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They are both big guys especially for their ages. I think both Mills and Dunkley will gain another few centremetres possibly to around 190cm by this time next year. Very big bodied for midfielders which is great news.
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They are both big guys especially for their ages. I think both Mills and Dunkley will gain another few centremetres possibly to around 190cm by this time next year. Very big bodied for midfielders which is great news.
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Hoping for some x factor on the wings and elite disposal next year too...
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Would be cool if we could get a guy or two like that out of the academy but right now I am not aware of any coming through. Adding Mills and Dunkley though is really going to toughen up our midfield and make the midfield as a group much harder to match up on. I love that we have
Mills
Dunkley
Heeney
Mitchell
Kennedy
Hannebery
Parker
Who are all either A grade midfielders or potentially A grade and who are all going to be with the Swans for at least the next 5 years (Kennedy is the oldest and he is only 26)
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Just need to balance it out with line breakers and should be set for next 5-10
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I completely agree there. Our serious clearance issues should be sorted when we have Kennedy, Mitchell, Heeney and Mills all rotating through there and we have other tough midfielders like Hannebery, Parker and Jack who are all good slightly outside of the pack. I am not sure what Dunkley is like at the clearances but someone that big and skilled (by the sounds of it) will be more than useful.
You are right though that we need speed on the outside. Perhaps B.Jack can become that one day. I know Cunningham is also fast so he could in theory develop to be that sort of player as well.
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Thinking we will book mark 2016 draft for a Hill type of player. Preferably the Stephen model. Still, far too far away to really think about
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Lets not forget Hewett , club really rates him.
Well, Hiscox sort of fits that mold. Maybe not elite disposal, but certainly a bit of fleet-footed, line-breaking X-factor. BJ too.
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The great eight: NSW/ACT draft glory
Five of those picked knew their fate, as Academy prospects committed to by the Sydney Swans and GWS GIANTS last month, two had their names called as live picks, and one, Dan Robinson, was upgraded from the Swans' rookie to primary list following a stellar season in the NEAFL.
Isaac Heeney, Jack Hiscox, and Abe Davis were confirmed as Academy picks, at numbers 18, 38, and 70 respectively, while Jack Steele (pick 24) and Jeremy Finlayson (pick 85) officially joined the GIANTS as Academy products.
While those five youngsters knew what to expect on Thursday night, Dougal Howard (pictured) and Logan Austin could never have anticipated how their evening would unfold.
The duo, good friends having played NSW/ACT RAMS representative matches together, are headed to South Australia, plucked with consecutive picks by Port Adelaide.
Howard, an Albury product, had his name called at the end of the third round at number 56, before Belconnen boy Austin (pick 69) followed minutes later in the closing stages of fourth round selections.
Broken Hill's Taylor Walker has thrived since leaving NSW for the City of Churches, an ascension Howard and Austin will hope to emulate, at a club which is among the genuine frontrunners in the AFL.
74 picks were announced on Thursday night, with NSW/ACT's seven live selections accounting for almost 10% of the pool, much to the delight of NSW/ACT Talent and Coaching Manager Darren Denneman.
"This is a terrific result for all and one we should reflect on with great pride, Denneman said.
"Without going through the record books, the result signals the highest number of players from NSW/ACT drafted in a very long time, if not ever, which is hugely pleasing.
"There has been an increased focus on making sure players have consistent access to high level facilities, coaching, and training, through the Academy programs and the Joss talented player program, and we are seeing the merits of that pathway.
"The result is a great effort from all involved in AFL NSW/ACT, and fitting recognition of the wealth of hard work across all levels that goes into delivering a player of AFL standard."
The Draft, held at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre for the third consecutive year, had almost 1000 spectators in attendance, along with a raft of representatives from all 18 AFL clubs.
Almost 20 of the best young prospects in the country where also there, with groups of family and friends in support, the top ten picks taking the stage alongside AFL CEO Gillon McClachlan and presented with their new club colours.
