26. Lachlan Hansen

[hilly]

Height: 196.7
Weight: 90.1
DOB: 17/08/1988
Recruited From: Gippsland Power.

Draft

Drafted by the Kangaroos in the 2006 National Draft (pick 3 overall).

VFL

Lachlan is allocated to Tasmania in the VFL. Their first match is against Bendigo at Windy Hill on Saturday April 7th at 2.00pm.

[Ted]

AFL Website 2007 Kangaroos Preview

Lachlan Hansen - Picked up by the Roos at number three in last year's NAB AFL Draft. Recruiters are hoping this talented 196cm 18-year-old from Gippsland will become a career centre half-back for the club.

[Lidge]

HANSEN AND GOLDSACK POWER 2007 DRAFTEES

Press Release
By Bryan Mitchell
5th December 2006
http://gippslandpower.footballvic.com.au/_content/article/00113751-thumbnail.jpg
The 2006 AFL Draft saw Gippsland Power’s Lachlan Hansen (Nar Nar Goon) and Tyson Goldsack (Pakenham) take the next step in their football dream by being selected by the Kangaroos and Collingwood respectively. Both boys were ecstatic at being picked up and eagerly looking forward to the physical and mental challenges involved at the elite level of the game.
Lachlan was touted as a top five pick long before the draft and, but for the age restrictions associated with it, would have been snapped up early in the 2005 draft along with fellow Power players Dale Thomas, Xavier Ellis and Scott Pendlebury. He had a glittering career with the Power and excelled at national championships at under 16 and 18 levels where he won dual All-Australian selection.
The hallmark of his game is his ability to take marks in contested situations and took over 15 such marks in several games in 2006. Lachlan thrived on taking on the oppositions best player in the key defensive post or when swung up forward or into the ruck. His mobility and agility made him almost impossible to counter as few players have this unique blend of football attributes and the skill to stick with him for a full game.
In stark contrast to Lachlan’s pathway to the big time Tyson has literally gone under the radar to find his place in the AFL. In his first season with the Power in 2005 as a top-age player he managed 10 games but impressed with his athleticism and versatility and due to this was able to play again in 2006 as a nineteen year-old.
His willingness to go to the next level saw him become a key player for the Power this season and he played in a wide variety of positions with telling effect. He too can take a strong contested mark and has the pace and skill to generate run all over the ground. Tyson will not be the instant AFL success that many predict as Lachlan’s path, but once he gains a little strength, he will make his own special and emphatic mark on the game.
While the club celebrates the success of both boys, several of their team mates are looking to take their own steps towards the big time. The up-coming rookie draft will hopeful give some of them an immediate entry into the AFL and they will be inspired by former team mate Craig Flints’ achievement of being elevated to Carlton’s senior list after one year as a rookie. If this avenue isn’t available, many of the boys will be in demand by VFL teams and their long term dream remains well and truly on target

[Harro]

PICK 3: Lachlan Hansen
Gippsland Power, 17 August 1988, 196.7cm, 90.1kg

“Burgatron VII - the full list”
From www.afl.com.au (http://www.afl.com.au/)@ http://afl.com.au/default.asp?pg=news&spg=display&articleid=307296
12:28:16 PM Thu 23 November, 2006
Matt Burgan

Rank: 3
Profile: Again, the Kangaroos cannot lose with their first selection, as they will either gain Hansen or Gumbleton - with Leuenberger also coming into calculations. But the Roos have been eyeing off both Hansen and Gumbleton, hoping to snare a key position player that will spend the next decade in the royal blue and white. Kangaroos coach Dean Laidley is believed to be a massive fan of the boy from Nar Nar Goon and should Gibbs and Gumbleton be taken, expect recruiting manager Neville Stibbard to read Hansen's name out. Should the Dons take Leuenberger and the Roos claim Gumbleton, then Hansen could be headed for the Lions or Power.

