Dangerfield Kicks 8!

[jo172]

http://www.sportingpulse.com/round_info.cgi?a=MATCH&fixture=26865093&c=1-3020-0-67827-0&pool=-1

8 goals, second best, get him in the team next week!:eek:

All that after being flown back and forth to Adelaide in the week!

2 behinds as well, could have been 10 straight!

[Campbell's Chunky]

2nd best for Geelong today, kicking 8 goals, according to this:

http://www.sportingpulse.com/round_info.cgi?a=MATCH&fixture=26865093&c=1-3020-0-67827-0&pool=-1

He played RR and Full Forward.

Geelong Falcons
Goal Kickers: P. Dangerfield 8, L. Thompson 3, S. Hughes 2, D. Maloney 2, L. Boyd 2, L. Delaney, T. Simpkin, J. Rock, J. Hussey
Best Players: H. Hunter, P. Dangerfield, L. Rounds, L. Delaney, J. Hussey, L. Thompson

[RoosterLad]

you are joking me

[Campbell's Chunky]

Sorry mods.

Merge threads.

[MickyCrow]

____ me :eek:

Next week Adelaide Crow no. 159 Patrick Dangerfield

[fightingdreamer88]

Good boy. Right into the Danger Zone. :thumbsu:

[Blue Red and Gold]

debut next week?

Knights returning could be the determining factor.

[topjars]

Why not!
I think NC might blood youngsters onto the G who may likely play finals should we get that far. Dangerfield could be one of them younsters.

[Southerntakeover]

I may have just danced a jig.

[Stiffy_18]

____ me! :eek:

Great game by the kid considering everything he had to deal with this week.

Well done :thumbsu:

[swanfan]

Transfer him to Norwood thanks. ;)

[lincsPJ]

Transfer him to Norwood thanks. ;)

yeh they can have jericho back for the dangermouse!

[SpringChoke]

C'mon Craigy no more BS.................... get this kid in the side

[Eastern Crow]

What a fantastic effort

I heard Craigy say earlier in the week that Patrick has one of those personalities where he just fits in straight away, even when he is away from the club for a couple of weeks when he comes back it's like he has never left, he adjusts to training and the environment immediately

He is very popular amongst the player group and with the officials

I would love to see him get an opportunity this week at the G :thumbsu:

[macca23]

____ me! :eek:

Great game by the kid considering everything he had to deal with this week.
Well done :thumbsu:

Very relevant point Stiffy.

He's been flying back and forth form Melbourne to Adelaide, and training with a different team to that in which he plays.

This kid's got both character and ability. :thumbsu:

He can't be far from getting a game.

[IddyBiddy]

Warms the heart. Any reports anywhere?

[wall_ryan]

IN: Dangerfield, Maric

OUT: Shirley, Jacky(no offensive Jacky I would like to see more of you but I think we should rotate to Danger to see if he can have an effect"

[crowugoodthing]

Second best _____ me how good was Hunter then?

Good stuff Danger :thumbsu:

[Geoffa32]

Yep bring him in as I am gonna be there...

[-CG-]

Could get a run this weekend?

[Campbell's Chunky]

Could get a run this weekend?
Bookmark it.

[bus24]

DANGER ZONE :D

Well done lad. Certainly made my day :thumbsu:

Good chance to debut? On a Saturday Arvo at the MCG. And I'm going. C'mon Craigy, get him in there. :p

[Eastern Crow]

already a thread on this topic

[SpringChoke]

Very relevant point Stiffy.

He's been flying back and forth form Melbourne to Adelaide, and training with a different team to that in which he plays.

This kid's got both character and ability. :thumbsu:

He can't be far from getting a game.

"He cant be far from getting game" - BS If Craigy doesn't pick him this week then..................

[pinkcrows]

What number is he? for the crows that is?

[Drummond]

1. He narrowly missed out on playing this week as he was named an emergency.

2. Jacky isn't ready for the AFL just yet.

3. He's got to play.

4. Norwood play on Friday night, I desperately want to head over to Melbourne for the game. Are there any flights available? :o

[Campbell's Chunky]

already a thread on this topic
Yeh well they were made at the same time, if you check the times.

