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thegreenmachine

9 Oct 2009, 13:20

So...at the end of a big trade story with Brendan Fevola, he heads to the Lions in return for Lachie Henderson and pick 12.:thumbsu:
Not seen too much of him to judge him but appears to have enormous potential.
We lose our champion FF who will be enormously difficult to replace, but we get a very young up-and-coming key position player and an early draft pick at the end of the day.
In the end...remember...no one is bigger than the club.;)
On the CFC website is a player profile of him.:thumbsu:
http://www.carltonfc.com.au/newsarticle/tabid/4311/newsid/85913/default.aspx
Henderson heads to Carlton
http://mm.afl.com.au/Portals/0/carlton_images/henderson-081009-246-1.jpg

Lachlan Henderson to join the Blues

Who is Lachlan Henderson? It’s a question more than 43,000 Carlton members will be asking in the wake of today’s AFL draft trade deadline.

So to allay any fears, consider this following observation from the respected draft observer and The Age journalist Emma Quayle.

Writing on Twitter this morning, Quayle spruiked: “That is an amazing trade. Henderson is an awesome, awesome get for the Blues, exactly what they would have been trying to draft”.

Henderson, the 19 year-old strong-marking key forward/defender who originally hailed from the western Victorian town of Birregurra, is now a Carlton player. In a package complete with Brisbane’s first-round selection (selection 12 overall), he returns to Victoria to join Carlton, which has parted with Brendan Fevola and its second-round selection (selection 27 overall) in return.

Though he was sidelined for 12 weeks with a broken leg two years ago, Henderson’s reputation was such that the 15-game former Lions player was originally taken with their first-round selection (eighth overall) in the 2007 AFL National Draft behind a septet of big names, beginning with Carlton’s priority selection Matthew Kreuzer, then Trent Cotchin, Chris Masten, Cale Morton, Jarrad Grant, David Myers and Rhys Palmer.

Such was Brisbane’s lofty rating of the player, that it opted for Henderson ahead of such types as Ben McEvoy at nine, Patrick Dangerfield at ten, Patrick Veszpremi (11) and Cyril Rioli (12).

Henderson originally plied his craft with the Geelong Falcons, which produced the likes of premiership players Jonathan Brown, Scott Lucas, Gary Ablett junior, Jimmy Bartel, Luke Hodge, Cameron Ling, Matthew Scarlett and Carlton’s rucks coach, Matthew Capuano.

In the lead-up to the 2007 draft, Henderson was quoted in The Geelong Advertiser as saying, “ . . . I’d really like to stay in Victoria, but to play AFL footy, who really cares. I’d be happy to go anywhere”.

Now he has his wish.

Falcons coach Garry Hocking was also quoted in the Advertiser article, saying he had no doubt about his talent.

“He’s very mobile for a big man and he’s not only a strong mark but he’s good at ground level as well,” Hocking said at the time.

“The best thing about Lachie is that he's a great kid. I also think that he’s got great leadership qualities.”

Sin City

9 Oct 2009, 13:27

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

196 cm, 92 kg at 19 years old.

Lachlan Henderson is often compared to Jonathan Brown and Matthew Pavlich due to his strong marking ability, stamina and his ability to play at both forward (Centre Half Forward/Half Forward Flank) and back positions (centre half-back/half-back flank).

His standout game for the 2009 season came in round twelve against Hawthorn at Aurora Stadium in Launceston. Playing as an offensive Centre half-back, he kept Hawthorn's Jarryd Roughead to just one goal and set up three goals.

thegreenmachine

9 Oct 2009, 13:27

Appears to be a CHF/CHB prospect, one whose opportunities have been limited through inexperience, injury and lack of opportunities on the forward line in particular with Brown and Bradshaw down there.
We are going to really lack some experience down in the forward line next year concerning talls (Waite exempt assuming he plays down there like one thinks he will) but at still only 19 years of age he has a good size on him and will only get better with more opportunites with the Navy Blues.;)
Also returns home to play with his native state with the best AFL club in the competition.:thumbsu:
Best of luck Lachie in your endeavours to make a mark at AFL level.:thumbsu:
PS. I said it first, give him the great Jezza and Fev's no.25 guernsey.:cool:

Sin City

9 Oct 2009, 13:37

http://stats.rleague.com/afl/stats/players/L/Lachlan_Henderson.html

http://www.lions.com.au/players/playerprofile/lachlanhenderson/tabid/5189/playerid/18348/category/senior/season/2009/selected/bio/default.aspx

He kicked a season-high nine goals for the Suncoast Lions in their Round 14 AFLQ clash with Morningside and finished second on their goal-kicking list

2009 Hightlights were 9 marks against us, 8 marks against the Kangaroos the week before, 7 tackles against Geelong and 15 disposals in the Kangaroos game as well.

Sin City

9 Oct 2009, 13:59

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chopperduck

9 Oct 2009, 14:00

Many, many lions fans including myself are sad to see him go. Would have much rather given you Bradshaw. You now have your furture forward to replace Fev, as well as a first round draft pick. You might not like it now, but you'll love it in 2-3 years

blueblood25

9 Oct 2009, 14:01

this kid is a massive druel fest.. i'm pretty pumped to see him out there in the old dark navy

Blueboys7

9 Oct 2009, 14:05

Welcome Lachie!

May you become a champion :D

No pressure hehe :):thumbsu:

Koutafidamedis

9 Oct 2009, 15:49

Number suggestions??

I vote 23.

Faz 2000

9 Oct 2009, 16:01

TheGeneral

9 Oct 2009, 16:13

The interview is gone, so I've copied the whole thing.

Bomberblitz interview (http://bomberblitz.com/news/interviews/henderson.php)

BomberBlitz: Who was your footy idol growing up and why?
Lachie Henderson: James Hird and Nathan Buckley, cant split the two. Both these players just appealed to me because of the way they played footy and the leadership they both show on and off the field.

BB:Who do you barrack for, and where do you want to go?
LH: Collingwood and it makes no difference wherever I can play footy to the best of my ability.

BB: Do you have a rough idea of where you might be placed in terms of draft position?
LH: Not really I have been told different by people but anything could happen.

BB: What is your preferred position on-field and why?
LH: CHF, I like to be up the ground a bit able to run but also able to kick and set up goals.

BB: Three reasons why you would like to come to Essendon that distances it from its rivals.
LH: James Hird was there, Kevin Sheedy was there and it is a good club with a great history.

BB: Did you injuries this season set you back a lot in your preparation?
LH: Yeah, they have a fair bit. I struggled with my broken fibula bone earlier in the year and then a ankle and foot injury later in the season that i am still carrying. My fitness is surprisingly alright but everything is lacking with the little work I have done.

BB: Are you nervous about making the transition from the TAC to AFL?
LH: No, not really. I think these days there are so many people to help and guide you through that I will be alright. It will still be tough though.

BB: Just how much growth do you have in you to make?
LH: A fair bit I haven't played a lot this year so I have still got a year to catch up on everyone. I still have a lot to learn to hopefully become a solid AFL footballer.

BB: Which modern footballer (or if not one perhaps one from the past) do you think you think you are most like on field?
LH: Nick Riewoldt

BB: Who do others say you play like?
LH: Nick Riewoldt

BB: What would you say are you’re greatest assets in terms of AFL?
LH: My marking, my brain and decision making and my leadership.

BB: What areas do you reckon you could improve on?
LH:Ground Balls, second efforts and speed

BB: What would your top 3 goals be once you’re drafted to an AFL club?
LH: Have a full pre-season, run a 15+ beep (or just be real fit), do extra skill work to get myself ready for AFL and to try and play that season.

BB: What was it like getting an AIS scholarship for AFL?
LH: Awesome, I really did not expect it at all I didnt even know what it was when I got told I was getting looked at. I learnt so much throughout the year and owe a lot too the program.

BB: What do you think of the prospect of possibly moving away from home?
LH: Not really too happy with it but sacrifices may have to be made. I would miss a lot of things over here and it would be interesting to see how I go. But if its to play footy I think I would be alright.

