hayden richardson No one’s talking about his character which I agree is dubious, but just his brilliance as a footballer. But I get your point, much is forgiven if you’re a sports star. He wasn’t too shit in 89 was he though?
I follow Hawthorn, saw Leigh Matthews, saw much of Carey’s career at North, as a hawk supporter loved Daicos, he was an absolute freak. But let me echo your sentiment - Let no one tell you any different - G Ablett Snr. The. Best. Footballer. Of. Last. 50. Years. (I didn’t see before that) - Absolutely no doubt.
Oh yeah, it didn't matter who you supported, Snr put bums in seats. As a youngster he was otherworldly to watch! Met the great man a few times in recent years, Legend.
Totally mate. I’m a Carlton supporter and a professional tennis coach but when asked who the greatest natural athlete I ever saw was....I will always say ablett. Watching him play was akin to a religious experience and I’m not even religious at all
Gary Ablett Sr was the greatest player I ever saw in 34 years of sports writing. Jr Ablett was terrific but a different type of player Can we please turn back time so I can watch the great Gary Ablett Sr for last time?
I'm putting together a detailed video on his entire career but still looking for early 84 matches in full. Could you help me? Happy to pay for any vision I currently do not have.
@MAN UTD popular because its one of the oldest sport around. Australia is the newest continent in the world. Even non talented kids can kick a ball off the ground. 2 yr old do it.
@MAN UTD lol soccer is so boring you guys became B grade actors on the field 🤣 Okay champ, view sport like a religion then. From a young age most dont choose what sport to follow much like religion. You are influenced what to follow from those closest to you.
in my opinion he is the greatest player i have ever had the privlege to watch and by some margin my greatest memory of all is when he used to visit the childrens ward at the hostpital and on this particular i was in there after having a severe astma attack i was only 7 and he came up to me i remember being so star struck and lost for words, my walls as a kid were full of gary ablett posters with no space to see any paint i just idolised him so much thank you you gary for playing for my beloved cats for 13 seasons and giving me inspiration and so many fond memories, absolute legend and his highlight reel will be watched for many years to come P.S Jnr goes pretty alright as well
Still the greatest. 8 goals (starting on a wing!) in the 1984 State of Origin V WA at Subiaco after just 9 league games. He was so 'unknown' the commentators called him 'Geoff' Ablett for the entire first half. State of Origin was considered the highest standard ever. Who else in history could do that?
He was magical that day. Watched that today,amazingly the WA commentary team call him Geoff Ablett all though the first half ! After half time they got it right. Brilliant game by the master.
Absolutely. A classic part of that match he takes a screamer, a huge grab, and then a few minutes later bombs a goal from 55 on the run and the commentator in his excitement says ‘he’s a great player this fella’... You could tell that they were like Christ who is this guy
And only played because Ted Whitten used to call the games on the locals radio down at Geelong and saw this freak of nature every week. He was a selector...
MANCHESTER UNITED ... the greatest sport on earth is Australian rules football ... it might take ... 3 ... 4 ... 500 + Years but it will eventually take over as the dominant sporting entertainment on this planet ... that’s a fact !
He is the best player I have ever seen on a football field with all the games that he's played and I watch replays on TH-cam he's an absolute Legend there is no one better
This man is the one that got me into VFL_ AFL football, great to see him having a view on the way the game is played today, so when a legend talks you sit up and take notice. Go Cat's.
I was fortunate to spend half a day with Gezza driving him in my cab! What a LEGEND ! He is very religious nowadays ! Thought me how to look after my digital privacy as well. He is in my heart !
@@tr1p1ea How about you stop defending a grub. Nothing was shown except he left a young woman to die in a hotel room. I am using my real name unlike you so the piece of garbage can sue me if he wants.
The most exciting player that anyone wanted to watch...why will he be regarded as the best ever in that generation (who witnessed him) mindset, because he did things no one even dreamed of doing, not even in their wildest imaginings. 3 things for me...1. Vertical leap onto Gary Perts shoulders, twisting and taking a left handed speccie. 2. Man handling mick Martin and casually taking, another one hander..3. (Personal fave, being Essendon fan).. borking 2 ess players, one being Michael long!,, and then kicking left foot drop punt from 50. Simply beyond.
