That's why he got to us.
He had a great underage year. Hopefully his kicking is fixable. Hitting a target is fast becoming a non negotiable.
That said I'm stoked to get him. Love the hardness at the ball.
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He had a great underage year. Hopefully his kicking is fixable. Hitting a target is fast becoming a non negotiable.
That said I'm stoked to get him. Love the hardness at the ball.
This is the other non negotiable
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Really like the look of Smith who appears to be uncompromising in his attack on the ball.
We've lost a fair bit recently by way of attack on the contest and that may continue in the coming years so it's important we replenish our stocks with younger players who can take over in that regard.
Smith appears to have flexibility in his game which could allow him to play a role at either end of the park.
From memory he's been playing senior football for a while already so may be able to make the step up to senior AFL level quicker than many drafted last night. Wouldn't surprise to see him feature at senior level next year with the side needing to add some pace and excitement.
For more information about Clem head over to his newly created player thread:
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We've lost a fair bit recently by way of attack on the contest and that may continue in the coming years so it's important we replenish our stocks with younger players who can take over in that regard.
Smith appears to have flexibility in his game which could allow him to play a role at either end of the park.
From memory he's been playing senior football for a while already so may be able to make the step up to senior AFL level quicker than many drafted last night. Wouldn't surprise to see him feature at senior level next year with the side needing to add some pace and excitement.
For more information about Clem head over to his newly created player thread:
Clem Smith
This could turn out a bit like Eddie slipping through the draft and on to the PSD because of fitness issues.
Looks a rough diamond with plenty of sparkle. Sure is as hard as one. with a bit of a polish could have a priceless jewel here.
Wow what prose. Tom Winton eat your heart out.
Looks a rough diamond with plenty of sparkle. Sure is as hard as one. with a bit of a polish could have a priceless jewel here.
Wow what prose. Tom Winton eat your heart out.
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I remember around champs time there was a lot of hype around him (probably based on his 2013) but his champs (apart from the last game) was a real let down. The attention was on Smith & Pickett whilst Garlett was going under the radar (not by you or me
). Sounds like teams were scared off by this & his poor conditioning. But clearly the talent is there if he made AA in 2013 as 17 yr old and how can you not love him in that interview.
I am assuming you mean hitting targets with his body? His kicking at targets is a little questionable.
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I remember around champs time there was a lot of hype around him (probably based on his 2013) but his champs (apart from the last game) was a real let down. The attention was on Smith & Pickett whilst Garlett was going under the radar (not by you or me
There was a time earlier in the year when both Smith and Pickett were being talked about as top 15 selections.
Obviously i'm biased, but I really believe we have one of the steals of the draft on our hands here.
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Both wrong. It's Tim.
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It's a given.
Only people who look good in sashes are mayors and the guys who used to sell tonics from the back of a wagon...
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And them.
Tom is his more talented but less known cousin.
Wow - thanks for the link.
I have just realized that I know the family, although I haven't seen them since the mid part of the 00's -hence I didn't know about the link between them and Clem.
Mick is a dyed in the wool Roos man, as you can see by the pics. Mick's dad Ted is a Carlton man through and through.
Mick is staunch and is a no nonsense type of guy. We both grew up in hard areas back in the '80's.
I have no doubt that Clem will work his arse off for his chance at an AFL career.
I never thought that he would have dropped so far down the order. Maybe some clubs were scared off by his upbringing? Who knows?
I have no doubt that it will work to his advantage.
Welcome to the Carlton Football Club Clem.
We have picked up a beauty!
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interesting article hope clem can build on his opportunity, rags to riches stuff
Welcome to the Blues clem look forward to cheering you on
Welcome to the Blues clem look forward to cheering you on
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