Unofficial Preview 2022 Mid-Season Rookie Draft

[sr36]

Nobody takes pay cuts to build a flag winning team! They take pay cuts to keep a premiership team together for longer, not build one out of used Band-Aids and rubber bands.

A bit harsh. Most of our blokes are at least the equivalent of new band-aids.

 

[KJpie]

If Darcy Moore is worth 6 years at $900k to retain or whatwver the contract is, what's it cost to poach Oliver? 6 years at?

The money we save on Degoey, 5 - 6 years at $850- 900K sounds fair

 

[sr36]

The money we save on Degoey, 5 - 6 years at $850- 900K sounds fair

Going off the unreliable source of contract rumours, I don't think that would get close to what you'd need to offer for Oliver.

 

[Jen2310]

Below are some of the notable performers across the Colgate Young Guns Series:

MASSIMO D’AMBROSIO​

The rebounding defender from the Western Jets accumulated 24 disposals and nine rebound-50m in the win over Victoria Metro, before racking up 32 disposals and nine marks in the game against Victoria Country on Sunday. D’Ambrosio was a very clean ball user out of the back half and also spent time moving through the midfield.

LACHLAN CARRIGAN​

Had 20 disposals and eight marks in the first game of the Series, but it was his second match against Victoria Country that drew high praise from the Colgate Young Guns coaching staff. The Richmond VFL-listed running defender had 22 disposals in the game at IKON Park, which included seven rebound-50m. His decision-making in picking the right times to run of his opponent was highlighted, along with his ability to change lines.

CHARLIE MOLAN​

Was prominent in the win over Victoria Metro when he amassed 23 disposals and five inside-50m, before showing his versatility and moving to the half back flank in the second game against Victoria Country. The GWV Rebels product showed resilience to play out the second half while under injury duress in the second game and finished with 22 disposal and four tackles.

JAI CULLEY​

Was dominant in the first half of the match against Vic Metro, racking up 16 disposals and four goal to help the Colgate Young Guns open a 27-point lead at the main break. Culley didn’t play in the second game of the series, but his efforts across the first two quarters in the match at Avalon Airport Oval were enough to showcase his tremendous potential.

HARRY SHEEZEL​

The 17-year-old entered the match on the back of a dominant showing for Sandringham Dragons, where he collected 28 disposals and kicked 6.2 in the NAB League Boys win over Tasmania Devils. The only 2022 AFL Academy player named for Victoria Metro, Sheezel was named captain and displayed outstanding leadership qualities despite his side falling to a 59-point defeat. Was a presence both in the air and at ground level and finished with 5.0 from his 13 disposals.

JHYE CLARK​

The Geelong Falcons midfielder was in the thick of everything early at IKON Park. Had 11 disposals in the opening quarter, before finishing the match with 29, along with six marks, five tackles and five inside-50m entries. His disposal tally was the second-most for Victoria Country, behind only fellow AFL Academy member Jason Gillbee (30).

Young stars shine in Colgate Young Guns Series

The Colgate Young Guns series concluded over the weekend, with Victoria’s top mid-season draft prospects putting their best foot forward in their bid to make their way onto an AFL list next month.

www.afl.com.au

 

[Jim Levenstein]

You had Hine at versatility.

Just don’t mention durability. Hine loves versatile rehab projects.

 

[stormskye]

Permission granted: Eight more players given approval for MSD

Top-up Eagle among eight players given approval to nominate for mid-season draft

www.afl.com.au

Wade Derksen.195cm KPF. We need KPP prospects, He will do

 

[Couch Coach]

Permission granted: Eight more players given approval for MSD

Top-up Eagle among eight players given approval to nominate for mid-season draft

www.afl.com.au

Wade Derkson.195cm KPF. We need KPP prospects, He will do

James Blanck 195cm KPD
Kallan Dawson 194cm KPD
Zac Strom 198cm undersized ruck
for those looking for talls

 

[KJpie]

