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With Zac smith’s current back woes at this stage, this pick could really benefit after this year.
I’d say Smith won’t be on the list next year.
I’d say Smith won’t be on the list next year.
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Show's how the club regard the current ruckmen on our list. We now have 4 genuine rucks, and 2 part-timers in Blicavs and Sav. The part timers clearly aren't the option but can relieve and backup if required. Of the 4, Stanley has shown the most potential but is wildly inconsistent, Smith couldnt possibly keep his spot on the list next year, Abbott is solid but lacks a high ceiling athletically or ability wise to be first choice ruck and is suited more to a backup. Why not use a 4th round pick on Fort considering these are our options? Clearly the best state league ruck, and he leapfrogs smith and covers Stanley when he gets injured. And if you look at the draft, terrible year for ruck prospects.
Didn't they sign him for 2 more years. He is no world beater but he is good depth on a low wage who can step into the team if required. Not seeing the requirement for fort at all.I reckon Abbott's better than you think.
Didn't they sign him for 2 more years. He is no world beater but he is good depth on a low wage who can step into the team if required. Not seeing the requirement for fort at all.
I quite liked of what I saw of Abbott. I think the added size might do wonders if he keeps his mobility up.Mostly durability for 2019 ( Stanley)
I thought Abbott displayed enough to mount a challenge to Stanley if he improved both physically and technically
pre season.
I also think Abbott has an aggressive edge, at least appears that way to me, but it's up to Abbott to take it from Rhys it's far from a done deal.
Didn't he have 3 good games out of 4 or 2 out of 3, can't remember but as good as any debutante.
This year he's added 6kilos they say and training very well atm l've heard.
This guy is quick and agile no mistakes.
Didn't they sign him (Abbott) for 2 more years. He is no world beater but he is good depth on a low wage who can step into the team if required.
On Fort I disagree.... just today in the addy .Scarlett was talking about playing and coaching him... if he could channel Stewart we could have a younger player ready to come straight in and play #1 ruck.Not seeing the requirement for fort at all.
I agree that he showed enough to give a year or two ... who knows he may yet have more to offer.
On Fort I disagree.... just today in the addy .Scarlett was talking about playing and coaching him... if he could channel Stewart we could have a younger player ready to come straight in and play #1 ruck.
They really dont need as much size as what people make out, Gawn,Witts and Sandi are the only real big rucks the rest are 103kg or under, Fort was drafted already at 99kg and Abbott would be about 105kg by Game 1 of pre-season if we believe what has been said.They both need bigger bodies just saying looks like Abbotts added some.
I have seen two match sim sessions. Abbott was the only ruck involved in both. No ruck contests used . The good news was Blitz wasn't asked to do any stop gap rucking!Have they had any practice match hit-outs where we have trialed our 4 ruckman against each other so far?
I have seen two match sim sessions. Abbott was the only ruck involved in both. No ruck contests used . The good news was Blitz wasn't asked to do any stop gap rucking!
They really dont need as much size as what people make out, Gawn,Witts and Sandi are the only real big rucks the rest are 103kg or under, Fort was drafted already at 99kg and Abbott would be about 105kg by Game 1 of pre-season if we believe what has been said.
Personally think Fort is a better prospect than Abbott, just not convinced Abbott is good enough for the Grundys and Gawns of the world, we got absolutely belted in clearances regularly last season think Fort is our best chance of clean clearances, put the ball down players throat for fun in the SANFL and is more than handy up forward.I thought Abbott looked tall enough but a little extra weight would've hurt him rather strengthen him for AFL level footy.
After last year's introduction he'll surprise a few this coming season especially at 105kgs. Watch this guy.
They'll add a few kilos to Fort too no doubt through weights and food supplements.
I think with these two we've a couple of fast agile rucks that could play a key position if required, especially Abbott.
Personally think Fort is a better prospect than Abbott, just not convinced Abbott is good enough for the Grundys and Gawns of the world, we got absolutely belted in clearances regularly last season think Fort is our best chance of clean clearances, put the ball down players throat for fun in the SANFL and is more than handy up forward.
Wouldnt think many Rucks would do many hard sessions that far out, their bodies get smashed enough already during the season.Abbott was (in Dec.) the only ruck in full training in the couple of sessions I saw.
Forte did some individual running and solo skills drills on the side. No match sim. Didn't look injured.
Stanley and smith both in orange vests and running after missing the first session I saw ( in the pouring rain).
Abbott was (in Dec.) the only ruck in full training in the couple of sessions I saw.
Forte did some individual running and solo skills drills on the side. No match sim. Didn't look injured.
Stanley and smith both in orange vests and running after missing the first session I saw ( in the pouring rain).
drop the e ...
It remind me of one the worst model Falcons..or a player that will give head aches..
Ha.... Of course.
So he is not the cats ruck division's Forte ?
Halabloodyluya.I have seen two match sim sessions. Abbott was the only ruck involved in both. No ruck contests used . The good news was Blitz wasn't asked to do any stop gap rucking!
Yes...and he's a tap ruck man....with the new 666 structure in place, the return of the tap ruck man is upon us.