Even in retirement, Gary Senior while obviously has had his share of tough times considering what has happened with him after retirement, it is nice to see him adding more to his highlight reel as he puts his views about Australian Football from today and how it has changed since he last played back in the 90s. It was nice to see him being proud of his boys after the 2007 Premiership and while Gary Senior was involved in 4 loosing Grand Finals when he played for Geelong, obviously the 1989 is better remembered for being the classic while the 1992 was a missed opportunity but it was West Coast Eagles' first premiership that was still a good game to watch on DVD. Though the 1994 and 1995 Grand Finals can only be enjoyed by the side who won as Geelong were absolutely thrashed in those games by 80s points against West Coast Eagles and 60 points against Carlton. But even then, just to make it to the Grand Final 4 times in your career is still a massive achievement and it was between those years of 1989 to 1996 I can still remember some classic games during the home and away season as well as during the Finals series especially the two finals in 1994 that will be edged in my memory forever. The Billy Brownless goal after the siren against Footscray Bulldogs (now called the Western Bulldogs since 1997) and the Gary Ablett goal after the siren against North Melbourne often refereed to as the Hand of God moment. Geelong had some great seasons between those years with Ablett senior and others on the team playing at their best. I don't agree with everything he has said in how the game is made better, but I do agree with the head protection aspect for the game considering the impact it has had on players back in his day who used to get really big knocks to the head such as Greg Williams who played for Geelong, Sydney and Carlton back in the 80s and 90s. The women playing AFL Football in the women's league is one positive I think is worth mentioning, but it will take some time before we can see some real entertainment as the scores are still low and the crowd still needs to support the women's league. I do agree that Football has changed for the worse in regards to we don't see any Full Forwards kick any 100 goals in a season which makes me wonder if anyone will do it again, and if so will the entire crowd be able to run onto the ground or are the risks of security going to ruin what was once so special in our Australian Football during the 70s, 80s and 90s.
TBoneTony Gary was my hero growing up, we would switch ends ever quarter when watching Geelong and I still today have many of the things he signed for me as a kid. But......... As an adult and a Dad, I cannot get over his role in the death of Alisha Horan. A 40 yr old grub that seduced a 20 yr old girl, feed her pinga’s and speed on a 5 day bender that ended with her overdosing on the heroin he supplied . After calling 000 he took off before the ambulance arrived. Leaving another man’s little princess dead and alone. All the football highlights in the world will ever make up for the role he played and lack of remorse he has shown regarding the death of Alisha Horan. He still has not apologized to her family.
The difference between him and Carey...Carey could do anything that was possible while Gaz repeatedly did the impossible. In the immortal words of Dennis Commetti, 'that's not a mark, that's a party trick!'
And still didn't win and to be such a god his prayers not get the Cats the premiership in 1989 and 2020, Dustin Martin I don't think he is religious and he on target on being best ever and his dad not god like or a god lover. I say Gaz Snr turned in god lover around time his actions hepledv killed a young woman in awe of him like so many from his feats in the AFL, me included. But as as a person his not so good obviously and his son was passed on his dad's AFL skills and genius and his son made use of these to become a greater player than his father and greater person ( obviously not too hard to achieve as turned out).
@@POLITICALYCORRECTify until it's found than Jnr is a full of crap lunatic of a person Snr is , JNR is a better person and AFL player than his dad, Gaz Snr obviously dabbles in the drugs still
The best player to of ever played the game without a doubt. GOAT I wasn't old enough to see Snr play at his peak, but only Carey, Lethal or Plugger were the onluy ones to get closest jnr, Swann, Judd, Voss, Buddy (although he is the most athletic player i have ever seen) dont even come close
Greatest ever Geelong player, also used to scare the bjesus out of some Geelong girls of the night whenever his old 4wd regularly turned up in the parking lot.
Michael Jordan, Viv Richards, Mike Tyson, Tiger Woods, Babe Ruth, Messi and Gary Ablett. I’m an Eagles supporter, don’t argue with me who the greatest VFL/AFL football was.....Gary Ablett>>>>>>fresh air>>>>>>who ever you like.
