dazzledavey36

Stoppage work looks strong here.

Thing about him is that he is already physically imposing for an 18 year old up close.

Scary to think how he will look in a few years time when hes been in an elite environment.

12 minutes ago, rjay said:

Do you know why he dropped to the rookie draft 'dazz'? what are the knocks on him?

To be honest I havent spoken to anyone from the Bushies since the draft concluded.

I will admit that I was genuinely shocked he went through undrafted. The general feel was that he would be taken early to mid 2nd round in the draft so to get him this late is a steal. My only thought is perhaps for an inside mid he needs some work on his competitive work and contest so I would be say that would be one? Other then that, i am not entirely sure.

Onley, Ryder Corrigan and Heatherton were the 3 Bushies i was aware the club had spoken too from uo thos area.

Wow! So stoked for this pick!

I knew we had interviewed him a month ago but didnt think it was anything serious!

Well done Dees, he'll be a beauty in a full time environment

2 minutes ago, Random Task said:

Think this has been posted before but a good clip of him taking a nice mark and converting before embracing teammates, including our own ricky mentha.

https://www.instagram.com/reel/C_ZzdfovObC/

Jamie Elliott like..

So am i right to believe we only have the one live selection in today's rookie draft and that will be Kalani White?

“His point-of-difference is that he's so dynamic,” Recruiting Manager Jason Taylor said.

“His speed to get after opposition and provide pressure and tackle is outstanding really.

“He can sit on heads, he can kick goals, he's creative, so he's got a fair bit to his game.

“He's a really dynamic athlete, his testing is off the charts, his speed and endurance is really good.

“He's going to take some time though, recovering from that knee, and he's got time on his side.

“We'll get that right, and we're really excited by what he can be down the track.

“He does add a dimension to the forward line that's different to Kade Chandler, potentially Latrelle (Pickett) and Bailey Laurie.

34 minutes ago, dice said:

Melksham (186cm) and Fritsch (188cm) are not tall forwards

They pretty much play as tall.

So again, we have enough tall stocks on our list.

59 minutes ago, Ugottobekidding said:

Another draft has past and still we have not addressed the key forward problem. Seems like a lot will fall on an inform Fritsch,ageing Pie and Milksham and a hope that maybe Van Rooyen and Jefferson will may breakout.

JVR, Jefferson, Mihocek, Johnson, Kentfield, White, Heath, Melksham, Fritsch.

How many more tall forwards do you want?

3 hours ago, TeamPlayedFine39 said:

Heard him interviewed on SEN this afternoon. Interesting fella to say the least and someone who, dare I say, may be whisked away for some media training on day 1.

What was interesting was the way he was seemingly carefree and easy going in every aspect of his life except for his football. Even the tone of his voice changes when he talks about footy.

Will be very interesting to see how he develops.

Yeah did hear it, it was interesting.

Went to Crown last night after the draft and "got rinsed" in his words.

2 minutes ago, Redleg said:

Bailey in a Brisbane top?

Moe Lions.

11 minutes ago, Adam The God said:

When I heard he was from Gippsland and Moe, I immediately thought of Humphrey. I also thought of Xavier Lindsay and even Mentha out of Gippy recently. I wonder if the latter two are close too.

Hope our midfield doesnt take a hit injury wise..

Pass

Richmond going on a bidding spree..

3 minutes ago, Random Task said:

This kid wouldn't be a surprise or secret to any club. Good recruiters will be across literally 1000's of kids through the major talent pathways. Tom was captain of gippsland and made the vic country squad before injury.

I saw him last year at la trobe put on some showreel stuff and looked a cut above most kids in their draft year. Even took a few centre bounces.

I'm super excited he's on board.

Great insight.

Thanks mate!

1 minute ago, The end is nigh said:

Is Archie Ludowyke still on the board too?

Yeah

Is that us done for the night?

Highlights here are seriously impressive.