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He looks like a man on a mission this year, he missed that 1 shot but the next one was kicked with authority. Looking the business for a confident yearDon't mind me, just giving this thread a little well-deserved bump
Late to the party but it's good to see this as Waterman's breakout came last year. It's just nice to see him get some continuity this year. In AA form through the first quarter of the season.
I wish straightening my arms would give me inches!!!I wish Darling would take a leaf out of his book and straighten his damn arms in marking contests, robs himself of crucial inches every time!
What is the huge change to Watermans game? Nothing.
It's just the opportunity and being more of a focus in the forward line with us getting more of the ball in there and getting it in faster.
He's not a huge talent but 2 elite AFL attributes. Footy IQ and finishing. He is also close to elite in his endurance and his preparation. Agility is average at best, speed average at best, undersized for his role. Above average overhead, particularly for his height but mainly due to his Footy IQ.
Signs of progress were there last year.
Tbh for all of Darling’s massive upper body and his judo abilities, he often seems to really struggle to move defenders off the line and outbody them in marking contests. You’d think he’d ragdoll most players.I think Darling was more strength, balance and speed (early days anyway).
Waterman would be fitter than Darling even in his prime.
I think Darling was more strength, balance and speed (early days anyway).
Waterman would be fitter than Darling even in his prime.
Darling keeps his feet over ground balls and rarely loses them on the lead.Strength and speed yes. Balance no.
It's a weird one, as he holds his own in the ruck very well and is strong in the tackle, not many bring him to ground.Tbh for all of Darling’s massive upper body and his judo abilities, he often seems to really struggle to move defenders off the line and outbody them in marking contests. You’d think he’d ragdoll most players.
Waterman’s bodywork has been very very good in the last fortnight. Never seen him play so well