Permission granted: Eight more players given approval for MSD

Top-up Eagle among eight players given approval to nominate for mid-season draft

www.afl.com.au

Wade Derksen.195cm KPF. We need KPP prospects, He will do
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Change of mind from the AFL, only 3 days ago he was denied an exemption. AFL Backflip

Exemption denied: Mid-season draft hopeful unable to nominate

Three players have been granted exemptions to nominate in the NAB AFL Mid-Season Rookie Draft

www.afl.com.au

Peel Thunder 197cm now

 

[TradeDraft]

Change of mind from the AFL, only 3 days ago he was denied an exemption. AFL Backflip

Exemption denied: Mid-season draft hopeful unable to nominate

Three players have been granted exemptions to nominate in the NAB AFL Mid-Season Rookie Draft

www.afl.com.au

197cm now

Clubs must be Very Intrested

 

[KJpie]

Below are some of the notable performers across the Colgate Young Guns Series:

MASSIMO D’AMBROSIO​

The rebounding defender from the Western Jets accumulated 24 disposals and nine rebound-50m in the win over Victoria Metro, before racking up 32 disposals and nine marks in the game against Victoria Country on Sunday. D’Ambrosio was a very clean ball user out of the back half and also spent time moving through the midfield.

HARRY SHEEZEL​

The 17-year-old entered the match on the back of a dominant showing for Sandringham Dragons, where he collected 28 disposals and kicked 6.2 in the NAB League Boys win over Tasmania Devils. The only 2022 AFL Academy player named for Victoria Metro, Sheezel was named captain and displayed outstanding leadership qualities despite his side falling to a 59-point defeat. Was a presence both in the air and at ground level and finished with 5.0 from his 13 disposals.

Sheezel was super impressive for Vic Metro kicking 5 goals whilst playing much of the game on the older "Young Guns" Captain D'Ambrosio

 

[Jen2310]

Permission granted: Eight more players given approval for MSD

Top-up Eagle among eight players given approval to nominate for mid-season draft

www.afl.com.au

Wade Derksen.195cm KPF. We need KPP prospects, He will do
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We aren't fussy lol You tall? over 195cm? Come on over.

 

[No SPIN]

James Blanck 195cm KPD
Kallan Dawson 194cm KPD
Zac Strom 198cm undersized ruck
for those looking for talls

Which one offers all of the following.
athletic say equivalent to Moore
Kick both feet
One grab mark
Body size ready for AFL

 

[manicpie]

We're only getting one pick by the look of it, Derkson would be great

 

[Chrispiesssss]

2022 State Game Player Focus: Josh Carmichael (SANFL)

West Adelaide midfielder Josh Carmichael has risen to become a mid-season draft contender, and turned out for SA in this year's State Game.

central.rookieme.com

Now this is the guy I’d choose this MSD.

 

[stormskye]

2022 State Game Player Focus: Josh Carmichael (SANFL)

West Adelaide midfielder Josh Carmichael has risen to become a mid-season draft contender, and turned out for SA in this year's State Game.

central.rookieme.com

Now this is the guy I’d choose this MSD.

He’s not 195cm though . Looks an option, seems afl ready size wise

 

[Apex36]

We aren't fussy lol You tall? over 195cm? Come on over.

People complain about us not drafting high end quality talls and getting rookies and cat B talls, then insist we recruit one in the mid season rookie draft, arguably the weakest draft of the year

Disclaimer: I am also guilty of this.

 

[Jen2310]

People complain about us not drafting high end quality talls and getting rookies and cat B talls, then insist we recruit one in the mid season rookie draft, arguably the weakest draft of the year

Disclaimer: I am also guilty of this.

When we are desperate, can't afford to be picky haha

 

[Matt_352]

Derksen looks alright

 

[Dead Eye Didak]

AFL Mid-season Draft 2022: Massimo D’Ambrosio stars in Colgate Young Guns vs Vic Country under-18s​

A small defender destined to become a KFC SuperCoach favourite has rocketed into contention for the mid-season draft. Check out the latest intel on who your club could pick.