[macca23]

What number is he? for the crows that is?


No. 19

[FlyingCrow]

He is playing in the TAC against boys with an AFL preseason under his belt. So he should dominate each week he plays.

Lets not get to ahead of ourselves. NC knows what to do. I would rather a Van Berlo or Knights over a Danyle Pearce, who was thrown in and is suffering now. Lets not damage Dangerfield

[Drummond]

No. 19
Brings a tear to my eye.

And not in the way many would be thinking too. ;)

[Campbell's Chunky]

Brings a tear to my eye.

And not in the way many would be thinking too. ;)
Having a 19 that can play the game?

[Drummond]

Having a 19 that can play the game?
http://www.refblog.com/rb_images/2nd-20-korea-italy-red-card.jpg

[pinkcrows]

I think he will change to 35 when biglands gives it away.. think he has had 35 for most of his days

[Eastern Crow]

If Dangerfield is named on Thursday night I am booking my flight

I have never been so excited about a debut

[pinkcrows]

I dont think he will play this week. just got a feeling

[Baron Winds]

Yep bring him in as I am gonna be there...

+1 in incredible seats heh

[Dogga79]

Good effort!! I hope he gets a game next week against Carlton.

If he does play the issue of whether or not he should play TAC cup will rear its ugly head again, if it hasn't already.

[fantastic_crows]

Get him in there!

I'll be there, will be fantastic to see him make his debut.

[Macca19]

Craziness!

Even im excited to see him play.

[hey shorty]

Get him in the side now !!! Carlton had plenty of run today, admittedly against Melbourne, nonetheless get him and Knights in the team along with Ivan.

[MickyCrow]

Brad who? ;):D:p

[Dogga79]

Brad who? ;):D:p

Good point. The mob is fickle.

[Southerntakeover]

Lets not get to ahead of ourselves. NC knows what to do. I would rather a Van Berlo or Knights over a Danyle Pearce, who was thrown in and is suffering now. Lets not damage Dangerfield

To be accurate, van Berlo was thrown in relatively early. He only played a few SANFL games before making his AFL debut, and has hardly been out the team since.

[SpringChoke]

Craziness!

Even im excited to see him play.

:eek::thumbsu:

[Chief Crow]

That is excellent news. Would love to see him debut this week as I along with a bus load from Crows army are going over this week.

[doppelganger47]

surely the form demands a push at selection.
i don't think Knights would be ready this week. haven't heard much about Massie, but only that Campbell would be ready to play this week. would they slide Jacky out just for Campbell? i think Danger should be right in the mix of selection and demand a spot, possibly ahead of Campbell.

...great effort with 8 goals as well. who isn't excited.

[Jars458]

Is kicking 8 in the TAC cup the same as Adam Richo kicking 12 in an internal trial?;)

Would Ebert have kicked 10?:p

Lets not get carried away.

[bus24]

Lets not get carried away.

Nah. Lets.

It's far more exciting that way :p

[jo172]

Nah. Lets.

It's far more exciting that way :p

And lets face it, the last time an Adelaide player kicked 8 in any football match was Brad Sugars in SANFL reserves!

And Dangerfield is a hell of alot more exciting that Sugars!

[Chief Crow]

Craigy has already stated if form is good at any level from a player they will be strongly looked at for selection. His form warrants selection. It is now also a easier option as the game this week is on sat in Melbourne. He would only miss the friday from school to train with the squad in Melbourne. His timing looks right

[Sparno17]

Dangermouse!!! Luv ya work son!!!

Seriously though, the performance by hunter would have been a sight to behold. Upstagin rodney??? how dare he!!! :p

Long shot i know but didnt catch any of the game by chance VicCrow??

I think our next point of order should be accumulating appropriate bribe purse for to the Victorian board of education so this lad can bypass the rest of the year, get a near perfect university entrance and snatch the rising star out of Rioli/Palmer's grubby little hands.

