Delisted 20. Ryan Gardner (2016 - 2018)

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Hell Kitty said:
Could the Geelong typo in the heading be corrected please? :)

Also, his name is Gardner, according to the GFC website + Burnie Dockers' website
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Yes, good suggestion. The typo brings back bad memories.
And the Gelong typo needs attention too.
 

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dazbroncos said:
I went and "fixed" it when you posted that….

And now I've fixed it again….:oops:

Anyone for thirds?

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Ha! Just as well! Count yourself lucky that allrighty + Teriyakicat didn't see it! ;)
 
GHS33 said:
He played on Chris Tarrant in Rd 2 of the TSL and kept him to two goals - not bad for a 17 year old.
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I read somewhere that he also countered former Hawk No6 (in the same draft as Selwood at No7) draft pick Mitch Thorpe.
 
son of meto said:
Good, needed another tallish defender to develop over next two-three years. Burnie Dockers are a tough bunch. Their ground is basically in Bass Straight next to the old steel works and mate it's cold and hard during winter there.
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Not to mention the bike track. Jackson Thurlow got tackled into it and had his faced smashed up when he played for Launceston there.
 
thegerman said:
Funny that the start of the footage has him matched up on our new cult hero
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Wells must of been having a great day watching that match.
........I want him......and him......
 

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Footy Smarts said:
He looks a good reader or the play and a good kick. I really like how he looked to come inboard a lot. Very Geelong like that.
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I thought his kicking was only average - inconsistent. Certainly appears to have good speed and reads the play and fall of the ball well - not sure how his overhead, contested marking is? He represents the definition of a project player. Could go either way.
 
I like most the way he immediately looked to move the ball on quickly, whether it be from a high mark, or a handball receive. Seemed to understand the game flow and where to position himself before and after disposing of it. Decent height for a big defender, will only get stronger. There is enough to work with there from the video.

Reading too far into it, he seems a quiet character. I did watch it on mute so I have no idea how I could have told he was vocal. Hair looks very sensible. I am keen to hear an interview with the young man.
 
I just hope this kid can bulk up to take on the gorilla forwards for the next 10-12 years. At 196cm, very quick, and those long arms look like he'll have the reach to beat the big guys, there is a bit to work on for the likes of Scarlett.

I really like what he said to the media:

"It means a lot. Geelong is such a great club and I always thought if I had to pick the top five clubs to go to, Geelong would definitely be right up there.

“I know that when I go there they are going to teach me and help me become a better footballer. They have such a good reputation for that sort of thing."

That is a great attitude.

I like how he plays in front, like Egan, Scarlett, even Rance...
 
thegerman said:
Funny that the start of the footage has him matched up on our new cult hero
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How big is that forward opponent in the #59 jumper at the 2:50 mark of the video? He is huge but Gardner still stands in front and takes the mark. And Gardner is supposed to be 196cm.
 
ButterMill said:
I like most the way he immediately looked to move the ball on quickly, whether it be from a high mark, or a handball receive. Seemed to understand the game flow and where to position himself before and after disposing of it. Decent height for a big defender, will only get stronger. There is enough to work with there from the video.

Reading too far into it, he seems a quiet character. I did watch it on mute so I have no idea how I could have told he was vocal. Hair looks very sensible. I am keen to hear an interview with the young man.
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Thats what I noticed ..quick decision..first option and bang.
 
Hey guys.

Ryan is from the same area of NW Tassie as me, and we played in an U17s premiership for Redpa together about 5 years ago (he was only 13). Pumped to see someone from the same small place as me get drafted! Especially to such a good club where he will no doubt be well looked after.
 
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