Im extremely honoured and privileged to be named this years AFL Premiership Cup Ambassador. It was this performance that drew the attention of Melbourne Football Club talent scouts.[4]. Organise, control, distribute, and measure all of your digital content. 236 Jakovich Photos and Premium High Res Pictures - Getty Images Images Creative Editorial Video Creative Editorial FILTERS CREATIVE EDITORIAL VIDEO 236 Jakovich Premium High Res Photos Browse 236 jakovich stock photos and images available, or start a new search to explore more stock photos and images. Jakovich was a prolific full forward and is notable for kicking 208 goals in his 54 Australian Football League matches, an average of 3.85 per game, for Melbourne and Footscray. Wed do it before or after training. I was blessed with a body that grew naturally without any major spurts, and I didnt get osteitis pubis or stress fractures like a lot of kids. South Australian National Football League, Notorious Capper on Mainy tribute guest list, "Allen Jakovich kisses brother (Round 9, 1993)", "Footscray ignores youth to claim Jakovich", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Allen_Jakovich&oldid=1135972551, This page was last edited on 28 January 2023, at 00:27. It was a pivotal moment. I knew Id stuffed up, but I felt I deserved another chance. 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. They were looking at me and a few others. He also proved extremely durable, missing just two games between 2001 and 2003 and passed McKennas games record late in the 2003 season. [2] Allen kicked 62 goals for the Colts 1984 season and was an important part of the Bulldogs premiership victory. 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. The Jakovich brothers were both extraordinary in their own way, and Glen says he had to stop himself belting Allen on this memorable occasion. They were definitely taking Mitchell White (who played 151 games for the Eagles, 23 for Geelong), but they agonised over their other pick. That wasnt the reason I started so early though. He returned about a month in to the 1997 season and took some time to regain his form. Tap into Getty Images' global scale, data-driven insights, and network of more than 340,000 creators to create content exclusively for your brand. Enter some basic details to contact stars. 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. "And they're quite derogatory. 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. 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. 1,545 Followers, 123 Following, 87 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Glen Jakovich (@glenjakovich) RTS is back for 2023! 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. Former West Coast Eagles AFL Player, Glen Jakovich Says 'Give Me 10' For Mental Health. I knew that if I did anything outside those things, hed disapprove. Jakovich was the Eagles games played record holder in 2003, until Dean Cox surpassed him in 2014. But at the suggestion that they were friends, Jakovich said: "We've never really been pals, we've just been former teammates''. The first was in 93 (the second elimination final at Waverley when Jakovich had 26 possessions and kept Carey scoreless and to just six touches in a 51-point win), and the other was in 97 (the first semi-final when Jakovich had 23 disposals and conceded only two goals to Carey, who had kicked seven of his sides 11 in a qualifying final win over Geelong the previous week). F: Chris Lewis, Peter Sumich, Shane Bond I learned about goal-setting from Grant Dorrington, one of WAs successful Teal Cup coaches and now the general manager of the WAFL. Make a commitment to your football, your teammates and your club. To win the B&F in a side like that, and in a season like that, was overwhelming. Off the half back, hell be looking a suitable replacement for Shannon Hurn one day. But its nothing I can be proud of because it was a gift my parents gave to me in my genes. He debuted for the Eagles in 1991 and played for the club in the centre half-back position. 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. Steel Blue Ambassador and former West Coast Eagles AFL great, Glen Jakovich praised Steel Blue for the success of its Blue Boots initiative. 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. Grow your brand authentically by sharing brand content with the internets creators. Dane Swan will be here in Geraldton on the 30th July at the one and only Freemasons Hotel!! There were few more imposing sights in the 1990s than West Coast centre half-back Glen Jakovich breaking tackles and steaming out of defence. I knew I had that because Id always been a single-minded kid. He was perfect for the occasion and his genuine concern and empathy toward our residents was noted by many at the Donate Life event. Thinking about that now, it was wrong for us not to reach out, chat and get him the help he needed. All I had to do was put the ball in front of Andrew because he had so much space in front of him. Credit: Supplied. This year, the appeal has already raised more than $115,000 of its $200,000 goal. I dont drink, I dont smoke, I dont take drugs; Ive always done everything to the letter. In 2008, he was inducted into the Australian Football Hall of Fame and the West Australian Football Hall of Fame. 