News Aidyn Johnson signs with Tatura

[Marsh1870]

http://www.portadelaidefc.com.au/news/2017-10-23/johnson-commits-to-new-contract-

Aidyn Johnson has signed on for a further two years

Aidyn Johnson will remain at Alberton until at least the end of the 2019 season after committing to a new contract.

General Manager of Football Chris Davies says the 19-year-old showed his potential after earning his AFL debut and playing five games in the 2017 season.

http://www.portadelaidefc.com.au/news/2017-10-23/johnson-commits-to-new-contract-

 

[rumoursofwinter]

I love AJ! It's strange it took so long for this contract to be finalised. Oh well.

 

[Ford Fairlane]

Well done AJ. Showing glimpses of being a high impact (literally and figuratively) half forward.

 

[snozulu]

cool good to hear onwards and upwards for Johnson.

 

[Smithy7]

Speedy Power forward re-signs until 2019
PORT Adelaide forward Aidyn Johnson will remain with the Power until at least the end of 2019.
The 19-year-old has signed a two-year contract extension after making his AFL debut and playing five games in 2017.
"Physically, I’m feeling really good now after having trouble with injuries during my first season," Johnson said.
"Having had a taste of AFL footy this year I’m determined to earn a regular spot in the side."
more...
http://www.afl.com.au/news/2017-10-23/speedy-power-forward-johnson-resigns-until-2019

Hope to see Aidyn in that Guernsey a few more times in 2018

 

[Jack Grange]

Speedy Power forward re-signs until 2019
PORT Adelaide forward Aidyn Johnson will remain with the Power until at least the end of 2019.
The 19-year-old has signed a two-year contract extension after making his AFL debut and playing five games in 2017.
"Physically, I’m feeling really good now after having trouble with injuries during my first season," Johnson said.
"Having had a taste of AFL footy this year I’m determined to earn a regular spot in the side."
more...
http://www.afl.com.au/news/2017-10-23/speedy-power-forward-johnson-resigns-until-2019
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Hope to see Ayden in that Guernsey a few more times in 2018

He just reminds me of a young lad when/as his confidence grows and his knowing that he belongs he will be a very good player. As he develops physically and gains confidence in his body (injuries put him back initially) I think he will be a beauty...plus he is deceptively tall.

 

[Relativity]

I love AJ! It's strange it took so long for this contract to be finalised. Oh well.

Port were probably waiting to see how much tpp was left after trade week before making an offer.

 

[RossFC]

I support this 2 year deal. Especially since Krak and Monfries are gone.

Neade and Johnson are our small forward depth now.

 

[Macca19]

Showed good signs in glimpses through the 2nd half of the season. Really think he can become a good consistent performer in the next couple of years

 

[Boxx]

According to my email... Young has re-signed!

 

[Doctor Feel]

He could be similar to Cameron in the Crows side imo.

 

[raman]

He could be similar to Cameron in the Crows side imo.

2018 pick 12 coming our way.

 

[scottjr]

I'm a fan. Good to see the club back him in.

 

[Schulzenfest]

Not unhappy that he's signed on again, but what is with us and giving everyone two year deals? I wouldn't say he's shown enough to suggest that we want to be locked into him until 2019.

 

[raman]

Not unhappy that he's signed on again, but what is with us and giving everyone two year deals? I wouldn't say he's shown enough to suggest that we want to be locked into him until 2019.

Mutual good faith. I don’t mind it.

 

[Byrons Firen]

Not unhappy that he's signed on again, but what is with us and giving everyone two year deals? I wouldn't say he's shown enough to suggest that we want to be locked into him until 2019.

Bear in mind he's 19. Clearly the manic desire is there hence his intense approach to the ball and the oppo.
Not sure he's got the body as yet to be throwing himself around like he does. Probably swallowed Ken's pressure acts hook line n sinker
and who could blame the kid. Personally i'd like to see him tone down the crash bash and focus more on his disposal and option
decision making. With Rockliff and Motlop added to the mix his opportunities might be limited, then again he got a guernsey for China
so who knows.

Anyway congrats Aidyn all the best. Another pre-season and who knows.

 

[Power Raid]

well done Aidyn

 

[simmo_bc]

For someone that has played ~ 20 games of footy over the past 3 years, this kid is the real deal. Love his forward half pressure and his foot speed is something else, the quickest I've seen since Wade Thompson.

Our squad is really starting to take shape, love what we've been doing especially after moving on guys like Ah Chee et al that just aren't going to make it.

 

[DazalenkoUBewty]

 

[yepits2020]

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He could be similar to Cameron in the Crows side imo.

i have been thinking that also...still has four years to get to Cameron!s age but I think he is a couple of years ahead.

 

[Nemisis]

Well done AJ. Showing glimpses of being a high impact (literally and figuratively) half forward.

High impact all right! He goes in without fear or favour ... reckless at times ... just needs to steady once in a while.

 

[LeoMessi]

Not unhappy that he's signed on again, but what is with us and giving everyone two year deals? I wouldn't say he's shown enough to suggest that we want to be locked into him until 2019.

The way I see it, only 30+ year old players get one year deals as there's questions marks their bodies and/or forms can sustain the rigours of AFL at the twilight of their careers. Them and some depth players.
I don't see an issue with this 2 year deal to be honest. He has shown a bit this kid possibly enough to find himself in the best 22.

 

[King_Steele]

Fantastic news.

 

[Us against the rest]

Good signing. Hope Aidyn can consolidate as spot in the AFL side in 2018.

 

[Duck Farmer]

Not unhappy that he's signed on again, but what is with us and giving everyone two year deals? I wouldn't say he's shown enough to suggest that we want to be locked into him until 2019.

Two years seems fair for a 19 y.o with potential who's not on big dollars.