Draft discusson thread

[Bacchus]

IMO Lynch is enough as a backup. No need to waste a rookie spot on one of those guys.

Good point.

 

[daddy_4_eyes]

So from what I can gather, the options are:

Gaff - Safe option, probable 200 gamer & will give consistent performance over 4 qtrs, but not likely be break a game apart.
Polec - Possibly a match winner, has holes in his game, could be another Swift
Heppell - Great mark, great disposal, above average athleticism. but more of a HBF than a genuine midfielder at this stage.

 

[maxrm]

Been at home sick today so I've spent a lot of time researching players and looking at videos.

ATM my #1 choice would be Polec, is exactly what we need. He breaks the lines, kicks goals, has a penetrating left foot kick, and has been ripping it up in the SANFL seniors. Heres a video of him vs Norwood in the SANFL: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u1JQLWGdzXA Theres also a youtube video of him vs Glenelg there.

Been talking to a few of our potential draftees on facebook. I've spoken to Jed Lamb, who seemed like a really good bloke and said WC have spoken to him a couple times and he doesnt care where his drafted. Doubt he'll be around for our 2nd rounder though.
Also spoke to Jared Polec, he seemed like a great bloke, wasn't being a twat which a lot of people say he is. He said WC have spoken to him and he'd doesn't care where his drafted, it's his dream to play AFL and he's happy to go anywhere.
Spoke to Jamie Cripps as well, said WC have shown a lot of interest.
And was just talking to Sammy Crocker. He said WC hadn't spoken to him (but freo had) so it seems doubtful he'll be pulling on a blue and gold jumper next year. But he mentioned his best mate (gaff) might be, and I asked him if he knew how Gaff would feel about moving west and Sammy reckons he'd be stoked no matter where he'd drafted. He also said that Gaff and Shuey are really good mates so that makes it a lot less daunting moving west as well (Would also help secure Shuey in the future!). Crocker also mentioned that Heppell is a champ and a great bloke
Unfortunately Gaff hasn't been replying to me
Heppell doesn't have FB which is a bummer as well.

I'll keep everyone updated with me and my chats with potential draftees

 

[PRANKSTER666]

Been at home sick today so I've spent a lot of time researching players and looking at videos.

ATM my #1 choice would be Polec, is exactly what we need. He breaks the lines, kicks goals, has a penetrating left foot kick, and has been ripping it up in the SANFL seniors. Heres a video of him vs Norwood in the SANFL: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u1JQLWGdzXA Theres also a youtube video of him vs Glenelg there.

Been talking to a few of our potential draftees on facebook. I've spoken to Jed Lamb, who seemed like a really good bloke and said WC have spoken to him a couple times and he doesnt care where his drafted. Doubt he'll be around for our 2nd rounder though.
Also spoke to Jared Polec, he seemed like a great bloke, wasn't being a twat which a lot of people say he is. He said WC have spoken to him and he'd doesn't care where his drafted, it's his dream to play AFL and he's happy to go anywhere.
Spoke to Jamie Cripps as well, said WC have shown a lot of interest.
And was just talking to Sammy Crocker. He said WC hadn't spoken to him (but freo had) so it seems doubtful he'll be pulling on a blue and gold jumper next year. But he mentioned his best mate (gaff) might be, and I asked him if he knew how Gaff would feel about moving west and Sammy reckons he'd be stoked no matter where he'd drafted. He also said that Gaff and Shuey are really good mates so that makes it a lot less daunting moving west as well (Would also help secure Shuey in the future!). Crocker also mentioned that Heppell is a champ and a great bloke
Unfortunately Gaff hasn't been replying to me
Heppell doesn't have FB which is a bummer as well.

I'll keep everyone updated with me and my chats with potential draftees

Policeman 1: Son, step away from the Draftees...

Someone from the crowd yells " He's got a gun!"

Gunshots ring out as the lunatic dressed in an eagles jumper falls limp to the floor.

 

[DrTomSwift]

We should draft all of Shuey's friends, family and his dog.

His Dog is a versatile utility with good agression and pace over the first 5m. Would normally go between picks 17-22.

