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2010 Player Review - # 48 Jack Fitzpatrick

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I suppose he's what some would call a "project player" and it's going to be interesting how he works out. Injuries to ruckmen on our list meant that he was sometimes thrust into a first ruck role at Casey well before he was physically ready. In a few games, he was beaten simply by size and strength but he kept plugging away and definitely improved. Late in the season at Visy Park he took on Northern Bullants Sam Jacobs and had a terrific duel with his bigger opponent winning a lot of the ball and kicking a couple of goals. I thought they broke even on the day. Unfortunately, he was booked in for end of season surgery and that was the end of his season while Jacobs, ironically, was promoted to Carlton's seniors and played some important games (including a final) before asking to be traded to Adelaide.

Jack has plenty of time on his side.

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    Yep, has some good qualities for a bloke his size.

    Kicking isn't one of them though. Yet.

    I think we all may be pleasantly surprised by this kid.

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    Yep, has some good qualities for a bloke his size.

    Kicking isn't one of them though. Yet.

    I think we all may be pleasantly surprised by this kid.

    I have watched him at Casey quite a bit and he impresses me.

    He has put in some good games but has a long way to go IMO

    However never seems to give up even when things are not going his way.

    Saw him against Williamstown mid season when we got belted.

    I thought he was the only guy that played well for Casey that day.

    It will be interesting to see him in 2011, probably needs a couple of years to show his full potential.

    Look how long it took Jamar!

    I have my fingers crossed but feel positive.

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    I've said it a few times on here, but there are some unusually encouraging rumblings being made about him. There are some that are at pains to say that he's a true find in the AFL, but never in a public forum. I feel like they're not quite sure what he'll be, or whether what they're seeing will be consistent. But whatever. If the reports are even just ok for a kid his build and his age, then that's enough for me at this stage. Can't wait to see him in 2012.

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    Ahhh, so Fitzy is the new no. 48 I see...

    I can wait with this kid. Have heard people talk quite highly of him on SEN. Needs 2-3 solid pre-seasons under his belt.

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    Games CSFC 2010 8 Goals CSFC 2010 3

    Games CSFC (res) 2010 4 Goals CSFC (res) 2010 5

    I see Jack playing the role that we wanted Hale for.

    Playing out of the goal square and 5 or so minutes a quarter in the ruck. Maybe not next year, but maybe 2012, depends on his body development. More agile than Hale ATM.

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    It's more of trying to manage it I think, I remember reading he takes ice baths every morning to try combat it

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    I suppose he's what some would call a "project player" and it's going to be interesting how he works out. Injuries to ruckmen on our list meant that he was sometimes thrust into a first ruck role at Casey well before he was physically ready. In a few games, he was beaten simply by size and strength but he kept plugging away and definitely improved. Late in the season at Visy Park he took on Northern Bullants Sam Jacobs and had a terrific duel with his bigger opponent winning a lot of the ball and kicking a couple of goals. I thought they broke even on the day. Unfortunately, he was booked in for end of season surgery and that was the end of his season while Jacobs, ironically, was promoted to Carlton's seniors and played some important games (including a final) before asking to be traded to Adelaide.

    Jack has plenty of time on his side.

    Early on I said to some prominant members that I didn't think he'd cut it but I was also there at Visy Park where he took on Jacobs & co.-and I felt he held his own before tiring. If he can get himself fit- due to his health condition he will make it- actually could be more than alright. I also saw him in the Under 16's where I thought he was as good as Butcher as a developing key forward player. Good luck Jack, I hope you make it.

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    CC thinks very highly of him. We'll see.

    Yep. I chatted to Schwabby about Fitz around mid season, and he seemed pretty enthusiastic about his prospects, while acknowledging that his kicking needs some work.

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    Yep. I chatted to Schwabby about Fitz around mid season, and he seemed pretty enthusiastic about his prospects, while acknowledging that his kicking needs some work.

    saw jack at the TAB on monday, said he was lookin forward to next year. (his neck is unbelievably long)

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    saw jack at the TAB on monday, said he was lookin forward to next year. (his neck is unbelievably long)

    That's why his nickname is Giraffe at home

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