>> WANT TO SEE THE CUP? In 2008, he was inducted into the Australian Football Hall of Fame and the West Australian Football Hall of Fame. It was a big game pretty much whenever we played on each other because we dominated the early 90s and the Kangaroos dominated the late 90s and both sides played finals throughout the whole decade. I thought: What Im going through is nothing. Im sure it was the reason a fairly big bloke like myself (193cm/100kg) had a reasonably small turning circle and could twist and turn suddenly at speed. (was) the feedback was coming through my children's school. I realised: Im not playing for South Coogee under-16s any more; Im playing for the West Coast Eagles in the AFL. 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. 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. There was no such thing as too much footy where I was concerned. "We're still mates and there are no dramas. "I seek Trevor Nisbett's advice because I've known Trevor for so many years and he's a great mentor for me and he basically said 'You need to put a stop to it'. 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. Glen Darren Jakovich Nickname(s) Jacko Date of birth (1973-03-24) 24 March 1973(age 49) Original team(s) South Fremantle Height 193 cm (6 ft 4 in) Weight 100 kg (220 lb) Position(s) Centre half-back Playing career1 Years Club Games (Goals) 1991-2004 West Coast 276 (60) Representative team honours Years Team Games (Goals) 1990-1998 Western Australia 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. I did an extra 30 to 40 minutes after each session. El diseo de Getty Images es una marca comercial de Getty Images. 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. In Round4 of the 1985 Season for the Colts, Allen kicked 10 goals against Subiaco.[3]. My rehab was so precise. Picture: AFL Photos, OFF THE MARKET: Star free agent re-signs with Crows. 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. The estimated amount includes all his properties, stocks, and other luxury products including a private jet and a yacht. But he confirmed that one was Barich quoting Jakovich as saying "It's not rocket surgery", instead of "It's not rocket science". In 1992 Jakovich, still in his teens, settled into the back half and the number 27 guernsey, playing 24 games for the year and finishing third in the club champion award. He was an integral part of the rebound from defence that saw the side win its historic first premiership. During their career, the two brothers lined up against each other on more than one occasion. 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. West Coasts scoring has slipped When they won the competition it was fifth - last year it was seventh. Enter some basic details to contact stars. All I had to do was put the ball in front of Andrew because he had so much space in front of him. He really made me earn my spot in the team, too. 4x West Coast Club Champion (1993, 1994, 1995, 2000), Australian Football Hall of Fame (inductee 2008). Supported by Glen Jakovich, with many thanks to Ultimate Promotions. "It's just old jokes that have been going around footy circles for a hundred years, anyway we did sort it out. 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. Ever the showman, Jako kicked 3 goals in the win over the Swans and bowed out to a huge ovation. I wrote that I wanted to win the championships, captain the All-Australian side, etc. He eyeballed me and said: If youre not going to play my way, you can pack your bags because you wont get a game in this side! I thought: Ill never play with the Eagles again. [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. Picture: AFL Photos, Glen Jakovich and Karl Langdon celebrate with the premiership cup after winning the 1992 Toyota AFL Grand Final. Glen Jakovich of the Eagles holds up the Premiership Cup in the rooms after winning the 1992 AFL Grand Final between the West Coast Eagles and the Geelong Cats at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. I played for WA at three different levels in the same season (1990). USER IS NOT PERMITTED TO DOWNLOAD OR USE IMAGE WITHOUT PRIOR APPROVAL. But being young and naive, I knew I was going to cop a spray, so I thought: Ill confront him head-on. My coaches got a bit worried about it at one point, so they got me out of the gym. When the surgeon said: Youre going to miss 12 months, it was like someone had ripped my heart out. I made a rule not to drink between New Years Eve and the end of the footy season. Thats where the attention to detail came in. 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. #1. "And they're quite derogatory. Just before half-time, I marked at half-back and saw Andrew Lockyer running off Jason Dunstall. Millions of high-quality images, video, and music options are waiting for you. (Coach) Stan Magro said: Come along Wednesday night. Four best and fairests in a perennial finals side and a host of sterling performances against Wayne Carey spoke volumes for his importance to the Eagles success. Millions of high-quality images, video, and music options await you. North Melbournes structure and game plan suited me. Wed do it before or after training. 2023 Getty Images. It was a terrible thing but being thrown into the deep end set a fantastic base for me. But the doc said: Thats actually a good thing. These legends will be sure to share. I felt almost indestructible, but then I did my right knee (against St Kilda at Subiaco in round 12, 1996). "I remember seeing guys . If you cant play finals footy, youre not worth a cold pie to me. That was Micks introduction to me in my first player-coach meeting. Distinguish yourself from the pack. 