Alex Gilmour

[Wally Matera]

Here's the feedback...

This bloke is a jet! I went to the game yesterday and could not believe the skills, confidence and speed this bloke has. I can definately see why the Tigers went early on him.

He was kicking goals from 50 out into the wind. He presented himself all day and for an average size bloke... he hands are sooo clean. Dragacevic was "fed-ex"ing the ball to him, so it did make him look good, but geez, l'd be suprised if he wasnt making his debut this week.

Other good results were...

* Marsh was good, but l still dont rate him. Was definately playing on an undermanned backline.

* Carlson (who isnt on our list) and Draga were fantastic. Draga has definately put on some meat and looks a better player for it. Would definately give him at least the rookie list possie again.

* Foley was under-used yesterday. His last quarter was great, but l cant help think that this kid is very similar to a number of players we've recruited in the past and havent been up to it.

* Rodan... just as frustrating in the magoo's.

* Houlihan... big fish in small pond syndrome.

 

[itsintheblood]

Thanks for some positive feedback wally.

God knows we need some after our woeful performance in the seniors.

Rodan and houlihan have played their last senior games.

 

[Wrenny]

Young Cubs Shine

A YOUNG Coburg Tigers side gave Richmond some hope for the future with a thumping of the experienced Box Hill Hawks in Round 14 of the VFL yesterday.
Mike Sheahan's view
Round 15 photos

The Tigers were led by Alex Gilmour – the Tigers' first pick at No. 21 in last year's national draft – who kicked seven goals playing half-forward, full-forward and on the ball.

Coburg coach David Flood said his nimble side was Richmond's bright future.

With Tiger Matthew Rogers retiring, and injuries to Rory Hilton and skipper Wayne Campbell, several youngsters staked a strong claim for senior selection this week.

Of Gilmour, who turned 18 a week ago, flood said: "He marked the ball beautifully, and kicked the ball really well. He was lively, and he was a class act today."

Andrew Raines, son of Richmond premiership centreman Geoff, and Thomas Roach, son of Michael, played with freedom on each wing.

"Both used their pace and their skill level really well through the midfield, and are giving the team a lot of excitement to use the ball well, to run, to take a few risks.

"They really add some excitement to our team and that is what we are trying to generate."

Year 12 Carey Grammar student Daniel Jackson, taken at No. 53 in last year's national draft, was given the task on Nick Holland and held the veteran Hawk to two goals.

"He's just enthusiastic, takes the ball hard, really plays with some vibrancy, and is a good kid – he wants to learn," Flood said. "I think he has a huge future with the Richmond Football Club.

"I'm really excited about some of these guys."

Another famous name was on show after Stephen Daniher, son of Terry Daniher, stepped up from the Coburg reserves to make his debut yesterday.

http://www.heraldsun.news.com.au/footy/common/story_page/0,8033,10108772%5E19895,00.html

 

[Fishfinger]

Gilmour came off early in the final quarter, spoke on the phone and then disappeared up the race.
I was sure he was going to pack his Richmond gear ready for next week. Went back on 10 minutes later.

Ben Marsh was good all day. Geoff's "clone", Andrew Raines, was very impressive. Jackson was well beaten by Holland, particularly late in the game. Good learning experience for him.
Roach and Foley were good, Dragicevic excellent.

Good for us that our young players were the best (plus Marsh).
Bad for Hawthorn that Holland and Barker were their best.