JLT Game 2

[Pratty]

While we have guys like Kerridge, White, Thomas and Armfield playing in the 1's, we are going to struggle. Kerridge has been disappointing for mine. This time last year I was really excited by what he could offer as a bona-fide AFL midfielder. For mine, he's either a medium sized marking and hard working half-forward type, or nothing at AFL level. Reckon he ain't an AFL midfielder's bootlace.

Loved the zip of some of the younger boys clearly trying to impress. They just needed more support from our more senior guys, who had to lead the way more than they did.

Awful, just awful skill errors. Many from the older guys.

Not sold on Billie Smedts. Still time and still young, like Sam Kerridge.

Reckon David Cuningham has to play as part of our AFL midfield rotations. Like him.

Liked the look of Fisher again and Polson. Great intent, and quite clean with their hands. Macreadie looked good too. Williamson ok too, but needs to learn to kick off more than one step, as do some others!

Some sprouts, as Bolts would say.

[flyboy77]

how did Nick Graham go? He's another on the fringe type that probably wouldn't get a spot on most senior AFL lists?

[Professer E]

Your observations match mine Pratty, terribly disappointed with Kerridge, looks slow, fumbly and disposal is awful... what has happened to that goal kicker he was at the Crows?  Perhaps we just don't generate the clean ball in F50 that provides such opportunities that he had there, but have questions as to his role and position at Senior level.

[flyboy77]

Your observations match mine Pratty, terribly disappointed with Kerridge, looks slow, fumbly and disposal is awful... what has happened to that goal kicker he was at the Crows?  Perhaps we just don't generate the clean ball in F50 that provides such opportunities that he had there, but have questions as to his role and position at Senior level.

Maybe he knows he's on the fringe selection wise and the pressure is telling. His goal kicking was a real potential point of differentiation.....

Those mid types well ahead of him imo - Curnow, Murph, Gibbs, SPS, Pickett, Wright.

Those he's a toss up with - Fisher, Sumner, Cuningham, Army, Boekhurst, Graham and arguably Polson, Macreadie. LeBois?

Would like to see Plowman given some time in the guts too.....everyone's bleating about lack of big bodies.....

[LP]

Maybe he knows he's on the fringe selection wise and the pressure is telling. His goal kicking was a real potential point of differentiation.....

Those mid types well ahead of him imo - Curnow, Murph, Gibbs, SPS, Pickett, Wright.

Those he's a toss up with - Fisher, Sumner, Cuningham, Army, Boekhurst, Graham and arguably Polson, Macreadie. LeBois?

Would like to see Plowman given some time in the guts too.....everyone's bleating about lack of big bodies.....

Boekhorst is a big disappointment for me, this is a guy who looks to have the skills and smarts but isn't capable of dealing with the physicality of AFL. I suppose he won't be on his lonesome in this regard.

If we could make a half Robinson/Boekhorst clone, with the good halves, we'd be sweet to go!

[shawny]

Noticed Sheehan was in our best 3 in the NB on Saturday.  Always liked the look of him - Tough, straight runner with a booming accurate left boot.

Since we have a lot of cover down back anyone think this guy could be coached to play HF.

I mean after all we gave Watson 4 years to prove himself based on a big left foot and not much else - Sheehan seems a more natural footballer - plus as a big solid lad wont be easy to move off the ball. Could be dangerous with the ball in his hands within 60

Not suggesting he will be a permanent forward but we need some excitement and some protection for young Curnow, SOS and McKay and I reckon he can provide that as a min.

Considering the lack of big forward options worth a shot I reckon.

[PaulP]

shawny, If he's a half decent set shot, I'd be happy to try that for a few games, and see how it goes.

[LoveNavy]

@shawny

The glimpses I've seen of Gussy I like. I think his body (when healthy) looks like the 'hard to tackle or stop' build. Gary Ablett type. Broad base close to ground zero with a strong core. Add a tough competitive spirit and you've got some good qualities to work with. He likes to run too. At best he could be one of the tough bodies we desperately need in the middle. But that's Carlton dreaming.... : the reality is we have needs everywhere but down back.

Its not a bad idea. Worth a go when he's up to it. Go ahead. Get the memo to Bolts

[Gointocarlton]

While we have guys like Kerridge, White, Thomas and Armfield playing in the 1's, we are going to struggle. Kerridge has been disappointing for mine. This time last year I was really excited by what he could offer as a bona-fide AFL midfielder. For mine, he's either a medium sized marking and hard working half-forward type, or nothing at AFL level. Reckon he ain't an AFL midfielder's bootlace.

Loved the zip of some of the younger boys clearly trying to impress. They just needed more support from our more senior guys, who had to lead the way more than they did.

Awful, just awful skill errors. Many from the older guys.

Not sold on Billie Smedts. Still time and still young, like Sam Kerridge.

Reckon David Cuningham has to play as part of our AFL midfield rotations. Like him.

Liked the look of Fisher again and Polson. Great intent, and quite clean with their hands. Macreadie looked good too. Williamson ok too, but needs to learn to kick off more than one step, as do some others!

Some sprouts, as Bolts would say.

All of that is spot on

[shawny]

shawny, If he's a half decent set shot, I'd be happy to try that for a few games, and see how it goes.

Not only that but he's a solid unit. Really think he would protect the kids at the very least.

Surely this is what a club like us use the JLT series on - or we could try Liam Jones up forward  :.

We still love to beat dead horses......