08-24-2020, 03:47 AM
(08-24-2020, 03:39 AM)ElwoodBlues1 link Wrote:Agree on Owies ...I was impressed a couple of times saw him play for the NB's...leads well, can find space and a good kick for goal.
If it was anyone else but Eddie he would probably be given a game but Eddie even out of form isnt going to get dropped anytime soon IMO as he seems to have a positive effect on Martin and Gibbons as they all team nicely together.
Gibbons or Murphy you could maybe rest to give Owies a go but given finals are still a chance its unlikely.
I’m not so sure that Eddie is out of form. He hasn’t kicked goals but his forward pressure and ball use has set up plenty of scoring opportunities.
Owies seems to be developing into a very good small forward but, if he gets a game, it’s more likely to be at the expense of Fisher or Gibbons.
It is a healthy sign that we have a couple of players pushing for selection for several spots. It’s also a healthy sign that we’re not rushing new players into the 22 but are allowing them to develop. I don’t think that too many of our youngsters will be looking for spots elsewhere, particularly with reduced lists on the cards.
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