail (or Sherrin): The VFL/AFL Era
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Now, things get interesting. North Melbourne entered the big leagues, the VFL (later AFL). Here's where the true test began. The flags became a bit... elusive. Like a particularly shy wombat hiding in its burrow. But fear not, loyal Roos fans! They did manage to snag four glorious premierships:
- 1975: The "Invincibles" season! They stormed through undefeated, a feat never replicated since.
- 1977: This one's a classic. The Grand Final ended in a draw, so they had to do it all again in a replay. Talk about commitment!
- 1996: Wayne Carey led the charge in this centenary year, bringing home the gold premiership cup (yes, it was a real thing, and yes, it was glorious).
- 1999: Another premiership win! This time against Carlton, sparking wild celebrations (and probably a few sore heads the next day).
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So, How Many Flags Do They Have Then?
Hold onto your hats, folks, because here's the big reveal: North Melbourne has a total of 10 flags. Six from the VFA and four from the VFL/AFL. Not too shabby, right?
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But Wait, There's More! A Fun Fact (Because Why Not?)
North Melbourne holds the unwanted record for the most Grand Final losses (seven, to be precise). But hey, at least they're consistent, right? Just kidding, Roos fans, we love your fighting spirit!
**How To FAQs for the Dedicated North Melbourne Fanatic:
- How to Spot a Premiership in the Wild: This one's tricky. Physical signs may include spontaneous outbreaks of chanting "Shinboner Power!" and an inexplicable urge to wear a scarf in the middle of summer.
- How to Deal with Premiership Drought: Distraction is key! Take up knitting, competitive tiddlywinks, or perhaps channel your energy into supporting a winning team (just kidding... mostly).
- How to Celebrate a North Melbourne Premiership (Just In Case): Stock up on blue and white streamers, practice your victory dance, and prepare your liver for a night of jubilation (because let's be honest, it's been a while).
- How to Convince Others North Melbourne Will Win the Next Premiership: This requires a healthy dose of optimism, a pinch of delusion, and a whole lot of faith in the Shinboners.
- How to Explain the VFA to Your Confused Mates: Just tell them it's like the AFL's cool older sibling who doesn't get invited to the parties anymore. It'll all make sense (kind of).
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