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Reading some comments, he projects as a will day type player..a big yes if thats true
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thanks. personally i wouldn't put that ahead of the need for lalor traits or even draper traits but thats just me.
What’s laylors disposal like?
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the draft watchers are saying better than drapers kick substantially
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Draft Intel: 10 players to watch in Coates Talent League Grand Final as Levi Ashcroft goes for history
Brisbane Lions father-son prospect Levi Ashcroft is vying for a historic feat as he prepares to lead the Sandringham Dragons to another Grand Final. But he’s not the only top draft prospect who will be in action.
Chris Cavanagh
September 19, 2024 - 6:00AM
Levi Ashcroft headlines the draft prospects in action this weekend.
Brisbane Lions father-son prospect Levi Ashcroft has a chance to make history as he prepares to lead a star-studded Sandringham Dragons into another Coates Talent League Grand Final on Saturday.
The Dragons will be in search of a premiership three-peat when they face off with the Greater Western Victoria Rebels at Ikon Park.
Should they achieve the feat, Ashcroft would become the first player in the competition’s history to win three under-18 flags.
Will Ashcroft (left) and Levi Ashcroft (right) played in a 2022 premiership together for the Sandringham Dragons. Their father Marcus (centre) was a three-time Brisbane Lions premiership player.
One of the youngest players in this year’s draft pool, Ashcroft does not celebrate his 18th birthday until December 18.
However, he has proven a dominant force in underage football this season and racked up 33 disposals and two goals to help the Dragons to a 51-point win over the Stingrays in last week’s preliminary final.
“He’s just a proven winner,” Sandringham Dragons coach Rob Harding said of Ashcroft.
“I couldn’t have been more impressed with Levi this year.”
The Rebels will be looking to spoil the Dragons’ party in what is their first Grand Final appearance since 1997.
That year, the team which was then known as the North Ballarat Rebels scored a 35-point win over the Dandenong Stingrays.
Adam Goodes – who went on to win two AFL premierships and was a two-time Brownlow medallist – kicked six goals for the Rebels in that triumph.
Sam Lalor will miss the Grand Final for the Rebels as he continues his recovery from a hamstring strain. Picture: Getty Images
Recruiters will be out in force on Saturday, with more than a dozen likely draft picks set to feature in the decider.
However, Rebels midfielder-forward Sam Lalor (hamstring) and Dragons defender Luke Trainor (concussion protocols) will miss the clash.
Both are considered top-10 prospects for November’s national draft.
Saturday’s match kicks off at 1.15pm, following the Coates Talent League Girls Grand Final between the Oakleigh Chargers and the Eastern Ranges at 10.45am.
The girls Grand Final is a rematch of the 2023 decider, which the Chargers won by seven points.
10 PLAYERS TO WATCH IN COATES TALENT LEAGUE BOYS GRAND FINAL
Levi Ashcroft (Sandringham Dragons)
We say: The younger brother of Brisbane Lions young gun Will, the midfielder is vying for a third Coates Talent League premiership in as many years after also featuring for the Dragons in their 2022 and 2023 titles.
Jonty Faull (GWV Rebels)
We say: A 195cm key forward, Faull was sidelined until June with a back injury but has gone on to have a big second half of the year. He kicked five of the Rebels’ 10 goals in last week’s qualifying final win over the Oakleigh Chargers, following on from four goals in the quarter-final the previous week.
Harry Armstrong (Sandringham Dragons)
We say: A strong-marking 195cm key forward, Armstrong has been discussed as a top-10 pick ever since his stunning game against Vic Country in the last match of the under-18 national championships. He booted four goals from 13 disposals and five marks in the quarter-final win over the Calder Cannons.
Oliver Hannaford (GWV Rebels)
We say: While he is a handy player at either end, Hannaford has jumped up in draft calculations since switching from halfback to half-forward in the second half of the year. He kicked a bag of five goals against Oakleigh in round 18 and stood out with six goals in the a quarter-final win over Geelong.
They say: “This kid can just play both ends. He’s got such high end speed, such quick reactions off the mark. He’s so powerful and aggressive. His forward pressure’s A-grade, it’s elite, but he can also hit the scoreboard.” – Rebels coach David Loader
Murphy Reid (Sandringham Dragons)
We say: A 180cm midfielder, Reid has been a consistent performer at all levels this year. He wins clearances and ground ball, is clean and composed with ball in hand and can go forward and kick goals. He had 25 disposals, six clearances and eight score involvements in last week’s preliminary final.
They say: “Eyes in the back of his head, Murph, is probably the best way to describe it. He’s got such great vision and creativity and understanding around the contest.” – Dragons coach Rob Harding.
Jack Ough (GWV Rebels)
We say: A powerful 194cm midfielder who wins plenty of contested ball and clearances, Ough has only got better as the year has gone on. His three finals have all been among his top-four rated games this year. He racked up 22 disposals, seven clearances, eight score involvements and a goal in the preliminary final win over Oakleigh.
Sam Marshall (Sandringham Dragons)
We say: Available to the Brisbane Lions as an Academy player,
Harry Charleson (GWV Rebels)
We say: The younger brother of Port Adelaide’s Lachlan Charleson, the 182cm rebounding defender has had an impressive year with the Rebels and Vic Country. He has been a little quieter in recent weeks, but has still had some good moments.
Harrison Oliver (Sandringham Dragons)
We say: A small rebounding defender with a piercing left-foot kick, Oliver loves to take the game on and break the lines from the back half. He is combative in the contest and sets up scoring chains from the back half.
Floyd Burmeister (GWV Rebels)
We say: An exciting and mobile 198cm tall with a background in athletics, Burmeister has featured as a key forward and ruckman this year. While still raw, there is plenty of upside there. Burmeister logged 11 disposals, three marks, four hit-outs and four score involvements in last week’s preliminary final.
I rate Draper but I feel like the other two suits us more. If we drafted Draper, I certainly wouldn’t be upset
Haven’t you heard? The rebuild is over. No need to go to the draft anymore. We are just topping up now.
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A solid rather than spectacular performance from Murphy Reid was all that was needed for the Dragons to roll over the top of the Stingrays, recording a comfortable win and booking their place in another Talent League grand final. While not a dominant display, Murphy was as always a prime mover for Sandy at stoppage and heavily involved in their attacking wave run through the middle with his elite decision making and classy disposal a feature.
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surely Lalor or Draper are the type we need. Someone that is explosive around / away from the stoppage.
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A genuine 3rd tall swingman, where does he play back or forward?
A genuine 3rd tall swingman, where does he play back or forward?
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At a bare minimum..
And that's not even the best team with guys like Lalor, FOS, Faull etc missing through injury related issues/lack of games.
I reckon SA's only winner might be Alex Dodson by position.
Got it very close with those 3 star ones but just thought Travaglia had most upside and development long term especially physically
Very much reminds me of Will Day which was also mentioned by the espn guy and I’m confident he will follow a similar path
Highly competive ball carrier who can get it inside and outside has good height run and carry , disposal is clean , very good overhead . Also has exceptional versatility
Better than Welsh? Surely not?
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More versatile and well rounded, that's why one is in 1st round discussion and the others not.
Miles better, would love him.
This is concerning... Welsh was touted a decent draft prospect ... But since moving under our development doesn't seem to have progressed
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He's absolutely worth a shot as a 3rd tall/medium Forward....I don't see him as a KPF.
How many draftees played at the State League Level in a basically highly underperforming rteam?
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My worry with someone like that is we will be confused how to develop him
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I get this and it is a thought but it could also be us hiding him by getting him Goddened
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