BB: Who has been the hardest player to play on in the under 18s?
LH: With not many games this year I cant really tell but for me probably Mathew Lobbe or Hugh Sandilands.

BB: What have been your best and worst experiences out of AFL Draft camp this year? How did you find it?
LH: Best experience was just been around all the boys and catching up with the AIS boys. I couldn't really tell you the worst it was never that bad, maybe 3km time trial. It was a great experience. Very tiring but was worth it and was great to be around people that are going through the same thing as you, I enjoyed it.

BB: When did you start playing footy?
LH: I played all through primary school just at lunch at recess with all the older boys. But properly i started in under 14's when i was in grade 6.

BB: You’re in year 12 this year, how has it been fitting both footy and school work?
LH: It has been alright being in Geelong this year right next to school made it a lot easier. It has been fine.

BB: What subjects are you doing?
LH: Geography, English, Design and Technology, Further Maths, and Maths Methods. I also did Physical Education last year.

BB: Who has had the greatest influence on your footy career so far?
LH: My Dad

Your dad had a big influence on your footy career so far, did he play a fair bit of footy back in the day or does he still?
LH: Yeah he was a great club footballer. He just has a great eye for the game and has learnt to change with it and he still understands and knows whats going on, he is fantastic.

BB: Do you play any sports other than footy?
LH: Yeah I play golf, tennis and cricket. But really only golf now.

BB: If AFL wasn't around, what would you do instead?
LH: Something to do with sport anything around it. Maybe focus on Golf earlier on and try club pro or something. *laughs*

BB: Now for the important questions. Are you a cinnamon, iced or jam centred type donut man?
LH: Cinnamon.

BB: If you could hold a Guinness World Record, what would it be for?
LH: Fastest 20m sprint.

BB: What music do you listen to?
LH: Anything

BB: If someone made a film of your life, who would you like to play the lead role?
LH: Brad Pitt.

BB: Name 3 people you would invite to dinner and why?
LH: Tiger Woods, James Hird and My Girlfriend.

BB: One place you would like to visit?
LH: Trevi fountain in Rome.

BB: Three words to describe yourself?
LH: Hard working, Honest, Loyal

BB: What is your favourite colour M&M?
LH: Green

BB: Do you think milk should be added to instant coffee prior to boiling water or after?
LH: After

BB: Shorts or pants man?
LH: Pants.

BB: Shoes or thongs?
LH: Shoes.

BB: Thanks for the interview Lachie and good luck with the draft!
LH: Thanks.

Bomberblitz interview (http://bomberblitz.com/news/interviews/henderson.php)

TheGeneral

9 Oct 2009, 16:21

Test Results

Pre Season

Height - 195.5
Weight - 89.9
5m sprint - 1.09
20m sprint - 3.07
Agility - 8.64
Shuttle - 14.0
Vertical jump - 57

Screening

Height - 195.5
Weight - 91.5
5m sprint - 1.18
20m sprint - 3.14
Agility - 8.88
Shuttle - 13.8
Vertical jump - 56
Repeat sprints - 24.98

Terrific agility and beep for a big man. :thumbsu:

Draft day is like Christmas for 16 AFL clubs: Emma Quayle (http://www.realfooty.com.au/news/general/draft-day-is-like-christmas-for-16-afl-clubs/2007/11/17/1194767026939.html?page=fullpage#contentSwap2)

14. Lachlan Henderson

(Geelong Falcons. 17, 196cm, 92kg) Henderson is this year's tricky one.

He missed the fi rst half of the season with a broken leg.

He got back after the under-18 carnival, but struggled through the last few Falcons games with various niggles.

So clubs will be considering his under-16 form strongly when they make their minds up £ he showed great speed off the mark in that carnival, and covered enough ground for Geelong regional manager Michael Turner to compare him to Matthew Pavlich.

It would be no surprise if he proves to be one of the best players from this draft.

inthesong

9 Oct 2009, 17:04

Anyone notice in that game on the video he was wearing No.25 and playing at FF, at princes park.

Reardo

9 Oct 2009, 17:36

Stoked to have Fev up here, I really didn't think it would eventuate. Hendo is a beauty, you guys will love him. He was being groomed to take over from Big Guns when he gave it away in a couple of years. Everyone in Brisbane love him and wish him the best, from the Lions coaching staff to admin, fellow players and most of all the Lion's supporters. I will now have a soft spot for the Blues and hope you go well next season.
The biggest trade since Fitzroy and Carlton swapped Peter Francis for Frank Marchesani!! Haha, bring back the 80's.:thumbsu::thumbsu:

thegreenmachine

9 Oct 2009, 18:48

Absolutely the right kind of kid to bring to the Blues. Excited to see you here, Hendo!

NO pressure to replace Fev. Find your own role at the Old Dark Navy Blues, and be part of something great.

I foresee this guy player great footy long after Fev has retired.
Not sure he will be Fev but from the sounds of things maybe a Jarryd Roughead?:confused:
Sounds similar in that he can play both ends but was recruited more as a forward, where he will be required much more for us now that Fevola is long gone.
Not seen too much of him anyway, it's just what I've been reading.
Anyway, best of luck to Fev too on his way to Brisbane.:thumbsu:
It's a win-win for both clubs IMO, Brisbane have 2 of the best power forwards in the comp who could be serious premiership contenders next season, while we get an exciting key position prospect who will complement our young list very well next year and beyond.:)
See you in September again next year Lions.;)

Koutafidamedis

9 Oct 2009, 21:35

Hendollllaaaaaa

No? Ok....

Faz 2000

9 Oct 2009, 22:13

Hendolenko?

blue boy jatz

9 Oct 2009, 23:40

loving this kid!!!
cant wait for the next decade :)

The_Baby_Blues

9 Oct 2009, 23:55

The Next Sticks???

Chism

10 Oct 2009, 10:38

Welcome Lachie :thumbsu::thumbsu:

I have a really good feeling about this kid, i think he is going to be a beauty.

JayTee

10 Oct 2009, 13:09

I call him Hicks.

Henderson/Sticks collaboration haha, the mates and myself have been calling him Sunny, HenderSON, SON/SUN, Sunny.

'Sunny Henderson drills his fourth'
I can see it now...

TheGeneral

10 Oct 2009, 16:28

Hendo-pron (mms://wm9.streaming.telstra.com/wh_afl1/OnDemand/Preseason08/lachiehenderson.wmv)

Sin City

10 Oct 2009, 19:14

Nice work TG, some pretty impressive leads and grabs there

BlueSnake

10 Oct 2009, 20:37

Yes his leads and marks looked very good in that vid.

Gotta say though, I have a similar gut feeling about this guy as I do about ROK...and that being a very good feeling.

Probably doesn't mean much, but I can't help but feel it.

I think we will grow to love this kid much the same way many of us love Kreuz. :thumbsu:

blueblood25

11 Oct 2009, 12:53

Hendo-pron (mms://wm9.streaming.telstra.com/wh_afl1/OnDemand/Preseason08/lachiehenderson.wmv)

hendogasmmm!

TheGeneral

11 Oct 2009, 23:26

Market forces shape new Blue's future, Peter Hanlon, October 12, 2009 (http://www.theage.com.au/news/rfnews/market-shapes-new-blues-future/2009/10/11/1255195701665.html?page=fullpage#contentSwap1)

Carlton's recruiting manager, Wayne Hughes, is enthusiastic about landing a player he has seen a lot of and rates.

''It's exactly how you hope they develop; everyone's in a big rush, but the bigger fellas take some time,'' Hughes said yesterday. ''I think he'll be terrific.''

Market forces shape new Blue's future, Peter Hanlon, October 12, 2009 (http://www.theage.com.au/news/rfnews/market-shapes-new-blues-future/2009/10/11/1255195701665.html?page=fullpage#contentSwap1)

His father thinks there are worse jobs than having Chris Judd, Bryce Gibbs and Marc Murphy kick a footy on to your chest,

Market forces shape new Blue's future, Peter Hanlon, October 12, 2009 (http://www.theage.com.au/news/rfnews/market-shapes-new-blues-future/2009/10/11/1255195701665.html?page=fullpage#contentSwap1)

http://img136.imageshack.us/img136/4126/svhenderson.jpg

Getting Henderson could be a coup for Carlton.

