Review 2012 Carlton Player Review Annual

[Aphrodite]

Excellent review once again BG4L

 

[Blue Girl 4 life]

Great effort but you missed a couple of important bits
- levi has only been playing footy since he was 16 or so (code switch) <- this means he has potentially huge upside as his understanding of the game improves
- Casboult's 2.3 contested marks/game ranks him 4th within the AFL <- elite. Even though its only 6 games, you cant fluke this
- Casboult's 2.7 marks inside50/game ranks him as equal 9th within the AFL <- elite. Again, even though its only 6 games, you cant fluke this

Its been an outstanding effort given where he came from - and he will get better as he gets more experience (more confidence, comfortable with speed of the game) and his fitness improves (gets to more contests, not as fatigued when contesting or when kicking for goal).

I cant wait to see what levi is capable of when he gets up to the nominal 50 games experience...

Thanks for the feedback 4thchicken
I will go back and try to add some of that in , if it will fit, then i will update my post and let you all know
Thanks for the feedback Aph and ODN


EDIT: I have updated the review

 

[Sin City]

Blue Girl 4 Life, your enthusiasm as a young Blues fan and your support of our developing players is brilliant. Keep up the good work

 

[Blue Girl 4 life]

Blue Girl 4 Life, your enthusiasm as a young Blues fan and your support of our developing players is brilliant. Keep up the good work

Aww thanks Sin

 

[Big Sim]

Taken at Pick #22 Josh looks like the love child of Dustin Fletcher and Napoleon Dynamite.

Good effort JB and the line above is a rip snorter. Well done.

Also BG4L with Levi. Great read and summation.

A's for both of you.

 

[The Old Dark Navy's]

How is Mister Carlton travelling with photos this year? Using old ones? Any new ones of the 2012 new boys?

 

[Blue Girl 4 life]

As usual, feedback is appreciated

#20 - RHYS O’KEEFFE
A bit about Rhys’ career so far:
Rhys O’Keeffe arrived at the Blues after being selected with pick 65 in the 2008 National Draft. Rhys was selected as a running half-back. He has struggled tremendously with injury throughout his career. Rhys managed only a handful of games in 2009 before he was struck down with Osteitus Pubis, which meant the end of his first season. In 2010 Rhys only managed to play 2 games after a season full of injuries. He had complications after his surgery, problems with his hamstrings and a stress fracture in his lower lumbar spine. Out of contract at the end of 2010, most rookies in his position would have been delisted but the Blues were convinced that he had a bright future and had seen enough to know that he was worth keeping. Rhys was moved from the senior list to the rookie list, a move which took the pressure off him and allowed him to work on getting his body right.
Rhys finally got his body back to full fitness which allowed him to train well and complete a strong pre-season. Rhys was regularly named in the Bullants bests, justifying the club’s faith in him. After a long term injury to Andrew Collins, Rhys was elevated and selected to make his AFL debut against West Coast in round 14. He was the sub and made it through the game unscathed. Rhys returned to the Bullants the next week and finished the year strongly by working really hard and playing some great shut down roles. In his most successful year he finished with a games total of 15 and was retained on the rookie list.

