Review 2019 AFL National Draft

[The Nostradamus]

Time to get Byron an assistant coach gig.

That would do nothing as it’s his nephew

 

[Luke72]

That would do nothing as it’s his nephew

Bugger

 

[king of the road]

Time to fire this one up gents.

Noah Anderson is the athletic midfield beast we are craving.

Any CHBeasts to keep an eye on?... Desperately need another key defender... Maybe a CHF too.

 

[giantroo]

The squad for the game, which is set to be broadcast live on Fox Footy from 11am, was picked by club recruiters and the AFL, and came largely from the teams that featured on the MCG in last year's Grand Final curtain-raiser.

Australian under-18 side
Tom Green (GWS Academy, NSW-ACT)
Liam Delahunty (GWS Academy, NSW-ACT)
Malcolm Rosas Jr (NT Academy, Northern Territory)
Will Martyn (Brisbane Lions Academy, QLD)
Will Gould (Glenelg, SA)
Dylan Stephens (Norwood, SA)
Kysaiah Pickett (Woodville West Torrens, SA)
Jackson Mead (Woodville West Torrens, SA)
Mitch O'Neill (Tasmania Academy, Tasmania)
Brodie Kemp (Bendigo Pioneers, Vic Country)
Hayden Young (Dandenong Stingrays, Vic Country)
Cooper Stephens (Geelong Falcons, Vic Country)
Caleb Serong (Gippsland Power, Vic Country)
Sam Flanders (Gippsland Power, Vic Country)
Lachlan Ash (Murray Bushrangers, Vic Country)
Matt Rowell (Oakleigh Chargers, Vic Metro)
Trent Bianco (Oakleigh Chargers, Vic Metro)
Noah Anderson (Oakleigh Chargers, Vic Metro)
Dylan Williams (Oakleigh Chargers, Vic Metro)
Nick Bryan (Oakleigh Chargers, Vic Metro)
Joshua Worrell (Sandringham Dragons, Vic Metro)
Fischer McAsey (Sandringham Dragons, Vic Metro)
Emerson Jeka (Western Jets, Vic Metro)
Jeremy Sharp (East Fremantle, WA)
Luke Jackson (East Fremantle, WA)
Deven Robertson (Perth, WA)

 

[Pykie]

Any CHBeasts to keep an eye on?... Desperately need another key defender... Maybe a CHF too.

Will Gould.

 

[king of the road]

Will Gould.

Sweet. He’ll do I’m sure.

 

[King Corey]

Will Gould.

Excellent. When he's dominating the competition they'll call it "Gould's League".

 

[giantroo]

http://www.espn.com.au/afl/story/_/...-draft?platform=amp&__twitter_impression=true


Player Focus
Charlie Dean is quickly building the case that he is this year's most promising key forward after providing a focal point up forward for Sandringham in their convincing 43-point win against Northern.
Dean amassed 15 disposals, eight marks (one contested) and four goals against Northern and with a style of game baring some similarities to Hawthorn star Jarryd Roughead, his marking on the lead, reading of the ball in flight, clean hands, mobility and established set shot routine were highlights.

Riley Bowman (L) and Charlie Dean (R) battle for the ball during the TAC Cup preliminary final in 2018.Michael Dodge/AFL Media/Getty Images
With nine goals through the first two rounds and a three-goal lead in the NAB League over second placed Noah Anderson on the goalkicking ladder, Dean is making the most of his side's silver service delivery.
The bonus with Dean is he proved in 2018 he can hold down a key defence post, demonstrating one-on-one and intercept marking capabilities.
A potential first round pick if he continues to build, Dean can enhance his draft stocks further by improving upon his contested marking, contested ball-winning and forward pressure.

