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Tasmania Devils<\/h5>
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<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\nTasmania Devils 13.15 (93) def. Dandenong Stingrays 6.7 (43)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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#4 <\/strong>Geordie Payne<\/a>
Midfielder\/Forward | 184cm | 06\/11\/2005<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats: <\/strong>29 disposals, 8 tackles, 1 goal<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Another industrious performance from Payne only sees him further prove his case as a mid-season draft candidate. The over-ager was ultra competitive throughout four quarters, hunting the ball and opponents on the inside, and displaying good energy and speed on the outer. His toughness was a feature at the contest where he fed others with clean hands, while also impacting up forward with a couple of scores. He’s a real tone setter for the Devils, and potentially the Allies soon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
#13 <\/strong>Oliver Depaoli-Kubank<\/a>
Forward | 178cm | 24\/07\/2006<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats: <\/strong>28 disposals, 6 marks, 8 inside 50s<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A prolific few weeks have seen Depaoli-Kubank rewarded with selection in the Allies squad. He played the high forward role well on Saturday, venturing high up the ground to be a chain in transitional play, while also making himself a threat inside 50. With good moments of agility, he registered six scoring shots but only managed to put one through the big sticks, with strength and that finishing touch among his areas for improvement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
#21 <\/strong>Lenny Douglas<\/a>
Forward\/Midfielder | 179cm | 03\/07\/2006<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats: <\/strong>19 disposals, 6 tackles, 3 goals<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Douglas brought the heat once again in Round 7 and was arguably the Devils\u2019 most dangerous forward. He made a menace of himself at ground level, pressuring the opposition defensively and surging the ball forward with repeat running. Douglas\u2019 turn of speed was a factor for two of his goals, with the third coming from an opportunistic shot off the deck to highlight just how dangerous he can be when scoring opportunities present.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
#24 <\/strong>Oscar Van Dam<\/a>
Midfielder | 189cm | 20\/04\/2005<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats: <\/strong>30 disposals, 8 tackles, 14 inside 50s<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Returning to the Tasmania Devils after a well travelled few months and strong TSL form, Van Dam made an instant impact. He was thrown straight into the midfield mix and came away with more disposals than anyone afield, credit largely to his work rate. The over-ager ran hard all day and propelled his side into attack, combining that kind of play with strong work on the inside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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#2 <\/strong>Harvey Langford<\/a>
Midfielder\/Forward | 190cm | 15\/03\/2006<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats: <\/strong>24 disposals, 10 tackles, 7 inside 50s<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It was a tough day\u2019s work for Langford, who did his best to shift the tide at stoppages and impose himself on the match. Plenty of tough tacklers shone and that was no different for the Dandenong co-captain, as he got his hands dirty going both ways and used his size to advantage. Langford\u2019s contested craft was sound and he tried to use his power to break into attack, often bringing opponents along for the ride.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
#5 <\/strong>Riak Andrew<\/a>
Defender\/Ruck | 192cm | 17\/02\/2005<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats: <\/strong>14 disposals, 7 tackles, 7 hitouts<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Andrew is somewhat of a blank canvas when it comes to draft prospects, and has plenty of upside to harness. His primary role on Saturday was as a tall defender, where he faced stiff opposition but competed really well aerially and held his own in one-on-one jostles. The over-ager then showcased his athleticism with a move to the ruck, while also rotating forward to cap off a versatile outing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
#8 <\/strong>Noah Hibbins-Hargreaves<\/a>
Forward | 185cm | 16\/11\/2007<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats: <\/strong>11 disposals, 4 marks, 3 goals<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Somewhat of a \u2018moments\u2019 player at this stage, Hibbins-Hargreaves put his potential on show with a second straight bag of three goals for the Stingrays. He did his best work inside 50, displaying great finishing skills to bag two majors on the run with nice bursts of speed. The bottom-ager is a tough matchup, holding his own as a medium marking target, but also proving nimble across the ground.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
#15 <\/strong>Kane Hurst<\/a>
Defender | 188cm | 13\/08\/2006<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats: <\/strong>20 disposals, 9 marks, 5 rebound 50s<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Hurst was a key member of the Dandenong defence which was made to withstand 56 defensive 50 entries. He stood tall as a solid intercept marker, playing slightly above his 188cm listing but also taking a matchup on speedy small, Douglas. In both scenarios, Hurst could hardly be faulted for effort and did well to win the possession back in precarious situations.<\/p>\n
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Lions Academy<\/h5>
<\/li><\/ul><\/div>Calder Cannons<\/h5>
<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\nLions Academy 12.16 (88) def. Calder Cannons 6.8 (44)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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#20 <\/strong>Daniel Annable<\/a>
Midfielder | 183cm | 05\/04\/2007<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats: <\/strong>26 disposals, 6 tackles, 2 goals<\/p>\n\n\n\n
While a terrific accumulator who works hard all game, hurt factor is an area Annable can enhance and he showed great signs of doing so on Sunday. The bottom-ager booted two goals in the third quarter, the first being a lovely snap around the body, to make an impact on the game. Annable also got busy at the contest as usual and looked use his running capacity to chain more possessions together on the attack, or outside of stoppages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