Highlights/achievements: Agile and powerful player who can play either end. Strong overhead and aggressive in the contest. At TAC Cup level this year averaged 19 possessions and nine marks in his 13 matches, also kicking 16 goals. All-Australian at U18 level this year. AIS/AFL Academy Graduate. 20m Sprint (3.03sec), beep test (14.3) and 10.43sec three-km were highlights of testing undertaken at the NAB AFL Draft Camp. From Nar Nar Goon F.C.


“Weaver's phantom draft 2006”
From www.bigfooty.com (http://www.bigfooty.com/forum/../) @
http://www.bigfooty.com/forum/showthread.php?t=279879
5:19 PM Sun 29 October, 2006
“Weaver”

Rank: 2
Profile: The Bombers have the tough task of choosing between an elite ruckman (Leuenberger), a superb CHF (Gumbleton) or the best CHB prospect we’ve seen in a few years. Hansen is the lowest risk and most ready to play quickly. Struggled at CHF and his best junior football has been rucking – which he won’t do in the AFL. With their lack of key defensive options and an ageing Fletcher, they could play safe. Gumbleton has more raw talent and Leuenberger is the other contender. Hansen is a good reader of the play and has genuine football nous.


“Macca69's Phantom Draft”
From www.bigfooty.com (http://www.bigfooty.com/forum/../) @
http://www.bigfooty.com/forum/showthread.php?t=283356
12:44 PM Sat 18 November, 2006
“Macca69”

Rank: 2
Profile: Very versatile tall, who can play forward or back or even have stints in the middle as he is pretty quick and mobile for his size and is one of the best marks to come through the draft in recent years. Also has courage in spades and though able to play the role of a rebounding defender can play a tight negating role also. Could go anywhere between 2-5, but Dodoro is real keen on him apparently and is exactly what Essendon are looking for. Selwood, Gumbleton and Leuenberger all a genuine chance to go at #4.


“TOA's Phantom Draft: 2006 (long post)”
From www.bigfooty.com (http://www.bigfooty.com/forum/../) @
http://www.bigfooty.com/forum/showthread.php?t=283011
12:42 PM Thu 16 November, 2006
“TOA.”

Rank: 2
Profile: Hansen is a courageous tall who is suited to CHB where he can zone off his opponent and read the play to perfection. Very strong in the air. Has very good endurance especially for his size. His kicking is one area that might need minor work, can be prone to banging the ball on the boot too often. There have been reports that Dodoro rates him at #1 in this years group and there is little doubt the bombers are desperate for a key defender for the future. Others that might come into Essendon’s calculations are Gumbleton, Selwood to sure up their midfield and Leuenberger after Sheedy said that tall athletic rucks are very important in the modern game. Dodoro recently stated on radio that these were the 4 players he was considering at 2. Hansen is a good chance to go to the Roos at the next pick if he gets past the Bombers.


“THE DRAFT TOP 50”
From www.demonland.nozzs.org (http://www.demonland.nozzs.org/) @
http://demonland.nozzs.org/forum/index.php?showtopic=4095
11:09 AM Thu 22 November, 2006
“Demonland”

Rank: 2
Profile: Very mobile KPP with a big motor. Possesses tremendous speed and acceleration for someone of his size. Is a natural CHB who reads the play well and will zone off his direct opponent to be the third man up. Has immaculate timing on when to leave his opponents, when to punch or take a mark. He has a penetrating kick which is accurate as well as long. Decision making with the ball seems to be the area he needs to work on the most, tends to just blast away a bit too much.

Bottom line: Has all the tools to become a dominant AFL KPP.


“Draft Analysis (Saint_Express)”
From www.saintsational.com (http://www.saintsational.com/) @
http://www.saintsational.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=25509&start=0
6:09 PM Thu 09 November, 2006
“Saint_Express”

Rank: N/A
Profile: Pro’s
q Best mark in draft
q Exceptional reader of play
q Scope for improvement
q Fitness Shuttle run Lachlan Hansen - level 14.04 (Equal 6th best, draft camp)

Weakness
q Time to develop (still skinny)

Summary
Lachlan is easily the best mark in the draft and most probably the best since riewoldt. He reads the play better than any player he has played against and when many players are standing waiting for the ball to land in the pack, Lachlan will be running off somewhere else and receiving an easy un-contested mark. As he is still skinny and hasn’t developed to his full capabilities there is a large scope for improvement. He has excellent endurance for a key position player and his current size would be the only concern. As at AFL level he may be out-bodied until he has spent a few pre-seasons in the gym.