@@purebloodsunite7489 hahahaha. There is not even a mention of 'The Wheel' let alone DNA in the Bible. I bet you dont eat fish on Fridays or pork! Bless you!
Awesome Garry , you look fabulous , you must be so proud of young Gary , he is one of my favourites, All the years seeing you after the game, waiting with your mum Coleen & Dad Alf trying to keep supporters at bay while you had a quite chat to them . Yhen you had to go somewhere else to get some peace . We want to thank you for all the great years you gave us .,you are so blessed with talent . Love your family, i am a friend of Janice`s , what amazing job she is doing with ICEMELTDOWN Project =Everyone check it out -Helping so many people getting off drugs. i had her speak at my Neighbourhood Watch Greater Dandenong forum this year , so impressed ..
I wonder how many AFL fans with a negative stance on AFLW would change their minds after hearing one of the all time greats being completely supportive of it
I agree, any kick going from outside the ark back into the ark? play on. We might have to cap it at 3 handballs per play less it becomes a game of netball, & yes i also agree.. this man's footy skills were out of this world..like from God...ye..that's it! from God
I also find it very troubling the admiration that is heaped on Gary Ablett Snr. The parents of the Alisha Horan must cringe everytime his name is mentioned .
Don't let anyone tell you anything different........this man was by far the greatest player to play the game.....
Yah also giving drugs to woman who overdosed was shit in gf games
hayden richardson No one’s talking about his character which I agree is dubious, but just his brilliance as a footballer. But I get your point, much is forgiven if you’re a sports star. He wasn’t too shit in 89 was he though?
I follow Hawthorn, saw Leigh Matthews, saw much of Carey’s career at North, as a hawk supporter loved Daicos, he was an absolute freak. But let me echo your sentiment - Let no one tell you any different - G Ablett Snr. The. Best. Footballer. Of. Last. 50. Years. (I didn’t see before that) - Absolutely no doubt.
Yep most talented football ever. Only player who could be as good in terms of winning game is Lockett
POLITICALYCORRECTify or CAREY
It's difficult to put into words just how good this footballer really was. One of the true greats to have ever played the game.
I have heard other afl players travelled down the highway just to watch him play.
Oh yeah, it didn't matter who you supported, Snr put bums in seats. As a youngster he was otherworldly to watch! Met the great man a few times in recent years, Legend.
GUN. The best that I have seen.
Totally mate. I’m a Carlton supporter and a professional tennis coach but when asked who the greatest natural athlete I ever saw was....I will always say ablett. Watching him play was akin to a religious experience and I’m not even religious at all
Well they did use the word God.
As a Carlton supporter Ablett is by far the best player i have ever seen.
Gary Ablett Sr was the greatest player I ever saw in 34 years of sports writing.
Jr Ablett was terrific but a different type of player
Can we please turn back time so I can watch the great Gary Ablett Sr for last time?
I'm putting together a detailed video on his entire career but still looking for early 84 matches in full. Could you help me? Happy to pay for any vision I currently do not have.
Good to see him looking well
@MAN UTD popular because its one of the oldest sport around. Australia is the newest continent in the world. Even non talented kids can kick a ball off the ground. 2 yr old do it.
@MAN UTD lol soccer is so boring you guys became B grade actors on the field 🤣
Okay champ, view sport like a religion then. From a young age most dont choose what sport to follow much like religion. You are influenced what to follow from those closest to you.
@M martial and Maguire do it so im sure anyone can
@M your delusional son
@M Soccer: beloved by lady boys the world over...
Great too see him come threw his lows and peoples judgment of him a true champion on all levels
Best player to watch , and best player to have ever graced the field. Luke from Adelaide
it great to see a happy Gary Ablett snr
Greatest player l ever saw
3:27 a side of Ablett Snr I have never had the privilege to witness. Great to see he has a good life now with his family and past behind him.
The reason i played the game. The best player i have ever seen, for sheer ability and skill he is unrivalled in my opinion.
Jaye Boss yep. For talent and natural ability...the best. And by a long long way.
Amazed me time and time again. The greatest.
