Player Watch Reef McInnes

[gouki88]

Anthony was a straight kick who ran straight at the ball, a defender who did OK as a forward for a year or two but lacked forward craft. Imagine if Mihocek was worse overhead and could only kick drop punts about 40 metres or less.

Henry is a class finisher who is a trifle weak defensively, already worth his spot and loads of potential.

McInnes hasn't realized nearly as much potential as Henry but the sky is the limit, could be a fringe player or multiple B&F star.

“Trifle weak defensively”?

 

[Jen2310]

The Undroppables: Reef McInnes

Reef McInnes had limited opportunities after starting as the sub, but made the most of them after replacing the injured Jeremy Howe

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Jeremy Howe

Age

34

Ht

190cm

Wt

86kg

Pos.

Def

Career

Season

Last 5

D

17.0

4star

K

11.2

4star

HB

5.7

4star

M

6.4

5star

T

2.1

4star

MG

318.1

4star

D

21.5

5star

K

16.5

5star

HB

5.0

3star

M

6.5

5star

T

2.0

3star

MG

433.3

5star

D

15.2

4star

K

9.0

4star

HB

6.2

4star

M

6.8

5star

T

1.6

4star

in the third quarter.

He kicked two crucial goals and could have finished with three.

There’s little doubt McInnes will again be in the 23 for next weekend’s clash with Port Adelaide and perhaps could sneak into McRae’s starting 22.

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[manicpie]

Anthony was a straight kick who ran straight at the ball, a defender who did OK as a forward for a year or two but lacked forward craft. Imagine if Mihocek was worse overhead and could only kick drop punts about 40 metres or less.

Henry is a class finisher who is a trifle weak defensively, already worth his spot and loads of potential.

McInnes hasn't realized nearly as much potential as Henry but the sky is the limit, could be a fringe player or multiple B&F star.

I'm going to go out on a limb and say that I saw enough on friday night to suggest that Reef will be every bit as good as Ollie but 5cm taller. I know that it was only a small snippet but it was enough for me

 

[Horaceg]

I'm going to go out on a limb and say that I saw enough on friday night to suggest that Reef will be every bit as good as Ollie but 5cm taller. I know that it was only a small snippet but it was enough for me

He’s a lot more than 5cm quicker too, once he gets those wheels going……look out!

 

[pinko77]

Could tell he has bulked up over the summer he's a solid unit now has pace power height and kicks goals. Probably needs a little more work on his endurance then play him in the middle. I heard he's one of the hardest trainers at the club which is a great sign will be a gun.

 

[ottoman]

which is a great sign will be a gun.

He will be a gun.
You can just see it.

No more sub in my opinion. He is best 22.

 

[Cyclops]

He will be a gun.
You can just see it.

No more sub in my opinion. He is best 22.

That's my strong feeling too, I'm mean I'm not the most astute judge but the kid reeks of class and power.

I hope he builds the self belief. I think the coach and the club believe in him.

 

[unplugged]

I haven't read the last few pages but I must say I wasn't sure if Reef would ever make it, despite being excited by him as a prospect when we drafted him. Just previously looked unfit to the point where he looked slow, and then a couple of injuries didn't paint a great future.

But gee he looked comfortable at the level the other night. Looked like he belonged. Looking forward to seeing how he backs it up.

 

[The Royal Sampler]

That's my strong feeling too, I'm mean I'm not the most astute judge but the kid reeks of class and power.

I hope he builds the self belief. I think the coach and the club believe in him.

I see the power, and I am led to believe the work ethic is absolutely there. Not convinced on the class yet, but hopefully…

 

[Mollythedolly]

I haven't read the last few pages but I must say I wasn't sure if Reef would ever make it, despite being excited by him as a prospect when we drafted him. Just previously looked unfit to the point where he looked slow, and then a couple of injuries didn't paint a great future.

But gee he looked comfortable at the level the other night. Looked like he belonged. Looking forward to seeing how he backs it up.

Thought he always looked explosive. Just couldn't sustain the TOG prior to the injuries. Remains the player from that draft that I'm excited to watch develop. He's the complete package IMHO, tall, fast, reasonable skills. If he can get a prolonged run at it, I think we'll have a ripper on our hands.

 

[Looney]

I'm going to go out on a limb and say that I saw enough on friday night to suggest that Reef will be every bit as good as Ollie but 5cm taller. I know that it was only a small snippet but it was enough for me

Ollie is a better mark but Reef is a better all round player

 

[neilk]

Ollie is a better mark but Reef is a better all round player

Agree re the marking, but I'm still not sure I can go with the second part of your statement at this stage. Here's hoping, though.

 

[Mollythedolly]

Ollie is a better mark but Reef is a better all round player

I think only time will confirm that either way.

 

[Eric Shin]

Scary to think what he could be once he builds his tank and becomes a full-time midfielder.

Overhead marking, goal sense, speed and good below his knees. A scary proposition.


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[Looney]

Agree re the marking, but I'm still not sure I can go with the second part of your statement at this stage. Here's hoping, though.

If you were picking a team and had a choice of picking either Ollie or Reef, who would it be?

 

[Timmy from Thomastown]

If you were picking a team and had a choice of picking either Ollie or Reef, who would it be?

I think the better question is….. if you had a draft pick and you had the choice of Ollie or reef, who would it be?

 

[jmac70]

If you were picking a team and had a choice of picking either Ollie or Reef, who would it be?

Reef. He plays for us.

 

[AmericanMustard]

He will be a gun.
You can just see it.

No more sub in my opinion. He is best 22.

Wish I had your eyes tbh

 

[Fat Jesus]

Wish I had your eyes tbh

Pretty obvious he's a huge talent I think.

 

[Hong Kong Pie]

I love what i am seeing this year. Hope he can keep it going!

 

[Go Woods]

Scary to think what he could be once he builds his tank and becomes a full-time midfielder.

Overhead marking, goal sense, speed and good below his knees. A scary proposition.


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Bontempelli the 2nd....

 

[pablo disco bar]

Bontempelli the 2nd....

Na...

Reef intrigues me..

Not sure which player I would compare him too tbh

He seems quote unique to me

 

[domus]

Reef is the real deal!

 

[Anzacday]

Not sure which player I would compare him too tbh

Here’s my opinion, (almost 12 mths to the day!).
Main difference being Jordy is a more reliable kick.

 

[biggiemediums]

Love that Fly said: "He's the kid that's down here training on a Sunday when everyone else is at home on the couch."

That's HUGE to hear. No point having talent if you don't have work ethic, good to know Reef has both!