VFL 2024 VFL Thread

[Bulldogs85]

We have found a player In Lachlan Smith

 

[maddog37]

We have found a player In Lachlan Smith

Looks that way.

Might be a bit of a tweener though.

 

[Wizard17]

CCP - 34 disposals, 8 Tackles, 15 clearances.

Wouldn't mind giving him a shot as a rookie

 

[VitalDread]

CCP - 34 disposals, 8 Tackles, 15 clearances.

Wouldn't mind giving him a shot as a rookie

Clubs rate games in G and Marvel so much more
Great signs for him

 

[Rookie]

Is CCP the guy who was in our academy a few years back? Been a slow burn if so, a shame we didn't use two picks at the mid season draft.

 

[VitalDread]

Is CCP the guy who was in our academy a few years back? Been a slow burn if so, a shame we didn't use two picks at the mid season draft.

Yep
Was part of the first patch of Academy players

 

[DognBones]

Best: Craig-Peters, Smith, Bianco, Busslinger. I think Poulter was rested in the last quarter. Bedendo kicked 3 as did Baker but against very undermanned opposition.
When watching the reserves/VFL team you are looking for players who you think have the potential and talent to make the next step. Clarke to me is neither one thing or another. Not a genuine small forward and lacks the pace and finesse to be a half forward flanker. Not giving up on him just yet but I think he's most probably reached his level.
Bedendo is kicking his 2 or 3 goals quite regularly which is a good contribution but I can't see that he has the attributes in strength or agility to step up either.
Smith is a revelation in the ruck. He just knows how to impose himself in the contest and, above all, he's smart. Can he become an AFL ruckman with his lack of height? Could he play as a marking forward with more development? It will be very interesting watching him in the next couple of years.
The only query on Busslinger is his ability to stand one-on-one with much stronger opponents in the AFL. Apart from that, he has the skill and positioning of a very effective key position player. Needs an opportunity before he gets discouraged and wants to go home.
Jones had a very good game today and found space on numerous occasions. We would need to see more of this on a consistent basis and to improve his tackling to be considered for promotion. Khamis was mostly good as an interceptor but he is being type cast as a very good VFL player. Remember, he's into his 6th year with us for 18 games.

 

[my plums]

Can we add CCP to our list for free at the end of the year? Or too late?

 

[Testekill]

Can we add CCP to our list for free at the end of the year? Or too late?

Not for free, we'll have to take him in the draft.

 

[PocketRocket08]

Best: Craig-Peters, Smith, Bianco, Busslinger. I think Poulter was rested in the last quarter. Bedendo kicked 3 as did Baker but against very undermanned opposition.
When watching the reserves/VFL team you are looking for players who you think have the potential and talent to make the next step. Clarke to me is neither one thing or another. Not a genuine small forward and lacks the pace and finesse to be a half forward flanker. Not giving up on him just yet but I think he's most probably reached his level.
Bedendo is kicking his 2 or 3 goals quite regularly which is a good contribution but I can't see that he has the attributes in strength or agility to step up either.
Smith is a revelation in the ruck. He just knows how to impose himself in the contest and, above all, he's smart. Can he become an AFL ruckman with his lack of height? Could he play as a marking forward with more development? It will be very interesting watching him in the next couple of years.
The only query on Busslinger is his ability to stand one-on-one with much stronger opponents in the AFL. Apart from that, he has the skill and positioning of a very effective key position player. Needs an opportunity before he gets discouraged and wants to go home.
Jones had a very good game today and found space on numerous occasions. We would need to see more of this on a consistent basis and to improve his tackling to be considered for promotion. Khamis was mostly good as an interceptor but he is being type cast as a very good VFL player. Remember, he's into his 6th year with us for 18 games.

How dumb is this post.
Clarke is 20 and a lot of guys are getting drafted in there mid 20’s and his reached his peak. Also coming off illness and injury. Terrible comment

 

[Jack Richards]

Surely Busslinger is knocking on the door. He looks good.

 

[NthBondiDoggies]

What was the score?

 

[Testekill]

What was the score?

59 - 97 our way

 

[NthBondiDoggies]

59 - 97 our way

Thanks

 

[doggiesin08]

Not for free, we'll have to take him in the draft.

Bit annoying we didn't add him to the list on a 6-month contract when we still have a list spot free. Feel like he'd be a chance to play next week with both Harmes and VDM doing hammies.

 

[Testekill]

Bit annoying we didn't add him to the list on a 6-month contract when we still have a list spot free. Feel like he'd be a chance to play next week with both Harmes and VDM doing hammies.

He certainly would be handy, he'd be ideal as that 7th mid coming off of the HFF.

 

[King Harold]

Is account indigenous ?

 

[Testekill]

Is account indigenous ?

Account? Do you mean Craig-Peters? Then yes, he actually designed our Doug Nichols round jumper like last year or the year before.

 

[King Harold]

Account? Do you mean Craig-Peters? Then yes, he actually designed our Doug Nichols round jumper like last year or the year before.

Bloody spellcheck
Thanks Test,
Could he be a small defender at AFL level ?

 

[Testekill]

Bloody spellcheck
Thanks Test,
Could he be a small defender at AFL level ?

More suited to be a forward rotating through the middle like West is.

 

[NthBondiDoggies]

Would have been very happy to take the Soviet (CCCP) - was my pick. Just has grit and is the best player in the leading team in the VFL.

Maybe coaches thought he had McComb vibes but he is young and since going into the midfield has been racking up CP’s and has genuine power - a nugget.

On the other hand I do like that they have gone for an option based on needs - fast small forward.

• VDM has not worked out as a goal kicker and aerial not good enough or decisions making to be a small defender. Would have thought he could be an OK wing but that doesn’t appear have worked either. The kid gives his all and has speed so is being given very opportunity - and has played some decent games.
• Clarke is the most natural forward has shown glimpses but is a long way off. Reckon he will make it with one more preseason - needs to develop his power
• Artie was the front runner but has not improved (good game yesterday and I feel we are a better team with him in it but just drops too many balls after working hard to get into good spots )
• McNeil has some of the components and is in the team but has not taken any of his many opportunities

West, Weightman and Garcia are decent but need genuine small forward - West and Garcia will ultimately play heavy forward minutes.

If the Soviet was a small defender he would have been selected.

 

[Next Waiting]

Lions next week, Freo are post bye

Actually, this is not the case

Lions Friday 7th June
Freo Saturday 15th June
Bye
Norf Saturday 29th June

 

[flipper83]

Bit annoying we didn't add him to the list on a 6-month contract when we still have a list spot free. Feel like he'd be a chance to play next week with both Harmes and VDM doing hammies.

Is he still cat b rookie eligible? Pretty sure they can be added to the list at any stage.

 

[JTCWBFC]

Going to have to deep into the vfl again given we have to replace 4 players this week - even with red and libba back.

 

[BallaratBulldog]

At lest the VFL side has wins in the bank on that front. Even if they drop a few they will be top four.