Thank you Gary, you are a legend we never get to see or hear from, and we crave to see you again.
in my opinion he is the greatest player i have ever had the privlege to watch and by some margin my greatest memory of all is when he used to visit the childrens ward at the hostpital and on this particular i was in there after having a severe astma attack i was only 7 and he came up to me i remember being so star struck and lost for words, my walls as a kid were full of gary ablett posters with no space to see any paint i just idolised him so much thank you you gary for playing for my beloved cats for 13 seasons and giving me inspiration and so many fond memories, absolute legend and his highlight reel will be watched for many years to come P.S Jnr goes pretty alright as well
Still the greatest. 8 goals (starting on a wing!) in the 1984 State of Origin V WA at Subiaco after just 9 league games. He was so 'unknown' the commentators called him 'Geoff' Ablett for the entire first half. State of Origin was considered the highest standard ever. Who else in history could do that?
He was magical that day.
Watched that today,amazingly the WA commentary team call him Geoff Ablett all though the first half !
After half time they got it right.
Brilliant game by the master.
Absolutely. A classic part of that match he takes a screamer, a huge grab, and then a few minutes later bombs a goal from 55 on the run and the commentator in his excitement says ‘he’s a great player this fella’...
You could tell that they were like Christ who is this guy
If you re-watch that game you'll see that he could have kicked 12. He had another 4 opportunities.
Only God!
And only played because Ted Whitten used to call the games on the locals radio down at Geelong and saw this freak of nature every week. He was a selector...
Good to see Gary Snr now days. Viv Richards of Aussie Rules.
Great analogy there.
MANCHESTER UNITED ... the greatest sport on earth is Australian rules football ... it might take ... 3 ... 4 ... 500 + Years but it will eventually take over as the dominant sporting entertainment on this planet ... that’s a fact !
@M Soccer: beloved by lady boys the world over...
@M Soccer: beloved by lady boys the world over...
What an awesome man and dad.
Legend in many ways and The most exciting Footballer Ever
My favourite player growing up. Still have his badge on my cats scarf. Great to see him looking well.
Seeing this just made my day 👍
He is the best player I have ever seen on a football field with all the games that he's played and I watch replays on TH-cam he's an absolute Legend there is no one better
This man is the one that got me into VFL_ AFL football, great to see him having a view on the way the game is played today, so when a legend talks you sit up and take notice. Go Cat's.
Absolute LEGEND !!!
I was fortunate to spend half a day with Gezza driving him in my cab! What a LEGEND ! He is very religious nowadays ! Thought me how to look after my digital privacy as well. He is in my heart !
The young woman he left to die in the hotel room would be so proud. A complete grub.
@@paulmatters2641 but he was a great footballer...forget about the rest! haha.
@@paulmatters2641 whilst very unfortunate that was shown to not be Gary's fault. So how about you let it go.
@@tr1p1ea How about you stop defending a grub. Nothing was shown except he left a young woman to die in a hotel room. I am using my real name unlike you so the piece of garbage can sue me if he wants.
What a player Gazza was . Whether or not you think Ablett's the G.O.A.T , there's never been a player with more natural ability .
His son.
Nah
Gary Ablett A Champion as is His son Gary Jnr best Father Son in the history of the game 💪
Absolutely mate, no other father son comes close
He was my favourite player when i was growing up. These days i go my South Australian teams, but in the 90s he was the best
To me, this man and his son are the two greatest to ever play the game.
Possibly, I'd have jnr as third just behind Tony Lockett but not by much
The most exciting player that anyone wanted to watch...why will he be regarded as the best ever in that generation (who witnessed him) mindset, because he did things no one even dreamed of doing, not even in their wildest imaginings. 3 things for me...1. Vertical leap onto Gary Perts shoulders, twisting and taking a left handed speccie. 2. Man handling mick Martin and casually taking, another one hander..3. (Personal fave, being Essendon fan).. borking 2 ess players, one being Michael long!,, and then kicking left foot drop punt from 50.
Simply beyond.
What a gentleman he seems to be
So humble you are Garza.
From a Swans supporter.
This man kicked 98 goals against Richmond in 11 games at one stage. GOD
@J G Soccer: beloved by lady boys the world over...
