Player Watch #20: Nick 'Souva' Larkey - '23 AA & '24 NM VC - plays game 100 v Hawthorn

[GeordieRoo]

He dropped 2 sitters, if he'd held them and nailed the goals it'd have been a memorable debut!
He was picked as his VFL form deserved it and from a Pick 73 to earn a game in his first year it's still a win. Persist.

 

[shimaburnsgrieg]

Worst debut in a North jumper since Choppy Pickett....just like Choppy though i think we all can see something there with Souva.

 

[Kimbo]

We got what we wanted out of it, I'm sure.

He got a taste, understands the gap now, and has time on his side.

I generally like the philosophy of giving guys a go early, even if briefly. If they come in straight away as naturals, like EVW and 'Leslie', great. If not, they have that hunger burning to come back and do better, and to do what they need to do in training, to achieve that.

 

[The Ardent Army]

Not sure if already posted. But he had a lot of work on his left knee on the bench / boundary throughout the game. Was very uncomfortable. Clearly hampered in the 3rd Qtr after a marking contest where he drove into the ground. Then got sent into relief ruck. Welcome to AfL....

 

[jess_1804]

Poor bugger. Hopefully he gets another shot next week. Can't get much worse than that.

 

[Benno_900]

Meh - give him another run.

We are playing our bitches next week.

 

[Hazey1977]

As others have said; found himself in the right spot on a number of occasions and seeing as Brown had space to run into, Souva must have decent knowledge of the fwd running patterns and good instinct. Send to be the sort of character that will eat his donuts by tomorrow's swim session and be ready to go on Monday!

Looks like a young Drew Petrie!

 

[The Ardent Army]

As others have said; found himself in the right spot on a number of occasions and seeing as Brown had space to run into, Souva must have decent knowledge of the fwd running patterns and good instinct. Send to be the sort of character that will eat his donuts by tomorrow's swim session and be ready to go on Monday!

Looks like a young Drew Petrie!

Young drew - he does!



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[Twinkletoes]

Played the decoy role well today. Will improve. Anyone who's seen him at VFL level would know the natural KPF instincts and abilities this kid has.

 

[Only Forwards]

Seemed a bit over awed.

Give him another week and let's see how he goes.

As a stand alone thing Debuting in his first year is something in and of itself.

 

[SMaturin]

If you'd seen him at VFL level live you'd have known he'd struggle at AFL level without getting on his bike - which hasn't been his go so far.

To his credit he did just that and presented perfectly on 2-4 occasions - and hit the ball like a volleyball spiker. All good, hopefully he didn't get injured and if so he'll front up better than ever, no matter if AFL or VFL level.

 

[ripperpart]

He will be suited next week at blundstone.

 

[tales129]

If you came into the game saying
Waite brown and souva would kick 10 between them then you are laughing.

Didn't take his opportunities but a forward line is a symbiotic function. Looked like it worked well at times today which it hasn't in the past

 

[Jindrrk]

As others have said; found himself in the right spot on a number of occasions and seeing as Brown had space to run into, Souva must have decent knowledge of the fwd running patterns and good instinct. Send to be the sort of character that will eat his donuts by tomorrow's swim session and be ready to go on Monday!

Looks like a young Drew Petrie!

My dad said that a few mins before the commentators said it funnily enough.

 

[Bigeasy]

He got a taste and he seems like a good kid who will work even harder now. Hes a first year key position player and if hes doing enough to get a crack at the seniors then that in itself is sensational.

 

[SunnyBoner]

I am glad people thinks he looks like a young Drew, i thought the same thing, especially when Drew wore the sharp crew cut. Hopefully Souva also has a long and rewarding career (with a few flags).

 

[Boomerfan99]

Should have got him to clock Hooker. Wasn't useful for anything else.

 

[5 GB USB]

Watched him closely at the game and just thought the nerves got the better of him. Had 3 real easy cracks at a simple mark and shot on goal. Could've kicked 3 on debut if he had of taken these marks. Just a simple case of first game nerves/blues. Will be better for the run.

 

[Snake_Baker]

Not ready for AFL. Come back in 10kgs time.

 

[shinboner magic]

The guy let the nerves get the better of him - he knows how to lead up and find space (natural).

He can join the club of first kick is a goal in his second game.

 

[Hearts to hearts]

Should have got him to clock Hooker. Wasn't useful for anything else.

Or read the many comments above yours pointing out what other value he added. That was our best functioning forward line in some time. He will go out after a taste of it when Wood can come back in, but he knows what to do out there and that's a big plus, even if he couldn't quite take the chances yesterday.

 

[darko]

Not a good debut but he'll be better of for it. Just spending time with senior players and going through matchday routines and picking their brains would help him alot.

 

[Deadeyeroo]

Why you would throw a kid to the wolves after missing 2 weeks injured is beyond me.

A few weeks ago Brad said he wanted to bring in Preuss when he was up and going but the rules are different for other players....wtf.

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[Bigeasy]

Why you would throw a kid to the wolves after missing 2 weeks injured is beyond me.

A few weeks ago Brad said he wanted to bring in Preuss when he was up and going but the rules are different for other players....wtf.

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[Arthur Cloke]

Look, no need to throw Souva (a nickname I made up for him growing up next to his family's farm in the Sunraysia District) under the bus. The kid can play the game.
Obviously not a great debut but I can recall my "debut" at Crown on the Mahjong Tables back in 1988. I was convicted from the establishment for "unruly behaviour" simply because I licked my gaming chips before placing them on the table. The young lass dealing took offence to it as I winked at her as I did so.
And look at me now. I rest my case.