“FootyGoss complete Mock Draft”
From www.footygoss.com.au (http://www.footygoss.com.au/) @
http://www.footygoss.com.au/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=31333&mode=thread&order=0&thold=0
11:01 AM Mon 20 November, 2006
Jay Rooney

Rank: 3
Profile: Courageous key position player with one of the best contested marks in this year’s draft pool. Played at all positions down the spine during the U18 national championships but looks more suited to a defensive role. Dominates his opponents and does not drop many marks. Showed his amazing courage and hunger for the ball when getting knocked out in a national championships game while running back into a pack. One of five Vic Country players selected in the U18 All-Australian side. Excellent endurance and is freakishly athletic for his size. Minor hip surgery won’t stop the Kangaroos selecting Hansen, who will provide assistance to a disappointing Roos defence.

[Lidge]

Wikipedia

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lachlan_Hansen

[bornaroo77]

Watch this guy with heaps of interest....will be a star and judging by training has put on a few well needy kilos already!!

[hilly]

Great news that Lachlan will debut on Saturday :thumbsu:

http://www.heraldsun.news.com.au/footy/common/story_page/0,8033,21459860%255E19742,00.html

[Stock92]

any chance of him playing up forward due to Thommo's injury??

[giantroo]

any chance of him playing up forward due to Thommo's injury??

50/50

[rooboy_88]

any chance of him playing up forward due to Thommo's injury??

most likely will have a pinch hitting role up there. primarily play at HBF but could move forward. also would feel that if we win and he shows glimpses, he could be a deserving R1 NAB rising star nominee.

[year of the roo]

any chance of him playing up forward due to Thommo's injury??
Yep will definitely be playing forward this week.

[bornaroo77]

Yep will definitely be playing forward this week.

I dont think so......been given a job down back......straight from the horses mouth!

[hilly]

Sorry, will post a report on Friday. Just appeared on 'The Footy Show' and struggled, as you might have expected given his age and the high profile of the show.

[year of the roo]

I dont think so......been given a job down back......straight from the horses mouth!
Maybe he should have been. Wasn't great up forward to be honest. I do hope he gets another game though this week and perhaps can overcome his nerves that affected him last week.

[hilly]

If anyone can find his stats V Collingwood please feel free to post them because I can't locate them :o

Thought he struggled and looked too skinny for AFL. I'd like to see him build confidence in the VFL.

Rating V Collingwood - 4/10.

He has been named in the Round 2 side v Port Adelaide.

[Kangas_Div]

If anyone can find his stats V Collingwood please feel free to post them because I can't locate them :o

Thought he struggled and looked too skinny for AFL. I'd like to see him build confidence in the VFL.

Rating V Collingwood - 4/10.

He has been named in the Round 2 side v Port Adelaide.

4 Kicks, 2 Handballs, 1 Mark, 1 Tackle, 1 Free Kick For and 1 Against Him

[.NMFC]

http://img337.imageshack.us/img337/8246/btgbannermq2.jpg

[HeLMie]

Phwoar talk about free advertisement

[David_Brent]

How's he travelling at the moment? Playing VFL?

Any chance of a return to the senior side in the upcoming weeks?

[hilly]

How's he travelling at the moment? Playing VFL?

Any chance of a return to the senior side in the upcoming weeks?

I'm glad you asked that.....

Will update very soon.

[Mr Reliable]

Maybe you've got to go backwards before you can go forward but the Lachlan Hansen that I just watched playing for Tassie v Coburg is not a patch on the one that played for us earlier this year.

