(03-09-2021, 10:00 PM)LP link Wrote:It's only Ben's surname that keeps his name in the debate, if he wasn't a Silvagni fans would have called for his head long ago, probably starting 5 minutes after he arrived or before he was even drafted. He's a sad story, a bit like Nathan Ablett, all the potential with no work done!
How so?
Year 1 he had a significant shoulder injury. My bad that was his final school year!
2020 was a dud from a developmental perspective - for all young players.
So he was 20 when culled. Big blokes take longer...heard that before?
Had he shown a bit? This from the Club (and yeah, maybe sugar coated to some degree):
Quote:Made some promising strides as a key defender for the Northern Blues, playing all bar one match and getting significant game-time against AFL and experienced VFL forwards.
Silvagni also showed his ability to swing up forward, often having an impact and kicking two goals in a quarter against eventual VFL premiers Richmond.
After shoulder surgery disrupted his top-age season, it was a solid first step for Silvagni, who will now hope to elevate his game at both ends as he looks to break his AFL duck.
Finals, then 4 in a row!