The Roy George Thread

[Lucifers Hero 40,068]

Andy Moniz-Wakefield is a Cat A-Rookie.

We have one Cat-B Rookie Spot.

[BigBadBustling 356]

3 hours ago, Deemania since 56 said:

About time we kept things close to our chests (hidden intents).

That's a bit harsh on the kid, we could've at least got him a cabin.

[layzie 33,884]

That would explain not going for Riak Andrew with a bid 

[WERRIDEE 5,483]

50 minutes ago, layzie said:

That would explain not going for Riak Andrew with a bid 

No it doesn't if we bid on Andrew he would have been on the senior list. Johnson is more regarded than him at Melbourne.

 

[58er 6,464]

On 02/12/2024 at 19:35, DeeSpencer said:

The original report (sorry forgot who it was) said permission to train, nothing about him actually getting a spot.

If the afl are serious about increasing indigenous numbers they should allow it regardless of spot.

Anyway, hope he can train, but even if we did have a spot I wouldn’t imagine he’s a lock. Looked super classy with the ball at Casey but didn’t do much without it. 

That’s what you go to an AFL Club to learn. 18/20 yo’s are not the full product.

We put the training and playing habits into raw talented or potentially talented prospects. 

[58er 6,464]

Just now, 58er said:

That’s what you go to an AFL Club to learn. 18/20 yo’s are not the full product.

We put the training and playing habits into raw talented or potentially talented prospects. 

Might get D/L ers off Frittas back if he succeeds. 

[Dr. Mubutu 856]

I'm not getting too far ahead of myself with regards to having him on the list.

The 'paperwork' referred to may just be insurance paperwork to allow him to participate in training.

[SthSea22 623]

On 02/12/2024 at 18:39, DubDee said:

But seriously any other info on him?

Thanks for the info so far…

Kozzi type small fwd?

NTFL on Youtube 

Southern Districts is his local team up in Darwin. 

[alpha33 323]

Looks very much like there's been some miscommunication about George's status. The likely scenario is that he's on the Casey list and just as in the past, can train with us but I have strong doubts that we can simply include him on our list as a Category B rookie under current rules.

[Deemania since 56 6,682]

On 02/12/2024 at 20:29, Roost it far said:

The next Aaron Davey????

He has ability and pace. What is more interesting to me is that he has Davey's smarts, deceptive moves and an ability to mess up the thoughts of opponents and defenders with agility and immediate assessments of place and opportunities upfield. 

[Lucifers Hero 40,068]

This guy played a few games for Casey last year so we were well aware of his talent.

It seems odd that if we wanted him we didn't keep a list spot.  

I would guess a talented, small fwd with X factor would be a more valuable A-Rookie than some others we have. 

 

Footnote:  we have a B-Rookie spot available but he isn't eligible.

 

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[spirit of norm smith 16,487]

On 02/12/2024 at 17:28, Matt Demon said:

Talents never been an issue for Roy, he's an excitement machine. Let's see how he settles into AFL standards, hopefully he's ready to give it his all and take the opportunity.

Yes agree. Talent was on show.  It’s how he can fit into the demands of footy at a higher level.  It’s not all just enjoying games with your mates.  Although it should be. Hopefully Dees can uncover another excitement machine … “Royball” !!! 

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[RalphiusMaximus 6,079]

That sidestep of his is something special.  He's going to break some ankles.  

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8 hours ago, Lucifers Hero said:

This guy played a few games for Casey last year so we were well aware of his talent.

It seems odd that if we wanted him we didn't keep a list spot.  

I would guess a talented, small fwd with X factor would be a more valuable A-Rookie than some others we have. 

 

Footnote:  we have a B-Rookie spot available but he isn't eligible.

 

I think it’s indicative of our interest really.

So for 2024 it would just be injury replacement through SSP?