While the success of this year's crop of NSW/ACT youngsters is already significant, there are two more chances for the region to celebrate further AFL listings, with Wednesday heralding the Rookie and pre-season drafts.
NSW/ACT draftees
Dan Robinson - Sydney Swans (rookie upgrade)
Isaac Heeney - Sydney Swans (Academy selection) #18
Jack Hiscox - Sydney Swans (Academy selection) #38
Abaina Davis - Sydney Swans (Academy selection) #70
Jack Steele - GWS GIANTS (Academy selection) #24
Jeremy Finlayson - GWS GIANTS (Academy selection) #85
Logan Austin - Port Adelaide #69
Dougal Howard - Port Adelaide #56
Five of those picked knew their fate, as Academy prospects committed to by the Sydney Swans and GWS GIANTS last month, two had their names called as live picks, and one, Dan Robinson, was upgraded from the Swans' rookie to primary list following a stellar season in the NEAFL.
Isaac Heeney, Jack Hiscox, and Abe Davis were confirmed as Academy picks, at numbers 18, 38, and 70 respectively, while Jack Steele (pick 24) and Jeremy Finlayson (pick 85) officially joined the GIANTS as Academy products.
While those five youngsters knew what to expect on Thursday night, Dougal Howard (pictured) and Logan Austin could never have anticipated how their evening would unfold.
The duo, good friends having played NSW/ACT RAMS representative matches together, are headed to South Australia, plucked with consecutive picks by Port Adelaide.
Howard, an Albury product, had his name called at the end of the third round at number 56, before Belconnen boy Austin (pick 69) followed minutes later in the closing stages of fourth round selections.
Broken Hill's Taylor Walker has thrived since leaving NSW for the City of Churches, an ascension Howard and Austin will hope to emulate, at a club which is among the genuine frontrunners in the AFL.
74 picks were announced on Thursday night, with NSW/ACT's seven live selections accounting for almost 10% of the pool, much to the delight of NSW/ACT Talent and Coaching Manager Darren Denneman.
"This is a terrific result for all and one we should reflect on with great pride, Denneman said.
"Without going through the record books, the result signals the highest number of players from NSW/ACT drafted in a very long time, if not ever, which is hugely pleasing.
"There has been an increased focus on making sure players have consistent access to high level facilities, coaching, and training, through the Academy programs and the Joss talented player program, and we are seeing the merits of that pathway.
"The result is a great effort from all involved in AFL NSW/ACT, and fitting recognition of the wealth of hard work across all levels that goes into delivering a player of AFL standard."
The Draft, held at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre for the third consecutive year, had almost 1000 spectators in attendance, along with a raft of representatives from all 18 AFL clubs.
Almost 20 of the best young prospects in the country where also there, with groups of family and friends in support, the top ten picks taking the stage alongside AFL CEO Gillon McClachlan and presented with their new club colours.
While the success of this year's crop of NSW/ACT youngsters is already significant, there are two more chances for the region to celebrate further AFL listings, with Wednesday heralding the Rookie and pre-season drafts.
NSW/ACT draftees
Dan Robinson - Sydney Swans (rookie upgrade)
Isaac Heeney - Sydney Swans (Academy selection) #18
Jack Hiscox - Sydney Swans (Academy selection) #38
Abaina Davis - Sydney Swans (Academy selection) #70
Jack Steele - GWS GIANTS (Academy selection) #24
Jeremy Finlayson - GWS GIANTS (Academy selection) #85
Logan Austin - Port Adelaide #69
Dougal Howard - Port Adelaide #56
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Mills and Dunkley training with us this week per AFL website
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There are another one or two WM Swans (Willoughby and Mosman run combined joint venture teams for U/13s plus) boys in the acadamy (they played a couple of Sydney senior games as well as U/18 RAms this year) who are believed to have a shot of being drafted along side Mills and Dunkley
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Some descriptions of Mills and Dunkley
1. Callum Mills
Club: North Shore
Position: Midfield
Height: 186 cm
Weight: 73 kg
It was meant to be Isaac Heeney’s year to shine in 2014. Indeed he did, but it was the underage Callum Mills who stole plenty of his spotlight. Indeed, he is the complete package, and he will head to Sydney through their academy. He surely would have been a top three pick, with a high chance of going number one. Mills is a ridiculous accumulator, as he averaged 32 disposals at 65% through his six TAC Cup games. He was named in the bests in five out of his six games. Mills also averaged over six tackles and six marks per game in the TAC Cup. Mills is a beast of an inside midfielder, despite being only 73 kilograms. At this stage, he gets most of his ball on the outside, as he finds space to take uncontested marks and handball receives. But his courage to throw himself at the ball is incredible. He is impossible to tag. Mills is quick, a leader and works hard defensively.
