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PRE Phantom Draft 2013
- Thread starter Tigers of Old
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No surprises that Luke McDonald (F/S) is the Roos next pick. tigertim can give us a rundown of his abilities when he gets a chance.
Brissie with Melbourne next up.
Brissie with Melbourne next up.
If it gets to pick 13 tonight it will have to wait for the morning!
Early start for me - will have access to a computer.
Goodnight all.
Early start for me - will have access to a computer.
Goodnight all.
This Is Anfield said:If it gets to pick 13 tonight it will have to wait for the morning!
Early start for me - will have access to a computer.
Goodnight all.
Didn't I mention this thing goes all night? ;D
Enjoy your beauty sleep.
Pick 9 - Melbourne
After again cursing the idiot who thought it was a good idea to give away pick 2, Melbourne select:
Ben Lennon
Half forward / big bodied mid.
It was a tough choice as there were a number of quality players available all with different strengths. But Lennon brings the one quality that will always survive in footy. An elite booming kick on both sides.
The dees need polish and that is what Lennon brings.
Welcome to hell Ben!!
After again cursing the idiot who thought it was a good idea to give away pick 2, Melbourne select:
Ben Lennon
Half forward / big bodied mid.
It was a tough choice as there were a number of quality players available all with different strengths. But Lennon brings the one quality that will always survive in footy. An elite booming kick on both sides.
The dees need polish and that is what Lennon brings.
Welcome to hell Ben!!
Sorry, the North Melbourne recruiting officer was busy at the One Direction concert looking for talent. Anyway we,d like to welcome Luke McDonald to the Kangaroos. We feel Luke will more than capably become an A grade midfielder in the Luke Hodge mould. His stint playing for Werribbe showed he is a ready made AFL player and we expect him to be a regular with North Melbourne in 2014. His foot skills are something to behold!Tigers of Old said:
Plus, his dad said he,d leave the club if we didn't pick Lukey.
The Eagles are in a quandary. Thei preferred pick at this spot in Sheed is gone, and why are stuck with the choice between a top line talent in Bontempelli and a need filler in Freeman who has the pace the Eagles so badly need.
In the end, they go with the talent and select
MARCUS BONTEMPELLI
192cm, 83kg
Northern Knights
Nick Dal Santo's cousin who was thrown into the midfield late this season and dominated clearances. Raking left footer with great vision and athleticism, like Scott Pendlebury. Time stops around him.
Pace was a key requirement at this spot, and while Bontempelli is not slow, it is not a strong point. However, his decision making is special, and like a number of the best players in the league, it is the ability to compensate for lack of pace with top line decision making that decides this pick. And with his endurance in the elite category, that is a tremendous asset for playing at Subi.
As a side note, if Bontempelli slides this far, I'll be amazed.
In the end, they go with the talent and select
MARCUS BONTEMPELLI
192cm, 83kg
Northern Knights
Nick Dal Santo's cousin who was thrown into the midfield late this season and dominated clearances. Raking left footer with great vision and athleticism, like Scott Pendlebury. Time stops around him.
Pace was a key requirement at this spot, and while Bontempelli is not slow, it is not a strong point. However, his decision making is special, and like a number of the best players in the league, it is the ability to compensate for lack of pace with top line decision making that decides this pick. And with his endurance in the elite category, that is a tremendous asset for playing at Subi.
As a side note, if Bontempelli slides this far, I'll be amazed.
Richmond select Lewis Taylor, the best pure rover in the draft pool and a player who should play very early in 2014. Here's my profile from earlier in the month.
Lewis Taylor
Lewis Taylor is as genuine a rover as you’re likely to see in this year’s draft class. He’s short and stocky and has the zippiness of a Dale Weightman in his hey-day. This largely comes down to his terrific burst of speed from a stationary position. Taylor is the guy who will suddenly emerge from an ugly scrum and dart away, usually with an intention to bounce his way down the field and into forward 50. He might be pint sized but he’s also strong and agile, and is genuinely dual-sided making him a very dangerous proposition around goals. Many including Taylor himself, liken his game style to Boomer Harvey, and I certainly have to agree on that front.
When analyzing Taylor’s skill set, it’s important to judge him from what a 173cm can feasibly accomplish, and not what he may deliver if he was 2 inches taller. It’s clear that smalls often get the cold shoulder but there’s still a role at AFL level if you’re good enough. Luke Dahlhaus, Dion Prestia, Devon Smith, Nathan Hrovat & Ben Kennedy all made an impression in their first year and I would rank Taylor ahead of all those with the possible exception of Prestia.
Taylor’s main strengths lie in his tenacious desire to win contested possession and win clearances in heavy congestion. He does it with so much regularity that it would seem a given that he could take this game to the next level. He was the TAC player of the year on the back of 7 games of 30+ disposals, and he backed that up at the u/18’s carnival with AA honours and a 24 possession average. His disposal efficiency playing for Vic Country was exceptional coming in at 78% and his kicking efficiency throughout the season has remained in the high 60’s.
