View Full Version : Bentley - pretty classy
Just watching the replay of PA v CWD.
At one point in the first, Bentley, in one motion, snaffles to ball in front of someone with one hand, dodges around an opponent, turns on a dime and boots the ball towards the goalsquare. Classy stuff - he looked like a seasoned performer like Burgoyne or the Francou of old in that move. Could be some good things ahead.
Power21
21 Aug 2006, 18:35
The first word that springs to mind is class.
I know it doesn't mean a great deal, but all the commentators were very impressed with him too, especially Cometti.
almqvist
21 Aug 2006, 18:42
couldnt agree more,
he almost pulled off another moment of brilliance when two collingwood players were looking for the ball, but he held onto the player a little too long. he'll learn from it.
the thing is also, he isnt the jared brennan classy either:which gets him in more trouble than good.
Santos L Helper
21 Aug 2006, 18:42
Looks good, but needs to work on disposal.
Power21
21 Aug 2006, 18:58
couldnt agree more,
he almost pulled off another moment of brilliance when two collingwood players were looking for the ball, but he held onto the player a little too long. he'll learn from it.
the thing is also, he isnt the jared brennan classy either:which gets him in more trouble than good.
Jared Brennan is far from Classy. I'd say ar**y describes Brennan.
Macca19
21 Aug 2006, 19:34
Definatley like the look of him. Deserves to be added to the senior list for next year
I know it doesn't mean a great deal, but all the commentators were very impressed with him too, especially Cometti.
Cometti would be impressed by an Ian Downsborough tazo in a packet of chips.
Santos L Helper
21 Aug 2006, 20:10
Cometti would be impressed by an Ian Downsborough tazo in a packet of chips.
Ha! Very good. :)
ps. Hope you don't mind if I steal that for my sig at our other site?
Just watching the replay of PA v CWD.
At one point in the first, Bentley, in one motion, snaffles to ball in front of someone with one hand, dodges around an opponent, turns on a dime and boots the ball towards the goalsquare. Classy stuff - he looked like a seasoned performer like Burgoyne or the Francou of old in that move. Could be some good things ahead.
I rate Bentley very high - the best of the rookies by far.
His debut was solid - sometimes the best way to be - creep up gently so that there is no wild speculation and big heads.
I think that he would have debuted earlier if not for injury at the wrong time, but he has been brought along at the right pace and has been developed well.
Eddie Woloschek
21 Aug 2006, 20:50
Ha! Very good. :)
ps. Hope you don't mind if I steal that for my sig at our other site?
Cometti might use it himself!
ExpectToWin
22 Aug 2006, 10:51
Bentley = Gun = The future just got better
He got quite a few possesions on Friday night but I noticed he had a tendency to be scared of going in for the ball and didnt convince me when attacking the opposition player.
Cometti would be impressed by an Ian Downsborough tazo in a packet of chips.
I have no idea how old Football Face managed to win the football commentator of year award. The guy is a complete moron.
Everything is impressive to him.
He got quite a few possesions on Friday night but I noticed he had a tendency to be scared of going in for the ball and didnt convince me when attacking the opposition player.
Second game.
hey macca ...does moylan get any kudos for picking bentley
spice18
22 Aug 2006, 13:26
hey macca ...does moylan get any kudos for picking bentley
For some reason I actually think our recruitment improved out of sight once Stewart left. No disrespect to the 'guru' but we seem to have scored a 75% success rate in our first draft without Stewart when our first pick was 30-something. Credit where it is due, Moylan and co are doing a very good job.
Bentley in his second AFL game played like a top 10 draft pick. Sometimes it is not about where you pick them but how well you search at the bottom of the barrell.
Malibu#27
22 Aug 2006, 13:32
For some reason I actually think our recruitment improved out of sight once Stewart left. No disrespect to the 'guru' but we seem to have scored a 75% success rate in our first draft without Stewart when our first pick was 30-something. Credit where it is due, Moylan and co are doing a very good job.
Bentley in his second AFL game played like a top 10 draft pick. Sometimes it is not about where you pick them but how well you search at the bottom of the barrell.
Id heard that Stewarts role had reduced somewhat prior to him leaving.
Do we still have any locally based recruiters given Moylons in Victoria _ I dont want us to be missing out on any SA based diamonds that are hidden away.
PowerKat
22 Aug 2006, 14:21
Just watching the replay of PA v CWD.
At one point in the first, Bentley, in one motion, snaffles to ball in front of someone with one hand, dodges around an opponent, turns on a dime and boots the ball towards the goalsquare. Classy stuff - he looked like a seasoned performer like Burgoyne or the Francou of old in that move. Could be some good things ahead.
Class is a good description. At the game, said he looked balanced and poised. Reads the play pretty well. Overall pretty impressive for a 2nd gamer. :thumbsu:
Ford Fairlane
25 Aug 2006, 09:52
Like his attack on the ball. Smooth mover, good hands - looks a genuine tall old fashioned HFF. Not many of those around.
For some reason I actually think our recruitment improved out of sight once Stewart left.
Interesting thought. I agree. Stewart picked his share of top 10 duds whereas Moylan seems to have a very shrewd eye for players not rated by other clubs who can really play.