Mills Championships statline:
Games: 3
Average Disposals:21
Average Marks: 4
Average Goals: 1
Average Tackles: 5
Disposal Efficiency: 67%
4. Josh Dunkley
Club: Gippsland Powe
Position: Midfield
Height: 187 cm
Weight: 84 kg
Josh Dunkley is a strong, versatile midfielder who can change a game no matter where he plays. He will head to the Swans as a father – son pick. Dunkley is an inside midfielder who finds the goals easily. His drive and work ethic is incredible, reminiscent of Jason Johnson in his prime. Dunkley is a smooth mover with ball in hand, he is hard to tackle and he rarely turns it over. Dunkley is an incredible tackler and a strong overhead mark. He has all the assets to become a star at AFL level. His leadership is a plus as well. Dunkley averaged 6 and a half tackles in the TAC Cup over 13 games, with an astounding 18 tackles leading the way against the Falcons. On paper, Dunkley was impressive, averaging 21 disposals at 62% and a goal per game in TAC Cup. He still has plenty of room for growth too, which is very scary.
Dunkley Championships Statline:
Games: 5
Average Disposals: 16
Average Marks: 4
Average Goals: 0
Average Tackles: 4
Disposal Efficiency: 65%
http://www.bigfooty.com/forum/threads/2015-draft-early-look.1083868/
Callum Mills
North Shore
Midfielder
Height: 186cm, Weight: 73kg, DOB: 04/02/2997
On the open market Callum Mills would already have one hand on the coveted title as next year’s No.1 prospect, that is how special he is. Eligible to Sydney as a Swans academy player, Mills burnt off all that came near him in 2014 and put in a strong showing at the National Championships and lit up the TAC Cup competition in his several appearances. Mills ticks a lot of boxes, and it’s why some recruiters think he’s a step ahead of Heeney; if that’s possible. He is a prolific accumulator, a strong mark, an elite kick, handy in traffic, sound in front of goal, his defensive work rate is first class, and he brings others into the game. He is every bit a ball-magnet, and has a great blend of his contested and uncontested side, whilst his versatility, pace and leadership are also highly regarded. Arguably the toughest player of next year’s draft class to find a weakness in. Averaged 21 disposals at 67 per cent disposal efficiency, including four marks, five tackles and five clearances over three games.
Josh Dunkley
Gippsland Power
Midfielder
Height: 187cm, Weight: 84kg, DOB: 9/1/1997
The son of club great Andrew Dunkley, Josh Dunkley’s year at the Gippsland Power and for Vic Country had recruiters around the country believing he was capable of being drafted this year rather than waiting until 2015. Dunkley is a man-child, his nous around the stoppages and in front of goal has him presenting almost as a ‘complete package’ midfielder who does everything well. Dunkley’s versatility is his greatest gift, he’s been used all over the ground and has played each position with distinction. He navigates his way through traffic with ease, and is rarely pressured into coughing up the ball. He makes good decisions by hand and foot and is a strong mark overhead, tackles with a ferocity and is regarded by his peers at both Vic Country and Gippsland as a strong leader. Averaged 16 disposals at 65 per cent disposal efficiency, including four marks, four tackles and four clearances over five games.
