Player Watch #7: Zane Duursma - out for 2024, undergoing shoulder surgery

[FromThePocketx]

Actually a bit bigger than expected when seeing him in person, taking down Steele like that also wouldn’t be the easiest.

 

[Psicosis]

Getting Fyfe vibes. Surprised at how quickly he’s been able to put on size… Looks bigger through the shoulders and legs.

 

[My Left Foote]

So say it quietly but his relaxed style and the way he moved and kicked reminded me a lot of Tarryn

As long as Duursma's Insta game doesn't remind you of Tarryn then you don't have to whisper it.

A learned talent spotter told a learned Mod (The Filth Wizard) that Duursma was our Tarryn replacement, I suspect there will be many more drawing this comparison as his career progresses.

 

[krakouers]

A learned talent spotter told a learned Mod (The Filth Wizard) that Duursma was our Tarryn replacement.

Heed this warning, a mod is often wrong…

 

[The Dingrel]

You probably wont appreciate the comparison but he always reminded me of Hird in his junior year. Especially during his stints in the middle pushing forward.

Probably will need a few preseasons in the gym but lots of talent. Great hands yesterday.

Thats actually a good comparison!.....If memory serves me right he's taller Hird though.

 

[nelroo]

You probably wont appreciate the comparison but he always reminded me of Hird in his junior year. Especially during his stints in the middle pushing forward.

Probably will need a few preseasons in the gym but lots of talent. Great hands yesterday.

Just about to post that.

A young Hird the way he moves.

 

[SunnyBoner]

Great highlights from Zane. Some appalling decisions from the umpires in the clip as well.

 

[Kanga Glory]

Gary Lyon "On the couch" has real x factor about him. Went to say could be the best of the draft but stopped short

 

[Northball]

How's the tap @ 1.47 to Kerch I think.

Its great to have these kids who think so quickly and choose good creative options.

Was about to mention that exact tap Ferbs, might have even been to CZ at a glance but either way holy smokes… he plays surprisingly tall

 

[hotchilli]

Surprised me yesterday with his ability to read the play.

Looked a bit off the pace with some of his defensive running but I assume that's going to grow as his tank gets better.

 

[ansonholt]

Two clear marks that weren't paid is well. One of them 20m out, slight angle. Missed the shot at the end too, so could have had 4 goals. In his first game against live adult opposition.

 

[shinboner magic]

How quick does this guy read the flight of the ball.
Very promising debut- looked a seasoned player.
Should be in front of sleevo and Curtis for rd 1

 

[bennymate]

Bont regen

 

[Greater Gattsby]

Just a class above, really exciting to have him at our club

 

[Psicosis]

Is a very unique prospect. In the last 24 hours I’ve had neutrals compare him to Gunston, Fritsch, Burgoyne and Fyfe. Thankfully if anyone can develop him to maximise his potential, it’s our “c*ck sucker” coach.

 

[Ashley B]

Just watched his highlights pleasantly surprised how good he looks. Can’t understand why that mark he took 20 metres out wasn’t paid and what happened to his kick from the last mark he took ?

 

[The Dingrel]

Gary Lyon "On the couch" has real x factor about him. Went to say could be the best of the draft but stopped short

It did cross my mind!

 

[The Dingrel]

Just watched his highlights pleasantly surprised how good he looks. Can’t understand why that mark he took 20 metres out wasn’t paid and what happened to his kick from the last mark he took ?

I think it was just too good for the umpire in his limited intellectual capacity to fathom that it was possible for a skinny rookie to actually take that mark.

 

[Engimal v3]

While I loved his performance yesterday, I'm mostly excited that there is now genuine competition for forward spots. The cream will rise to the top.

 

[marklovesbeer]

Getting Fyfe vibes. Surprised at how quickly he’s been able to put on size… Looks bigger through the shoulders and legs.

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My brother is a Freo supporter & I said something similar today.

 

[Ashley B]

While I loved his performance yesterday, I'm mostly excited that there is now genuine competition for forward spots. The cream will rise to the top.

Agree, said yesterday there will be times now in a game we will be able to score quickly and heavily which will hopefully get us wins ,we have options . However , I think our more attacking style will lead to the opposition still being able to do the same . Midfield defensive mindset will start to improve to help rectify this and help our inexperienced defence.

 

[KillaKanga]

Just watched his highlights pleasantly surprised how good he looks. Can’t understand why that mark he took 20 metres out wasn’t paid and what happened to his kick from the last mark he took ?

I think he got too close to the man on the mark. Got dangerously close on his 2nd set shot as well. He'll work it out.

I really like the Hird comparison. Will have Hird's build, smarts and skills over his career. Exciting times!!

 

[Event Horizon]

Just watched his highlights pleasantly surprised how good he looks. Can’t understand why that mark he took 20 metres out wasn’t paid and what happened to his kick from the last mark he took ?

The mark wasn't paid because the umpire was blindsided. From the camera angle it was a clear mark

 

[Shermanator]

Just watched his highlights pleasantly surprised how good he looks. Can’t understand why that mark he took 20 metres out wasn’t paid and what happened to his kick from the last mark he took ?

Kicking into a 6 goal breeze and he was cooked after his first real hit out - they all were.

This kid is going to get Roo supporters off their seats. Just wait until we hit finals - BGZ!!

 

[maddiemelb]

Sharing this shot here since Zane loved it so much. Kanga lotto suits him!