 

[paran]

Polec is really nothing like Swift.. if anything, Gaff and Swift have similar game styles in that they are accumulators and link men. Polec is more of a Embley or Steven Hill type - an offensive mid who can sprint down a flank through traffic or boot 60m. Watch the vids above in maxrm's post.

 

[Pat_Footy]

Been at home sick today so I've spent a lot of time researching players and looking at videos.

ATM my #1 choice would be Polec, is exactly what we need. He breaks the lines, kicks goals, has a penetrating left foot kick, and has been ripping it up in the SANFL seniors. Heres a video of him vs Norwood in the SANFL: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u1JQLWGdzXA Theres also a youtube video of him vs Glenelg there.

Been talking to a few of our potential draftees on facebook. I've spoken to Jed Lamb, who seemed like a really good bloke and said WC have spoken to him a couple times and he doesnt care where his drafted. Doubt he'll be around for our 2nd rounder though.
Also spoke to Jared Polec, he seemed like a great bloke, wasn't being a twat which a lot of people say he is. He said WC have spoken to him and he'd doesn't care where his drafted, it's his dream to play AFL and he's happy to go anywhere.
Spoke to Jamie Cripps as well, said WC have shown a lot of interest.
And was just talking to Sammy Crocker. He said WC hadn't spoken to him (but freo had) so it seems doubtful he'll be pulling on a blue and gold jumper next year. But he mentioned his best mate (gaff) might be, and I asked him if he knew how Gaff would feel about moving west and Sammy reckons he'd be stoked no matter where he'd drafted. He also said that Gaff and Shuey are really good mates so that makes it a lot less daunting moving west as well (Would also help secure Shuey in the future!). Crocker also mentioned that Heppell is a champ and a great bloke
Unfortunately Gaff hasn't been replying to me
Heppell doesn't have FB which is a bummer as well.

I'll keep everyone updated with me and my chats with potential draftees

You are really pushing the line on what is acceptable research. These guys you are messaging have had no media/public relation talks yet. As long as no one is being rude it's all good. But be careful and hopefully there are no copycats.

 

[Eastern Rangers]

He's talked too them so we don't have too.

 

[maxrm]

You are really pushing the line on what is acceptable research. These guys you are messaging have had no media/public relation talks yet. As long as no one is being rude it's all good. But be careful and hopefully there are no copycats.

If they seem at all uncomfortable in what im asking (which is generally just "Have wc spoken to you?") then I'll stop. But they've all seemed surprisingly keen to talk and all seem like great blokes. If they don't want to talk they don't need to, and I'm not asking any personal questions, only footy related questions. So IMO im within the line, and will make sure I don't cross it

PS: Angus Litherland said wc have spoken to him 'ages' ago but according to him wc don't seem overly keen.

 

[Pat_Footy]

If they seem at all uncomfortable in what im asking (which is generally just "Have wc spoken to you?") then I'll stop. But they've all seemed surprisingly keen to talk and all seem like great blokes. If they don't want to talk they don't need to, and I'm not asking any personal questions, only footy related questions. So IMO im within the line, and will make sure I don't cross it

PS: Angus Litherland said wc have spoken to him 'ages' ago but according to him wc don't seem overly keen.

Yeah that's all good. Obviously it opens up an array of "potential" issues. But anyway....

Good news about Polec!

 

[greennick]

Was thinking the same thing.
Being a w***er off field doesn't mean you don't give it your all in training/preseason/etc.

Just look at our main man Benny C.

 

[Patron]

jesus christ. im now going through a polec phase. can the draft just hurry up and go ahead already so i can stop changing my mind about who i would prefer at 4.
Still think we will pick Gaff though.

 

[Eastern Rangers]

Hoping Pitt slides to 26. Could happen...

 

[Pat_Footy]

It's good knowing the Eagle's can't lose.

Either they select Polec who is an excitement machine, Gaff who could one day captain a club, Heppel who has the attributes to become a star or even Darling who would solve the Forward line issues once and for all.

But yes, why is the draft so late in the year?

 

[adagio]

It's good knowing the Eagle's can't lose.