3 min read
May 17, 2022 - 4:00PM
News Corp Australia Sports Newsroom


Western Jets defender Massimo D’Ambrosio has rocketed into the top group of prospects for next month’s AFL mid-season draft after producing a standout performance in a key lead-up game last weekend.

D’Ambrosio was the top-ranked player on the ground in the Colgate Young Guns’ second exhibition match against Vic Country’s under-18s on Sunday, shining under the watchful eyes of a raft of AFL recruiters at Princes Park.

A smooth-moving rebounding defender or wingman, D’Ambrosio showed off a polished kick, strong running skills and good composure as he logged 32 disposals, nine marks, seven rebound 50s, six inside 50s and 140 SuperCoach points against Vic Country.

The performance backed up a solid 24-disposal game in the Young Guns’ first match a week earlier and added to a strong start to the year with the Jets in the NAB League.

D’Ambrosio also played one VFL game for Richmond in Round 1 and did not look out of place with 15 disposals and four marks.
Recruiters rate D’Ambrosio’s “beautiful kick” highly, with his main knock being his size at only 178cm.

However, the likes of Western Bulldogs defender Caleb Daniel

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Caleb Daniel

Age

28

Ht

171cm

Wt

72kg

Pos.

M/F

Career

Season

Last 5

D

21.3

5star

K

11.5

4star

HB

9.8

5star

M

3.5

4star

T

2.9

4star

CL

1.4

4star

D

19.5

4star

K

11.1

4star

HB

8.4

4star

M

3.6

4star

T

2.0

3star

CL

1.0

3star

D

16.4

4star

K

7.2

3star

HB

9.2

5star

M

3.4

4star

T

2.6

4star

CL

0.2

2star

(170cm) and Richmond’s Jayden Short

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Jayden Short

Age

28

Ht

178cm

Wt

75kg

Pos.

Def

Career

Season

Last 5

D

17.4

4star

K

13.3

5star

HB

4.1

3star

M

4.3

4star

T

1.5

3star

MG

430.8

5star

D

19.0

4star

K

14.1

5star

HB

4.9

3star

M

6.3

5star

T

0.8

1star

MG

447.1

5star

D

7.8

2star

K

6.4

3star

HB

1.4

2star

M

3.2

4star

T

2.4

4star

MG

185.2

3star

(178cm) have shown in recent years that undersized players with damaging kicks can still play an important role at AFL level.

Massimo D'Ambrosio is a silky small defender. Picture: Getty Images

Midfielder Patrick Dozzi also put himself into the mid-season draft mix with 34 disposals, 10 inside-50s and nine clearances for the Young Guns.
Recruiters believe Dozzi has improved with each game this year and is a chance for to find a spot on an AFL list on June 1.

Oscar Faulkhead was another shining light for the Young Guns and is expected to win a mid-season draft selection.
The hardworking Faulkhead finished with 31 disposals, five clearances and two goals, including a lovely snap out of congestion in the second quarter.
Mid-sized marking forward Hugo Hall-Kahan had another eye-catching game and shapes as one of the hottest mid-season draft prospects.
The 188cm forward had 13 disposals and kicked two first-half goals, before slotting the goal of the day from 40m out on the boundary in the third quarter only for it to be disallowed after the umpire because he had run too far.
Hall-Kahan has had his exemption to nominate for the mid-season draft approved by the AFL, after not nominating for last year’s drafts.

Mid-sized forward Hugo Hall-Kahan has been granted an exemption for the mid-season draft. Picture: Getty Images

On a wing, Jamieson Ballantyne impressed with 24 disposals and a game-high three goals and will come under close consideration by AFL clubs.
Hailing from the Greater Western Victoria Rebels, Ballantyne’s hard running both ways and sizeable tank are a key feature of his game.
Ballantyne has featured in one VFL game for Footscray this year.

After dominating the Young Guns’ first match against Vic Metro a week earlier, Dandenong Stingrays midfielder Jai Culley missed the weekend’s match due to soreness from a series of knocks.
However, Culley remains very much in the sights of clubs with picks in the mid-season draft.