Ford Fairlane
27 Aug 2006, 11:57
Mick Moylan's not wedded to the idea of finding a pacy AFL version Rick McGowan ... ;)
Wooohooo what a fantastic win.
Sometimes they call classy players the "Rolls Royce", but you can keep the Rolls, I prefer the Bentley. :D
http://www.edmunds.com/media/reviews/top10/cars.ceos/04.bentley.gt.500.jpg
Smooth mover
Classic speedster.
http://www.rrab.com/bentley/ts-1b.jpg
Powerstufff
27 Aug 2006, 20:02
For some reason I actually think our recruitment improved out of sight once Stewart left......It's not so much that but that injury has perversely helped us by making us play some of our warehoused talent. Bentley was not picked up by us, or by anyone, other than as an afterthought on the rookie list.
.....Bentley in his second AFL game played like a top 10 draft pick. .....This is true. He must be close to a Rising Star nomination.
dreamkillers
27 Aug 2006, 20:40
Interesting thought. I agree. Stewart picked his share of top 10 duds whereas Moylan seems to have a very shrewd eye for players not rated by other clubs who can really play.
Moylan listens to the guys we have watching the local footy leagues each and every week whereas Stewart tended to go with his own thoughts.........
Ford Fairlane
27 Aug 2006, 23:09
Here's the Bentley wagon - plenty of room to climb aboard. Should come with a tow bar for hitching on a trailer ....
http://www.autoweek.com/weekart/2003/0804/wagon_frontview.jpg
dreamkillers
27 Aug 2006, 23:17
Here's the Bentley wagon - plenty of room to climb aboard. Should come with a tow bar for hitching on a trailer ....
http://www.autoweek.com/weekart/2003/0804/wagon_frontview.jpg
The boys from Pimp My Ride need to hit that with a touch up.......
http://image.com.com/tv/images/processed/photo_viewer/a1/4a/1610.jpg
One word - composure.
A young James Hird? A long bow yes but gee he reminds me of Jimmy, just the way he moves without trying.
Ford Fairlane
27 Aug 2006, 23:26
The boys from Pimp My Ride need to hit that with a touch up.......
http://image.com.com/tv/images/processed/photo_viewer/a1/4a/1610.jpg
I'm sure they can work wonders with a bit of black, white, teal and silver! :D
spice18
27 Aug 2006, 23:35
Wooohooo what a fantastic win.
Sometimes they call classy players the "Rolls Royce", but you can keep the Rolls, I prefer the Bentley. :D
Absolute gold. I'm locked onto the Bentley bandwagon. It's only 3 games but this kid will ve something very very special. Smooth mover, great awareness and excellent disposal. Laced up Shaun B and Ebbo from pressure situations. I like this kid. Will be elevated to the senior list and move up in gurnsey listing probably to Francou's #10.
Powerstufff
27 Aug 2006, 23:42
....Will be elevated to the senior list.....Already has been.
Powerstufff
28 Aug 2006, 07:08
he meant permanentlyOK, but again I thought he had been.
Porthos
28 Aug 2006, 08:30
No, that doesn't happen for any rookie until post-season.
Powerstufff
28 Aug 2006, 20:43
No, that doesn't happen for any rookie until post-season.
OK, thanks.
bump
this kid deserves more praise :p
Mr Magoo
29 Aug 2006, 04:28
Looks good, but needs to work on disposal.
Plus he like a number of players in our squad needs to develop some upper body strength :thumbsu:
Powerstufff
29 Aug 2006, 07:44
Plus he like a number of players in our squad needs to develop some upper body strength :thumbsu:You think so? I actually thought he was amazing in this area for a 19 y.o.
He shrugged off or fought through tackles like Josh Carr.
he does have some, but a bit more would be good. Get him looking a little like someone like James Hird.
Matt Thomas looks very slim as well and could do with some added muscle which would complement his game style very much.
Mr Magoo
30 Aug 2006, 07:20
You think so? I actually thought he was amazing in this area for a 19 y.o.
He shrugged off or fought through tackles like Josh Carr.
Yes i do. Sorry i should've put that Bentley like a number of our young players needs to fill out or get more upper body strength.
Thomson, Chaplin, Bentley, Carlile etc could all do with more upper body strength especially the young players who will be playing midfield roles next year.
RussellEbertHandball
30 Aug 2006, 12:34
Just watching the replay of PA v CWD.
At one point in the first, Bentley, in one motion, snaffles to ball in front of someone with one hand, dodges around an opponent, turns on a dime and boots the ball towards the goalsquare. Classy stuff - he looked like a seasoned performer like Burgoyne or the Francou of old in that move. Could be some good things ahead.
Did a similiar thing with that blind turn against Rielly on the outer wing. His kicking is excellent. Makes a few mistakes with his handballs. Could do with a bit of time in the gym especially if he is going to spend time in the midfield. As I said in the other thread I am a fan.
