VFL Round 15

[Pies2016]

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I watched the second half and Allan looked like he had what we simply know as a dirty day. He just had one of those days where no matter what he did, it didn’t come off. I’ve watched a fair bit of VFL and the one word I’ve always used to describe him is “ creative “ and a more of a link player than showcasing any match winner attributes. What we do know is that he’s a super athlete who dominated the Combine and according to Fly, is the fittest at Collingwood. Obviously that’s no guarantee to becoming an AFL player but i wouldn’t be judging him from his couple hours work today.
I think we also have to be a bit more tolerant when we start expecting more from these “ first round picks “. MacRae and Allan were both #19, so we’re starting to head into speculative territory already when we’re talking national drafts. Technically DeMattia was our first round pick and he was #25. At #25, should we really have great expectations.

[magpieazza]

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DeMattia was too, you're right.

Ive started watching more VFL lately and enjoy watching the youngsters and their promise so Ill keep an eye out for Allan.

Nothing wrong with putting work into him and watching him develop.

I guess having 16 odd players injured doesnt help with team morale and having real time pressure on playing spots in the team.
Would love to see him get another crack at the seniors this year... along with
Jiath, Long and Parker when he comes back.

Very encouraged by Harvey Harrison, great news story !!

[Big T]

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I watched the second half and Allan looked like he had what we simply know as a dirty day. He just had one of those days where no matter what he did, it didn’t come off. I’ve watched a fair bit of VFL and the one word I’ve always used to describe him is “ creative “ and a more of a link player than showcasing any match winner attributes. What we do know is that he’s a super athlete who dominated the Combine and according to Fly, is the fittest at Collingwood. Obviously that’s no guarantee to becoming an AFL player but i wouldn’t be judging him from his couple hours work today.
I think we also have to be a bit more tolerant when we start expecting more from these “ first round picks “. MacRae and Allan were both #19, so we’re starting to head into speculative territory already when we’re talking national drafts. Technically DeMattia was our first round pick and he was #25. At #25, should we really have great expectations.

Agree with this. It’s frustrating for fans but sometimes I think clubs cut players too soon and with players in the 11-30 zone especially it’s still a significant investment and maybe more patience is needed. We can’t keep delisting every draft pick, if there is something to work with, it may pay to do the hard yards. I was still baffled by the delisting of Ruscoe.

[Jezza]

^ We were premature with delisting Ruscoe. Would have come in handy especially with Murphy retiring.

[Jezza]

FT = Frankston 13.16.94 defeated Collingwood 11.9.75

Goals: Johnson 5, Purcell 1, Mulvogue 1, Mahoney 1, Macrae 1, Longmire 1, Eyre 1.
Disposals: Sullivan 31, Macrae 30, Bytel 29, Glover 25, Allan 22, Sparkes 19, Lane 18, Schreiber 17, Jiath 16.
AF Points: Macrae 109, Bytel 103, Sullivan 100, Glover 100, Johnson 96, Smit 81, Schreiber 69, Purcell 69, Allan 63.

[Jezza]

Clearances: Sullivan 7, Macrae 5, Bytel 5, Sparkes 4, Smit 4
Tackles: Macrae 7, Sullivan 6, Smit 6, Bytel 5, Seivers 4
Marks: Johnson 7, Glover 5, Schreiber 4, Bytel 4, Brown 4

[Big T]

Gee I would love to see Ash comeback from his clear mental struggles this year. He seems like such a down to earth and basically good person deserving of success. Hope he lights a fire within himself for this backend of the season.

[23 YIPPEE!!!]

Good effort considering.
Alot of players having good looks.
Was pleased to see AJ Harry D and Josh Eyre play well.
They to me are the next generation.
I think we are on the right track.

[Dark Beanie]

Match replay:

https://www.afl.com.au/video/1167344/vf ... MATCH:6513

Mini match:

https://www.afl.com.au/video/1166920/vf ... MATCH:6513

Match review:

https://www.collingwoodfc.com.au/news/1 ... v-dolphins

[RudeBoy]

Gee I would love to see Ash comeback from his clear mental struggles this year. He seems like such a down to earth and basically good person deserving of success. Hope he lights a fire within himself for this backend of the season.

I'd love it too Big T. My worry is that each time he's been selected in the seniors this year he has lacked all energy and genuine competitiveness. Maybe there were things going on in his life which impacted his mental preparedness to play aggressive tough footy, and if so, let's hope he is in a much better state of mind now. One thing we all know, is that he is equipped with an exquisite skill set. With Checkers now out, this could be his chance to prove his worth and cement a spot.

[Jen2310]

Reef played limited minutes, and then was taken off after HT

Obviously the one they see coming in for Friday.

[stui magpie]

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Welcome aboard Jen, are you the Jen from Big Footy?

If yes, I love your work.

If no, welcome anyway and thanks for the input.

[Jen2310]

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Welcome aboard Jen, are you the Jen from Big Footy?

If yes, I love your work.

If no, welcome anyway and thanks for the input.

That would be me.
I see my reputation preceeds me lol

I figured I'd do more than lurk around here.

[Dark Beanie]

Welcome aboard Jen.

Coaches votes for round 15:

10 Sebastian Quirk (FRA)
8 Trent Mynott (FRA)
5 Lachie Sullivan (COL)
3 Noah Gown (FRA)
3 Ash Johnson (COL)
1 Angus Grant (FRA)

Leaderboard:

76 Dom Brew (WER)
66 Mitch Hardie (GEE)
60 Jarryd Lyons (BL)
57 Jacob Dawson (SOU)
51 Boyd Woodcock (SOU)
50 Cooper Craig-Peters (FOO)
44 Thomas Murphy (FRA)
40 Harvey Hooper (PM)
40 Mitch White (CD)
38 Ted Clohesy (GEE)
38 Patrick Fairlie (NB)
38 Deven Robertson (BL)