NAB League
Playing a style of game not unlike 2018 top-10 selection and former Sandringham Dragon Bailey Smith, Ryan Byrnes brings similar strengths to the table for Sandringham. His kicking, contested ball-winning, evasion and acceleration that allows him to slice through traffic and break the lines place Byrnes firmly in the first-round mix. The talented midfielder secured 24 disposals, 15 contested possessions and six clearances.
One of Sandringham's most influential, Miles Bergman brought a lot to the table. He quickly and effectively moved the ball on after marks, was damaging with his ball use, evaded tackles, was clean at ground level and showed a burst of speed with ball in hand. Bergman managed 12 disposals, six tackles and three score assists.
From Sydney's Next Generation Academy, underage midfielder Errol Gulden was a highlight and announced himself as one of 2020's top prospects. His one-touch pickups at ground level on the move were freakish. His speed, the way he reads the play and gets to the right spots, his finishing around goal and hitting of targets by foot inside 50 made him look a class above. The talented midfielder amassed 33 disposals, 12 contested possessions, eight inside 50s and two goals for Sydney in their win against Tasmania.
Fellow Academy member Kyle McKellar also excelled. His overhead contested marking power, the way he read the ball in flight, strength and contested ball-winning in close stood out. McKellar secured 23 disposals, 18 contested possessions, five marks (four contested), eight tackles and four clearances.
Underage midfielder Sam Thorne was impressive for Sydney with his clean ground-ball pickups at speed and burst of speed standing out. The explosive midfielder managed 23 disposals, 10 contested possessions, seven tackles, four clearances, seven inside 50s and one goal.
For Tasmania, underage defender Sam Collins was the team's most impressive. His powerful intercept marking, aerial marking, cleanness at ground level and damaging but reliable kicks set him apart. Announcing himself as an early pick for 2020, Collins contributed 23 disposals, 10 contested possessions, five marks (one contested) and nine rebound 50s.
Tasmania's most highly regarded prospect and potential first round choice, Mitch O'Neil, was his side's most competitive at stoppages and wowed draft watchers with his precision kicking and vision. The classy midfielder posted 21 disposals, 12 contested possessions, nine tackles, 12 clearances and six inside 50s.
Leading the way for Eastern in a convincing win, Mitch Mellis was one the most influential. The small midfielder overwhelmed Western with 35 disposals, 17 contested possessions, four clearances, five inside 50s, three goals and two score assists.

Leading Oakleigh to a win against Calder and furthering his claims as a potential pick No. 1 contender, Noah Anderson played like a man possessed. In a dominant display, Anderson amassed 44 disposals, 20 contested possessions, five tackles, 10 clearances, five inside 50s and two goals.

Noah Anderson of Vic Metro in action during the 2018 Under-18 Championships.Michael Dodge/Getty Images

Supporting Anderson through Oakleigh's midfield, likely early draft choice Matthew Rowell was prolific in his own right. The big game specialist produced 31 disposals, 16 contested possessions, 14 tackles, 10 clearances and seven inside 50s.
Performing strongly for Gippsland in a six-point loss to Dandenong, potential first round choice Sam Flanders secured 23 disposals, 13 contested possessions, eight clearances, four inside 50s and one goal.
Shining for Brisbane against Greater Western Sydney through the midfield, Will Martyn was a catalyst in the win. The prolific ball winner posted 30 disposals, 12 contested possessions, nine marks, five clearances, five inside 50s and one goal.
Powerful forward Tom Wischnat proved too strong to stop inside 50m. He managed 10 disposals, six marks (one contested) and four goals for Brisbane.
Greater Western Sydney midfielder and likely first-round choice Thomas Green was a force at stoppages. He secured 29 disposals, 18 contested possessions, nine clearances and seven inside 50s.
Key forward Liam Delahunty was GWS' other standout, providing an imposing presence in the front half. The strongly built key forward produced 15 disposals, nine contested possessions, seven marks (four contested), three goals and two score assists.

SANFL
League
Powerful key defender Will Gould solidified his draft stocks as a potential first round choice. In a strong performance, Gould secured 24 disposals and 11 rebound 50s for Glenelg in their five-point loss to Norwood.

Reserves
Potential first round choice Dylan Stephens was prolific through Norwood's midfield in their win against Glenelg with 36 disposals, 12 clearances and one goal.

South Australia's most highly touted forwardCameron Taheny contributed strongly for Norwood securing 16 disposals, nine marks and kicked one goal.

Port Adelaide father-son prospect Jackson Mead, the son of Darren Mead, enhanced his draft chances by gathering 26 disposals, six clearances and seven inside 50s and one goal for Woodville-West Torrens in their win against North Adelaide.

Dangerous small forward Kysaiah Pickett was difficult to contain in the front half for Woodville-West Torrens with 16 disposals and six goals.