We've lost Fevola, yet we will add Waite, Jamison, Robinson, Yarran, Henderson, Warnock, Hadley, Mclean and Austin to the 22 that lost to Brisbane.

Plus pick 12.

What a time to be a Carlton fan.

TheGeneral

13 Oct 2009, 23:27

Lachie Henderson just wanted a guernsey Jon Anderson, Herald Sun October 14, 2009 (http://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/afl/lachie-henderson-just-wanted-a-guernsey/story-e6frf9jf-1225786423769)

"Once they decided not to move, Ricky pushed it from there. Brisbane didn't put me up for it but I spoke to Vossy (coach Michael Voss) on Thursday night and then again on Friday morning after the decision was made.

"He said they didn't want to lose me but it was my choice and he would understand either way. So from there it came down purely to opportunity.

"When I first heard about bringing Fev up north, I knew it would put me out for a couple of years.

"From there Ricky pushed it and was fantastic."

http://img527.imageshack.us/img527/1061/402773lachiehenderson.jpg

Lachie Henderson just wanted a guernsey Jon Anderson, Herald Sun October 14, 2009 (http://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/afl/lachie-henderson-just-wanted-a-guernsey/story-e6frf9jf-1225786423769)

Marc Shmurf 3

14 Oct 2009, 14:02

Lachie Henderson just wanted a guernsey Jon Anderson, Herald Sun October 14, 2009 (http://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/afl/lachie-henderson-just-wanted-a-guernsey/story-e6frf9jf-1225786423769)

Lachie Henderson just wanted a guernsey Jon Anderson, Herald Sun October 14, 2009 (http://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/afl/lachie-henderson-just-wanted-a-guernsey/story-e6frf9jf-1225786423769)

God i love this kid already...

HBF

18 Oct 2009, 13:25

Give him No.23
:thumbsu:

Koutafidamedis

20 Oct 2009, 05:02

Give him No.23
:thumbsu:

Thats got my vote.

shell23

9 Nov 2009, 18:08

Henderson get number 25 :thumbsu::thumbsu::thumbsu:

Kickit2brown

12 Nov 2009, 22:03

Hope you dont mind me stumbling on to your board, Lachie Henderson has a lot of potential, would have got more game time with the lions if we didn't have brown & bradshaw up forward already. I am guessing he will slot straight in to your forward line?

It will be interesting to see how he goes next year with more game time and a full season up forward. All the best for next year, should be a good player for a number of years.

Bluebear

13 Nov 2009, 08:21

Henderson get number 25 :thumbsu::thumbsu::thumbsu:
Please no, unless he asks for it.

He will already suffer the comparisons with Fev enough let alone put him in his old position wearing his old number.

Mister Carlton

16 Nov 2009, 16:49

Henderson was pushing himself to the limit today. Kept training long before the rest of the team went into the changerooms. Was working with David Teague with his marking and shots on goal. He looks like a fantastic player we got and I can't wait to watch him run through the banner next year.

shell23

16 Nov 2009, 19:13

Mister Carlton

16 Nov 2009, 19:35

You guessed right. I didn't see Murphy.

Blue Bawls

17 Nov 2009, 14:20

BomberBlitz: Who was your footy idol growing up and why?
Lachie Henderson: James Hird and Nathan Buckley, cant split the two. Both these players just appealed to me because of the way they played footy and the leadership they both show on and off the field.

BB:Who do you barrack for, and where do you want to go?
LH: Collingwood and it makes no difference wherever I can play footy to the best of my ability.

BB: Do you have a rough idea of where you might be placed in terms of draft position?
LH: Not really I have been told different by people but anything could happen.

BB: What is your preferred position on-field and why?
LH: CHF, I like to be up the ground a bit able to run but also able to kick and set up goals.

BB: Three reasons why you would like to come to Essendon that distances it from its rivals.
LH: James Hird was there, Kevin Sheedy was there and it is a good club with a great history.

BB: Did you injuries this season set you back a lot in your preparation?
LH: Yeah, they have a fair bit. I struggled with my broken fibula bone earlier in the year and then a ankle and foot injury later in the season that i am still carrying. My fitness is surprisingly alright but everything is lacking with the little work I have done.

BB: Are you nervous about making the transition from the TAC to AFL?
LH: No, not really. I think these days there are so many people to help and guide you through that I will be alright. It will still be tough though.

BB: Just how much growth do you have in you to make?
LH: A fair bit I haven't played a lot this year so I have still got a year to catch up on everyone. I still have a lot to learn to hopefully become a solid AFL footballer.

BB: Which modern footballer (or if not one perhaps one from the past) do you think you think you are most like on field?
LH: Nick Riewoldt

BB: Who do others say you play like?
LH: Nick Riewoldt

BB: What would you say are you’re greatest assets in terms of AFL?
LH: My marking, my brain and decision making and my leadership.

BB: What areas do you reckon you could improve on?
LH:Ground Balls, second efforts and speed

BB: What would your top 3 goals be once you’re drafted to an AFL club?
LH: Have a full pre-season, run a 15+ beep (or just be real fit), do extra skill work to get myself ready for AFL and to try and play that season.

BB: What was it like getting an AIS scholarship for AFL?
LH: Awesome, I really did not expect it at all I didnt even know what it was when I got told I was getting looked at. I learnt so much throughout the year and owe a lot too the program.

BB: What do you think of the prospect of possibly moving away from home?
LH: Not really too happy with it but sacrifices may have to be made. I would miss a lot of things over here and it would be interesting to see how I go. But if its to play footy I think I would be alright.

BB: Who has been the hardest player to play on in the under 18s?
LH: With not many games this year I cant really tell but for me probably Mathew Lobbe or Hugh Sandilands.

BB: What have been your best and worst experiences out of AFL Draft camp this year? How did you find it?
LH: Best experience was just been around all the boys and catching up with the AIS boys. I couldn't really tell you the worst it was never that bad, maybe 3km time trial. It was a great experience. Very tiring but was worth it and was great to be around people that are going through the same thing as you, I enjoyed it.

BB: When did you start playing footy?
LH: I played all through primary school just at lunch at recess with all the older boys. But properly i started in under 14's when i was in grade 6.

BB: You’re in year 12 this year, how has it been fitting both footy and school work?
LH: It has been alright being in Geelong this year right next to school made it a lot easier. It has been fine.

BB: What subjects are you doing?
LH: Geography, English, Design and Technology, Further Maths, and Maths Methods. I also did Physical Education last year.

BB: Who has had the greatest influence on your footy career so far?
LH: My Dad

Your dad had a big influence on your footy career so far, did he play a fair bit of footy back in the day or does he still?
LH: Yeah he was a great club footballer. He just has a great eye for the game and has learnt to change with it and he still understands and knows whats going on, he is fantastic.

BB: Do you play any sports other than footy?
LH: Yeah I play golf, tennis and cricket. But really only golf now.

BB: If AFL wasn't around, what would you do instead?
LH: Something to do with sport anything around it. Maybe focus on Golf earlier on and try club pro or something. *laughs*

BB: Now for the important questions. Are you a cinnamon, iced or jam centred type donut man?
LH: Cinnamon.

BB: If you could hold a Guinness World Record, what would it be for?
LH: Fastest 20m sprint.Bomberblitz interview (http://bomberblitz.com/news/interviews/henderson.php)
I like that confidence. :thumbsu:

Blue Bawls

17 Nov 2009, 14:40

Number suggestions??

I vote 23.
:thumbsu:

Mister Carlton

17 Nov 2009, 15:28

My apologies on the watermark...

http://i991.photobucket.com/albums/af39/AlexPhotographer18/new.jpg

Bluebear

20 Nov 2009, 09:31

Was interviewed by KB on SEN this AM. My client insisted on talking to me while it was on (how rude) so I only caught pieces of it.

