Unofficial Preview 2020 Draft Discussion

[S Rioghal Mo Dhream]

Cant be happy with the knee.
Will be there at 4. Big call to pass.

But is it though?

Given the injury itself and how it occurred, is it a smart move to use our highest selection in close to two decades on him?

If we do end up recruiting him then do doubt our club has done it's due diligence, however I wouldn't be surprised at all if we overlooked him and recruited either a Phillips or Thilthorpe or maybe even split our pick.

Definitely interesting times ahead though

 

[Bugs1977]

Cant be happy with the knee.
Will be there at 4. Big call to pass.

If the club passes on him because they see something with the knee then I’m cool with that but as you say on talent alone it would be a huge call to pass on him. The next 2 weeks can’t come quick enough IMO.

 

[sven_inc]

It's subtle, but when someone is doing something as simple as jogging in a straight line, your feet should at the very least be pointing forward and your knee should not jolt inwards on the leading leg. The trailing leg should also hinge at the knee so the lower leg goes straight back, not flared out at an angle.

This isn't the perfect view as its not straight on but these same subtle issues speak of compensation for something hidden - usually at the ankle or hip.

Ideally the legs should look like pistons when they go up and down in linear sense without any added rotation.

It may be a big deal, it may never be a problem. Its just where my eyes go if someone's already had a nasty leg injury.

There was a Twitter post from the Hawks earlier this year showing Golds doing some post ACL rehab exercises and his mechanics were shocking - albeit he wasn't at 100% at the time. Its a much better example but it all speaks to same common issues that set athletes up to fail.

Edit: Found it!



0.45 and 1.56 show this a little more.

I should clarify too. I'm not saying his rehab has been poor or that his attitude hasn't been great, its just that the issues above seem to get missed alot which is criminal considering how important they are clinically.

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[S Rioghal Mo Dhream]

Jeka is ready

Definitely think we've nabbed a bargain here and that the kid is going to surprise a few.

Local kid and been watching him for a while.

Bloody ecstatic we managed to swindle him for nothing

 

[halfback dasher]

I should clarify too. I'm not saying his rehab has been poor or that his attitude hasn't been great, its just that the issues above seem to get missed alot which is criminal considering how important they are clinically.

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Mate I’m not linking any of what you have posted to my view ......it’s just my observation

 

[sven_inc]

Mate I’m not linking any of what you have posted to my view ......it’s just my observation

It wasn't in direct response to you at all, but your post did make me want to clarify things a little.

Appreciate your perspective!

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[TylerDurden]

Or maybe his rehab ....
I know I’ll cop it for this but looking at his current body shape I’m not sure how well he’s looked after himself during Covid . That may extend to his rehab .

Yeah he certainly doesn't look like a bloke who has been shifting steel.

 

[Falco131415]

Still think we are a massive show for Thilthorpe if the Crows pass. Who wouldn't want an agile 200cm forward that can swing in to the ruck. At this stage we have:

Patton - an injured truck
Obrien - almost a key forward
Jeka - raw
Gunston - 3rd tall

Almost comical.

I unlike others here still hold hope for a guy you've forgotten to mention (or don't rate).
Mitch Lewis. I think its up to Mitch himself if he wants to be Joe Average or step up & become a good AFL player.
Me being the ever optimist is leaning towards the later.

 

[S Rioghal Mo Dhream]

Yeah he certainly doesn't look like a bloke who has been shifting steel.

Definitely looks like he's shifted a few Snickers bars though

 

[halfback dasher]

 

[halfback dasher]

Just an observation

 

[Back Pocket Rocket]

I unlike others here still hold hope for a guy you've forgotten to mention (or don't rate).
Mitch Lewis. I think its up to Mitch himself if he wants to be Joe Average or step up & become a good AFL player.
Me being the ever optimist is leaning towards the later.

Yep, forgot him. But I don't think you say no to a Thilthorpe because of Mitch Lewis.

 

[Strapping Young Lad]

Adebisi may have some thoughts.

 

[Strapping Young Lad]

Just an observation

Been in a good paddock.

 

[Falco131415]

Yep, forgot him. But I don't think you say no to a Thilthorpe because of Mitch Lewis.

Interesting times BPR & draft I await with bated breath & excitement.

 

[halfback dasher]

Been in a good paddock.

So I’m not the only one that sees it ?

 

[Strapping Young Lad]

So I’m not the only one that sees it ?

Has definitely filled out.

 

[Hawk Dork]

Just an observation

More pizza less exercise with the lockdown

 

[S Rioghal Mo Dhream]

So I’m not the only one that sees it ?

Nah mate, kids definitely stacked it on which isn't a good sign.

I literally played this clip for the missus last night and pointed out the exact same thing

 

[HAWKSBESTEVA]

So I’m not the only one that sees it ?

Nah , you can see it in his face a bit too. He has stacked it on a bit but a pre season would trim him down to appropriate weight. Lucky you don’t lose your footy iq and skills in rehab !

 

[Suntory Boss Coffee]

Nah , you can see it in his face a bit too. He has stacked it on a bit but a pre season would trim him down to appropriate weight. Lucky you don’t lose your footy iq and skills in rehab !

Lose your fitness though
Hasnt been a full time mid before so i'm guessing his fitness base is already quite low, especially when you add in the ACL

 

[dermott]

Teams with multiple first round picks such as Adelaide, North and Essendon are in a better position to take a risk on Hollands. I prefer any of the others.

 

[hfc70]

Pick 4 ? Pass

 

[threesixpio]

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Pick 4 ? Pass

Looks like Xavier Ellis

Xavier Ellis

Age

36

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186cm

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4.6

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272.9

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D

9.6

3star

K

6.2

3star

HB

3.4

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4.0

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0.8

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these days. He was pick three wasn’t he?

 

[TylerDurden]