[Jars458]

Craigy has already stated if form is good at any level from a player they will be strongly looked at for selection. His form warrants selection. It is now also a easier option as the game this week is on sat in Melbourne. He would only miss the friday from school to train with the squad in Melbourne. His timing looks right

Surely he should not miss any more school. Teh point of him staying at home was to do well at school which is hampering his footy. Lets not do it half and half and bugger up both things whilst we are at it.

I for one would be happy to see the kid play the whole year in th TAC and let him really concentrate on school and next year he will be jumping out of his skin. Patience is a virtue.

[Vic Crow]

Dangermouse!!! Luv ya work son!!!

Seriously though, the performance by hunter would have been a sight to behold. Upstagin rodney??? how dare he!!! :p

Long shot i know but didnt catch any of the game by chance VicCrow??

I think our next point of order should be accumulating appropriate bribe purse for to the Victorian board of education so this lad can bypass the rest of the year, get a near perfect university entrance and snatch the rising star out of Rioli/Palmer's grubby little hands.
Report coming tomorrow. ;)

[Chief Crow]

Depending on what time the squad trains. He might miss a couple of hours. He might even have a study period where it wont make a difference

[doppelganger47]

Surely he should not miss any more school. Teh point of him staying at home was to do well at school which is hampering his footy. Lets not do it half and half and bugger up both things whilst we are at it.
I for one would be happy to see the kid play the whole year in th TAC and let him really concentrate on school and next year he will be jumping out of his skin. Patience is a virtue.the amount of time put into school depends on the type of course/career he'd like to pursue after footy. ie, if he's like a Liptak (doc), or Hudson (physio) or Holland (pod) or Tippett (pharmer), then he should focus 100% on schooling. if he just wants to complete year 12 satisfactorily, i don't think a few days off during the year would hurt.

[Sparno17]

Report coming tomorrow. ;)

GURU :thumbsu:

the amount of time put into school depends on the type of course/career he'd like to pursue after footy. ie, if he's like a Liptak (doc), or Hudson (physio) or Holland (pod) or Tippett (pharmer), then he should focus 100% on schooling. if he just wants to complete year 12 satisfactorily, i don't think a few days off during the year would hurt.

The fact he has stayed at home in a comfortable environment opposed to opting for a year 12 over 2 yrs at a school in adelaide (ala Salopek) must mean he is pretty focused regarding his final results. From what we have learnt from this kid so far, he seem to have a degree of maturity beyond his years.

If it gets to the point where he needs the time, i imagine he would be mature and responsible enough to tell NC no. I also anticipate craigy would be equally as proffesional regarding the situation. Remember we are grooming responsible leaders of society, not just footballers.

[McLeodMagic]

Would love to see him debut next week as I'll be there. :thumbsu:

[whitey_1975]

Best news ive heard all day.:D:thumbsu:

[crowsarethebest]

What a gun:D. Where was he playing...? If he was in the middle (he was named in the middle right) he must've had it 50 times. Danger is coming...:D

[Campbell's Chunky]

What a gun:D. Where was he playing...? If he was in the middle (he was named in the middle right) he must've had it 50 times. Danger is coming...:D
It says Ruck Rover/FF.

[rxmanticxcxre]

Good to see the young lad doing well. It looks like a good opportunity to give him a game. Might as well give him a taste of AFL and see where his development is at.

[crows98]

If Massie and Knights are available to play, he will not get a look in.

[bus24]

Am I right in saying that the Falcons don't have a game next week?

[hey shorty]

If Massie and Knights are available to play, he will not get a look in.

And we still have the Maric issue........

Its good to see some injured players coming back and youngsters performing and pressing for spots. IMO I think he'll get a gig, being in Melbourne and all.

[doppelganger47]

And we still have the Maric issue........