Nothing new in most regards:

Wasn't happy with the lack of opportunity up forward at the Lions, and was very keen to move back once they were looking at Fev.
Learnt a bit for J Brown in his first year up their, spent some one-on-one time with him passing down some tricks of the trade.
Learnt plenty playing in the backline this year and spent time with Merrit one-on-one learning about defending.
Has a "hot spot" (i.e. the pre-sursor to a stress fracture) in his foot and has carried it from the end of last year so isn't doing full training ATM, but is aiming to be doing everything in a week or so (read - its feeling very good ATM).
What does he need to work on - his intensity. Says he is a bit of a one speed player and that he needs to use his size and speed to bust into packs a bit more.........he's been reading my reviews. :D
If anyone has questions it might jog the memory of an answer, but that's about all I can recall. :thumbsu:

dogseye

20 Nov 2009, 10:23

TheGeneral

20 Nov 2009, 10:52

Lachlan Henderson's interview on 3AW's Sports Today, 19/11/09 (http://media.mytalk.com.au/3AW/AUDIO/201109_ST_Replay.mp3)

Bluebear

20 Nov 2009, 11:51

Lachlan Henderson's interview on 3AW's Sports Today, 19/11/09 (http://media.mytalk.com.au/3AW/AUDIO/201109_ST_Replay.mp3)
Starts at about 29 mins 15 sec.:thumbsu:

TheGeneral

20 Nov 2009, 12:19

Henderson's interview on SEN (http://podsentral.com/node/2874)

Koutafidamedis

20 Nov 2009, 12:25

Thanks for the link General... gee he sounds like he has a great head on his shoulders. Can't wait to see him in action.

TheGeneral

22 Nov 2009, 00:23

Big wraps on new Blue Lachie Henderson (http://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/afl/big-wraps-on-new-blue-lachie-henderson/story-e6frf9jf-1225801666774)
Later, this was the appraisal from Lions football manager Graeme Allan: "We rated Henderson at four. Mick Turner (Geelong Falcons' manager) told me that he would be a marquee player and captain of the club one day."

Nixon agrees, likening some of Henderson's attributes to Saints skipper Nick Riewoldt.

"He is that type of leadership person," Nixon said.

"He's what I call a millimetre man. He cuts the fat off a steak, runs that extra yard and takes pride in whatever he does.

"People at Carlton might be saying who's this kid, but he hasn't played there yet. It was unusual circumstances, because he was happy to stay at Brisbane, but now he's gone to a powerful club and it's exciting he'll play at the MCG and in front of big crowds.

http://i46.tinypic.com/2m47rqc.jpg
Big wraps on new Blue Lachie Henderson (http://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/afl/big-wraps-on-new-blue-lachie-henderson/story-e6frf9jf-1225801666774)

zeeCFC

17 Jan 2010, 12:06

poster on TC who spoke to Lachie at the closed Friday session quoted Lachie as saying his knee was sore and was on quartazone, but most likely will be right for round 1

TheGeneral

17 Jan 2010, 13:50

poster on TC who spoke to Lachie at the closed Friday session quoted Lachie as saying his knee was sore and was on quartazone, but most likely will be right for round 1
Does this mean Henderson will play one good quarter and three bad like Lance? :confused:

It's cortisone.

BF's pill pusher will give you a smackdown if you get the name wrong...

zeeCFC

17 Jan 2010, 16:44

Haha caught me the one time i didn't bother to check a suss looking spelling of a word.

Don't tell guns or Bluebear ;)

Bluebear

17 Jan 2010, 20:47

I think TG has done enough here. :o

celtic_pride

27 Feb 2010, 16:11

Well I am a believer !!!

You know yesterday's great game by Lachie was a good reminder of how poorly the midfielders played in the game against Sydney (the delivery to him there was awful) but he got decent supply yesterday, and snagged two goals and gave one away too.

He will possibly exceed everyone's expecations, certainly I wasn't sure if he could be this good, this early, but I'm excited !!!

blueblood25

26 Mar 2010, 12:12

http://cache3.asset-cache.net/xc/98031203.jpg?v=1&c=NewsMaker&k=2&d=77BFBA49EF878921A343B2C87A49D8F50E3400EBFFA898C8971B6CB243 6ED9103F498BB39AFA7B37

My god, I could not love this man any more than I do right now.
Amazing goal last night, the shape of things to come :heart:

zeeCFC

26 Mar 2010, 12:15

Is he cranking that Soujah Boy in that photo? :P

Loved his game last night. Only one goal but still presents well and is always a good option

blueblood25

26 Mar 2010, 12:38

Is he cranking that Soujah Boy in that photo? :P

Loved his game last night. Only one goal but still presents well and is always a good option

Definitely. And as his body develops he's only gonna get better with contested marks..

*edited for douchebaggery*

zeeCFC

26 Mar 2010, 13:26

Sorry to say bb25, but he missed that shot. His goal was on the other side of the 50...but his first goal wasn't too bad at all :)

blueblood25

26 Mar 2010, 14:02

hahah really?! good eye.
oh well, spew there's not a picture of it = (

Bluebear

26 Mar 2010, 15:18

Solid game from Hendo. Kept his man honest. Should have kicked 2 goals, and with his second efforts helped create more. Seemed to work well with the other forwards too. Not too many times were they competing for the same ball........something I have trouble reconciling in Navy Blue......more used to them going for the same footy and smashing each other to take the mark.

If that was their first game together, just wait until they have 30-50 games together as forwards..........drools........:thumbsu:

P.S. I loved how excited Hendo was when he slotted that goal and the crowd went up........a noise I suspect he has never heard before......and he seemed to like it.

Welcome to the Blues!:D

Jeremias

26 Mar 2010, 15:58

Good first game from Hendo.

Thought he was fantastic early on but he faded out of the game in the second half. That's disappointing but he's only 20, in his first game for the club so he'll most certainly improve on that and soon be having an impact throughout entire games.

His efforts off the ball are what impressed me the most. With Hendo, Setanta and Waite we have 3 talls up forward that are willing to work their butts off to provide a bit of defensive pressure.

We have to remember that he is only a kid at 20 years of age so he's not going to dominate from day 1. All we should be looking for is consistent effort and improvement from a guy that will fill out and should become a very good player for the CFC for many years. And last night, that's exactly what we got.

Well done Lachie - keep it up.

TheGeneral

4 Apr 2010, 00:21

Forget Brendan Fevola, Lachie Henderson is hot (http://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/afl/forget-brendan-fevola-lachie-henderson-is-hot/story-e6frf9jf-1225849324658)
Three goals and a clever assist to Setanta O'hAilpin were the perfect way to return to the Gabba. While Henderson concedes he may have been fortunate, he is finding his feet.

"It was probably my best game individually so that was nice, but not getting the win was frustrating. We were so close and then turnover really cost us in that last quarter.

"I have had no pressure on me whatsover. I just fly under the radar, which has been nice," he said.

"Hopefullly it all goes on the backburner now. We have got the game over and done with."
Forget Brendan Fevola, Lachie Henderson is hot (http://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/afl/forget-brendan-fevola-lachie-henderson-is-hot/story-e6frf9jf-1225849324658)

Kennedy with pace.

chelseacarlton

4 Apr 2010, 01:01

Was doubtful about this guy,but after the lions game,am looking forward to his confidence building this year and our re-structuring of the forward line.
A couple of extra kilo's, better second efforts and forwardline defence, this boy could be anything he wanted to be:D.Needs more TANK IMO:footy:
Go LH
Go our new forward-line:thumbsu::thumbsu:

Blue and Silver

4 Apr 2010, 09:09

TheGeneral

19 Apr 2010, 15:33

Henderson is the Kreuzer of our key position stocks.

Henderson and Kreuzer aren't as outrageously talented as Rioli and Cotchin, but both hit like a hammer and keep backing it up with second efforts. And take the hits because they don't lack intensity and mobility. Henderson had the poise and vision to hit O'hAilpin and Houlihan with good passes to set up goals.

Gun.

Kreuzer and Henderson will be something to watch when they hit 23 years of age.

Jeremias

20 Apr 2010, 10:46

I'd say Kreuzer is every bit as talented as Cotchin.