Nothing more nothing less than a football legend
Legend
Even in retirement, Gary Senior while obviously has had his share of tough times considering what has happened with him after retirement, it is nice to see him adding more to his highlight reel as he puts his views about Australian Football from today and how it has changed since he last played back in the 90s.
It was nice to see him being proud of his boys after the 2007 Premiership and while Gary Senior was involved in 4 loosing Grand Finals when he played for Geelong, obviously the 1989 is better remembered for being the classic while the 1992 was a missed opportunity but it was West Coast Eagles' first premiership that was still a good game to watch on DVD. Though the 1994 and 1995 Grand Finals can only be enjoyed by the side who won as Geelong were absolutely thrashed in those games by 80s points against West Coast Eagles and 60 points against Carlton.
But even then, just to make it to the Grand Final 4 times in your career is still a massive achievement and it was between those years of 1989 to 1996 I can still remember some classic games during the home and away season as well as during the Finals series especially the two finals in 1994 that will be edged in my memory forever. The Billy Brownless goal after the siren against Footscray Bulldogs (now called the Western Bulldogs since 1997) and the Gary Ablett goal after the siren against North Melbourne often refereed to as the Hand of God moment.
Geelong had some great seasons between those years with Ablett senior and others on the team playing at their best.
I don't agree with everything he has said in how the game is made better, but I do agree with the head protection aspect for the game considering the impact it has had on players back in his day who used to get really big knocks to the head such as Greg Williams who played for Geelong, Sydney and Carlton back in the 80s and 90s.
The women playing AFL Football in the women's league is one positive I think is worth mentioning, but it will take some time before we can see some real entertainment as the scores are still low and the crowd still needs to support the women's league.
I do agree that Football has changed for the worse in regards to we don't see any Full Forwards kick any 100 goals in a season which makes me wonder if anyone will do it again, and if so will the entire crowd be able to run onto the ground or are the risks of security going to ruin what was once so special in our Australian Football during the 70s, 80s and 90s.
TBoneTony Gary was my hero growing up, we would switch ends ever quarter when watching Geelong and I still today have many of the things he signed for me as a kid.
But.........
As an adult and a Dad, I cannot get over his role in the death of Alisha Horan.
A 40 yr old grub that seduced a 20 yr old girl, feed her pinga’s and speed on a 5 day bender that ended with her overdosing on the heroin he supplied .
After calling 000 he took off before the ambulance arrived.
Leaving another man’s little princess dead and alone.
All the football highlights in the world will ever make up for the role he played and lack of remorse he has shown regarding the death of Alisha Horan.
He still has not apologized to her family.
gablett555 sounds like a party
Steve Legend n
The great man!
The best player ever! Skilful, so strong, great reader of the ball and now so articulate and wonderful rounded man.
The difference between him and Carey...Carey could do anything that was possible while Gaz repeatedly did the impossible. In the immortal words of Dennis Commetti, 'that's not a mark, that's a party trick!'
Gary Ablett 9 Goals in the 1989 Grand Final
And still didn't win and to be such a god his prayers not get the Cats the premiership in 1989 and 2020, Dustin Martin I don't think he is religious and he on target on being best ever and his dad not god like or a god lover. I say Gaz Snr turned in god lover around time his actions hepledv killed a young woman in awe of him like so many from his feats in the AFL, me included. But as as a person his not so good obviously and his son was passed on his dad's AFL skills and genius and his son made use of these to become a greater player than his father and greater person ( obviously not too hard to achieve as turned out).
@@johnhines1336 jnr is not greater than snr. He is amazing though. I have them both in top 3 all time with Tony Lockett imo
@@POLITICALYCORRECTify until it's found than Jnr is a full of crap lunatic of a person Snr is , JNR is a better person and AFL player than his dad, Gaz Snr obviously dabbles in the drugs still
LEGEND OF AUSSIE RULES FOOTY
The Best!
Definitely the best 👌😍😍😍🇦🇺❤️❤️❤️
Wow! I don't know If i have ever heard him talk before.
Still got my 1000 goals poster. Wish I could catch him and get him to sign it.
