VFL 2024 Rd 13 Carlton vs Southport at Carlton

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Lost by 2 goals - more precisely 1 goal 6 which probably more accurately reflects the extent to which Southport outclassed us once they kicked into gear.  Reeled us in and were all over us.  In terms of seniors next week Binns kept grinding, not his best game but might have been our best player once Wilson went off.  Wilson was turning it on until injured, hope it is nothing too bad.  Pitto did OK but nothing to force his way into the firsts, Marchbank started looking like the player we know he is, Carroll was good early but faded out. Cuningham played the second half and showed his class but probably needs more runs in the 2s and to show his body can stand up, Motlop showed a bit but not enough for mine to earn a firsts gig. Young and Durdin didn't disgrace themselves but are backup only at this stage.  Cooper Lord showed a bit, seems neat and honest, laid more tackles than any senior or rookie listed player but my initial thought is he might be a bit vanilla for the higher level.  For seniors next week unless the match committee want to go 2 rucks I can't see anyone forcing their way in.  If they want to demote Fantasia and/or Durdin Binns Carroll and Motlop could all be considered.