With regards to Lachie, could not be more pleased with the way he has started at his new club.

So many times in the past we have broken down accross the half forward line with no real target to kick to.

Lachie is playing around the half forward area and seems to love presenting. It's almost as if he demands the ball, and won't stop leading until he is noticed by his team mates.

He is a strong kid but is still growing and learning about his body. Once he has fully matured - look out!

My one criticism of Lachie at this stage of the season is that he drifts in and out of games a bit too much. Usually he is a reasonably strong starter then goes unsighted for a large amount of the game. This will no doubt improve with age and experience.

Lachie is not expected to be our leading goalscorer but he is expected to impact the scoreboard and help our goalkicking spread. And with 5 goals from 4 games, that's what he is doing. If he manages to keep going along his current average, he'll be good for 20+ goals in 2010, which would be a fantastic result for both Lachie and the Carlton Football Club and would build a solid formation on which to grow for many years to come.

TheGeneral

20 Apr 2010, 11:07

Kreuzer has been the better footballer, but Cotchin was BOG in spite of Veszpremi kicking eight.

Cotchin is dual sided like you wouldn't believe.

Henderson and O'hAilpin were instructed to drag their Adelaide opponents up the ground and open up the forwardline for the mosquito fleet.

Both were also clogging up Adelaide's forwardline.

They played their role to perfection.

Henderson took two good contested marks after dropping back into space and taking the hit to get to the drop of the ball.

Doesn't drop his head like Fevola.

Beaut. :thumbsu:

TheGeneral

26 May 2010, 19:32

Did Henderson really kick three goals and take some contested against the Hawks?

After watching Lachie's highlights on AFL.com.au using their Game Analyser, McAvaney's comment about Henderson's miss from 50 has me convinced that Lachie will be a hack.

Bruce named that kick as a career defining moment.

It would have been a mistake if that had have been Cyril's miss...

Commetti made fun of McAvaney terrible commentary after Henderson took that mark over Brown.

LOL.

Henderson was rewarded for his workrate and his good hands on Sunday.

Love the marks when he runs back towards goal and plucks them 30 out.

Took a similar mark against Adelaide, so I'd argue that Lachie is a touch faster and more agile than Kennedy.

Great big man marks and some nice leads.

Jeremias

26 May 2010, 19:54

Lachie is a confidence player.

He seems the type that starts a game relatively slowly and is prone to making mistakes but given opportunities he works on these issues.

I was proud of the way he stood up and made sure he got things right and really got excited about kicking those goals - he is a very young kid still, and anyone that really expects him to not make mistakes is an absolute moron. After a few marks and accurate kicks for goal you could really see him lift and become confident in his own abilities.

The fact that he is only 20 indicates that he will still struggle at times throughout games but as long as he continues to replicate his efforts, and his teammates don't lose confidence in him (which they should not and will not) then he will be fine and gradually iron out these issues and become a consistently good footballer.

Many players after making poor mistakes will drop their head and let it have a negative effect on their game. Lachie comes across as the sort of kid that will not give up and will not stop doing what he does until it works out for him.

I am very confident that Hendo will be an excellent footballer for many years for the Carlton Football Club. Let the idiots (Carlton supporters or not) have their say because the more they say, the more egg will be on their faces. At 20 years old he is expected to have good games and poor games, show good signs and poor signs - and that is exactly what we are seeing. Over time he will work hard on rectifying any issues he has within his game and not only will he be a better player for it but we will be a better team for it too.

Hendo is still on track to kick 20 odd goals for season 2010 which at the end of the day would be a fantastic result for the CFC and Lachie.

Blue Dimension

27 May 2010, 00:45

Spot on J.

Really excited by the prospect of Lachie. Very much a confidence player, and hopefully with more development and confidence in his own abilities, the brain snaps will fade out of his game.

TheGeneral

21 Jun 2010, 00:36

Link (http://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/afl/blues-worries-mount/story-e6frf9jf-1225882018233)
Lachie Henderson was one, kicking two goals and contributing to three others. It was even more significant coming on the same night Brendan Fevola marked his 200th game with a shocker in Brisbane colours.

Henderson is nearly nine years younger than the man who cost him his job in Brisbane, and seems to have a greater thirst for the contest.
Link (http://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/afl/blues-worries-mount/story-e6frf9jf-1225882018233)

blueblood25

21 Jun 2010, 12:17

now THATS what i like to see!

http://cache1.asset-cache.net/xc/102220509.jpg?v=1&c=NewsMaker&k=2&d=77BFBA49EF87892102A727B1636DE2E6770E75235A461564A7E40ECC9B F1B39B6D6302136D541698

:heart:

TheGeneral

21 Jun 2010, 12:32

The contested mark near the square on Tarrant was a Kernahan-esque overhead mark.

Great use of the body on a strong gun defender.

Blue since 72

21 Jun 2010, 15:12

You can just see from Saturday night that when the planets align he's going to be a handful for the opposition and a gun for us.

Nice step forward on the weekend Hendo, now forget about it and present again against your old club and remember, just another team to beat, your'e a Blue boy now until you retire.

Kick their arses.:thumbsu:

stabface

21 Jun 2010, 15:37

Blue since 72

21 Jun 2010, 15:41

That image is sensational...my favourite mark of the night and unfortunately he was one of a very few shining lights for me during the Freo match.

No doubt he will gain alot of confidence from that game which should serve him well for the rest of the season.

IIRC, Hendo was likened to a young Jonathan Brown earlier on in his career...it would be fantastic if he follows in the big mans footsteps.

As long as he doesn't get injured like Brown. People keep telling me he's the best player in the game. As far as I'm concerned that is laughable as I would never rate a player who is injured so often as the best player in the game.

blueblood25

7 Jul 2010, 09:20

http://cache3.asset-cache.net/xc/102559912.jpg?v=1&c=NewsMaker&k=2&d=77BFBA49EF87892102A727B1636DE2E696240C87A1B99A9968C7320AFF 8461562552173C80A9E252

So much love for this man :) Really impressed last week against his old team and his set shots from 50 are outstanding. Starting to build some confidence but has a long way to go. He is such an unselfish footballer and a real pleasure to watch

blueblood25

26 Jul 2010, 11:15

My favourite moment of Saturday night. Nailing that goal sparked that team and brought us back in it. So great seeing the whole team show Lachie so much love. Looks right at home :)

http://www4.pictures.zimbio.com/gi/Lachie+Henderson+AFL+Rd+17+Eagles+v+Blues+0akFEn-Ur4Ul.jpg

BlueSnake

26 Jul 2010, 15:09

Is that Juddy giving him a real loving hug? :D

TheGeneral

14 Aug 2010, 19:34

Patience with Henderson paying off: Ratten (http://www.carltonfc.com.au/news/newsarticle/tabid/4311/newsid/100346/default.aspx)
He is only a young man. He is a great kid and has worked extremely hard on his
game and I think he has built that up over the last couple of weeks,” Ratten said.

“He worked really hard and he got good reward.

“I think it’s a message for not just us but everyone that it takes time. It’s not easy changing clubs, even if they’re a mature player.”
Patience with Henderson paying off: Ratten (http://www.carltonfc.com.au/news/newsarticle/tabid/4311/newsid/100346/default.aspx)

TheGeneral

15 Aug 2010, 00:59

After a towelling, Henderson takes points (http://www.theage.com.au/afl/afl-news/after-a-towelling-henderson-takes-points-20100814-1245w.html)
http://img245.imageshack.us/img245/2880/svhenderson420x0.jpg

''Forward pressure's such a big thing these days and if you can get a tackle like that in the game it lifts everyone else,

''I've never been an aggressive sort of footy player and in this day and age, you've got to be. If you're a big bloke, you've got to be aggressive … I got a few hits and knocks but it was good to jump up and make a contest for the little blokes.''

''I have no idea what prompted it. I didn't think I was in a position at all to mark it … so I just sort of gave him a little bit for it,'' he said. ''It's just [about] trying to annoy him a little bit and get him off his game.''