Its good to see some injured players coming back and youngsters performing and pressing for spots. IMO I think he'll get a gig, being in Melbourne and all.yep, i can't even remember the last time we had this problem of too many youngsters pushing for spots. frankly, i don't think the Maric thing is much of an issue. he hasn't looked even close to playing for the side. he's been named as emergency before, but doesn't look like coming into the team unless it is for another ruckman.

personally, i think Danger debuting this week is extremely hopeful. Knights would probably still be a week away, but Campbell? should he be put straight back into the side for Jacky? which IMO sounds like what would happen; disappointing, because i'd like to see more of Jacky.

[Stiffy_18]

And lets face it, the last time an Adelaide player kicked 8 in any football match was Brad Sugars in SANFL reserves!

And Dangerfield is a hell of alot more exciting that Sugars!
I am pretty sure Trent Hentschel kicked 8 goals against Essendon in 2006 at Football Park and the media was misinformed by suggesting that Goodwin's 7 goals against the Eagles was the highest by a Crow since Modra! ;)

But the point still stands, 8 goals after traving to and from Adelaide and then playing for Geelong....its a pretty special effort.

[fightingdreamer88]

I am not sure how the club would handle Dangerfield's inclusion should his form continue to demand AFL game time. Purely from a football perspective he should play every game for which his form warrants a call up. But of course Neil Craig has already said he must be very careful not to disrupt his academic year. I put this scenario to you:

Dangerfield plays against Carlton this week and has a great debut, playing well enough to easily keep his spot for the following week. He would then most likely have to fly over and train again, missing more school and so on...you can see where I'm going with this and it could be a problem. The club wouldn't want to upset the apple cart here but on the same token he is listed with an AFL club so he has obligations. They will have to find a balance and it is entirely possible that it becomes a case of him being omitted simply because the club doesn't want to disrupt his schooling too much. Awkward situation. :confused:

[Kristof]

Surely he should not miss any more school. Teh point of him staying at home was to do well at school which is hampering his footy. Lets not do it half and half and bugger up both things whilst we are at it.

I for one would be happy to see the kid play the whole year in th TAC and let him really concentrate on school and next year he will be jumping out of his skin. Patience is a virtue.

Training with the Crows is part of his education for his $400,000 a year career. He has two educations he needs to consider and balance here.

[Dandy_GO]

He is playing in the TAC against boys with an AFL preseason under his belt. So he should dominate each week he plays.

Lets not get to ahead of ourselves. NC knows what to do. I would rather a Van Berlo or Knights over a Danyle Pearce, who was thrown in and is suffering now. Lets not damage Dangerfield

Agreed, and in an academic sense too.
Very exciting news nonetheless. He's developing very nicely!


Draft Hunter!

[betterthanu]

I am pretty sure Trent Hentschel kicked 8 goals against Essendon in 2006 at Football Park and the media was misinformed by suggesting that Goodwin's 7 goals against the Eagles was the highest by a Crow since Modra! ;)

But the point still stands, 8 goals after traving to and from Adelaide and then playing for Geelong....its a pretty special effort.

I am pretty sure they said its the highest haul against the EAGLES, not for the crows

[Campbell's Chunky]

I am not sure how the club would handle Dangerfield's inclusion should his form continue to demand AFL game time. Purely from a football perspective he should play every game for which his form warrants a call up. But of course Neil Craig has already said he must be very careful not to disrupt his academic year. I put this scenario to you:

Dangerfield plays against Carlton this week and has a great debut, playing well enough to easily keep his spot for the following week. He would then most likely have to fly over and train again, missing more school and so on...you can see where I'm going with this and it could be a problem. The club wouldn't want to upset the apple cart here but on the same token he is listed with an AFL club so he has obligations. They will have to find a balance and it is entirely possible that it becomes a case of him being omitted simply because the club doesn't want to disrupt his schooling too much. Awkward situation. :confused:
It's interesting...

Just watched a Dangerfield presser from before Dubai again, and he clearly said 'yeh I'm not playing AFL this year'.

[doppelganger47]

It's interesting...

