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Ahh man Libba out hurts.
What role has McLean been playing in the VFL since coming back?
Not sure. Assuming midfield, as he’s been racking up some decent numbers.
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Ahh man Libba out hurts.
What role has McLean been playing in the VFL since coming back?
I’m pretty sure West was runner up for the JJ Liston Trophy as an inside mid. Someone correct me if I’m wrong.Genuine question here.
Has West ever shown a level of midfield dominance at Footscray that would suggest that he could slot straight into the the most physically demanding midfield role on the ground. Even if its not on a like for like or on a rotational basis?
Id be interested in seeing if anybody could provide a breakdown of where on the ground he was playing before be was omitted from the side a couple of weeks ago. It was pretty evident that his form had been in decline during his last couple of games. I'd like to know if he spent any time on the ball during this time or if he was just wasting away at starvation corner.
Yep 2019I’m pretty sure West was runner up for the JJ Liston Trophy as an inside mid. Someone correct me if I’m wrong.
Being the 2nd best rated player in the VFL over a season gives you a decent argument for an AFL backup role, I would think.
I’m pretty sure West was runner up for the JJ Liston Trophy as an inside mid. Someone correct me if I’m wrong.
Being the 2nd best rated player in the VFL over a season gives you a decent argument for an AFL backup role, I would think.
JJ Liston trophy not the best indicator for career AFL talent.
Littered with some pretty average footballers.
R West os hard as heck, as is Garcia. Nothing to do with West’s bloodlines.What are you basing that statement on? From everything I’ve read, people want West in the team because they rate him. Garcia gets similar plaudits. These are talented young lads who get stuck in. Nobody wants to gift them games.
So its a bad thing he came second as an 18yo?
Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge said it is unlikely Liberatore would be available next weekend if the club progresses past the Dockers.Do we know how bad Libbas hamstring is yet?
obviously don't wanna look past this week however in the event we beat them would he get up for the Semi if we make it?
I think the answer to your first paragraph is that West has, on several occasions, definitely shown he can impact a game from the midfield. However, because he spends considerable time as a deep forward he hasn't often been used in this role for extended periods in a game. With McComb, Sullivan, MacPherson and others going through the middle, West has been used as an impact player rather than a 4 quarter type. Does this place a doubt on his fitness/durability? I'm not sure. I suspect if he is promoted for this week's game it would very much only be for a cameo role in the midfield.Genuine question here.
Has West ever shown a level of midfield dominance at Footscray that would suggest that he could slot straight into the the most physically demanding midfield role on the ground. Even if its not on a like for like or on a rotational basis?
Id be interested in seeing if anybody could provide a breakdown of where on the ground he was playing before be was omitted from the side a couple of weeks ago. It was pretty evident that his form had been in decline during his last couple of games. I'd like to know if he spent any time on the ball during this time or if he was just wasting away at starvation corner.
Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge said it is unlikely Liberatore would be available next weekend if the club progresses past the Dockers.
"We were hoping that would just be (revealed in) selection news," Beveridge told reporters at ETU Stadium in Port Melbourne on Wednesday morning.
"He had an overstretch last week and got through the whole session, but post (training) we did some investigations and he won't play this week, unfortunately.
"If we get through, he will be touch and go beyond that. He won't be coming to WA."
Sounds like it happened at least a week ago and the club managed to keep it quiet but it got out the day before selection. Chris Bell said it was a low grade hamstring so I guess there's a small chance he would be available.
Assuming that he played predominately out of the middle during his first season then that is a fair point.I’m pretty sure West was runner up for the JJ Liston Trophy as an inside mid. Someone correct me if I’m wrong.
Being the 2nd best rated player in the VFL over a season gives you a decent argument for an AFL backup role, I would think.
Do we know how bad Libbas hamstring is yet?
obviously don't wanna look past this week however in the event we beat them would he get up for the Semi if we make it?
I actually think he’s more of a chance to share inside mid role with Dunks that West is. Robbie has at least been training with midsYou could make a similar argument that our 2021 VFL B&F winner and only player in the the Team of the Year that season could also step into that role, but somehow I don't think anyone will be pushing for poor old Robbie.
Well we are the WESTern Bulldogs.....You know that’s not true MT. Garcia wouldn’t get mentioned in here a slither of what West does.
There’s a West obsession within our supporter base, I think it would be naive to think there isn’t.
Bit like the Rising Star...JJ Liston trophy not the best indicator for career AFL talent.
Littered with some pretty average footballers.
Think he may have bulked up a lot in the gym while out injured. Looks too heavy to me as well.I was watching McLean do some run throughs after either the Freo or GWS game and thought he looked much bigger (not in a good way) than when we previously saw him play in the seniors. VFL watchers can probably advise how he's looked in those games but i didnt think he looked fit.
I agree but that midfield group and coaches need to ensure they remember how to defend as well as attack. On paper the weaknesses from the GF and other games are still there. They are good enough that do it so it’s coaching and mindset.West in as a forward. Tighten up the midfield rotation through the main guys already used in there. No more Macrae on the wing or hff, bont and dunks less time forward and less Treloar at HBF.
No need to add anyone else into the centre square mix