'I didn't know what he was doing to start with when he grabbed the towel. There was a bit of talk but it's all in good fun. Whatever happens on the field happens on the field, it's over now. But you can't touch the head these days, if you touch the head you [give away] a free kick. Even if it's with a towel.''
After a towelling, Henderson takes points (http://www.theage.com.au/afl/afl-news/after-a-towelling-henderson-takes-points-20100814-1245w.html)

That has to be our play of the week on AFL.com.au.

Priceless by Deledio.

Carlton defeat Richmond by 89 points at the MCG (http://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/afl/blues-lead-tigers-by-11-points-at-quarter-time/story-e6frf9jf-1225905233303)
The bonus was the influence of tall forward Lachie Henderson, whose three goals, 10 marks, and 17 disposals gave the Blues a high-marking, big-framed forward to complement their mosquito fleet.

At 196cm and 96kg, the 21-year-old has a touch of class about him, and considerable self-confidence.
Carlton defeat Richmond by 89 points at the MCG (http://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/afl/blues-lead-tigers-by-11-points-at-quarter-time/story-e6frf9jf-1225905233303)

krayfesh

15 Aug 2010, 12:37

It's good to see Lachie get some recognition.

You look at the leeway the media gave Jolly because he had to come in to a team and learn how to play with them.

Lachie got destroyed by the media and by some here on BF, yet he wasn't a 28 year old premiership player fitting into a top 4 team.

He had to come into a completely new forward line structure and people expected him to Fev it up.

Go Lachie. And I love your smile :o

TheGeneral

15 Aug 2010, 13:53

Grigg2Henderson (http://www.gameanalyser.afl.com.au/?round=763&match=10282002&eventType=contestedMark&seek=1032&videoQuality=high)

Wait for towelie. :D

TheGeneral

16 Aug 2010, 14:07

http://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/afl/tackle
5. Lachie Henderson
We're not hailing the arrival of the new Kernahan but the boy from Birregurra has copped a lot of stick in his first season as a Blue. He was on a hiding to nothing coming in as the trade replacement for Fev and looked barely a VFL player at times early in the season but on Saturday there were signs that there is something above the ordinary about him. While he did play on a midfielder who was pretending to be a key defender in Brett Deleido, Henderson took 10 marks and kicked three goals in the manner of a good player.
http://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/afl/tackle

Mister Carlton

16 Aug 2010, 17:23

Gun.

HARKER

17 Aug 2010, 10:58

I was very pleased to see Hendo cast out a bit of mongrel on the weekend.
It may not be his natural demeanour, but having gained a free kick for showing some muscle may be a sign of things to come.

Well done young man. :thumbsu:

Splendini

20 Aug 2010, 22:15

Loving him....continues to make progress :thumbsu:

Sin City

20 Aug 2010, 22:39

He's going along really well. The rest of the year is a bonus and great experience, can't wait to see him after another pre-season.

TheGeneral

20 Aug 2010, 23:39

Cats prove too good for Blues (http://www.carltonfc.com.au/news/newsarticle/tabid/4311/newsid/100846/default.aspx)
Lachlan Henderson played his best game in Carlton colours. With Brendan Fevola watching on from the stands, his direct replacement managed something his predecessor rarely achieved - a victory over Matthew Scarlett.
Cats prove too good for Blues (http://www.carltonfc.com.au/news/newsarticle/tabid/4311/newsid/100846/default.aspx)

TheGeneral

25 Aug 2010, 17:28

SEN: Lachie Henderson Part 1 (http://www.sen.com.au/audioplayer/Audio/Lachie-Henderson-Part-1/958)

SEN: Lachie Henderson Part 2 (http://www.sen.com.au/audioplayer/Audio/Lachie-Henderson-Part-2/957)

TheGeneral

27 Aug 2010, 02:05

A decent replacement (http://www.theage.com.au/afl/afl-news/a-decent-replacement-20100826-13u6y.html)
The personality contrast could barely be more pronounced. Henderson - from Birregurra, outside Colac, and the son of a vet and a former ballet dancer, once prompted ex-coach Leigh Matthews to offer during commentary that he was one of the best characters he had coached.

Indeed Vonnie, his mum, admits to eventually becoming frustrated to the point of outburst with her son's former Brisbane housemate Simon Black telling her how good and decent her son was. She finally informed Black that Lachie had his dark side. For instance, he once cussed at her.

http://img828.imageshack.us/img828/38/henderson420x0.jpg

Photo: Paul Rovere
A decent replacement (http://www.theage.com.au/afl/afl-news/a-decent-replacement-20100826-13u6y.html)

TheGeneral

8 Nov 2010, 13:28

Lachie Henderson on 3AW's Sports Today 5/11/10 (http://media.mytalk.com.au/3AW/AUDIO/051110_Sports_Today_Replay.mp3)

Interview starts approx. at the 14 min 12 sec mark

Mister Carlton

8 Nov 2010, 18:11

Good head on his shoulders wish there were more AFL players like him.

Sound

8 Nov 2010, 21:24

Really enjoyed Hendo's last third of the season.
Stepped up and has PLENTY of development left in him.
Hopefully he can put some KG's on in the offseason, which in turn should give him a bit more confidence going up against the key opposition defenders.

Hendo and Bower will be our keys to next season at CHF/CHB.
If they both step up we should grab a home final.

Judderson

27 Nov 2010, 22:42

At the beginning of the year, all eyes were set upon Lachie Henderson to see what kind of impact he would make in his first year in the mighty Navy Blue. I set out a task for myself to keep a close eye on Lachie as the season progressed, and I decided to do a write up on Hendo’s year.

Lachie Henderson’s Year

11 months ago, Brendan Fevola- a cult figure at the Carlton Football Club- was traded to the Brisbane Football Club after a series of wrongdoings over multiple years at the Blues; a series of mishaps on Brownlow night which still remain uncertain being the final straw in the minds of Carlton’s management. On the last day of trade week, Lachie Henderson and pick 12 {which turned out to be young gun Kane Lucas} were traded to the Blues in exchange for the man they call Fev and, also, the forgotten pick 27, a pick which Brisbane drafted Callum Bartlett with. The trade of the controversial figure split Blues fans, the majority in agreement with the decision, although upset that Fevola was now gone from the club. However, there were also two other groups. There was the group which had little to no remorse for Fev after what he’d done and how he’d almost tarnished the club. The other group acted in a way in which was both inevitable and possibly too far; ‘protesting’ against the Blues for getting rid of Fev and virtually giving up all hope for the coming year. Outsiders claimed the Blues wouldn’t be able to cope with the loss of one of their greatest goal kickers and also one of their greatest characters {not for the right reasons}. As a result, almost everyone apart from a select few tipped the Blues to drop out of the finals after making their first finals appearance in 8 years, which they lost to, ironically, the Brisbane Lions. It was also inevitable that the young key position prospect in Henderson would draw direct comparisons to Fev, which were perhaps harsh on Lachie, who had had an injury-interrupted first two years, and also spending the majority of his 15 games in the backline.

As it turned out, the Blues defied the odds, making the top 8 for the second year in a row, whereas the Lions finished in a dismal 13th position, after being touted in the pre-season as a top 4 place. “Hendo” matured as the season went on undoubtedly, and here is an analysis on the young man’s first year in the Navy Blues, which can be branded as a success:

ROUND 1
RICHMOND {64} vs. CARLTON {120}
After the pre-season, all eyes were on the Blues’ ability to score {especially without their influential skipper Chris Judd, who would miss the first three games of the season through suspension} and to an extent Henderson, who was certain to be in the spotlight following the Fevola trade. Henderson started in the best possible way, taking a diving mark and slotting his first goal in the Navy Blue and only the fourth goal in his career. At the beginning of the third quarter, Ryan Houlihan threaded a bullet-like pass to Henderson, who took a great mark out in front; however, he was unable to convert. Nonetheless, the Blues ended up comfortable winners, and although it was against a very lowly competitor, signs didn’t look as bad as it seemed it would be for the Blues and their heavily scrutinized recruit.