Just watched a Dangerfield presser from before Dubai again, and he clearly said 'yeh I'm not playing AFL this year'.says that then, but when it comes down to spending a weekend studying for a test OR playing a debut game, i'm pretty sure he'd choose the latter.

[Campbell's Chunky]

BTW guys, Danger kicked 8 goals straight, not 8.2 as previously mentioned.

[fightingdreamer88]

says that then, but when it comes down to spending a weekend studying for a test OR playing a debut game, i'm pretty sure he'd choose the latter.

If football was his number one priority this year he would be living in Adelaide right now.

[Markthirtytwo]

Craigy has already stated if form is good at any level from a player they will be strongly looked at for selection. His form warrants selection. It is now also a easier option as the game this week is on sat in Melbourne. He would only miss the friday from school to train with the squad in Melbourne. His timing looks right

Pretty sure they also have Anzac Day in Melbourne on Friday CC:p

[IddyBiddy]

Danger kicked 5 goals from Full Forward in the last quarter. I can see his speed being an issue for defenders if he is played up forward, his defensive pressure would be brilliant.

[Porps_is_HOT_loz]

Danger kicked 5 goals from Full Forward in the last quarter. I can see his speed being an issue for defenders if he is played up forward, his defensive pressure would be brilliant.
Right on the money IddyBiddy. Next injury put Danger in the side. He is going to be a star:thumbsu:

[Jars458]

Training with the Crows is part of his education for his $400,000 a year career. He has two educations he needs to consider and balance here.

That's right but I am saying don't stuff em both up at once.

[Crows88]

I'll be at the game saturday would be awesome to see him debut! If Massie & Knights both aren't available I have a feeling he will play. Especially because friday is Anzac day (going to that game also) and he wont miss they day off school and will be able to make the crows final training session if its thursday night?

He does fly JetStar when he comes over as it leaves from avalon which is closer to Geelong. He must be getting to know the JetStar crew pretty well!

[ams4crows]

how do you kick 8 goals, play in the midfield and still not get the BOG that Hunter kid must have had it like 60 times!

[Fred Phillis]

He played on the ball in the first quarter - got 14 touches.
Then was 'rested' at full foward for next three quarters...kicked 8.4.

[Campbell's Chunky]

He played on the ball in the first quarter - got 14 touches.
Then was 'rested' at full foward for next three quarters...kicked 8.4.
Reminds me of my school footy days....

[Southerntakeover]

Reminds me of my school footy days....

You really should have gotten on your opponent sometime before the 14th touch :p

[Campbell's Chunky]

You really should have gotten on your opponent sometime before the 14th touch :p
LOL.

Pwnt.

[crowsarethebest]

He played on the ball in the first quarter - got 14 touches.
Then was 'rested' at full foward for next three quarters...kicked 8.4.

More like "Dangerfield is too good so we need to give the other team a chance":p.

[Chief Crow]

Pretty sure they also have Anzac Day in Melbourne on Friday CC:p

Didnt even think of the public holiday. So he wont miss any schooling this week :cool:

[IddyBiddy]

He played on the ball in the first quarter - got 14 touches.
Then was 'rested' at full foward for next three quarters...kicked 8.4.

Did you see the game Fred? Anyone have the opportunity to see this game, it would be great to have some C*G like feedback...;)

[Campbell's Chunky]

Did you see the game Fred? Anyone have the opportunity to see this game, it would be great to have some C*G like feedback...;)
VicCrow is meant to be working on it, but he is the slowest writer ever.

[Southerntakeover]

VicCrow is meant to be working on it, but he is the slowest writer ever.

Give him some slack, hes still using morse code to send messages.

[jo172]

VicCrow is meant to be working on it, but he is the slowest writer ever.

I'm still waiting for the famous write up on our draftees:D

Give him some slack, hes still using morse code to send messages.

Are you sure it's not binary?

[Southerntakeover]

I
Are you sure it's not binary?

Smoke signals.

