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Talking to a friend that follows the Rebels closely in Ballarat this morning and he tells me Oscar McDonald was upgraded from the Victorian State combine to the main NAB AFL National Draft Combine so it seems there must be real interest from quite a few clubs one would think. He said there was an article on the upgrades on the AFL site a couple of weeks ago also so a search verified it. Also upgraded were Bailey Dale, Toby McLean and Teia Miles.
Looks like if we are interested in Oscar it may require our 2nd round pick to get him now??
Do you know when this takes place, no mention of the dates in the article??
http://www.afl.com.au/news/2014-09-03/combines-small-stories
WEST Australian pair Jarrod Garlett and Clem Smith head the group of small forwards, midfielders and defenders invited to the NAB AFL Draft Combine.
Garlett has had an impressive season for South Fremantle in the WAFL and is in contention as a first-round selection at November's draft.
A rebounding, attacking defender, Smith made the under-18 All Australian team last season as a 17-year-old but has struggled for the same consistency in 2014.
Among the group of 11 smaller players invited to the four-day testing at Etihad Stadium were two upgraded prospects, Teia Miles and Toby McLean.
The pair was invited to the Victorian state combine last month but have been upgraded to the national list after strong form in the TAC Cup in recent weeks.
Miles is the son of Geoff, who played 122 matches for Collingwood, West Coast and Geelong from 1982-92, but not enough for any club to qualify as a father-son pick.
Tall defender Oscar McDonald and medium forward Bailey Dale have also received upgrades to the national list this week.
NATIONAL NAB AFL DRAFT COMBINE – SMALL FORWARDS, DEFENDERS, MIDFIELDERS
SOUTH AUSTRALIA
Harrison Wigg North Adelaide
14.10.1996 Height: 179cm Weight: 74kg
Small defender who is an elite left foot kick which helps set up his team on the rebound and from kick-ins. Reads the play exceptionally well, averaging 18.8 disposals at 79.3 per cent effectiveness during the NAB AFL U18 Championships and winning South Australia's MVP. To cap off an outstanding championships he was also named in the All Australian U18 team in defence.
Caleb Daniel South Adelaide
7.7.1996 Height: 167cm Weight: 68kg
Small forward who is a prolific ball winner, makes great decisions and executes well by hand or foot. Shows the ability to bring others into the game. Had an outstanding last three games of the U18 Championships, averaging 20 disposals at 92 per cent efficiency and two goals per game on his way to winning All Australian honours.
Cory Gregson Glenelg
4.9.1996 Height: 175cm Weight: 72kg
Small forward with dynamic foot skills who provides aggressive inside 50 pressure, averaging 6.8 tackles with his 13.6 possessions. Can also push into the midfield when required, where he excels around the stoppages. Had a very consistent U18 Championships, playing five matches for the winners South Australia. Already played senior football at Glenelg.
WESTERN AUSTRALIA
Josh Deluca-Cardillo Subiaco
11.5.1996 Height: 179cm Weight: 80kg
Exciting small midfielder with elite leg speed and ability to break the lines through his desire to run and carry the football. His lateral movement often sees him stepping through traffic with ease; a competitive player who is rarely beaten one-on-one. Has played nine games at Subiaco in the WAFL, averaging 12.2 disposals, 2.6 marks and one goal per game. Missed the U18 Championships due to injury.
Jarrod Garlett South Fremantle
18.8.1996 Height: 177cm Weight: 73kg
Small midfielder/forward with line breaking speed and neat disposal skills. A rare talent, who has the ability to break the game open. Excelled late in the U18 Championships after overcoming injury. Averaged 14.7 disposals in three games and took his opponents on at every opportunity.
Clem Smith Perth
3.2.1996 Height: 177cm Weight: 77kg
Energetic small defender/midfielder who can break the game open with his ferocious attack on the ball and dash from the contest. The way he hunts the opposition defensively is a highlight. All Australian in 2013, he averaged 17 disposals (8.2 contested) in six matches at the 2014 U18 Championships. A member of NAB AFL Academy.
VICTORIA
Jack Lonie Dandenong Stingrays
13.8.1996 Height: 174cm Weight: 67kg
Busy small forward who reads the ball exceptionally well off hands, is a penetrating left footer and smart around goals. His ability to set-up team mates and create opportunities for others is rare. Excellent for Vic Country at the U18 Championships, winning their MVP award and averaging 14.3 disposals and 1.5 goals insix matches. Cousin of former AFL players Ryan and Nathan Lonie.
Jaden McGrath Bendigo Pioneers
15.6.1996 Height: 179cm Weight: 73kg
Small midfielder/forward with the ability to find space regularly. Prolific ball winner who makes good decisions by hand or foot. Shows very good goal sense when forward and does impact the scoreboard. Excellent lateral movement and leap make him a dangerous opponent. Has had an injury riddled 2014 season and missed the U18 Championships for this reason. A member of the NAB AFL Academy.
Touk Miller Calder Cannons
22.2.1996 Height: 177cm Weight: 80kg
Dynamic small midfielder with good pace, agility and elite endurance. Hunts the football and is a prolific ball winner and long kick. His pressure around the football often causes the opposition to turn the ball over. Shows excellent leadership qualities and a genuine desire to win. Averaged 17 disposals at 78 per cent efficiency in four matches during the U18 Championships.
Teia Miles Geelong Falcons
2.11.1996 Height: 179cm Weight: 68kg
Small defender who is creative in setting the game up with his rebound from defensive 50. Can also play forward or in the midfield. Impressed in five games for Vic Country in the U18 Championships, and also averaged 19.2 disposals in 15 matches with the Geelong Falcons.
Toby McLean Oakleigh Chargers
31.1.1996 Height: 179cm Weight: 70kg
Small forward/midfielder with an exceptional natural leap who is crafty around goals. Agile and a prolific ball winner, he has averaged 21.9 disposals and kicked 29 goals in an outstanding first year in the TAC Cup. His 'x' factor is his overhead making for his size.
STATE NAB AFL DRAFT COMBINE
Adam Saad
Coburg/VFL
23.7.1994
Height: 178cm Weight: 78kg
Josh Hone
Sturt/SA
14.8.1996
Height: 170cm Weight: 70kg
Jayden Short
Northern Knights/Vic Metro
24.1.1996
Height: 179cm Weight: 71kg
Jack Sinclair
Oakleigh Chargers/Vic Metro
12.2.1995
Height: 180cm Weight: 78kg
Ben Allan
Calder Cannons/Vic Metro
4.6.1996
Height: 178cm Weight: 71kg
Matt Hanson
Western Storm/Tasmania
26.5.1995
Height: 182cm Weight: 73kg
Jared Hardisty
Claremont/WA
7.3.1996
Height: 178cm Weight: 86kg
Jake Johansen
Port Adelaide/SA
13.6.1996
Height: 171cm Weight: 63kg