#37 <\/strong>Ty Gallop<\/a>
Key Forward | 194cm | 09\/02\/2006<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats: <\/strong>12 disposals, 4 marks, 3 goals<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Gallop offers great presence inside 50 and was prominent as the Lions’ spearhead tall. Bringing his goalkicking tally up to eight in three games, the 194cm forward posted seven scoring shots with three sailing through the big sticks. He was strong aerially and imposed his physicality to worry the opposition, showing good closing speed and willingness to apply contact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
#39 <\/strong>Billy Richardson<\/a>
Key Defender | 195cm | 10\/12\/2005<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats: <\/strong>15 disposals, 8 marks, 1 tackle<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Having been tried in each third of the ground, Richardson found a home down back in his latest outing. The over-ager took a tough matchup against Calder debutant Cooper Duff-Tytler<\/strong>, but dominated with his sound reading of the play. He looked comfortable behind the ball and applied himself well off the back shoulder, reading the play for plenty of intercepts among his eight marks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
#41 <\/strong>Tom Gillett<\/a>
Ruck\/Forward | 201cm | 09\/01\/2006<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats: <\/strong>26 disposals, 8 marks, 1 goal<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Gillett put up outstanding numbers for a key position player on Sunday and showcased his points of difference at 201cm. He covered the ground exceptionally well to rack up 26 touches and eight marks, playing the basics well with sound fundamentals as a great outlet between the arcs. He also swept back to support the defence and looked confident in marking around the ground, even bagging a goal in the second quarter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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#2 <\/strong>Isaac Kako<\/a>
Forward\/Midfielder | 175cm | 07\/03\/2006<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats: <\/strong>17 disposals, 4 inside 50s, 2 behinds<\/p>\n\n\n\n
On a day where Calder\u2019s attacking flair was limited, Kako provided the bit of spark that kept his side in the game for a half. The small forward got going in term two, moving into the centre bounces and using his pace to break the lines. He applied a great rundown tackle and burst out of the front of stoppages several times, but had few opportunities forward of centre as the Cannons kicked only two goals after half time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
#3 <\/strong>Jayden Nguyen<\/a>
Small Defender | 177cm | 27\/07\/2006<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats: <\/strong>15 disposals, 6 marks, 3 rebound 50s<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Others accumulated more possessions in Calder\u2019s defence, but Nguyen was one who looked to take the game to Brisbane. Whether it was driving his legs or taking on aggressive kicks, the top-ager showed a willingness to take risks and put pace on the ball. While his decisions and execution were not always polished, the intent was there as always.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
#10 <\/strong>Damon Hollow<\/a>
Defender\/Midfielder | 180cm | 30\/03\/2006<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats: <\/strong>17 disposals, 3 marks, 3 tackles<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Being trialled in defence ahead of the National Championships, Hollow was another aggressive ball user who looked to launch into transitional play. While some of his usual run, carry, and kicking was blanketed by pressure, the Calder captain used his penetrative boot to pick out a few nice long passes over Brisbane\u2019s defensive line. He tried hard until the end and was thrown into midfield for the final quarter, operating at a high gear all game.<\/p>\n
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Western Jets<\/h5>
<\/li><\/ul><\/div>Eastern Ranges<\/h5>
<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\nWestern Jets 12.12 (84) def. by Eastern Ranges 12.15 (87)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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#3 <\/strong>Lucca Grego<\/a>
Midfielder | 184cm | 15\/09\/2006<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats: <\/strong>24 disposals, 8 marks, 1 goal<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Grego again rotated between the midfield and forward line where he provided an option as a hit up target, being able to find space easily. In the midfield Grego continued to provide a physical presence and his kicking in play looks to have improved compared to the previous weeks, weighing the length of them a lot better. His ability to read the play and intercept were on again, however he can work on his set shot goal kicking from in directly in front and on angles, as he missed a few gettable chances that should have been goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
#28 <\/strong>Xavier Kardachi<\/a>
Midfielder | 186cm | 15\/06\/2006<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats: <\/strong>29 disposals, 4 inside 50s, 1 goal<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Kardachi was the most influential player for the Jets as he was prominent around the contest all day, managing to accumulate plenty of the footy especially from reading the play at stoppages. He showed his great kicking power by going long constantly and also with a great snap shot to snare the first goal of the day for the Jets. His decision making was excellent and it was highlighted by his vision to find and set up Matofai-Forbes for a goal late in the game to make another late lead change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
#33 <\/strong>Keighton Matofai-Forbes<\/a>
Forward | 188cm | 02\/02\/2006<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats: <\/strong>21 disposals, 8 marks, 3 goals<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The captain started off slowly however settled into the contest as soon as he kicked his first goal of the game in the second quarter to bring his side back into the contest. His ability to find space was on show while his work rate was there again with his coverage of the ground, pushing up the field to help his defenders. He has great closing speed where he made a tackle forcing a turnover. When he manages to find space and loses his man in attack, he is dangerous and that was proven when he kicked a goal from the forward pocket in the last quarter to put the Jets in the lead again. Set shot kicking on the angle is an area that still needs improvement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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#4 <\/strong>Jak Ryan<\/a>