If you watched the game without knowing any of the U 18s form you'd pick Jack Riewoldt in a heartbeat. Hope we've picked the right player.

[trueroo]

Tassie mercury

IT is becoming a familiar, disappointing pattern as the Devils yo-yoed between effort and pressure on their way to a seventh straight loss yesterday.

Against Port Melbourne at Bellerive, patches of brilliance were matched by periods of absence as the Devils repeatedly played catch-up footy only to again go missing after getting within striking distance.

Kangaroos No.3 draft pick Lachlan Hansen played his best game for the Devils in defence,

Round 8 SCORES TEAMS TIME/VENUE
14.12-96 Tasmania 2:00 PM
Sat 2/Jun

Bellerive Oval
def. by
18.14-122 Port Melbourne
Tasmania
Goal Kickers: A. Derbyshire 4, S. Stephens 2, B. Ross 2, B. Geappen, K. Hall, P. Koulouriotis, B. Moles, T. Goldstein, L. Harding
Best Players: S. Stephens, L. Hansen, D. Hale, B. Moran, T. Collier, A. Cornelius
Port Melbourne
Goal Kickers: T. Langford 5, L. Cotchett 3, J. Dukes 2, J. Rowe 2, M. Pearce, M. Smith, J. Baird, S. Pleming, S. Dwyer, R. Nahas
Best Players: R. McMahon, J. Rowe, S. Pleming, T. Langford, D. Robbins, L. Cotchett

[viddleodge]

time to give him his 3rd game laidley.

[mi_hrvati]

Hope we've picked the right player.

Ridiculous thing to say. How can you even be narrow minded enough to think of saying that. Hansen is and always will be a better player then jack riewolt. Riewolt is one dimensional and can only play at ff where hansen can play anywhere down the spine and with a few years pre season could move into the midfield in spells ala chad cornes.

dont know why these kinds of people call themselves supporters when all they do is be pessermistic about our future stars then do a 180 when they turn good

[Mr Reliable]

Ridiculous thing to say. How can you even be narrow minded enough to think of saying that. Hansen is and always will be a better player then jack riewolt. Riewolt is one dimensional and can only play at ff where hansen can play anywhere down the spine and with a few years pre season could move into the midfield in spells ala chad cornes.

dont know why these kinds of people call themselves supporters when all they do is be pessermistic about our future stars then do a 180 when they turn good

Are you on drugs? How is 'hope we picked the right player' pessimistic? Would you rather me be 'optimistic' and say 'hope we picked the wrong player'?

Anyway, thanks for dropping by.

[rooboy_88]

For any1 who has been watching him how has he being going with the high ball. showing ability to either take the mark of spoil. As long as he has his confidence and using some of that dash, you can tick off the first year in a positive manner.

[Sagnak]

For any1 who has been watching him how has he being going with the high ball. showing ability to either take the mark of spoil. As long as he has his confidence and using some of that dash, you can tick off the first year in a positive manner.

Apart from the game against Coburg when he was run on and off the bench all day his form has been pretty solid with Tasmania. Is the leading Kangaroos player in the Bartercard Tasmanian Player of the year award averaging 3 out of a possible 5 each game.

Creswell was playing him in a number of different positions during the early games and has only recently left him at CHB where he plays his best football. Played on long time VFL player David Pitt against Port Melbourne and shut him out of the game whilst taking about 10 marks and making a number of good spoils.

Was again solid on Sunday against Geelong. Excellent first quarter and when the rain and wind came he frustrated Playfair with his spoiling. Probably could have marked a few that he punched, however, given the wet conditions he made the right call. A couple of excellent smothers as well. Looks like he has filled out a bit and if his form continues he may get a few more games with the Roos before the end of the year.

Heading down to Preston on Sunday to see the Roos boys in action against the Bullants.

[Hearts to hearts]

Apart from the game against Coburg when he was run on and off the bench all day his form has been pretty solid with Tasmania. Is the leading Kangaroos player in the Bartercard Tasmanian Player of the year award averaging 3 out of a possible 5 each game.