My sister and her friend have bought seats on the wing, 3 in one row and 3 in another right behind them so it makes it easier for you have a chat with one another in the breaks. My sister's friend told me her daughter is going out with Greg. Said he was basically a nice, shy, young man who was dedicated to his footy. Good thing that he is not shy to take on an opponent and back himself. I guess you look at the game a little differently when your in her shoes.
Thomson, Chaplin, Bentley, Carlile etc could all do with more upper body strength especially the young players who will be playing midfield roles next year.Good point. It's fine for yougsters to go out and look great doing cameos, but if they are to be relied upon week in, week out, they are going to need to be able to match it pound for pound with the competitions heavyweights.
PowerKat
30 Aug 2006, 13:48
Watching the replay thought he looked like Andrew Obst.
As for the bulking up, any 18-19 year old is going to take a couple of years to get some real build up. You can't turn boys into men overnight. Some have that natural 'size' about them quite young but that is the exception, and some will never be able to pile it on.
I actually thought that a few of the crows players looked lighter than earlier in the year. We didn't seem as obviously out-sized as we have for a lot of the year? eg Goodwin appears to have lost a bit of 'solidity' - he looked skinny. Except Ben Rutten, who looked fatter, slower, and less fit than Dewie :eek:
Captain Wacky
30 Aug 2006, 14:00
Except Ben Rutten, who looked fatter, slower, and less fit than Dewie :eek:
LOL... he's definitely a one-or-two-hit wonder. Can't wait to see Tredrea tear him up next year.
Mr Magoo
30 Aug 2006, 16:10
Watching the replay thought he looked like Andrew Obst.
As for the bulking up, any 18-19 year old is going to take a couple of years to get some real build up. You can't turn boys into men overnight. Some have that natural 'size' about them quite young but that is the exception, and some will never be able to pile it on.
I actually thought that a few of the crows players looked lighter than earlier in the year. We didn't seem as obviously out-sized as we have for a lot of the year? eg Goodwin appears to have lost a bit of 'solidity' - he looked skinny. Except Ben Rutten, who looked fatter, slower, and less fit than Dewie :eek:
Well if Bentley turns out to be even near as half as good as Obst was, then i'm sure that will be very happy campers. :thumbsu:
Yep, Danny Morton springs to mind as one who had trouble re gaining strength through weight training. I'm not saying that they should just whack on 10-15 kgs of muscle next year although that wouldn't hurt Deluca it's just that once some of these players start filling out a bit we'll be better off in the long run. I remember when we played Brisbane a few years ago that their players looked & played like gladiators compared to most teams, also the weagles teams of the early 90's intimidated teams because of there size didn't they?
Well if Bentley turns out to be even near as half as good as Obst was, then i'm sure that will be very happy campers. :thumbsu:
Yep, Danny Morton springs to mind as one who had trouble re gaining strength through weight training. I'm not saying that they should just whack on 10-15 kgs of muscle next year although that wouldn't hurt Deluca it's just that once some of these players start filling out a bit we'll be better off in the long run. I remember when we played Brisbane a few years ago that their players looked & played like gladiators compared to most teams, also the weagles teams of the early 90's intimidated teams because of there size didn't they?
Whilst I agree with the concept of our youngsters gaining some muscle, I actually think strength has dropped in importance in the modern game. Fleet of foot, good decision making and tidy skills have become the essential ingredients.
Look at the dogs, McMahon, Cooney, Griffen, Gia et al …
I was talking to a prominent junior coach in Melbourne who said a lot of scouts couldn’t really care less if the player isn’t hard enough at the ball or is too skinny, as long as all the other pre-requisites are met, could be why we’ve managed to get so many hard nuts late in the draft.
I don't think Bentley needs to put a whole lot more on, though a bit would be great. For his style of play, I don't think he needs to be a tank.
Thomson, Thomas, DeLuca, and Surj to a lesser extent could all do with some extra bulk. Thomas seems decently tough, but for his style of play, a bit more would be great. He seems more toned than big, which can be deceptive.
I don't think Bentley needs to put a whole lot more on, though a bit would be great. For his style of play, I don't think he needs to be a tank.
Thomson, Thomas, DeLuca, and Surj to a lesser extent could all do with some extra bulk. Thomas seems decently tough, but for his style of play, a bit more would be great. He seems more toned than big, which can be deceptive.
Yep, the two Thommos could do with some muscle, especially Adam.
Mr Magoo
31 Aug 2006, 06:52
I don't think Bentley needs to put a whole lot more on, though a bit would be great. For his style of play, I don't think he needs to be a tank.
Thomson, Thomas, DeLuca, and Surj to a lesser extent could all do with some extra bulk. Thomas seems decently tough, but for his style of play, a bit more would be great. He seems more toned than big, which can be deceptive.
That's what i was alluding to but it may have come across that i wanted the Port players to look like professional body builders (my bad) an example of a player who i think has almost the ideal body shape for playing afl football for his size is Luke Power from Brisbane.
Thomson should try aim for a Daniel Kerr type build.
Thomas should go for Wilbur himself.
and Bentley for a Hird type build.
*PAFC*13
1 Sep 2006, 19:05
I recon Thomson should aim for a Brock McLean type build. He is already alot taller than Kerr.
Agree with the other two.