Traded Aiden Bonar [traded with future 4th to North Melbourne for future 3rd]

[Del191229]

Can't help but shake the feeling he's brought in to help his mate LDU as much as anything.

 

[Buzzasto DaSilva]

Can't help but shake the feeling he's brought in to help his mate LDU as much as anything.

I think you're really understating Bonar's ability. He will be an incredibly good player for North. So disappointed we couldn't get the best out of him and build a midfield around his talent and work ethic.

 

[Del191229]

I think you're really understating Bonar's ability. He will be an incredibly good player for North. So disappointed we couldn't get the best out of him and build a midfield around his talent and work ethic.

Oh I have no doubt about that, I'm not underestimating him.

I reckon we're looking to replicate the Stingrays midfield partnership.

 

[Vindicater]

Was hoping we could snag him.

Great pickup by North

 

[Rod Stroker]

I think you're really understating Bonar's ability. He will be an incredibly good player for North. So disappointed we couldn't get the best out of him and build a midfield around his talent and work ethic.

You can't seriously be unhappy with the current midfield you've "built"? We would have gladly taken Kelly or Tarranto off your hands instead if it would help you sleep better at night.

 

[Buzzasto DaSilva]

You can't seriously be unhappy with the current midfield you've "built"? We would have gladly taken Kelly or Tarranto off your hands instead if it would help you sleep better at night.

I'm not at all. Sorry it came across that way. I just really rate Aiden as a player and person.

 

[Del191229]

I'm not at all. Sorry it came across that way. I just really rate Aiden as a player and person.

Bonar's sweet 16

New recruit Aiden Bonar will take on Scott Thompson’s famous number 16 jumper.

www.nmfc.com.au

We clearly do too, giving him Scooter's old number straight off the bat.

 

[Rod Stroker]

Bonar's sweet 16

New recruit Aiden Bonar will take on Scott Thompson’s famous number 16 jumper.

www.nmfc.com.au

We clearly do too, giving him Scooter's old number straight off the bat.

Why wouldn't they gave him 8 next to LDU?

 

[Del191229]

Why wouldn't they gave him 8 next to LDU?

Bailey Scott would have a good claim on his old man's number.

Tarryn Thomas too. Phil Krakouer and Daniel Wells had it.

 

[Bollox]

Is this the guy that had two knee reco's before he was even drafted ?

 

[Del191229]

Is this the guy that had two knee reco's before he was even drafted ?

That's him, was rated best under 16 player in the country before them.

 

[Bollox]

That's him, was rated best under 16 player in the country before them.

by Popular Mechanics or Street Machine ?

 

[Buzzasto DaSilva]

by Popular Mechanics or Street Machine ?

What do you mean?

 

[GUMBLETRON]

What do you mean?

He means citation needed, given Bonar didn't even play in the U16 Championships due to injury.

 

[Del191229]

by Popular Mechanics or Street Machine ?

Bonar shaped as an early selection at this year's NAB AFL Draft a long way out before he was hit by a knee reconstruction in the lead-up to Vic Country's under-16 championships in 2015.

2017 Draft Guns: Aiden Bonar

Every draft has the story of the talented player struck by injury. In 2017, it's Aiden Bonar

www.westcoasteagles.com.au

 

[GWS Goose]

He means citation needed, given Bonar didn't even play in the U16 Championships due to injury.

These things are very subjective, but he is regularly described as being the best 15 or 16 yo in the country pre injury ( including about 50 times on the draft night that year. I remember every time the champion data rankings were bought up they mentioned he was excluded but was regarded as the best player blah blah) . Obviously there is a bit of hyperbole with the rating of young guys, especially if they have a detour of some sorts..... But It is not like he pulled the comment from no where

 

[The acurate one]

So.....

An intelligent young fella who is struggling a little in understanding positioning to go with his lack of confidence. A bit of work to do be done. The club at least sees where the focus needs to be with Aiden, so that's a solid start.

He did during one passage of play( match sim) display some of his talent. Swooped on a loose ball and hit the jets and blew off those trying to run him down, when you couple that speed with his strength you can really understand why North thought him worth a go.

A long road ahead but sheesh he could in a couple years be one of those rare solid gold nuggets from a dog turd pick trade.

 

[Peel67skin]

So.....

An intelligent young fella who is struggling a little in understanding positioning to go with his lack of confidence. A bit of work to do be done. The club at least sees where the focus needs to be with Aiden, so that's a solid start.

He did during one passage of play( match sim) display some of his talent. Swooped on a loose ball and hit the jets and blew off those trying to run him down, when you couple that speed with his strength you can really understand why North thought him worth a go.

A long road ahead but sheesh he could in a couple years be one of those rare solid gold nuggets from a dog turd pick trade.

Just need him to avoid any serious injuries. Two ACL already.

 

[The Filth Wizard]

Just need him to avoid any serious injuries. Two ACL already.

For sure. The good thing is the time since his last ACL is steadily extending.

 

[GWS Goose]

I reckon he is a ripper and you'll do well with him. Those injuries would have hampered his development which is probably why he needs a bit work on positioning and alike.
I would have liked to keep him.

 

[Kangaroos4eva]

The club really rates him. Still very young and showed a lot as a medium defender.

 

[GWS Goose]

The club really rates him. Still very young and showed a lot as a medium defender.

Really happy for him.
I'm still hopeful he becomes a really good player.
I don't watch him as closely as you guys probably do these days, but I ve seen a few signs he will be a good player.

 

[Kangaroos4eva]

Really happy for him.
I'm still hopeful he becomes a really good player.
I don't watch him as closely as you guys probably do these days, but I ve seen a few signs he will be a good player.

Just seemed lost as a midfielder and forward, but the game is simplified for him down back. Allows him to use his strength, leap and pace properly.

 

[AnEmptyChair]

Just seemed lost as a midfielder and forward, but the game is simplified for him down back. Allows him to use his strength, leap and pace properly.

He's a nice kick with a cool head on him coming out of D50 too. I'm really bullish on Bon being a good player for a long time for us.