 

[Uber Roo]

I play poker with Trent Biancos dad every Monday lol
Nice family


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[giantroo]

 

[giantroo]

Matthew Rowell would really help our clearance issues and has high pressure attributes and defensive running


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Oakleigh Chargers midfielder Matthew Rowell emerges as potential No.1 pick in 2019 AFL draft

OCTOBER 01, 2018

OAKLEIGH Chargers midfielder Matthew Rowell has emerged as an early candidate as the No.1 pick in the 2019 draft after a blistering TAC Cup finals series.

The Cameron Ling lookalike was best afield in a losing side in the decider against Dandenong Stingrays, backing that performance up with another dominant showing in the under-17s All Star game on AFL grand final day at the MCG.

The Canterbury Cobras and Boroondara Hawks junior collected 27 disposals and kicked a goal to help Team Bartel to a 42-point win over Team Riewoldt on Saturday.

The bottom-age star was listed in Oakleigh’s best players in each of its three TAC Cup finals, averaging 23 disposals, nine handball receives and seven marks across September.

Outgoing Oakleigh Chargers talent manager Craig Notman said praise was warranted on Rowell being the top pick next year.

“He just wins plenty of the ball, he’s got the ability to burst away from stoppages and kick goals,” Notman said.

“He is a terrific little package and I’m really excited about watching him over the next 12 months.

“The talk of being a top five draft pick or even a little bit closer to the top of the draft table at this point in time is very well warranted.

“He just doesn’t do anything wrong.”

The 17-year-old also played two games for Vic Metro this year in the under-18 national championships and was among his side’s top possession winners in both appearances.

Early indicators suggest he will be joined by Noah Anderson, Dylan Williams and Trent Bianco as top prospects out of Warrawee Park in 2019.

Notman listed Rowell’s professionalism and preparation as his best attributes to go with his undeniable on-field talents.

“He’s got that really good ball-winning ability, he kicks both left and right foot, he competes really strongly and he’s clean,” he said.

“I think he ticks all the boxes in everything we’re looking for from our players.

“He just does everything really well.

“I don’t think there are to many flaws in his game.”

Notman will officially finish in his role at Oakleigh on October 12 after accepting the role of Tasmanian football manager, overseeing the revamp of the state’s talent pathway.

 

[Heaps of fun]

Matt Rowell sounds great. Will be awesome to finish with pick 8 and get a guy like him but the coach says

“I think he ticks a lot of boxes in what we’re looking for from our players.

“He just does some things really well.

“I think there are flaws in his game he'll need to iron out.”

 

[The Filth Wizard]

Yep. Academy prospect.

He's in their Aboriginal academy, same one Rankine/Milera/Parfitt etc were in (and we all know they aren't Port stars).

If he's not our number one target then our SA scouts aren't shouting loud enough (I'm sure they are).

 

[King Corey]

"In some ways, I'm in a unique situation, because I live in Sydney and see what is required to grow the game here," Buckley told AFL.com.au.

"I see first-hand the investment the Swans and GWS make, and my son is a beneficiary of going through those programs.

"While it probably runs counterintuitive to my role as North Melbourne president, I understand why it's important to do that in Sydney, Brisbane and the northern states in general."

Yeh. Another "good for the game" Brad Scott-ite.

 

[giantroo]

Will Gould was one of three underage players select in the 2018 Under 18 All-Australian side after a standout carnival for South Australia.
So it comes as no surprise to see the 18-year-old perform exceptionally well in the opening round of the SANFL League competition, with the defender running out for Glenelg.

Playing in the backline, Gould had 24 disposals and three marks, rebounding the ball well throughout the match, controlling play for the Tigers behind the ball, winning a number of one-on-one battles.

Gould is one of the bigger talls in a draft pool that is likely to be more midfield dominated at the top end than 2018.

Will Gould in action for South Australia during the Under 18 Championships in 2018. Photo: Michael Dodge/Getty Images.

POWER LINKS CATCH THE EYE
Remember the name Byron Pickett? Yes, the dual premiership player and Port Adelaide’s 2004 North Smith Medallist.
Well the AFL could have yet another Pickett in their ranks come 2019, when Kysiah “Kozzie” Pickettputs his hand up to be drafted at the end of this year.
The nephew of Byron started 2019 with a bang, flying high for a huge mark during Woodville-West Torrens’ win over North Adelaide.
Pickett booted six goals from 12 kicks as the Eagles won by 26 points in the SANFL.
Unfortunately for Port Adelaide, Pickett isn’t eligible to join the club under the Father-Son or Next Generation Academy rules.

