REPLAY: Rostrevor v Sacred Heart, SA college football intercol | Messenger Shield
Cross-town rivals Rostrevor and Sacred Heart have squared off in their 97th football intercol. Watch the full match replay now and hear what Crows premiership captain Mark Bickley had to say as our expert commentator.
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Football talent runs in Max Michalanney’s blood.
The Rostrevor first XVIII player’s Dad, Jim Michalanney, is a Norwood great, who lined up in 211 SANFL games and won premierships in 1975, 1978, 1982 and 1984.
He also featured for the Red and Black’s college football team, graduating from the Woodforde-based school in 1972.
But one thing separates the father/son duo — Jim played most of his career as a key forward, while Max is a defender.
Both hope Rostrevor can down traditional rival Sacred Heart in Saturday’s 97th annual intercol clash.
“I can’t believe I have a son who plays in defence,” Jim joked.
“I’ve always had disdain for defenders.
“But I’m very pleased he’s enjoying his footy.
“As long as he’s enjoying it and contributing to the team, it’s always good.”
Jim will be cheering on Max as he takes to Rostrevor oval for the intercol, with Crows dual premiership star Mark Bickley commentating on The Advertiser’s stream.
“The family will go watch the intercol, it’s a big occasion for Max and also for Rostrevor,” Jim said.
“Let’s hope they can go really well.”
Max, who is also part of Norwood’s under-16 side, never saw his father in action.
Jim retired in 1986, but his son has watched some “old highlights” on YouTube.
He was keen to follow in his Dad’s footsteps, after playing backyard footy with him and brothers Tom, 18, and Jack, 14, growing up.
“Dad doesn’t really like talking about (his footy career) much, but you see people come up to him and say hello,” the Year 11 centre-half back said.
“He was a big, tall centre-half forward who could clunk marks.
“Most days we would go out there (the backyard) with Dad and kick the footy, he’d be teaching us how to play.
“When everyone feels like having a kick now, things can get pretty competitive.”
Max is hoping for intercol revenge, having lost last year’s clash with their cross-town foe.
“All the boys get around each other and we have a good culture,” Max, 16, said.
“It’s really motivating to get the win this year, especially for all the Year 12s.
“I feel like we owe it to everyone who’s coming out to watch to get the win.”
Rostrevor first XVIII coach James Allan said Max was a star in the making.
“He’s a defender that doesn’t get beaten,” Allan said.
“I wouldn’t be surprised if AFL clubs take notice next year.”
Max, meanwhile, has aspirations of playing for the Redlegs’ seniors and potentially being drafted by an AFL club.