Results we found for: St Kilda
In the Spotlight: Draft bolters and sliders
As we converge on the national draft in less than two weeks, In the Spotlight takes a look at the draftees whose names are set to be called out on November 27th. In our first edition, we take a look at the bolters and sliders – those who have either shot up the draft order […]
Alex Takle’s Phantom Draft
1. Brisbane Lions – Peter Wright (Calder Cannons) Height: 203 cm Weight: 103 kg Player comparison: Matthew Kreuzer Peter Wright is a huge young man who is a genuinely good footballer. He may not have the explosiveness and ability to rip a game apart like Tom Boyd last year, but he is a strong marking […]
TAC Cup wrap: Round 12
Calder Cannons 10.11 (71) defeated Dandenong Stingrays 6.6 (42) GOAL KICKERS: Calder: J.Foster 3, X.Dimasi 2, H.Kerbatieh 2, C.Kilbane, R.O’Brien , Z.Wunhym Dandenong: J.Wheeler 2, D.Moloney , T.Joyce , B.Rice , B.Dale BEST: Calder: R.O’Brien, Z.Wunhym, T.Nilsson, M.Conn, R.Smith, N.O’Kearney Dandenong: A.Harnett, T.Glen, J.Wilson, J.Rouse, T.Joyce, R.Fischer With an array of the Calder Cannons’ first-choice players on […]
TAC Cup wrap: Round seven
Geelong Falcons 9.12 (66) defeated by Calder Cannons 15.12 (102) Falcons goals: A. Christensen 2, C. Curnow 2, B. Beardsell 2, J. Maishman, S. Dixon, H. Kershaw Falcons best: Z. Cordy, D. Parish, T. Miles, H. Kol, R. Mathieson, M. Augerinos Cannons goals: P. Wright 6, J. Foster 2, D. Cavka 2, P. Ahern, H. Kerbatieh, T. Miller, […]
AIS young guns up for VFL challenge
As each year begins, a new wave of up-and-coming talent head to the biggest stage of all, the MCG. It casts the hopefuls of the AFL’s future into a momentary spotlight, previewing the best of the Under 18s around Australia against Collingwood’s VFL side. The AIS Academy will showcase their 2014 talent tonight as a […]
AFL Bloodlines: Each club dissected
Ever wondered how the stars of yesteryear’s offspring are travelling? AFL Bloodlines dissects the TAC Cup players whose connections stem to both current and former AFL players, whether they are sons, nephews, brothers, cousins or uncles of past or present AFL players, coaches or board members. Geelong Falcons Most notably, Hugh Goddard, the cousin of […]
No top ten pick? No worries: Hidden gems in the National Draft
Every year the AFL Trade and now Free Agency Period brings a certain sense of excitement amongst AFL clubs and fans. With the season done and dusted, every club goes back to square one in a bid to retain, alter or rejuvenate their list in an attempt to achieve their goals for the following season. […]
2013 Draft Profile: Jack Leslie
Jack Leslie (Gippsland Power) Height: 198cm Weight: 87kg Position: Ruck Player Comparison: Dean Cox Strengths: Pace, marking, disposal Weaknesses: Coordination (below knees), Goal kicking Jack Leslie’s invite to the draft combine topped off a terrific 2013 for the 198 centimetre Gippsland Power ruckman. Impressive performances in the TAC Cup saw him picked in Vic Country’s […]
2013 Draft Profile: James Toohey
James Toohey (Oakleigh Chargers) Height: 196 cm Weight: 94 kg Position: Key position utility Player comparison: Jake Carlisle Strengths: Marking, Athleticism, Versatility Weaknesses: Consistency James Toohey is an over-age prospect who missed out on being drafted in 2012. He is a tall key position utility who has the body to out-muscle plenty of opponents but […]
2013 Draft Profile: Jacob Chisari
Jacob Chisari (Bendigo Pioneers) Height: 176 cm Weight: 76 kg Player position: Midfielder Player comparison: Lenny Hayes Strengths: Stoppages, Leadership, Endurance Weaknesses: Disposal Jacob Chisari is your typical no-nonsense footballer who goes out, wins the hard ball and runs all day. He has limitations, particularly disposal wise, but his work ethic and leadership will never […]
