05-30-2016, 11:44 AM
(05-30-2016, 11:30 AM)chalkybill link Wrote:I am worried that being thrust into the seniors at a very young age and coming up against some very much stronger bodies that he MAY not be looking only for the ball. Other posters agree with me and he is certainly not playing like a 5 year defender. If he was playing like you say he would be breaking packs apart as he clears downfield not merely dodge and dance around in the clear (or nearly clear). He certainly looks like he will make it but he requires more muscle on those bones of his.Chalky there is no doubt they have to tread carefully with JW and monitor his progress so that he doesnt get "thrashed". Firstly I have the utmost confidence in the people in charge to to make the right decisions. Secondly, I personally have seen nothing to suggested JW is suffering or showing signs of weakness. In fact, I reckon he is actually intimidating a few much older opponents with his poise and maturity. He's fine, he's special and he's a ripper.
Remember Watts being greeted by Collingwood playeys in his debut. They monstered him when he came off the bench and set him back many years. I worry for the same happening to Dettering before he reaches his potential.
2017-16th
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2018-Wooden Spoon
2019-16th
2020-dare to dream? 11th is better than last I suppose
2021-Pi$$ or get off the pot
2022- Real Deal or more of the same? 0.6%
2023- "Raise the Standard" - M. Voss Another year wasted Bar Set
2024-Back to the drawing boardNo excuses, its time