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. The ever-exuberant defender was a man-mountain with a Herculean physique. SCROLL DOWN FOR DATES, TIMES, EXACT LOCATIONS. He was an integral part of the rebound from defence that saw the side win its historic first premiership. Ive noticed guys are looking out for each other more than before. He and his younger brother, Glen Jakovich, both began their AFL careers in the 1990 AFL Draft. Purple Bra day Friday September 24 is Breast Cancer Care WA's largest annual fundraiser. I really valued that. Credit: GSP Images / AFL Photos/GSP. It was round nine, 1993 at the MCG. He then played in the Northern Territory Football League, including the 1988/89 season in which he kicked 104 goals for Southern Districts. Jakovich played in the Melbourne reserves and dominated the reserves competition in the first half of the 1991 season. "Basically what he does, let's say there's a story that happened in Melbourne 20 years ago, you know what they do, they just change the characters all the time," he said. Together, lets Boot the Blues. Then we played Hawthorn at Waverley and I had a ball-tearer. Los Boards son el mejor lugar para guardar imgenes y clips de vdeo. Glen Jakovich recalls when he debuted for Western Australia in the 1990 State of Origin clash against Victoria as a 17-year-old. I was against doing anything that jeopardised my footy. He challenged blokes. Jul 12, 2005. In Round4 of the 1985 Season for the Colts, Allen kicked 10 goals against Subiaco.[3]. West Australian Newspapers Limited 2023. Hed say: What do you want to achieve? My rehab was so precise. Im looking forward to being part of the celebrations in the lead up to the 2021 Toyota AFL Grand Final and sharing in the exciting of hosting one of the biggest sporting events in our backyard for the first time.. I probably won Micks respect that day. There was no such thing as too much footy where I was concerned. One of them actually helped me. . The 2021 Toyota AFL Premiership Cup will conclude in Perth on September 19, leading into the 2021 Toyota AFL Grand Final week celebrations. Ive always felt my old man is looking down. They need a lot of things to go their way early in the season.. But 2021 AFL premiership cup ambassador Glen Jakovich wants West Aussies to remember another important upcoming event too Purple Bra day. HF: Chris Mainwaring, Karl Langdon, Chris Lewis 2023 Getty Images. When the surgeon said: Youre going to miss 12 months, it was like someone had ripped my heart out. What the hell am I doing out here? That was one of only a couple of times in my career when I star-gazed on the footy field. Perhaps the greatest centre-half-back of the modern era, Glen Jakovich was the games record holder at West Coast until being overtaken by Dean Cox, and a regular feature in discussions about the clubs best-ever player. Wayne Carey and Glen Jakovich were two players who helped define 90s football. Footy was my outlet and I was in my first pre-season with South Fremantle. 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. His on-field performance was recognised when he was inducted into the AFL Hall of Fame in 2008, and was an inaugural inductee into the West Coast Hall of Fame. This conversation was originally published in Champions: Conversations with Great Players & Coaches of Australian Football by Ben Collins. For a chance to win, head to a Premiership Cup Tour stop at a local footy club or Toyota Dealer and have your picture taken with the cup to enter into the draw. I lacked pace, but I worked hard on gaining an extra yard. Need me to travel to your location? I just think that's untoward, unprofessional and I just think it's very tacky. The Getty Images design is a trademark of Getty Images. Doing my knee in 96 actually gave me a fresh angle on life. Jakovich booted three goals as the Eagles won 18.16 (124) to 15.7 (97). "If he does it once in three months I'm not going to take legal action, but if he does it consecutively . Boards are the best place to save images and video clips. I loved that edge, that confrontation. I attribute it to my upbringing, living off the land, eating home-grown vegies, lifting a lot of boxes and walking in deep sand on the market garden. Jakovich was the Eagles' games played record holder in 2003, until Dean Cox surpassed him in 2014. He dragged it out of me. The Slattery Media Group 2008, Have seen Jak around Perth a few times over the years. I never lost my passion for footy through that trying period. 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. [5], He kissed his brother Glen during a match between Melbourne and the West Coast Eagles at the MCG. 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. I made a rule not to drink between New Years Eve and the end of the footy season. Int: Ryan Turnbull, Drew Banfield, Chris Waterman >> WANT TO SEE THE CUP? Allen Jakovich Net Worth. Two finals against Carey really stand out because both times hed been in great form leading into those games. 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. Throughout his career as a sportsman and West Coast Eagles player, Glen Jakovich has been a team player, a mentor, a role model, and most importantly, a Dad. Allen John Jakovich (/dkvt/) (born 21 March 1968) is a retired Australian rules football player. Jakovich says Barich continuously made him the butt of derogatory jokes and stories at . "We had a yak about it and sorted it out because we are mates. Jakovich was selected in that position in the All-Australian team of 1994 and 1995. But one thing I did was make them notice me. . It was a reality check I needed. 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. The year before, Id played in the Teal Cup and a losing WAFL Grand Final. I had members of sporting groups, the corporate world, CEOs, managers, ring me personally. Picture: AFL Photos, Glen Jakovich and Karl Langdon celebrate with the premiership cup after winning the 1992 Toyota AFL Grand Final. Playing footy non-stop as a teenager fast-tracked my development. He hated that. 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. opportunities in: The Whole day went well and Glen was excellent, feedback has been all highly positive. .". I was lucky to have been born with a big-boned European body that was very resilient. 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 "I'm pretty thick skinned. I don't mind the odd joke, the rocket (surgery) one is one of them, there's a few other ones which were quite derogatory, which I don't want quoted.". 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. The 2021 Toyota AFL Premiership Cup Tour will be held in Western Australia. West Coast Eagles Wiki is a FANDOM Lifestyle Community. I wanted to become a professional footballer, and those things could have no place in my life if I was to get there and succeed. People said: Hes too old, too slow; hes lost his agility. But I thought that: With a full pre-season under my belt, Ill prove you wrong next year and show you that I havent lost anything. C: Peter Matera, Don Pyke, Chris Mainwaring Distinguish yourself from the pack. Born: March 24, 1973. I was no certainty to be drafted by the Eagles. "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. 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. Tap into Getty Images global-scale, data-driven insights and network of over 340,000creators to create content exclusively for your brand. Its much better to be called those names than what some opposition supporters called me. Foll: Paul Harding, Craig Turley, Tony Evans (was) the feedback was coming through my children's school. A few experts speculated that: Jakovich could probably go with Stynes. When I saw that, I thought: Were in for a good day today. Jakovich was an expert commentator on Fox Sports and 882 6PR, but now broadcasts from Western Australia for 1116 SEN Melbourne. His mobility and agility for his size was freakish, perhaps unprecedented, in Australian Football. I had to work the angles a bit more to try to deprive them of their space, but I was shown up occasionally. A high point was a near single handed defeat of North Melbourne where he kicked 11 goals (including a miraculous scissor kick out of mid-air from twenty metres out, a certain goal of the year candidate), 8 behinds and one out on the full. If I can do that, Ill get back in the good books with the coach. He then played in towns in outback Western Australia such as Port Headland and Kalgoorlie. 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. He said: Do you want the job (on Stynes)? Bloody oath. 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. Although still able to win his clubs best and fairest award in 2000, he was not the imposing player of the past. We rarely got caught out. Foll: David Hynes, Dean Kemp, Tony Evans 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. Jakovich grew up in Western Australia and has also played football with clubs in the Northern Territory, South Australia and Victoria. 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) Over the 1985 and 1986 seasons, Allen played 7 games in the seniors and kicked 22 Goals at an average of 3.14 goals per game. 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. Organize, control, distribute and measure all of your digital content. The estimated amount includes all his properties, stocks, and other luxury products including a private jet and a yacht. An important part of the process is to realise there are people worse off than you. I thought: I should have brought my autograph book out with me. Millones de imgenes, vdeos y opciones musicales de alta calidad te estn esperando. Then the Duck (Carey) touched me up big time (kicking 5.1 from 18 kicks and 11 marks). When I was 15, I played for the South Fremantle colts (under-19s). . 