Creswell was playing him in a number of different positions during the early games and has only recently left him at CHB where he plays his best football. Played on long time VFL player David Pitt against Port Melbourne and shut him out of the game whilst taking about 10 marks and making a number of good spoils.

Was again solid on Sunday against Geelong. Excellent first quarter and when the rain and wind came he frustrated Playfair with his spoiling. Probably could have marked a few that he punched, however, given the wet conditions he made the right call. A couple of excellent smothers as well. Looks like he has filled out a bit and if his form continues he may get a few more games with the Roos before the end of the year.

Heading down to Preston on Sunday to see the Roos boys in action against the Bullants.

That all sounds encouraging. Thanks for posting more detail about the games.

[jozeph]

Had a close look at Hansen at training and he is impressive, but until his upper body develops we will have to put up with him playing in the 2's, he consistently put the ball through the goals from 50 mtrs out at training, I can't be sure of accuracy but the distance wasn't a problem, definitely a keeper and has future star all over him.

[lion_gooner]

any chance of him playing on the wing this season?

[giantroo]

any chance of him playing on the wing this season?


Yep.

[bluegal1983]

Do you think he will play regularly this year?

Will he play round 1?

[kangamoose]

Can someone please explain why Hansen didnt play on weekend ?
Did he play in reserves ?
If so, how did he go ?
We recruited this kid to be long term CHB, gotta play him (and it stuffed up my dreamteam ! Selfish POV I know ...)

And why no Leigh Brown ?

[Kangaman 94]

Late withdraw was Hansen but why he is an AFL player who the Kangaroos picked up at pick 3 so why should a old jerk like Brown take his place in the side he is there to play AFL has an injury come over him if not he should be playing why Brown, Hansen would probably had been a better option looking at the game

Whoever thought as him as a late withdraw if he had no injury why take him out we were playing Richmond for all that we still would have won with him when he is taken at pick 3 you would expect he would get a game.

[Sagnak]

He was injured with a bruised foot and didn't train with the main group last week. As Giantroo posted last week he didn't train on the Wednesday. Didn't come up and Brown replaced him. I agree would play Lachie over Brown at the moment with a view to the future.

[sauce_head]

Great structure with the player watch North mods!

Can anybody shed any light on his late ommission the last two rounds? This is obviously a dreat team related query. It is very frustrating!

[ben.carbonaro]

After his undisciplined performance for Werribee today, I think it will be quite a number of weeks before he is back in the AFL side.

[sauce_head]

After his undisciplined performance for Werribee today, I think it will be quite a number of weeks before he is back in the AFL side.

That is no good. Still not sure why teams name players they have no intention of playing. Will track him through werribee. Thanks.

[Sagnak]

After his undisciplined performance for Werribee today, I think it will be quite a number of weeks before he is back in the AFL side.

Be specific. What were the undisciplined things?

[ben.carbonaro]

He didn't attack the ball at all and just looked for cheap position for a lot of the game.

Undisciplined was his kicking to space when clearly there was no target for him.

[deadlyroos]

any chance of him bein bak in the side any time soon

[ben.carbonaro]

I don't think he will be in the AFL line-up for a few weeks yet.

[Sagnak]

any chance of him bein bak in the side any time soon

Have a look at the reviews on his game last Sunday for Werribee against Bendigo Bombers on another thread. Ben didn't give him a great wrap but admitted he relied on someone else to help him write the summary. All the signs were good. Played in defence for entire game and ran forward when he could and kicked 1 goal and missed another. The most pleasing aspect was his contested marking which was a real feature of his game at Under 18 level. With Gibbo injured he may be given a chance but knowing Laidley he'll go with experience v youth.

[Dunn - Well Done]

love to see this guy get a game soon and be left in the side. Many good players at the roos and they are dropping some quality footballers whilst many arnt getting a game.

[hamburglar]

Hi All..

I understand this young fella played a handful of games last year..

I heard big wraps on Hansen during the pre-season.. Will he be playing 1's soon ?


