probably helps that its a full time thing these days, where back then most of their games they played, they also worked full time so couldn't dedicate your time to 100% footy; easier to get injuries and your body wasnt equipped to longivity.
Mick was also in the grip of some extracurricular activities during his time. Loved a beer, loved a punt, probably a bit too much.
Not much has changed I reckon.
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As mentioned a few months ago, he is not a top 20 prospect at this stageGiven his good bottom age year, he didn't even get picked in the academy. Surprised.
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He's in the top 25. Lots of talent next year. I imagine they'll add more to this academy squad next year.
He has all next year to improve. I still think he ends up a first round pick
He will. I reckon top 15. We dont want him to go too high anyway
Given his good bottom age year, he didn't even get picked in the academy. Surprised.
Family ties, Academy guns loom large in 2025 AFL Academy squad
The Marsh AFL National Academy Boys squad has been revealed, with some familiar names among the 28 players selected
In the end, it doesn't really matter. He will still be a first rounder and he'll end up here no matter -- academy or not. Just means he can spend more time in CTL
Is he a decent runner?Tommy at jets preseason tonight
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Yes, he does pretty well.
No, nothing in life is for sure but already tracking to be one just a matter if he can push into the top 10, which will be dependant on his development in his draft year.
Pre-season training in November for U18s - wow! It's a serious affair these days, even for junior footballers!! There was a time when a preparation of six or so weeks would have been considered adequate, even for senior VFL players.Tommy at jets preseason tonight
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Yeah I reckon U18's didn't train this year untl after christmas, but looks like some are starting early. It'll be good for him to get back into it. Getting better every day.
But harsher to have pre-Christmas training become commonplace when you also had to work a full time job and provide for a wife and somewhere between 3 and 7 kids in addition to playing footy.
If you’re looking for young speed. 16 year old QLD Gout Gout is something else, better that Usain Bolt at the same age. Maybe too late for NGA
lucky he went into sprinting otherwise the lions would have another one.
You only need to look at Usain Bolt's failed ventures into other sports to know that there's a lot more to making it in a sport than size and speed.If you’re looking for young speed. 16 year old QLD Gout Gout is something else, better that Usain Bolt at the same age. Maybe too late for NGA
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