[Vic Crow]

Dangerfield's game vs. Calder Cannons - Round 4 TAC Cup

First of all, you guys saying Hunter must have had a great game based on the bests - well, let's just say it doesn't really tell the whole story. I don't think the Falcons plan on naming in the best players at all when they can help it. It was unavoidable to name him this week, but giving the best to Hunter was token. Tough little player at only 166cm. He had five kicks and 11 handballs, laid four tackles and had four clearances. Not draftable and not the best player on the day.

As for Danger, well, he was impressive. Still needs to work on his kicking, but he was damn impressive. But so he should be. He's had an AFL pre-season and he's playing against a bunch of kids, most of which will only end up being serviceable local league players.

The main feature of his game was, you guessed it, running. He was running so hard and this is illustrated by his high number of handball receives. Most of those HBR's were at full pace and I'd say there was close to ten of them.

When he got the ball he would often just put the foot down and go for it. He was breaking tackles, bouncing and backing himself in. All the exciting sort of stuff. He had two frees against and they were both for holding the ball. One of them was more for incorrect disposal, which was a fair enough free kick. The other one was a rubbish call where he'd broken two tackles, had his hands free and got the handball off but still got called. :confused: The biggest thing I noticed when he was getting tackled on the weekend was that he had the ability to get his hands free to handball out of trouble. He was either breaking tackles completely, or able to get rid of it legally, which was very pleasing to see.

I noticed that when he was at full pace and was bouncing the ball he was bouncing remarkably close together. He was literally bouncing as soon as the ball came back into his hands. Another thing that I found interesting with that is that he would often use his first 15m without bouncing, but once he had his first bounce he would bounce as much as a basketball player! It means he's barely actually in posession of the ball when he's bouncing.

His kicking is something I will continue to be critical of, but I feel his disposal at pace is a little bit frantic whether he's bounced it or not. The reason I say this is that I believe when a player bounces the ball that often they're panicking somewhat. If he has that mindset when he's bouncing, maybe he has that mindset when he's kicking. That's also a theory that I realise some people won't subscribe to at all, but I do have to question why he bounces so close together and why his kicking can be so bad, particularly at pace. Just on his kicking I genuinely do think it's a cause for concern and you'll get a snap shot of that as I list all of the important plays he was involved in, which will include both good and bad.

First quarter
- HBR on edge of centre square - ran hard inboard (no bounce) - low, hard left foot delivery was good, but Calder defender spoiled. Falcons got a free kick a second later. The shot fell short but Danger had ran all the way down to the goal square and took a contested mark (two grab) for his first goal.

- HBR on HBF - ran about 5m and broke a tackle, shocking grubber kick.

- HBR on wing - ran about 15m, then took three bounces over the next 15m. He was absolutely flying! Poor kick into the forward 50. Not even really sure who it was meant for.

- HBR about 65m out. One bounce, shot at goal from 50 out but missed to the right.

- A loopy HB from Cannons player went straight to him. Literally boxed in by four Cannons players he crashed his way between two of them, kept his arms free and handballed out of danger (no pun intended).

- Brilliant tackle. Should've been rewarded with a HTB free, but no love from the ump.

- Playing forward now, sliding mark on lead. Really should've goaled from 35 out, minimal angle, but missed.

- Soft free for. Goal.

- Broke two separate tacklers and managed to get a handball off as the second guy was bringing him down.

Second quarter
- Back to the midfield. Free against - incorrect disposal. Running at speed, had his hands free but the ball sort of flung out of his hands as he went to dish it off.

- Gang tackled by about three Cannons, but got the hands off.

- Grabbed the ball straight out of a defensive bounce, baulked and handballed off.

- Playing forward now, good leading mark on 50 hugged up against the boundary, but his man went to ground. Took advantage of this by playing on, handballed off. Goal assist.

- Free kick. Goal.

I gotta take off now, but I'll finish the rest of this off either very late tonight, or more likely tomorrow morning. I'd say he had about 30 touches with about 20 kicks and 10 handballs, 10 marks, a bunch of hard ball gets (over five, but not quite ten), four inside 50's and 8.4.

