Senior Eric Hipwood (2015-)

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Pritty stoked with erics first 2 games. Schache and Hipwood have shown signs they could form a potent duo. Looking forward to the days we can expect 6-10 a game from these 2.
 
jjami15 said:
To be honest I actually feared for this kid when he got his debut in relation to his body but have been very impressed. There was a contested marking situation yesterday later in the game and he just threw his body at it to crash the pack and his kicking action at goal is very smooth and straight and from last year looks like he has put a lot of work into it. Hope they manage him (and Schache) through the rest of the year but keep him in and let him rest when need be.
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Lucky other clubs didn't think the same for Michael Tuck /Dustin Fletcher/Justin Madden (just to name a few) or they would have been lucky to play 50 games between them. LOL.
Hipwood's been playing senior footy since he was 15 so taking heavy hits and having courage in contests is nothing out of the ordinary for him. Just like this list of players we have now, we need to be patient with him because he will have plenty of ups & downs until he gains experience by getting games under his belt.
 
Hipwood a star in the making: Brisbane Lions captain

Brisbane Lions captain Tom Rockliff has given Sunshine Coast teenager Eric Hipwood a glowing endorsement after just two games on the big stage.

The 18-year-old forward/defender made a solid debut in a defeat to West Coast at the Gabba a fortnight ago and followed that with a three-goal haul in a loss to Richmond at at the hallowed MCG.

He's clearly caught the eye of star Rockliff, who was on the Sunshine Coast for an AFL camp with keen kids this week.

"He's come in and had an impact straight away," he said.

"He's quite a raw kid and still skinny but you can see the way he's played in his first couple of games that he's a competitor.

"He wants to get out there and perform for the team which is really good."

Indeed, the ex-Caloundra Panther, who is 200cm and 82kg, has been hardly over-awed by the occasions and it seems he has a big future in the game.

"Eric is versatile and can play forward and back and once he puts on a little bit of size he'll be hard to play against," Rockliff said.

"He's very nimble and moves around the field very well.

"He's going to continue to grow up to be a very good player in years to come."
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Think he is a massive chance for a rising star nom this week. Was so excited seeing Schache in the first half of the season and was very excited about how good he will be, Hipwood could be even better which is frightening. Very happy we finally have some genuinely exciting talls on our list that have the potential to be stars of the comp in 5 years. Add some classy midfielders through the draft the next couple of years and we are well on the way to climbing back up the ladder.
 
Eons said:
Think he is a massive chance for a rising star nom this week. Was so excited seeing Schache in the first half of the season and was very excited about how good he will be, Hipwood could be even better which is frightening. Very happy we finally have some genuinely exciting talls on our list that have the potential to be stars of the comp in 5 years. Add some classy midfielders through the draft the next couple of years and we are well on the way to climbing back up the ladder.
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Unfortunately I think Callum Mills will probably get his long overdue nomination this week.

I saw Hipwood play in the reserves once on a miserable day against a terrible team, and was really disappointed by how contact-averse he seemed.

But in the seniors he clearly relishes the contest, and is eager to throw his weight around, what little of that there is. It might be the challenge that motivates him.

There've been a few players over the last couple of years that have shown promising signs, but have taken a long time to capitalise on them. Hopefully we can keep Hipwood focussed and confident.
 
Ironmonger said:
Unfortunately I think Callum Mills will probably get his long overdue nomination this week.

I saw Hipwood play in the reserves once on a miserable day against a terrible team, and was really disappointed by how contact-averse he seemed.

But in the seniors he clearly relishes the contest, and is eager to throw his weight around, what little of that there is. It might be the challenge that motivates him.

There've been a few players over the last couple of years that have shown promising signs, but have taken a long time to capitalise on them. Hopefully we can keep Hipwood focussed and confident.
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Yeah you're right, forgot about Mills.
 
Really interested in how we develop his physique over the off season

He has been fantastic but needs to add a lot of bulk.
 
Not sure that "bulk", ie- heavy muscle is what he needs. To me, he's the body shape that would love tensile strength so he can keep his agility etc. Bulk can destroy players.
 
Hipwood wins one on one by positioning and his lengthy arms. From what i have heard he loves the contest loves crashing packs and has plenty of mungrel. Will put on anout 8-10 kgs over his career to end up around the 98-100 which will see him keep his agility. But also get him stronger.
 
Milux said:
Hipwood wins one on one by positioning and his lengthy arms. From what i have heard he loves the contest loves crashing packs and has plenty of mungrel. Will put on anout 8-10 kgs over his career to end up around the 98-100 which will see him keep his agility. But also get him stronger.
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He will naturally fill out in the next coming years as well so eventhough it will be important to see him put on a couple of Kg's it needs to be done correctly so as not to put too much load through his body as he develops. Wait until he is 23/24/25 and he will have the body type of Lobb, Ceglar and Daniher.
 

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jjami15 said:
He will naturally fill out in the next coming years as well so eventhough it will be important to see him put on a couple of Kg's it needs to be done correctly so as not to put too much load through his body as he develops. Wait until he is 23/24/25 and he will have the body type of Lobb, Ceglar and Daniher.
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Yeah i didnt mean 8-10kgs this pre season.
 
Player Reviews: No. 26 - 30

Strong overhead and agile for his size, Eric Hipwood played his first professional game of football in Round 13 against the West Coast Eagles where he also managed to kick his first goal. Starting off strong, the 200cm forward continued to impress by averaging 6 kicks, 9.5 disposals and 3.5 handballs. He also impressed in Round 18 against the Bombers with a mark that landed him a nomination for the AFL’s Mark of the Year.

Coach’s notes:

Eric played 10 games in 2016 in his debut season and along with Josh Schache formed the nucleus of what will be our forward line moving forward. He impacted the scoreboard, kicking 11.16 for the season. He showed in his good games especially against Richmond, where he kicked three goals, his ability to mark the footy and use his frame. He’ll be a long-term prospect for us.
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How our 2015 draftees went in their first year

Progressed quicker than many thought, and alongside Schache gave Lions supporters hope in a bleak season. Needs to add strength to his lanky frame, but marks the ball strongly overhead and is a thumping kick. Should get more chances next season.

Games: 10

Goals: 11
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The Buddy comparisons are a huge calll, but Jeez, there is something there. Just gets a man on his feet every time he gets near the ball.
 
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