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Dean Galea

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As Neeldy has mentioned numerous times, our team clearly requires another big forward that can assist Mitch up front. After watching him numerous times in the vfl, i believe that Dean Galea could prove to be a handy pick up with a late or even rookie pick. He has a ready made body for afl, as well an aggressive attitude that enables him to crash packs with ease. I understand that he is already in his mid 20's, however, he could be a quick fix for our obvious hole, like Podsiadly did for Geelong.

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    Only 188cm. No thanks

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    i feel he can become a stronger version of stewart crameri (only 190cm) and create a contest where smaller players eg. blease can become involved

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    I agreee... the forward line is definetly a weakness we have... why not rookie list him as a back up option? ever since clark and to some degree stef martin went down we don't have a key forward target to hit up... Pods and dickson from bulldogs were key forwards who have made it at AFL level... why not give him ago? a strong contested mark, quick off the lead and good kick for goal?

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    will probably play Ovens and Murray next if doesn't get picked up.

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    Galea is VFL ... 188cms, HFF size, not quick, good contested mark, good kick, no defensive pressure. pass pass pass

    Two characteristics that we desperately need. wouldn't be losing much by using a rookie pick, if it doesn't work out so be it, at least he won't be the worst pick we've ever made

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    Only 188cm. No thanks

    Ian Callinan is 172cm, I don't see it hindering him much over at the Crows.

    Writing players off over height is seriously dated, we've got the 2nd tallest list in the competition- how's that working out for us?

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    callinan with 4 against the lions last night, height clearly wasn't a factor there.

    galea also booted 4 yesterday, definately wouldn't be disappointed with him on our list

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    Rookie list: Tim Smith (Casey) & Dean Galea (Port)

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    Rookie list: Tim Smith (Casey) & Dean Galea (Port)

    nothing wrong with having them as a back up, galea is ready to go and smith could develop into a very handy player

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    Only 188cm. No thanks

    Just because you're not tall doesn't mean you can't break packs! he has a strong frame, thats what it takes and also to back yourself in!

    No defensive pressure

    I think neeld would knock that out of him pretty quickly!

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    • 1 month later...

    Can play, has strength. Depend on if he wanted it enough.

    Would look at him, is a need.

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    As Neeldy has mentioned numerous times, our team clearly requires another big forward that can assist Mitch up front. After watching him numerous times in the vfl, i believe that Dean Galea could prove to be a handy pick up with a late or even rookie pick. He has a ready made body for afl, as well an aggressive attitude that enables him to crash packs with ease. I understand that he is already in his mid 20's, however, he could be a quick fix for our obvious hole, like Podsiadly did for Geelong.

    Dean, is that you?

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    I love this guy, always boots at least 3 goals every game, and is tougher than a two dollar steak.

    Loves the contested footy, and loves hurting people.

    Rookie list for mine.

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    How is this thread still going. Imagine Galea up against Darren Glass, do you think he has a hope in hell out bodying him? Then the ball hits the ground, who's going to be first to swoop and pick it up, it won't be Galea.

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    How is this thread still going. Imagine Galea up against Darren Glass, do you think he has a hope in hell out bodying him? Then the ball hits the ground, who's going to be first to swoop and pick it up, it won't be Galea.

    No worries, who plays on Clark then. Have seen this guy play a few times, has ability, it may have been other things that have obstructed his ablility to make it at the next level and they may still exist.

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    Glass wouldn't play on the Third forward

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    As a 3rd marking option Galea would hold his own and kick 30-40 goals I have no doubt. He has great hands, a good kick and one out he beats opponents of all sizes. Most of these opponents are AFL listed (young & old).

    I've seen him play many times and his body work is second to none. With Clark and Dawes likely to get the best 2 defenders Galea would very handy.

    Maybe ask Tom Gillies about him..

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    As a 3rd marking option Galea would hold his own and kick 30-40 goals I have no doubt. He has great hands, a good kick and one out he beats opponents of all sizes. Most of these opponents are AFL listed (young & old).

    I've seen him play many times and his body work is second to none. With Clark and Dawes likely to get the best 2 defenders Galea would very handy.

    Maybe ask Tom Gillies about him..

    Go back and read the thread. Reasons why he would not cut it at AFL level have been said numerous times.

    In a few words - too slow and about as athletic as my grandmother.

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    I've read the thread and this is my opinion. A forum is all about giving an opinion.

    I'm concerned out about some of the defenders we have as that un-athletic, slow bloke Galea has kicked bags on them.

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