[Vic Crow]

Hey! Screw you guys! I hit the post reply button to find my good name had been sullied. :p

BTW, I'll still be doing those draftee profiles at some stage. It's not that I'm slow, it's more that I'm a combination of busy and lazy.

[jo172]

Vic Crow, have I told you that I love you recently?

[fantastic_crows]

Magnificent stuff Vic Crow!

[crows98]

"Adelaide may have copped some criticism for drafting him ahead of Brad Ebert but I've absolutely no doubt that injury permitting Pat Dangerfield is a 200-game AFL player," Falcons regional manager Michael Turner said today.

"I've been doing this for 14 years and in terms of preparing AFL players the Falcons have probably been the most successful.

"The guys we've had through include Jonathan Brown, Luke Hodge, Gary Ablett, Jimmy Bartel and Cameron Ling, and Dangerfield is as good as any of the players I've seen coming out of the program."

http://www.news.com.au/adelaidenow/story/0,22606,23574654-5016212,00.html

:thumbsu::thumbsu:

[Crow-mo]

I gotta take off now, but I'll finish the rest of this off either very late tonight, or more likely tomorrow morning. I'd say he had about 30 touches with about 20 kicks and 10 handballs, 10 marks, a bunch of hard ball gets (over five, but not quite ten), four inside 50's and 8.4.

oh my! :eek:

[Crow-mo]

http://news.realfooty.com.au/dangerfields-crows-debut-draws-closer/20080421-27l7.html#


Adelaide tyro Patrick Dangerfield is presenting a near irresistible case for an AFL debut, despite living across the border in Victoria while he completes Year 12.

Named as an emergency for the Crows last weekend before being released to play for elite level Under-18 team the Geelong Falcons, Dangerfield warmed up with 14 possessions as an onballer in the opening term against Calder.

The coaching staff then moved him forward, where he booted 8.4 in the remaining three quarters.

It was a performance that drew rave reviews from Falcons officials, and forced Adelaide to think seriously about promoting him for Saturday's clash with Carlton at the MCG.

Midfielders Chris Knights and Bryce Campbell and defender Kris Massie are other players pushing their case for inclusion this week.

"Adelaide may have copped some criticism for drafting him ahead of Brad Ebert but I've absolutely no doubt that injury permitting Pat Dangerfield is a 200-game AFL player," Falcons regional manager Michael Turner told AAP.

"I've been doing this for 14 years and in terms of preparing AFL players the Falcons have probably been the most successful.

"The guys we've had through include Jonathan Brown, Luke Hodge, Gary Ablett, Jimmy Bartel and Cameron Ling, and Dangerfield is as good as any of the players I've seen coming out of the program."

Turner, in constant contact with the Crows as they track Dangerfield's progress, said the 18-year-old's debut would have occurred weeks ago if he had moved straight to Adelaide after being drafted.

"If he'd opted to go to a private school in Adelaide he would've been playing already," he said.

"He's ready to play AFL footy this year, and the way he's coped with the distractions of travelling from home to Geelong and then flying a lot to Adelaide (to train when school commitments permit) and coming back here and performing shows how focused he is."

Crows football operations manager John Reid said the club had engaged in detailed discussions with Dangerfield's parents about possible scenarios if he were to make his AFL debut in 2008.

Dangerfield has been an emergency for each of the past two weeks.

"That's one predicament we've discussed with his mum and dad, it hasn't happened yet but if it does we'll work with them over what will work best," Reid said.

"The possible scenario is if he gets a game and plays well and warrants another game Neil would be happy to have him playing while staying in Melbourne and for us to have him whenever it suits best."

[Dandy_GO]

Shitting heck. That's one hell of a good wrap.

[Southerntakeover]

"The guys we've had through include Jonathan Brown, Luke Hodge, Gary Ablett, Jimmy Bartel and Cameron Ling, and Dangerfield is as good as any of the players I've seen coming out of the program."


Thats a huge call :eek::thumbsu: