Monday, June 12, 2006

absolute brilliance

This was in the paper, Thursday June 8 - Letters to the Editor.
Sooo..apologies to Kim Treffone of Geraldton for posting your work, but on the off chance you come across it - you are a genius.

OBE AND THE EAGLES

Dear Mr. Worsfold,
As you are aware, significant changes are planned for the 2007 football season. We at the AFL feel the current system, which has been in place for more than 100 years, is antiquated and in need of a radical overhaul to bring it into line with the 21st century.
The current system is based on a league ladder which is a narrow numerical indicator linked to a series of weekly tests. We believe a more holistic approach is required using a range of rich and deep tasks delivered in a variety of contexts.
The changes are as follows. First, the scoreboard will be removed. Goal umpires will become facilitators working with individuals or small groups to progress players along a continuum of success. Field umpires will oversee the process and allocate resources equitably to ensure inclusivity.
Players will no longer have to demonstrate competency in a range of skills but simply demonstrate an understanding of the skill in a range of contexts. For example, Quinten Lynch will no longer need to kick hte goal but can demonstrate an understanding of the process through a rap song, a power-point presentation or a skit with his teammates.
You may have heard some recent criticism of these proposals, particularly from the more senior coaches Sheedy and Malthouse. However, as Commissioner Carpenter pointed out, when was hte last time those two played AFL footy? Furthermore, Commissioner Ripper stated that if the boys didn't want to toe the line there were plenty of vacancies in under-14s.
I am confident that you will embrace these initiatives (because they will be imposed regardless) even though much of the detail is still yet to be finalised (despite our promises). I look forward to meeting you again in next year's end of season Celebration of Success (formerly the Grand Final) where the five or six teams that demonstrated significant progress and acheivement throughout the year will hold the premiership cup aloft.
Regards,
Commissioner Ravlich.
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Brilliance, right? How awesome is this Kim Treffone person?

Argghhhh OBE...

2 comments:

Anonymous said...

Haha, I love mr. treffone! I am from gero and actually know him personally! I hope he has the chance to know his work is published online and congradulated!

Emily said...

Awesome!! And Mr. Anonymous...who are you???? Show yourself!!