Past #39: Flynn Perez - drafted w/ #39 in 2019 ND - 2x ACL - delisted end '23 - 24 NM games / 1 NM goals - thanks Flynn

[giantroo]

He can kick (on both feet), has a turn of speed, is versatile and was shaping as an exciting player in this year's draft class. He still has all that, but hasn't been able to show any of it through 2019 after requiring a knee reconstruction in December last season.

Perez had a high level soccer background, having previously captained Victoria at junior level, before he made football his priority.

'I've grown as a person': Prospect finds positives after knee reco

Flynn Perez was rapt to be invited to the Combine after missing all of this season with a knee injury

m.afl.com.au

 

[giantroo]

Bendigo Pioneers talent manager Steve Sharp said while the injury was disappointing for Perez, he expects the smooth moving midfielder to still come under heavy notice from AFL clubs at national draft time next November.

“Flynn ticked a lot of boxes as a 17-year-old,’’ Sharp said.

“His commitment to his footy was outstanding and, even though he has this injury, AFL clubs would have seen a lot of positive signs.

Earlier this month Perez impressed Geelong skipper Joel Selwood when he trained with the Cats.

"He's a nice mover and a great size,’’ Selwood said of Perez.

Injured Bendigo Pioneers star to miss 2019 season

Pre-season injury blow for Bendigo Pioneers

www.bendigoadvertiser.com.au

 

[LB2Snake]

Where do we find videos of these kids?

 

[giantroo]

 

[giantroo]

Where do we find videos of these kids?

From the Afl website until the club posts something.

 

[BigBadByron]

Hope not shafted like Mitch Hibberd was.

 

[SpiderBurton22]

God that jumper looks s**t.

 

[BigBadByron]

Love the selection.

Have absolutely no idea but I'm convinced.

 

[Firestarter]

If he plays anything like whats-his-name (the steak knives hbf) from Port, he can have whatever hairdo he likes, for mine.

But what is with the name? Flynn Perez? Sounds like a practice driver in the Formula 1.

Long Sleeves Pittard?

 

[roos_fanatic08]

So is he 188cm or 181cm?

Welcome Flynn. Time to bulk!

 

[giantroo]

Despite not being able to play this season, Perez has been kept busy in a coaching role with the Pioneers.

"I've still been able to get a lot out of the year by getting a coaches perspective," Perez said.

"I've done a bit of coaching with the backs and mids and, hopefully, the boys have enjoyed my messaging."

NAB LEAGUE - Pioneer duo keen to grasp chance at AFL Draft Combine

Brady Rowles and Flynn Perez among four Bendigo Pioneer players selected for the AFL Draft Combine in October.

www.bendigoadvertiser.com.au

 

[shinboner magic]

Looks so stoked to be selected.

Never heard of him - make every post a winner

 

[osaka mick]

Speaks well, kicks on both feet quite well (good highlight package). Project would be to play in 2021 I suspect at best, but looks like a good speculative pick.

Welcome!

 

[Orange Peanut]

I hate all of you for not getting me excited about this guy pre-draft. I just heard his name and I already luff him.

 

[Liam Boy]

So is he 188cm or 181cm?

Welcome Flynn. Time to bulk!

rhyce is 183cm. so there's your answer

 

[tiltraise]

 

[Rod Stroker]

That is fricken awesome. Clearly a top bloke with his mates reacting like that.

 

[The Nostradamus]

Rate the hair cut

But back to his footballing style like that he can kick off both feet

 

[Sillygit]

So thats two that havemt seen hairstyles in 60 years.

 

[Rooboys Rool]

Can kick.

 

[tiltraise]

Can kick.

Yeah both feet and with good depth to advantage.

 

[Kangas_11]

Looks super comfortable kicking with both feet in that footage.

 

[Waussie]

Looks ok, plenty to work with and a good attitude. It's a yes from me.

 

[tiltraise]

Foxsports.com.au: Like a number of prospects, Perez’s draft year was cut short after rupturing his ACL during pre-season training for Vic Country. But his name firmly remains in consideration for AFL clubs, given his good underage season where he averaged 16.5 disposals for Bendigo in 2018. His speed and poise with ball in hand make him an appealing option for clubs on the outside.

 

[Shermanator]

So he’s good at Monopoly eh?.. but the real question is can he xbox?..

Welcome aboard ‘Rosie’ I think we’ve got a live one here.