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PRE Phantom Draft 2013
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With the departure of Robin Nahas Richmond are now turning their focus to a classy small forward who will add a bit of the old x-factor to a predominantly workmanlike set-up in the front end of the ground. They had kept close tabs on the magical duo Impey & Kennedy-Harris but realised the Hampson trade would probably take these excitement machines off the table. Instead they have opted for the mercurial North Adelaide goal sneak Alex Spina.
Come in Spina, may be the catch cry for the throngs of Tiger supporters who have been starved of a 40 goal small forward for close to two decades. Has it really been that long? Well, Chris Naish was probably the last genuine crumbing opportunist who could reasonably lay claim to being A-grade dangerous around goals, others like Krakouer & Nahas never really delivered on a consistent basis, the former saving his best whilst playing for the team we shall not mention.
So could Spina reasonably lay claim to the elite tag that is afforded to the likes of Betts, Garlett & Walters? I tend to think in the affirmative. When sizing up Spina's potential one must bear in mind that he's suffered through an interrupted preseason and probably didn't get to truly showcase his array of party tricks at the u/18 carnival. Leading into the competition, there was intense talk around the traps that Spina was a Stevie J clone who was ready to sell more candy than a Cadbury's factory at Easter time, unfortunately it was only a half-glass effort which ultimately left many wondering if he was little more than a tease in a tiara.
Well I'm going into bat for Spindarella, because whilst he fell short on his promise of a first round dream weaver, I can still sense that the diamond studded shoe can be found somewhere nestled amongst some reserve grade Rooster poo. As a chick amongst the big birds, Spina has actually shown that his lean showing against the boys was simply a mild bout of H1N1, and that 20+ possession games with some magic in the mix aren't beyond the realms of possibility. Those at the AIS know what Spina is capable of because they have offered him a scholarship two years running, and despite the frequent interruptions, have continued to support him in his bid to reach peak fitness and deliver on the hype. At pick 68, it's nigh on impossible to not recognise the significant upside in a player like Alex Spina, so welcome aboard tiny dancer and let's hope that you'll be torpin' your way into the hearts of all Tiger fans.
Come in Spina, may be the catch cry for the throngs of Tiger supporters who have been starved of a 40 goal small forward for close to two decades. Has it really been that long? Well, Chris Naish was probably the last genuine crumbing opportunist who could reasonably lay claim to being A-grade dangerous around goals, others like Krakouer & Nahas never really delivered on a consistent basis, the former saving his best whilst playing for the team we shall not mention.
So could Spina reasonably lay claim to the elite tag that is afforded to the likes of Betts, Garlett & Walters? I tend to think in the affirmative. When sizing up Spina's potential one must bear in mind that he's suffered through an interrupted preseason and probably didn't get to truly showcase his array of party tricks at the u/18 carnival. Leading into the competition, there was intense talk around the traps that Spina was a Stevie J clone who was ready to sell more candy than a Cadbury's factory at Easter time, unfortunately it was only a half-glass effort which ultimately left many wondering if he was little more than a tease in a tiara.
Well I'm going into bat for Spindarella, because whilst he fell short on his promise of a first round dream weaver, I can still sense that the diamond studded shoe can be found somewhere nestled amongst some reserve grade Rooster poo. As a chick amongst the big birds, Spina has actually shown that his lean showing against the boys was simply a mild bout of H1N1, and that 20+ possession games with some magic in the mix aren't beyond the realms of possibility. Those at the AIS know what Spina is capable of because they have offered him a scholarship two years running, and despite the frequent interruptions, have continued to support him in his bid to reach peak fitness and deliver on the hype. At pick 68, it's nigh on impossible to not recognise the significant upside in a player like Alex Spina, so welcome aboard tiny dancer and let's hope that you'll be torpin' your way into the hearts of all Tiger fans.
Carlton with pick 69 select - Mav Weller
Former highly rated junior who has had two years in the AFL system.
Will add midfield depth as we romp to our 17th Flag. (1st untainted though)
Former highly rated junior who has had two years in the AFL system.
Will add midfield depth as we romp to our 17th Flag. (1st untainted though)
tigertim said:Spina was my next pick! This is frustrating stuff.
Indeed, one has to dig deep at this stage of the game.
Knighta for Freo..
BTW we got up to the mid 80s last year before it fizzed out. If you've had enough just pass.
BTW we got up to the mid 80s last year before it fizzed out. If you've had enough just pass.
Looks like people have had enough and no longer looking interested
I think if they have not selected by 3:00pm tomorrow they should get the following players as penalty
#73 Fremantle - Robin Nahas
#74 Hawthorn - Luke McGuyane
#75 Geelong - Tom Derickx
I think if they have not selected by 3:00pm tomorrow they should get the following players as penalty
#73 Fremantle - Robin Nahas
#74 Hawthorn - Luke McGuyane
#75 Geelong - Tom Derickx
A long term replacement for Michael Johnson. A tall athletic well built man already Aliir cans play kpd whilst also being an attacking weapon. I would suggest more of a rookie but as we are only doing a draft I think hd is someone freo would rejoice in drafting.
Looks like we are all out of steam.
If everyone agrees I reckon we pull the pin.
From here on most of the players taken will be rookie upgrades anyway I'd imagine and speculative players will be left to the rookie draft.
Consensus?
If everyone agrees I reckon we pull the pin.
From here on most of the players taken will be rookie upgrades anyway I'd imagine and speculative players will be left to the rookie draft.
Consensus?
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Sammy C said:
Just sit tight on them for a while Sammy til we get the overall sense of where others want to go with it. 8-