He lives not far from my Sister
amazing
What is the background music?
The best player to of ever played the game without a doubt. GOAT
I wasn't old enough to see Snr play at his peak, but only Carey, Lethal or Plugger were the onluy ones to get closest
jnr, Swann, Judd, Voss, Buddy (although he is the most athletic player i have ever seen) dont even come close
Greatest ever Geelong player, also used to scare the bjesus out of some Geelong girls of the night whenever his old 4wd regularly turned up in the parking lot.
I wanted to hear more
The greatest
if you had ur pick of one player, peak form to win you game. give me gazza over ANYONE EVER
Imagine a team with Ablett SNR and dusty Martin in it probably unbeatable
Michael Jordan, Viv Richards, Mike Tyson, Tiger Woods, Babe Ruth, Messi and Gary Ablett. I’m an Eagles supporter, don’t argue with me who the greatest VFL/AFL football was.....Gary Ablett>>>>>>fresh air>>>>>>who ever you like.
Who cares, Shane Warne, Mike Tyson, Who cares, Who cares, Cristiano Ronaldo, Gary Ablett.
One of the greatest players of our sport ever ... and an absolute loon of a human-being!
Loon because he was right about the covid scam from before it started? Bet he's not worried about SADS or myocarditis right now.
@@purebloodsunite7489 hahahahaha!!!! Go read Genisis and get back to me!
@@chrisferguson237 Yeah I did, that's why I say no to gene therapy and veganism.
@@purebloodsunite7489 bless you my child.
@@purebloodsunite7489 hahahaha. There is not even a mention of 'The Wheel' let alone DNA in the Bible. I bet you dont eat fish on Fridays or pork! Bless you!
Is there a full interview? 20 years of silence and only a 3 minute interview :/ bit stiff
I liked gary senior
Awesome Garry , you look fabulous , you must be so proud of young Gary , he is one of my favourites, All the years seeing you after the game, waiting with your mum Coleen & Dad Alf trying to keep supporters at bay while you had a quite chat to them . Yhen you had to go somewhere else to get some peace . We want to thank you for all the great years you gave us .,you are so blessed with talent . Love your family, i am a friend of Janice`s , what amazing job she is doing with ICEMELTDOWN Project =Everyone check it out -Helping so many people getting off drugs. i had her speak at my Neighbourhood Watch Greater Dandenong forum this year , so impressed ..
He looks younger now
The best ever. Easy
G O D
I wonder how many AFL fans with a negative stance on AFLW would change their minds after hearing one of the all time greats being completely supportive of it
Best footballer ive seen. Anyone know why he went real religious? Born again.
I agree, any kick going from outside the ark back into the ark? play on. We might have to cap it at 3 handballs per play less it becomes a game of netball, & yes i also agree.. this man's footy skills were out of this world..like from God...ye..that's it! from God
1:11
No Gary. They kick it to no one or out on the full.
🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐👍
Gary was amazing but frankly, Buddy was as good and also his own son. It's all subjective.
Looks weird not seeing him without a moe.
I’d just love to say g’day and shake his hand.
Leg.
One day I watcing him on T.V. and he 3 beat oppositio plaers within 1 second.
Yes ! BUT ! Gary do you really think footy is better today ? Womens footy is great ? Be honest !
One of the Greatest...what a joke. Easily the best. Matthews was a junk yard dog compared to Ablett and well ahead of Carey.
Hope he’s clear of the Columbian Marching Powder nor.
Carey is the GOAT but he is the most talented
Dont be silly. Hes not even close to Ablett. No one ever has or ever will. Please talk sense. Dont be bias.
A grub. Left a woman to die.
Rest in peace Alisha Horan. Mesmerised by the great player but never lived long enough have her own family.
What a sad sad game this sport I once loved has become. Horrible to watch.
Why isn't this grub in jail?
It's none of your business
I also find it very troubling the admiration that is heaped on Gary Ablett Snr. The parents of the Alisha Horan must cringe everytime his name is mentioned .
No one forced the girl to take drugs!🤨
I’m confused here. What are you talking about? 🤔
Probably the most overrated player ever
Any hack could kick goals in those days
Ha