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. I also had (John) Worsfold and (Guy) McKenna on either side of me, and Michael Brennan and Ashley McIntosh behind me we had the best backline in the competition in the early 90s. But I hoped wed put midfield pressure on them too, because if the ball was delivered well it wouldnt matter if I was (Australian sprinter) Patrick Johnson, I wouldnt be able to stop it. Collect, curate and comment on your files. It was in 95 when we had a premiership hangover and I was caving in due to the pressure. He kicked his 100th career goal in his 21st game, equalling the record held by John Coleman. But once I saw how focused Mick was on everyone working together, I changed my attitude and matured a bit. . HB: Guy McKenna, Glen Jakovich, John Worsfold I was very conscious of that. I was more of an individual when I started. F: Ashley McIntosh, Peter Sumich, Dwayne Lamb Accede a lo mejor de Getty Images con nuestro sencillo plan de suscripcin. 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. 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. Dads death from cancer (in 1988) when I was 15 meant I quickly matured into a man. I first learned about keeping my feet and making second and third efforts when I played state schoolboys footy against Victoria. We had what Id call competitive arrogance. Including club matches, Teal Cup (national under-17 championships), trial matches and school footy, I played about 70 games two years in a row. Millions of high-quality images, video, and music options are waiting for you. Willie Rioli remains provisionally suspended as he awaits his hearing outcome. The four-time Eagles club champion said he doesnt think the provisionally suspended Rioli will be back in 2021 and urged the club to find a replacement fast. In the spirit of reconciliation the AFL acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. Im loose-jointed. There are so many avenues that we can direct people to, male or female. I doubt hes going to play any football in 2021 when the decision comes through. . [5] He finished with 71 goals for his debut season; becoming one of a handful of players in VFL/AFL history to kick 50 goals in both the senior competition and now defunct 'reserves' league within the same season. I broke that rule only a couple of times in 14 years. Jakovich was a prolific full forward and is notable for kicking 208 goals in his 54 Australian Football League matches, an average of 3.85 per game, for Melbourne and Footscray. There's a mark, if you overstep the mark, well . There were seasons where I was comfortable with my pace that was usually after Id done full pre-seasons and had no injuries. His memory motivated me to succeed at football and be a good person. [11] 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. He warmed to my preparation I was a bit rough around the edges, but he knew my effort was there. Glen Jakovich Height, Weight & Measurements At 49 years old, Glen Jakovich height is 1.93 m and Weight 100 kg. I found that the more sprints I did, the quicker and sharper I got. Allen Jakovich was the second of three sons for Darko and Mary Jakovich. The two-week Tour will see one of Australias most prestigious pieces of silverware travel to some of Western Australias most iconic destinations and visit local community football clubs based in regional and metropolitan areas. A 10-minute conversation can go a long way for someone who is struggling with mental health. "He's given an undertaking that he won't use my name in any sporting gag or whatever," Jakovich said yesterday. 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. 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. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today. He was notable for his duels with rival centre half-back forward, North Melbourne Football Clubs Wayne Carey. I played for WA at three different levels in the same season (1990). Jakovich said he was also annoyed because he did not ever treat anyone this way. My attitude was: Im going to run my arse off here to make them notice me. Except for Carey, they were all a lot older than me, but I held my own. I got dragged, then the siren went. 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. He wanted us to get a trade, get a job and be somebody. "I do a lot of corporate speaking and sometimes I make reference to players that I played with and jokes, but they're actually things that really happened. Boards are the best place to save images and video clips. Streamline your workflow with our best-in-class digital asset management system. We are delighted to support the 2021 Toyota AFL Premiership Cup Tour and look forward to seeing HiLux on the roads carrying the Cup throughout WA.. 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. I just think it's totally unprofessional that my name be defamed in that way continuously.". Jakovich later moved to South Australia and played in the South Australian National Football League (SANFL). This effort also earned Jakovich the distinction of being the fastest player to score his first fifty goals, taking only nine games to do so. (Photo by Jon Buckle/Getty Images). If I dont pass this medical, Ill be shattered. 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. 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. Steel Blue has now sold over 38,000 pairs of mens and womens Blue Boots, supporting over 6,250 contacts to reach the Beyond Blue Support Service and providing Aussies with 24/7 access to a trained mental health professional.