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LUKE TAPSCOTT

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Clearly I am too!

He's not nippy enough for a wing.

Is it just me ? From Sundays match I didnt see the same lack of pace that has now been mentioned twice.

I think that Jonesy can lumber a bit late in a match ( and he does play the wing) - do you think Tapscott is around the Jones pace mark ?

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    Is it just me ? From Sundays match I didnt see the same lack of pace that has now been mentioned twice.

    I think that Jonesy can lumber a bit late in a match ( and he does play the wing) - do you think Tapscott is around the Jones pace mark ?

    I just want a REALLY nippy bloke on the wing, like Davey or Blease.

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    Great hit, but if he had gone for the ball he probably would have prevented an inside 50...

    I am ok with it as a first up physical encounter. It sends a clear message that will alter the perception of opponents. Even if the next 10 times when faced with that exact situation, he plays the ball instead of the man; I guarantee there will be some doubt in the mind of the other bloke.

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    I'd say his current position in the backline has everything to do with his elite kicking skills and our desperate need for clean disposal out of defence.

    Also, in light of our seemingly-perpetual kick-in issues, Mr.T is one who can easily clear the centre square, and if allowed to kick-to-himself and play on, he can clear the centre. If we are going to kick to a contest we might as well be 20-40 metres closer to goal

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    I just want a REALLY nippy bloke on the wing, like Davey or Blease.

    I hear you - REALLY nippy = the two fastest players at our club ( Blease by all reports has pace to burn)

    I find this pace discussion fascinating - see my separate thread

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    I hear you - REALLY nippy = the two fastest players at our club ( Blease by all reports has pace to burn)

    I find this pace discussion fascinating - see my separate thread

    I was going to add Bennell to that equation too.

    I think we have room for one slower-than-REALLY-nippy wingman, but I expect that role to be taken by someone like Morton.

    In my opinion, Tapscott will live on a flank (and I know there's not much difference between a mid and flanker these days, it's just how I see it).

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    If Tapscott plays back the Geelong player he'd perhaps most resemble is Josh Hunt. Hunt is 185/100 and Tappy is 180/85 so there is a size difference. I must admit I've never been a big fan of Hunt and much preferred James Kelly back there in that role when Hunt was out with his knee injury - but that's at least partly because I don't think Hunt plays very accountable football.

    I guess a classic Geelong premiership back 6 looks something like:

    Hunt - Tapscott

    Scarlett - Frawley

    Harley - Rivers

    Mackie - Strauss

    Taylor - Garland

    Enright - Grimes

    Edited by old55

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    would be a chance for the rising star

    Libba will get it this week.

    Overall, however...;)

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    I have a feeling this guy's going to get the McKenzie treatment from the brains trust over at the Rising Star department.

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    I have a feeling this guy's going to get the McKenzie treatment from the brains trust over at the Rising Star department.

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    I have a feeling this guy's going to get the McKenzie treatment from the brains trust over at the Rising Star department.

    I hope not, but its early days!

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    Tappscott is coming along just fine as far as I can see. Really appreciate his attitude and approach for a young bloke. Generally shows maturity ,composure and contribution rate way beyond his years as does Trengove. I'm aware they can make a few blues, but the foundation is strong and errors will decrease over time. Do yourselves a favor, relax and just watch them grow into hopefully really great players for us. Don't think you will be disappointed.

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    I was going to add Bennell to that equation too.

    I think we have room for one slower-than-REALLY-nippy wingman, but I expect that role to be taken by someone like Morton.

    In my opinion, Tapscott will live on a flank (and I know there's not much difference between a mid and flanker these days, it's just how I see it).

    Gotta have the Heart, to gut run, and work his Butt off. That strikes a few out.

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    So you condemn me for making unfounded statements and in response you make unfounded statements. Go Figure.

    Then at the end of it all you agree with me.... I'm confused

    Couldn't disagree more. You have no idea.

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