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. Two finals against Carey really stand out because both times hed been in great form leading into those games. EAGLES legend Glen Jakovich has threatened former teammate Adrian Barich with legal action for defamation. F: Ashley McIntosh, Peter Sumich, Dwayne Lamb Access the best of Getty Images with our simple subscription plan. Then the Duck (Carey) touched me up big time (kicking 5.1 from 18 kicks and 11 marks). Allen Jakovich was the second of three sons for Darko and Mary Jakovich. West Coast 1991-2004: 276 games, 60 goals. Allen followed his older brother Garry (3 Senior Games in 1984)[2] and began his senior career with South Fremantle in the West Australian Football League. I was playing on blokes like Stephen Kernahan, Stewie Loewe, Barry Stoneham and Wayne Carey at the age of 19 or 20. He said 'I'd write him a letter'. I got dragged, then the siren went. Early in 2004 Jakovich, now aged 31, somewhat surprisingly pulled the pin, announcing his decision shortly before his final game against Sydney. 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. They were looking at me and a few others. I found that the more sprints I did, the quicker and sharper I got. Eagles forwards Oscar Allen (left) and Jamie Cripps after the 2020 elimination final loss to Collingwood. . Wayne Carey tears apart Glen Jakovich then Ashley McIntosh. Jakovich grew up in Western Australia and has also played football with clubs in the Northern Territory, South Australia and Victoria. [4] With over 250 games under his belt, Glen Jakovich has become one of West Coasts greatest of all time players. My attitude was: Im going to run my arse off here to make them notice me. But I wasnt the only player who let himself down because Hawthorn beat us (by 23 points). Thats why Mick needed so much convincing to draft me in the first place. EAGLES legend Glen Jakovich has threatened former teammate Adrian Barich with legal action for defamation. Allen Jakovich Net Worth. He and his younger brother, Glen Jakovich, both began their AFL careers in the 1990 AFL Draft. Absolute gentleman and all-round good bloke. "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. Organise, control, distribute, and measure all of your digital content. [6][7], Over the past three years at Melbourne he balanced some mercurial performances with fitness problems and indifferent form. SCROLL DOWN FOR DATES, TIMES, EXACT LOCATIONS. 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.. Together, lets Boot the Blues. On Mondays, in front of the whole squad of 52, Mick would show video footage of blokes staying on the ground for three or four seconds. I knew that if I did anything outside those things, hed disapprove. I dont drink, I dont smoke, I dont take drugs; Ive always done everything to the letter. The Eagles had two zone picks of WA players aged between 16 and 19. I lacked pace, but I worked hard on gaining an extra yard. HF: Chris Mainwaring, Karl Langdon, Chris Lewis I set a lot of individual goals because I knew that if I achieved them, it would benefit the team. by Ben Collins. Aprovecha la escala global, la informacin basada en datos y la red de ms de 340.000 creadores de Getty Images para crear contenido exclusivamente para tu marca. Jakovich said he was also annoyed because he did not ever treat anyone this way. I couldnt have done that so early without the volume of footy Id played, and without my natural physique. Footy was my outlet and I was in my first pre-season with South Fremantle. 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. My concern for them in the forward line is they just need another Liam Ryan and thats Willie Rioli, he said. They are a contender and theyll be right up there.. He shared of his playing days and the struggles of players not being able to speak up. 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. Most players cop that at least once in their careers, and thats where self-belief is important. Brian convinced Allen to join Southern Districts for the 1988/1989 season. Mick got the best out of me, but Wayne got the super-best out of me. Credit: GSP Images / AFL Photos/GSP. Dad (Darko) migrated from the former Yugoslavia, now Croatia, with only the clothes on his back and became a market gardener in the South Fremantle district. 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. Instead of going out with mates, my entertainment was pre-season training in 38-degree heat. I was against doing anything that jeopardised my footy. It was a reality check I needed. I led all the way, but was overtaken and finished second, which I was really annoyed about. He is a member of famous Player with the age 49 years old group. 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). It was this performance that drew the attention of Melbourne Football Club talent scouts.[4]. He said: Are you switched on? I said: Bloody oath. Speaking to Ben Collins, Glen Jakovich reflects on a great career. The Slattery Media Group 2008, Have seen Jak around Perth a few times over the years. In the end, Mick said: Youre the best prepared every time we go into battle. After undergoing a knee reconstruction in 1996 he was unable to recapture his superlative form of the previous three years. His mobility and agility for his size was freakish, perhaps unprecedented, in Australian Football. >> Toyota Australia is giving away tickets to the 2021 Toyota AFL Grand Final. He was big on his players never going to ground because, if youre on all fours, youre no good to the side. Dad instilled in me discipline, manners, patience, honesty and respect. It took two years to fully regain my agility and the ability to twist and turn, but I still played two or three of my top 10 games when I came back in 97. He left me until last. Organize, control, distribute and measure all of your digital content. Int: Ryan Turnbull, Drew Banfield, Chris Waterman A 10-minute conversation can go a long way for someone who is struggling with mental health. "The ball's in Adrian's court. For a chance to win, head to a Premiership . 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. I felt almost invincible for a few years in the mid-90s, as Im sure some of my teammates did. Jimmy won the Brownlow that year and the concern was we didnt have anyone who could run with him. I was lucky to have been born with a big-boned European body that was very resilient. C: Peter Matera, Don Pyke, Chris Mainwaring Glen Jakovich has questioned the commitment of the AFLW All-Australian panel. The Jakovich brothers were both extraordinary in their own way, and Glen says he had to stop himself belting Allen on this memorable occasion.