I thought bringing Dumont in for his first game vs Geelong, into the last quarter was a masterstroke.
He came on when the pace had gone out of the game. And was more of a slog.
As a result, Dumont fitted in beautifully and had a massive impact in that last qtr.
Last week, would you have rathered he started on the ground in the first quarter ? When north were jumped and Geelong were running riot ?
What would that have done to his confidence ?
This week, is a totally different ground/opponent.
Reigning premiers on the rebound, on a perfect track. It will be hard and super fast.
I dont mind Dumont sitting this one out, if we have other players who are more experienced and know what to expect on Saturday night.
Dumont will get his chances. It just a matter of easing him in.
We all know it is a long season and the younger bodies normally get worn out as the wet and colder conditions come.
Dumont's time will come, as it has with Wood and Brown.
(But I wouldnt be surprised if he is a late change)....