Looking at potential scoreboard pressure, I think Taylor could excel in the role of forward pocket and crumbing rover. His 2013 numbers were a little down from the previous year but this was in part, due to fulfilling his duties further up the ground. Despite this, all the attributes are there for him to become a viable goal kicker. He produced a ripping dribbling goal at the carnival and in 2012 averaged over a goal a match at TAC level. Coaches looking to blood him in 2014 would recognize his strong ability to mop up from spillages and fire from both pins. His ability to apply defensive pressure may be a work in progress but he still averages 2 tackles a game and has shown he can produce big performances such as his 7 tackle game against Oakleigh Charges.
Despite his excellent kicking credentials, Taylor could still improve his decision-making when starved of room to move. He will often just attempt a quick kick away instead of measuring his options with a little more composure. In situations where he does create an opening and burst through the lines, his decision-making is generally outstanding and whether it be short or long, his kicks usually find their target.
If the Richmond Football Club are serious about their want of a genuine goal-kicking rover then they need look no further than Lewis Taylor. He’s a club and state captain, a fearless competitor and a player who possesses explosive pace to go with all his other fine attributes. If Francis Jackson decides to go down a different path, I don’t expect him to slide beyond Geelong who have an intimate knowledge of the Geelong Falcon captain. Michael Turner has put him on par with Joel Selwood at an equivalent age and Kevin Sheehan has labeled him Brent Harvey’s heir apparent. Fine praise indeed.
Lewis Taylor
Lewis Taylor is as genuine a rover as you’re likely to see in this year’s draft class. He’s short and stocky and has the zippiness of a Dale Weightman in his hey-day. This largely comes down to his terrific burst of speed from a stationary position. Taylor is the guy who will suddenly emerge from an ugly scrum and dart away, usually with an intention to bounce his way down the field and into forward 50. He might be pint sized but he’s also strong and agile, and is genuinely dual-sided making him a very dangerous proposition around goals. Many including Taylor himself, liken his game style to Boomer Harvey, and I certainly have to agree on that front.
When analyzing Taylor’s skill set, it’s important to judge him from what a 173cm can feasibly accomplish, and not what he may deliver if he was 2 inches taller. It’s clear that smalls often get the cold shoulder but there’s still a role at AFL level if you’re good enough. Luke Dahlhaus, Dion Prestia, Devon Smith, Nathan Hrovat & Ben Kennedy all made an impression in their first year and I would rank Taylor ahead of all those with the possible exception of Prestia.
Taylor’s main strengths lie in his tenacious desire to win contested possession and win clearances in heavy congestion. He does it with so much regularity that it would seem a given that he could take this game to the next level. He was the TAC player of the year on the back of 7 games of 30+ disposals, and he backed that up at the u/18’s carnival with AA honours and a 24 possession average. His disposal efficiency playing for Vic Country was exceptional coming in at 78% and his kicking efficiency throughout the season has remained in the high 60’s.
Looking at potential scoreboard pressure, I think Taylor could excel in the role of forward pocket and crumbing rover. His 2013 numbers were a little down from the previous year but this was in part, due to fulfilling his duties further up the ground. Despite this, all the attributes are there for him to become a viable goal kicker. He produced a ripping dribbling goal at the carnival and in 2012 averaged over a goal a match at TAC level. Coaches looking to blood him in 2014 would recognize his strong ability to mop up from spillages and fire from both pins. His ability to apply defensive pressure may be a work in progress but he still averages 2 tackles a game and has shown he can produce big performances such as his 7 tackle game against Oakleigh Charges.
Despite his excellent kicking credentials, Taylor could still improve his decision-making when starved of room to move. He will often just attempt a quick kick away instead of measuring his options with a little more composure. In situations where he does create an opening and burst through the lines, his decision-making is generally outstanding and whether it be short or long, his kicks usually find their target.
If the Richmond Football Club are serious about their want of a genuine goal-kicking rover then they need look no further than Lewis Taylor. He’s a club and state captain, a fearless competitor and a player who possesses explosive pace to go with all his other fine attributes. If Francis Jackson decides to go down a different path, I don’t expect him to slide beyond Geelong who have an intimate knowledge of the Geelong Falcon captain. Michael Turner has put him on par with Joel Selwood at an equivalent age and Kevin Sheehan has labeled him Brent Harvey’s heir apparent. Fine praise indeed.
Carlton choose Cameron McCarthy with pick 13.
The second best tall forward after Boyd, Cameron will fill a long term hole on Carlton's list.
Excellent hands & vertical leap plus top line set shot accuracy
Also very mobile so could also play as a tall midfielder.
The second best tall forward after Boyd, Cameron will fill a long term hole on Carlton's list.
Excellent hands & vertical leap plus top line set shot accuracy
Also very mobile so could also play as a tall midfielder.
This Is Anfield said:
Good pick. The Blues would be very happy to get him.
I think he might be on the radar of a few clubs. Get the feeling he will not last until Carlton's pick in the real draft.