ROUND 2
BRISBANE {107} vs. CARLTON {88}
Henderson returned to the Gabba to face off against his old teammates in game which was heavily centred around ‘Fevola vs. Carlton’. Lachie got a goal early in the game and had an air of arrogance surrounding him, mocking his old teammate in Daniel Merrett, before he slotted another in the second quarter. Henderson had kicked 2 of Carlton’s lowly three goals by half time, before he booted another in the third quarter as Carlton remarkably hit the lead. However, the Blues ran out of legs and eventually Brisbane beat the Blues by 3 goals; however, Henderson managed to ‘draw level’ with Fev, who also managed to boot three goals.

ROUND 3
CARLTON {75} vs. ESSENDON {95}
In a game where the other part of the Fevola package debuted, Kane Lucas, the Blues had a dismal night against one of the ‘big two’ opponents as far as Carlton are concerned. The skill level of the Blues was nothing short of atrocious in this game, with Henderson also contributing to this, committing a laughable error by kicking it out on the full under no pressure. With the Blues struggling, Henderson got limited supply up forward, and even when he did get his hands on the ball out in front of goal {managing to take 9 marks for the game}; he couldn’t convert, kicking 2 behinds. Also, his opponent Dustin Fletcher got away from him, who got 20 disposals and the 3 Brownlow votes.

ROUND 4
ADELAIDE {55} vs. CARLTON {103}
After two straight losses and less-than-impressive performances by the Blues, they received their skipper Chris Judd back for his first game of the season, as the Blues came out all guns blazing early, jumping Adelaide from the get go. The Blues led all day and even following a minor scare in the last quarter, they won rather easily. Henderson, who had been rarely sighted in the opening three quarters, had a very impressive last quarter, pushing back to help out his teammates, whilst also setting up a Ryan Houlihan goal and getting one of his own.

ROUND 5
CARLTON {104} vs. GEELONG {68}
This was the first of Henderson’s performances where he completely struggled, even when the Blues had a ripper of a game at the ‘G, defeating the reigning premiers by 6 goals. Henderson had a mere 4 disposals and dropped marks, both contested and uncotested, and almost looked like he couldn’t keep up with the game at some stages. The one thing going for Hendo in this game was that he managed to crash packs and bring the ball to ground, which perhaps enabled him to be recalled for another week.

ROUND 6
CARLTON {102} vs. COLLINGWOOD {155}
Henderson once again struggled on the big stage, handballing off to Chris Yarran while being only 10 metres out instead of going for goal himself early on perhaps an indication of his decline in confidence. He was moved back into defence onto the dangerous Chris Dawes but struggled there as well, and was subsequently one of various exclusions ahead of the big Monday Night game against St. Kilda.

ROUND 7
ST. KILDA {68} vs. CARLTON {129}
*Henderson struggles with limited supply in the VFL, but still managed to boot 2 goals in the loss to Box Hill. However, the Blues had arguably their best game of the year against the Saints, and Henderson didn’t look like breaking into the team any time soon.*

ROUND 8
PORT ADELAIDE {92} vs. CARLTON {118}
*Henderson remains in the twos for another week, however he is named the best for the Bullants after booting four goals in the loss against Casey. Jarrad Waite is suspended for two games after crunching Jason Davenport, as the door opens up to Hendo for a senior selection.*

ROUND 9
CARLTON {60} vs. HAWTHORN {110}
The Blues are unable to string together their third win in a row in a poor performance against the Hawks. After kicking out on the full after the quarter time siren with what lolbruce called a ‘career-defining kick’, Hendo played a key role in Carlton’s third quarter revival, kicking three goals in the quarter and providing a great target for the Blues. However, they eventually fell away with Hendo barely getting a sniff in the last.

ROUND 10
CARLTON {105} vs. WEST COAST {76}
After a very uninspiring performance against the then-lowly Hawks, Carlton faced the struggling Eagles outfit at Etihad Stadium on Sunday afternoon. The Blues started off with a bang as Hendo didn’t hit the score sheet for the first three quarters, but rather fed off the ball in the forward 50 to teammates, who often couldn’t convert. Henderson finally got on the board in the last quarter with a great goal from 50 out on the boundary. However, with Waite coming back from suspension, it seemed like Henderson, who had played good but not great in the past two weeks, would be dropped for the next clash.

ROUND 11
CARLTON {101} vs. MELBOURNE {60}
*Waite is eligible for selection, pushing Hendo out of the side again. However, he pushes for senior selection with a dominant 8 goal display against the Gold Coast at Visy Park. Waite was reported in the second quarter and it looked like the door was ajar for Hendo; however, the Waite charge was thrown out, and rightfully so.*

ROUND 12
NORTH MELBOURNE {97} vs. CARLTON {68}
*Hendo remained in the twos for another week, as he kicks two goals in the Bullants’ victory over Collingwood. The Blues’ forward structure- or lack thereof- and particularly Setanta o’Hailpin struggled immensely against the Roos, as Henderson looked a likely inclusion for the next match against Fremantle.*

ROUND 13
CARLTON {87} vs. FREMANTLE {96}
Hendo received a recall into the senior side with Setanta being sidelined with injury. After being quiet but not at all bad, Henderson played a key role once again in the Blues’ last quarter revival along with Eddie Betts. On the same night that Brendan Fevola had a night to forget in his 200th, Henderson kicked two goals following two contested marks against Chris Tarrant, as it looked like this would be a turning point for Hendo.

ROUND 14
CARLTON {120} vs. BRISBANE {65}
Hendo faced his old club once again, who would go into the match without Fevola along with an abundance of other "high-profile" names, including their captain Jonathan Brown. After struggling in the first quarter, an instance being going to Judd instead of taking the shot before giving away a free and goal at the other end, Henderson ended up kicking two goals once again, one of them being a goal from 50 on the boundary in a similar position from where he kicked it against West Coast, although on this occasion it was at the other end of Etihad {if that makes any sense :o}.

ROUND 15
CARLTON {58} vs. WESTERN BULLDOGS {126}
The Blues headed into their first twilight game of the year with a potential top four spot up for grabs, as Hendo took a mark on 50 in the opening 30 seconds. However, he kicked it into the man on the mark, but luckily for the Blues, it resulted in a Sam Jacobs goal. Hendo managed to kick a goal in the second term by kicking it off the ground, but with the Blues struggling, Hendo was pushed back as a loose man, denying Ryan Griffen a goal from 50, and also denying Barry Hall shots at goal numerous times, notably after Hall had gotten rid of Jamison, before Hendo ran back and slapped the ball out of Hall’s reach. However, this was as bright as the day got for both the Blues and Hendo, who suffered a leg injury late in the third term after some miscommunication with teammates.

ROUND 16
CARLTON {68} vs. SYDNEY {107}
On a day when the Blues struggled, Henderson had a dirty day, with both his injury from the previous week and a lack of quality supply contributing to this. In a game where Hendo really should not have been playing, he managed a dismal 5 touches and did not manage to hit the scoreboard at all. Contributing to this dirty day was the season ending injury to Kane Lucas, who suffered an injury to the same hamstring which he injured in Round 8 against Port Adelaide in the first quarter.

ROUND 17
WEST COAST {83} vs. CARLTON {109}
The Blues’ previous performances gained a lot of criticism by not only supporters, but, of course, those in the media. It was billed as ‘D-Day’ for the Blues, as if the Blues were to lose this game, it would almost kiss their finals chances goodbye. Good old Mark Robinson and Mike Sheahan wrote up a piece in the HUN which would surely have given them great pleasure, questioning the Blues and specifically their inspirational skipper Chris Judd’s ability.

The first half of this game was reflective of Carlton’s performances in the previous two weeks, as Hendo presented well in the first half but didn’t get much reward, kicking a behind which he really should have put through the middle, although he should have been taken to the goal square for a 50m penalty. However, he assisted Chris Yarran towards the end of the second quarter, and also managed to contribute to the Blues’ third quarter fight-back, kicking a goal from 45 out. He also should have marked in the third quarter inside 50, however a mix up between him and Hampson proved to be costly. The Blues won in the end anyway, and Judd managed to rightfully shut up the ‘expert’ journalists of the HUN. Of course, he also managed to shut them up for the rest of the year, in the end winning the Brownlow Medal, causing them to back track and call him a champion. Yes, this piece is about Hendo, but I felt the need to bag Robinson and Sheahan somewhere, and this seemed the best place to do it. Back to Hendo.