Small Forward | 176cm | 25\/07\/2006<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats: <\/strong>20 disposals, 9 marks, 1 goal<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Ryan continued to work hard all day, playing a linking role up forward and moving up the ground well to provide an option, especially when the ball was coming out of defence. His aerobic running was excellent and once again he delivered the ball well inside 50. He made the most of his opportunities up forward too, kicking a goal off the ground from a loose ball.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
#7 <\/strong>Cody Anderson<\/a>
Midfielder | 181cm | 30\/01\/2006<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats: <\/strong>19 disposals, 6 inside 50s, 2 goals<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Not his most prolific game, however Anderson managed to play his normal way providing his constant physical presence and tackle pressure around the contest. He worked well with Smillie again and while his ball delivery inside 50 was inconsistent, it was still delivered into dangerous spots. Anderson had plenty of team involvements and one-percenters, and his two-way running was good. He also showed great goal sense, highlighted by him kicking the first goal of the game roving off a pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
#8 <\/strong>Lachy Dovaston<\/a>
Small Defender | 176cm | 29\/05\/2007<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats: <\/strong>26 disposals, 6 rebound 50s, 1 goal<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Dovaston showed excellent composure and evasiveness with the footy in hand, especially early when he dodged and weaved, baulking a few opponents in the process to kick a nice long goal. Dovaston covered the ground exceptionally well throughout the day and his execution and distribution of the ball by foot was excellent. While his decision making still can do with some improvement, when he makes the right decisions and the risks he takes come off he is damaging. He showed quick hands once again and his tackle pressure around the contests was strong while providing plenty of dash out of defence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
#9 <\/strong>Christian Moraes<\/a>
Midfielder | 183cm | 08\/11\/2006<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats: <\/strong>33 disposals, 5 marks, 3 inside 50s<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Moraes provided excellent defensive pressure throughout the day with excellent closing speed, while his play reading ability saw him intercept and force turnovers. His ball delivery was reasonable inside 50, however his kicking does require some improvement despite managing to accumulate plenty of the ball and demonstrating great agility throughout the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
#26 <\/strong>Josh Smillie<\/a>
Midfielder | 194cm | 17\/05\/2006<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats: <\/strong>33 disposals, 13 inside 50s, 2 goals<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Smillie was a constant thorn in the Jets’ side. He found space easily to find the footy and used his big frame to shrug off opponents. His kicking off one step was lethal, especially when it came to delivering into the forward line \u2013 either you\u2019d see him hit a target or it would result in chaos ball deep inside 50. Resting up forward, he would eventually kick two goals for the game including one in the last quarter which gave the Ranges the lead. His running through the middle of the ground was excellent and overall he made it look too easy at times, especially with his agility and composure with ball in hand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
#59 <\/strong>Cooper Trembath<\/a>
Key Defender | 193cm | 17\/10\/2005<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats: <\/strong>17 disposals, 8 marks, 5 rebound 50s<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Trembath again proved to be a constant rock in defence with his ability to intercept and his athleticism to take strong overhead marks repelling constant forward thrusts, especially with his long kicking. Trembath stood up in the second half when the Jets were making a charge and showed great movement and agility whenever he had the footy in his hands.<\/p>\n
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GWV Rebels<\/h5>
<\/li><\/ul><\/div>Gippsland Power<\/h5>
<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\nGWV Rebels 17.7 (109) def. Gippsland Power 10.12 (72)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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#2 <\/strong>Harry Charleson<\/a>
Midfielder | 182cm | 26\/06\/2006<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats: <\/strong>21 disposals, 4 marks, 6 inside 50s<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sunday’s win was great reward for effort for Charleson, who has consistently been a prominent figure for the Rebels this season – never dipping below 20 touches across his five games. The midfielder had little trouble finding the ball as usual, doing so in dangerous launch zones as GWV looked to attack. He also made an impact at the stoppages with his fair share of clearance work in another steady performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
#6 <\/strong>Jack Ough<\/a>
Wing | 194cm | 15\/12\/2006<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats: <\/strong>16 disposals, 7 marks, 5 rebound 50s<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Returning to the fold after missing last week, Ough slotted straight back into his customary wing role. He provided great coverage on the defensive end, sweeping back behind halfway to get involved in slow play and move the ball on without fuss. While he was efficient, there wasn\u2019t as much flair or contributions in open play from Ough, though he performed strongly and made few errors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
#7 <\/strong>Oliver Hannaford<\/a>
Defender | 180cm | 01\/09\/2006<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nStats: <\/strong>18 disposals, 2 tackles, 4 inside 50s<\/p>\n\n\n\n
As far as effort and toughness go, few have them in equal amounts to Hannaford. The combative defender was aggressive both with and without possession; looking to carry the ball forward into advanced positions on the ground, while also cracking in when his name was called in contests. Hannaford\u2019s high-pace style sometimes led to rushed decisions and execution, but he hurt the opposition when things came off well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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