2012 Player Review - # 30 James Sellar

[Demonland 71,626]

In his first year with the Club, James’ versatility was of real value to the team. He played a role back, forward and in the ruck with success, and his versatility was of great benefit overall. James has had a positive impact on the team - both on and off the field - since his arrival. As well as being a useful acquisition in general, he is a very good competitor. - Leigh Brown (forward line coach) melbournefc.com.au

Games MFC 2012 MFC 16 Total 16 [37] Goals MFC 2012 9 MFC Total 9 [12]

Games CSFC 2012 1 Goals CSFC 2012 0

MFC 87 kicks 81 handballs 168 disposals 50 marks 27 tackles

Keith "Bluey" Truscott Memorial Trophy 197 votes

[rpfc 28,263]

His game against Essendon with a injured quad was very brave and he had showed a great deal in the backline. But with Dawes, Pedersen, and Martin possibly on the list in 2013 - something will have to give and that may be Sellar - even if Rivers leaves for Geelong.

My preference would be for Pedersen to be 2nd ruck and Martin to find somewhere to be 1st ruck but we will see.

[beelzebub 23,313]

Im guessing it wont be Sellar, itll be martin. Sellar does actually know what to do out there and doesnt look lost half the time

[monoccular 17,413]

Despite his many doubters, Sellar added versatility and strength to the line up. Not a star by any means, but part of the solid workforce that a club needs.

[beelzebub 23,313]

Hes a good solid role player. Neeld seems able to rely on him . They cant all be stars, some just need to be consistent and effective.

[Little Richard 6,262]

I used to be quite fond of Martin but after re-watching a few games from this year I have come to the conclusion that Sellar > Martin. Sellar might not be as athletic or pacy but he has strength and a presence around the ground. He does really well in the contest and although he doesn't take a heap of grabs, I really struggle to remember when someone out marked him in a one on one. Definitely has a future in the backline if he keeps playing the way he was in the back half of the year.

[dazzledavey36 54,285]

If rivers leaves sellar will take his spot.. did a great job down there.

[old dee 23,782]

Hes a good solid role player. Neeld seems able to rely on him . They cant all be stars, some just need to be consistent and effective.

In the first 4 -5 games I was thinking "why on earth did we get this guy no wonder Adelaide flung him"

However when he moved into the back line it all started to improve.

I have to admit I was wrong.

He is a keep for mine.

[Good Times Grimes 2,396]

In the first 4 -5 games I was thinking "why on earth did we get this guy no wonder Adelaide flung him"

However when he moved into the back line it all started to improve.

I have to admit I was wrong.

He is a keep for mine.

My thoughts exactly, OD.

I really hope he gets a new contract, but like RPFC, I feel he may be a casualty of Dawes and (probably) Pedersen coming into the team.

[Bates Mate 4,469]

pederson is 25 years old and played 16 games, Martin and Seller may have their limitations but can't see why everyone is talking up Pederson as a player so much

Edited October 17, 2012 by Bates Mate

[Sir Why You Little 36,985]

Keep at this stage for sure.

[angrydee 842]

Keeper

[Dee Fan 3,247]

I'm a fan and can see a lot of upside in Sellar he was gaining confidence as the season progressed and with a better team around him I reckon he'll thrive. Once he starts to grab some more marks there'll be no stopping him.