ROUND 18
COLLINGWOOD {105} vs. CARLTON {57}
In what was the darkest of days for the Blues, Henderson also had a shocker, although he barely got any supply. However, in the one instance where he did receive the ball in the forward 50, he didn’t get the distance from 40 metres out, as the ball was punched off of the line. It was hardly his fault however for his shocker of a day where he had 9 possessions as the ball barely came his way, but he did manage 5 marks.

ROUND 19
ESSENDON {73} vs. CARLTON {149}
Much like the West Coast game two weeks beforehand, this game was touted as a must-win game for the Blues not only for their finals chances, but also for Brett Ratten, who had come under scrutiny in the past weeks. Hendo played somewhat of a negating role on Michael Hurley, who had a brilliant game against the Saints the previous week. Henderson did some good team things throughout the match, assisting Judd, Garlett and Simpson; however he couldn’t manage a goal of his own, only managing to score the one point in the last quarter.

ROUND 20
CARLTON {156} vs. RICHMOND {67}
With a win solidifying Carlton’s place in the top 8 for the second consecutive year, this was a game which was widely regarded as Hendo’s breakout game. With the Tigers running low on key defenders down back, Deledio was moved onto Henderson, as the mismatch was clearly shown in the first quarter, when a Grigg bomb {doesn’t narrow it down} was dropped onto Hendo’s head, as Henderson took a contested mark and gave a spray to Deledio. Henderson converted and was then given a free 40 out straight in front after Deledio shoved a towel in his face, but Hendo only managed a point. Hendo managed a further two goals in the second quarter and could have had a fourth goal on the quarter time siren after marking from a Judd pinpoint pass {even though he can’t kick apparently}, but the ball faded away and he only managed a point. Henderson received his first lot of Brownlow votes this game, polling 2 votes, with Judd getting the 3.

ROUND 21
GEELONG {121} vs. CARLTON {79}
If the previous week wasn’t an indication of Henderson’s potential and rise in confidence, then the match against Geelong was the selling point. Henderson played very well however it was admittedly against a shocking Richmond defence, yet Hendo managed to equal his tally of the previous week against one the best defenders in the league, Matthew Scarlett. Hendo managed to score three goals in the first three quarters and all proved to be at vital stages for the Blues; his first and last being part of Carlton’s revival in the first and third quarters respectively, whereas his goal in the second quarter acted as a steadier as Geelong threatened to run away with the match. Hendo held true to Carlton’s slogan of 2009, and it got Blues fans excited; he was coming {no homo}.

ROUND 22
FREMANTLE {93} vs. CARLTON {87}
This was a game which would secure the Blues their first home final since 2001, however it wasn’t to be, as Carlton went down in a nail biter against the Dockers. Hendo only managed 5 possessions for the game; however he still managed to score 2 goals. Although he struggled, he managed to mark on the goal line and snap a goal, although Freo supporters were adamant that the ball had gone over the line so it should have resulted in a Jarrad Waite behind. However, it didn’t matter in the end, and the Blues were forced to travel to Sydney the next week for the 1st Elimination Final.

ELIMINATION FINAL
SYDNEY {99} vs. CARLTON {94}
After missing out on Brisbane’s team for the Elimination Final last year, this would prove to be Henderson’s first final, which he started in a blaze of glory, kicking a goal early on and also taking two nice contested grabs. However, for the remainder of the contest, Hendo seemed to have a severe case of the fumbles, getting his hands to the ball but not managing to hold on. He managed to kick his second goal with 60 seconds remaining to keep the Blues in the game, and managed to take a nice contested grab on the 50 before he dished off quickly to Garlett, who couldn’t finish. While not having a bad game by any stretch of the imagination, he could have had a much better game considering the amount of supply he received, and was one of many contributing factors to Carlton’s narrow loss and heartbreaking second consecutive finals exit.

As was shown in the latter stages of the season, Henderson has a very bright future ahead of him, and will play a very pivotal role as Carlton pushes for a top 4 spot and the premiership in the near future. The Fremantle game in Round 13 was an indication of how the Blues had won the trade with Brisbane, as while Fevola had one of the most dismal nights of his career in his 200th against Richmond, Hendo had a ripping last quarter, and played a big part in a comeback which could have resulted in a truly memorable win. His progression as the season went on was evident, and it rightfully creates excitement in the majority of Carlton supporters, with some others still being blinded by the entire Fevola love. But then again, they can’t really be described as true Carlton supporters. The majority of the media jumped on Hendo’s back towards the end of the year but this will be nothing different to Lachie, who was subject to much more public attention at this time last year.

Journalists have been mentioning that if Henderson is half the player of Fev but causes less than half of the trouble, then he will be a worthy acquisition. Judging from the later stages of the season, Hendo is more than likely going to become more than merely half the player of Fev {although he may not reach the standards of the decorated full forward}, and judging by his previous behaviour, he will be much less trouble than Fev. Actually, he seems like he won’t be any trouble at all.

I personally cannot wait to see how Hendo progresses further next year, as I see him as a legit 40-60 goal kicker in the coming years. While 40-60 goals next year may seem like an improbable task for Hendo, he did kick 25 goals this year from 19 games, but he also managed 10 goals in the last 4 games, giving an indication of his development as the season progressed. Managing 25 goals in his first season exceeded the majority of the realistic expectations which were placed on the big Number 23, so next year, the bar is set even higher, and going by what happened this year, it wouldn’t be a surprise at all to see young Lachie exceed all expectations once again, as he gradually develops into hopefully one of the most damaging centre half forwards in the competition.

TheHeatleyStand

22 Dec 2010, 21:30

Injured.
on crutches
having scans.

blues4flag

24 Dec 2010, 09:39

You've had a good run as Henderson's buddy tgm, but everything must come to an end and of today, the responsibility falls upon me to keep us up to date with Henderson's every action.

No doubt TG will be shortly along posting training pictures and articles of the great prodigy.

Looking great in the training pics, having lost some fat and put on some muscle. Nothing but good has been said of him thus far this preseason (bar the injury scare).

Judging by the improvement he showed over the course of 2010, I'm hopeful of further improvement next season as Hendo cements himself as one of the most promising young CHFs in the game. His work ethic and character can't be questioned - so long as his confidence is up and he's clutching those marks, we can hopefully expect big things from in 2011. :thumbsu:

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TheGeneral

24 Dec 2010, 18:39

No doubt TG will be shortly along posting training pictures and articles of the great prodigy.
You can have a video of Henderson's seven point play.

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Henderson's seven point play (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZwUF5k7I0Us)

kreuzecontrol

3 Jan 2011, 20:27

bone spurs. 10 weeks. should be fine for round 1.

blues4flag

3 Jan 2011, 20:58

That sucks. I assume he won't be on the track much at all in that time?

Blue and Silver

3 Jan 2011, 21:24

bone spurs. 10 weeks. should be fine for round 1.

Damn. At least he will be around for the opener

Jeremias

3 Jan 2011, 21:36

That sucks if it is true :thumbsd:

Was really looking forward to seeing Hendo's continued development in 2011. He was very good for us in 2010 and showed immense promise as a young key position player, but it is clear that there is still plenty of development left in him.

The injury is a set back and it will be difficult to have a great year coming off a very limited preseason, so here's hoping he recovers quickly and gets enough training into the body to ensure he has some sort of impact next season.

However, if the mind wills the body, anything is possible. And we've certainly seen that the kid has a very good head on his shoulders. Best of luck to him - love watching him and can't wait to see how he progresses.

The Big Sticks

3 Jan 2011, 21:42

That is not good news.

Thankfully it is nothing major but he would have been better off doing the rest of the preseason.

Anyone know where these 'bone spurs' are? Is he still capable of doing weights?