Delisted Matthew Hammelmann (2014-2017)

[dlanod]

Academy selection (pick 56) in the 2014 rookie draft.

Position: KPF
Height: 197cm
Weight: 86kg
DOB: 8-3-96
Recruited from: Queensland/Lions Academy/Morningside

Notes:

Hammelmann is a really solid key forward. Against New South Wales he was the dominant forward on the ground, leading repeatedly and to the right spots and finishing with 1.3. Across the three Under 18s Championship games he kicked 7.8, with only inaccuracy preventing him from dominant numbers. He had his best game against Tasmania, taking twelve marks and kicking 4.2 despite kicking a few into the man on the mark.

Hammelmann’s marking is impressive. One-on-one he doesn’t outmuscle his opponents but he does outsmart them, reading the flight of the ball and protecting the drop zone well, then he’ll extend his lanky arms and make it almost impossible for the defender to spoil.

http://boundforglorynews.com/2014-draft-profile-matthew-hammelmann/

"Playing on Lynch, I was just trying to compete as much as I could, and bring the ball to ground," Hammelmann said. "It was definitely a challenge, but it was a good one. I enjoyed it.

"On the trip I've learned a fair bit about keeping your concentration for the whole period and leaving no stone unturned. That's what it's like at an AFL club.

"You've got to be switched on all the time and not make any mistakes. You need to be on the ball all the time."

http://www.afl.com.au/news/2014-04-27/roar-ambition

Tall forward with excellent marking ability and leg speed as well as clean hands. Is very good both on the lead and in a one on one contest. A very reliable set shot for goal with a good understanding of where to lead and find the football. Has the ability to bring his team mates into the game. Averaged 11 disposals and 5 marks at the NAB AFL Under-18 Championships.

http://www.aflq.com.au/index.php?id=5&tx_ttnews[tt_news]=2185&tx_ttnews[backPid]=4&cHash=39eb32274f

Highlights:

 

[WhiteLionFeva]

Good that he gets a chance, and with us. If he develops could be a valuable addition given his height and marking, even a defender maybe.

 

[Haso]

That highlights package doesn't really place his kicking in the best light. Not a bad mark though.

 

[POBT]

“We were actually very close to using one of our National Draft selections on Matty (Hammelmann), but he ended up missing out given we had already committed to taking Dawson, Andrews, and Clayton so far out from the Draft. So we were ecstatic that he got through to the Rookie Draft and obviously had no hesitation in nominating him as a priority Academy rookie selection.”

Steve Conole on lions.com.au

Nice for the kid to hear after I'm sure he was feeling pretty disappointed.

 

[WhiteLionFeva]

I reckon they would have said to him some time ago "if we don't take you in the draft we will nominate/rookie you".

 

[Eons]

Steve Conole on lions.com.au

Nice for the kid to hear after I'm sure he was feeling pretty disappointed.

D'OH! Just posted that little tidbit on the draft discussion thread.

 

[Ruse]

I didn't think it was possible but he looks even thinner than josh watts.

 

[SizeMatters]

I didn't think it was possible but he looks even thinner than josh watts.

Have you seen his legs? I was astonished when I first seen them.

 

[cheekyLionsFan]

He looks like a rake

 

[jackess]

Are people really surprised that these 6 foot 5 teenagers are skinny?

 

[Billy Puller]

Have you seen his legs? I was astonished when I first seen them.

I am sure his legs got a real rise out of you

 

[Panthera]

198cm key forward that takes a great pack mark and knows how to get separation from defenders, yet we take him in the Rookie Draft and no one takes him in the National.....something doesn't add up

Best of luck to the kid

 

[Billy Puller]

198cm key forward that takes a great pack mark and knows how to get separation from defenders, yet we take him in the Rookie Draft and no one takes him in the National.....something doesn't add up

Best of luck to the kid

Pack mark..... Dunno where you heard that. Not aggressive enough at the contest is his biggest fault. More of a lead and grab rather than a contested marker. Jack Gunston like is a reasonable comparison.

 

[Panthera]

Pack mark..... Dunno where you heard that. Not aggressive enough at the contest is his biggest fault. More of a lead and grab rather than a contested marker. Jack Gunston like is a reasonable comparison.

I've seen him live at the Nationals; he reaches over opponents in his vicinity and takes grabs. He's more than capable in a marking sense.

 

[dlanod]

I've seen him live at the Nationals; he reaches over opponents in his vicinity and takes grabs. He's more than capable in a marking sense.

He can use his height but he's a bit Lisle-esque.

 

[Panthera]

He can use his height but he's a bit Lisle-esque.

Hopefully that changes with another 15kg to his frame and Browny as a mentor

 

[WhiteLionFeva]

Pack mark..... Dunno where you heard that. Not aggressive enough at the contest is his biggest fault. More of a lead and grab rather than a contested marker. Jack Gunston like is a reasonable comparison.

And he proves the point that you simply don't need to be a gorilla to be a dominant forward in finals. Buddy is also not a pack mark specialist - although he does have one or two other special traits.

 

[Billy Puller]

And he proves the point that you simply don't need to be a gorilla to be a dominant forward in finals. Buddy is also not a pack mark specialist - although he does have one or two other special traits.

Argument could be made Jack Gunston on his own couldn't be your one true KPF target. PLaying second or third forward is how he does it.

 

[Ruse]

Argument could be made Jack Gunston on his own couldn't be your one true KPF target. PLaying second or third forward is how he does it.

Well they can't all be the one true kpf as there's only one of those in a team. I don't care what he turns out to be if he can kick 2 goals a game I'd be very happy. Same goes for all the other kpf in the team.

 

[ZoBlitz]

Brisbane Lions rookie Matthew Hammelman is learning what it takes to be an AFL player

BRISBANE Lions rookie Matthew Hammelman is learning what it takes to be an AFL player as he pushes through his first preseason with the club.

The former Morningside Panthers and Carindale Cougars junior was selected with pick 75 in the 2014 AFL Draft and has not missed a session yet.

Going up against bigger, stronger and more experienced players at training, the tall forward said his main focus was working on his body.

 

[POBT]

Keep forgetting he was only rookie listed.

 

[Panthera]

Keep forgetting he was only rookie listed.

Same

Interesting to see who gets upgraded for Hanley from the rookie list.

 

[xplo]

Zac OBy is still rookie list isn't he? If so, can't see how he could be overlooked. First group in running usually. Worked harder than anyone else in that Geelong game.

Against Hammer, Archie, Bourke and a bunch of 18 yo kids.

He'd have to be pretty worried if they lifted a Hammelman, Evans or Beasley before they've even played a magoos game.

 

[ZoBlitz]

Grace Maddock dreams big after meeting Brisbane Lion Matthew Hammelmann

LITTLE Grace Maddock may be more than 100cms smaller than Brisbane Lions forward Matthew Hammelmann, but the pair share something in common.

They are a part of history at the Carindale Cougars Junior Australian Rules Football Club.

Grace, 8, is the first girls player in nine years to join the club, and only the second in its 20-year history, while Hammelmann is the first junior to go on to the AFL.

A fanatical AFL fan, Maddock had the chance to meet the Lions rookie when he visited the club on March 19.

“Grace joined because she wanted to play a team sport and never had much of an idea about AFL but now she loves it.”

 

[ZoBlitz]

Reserves Wrap - Gold Coast Suns - 04/04/2015 (Shane Woewodin's comments)

Still a work in progress for Matt with his marking – missed some opportunities with his technique in that area. He’s working hard on his pattern work and his defensive side of his game. It was good for him to have a full hit out. He cramped probably in the third – needs some education around his hydration.