Fellow highly-rated prospect Max Ramsden had a quieter game but still had some nice moments.

Tyler Norton had another good game in defence for the Young Guns. Picture: Getty Images

YOUNG GUNS THAT CAUGHT THE EYES OF RECRUITERS IN GAME 2​

Massimo D’Ambrosio – 32 disposals, 9 marks, 1 clearance, 6 inside-50s, 7 rebound 50s
Patrick Dozzi – 34 disposals, 4 marks, 9 clearances, 10 inside-50s, 1 goal
Oskar Faulkhead – 31 disposals, 6 marks, 5 clearances, 8 inside-50s, 2 goals
Jamieson Ballantyne – 24 disposals, 5 marks, 1 clearance, 4 inside-50s, 3 goals
Hugo Hall-Kahan – 13 disposals, 4 marks, 2 inside-50s, 2 goals
Tyler Norton – 24 disposals, 8 marks, 2 clearances, 4 rebound 50s
Charlie Molan – 22 disposals, 5 marks, 2 clearances, 3 inside-50s, 3 rebound 50s

SUPERCOACH RANKING POINTS – YOUNG GUNS v VIC COUNTRY U18s​

YOUNG GUNS
140 – Massimo D’Ambrosio
137 – Patrick Dozzi
130 – Oskar Faulhead
124 – Charlie Molan
123 – Lachlan Carrigan
100 – Jamieson Ballantyne
93 – Tyler Norton
81 – Fletcher Hart
79 – Euriah Hollard
78 – Hugo Hall-Kahan
76 – Jed Rule
75 – Zavier Maher
75 – Samuel Grant
67 – Paddy Cross
55 – Ryan Eyers
53 – Tyreece Leiu
47 – Hamish Sinnott
46 – Jack Newitt
43 – Max Ramsden
41 – Jerome Lawrence
18 – Toby Murray
12 – Harvey Gallagher

Oskar Faulkhead caught the eyes of recruiters on Sunday. Picture: Getty Images

VIC METRO U18s
132 – Jason Gillbee
131 – Jhye Clark
112 – Oliver Hollands
101 – Bailey Humphrey
99 – Aaron Cadman
91 – Hugh Bond
89 – Oscar Murdoch
80 – Jacob Konstanty
78 – Nick Collier
74 – Harley Reid
72 – Zane Duursma
66 – Cooper Vickery
63 – Henry Hustwaite
60 – Jonti Schuback
58 – Thomas Cappellari
53 – Harvey Howe
45 – Darcy Wilson
45 – Finn Emile-Brennan
43 – Max Dow
37 – Olivier Northam
35 – Max Knobel
25 – Felix Fogarty
19 – Will Parkhouse

 

[Soups]

Some good talent shaping up now in the MSD

 

[whiskeytown]

Some good talent shaping up now in the MSD

Should try and take 2 picks.

If Madgen injury not looking like a season ender… get him to undergo a Leigh Matthews fitness test on May 30

 

[MooreTreloar]

Should try and take 2 picks.

If Madgen injury not looking like a season ender… get him to undergo a Leigh Matthews fitness test on May 30

There’s also Wilson who’s TBC when it comes to the timeframe on his return. So we could give him the whole season to recover.

 

[manicpie]

Sebit KEUK, is one we should be considering or Frazer McInnes

 

[Apex36]

Should try and take 2 picks.

If Madgen injury not looking like a season ender… get him to undergo a Leigh Matthews fitness test on May 30

There’s also Wilson who’s TBC when it comes to the timeframe on his return. So we could give him the whole season to recover.

Madgen is listed as 4-6 weeks, and Wilson is on the cat b rookie list so doesn’t open us up a spot anyway even if his season is done.

Sorry gents.

 

[TradeDraft]

Madgen is listed as 4-6 weeks, and Wilson is on the cat b rookie list so doesn’t open us up a spot anyway even if his season is done.

Sorry gents.

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