Port Adelaide premiership team street parade with Byron Pickett wearing Premiership and Norm Smith medals in 2004.

But the news is better for Jackson Mead, who can join the Power at the end of the year under the Father-Son rule.
Mead is among South Australia’s better draft prospects, with the son of Darren also performing strongly in the Reserves competition. Mead had 26 disposals, six inside 50s, six clearances and booted a goal for the Eagles.
The Power also have access to Peter Burgoyne’s son Trent.
Others who were strong in the SANFL Reserves include Dylan Stephens (36 disposals, 12 clearances and a goal) and Cameron Taheney (16 disposals and nine marks).

ACADEMY SERIES BEGINS IN BLACKTOWN
Gold Coast Suns, Brisbane Lions and the Sydney Swans were the winners in the opening weekend of the Under 18 Academy Series.
And while there are a number of strong players across the board, the early signs are the 2019 draft is likely to see a large number of players taken from the ‘northern’ academy teams.
However, GWS Giants might be the first club that is required to match a bid on an academy player, with midfielder Tom Green showing immense promise in the opening round of matches.

Tom Green represented the Allies in the Under 18 Championships. Photo: Michael Dodge/Getty Images.

The inside midfielder had 18 contested possessions, winning the ground ball and clearing the ball effectively by hand and foot.
Green finished with 29 disposals, eight clearances and seven inside 50s as the Giants fell to the Lions by 26 points.
Jeromy Lucas (24 disposals and five inside 50s) and Liam Delahunty (15 disposals, seven marks and three goals) will be two other Giants to keep on eye on during the season.

For the winning side, Will Martyn was mighty impressive with 30 disposals, nine marks, six inside 50s and a goal, while Tom Wischnat booted four goals.
Gold Coast easily accounted for Northern Territory with Ashton Crossley (28 disposals and eight clearances) and speedy midfielder Connor Budarick(22 disposals and nine tackles) were two of the better players on the ground.
Possible Richmond 2020 father-son prospect Maurice Rioli jnr laid 10 tackles and booted a goal for the losing side.

The player that might’ve turned the most heads in Blacktown across the weekend was Errol Guldenfrom Sydney Swans. The bottom-age midfielder looked a class above as he glided around the ground to collect 33 disposals, eight inside 50s and boot two goals.
Gulden is eligible for the 2020 draft — but his performance in Round 1 will certainly hold him in good stead.

For Tasmania, Matt McGuiness and Patrick Walkerrepelled many of the Swans’ attacks, while possible first-round pick Mitch O’Neill (21 disposals, 12 clearances, nine tackles and six inside 50s) had the most impact for the Devils.

— Elsewhere in the NAB League.

Oakleigh Chargers continued their fine start to the season and yet again it was their potential top-10 draft picks who stood out.
Despite Trent Bianco missing the match, Noah Anderson had a day out with 44 disposals (20 contested), 10 clearances, five inside 50s, five tackles and two goals.

— Onballer Matthew Rowell had 31 disposals, 10 clearances and seven inside 50s, while Dylan Williams kicked three goals.

St.Mary's Maurice Rioli jnr lines up for a goal a game against Tiwi Bombers. Photo: Justin Kennedy

— Ruckman Nick Bryan was once again strong with 24 hitouts.
— Brodie Newman was yet again one of Calder Cannons’ better players in the loss, with 21 disposals, while Harrison Minton-Connell (24 disposals) and Josh Kemp (three goals) were also good.
Caleb Serong returned to the Gippsland Power side and immediately made an impact with 21 disposals, nine marks and seven clearances, linking up well alongside Sam Flanders and Kyle Dunkley.

— Dunkley finished the match with 15 contested possessions, six clearances and six tackles, while Flanders once again was one of the Power’s better players with 23 disposals, eight clearances, four inside 50s and a goal.
Dandenong prevailed over Gippsland by just five points, with Mitch Riordan (23 disposals) and Hayden Young (21 disposals) among the best players.