Cheers

[The Filth Wizard]

Another one???

[Urmoe]

Has an outstanding ability to turn himself invisible and gather possesions. I'd be surprised if he isnt a late call-up for the Vic squad after yesterday's BOG for Werribee. Although his sore foot may be a hurdle.

[The Filth Wizard]

Um, really, Lidge?

Roo lounge?

[Lidge]

Um, really, Lidge?

Roo lounge?

Just mixing it up a bit.:o

Enough of the shennanigans - back to Player Watch.

[The Filth Wizard]

Just mixing it up a bit.:o

Enough of the shennanigans - back to Player Watch.

Shame.

I was gonna post a pic, the classic John and Yoko standing naked, arm in arm except... a penis has been put on Yoko.

And this was just the thread for it.

But now its out of the Roo Lounge...

[Sagnak]

Has put in two very solid games in defence against Bendigo and North Ballarat. Given that NB are one of the form teams I thought his performance yesterday was more than credible given he is obviously playing under duress with his left foot. I hope it's not broken as it will set him back for 6-8 weeks.

I'm sure Laidley would like to have him in the side ahead of Brown and to a lesser extent Watt, but he needs to earn the spot. If he was at a struggling club like Melbourne he'd be playing seniors. Laidley doesn't generally play kids just for the experience. If Lachie continues to do what is asked of him by the Roos and Werribee coaching staff his turn will come. He doesn't have to be BOG but it wouldn't hurt.

[ben.carbonaro]

Has an outstanding ability to turn himself invisible and gather possesions. I'd be surprised if he isnt a late call-up for the Vic squad after yesterday's BOG for Werribee. Although his sore foot may be a hurdle.

How can you think that he will make the Vic squad? :D;)

[Urmoe]

I think I underrated his game yesterday. Any chance you can tell me what his stats were Ben?

[sauce_head]

I think I underrated his game yesterday. Any chance you can tell me what his stats were Ben?

Any more dream team related news?!

[aussieicon91]

OMG

I used to go to primary school with this guy in Pakenham!

[Devil Fish]

Took some very nice marks today. Once he gets some size & improves his kicking & awarenees (which I hope he can), he has a very bright future at NMFC.

[Harry29]

Happy with what I see at the moment. Great dukes and his awareness will only get better over time with more games under his belt.

[RoosNews]

His efficency was better today. Played a pretty negative role down back and did it well. Picked up Johnson and Jamar when they went forward who are monsters. His closing speed and spoiling yesterday was good and his marking will only get better.

I liked the way he endeavoured to stop either Jamar or Johnson at the throw-ins and ball ups around the ground. They were trying to come over the top and he either went with them or tried to keep them from the contest. Was caught out early in the last qtr when Johnson charged into the middle from the ball-up as part of a set play. They tried it again later in the qtr but Lachy was on to it and got to the ball first.

Would have liked to see him match-up on Cale Morton which he did for a few minutes in the 2nd qtr. Laidley is confident enough with his ability to have him playing on the bigger bodies and this will stand him in good stead for next year. Has only had a couple of goals kicked on him in his 5 games this year.

His contested pack mark in the last qtr was fantastic.

[RoosNews]

Still not sure where Lachlan is finally going to best serve the Roos in the future but more than happy with the way he is progressing.

Was set up a few times yesterday with "hospital style" handballs and on every occassion he was able to get away a handball or kick to advantage. Earlier this season he wasn't quick or strong enough to do that.

Used his body cleverly yesterday to stop his opponent allowing a third player to come across and mark. Always played in front which was a positive sign.

Liked his comeback after Mitch Hahn eased him under the ball in the last qtr and scored a goal. A minute later Lachlan ran off Hahn and accepted a great pass on the wing, handballed to the running Sinclair and Grant finished off with a goal. I looked back to the Doggies forward line and there was Hahn standing all by himself looking like a goose.

Lachie ran hard all day to present an option and as usual most were not honoured but he didn't stop. Also helped out in some of the ruck contests.