Either they select Polec who is an excitement machine, Gaff who could one day captain a club, Heppel who has the attributes to become a star or even Darling who would solve the Forward line issues once and for all.

But yes, why is the draft so late in the year?

Year 12 exams.


Maxrm: interesting yet slightly disturbing post

 

[sharks attack]

Yeah - it's okay. I'd be happy with that too, and apparently the WCE have talked to Chalwell - seems a likely type with a lot of upside. Some would argue that Cook and a couple of others might be there at pick 26, but Chalwell seems to be gaining momentum around the boards. Could be a darkie for one of our picks.

I have heard that WC have spoken to him too. I wonder if because he didnt play 18s he might slip under the radar of Eastern states clubs or the Eagles are hoping that?

 

[Eagle Ant]

Yeh thats cool Maxrm, but I have been stalking JD for 2 years (Joke) in last night when peering through his bedroom window he finally asked WTF I wanted- (our conversation)
JD- Oi You little creep WTF do you want..?
EA- I just want to know what clubs youve spoken to.???
JD- If I tell you will you leave me the F**K Alone...
EA- Maybe depending on what your answer is.
JD- Well what your bloody Question, Cant you see I got a couple of Hotties wanting my meat, Now that their drunk enough??
EA- Yeh I like the Brunette, Ok so Have WestCoast Spoken to you or hinted they may Draft you???

JD- Yes they Have, They have Garenteed me they will draft me at Pick 4, Unless David Swollow Is still available. Now piss off would ya..
EA- Ohhh cant I stay for the Show.
JD- No you Freak.

End of Conversation.


























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[Eagle Ant]

On a serious note, I am not that excited about Polec or Heppell. I am warming to Gaff tho. But I believe if we take a Midfielder then Shaun Atley is the best option, His explosive pace and Evaciveness is just what we need behind a Full Forward.
As for our Rookie DPs if we dont take K-Thomson and Moss we are flipping brain dead, Both would fit nicely into our team and at worst they would be handy list players.

 

[Avalor]

On a serious note, I am not that excited about Polec or Heppell. I am warming to Gaff tho. But I believe if we take a Midfielder then Shaun Atley is the best option, His explosive pace and Evaciveness is just what we need behind a Full Forward.
As for our Rookie DPs if we dont take K-Thomson and Moss we are flipping brain dead, Both would fit nicely into our team and at worst they would be handy list players.

Moss has had 4 years at the Hawks and hasn't made it - what makes you think he would make it at the Eagles?

 

[Carbine Chaos]

JKT is shit...and this is coming from a Perth fan!

Atley doesn't have great foot skills, do not want.

 

[The Falcon Strike]

On a serious note, I am not that excited about Polec or Heppell. I am warming to Gaff tho. But I believe if we take a Midfielder then Shaun Atley is the best option, His explosive pace and Evaciveness is just what we need behind a Full Forward.
As for our Rookie DPs if we dont take K-Thomson and Moss we are flipping brain dead, Both would fit nicely into our team and at worst they would be handy list players.

If we were to take one of their discards - i'd prefer Beau Muston to the rest

 

[dajesmac]

JKT is shit...and this is coming from a Perth fan!

Atley doesn't have great foot skills, do not want.

So you're ruling out Polec too?

 

[adagio]

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Cheers for clearing that up.

 

[Obeanie1]

On a serious note, I am not that excited about Polec or Heppell. I am warming to Gaff tho. But I believe if we take a Midfielder then Shaun Atley is the best option, His explosive pace and Evaciveness is just what we need behind a Full Forward.
As for our Rookie DPs if we dont take K-Thomson and Moss we are flipping brain dead, Both would fit nicely into our team and at worst they would be handy list players.

After watching a bit more of Heppell I am now leaning towards Gaff or Polec. Heppell is good no question but he is taller and looks like he lacks explosive pace or agility. Maybe it deceptive with the clips.

I just think we need a mid who is a speed and endurance machine with good skills and decision making with pick 4. This is Gaff and Polec rather than Heppell.

Saying this Heppell will most likely end up at the Lions and become the next Simon Black.

 

[paran]

Still no footage of Heppell playing mid?