— Cody Weightman was again strong with two goals, while Jack Toner stood up with 19 disposals and seven inside 50s.

Sam Flanders has started the NAB League season well. Photo: Mike Owen/AFL Media/Getty Images

— Cooper Stephens, arguably Geelong Falcons’ best draft prospect, collected 28 disposals, five tackles and four clearances in the loss to GWV Rebels.

— Charlie Sprague (23 disposals and seven inside 50s) was one of the Falcons’ best, while Jesse Clark was good running out of defence.

Wearing the No. 5 for Murray Bushrangers,
Cameron Wild again was influential in the contest, following up his good showing against Gippsland in the opening round. Wild had 30 disposals and seven clearances, while Lachie Ash (26 disposals) again showed his running capabilities and was outstandingly effective by foot.

— Charlie Dean continues to push his credentials as one of the better key forwards in the draft pool, snagging four goals for the Sandringham Dragons.

— Paddy Dow’s younger brother Thomson was yet again strong for Bendigo, with 24 disposals, seven clearances and a goal.

 

[giantroo]

Interesting that Pickett is not eligible for Port's Academy.

"Unfortunately for Port Adelaide, Pickett isn’t eligible to join the club under the Father-Son or Next Generation Academy rules."

 

[The Filth Wizard]

Interesting that Pickett is not eligible for Port's Academy.

"Unfortunately for Port Adelaide, Pickett isn’t eligible to join the club under the Father-Son or Next Generation Academy rules."

I literally said that three posts back

Should be our number one target IMO.

 

[giantroo]

I literally said that three posts back

Should be our number one target IMO.

Must've misread it. Forgot Choppy Junior, we need to get a Rioli. Draft a Rioli, win a flag.

 

[Pykie]

Gould is a beast.

 

[giantroo]

 

[The Filth Wizard]

Welp.

 

[DaveyBoy123]

Guys, I don't think Choppy Jr would work out for us... There are 2 front and centre goals in that highlights package that clearly would be against our team rules, going by the way our small forwards prefer to stand stationary 30 metres away from BBB.

 

[giantroo]

 

[giantroo]

If anyone is interested in watching some of the 2019 highly rated prospects, #8 Noah Anderson,#11 Matthew Rowell, #5 Trent Bianco for Oakleigh.



#11 Rowell had 29 disposals,6 marks, 15 TACKLES, 5 i50s.
#5 Bianco 27 disposals, 4 i50s
#8 Anderson 19 disposals, kicked 2.1.


SANDRINGHAM DRAGONS

B: 10. J. Le Grice , 33. C. Watts, 7. J. Voss

HB: 13. L. Butler, 29. F. McAsey, 31. J. Worrell

C: 6. M. Bergman, 5. R. Byrnes, 11. H. Ralphsmith

HF: 9. N. Burke, 12. C. Dean, 36. O. Lewis

F: 15. A. Hanrahan, 28. R. Bowman, 39. B. O’Leary

R: 32. J. Bell, 4. F. Maginness, 1. J. Mahony

Int: 43. J. Bowey, 42. L. Cleary, 30. A. Courtney, 19. J. Goddard, 74. H. Loughnan, 37. W. Mackay, 16. J. Mifsud, 45. A. Perkins, 44. L. Riley

In: L. Riley, A. Perkins, L. Cleary, H. Loughnan

Out: D. Hipwell



OAKLEIGH CHARGERS

B: 52. N. Guiney, 49. H. Mastras, 34. V. Zagari

HB: 5. T. Bianco, 27. J. May, 39. R. McInnes

C: 9. W. Phillips, 3. J. Ayton-Delaney, 15. K. Schreiber

HF: 10. Z. Hart, 7. J. Robertson, 25. J. Ugle-Hagan

F: 29. F. Macrae, 30. S. Tucker, 23. D. Williams

R: 4. N. Bryan, 8. N. Anderson, 11. M. Rowell

Int: 33. N. Dempsey, 18. F. Elliot, 55. B. Fleming, 31. J. Hindson, 12. L. Jenkins, 24. B. Jepson, 19. D. Romero, 17. G. Varagiannis, 63. J. Woodfull

 

[giantroo]

Here are the Top 30 ball winners in the @NABLeague after 2 rounds.