The Melbourne Demons: Kings (and sometimes Queens) of the Premiership!
Ever wondered how many times the mighty Melbourne Demons have clawed their way to premiership glory? Well, my friend, you've stumbled upon the perfect fountain of knowledge (and a healthy dose of affectionate teasing).
The Grand Ole Tally: 13 Premierships and Counting!
That's right, folks, Melbourne boasts a very respectable 13 VFL/AFL premierships. Not too shabby, considering they had a bit of a dry spell there for a while (we'll get to that later). They were particularly dominant in the early days, racking up premierships like they were going out of fashion.
Demons on a Tear: The Early Years
Imagine this: it's the late 1800s, handlebar moustaches are all the rage, and the Melbourne Demons are basically the rockstars of Australian Football. They snagged their first premiership in 1900, and then proceeded to absolutely DEMOliſh (get it?) the competition throughout the early 20th century. We're talking premierships in 1903, 1908, 1914 – you name it, they probably won it (except for maybe the grocery shopping competition, but hey, you can't win 'em all).
The Middle Years: A Bit of a Hiccup (or Two)
Now, let's be honest, even the greatest dynasties have their off days. The Demons went through a bit of a rough patch in the middle of the 20th century. We're talking decades without a sniff of the premiership cup. There were whispers of existential dread amongst the fans, debates about changing the team colours to something a bit more…optimistic (sunshine yellow, anyone?). But fear not, Melbourne faithful, for there was light at the end of the tunnel!
The Return of the King (and Maybe a Queen Too!)
Finally, in 1964, the Demons rose from the ashes like a particularly angry phoenix and reclaimed their premiership glory. This win marked the start of a new era for the club, and even though there were still some lean years, they never strayed too far from the top of the table. Fast forward to 2021, and Melbourne silenced the doubters once and for all with a dominant premiership victory.
So, How Many Premierships Have They Won? (Drumroll Please!)
13! There you have it, folks. A not-so-secret fact for all the die-hard Demon fans out there, and a handy piece of trivia to impress your mates at the next pub trivia night.
FAQs for the Fanatically Curious
How to celebrate a Melbourne Premiership?
- Step 1: Acquire a red and blue scarf (or anything remotely Melbourne-themed, desperation is key).
- Step 2: Locate the nearest public space.
- Step 3: Unleash your inner Demon and celebrate wildly! (Just don't climb any trees, please).
How to deal with a Melbourne premiership drought?
- Step 1: Denial is an excellent coping mechanism (trust us).
- Step 2: Distract yourself with other sports (cricket is always a good option, even if it is a bit…slow).
- Step 3: Remember, there's always next year! (famous last words?)
How to become a Melbourne Demons fan?
- Step 1: Embrace the red and blue.
- Step 2: Learn to appreciate the emotional rollercoaster that is supporting the Dees.
- Step 3: High five the nearest person in a Melbourne jersey, they'll be thrilled (probably).
How to convince your friend to support Melbourne?
- Step 1: Show them this very informative (and hilarious) article.
- Step 2: Offer emotional support during the inevitable premiership droughts.
- Step 3: Remind them that there's no better feeling than a Melbourne premiership win! (Because let's be honest, it's true).
How many premierships will Melbourne win in the future?
- Step 1: Nobody knows for sure (that's the beauty of sport!).
- Step 2: But with a passionate fanbase and a talented team, the future looks bright for the Demons!
