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2009 Player Review - # 29 Michael Newton

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Michael Newton – When he did play, he let himself down with his inaccuracy in front of goal. He could've really impacted on games if he had kicked straight. Michael had a good year at Casey and he has improved his defensive pressure, but he was kept out because we had Jurrah and Jetta coming through. He has worked on facets of his game but he needs to bring his Casey game into the AFL – Sean Wellman on Melbournefc.com.au
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he's a damn fine VFL player ;) thats all

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What's that old phrase - if you don't have anything nice to say, don't say anything at all.

Correct. I'll take that advice.

Just on Wellman's comments, if Newton can "bring his Casey game into the AFL" - I'm afraid it might not be enough. Clearly it wasn't enough this year.

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Wellman pretty much sums it up. Inaccurate, doesn't bring VFL ability to AFL, others are in front of him.

I think he had enough shots at goal - he just didn't kick straight.

If he fixed his kicking - and I'm not sure he can - then he'd be useful.

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It seems that 'Juice' has run out of confidence in front of goal, and sadly, I'm running out of confidence that he will make the grade.

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Saw a number of Scorpion games and this bloke didn't have much of a game, let alone if he brought what little he has to AFL level he would be productive. Looks as though he skips when he runs...too much rolling shoulder for my liking. Bush footy stardom awaits the great man.

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If Newton was going to make it at Melbourne he really needed to consolidate a place in the seniors this year before Watts and Martin mature as forwards and prior to the entrance of LJ. He may improve next year but unless injury strikes has missed the boat as far as opportunity. Needs to improve his strength over the summer both physically and mentally.

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