http://www.bigfooty.com/forum/threads/30-players-to-watch-in-2015.1083634/
1. Callum Mills
Club: North Shore
Position: Midfield
Height: 186 cm
Weight: 73 kg
It was meant to be Isaac Heeney’s year to shine in 2014. Indeed he did, but it was the underage Callum Mills who stole plenty of his spotlight. Indeed, he is the complete package, and he will head to Sydney through their academy. He surely would have been a top three pick, with a high chance of going number one. Mills is a ridiculous accumulator, as he averaged 32 disposals at 65% through his six TAC Cup games. He was named in the bests in five out of his six games. Mills also averaged over six tackles and six marks per game in the TAC Cup. Mills is a beast of an inside midfielder, despite being only 73 kilograms. At this stage, he gets most of his ball on the outside, as he finds space to take uncontested marks and handball receives. But his courage to throw himself at the ball is incredible. He is impossible to tag. Mills is quick, a leader and works hard defensively.
Mills Championships statline:
Games: 3
Average Disposals:21
Average Marks: 4
Average Goals: 1
Average Tackles: 5
Disposal Efficiency: 67%
4. Josh Dunkley
Club: Gippsland Powe
Position: Midfield
Height: 187 cm
Weight: 84 kg
Josh Dunkley is a strong, versatile midfielder who can change a game no matter where he plays. He will head to the Swans as a father – son pick. Dunkley is an inside midfielder who finds the goals easily. His drive and work ethic is incredible, reminiscent of Jason Johnson in his prime. Dunkley is a smooth mover with ball in hand, he is hard to tackle and he rarely turns it over. Dunkley is an incredible tackler and a strong overhead mark. He has all the assets to become a star at AFL level. His leadership is a plus as well. Dunkley averaged 6 and a half tackles in the TAC Cup over 13 games, with an astounding 18 tackles leading the way against the Falcons. On paper, Dunkley was impressive, averaging 21 disposals at 62% and a goal per game in TAC Cup. He still has plenty of room for growth too, which is very scary.
Dunkley Championships Statline:
Games: 5
Average Disposals: 16
Average Marks: 4
Average Goals: 0
Average Tackles: 4
Disposal Efficiency: 65%
http://www.bigfooty.com/forum/threads/2015-draft-early-look.1083868/
Callum Mills
North Shore
Midfielder
Height: 186cm, Weight: 73kg, DOB: 04/02/2997
On the open market Callum Mills would already have one hand on the coveted title as next year’s No.1 prospect, that is how special he is. Eligible to Sydney as a Swans academy player, Mills burnt off all that came near him in 2014 and put in a strong showing at the National Championships and lit up the TAC Cup competition in his several appearances. Mills ticks a lot of boxes, and it’s why some recruiters think he’s a step ahead of Heeney; if that’s possible. He is a prolific accumulator, a strong mark, an elite kick, handy in traffic, sound in front of goal, his defensive work rate is first class, and he brings others into the game. He is every bit a ball-magnet, and has a great blend of his contested and uncontested side, whilst his versatility, pace and leadership are also highly regarded. Arguably the toughest player of next year’s draft class to find a weakness in. Averaged 21 disposals at 67 per cent disposal efficiency, including four marks, five tackles and five clearances over three games.
Josh Dunkley
Gippsland Power
Midfielder
Height: 187cm, Weight: 84kg, DOB: 9/1/1997
The son of club great Andrew Dunkley, Josh Dunkley’s year at the Gippsland Power and for Vic Country had recruiters around the country believing he was capable of being drafted this year rather than waiting until 2015. Dunkley is a man-child, his nous around the stoppages and in front of goal has him presenting almost as a ‘complete package’ midfielder who does everything well. Dunkley’s versatility is his greatest gift, he’s been used all over the ground and has played each position with distinction. He navigates his way through traffic with ease, and is rarely pressured into coughing up the ball. He makes good decisions by hand and foot and is a strong mark overhead, tackles with a ferocity and is regarded by his peers at both Vic Country and Gippsland as a strong leader. Averaged 16 disposals at 65 per cent disposal efficiency, including four marks, four tackles and four clearances over five games.
http://www.bigfooty.com/forum/threads/30-players-to-watch-in-2015.1083634/
Fuark, sporting a semi now...