Season 2012 for Rhys
After a strong 2011 fans were hopeful that his injury-riddled days were behind him, sadly that was not the case. Rhys was struck down with injury again and was unable to complete a full pre-season. Rhys was hit with an injury to his heel and was out of action for a long period of time. After a long and hard start to the year Rhys was able to play his first game for season 2012 in the VFL Development side on May 13. He played half a game and pulled up well. He played a second game in the Development side the week after and was named in the bests.
Rhys was selected to play his first senior VFL game against Casey on June 2nd. He provided plenty of drive into the forward line and was named in the bests. Rhys contributed strongly over the next seven weeks, picking up plenty of disposals and laying plenty of strong tackles. He played on the HBF as well as playing throughout the midfield putting his body on the line. His leadership skills on field started to take shape with him providing some direction and assistance to other players on the ground. Rhys had a stand out game against Casey on 4th of August in which his booming left foot was called into action. He kicked three goals, plus assisting in many others with his delivery of the ball into the forward 50.
Rhys’ hard work and persistence paid off when he was elevated from the rookie list for the injured Lachie Henderson and selected to play against Brisbane in Round 20, less than a week after his 22nd birthday. Starting as the sub, Rhys was called upon in the final quarter with about 18 minutes to play. In this time Rhys managed to pick up 6 disposals. He played through the midfield and on the wing. In a great piece of play, which saw roles reversed, Rhys tapped the ball down to Kreuzer who snapped a nice goal. He showed some poise and class through traffic. Unfortunately Rhys wasn’t able to keep his spot in the team for round 21. He went back to the Northern Blues. Rhys played a vital role in the midfield, playing quite well. Both Rhys and David Ellard stepped up in the final quarter both kicking important goals which saw the momentum swing the way of the Northern Blues. Rhys was named in the bests. With David Ellard elevated into the Carlton team the following week, Rhys stepped up his intensity in the midfield for the Northern Blues, and continued to put his body on the line. He finished the day with 2 goals. Rhys’ hard work was rewarded and he was elevated into the Carlton team for the round 23 clash with St. Kilda. Rhys was not named sub and was able to play his first full game of senior footy. Given the role on Brendon Goddard, Rhys ran with him for the majority of the day. He looked quite comfortable. He landed awkwardly on his ankle and limped to the bench, but returned to the field about 8 minutes later to play out the game. In Rhys’ first full game of senior football he finished with 15 disposals, 5 marks and 3 tackles and was named in the bests.


Where to from here?
After a delayed start to 2012 Rhys finished the season with 14 games under his belt. He played 2 in the VFL reserves, 10 in the VFL seniors and 2 for Carlton. When Rhys hasn’t been injured, he’s shown some really positive signs. He is a strong decision maker who isn’t afraid to put his head over the ball. His booming left kick is a dangerous weapon. Although he is constantly getting injured, his professionalism and attitude towards football is always positive and he remains upbeat. Each year we hope that his injury-riddled days are behind him; that never seems to be the case, but we remain hopeful. One thing we do know is that Rhys will remain grounded, stay positive and motivated and will always give 100%. As a rookie Rhys will have to work hard for senior selection in 2013. Fingers crossed he can play more than 1 full game.

 

[The Old Dark Navy's]

Great job BG4L. Again your passion is on show.

 

[The_Wookie]

As I am the leader of the Shaun Hampson bandwagon, Ill take the big man.

Also I have training photos from before the Port game if needed.

 

[Aphrodite]

Handsome is all yours The_Wookie


Training photos will be great.

 

[The_Wookie]

Image: Shaun Hampson training before the Port Adelaide game at City Mazda Stadium, West Adelaide in round 10.
Picture: The Wookie

Season Statistics

• Postion: Forward/Ruck
• Games: 13
• Goals: 15.4 @ 1.1 per game
• Marks: 51 @ 3.9 per game
• Hitouts: 240 @ 18.5 per game

Fun Facts

• Recruited from: Mt Gravatt, Queensland
• Player number 1106 for Carlton
• 221st highest scorer for Carlton
• 278th for games played

The Story so far

Shaun Hampson was a late starter to the game, not taking up Australian football until 2004. He was quite an athlete according to the Brisbane Courier Mail which reported in 2006 that he was an excellent 100m runner and good at discus and swimming, and with a soccer loving parent he tried his hand at soccer.

Hampson switched to Australian Football after watching the Lions win their third flag, playing under 18s for Mt Gravatt, but ending up as the clubs number 1 ruck at the end of his first year. He was taken by Carlton as a priority pick in 2006 AFL Draft, where he was the 17th pick overall.

Hampson debuted for Carlton against North Melbourne in round 17, 2007, and played his 50th game against Greater Western Sydney in 2012.

The big number 22 would spend some time in and out of the seniors, sometimes due to form, but usually due to injury. In 2011 he attracted the interest of a number of clubs, including Richmond, however in September Shaun Hampson signed a 3 year contract extension with Carlton..

The 2012 Season

Shaun Hampson spent the offseason getting laser eye surgery after years of being shortsighted, and managed to also acquire the interest of super model Megan Gale, a fact which would fascinate commentators during match broadcasts in 2012.

He performed strongly in the NAB Cup where he started forward in most matches and all indications seemed to show that the club was wanting to take a punt on him being a tall forward relieving the ruck in season 2012.

