2007 AFL draft - names being thrown around?

[fightingdreamer88]

Normally at this stage every year there are several names doing the rounds, of players that could go early in the draft, or are just likely types. This time last year all the talk was about guys like Sellar, Gibbs and others. I was wondering if anyone knows who we should be watching closely throughout the season?

Chad Gibson for one I suppose (not to go early in the draft, but perhaps under consideration for a relist with Adelaide?).

 

[jo172]

Should probably start with the AIS/AFL academy blokes who can be drafted this year, most notably Brad Ebert and James Wundke.

 

[fightingdreamer88]

Who was our scholarship player from last year? Is that James Wundke?

 

[Gets!]

The only scholarship player we have is Taylor Walker from Broken Hill. He is like 16 or something, under the NSW scheme that the AFL set up.

 

[fightingdreamer88]

The only scholarship player we have is Taylor Walker from Broken Hill. He is like 16 or something, under the NSW scheme that the AFL set up.

That's the one. Anything been heard about him lately? Is he quick?

 

[RoosterLad]

A bit early for this isn't it?

 

[-VC-]

I will be attending most Northern Knights games this year so I can let you know about a few TAC Cup players that look pretty good. Matt Kreuzer and Trent Cotchin are not at all likely to be there by the time we have our first pick.

 

[fightingdreamer88]

A bit early for this isn't it?

Not really, generally there are names buzzing about the place very early on. Surprised I haven't heard any. :O

 

[Macca19]

Specifically from the Port Magpies, Brad Ebert, Levi Greenwood and Keiran Hall are probables. Casey Carr, Tim Walsh, Xavier Watson, Steve Summerton are possibles.

Brad Ebert moves and plays a lot like Russell did. Can play midfield or as a leading forward. Quick off the mark. Big kick. Strong hands. Was SAs best player at the U16s last year.

Levi Greenwood is a buff midfield/half back. Think Shannon Hurn/Michael Wilson type of player. Is 185cm and 90kg. Very strong, throws himself in with no fear, great tackler, kicks the ball 60 metres. Drops the ball funny but boots it a mile.

Keiran Hall is a key defender. Pretty well built, reasonably tall, decent skills.

 

[Macca19]

Tom Mcnamara from South is rated very highly as well

Forgot to mention Brett Hughes is a possible F/S pick for Melbourne

 

[Punchy Bassett]

Crows to pick up Brad Ebert now that would be funny, what is the relation Macca19?

Summerton definitely a chance from what I saw against Norwood.

 

[Macca19]

Crows to pick up Brad Ebert now that would be funny, what is the relation Macca19?

Summerton definitely a chance from what I saw against Norwood.

Brad is son of Craig.

Summo is a great little player, come on heaps this year so far. I think he may be too small and too slow for AFL level but someone might nab him as a rookie. Very similar to Scott Borlace.

 

[RoosterLad]

Crows to pick up Brad Ebert now that would be funny, what is the relation Macca19?

Summerton definitely a chance from what I saw against Norwood.

There are already two Ebert's at North which is a good laugh

 

[turbo182]

Brad is son of Craig.

Summo is a great little player, come on heaps this year so far. I think he may be too small and too slow for AFL level but someone might nab him as a rookie. Very similar to Scott Borlace.

Be silly not to pick him up if he keeps gettin BOG.

Ebo will be gone by the time we have our pick I would have thought. Port might be in trouble too if he/they has/have a good season.

 

[- PC -]

A bit early for this isn't it?

Dont be such a spoilsport... its April..cant let the kids escape our little black books *


*Sarcasm intended and fully agree with you

 

[PHANTOMS_20]

lets not get too carried away remembe james sellar was named number 1 or 2 all the way up untill june. its only april.. lets cool our jets abit

 

[Cap]

lets not get too carried away remembe james sellar was named number 1 or 2 all the way up untill june. its only april.. lets cool our jets abit

surely people can discuss potential recruits whenever they want ?

i don't see a real problem, it saves the 10 million post being started a week out from the draft

 

[-VC-]

I don't see a problem with discussing potential draft talent at this stage of the year. Things change and that can be discussed as the year goes on. I'll get a really good look at the Knights players this year and obviously a look at their opposition each week.

Far be it from the Adelaide board to complain about speaking too early when it comes to draft potential. Do a search on Bryce Gibbs and see how far back the threads go.

 

[RoosterLad]

I have no problem with people posting draft stuff yet I just felt i needed to throw in my two Roberts worth.

 

[-VC-]

I have no problem with people posting draft stuff yet I just felt i needed to throw in my two Roberts worth.

Yeah, that goes without saying. But what's the deal with the other guys?

 

[fightingdreamer88]

surely people can discuss potential recruits whenever they want ?

i don't see a real problem, it saves the 10 million post being started a week out from the draft

Yeah exactly. I'm not starting this to ask "who do we pick??" I just think it would be good to find out who is being talked about so we can watch them closely throughout the season.

 

[Crow-mo]

Brad Ebert moves and plays a lot like Russell did. Can play midfield or as a leading forward. Quick off the mark. Big kick. Strong hands. Was SAs best player at the U16s last year.

I still think it's an outrage that one of Russell Eberts lad's isn't eligible to be taken by you lot.

I don't care about whatever version of the FS rule we on now, **** knows there's been enough different ones - but if anything highlights what's wrong, it's this.

of course I hope he sucks and you're forced to waste a first round pick bidding to get him - but you should have that right!

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Edit - I see he is son of Craig & not Russell. indignation false alarm

 

[Crow-mo]

Be silly not to pick him up if he keeps gettin BOG.

why? has nothing to do with whether he has the tool set and physical make up to step up to the next level.

 

[Gets!]

why? has nothing to do with whether he has the tool set and physical make up to step up to the next level.

And so it begins...