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Just to think that under the old draft age limits we would have beenn able to recruit both this year. Imagine Eddie if we licked up Heeney, Mills and Dunkley io one draft.
so wanna gif it..
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Good question to ask as I can't seem to find any information on Swans site about the next batch of academy prospects that could be worthy of drafting in 2015. Anyone have any news about potential academy draftees for 2015 other than Mills? Punts? Runvs? Liz? JohnG?
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Mathew Wilson, Oscar Bradburn both played Rams as underage players and are very talented, could be potential academy selections.
Abe Davis also has a younger brother, Ben, who although is much smaller is very very talented.
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Thanks for the names. Got me a link to these names via google:
QBE Sydney Swans Academy state representatives
Under-16s Rams selections:
Andrew Seirakowski (Riverview)
Matthew Wilson (Maroubra)
Baker Denneman (North Sydney Swans)
Ethan Harvey (Riverview)
James Cubis (Riverview)
Jayden Rymer (Nelson Bay)
Callum Mills (Mosman Swans)
Nick Hey (Westbrook)
Ryan Hebron (St Ives)
Timothy Coenen (Maroubra)
http://www.aflnswact.com.au/index.p...s]=1701&tx_ttnews[backPid]=4&cHash=a14398774d
What kind of mean parent gives their son the first name of Baker?
After they used Butcher and Candlestickmaker for his brothers, there was really no other choice.
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What kind of mean parent gives their son the first name of Baker?
Stoners man
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Callum Mills (NSW –Mid)
Weight: 73 kg
Height: 186 cm
Style: Travis Boak
If you think Eddie was pissed about the academies this year then he will be livid about Callum Mills this year. The best player this year and would go 1-2 in an open draft. Averaged 22 disposals and 32 in the TAC cup. The best playing style that I could compare to is Travis Boak because of how spread out his stat line is. He reminds me also of glimpses of Marc Murphy in his draft year. Will probably captain the NSW squad and could take them to back to back Div 2 titles for the second time in 15 years.
Josh Dunkley (VicC –Mid)
Weight: 84 kg
Height: 187 cm
Style: Jarryd McVeigh
The Swans are set again for another steal with Dunkley and Mills both going to the Swan Lake in Harbor Town. Dunkley is and inside midfielder that does it all and can’t be shut out for too long because they will send him forward and let him slot a few and then go back and create drive from the backline. If he could get his efficiency to about 70-75 then he could easily become u18 All Australian and make Eddie McGuire complain in length to the AFL. He could become the replacement for Jarryd McVeigh in the future.
http://www.bigfooty.com/forum/threa...les-for-the-2015-draft.1085573/#post-36660503
Weight: 73 kg
Height: 186 cm
Style: Travis Boak
If you think Eddie was pissed about the academies this year then he will be livid about Callum Mills this year. The best player this year and would go 1-2 in an open draft. Averaged 22 disposals and 32 in the TAC cup. The best playing style that I could compare to is Travis Boak because of how spread out his stat line is. He reminds me also of glimpses of Marc Murphy in his draft year. Will probably captain the NSW squad and could take them to back to back Div 2 titles for the second time in 15 years.
Josh Dunkley (VicC –Mid)
Weight: 84 kg
Height: 187 cm
Style: Jarryd McVeigh
The Swans are set again for another steal with Dunkley and Mills both going to the Swan Lake in Harbor Town. Dunkley is and inside midfielder that does it all and can’t be shut out for too long because they will send him forward and let him slot a few and then go back and create drive from the backline. If he could get his efficiency to about 70-75 then he could easily become u18 All Australian and make Eddie McGuire complain in length to the AFL. He could become the replacement for Jarryd McVeigh in the future.
http://www.bigfooty.com/forum/threa...les-for-the-2015-draft.1085573/#post-36660503
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