He opened the premiership season in style with 3 goals against Richmond at the MCG, and by round 4 several commentators had Hampson down as the leagues most improved player. Following the Collingwood game in round 3, the Heraldsun reported that Hampsons ruckwork was a sensation lost in the hype surrounding Kreuzer, with Hampson winning the ruck 52% of the time, a strike rate that put him ahead of all but Patrick Ryder and Aaron Sandilands. If that wasnt enough 26% of those were hits to advantage, something the Heraldsun claimed was above the AFL average.

Mark Stevens wrote in the Heraldsun that

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"For a supposed second string ruckman, Hampsons numbers are phenomenal"

As the season went on he looked to be a more imposing forward than in previous seasons, although he had a tendency to drop easy marks and still appeared to misjudge the flight of the ball. Despite this, He averaged better than a goal a match, until he ended his season in round 15. His season tally of 15.4 was more than he had kicked in his previous 5 years at Carlton and took his career total to 29.

His forward line ruckwork in particular was often exquisite, setting up several goals from stoppages. His 240 hitouts for the season was his best return since 2008 (15 games @ 278 hitouts)

His season ended in the round 15 return match against Collingwood, where he crashed a pack taking a mark on the left half forward flank for Carlton at the MCG, rupturing his posterior cruciate ligament. His season was confirmed over by the Blues on July 6.

The Hammer Files - 2012 Edition (R1-6)


The Future

Carltons wealth of experienced ruckmen and rather shortage of depth in the tall forward department seems to indicate that one of Hampson or Warnock could be offered for trade as the club attempts to lure a key forward to bolster its premiership hopes. The rise of Levi Casbault as a forward option, and the continued fitness of Jarrad Waite may play a part in determining the future of Shaun Hampson at Carlton.

References:

• Nov 22nd, 2006 - "Shauns Adventure" - Courier Mail
• July 2nd, 2011 - "Tall order for Tigers" - The Age
• Sep 22nd, 2011 - "Carlton resign three" - Foxsports
• Jan 2nd, 2012 - "Megan Gale has a new bloke" - Daily Telegraph
• Jan 31st, 2012 - "Eyes open for Hampson" - carltonfc.com.au
• Apr 16th, 2012 - " Shaun Hampson a revelation" - Heraldsun
• July 6th, 2012 - "Blues lose Hampson" - afl.com.au
• Player Profile, www.carltonfc.com.au
• Shaun Hampson, Wikipedia page
• Shaun Hampson, stats.rleague.com

 

[The_Wookie]

hmm must update Hammer film

 

[Aphrodite]

Excellent review TW.

 

[Blue Girl 4 life]

Wow Wookie. What a review! Loved it!

 

[The_Wookie]

ok Ive got far too much time up my sleeve, so give me Garlett and Yarran. Gives me a chance to put together highlights vids for both of them.

 

[Aphrodite]

ok Ive got far too much time up my sleeve, so give me Garlett and Yarran. Gives me a chance to put together highlights vids for both of them.

Done.

 

[The Old Dark Navy's]

Of course the videos won't be used in the PDF wookie but good for looking at here.

Is everyone (or anyone) also posting a copy of their review in the relevant player thread?

 

[Blue Girl 4 life]

Of course the videos won't be used in the PDF wookie but good for looking at here.

Is everyone (or anyone) also posting a copy of their review in the relevant player thread?

I will do that now ODN

 

[The_Wookie]

Of course the videos won't be used in the PDF wookie but good for looking at here.

Is everyone (or anyone) also posting a copy of their review in the relevant player thread?

I was going to. Considering posting to my carlton blog which ill actually have time to do some work on now

 

[Mister Carlton]

How is Mister Carlton travelling with photos this year? Using old ones? Any new ones of the 2012 new boys?

Been down to training a few times this year. Happy to pass on the shots of the boys again, enjoyed being part of the publication last year.

 

[Sharks On A Plane]

I'll review Armfield if TheGeneral hasn't already put his hand up?

 

[Aphrodite]

I'll review Armfield if TheGeneral hasn't already put his hand up?

Army is yours Sharks.











TG do a review - I would like to see that !!

 

[astro_toby]

Someone do Collins, have no idea how he has gone since he left.

 

[BluesMan]

I'll take Ellard.

*hopes guns' doesn't get upset*

 

[Aphrodite]

I'll take Ellard.

*hopes guns' doesn't get upset*

All yours BluesMan.