Player Watch #27 Justin McInerney

[Kennedy Parker]

Justin McInerney
Sydney Swans youngster Justin McInerney

27

Justin Mcinerney

Age

24

Ht

189cm

Wt

83kg

Pos.

M/F

Career

Season

Last 5

D

10.2

3star

K

4.4

2star

HB

5.8

4star

M

1.8

2star

T

2.0

4star

CL

0.6

3star

D

12.5

3star

K

5.3

2star

HB

7.3

4star

M

2.3

2star

T

2.0

3star

CL

0.5

3star

D

10.2

3star

K

4.4

2star

HB

5.8

4star

M

1.8

2star

T

2.0

4star

CL

0.6

3star

is lightning-quick, an endurance machine and a clean user of the footy who’s best used on a wing or at half-back. The Northern Knights product was called up for his AFL debut against Melbourne at the SCG in Round 4, 2019, and although he wouldn’t feature at the top level again in his first year at the club, he was a stand-out in the NEAFL. McInerney is eyeing more opportunities at senior level in 2020.

Justin McInerney

27

Justin Mcinerney

Age

24

Ht

189cm

Wt

83kg

Pos.

M/F

Career

Season

Last 5

D

10.2

3star

K

4.4

2star

HB

5.8

4star

M

1.8

2star

T

2.0

4star

CL

0.6

3star

D

12.5

3star

K

5.3

2star

HB

7.3

4star

M

2.3

2star

T

2.0

3star

CL

0.5

3star

D

10.2

3star

K

4.4

2star

HB

5.8

4star

M

1.8

2star

T

2.0

4star

CL

0.6

3star

DOB: 18 August 2000
DEBUT: 2019
DRAFT: #44, 2018 National Draft
RECRUITED FROM: Banyule (Vic)/Marcellin College (Vic)/Northern U18

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[SM]

He's one of the players who I would feel comfortable as stepping into the gap if Warner/Heeney were tagged out of a game, his run and kicking ability are hugely important to how we go about it.

 

[liz]

Rampe is a bit like Gilchrist. He broke the mould of keeper/batsman.
Rampe has broken the mould of 3rd tall/goal keeper. He has been undersized and played on every key tall known. He has scrambled against the best smalls. You need pace to scramble in defense and go with the smalls on occaision.

Sorry, this is of the McInerney topic but I'm responding to where the post was made.

Rampe's been great, but I dispute that he broke the mould. His attributes are very similar to those of Craig Bolton, while for ages we also had Leapin' Leo playing as fullback (as well as a Blakey-style rebounder and with the speed to play on smalls if needed).

There are probably many more from other clubs who've done similarly, if I could be bothered to scan my memory for their names. Dale Morris is one that does spring to mind easily. A tiny bit taller than Ramps but still short of the nominal height for a key defender. Dylan Grimes at Richmond is taller still, but not quite the ideal height for a key defender nowadays, yet he's played that role successfully while also being able to play on smaller players.

 

[Citrus22]

This guy is just low key tearing it up this year, completely going under the radar of the opposition. Watching him burst away with speed through the middle with only a few minutes left is a testament to both his endurance and explosive power. Stick him anywhere and he'll fix the problem.

 

[MR0808]

This guy is just low key tearing it up this year, completely going under the radar of the opposition. Watching him burst away with speed through the middle with only a few minutes left is a testament to both his endurance and explosive power. Stick him anywhere and he'll fix the problem.

His speed basically closed the book on the game for us!

 

[The King!]

This guy is just low key tearing it up this year, completely going under the radar of the opposition. Watching him burst away with speed through the middle with only a few minutes left is a testament to both his endurance and explosive power. Stick him anywhere and he'll fix the problem.

Yep Gulden Warner and Heeney are like the beatles, Rowbottom is Ringo, but Jmac drives the bus around at least

 

[mcs095]

Going totally under the radar because of the 'fab four', but he is putting together some season this year. Outrageously good again today.

 

[BarneyBent]

Even though he doesn't get it as much as some players, good things just happen when he's around it. Whether he's dropping back to help in defence, or taking the footy into attack, he just makes things better. He's a bit Kennelly-like in that respect. Not big numbers but impact-per-touch is right up there.

 

[zyzzbruh]

Best winger in the comp. Name someone who's better than him

 

[bloodsbigot]

Yep Gulden Warner and Heeney are like the beatles, Rowbottom is Ringo, but Jmac drives the bus around at least

I guess Parker or Mills is Pete Best then.

 

[Superstar swan]

Absolutely gone to another level this year and no one has noticed. He's improved his break away power and has quickly become a valuable line breaker for us. Whilst he still makes mistakes, his composure has been terrific. Awesome season

 

[the hypnotoad]

in the last minute, mcinerney still running full tilt, didn't simply "find" papley with that 40m pass across his body, he put the ball to the only place papley could lead to it ... it was gulden-esque
mcinerney might be the most underrated player in the league outside the swans community, and even inside it in some cases
he's quick, skilful, a relentless tackler, and much stronger and tougher than he looks

 

[RilesMacca]

Had a great game today, his toughness and inside game has heavily improved this year

 

[Kbroome]

McInerney could be in top 5 or so in the Bob Skilton Medal. Ultra consistent quality output season from him

 

[JackHiscoxWasFast]

Jmac is looking fast again, pre injury fast. This is a great sign and I for one am delighted, because fast players win premierships.

 

[Ed_Gein]

PCL injury... How long are they? Usually a while I think...

Good thing Parker and Mills are back.

 

[Punts]

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The best winger in the comp

Showed he plays inside to

 

[wills2g]

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The best winger in the comp

Showed he plays inside to

Will be back for finals still a ways out

Just not sure how extended sideline will affect him when he comes back

 

[Heeney2Franklin]

Such a nothing incident as well so random

 

[Heeney2Franklin]

PCL injury... How long are they? Usually a while I think...

Good thing Parker and Mills are back.

~6-7

 

[Dubai Quacker]

~6-7

All speculation at this point.

Nerve wracking wait for the scan results.

 

[Heeney2Franklin]

All speculation at this point.

Nerve wracking wait for the scan results.

Yes because we dont exactly have a like to like replacement.

Campbell maybe?

 

[TheMase]

Walking with the boys after the game it didn’t seem like he seemed super stressed about it. Hopefully it’s minor

 

[JackHiscoxWasFast]

Will be back for finals still a ways out

Just not sure how extended sideline will affect him when he comes back

Took him at least a year to hit top speed after his first knee injury - only just got back to pre injury pace.

Hope this is a minor episode

 

[grimlock]

Yes because we dont exactly have a like to like replacement.

Campbell maybe?

Not exactly a like for like but in terms of versatility Mills could be that player. Can play inside, outside, back. Not sure about his nous as a forward though.

 

[The King!]

Hopefully ok, was odd how quick he subbed out and how innocuous it was, was it bad luck? carrying something? I know nothing about PCLs though.