Past Chris Judd

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Familiar faces await Scully
"We had a pretty good few weeks playing against Carlton, North Melbourne, Port Adelaide and then Gold Coast and Sydney Swans," Shiel said.

"We got a taste of it and really woke up to how far we have to go.

"Josh Bruce played on Adam Goodes, I played on Chris Judd, Tommy Bugg played on Brent Harvey, and it opens your eyes about how good the champions are and how far behind we are."

"It was crazy, he's just a machine," he said.

"I think he felt sorry for us because he was telling me where I should be standing and saying I was giving him too much room.

"Then I'd be too scared to say anything back and I'd just hold my position on him and next thing you know, he's got the centre clearance and kicking it straight up to [Robert] Warnock.

"I met him through Caulfield [Grammar], same school, and he's a really good bloke and it was such an experience to play on such a champion.

"He's probably the best ever."
Familiar faces await Scully
 
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Pressure acts

Physical pressure such as tackling, and implied pressure, such as corralling or chasing

PLAYER RANKING POINTS (2011)

1. Scott Selwood (West Coast) 648

2. Matt Priddis (West Coast) 583

3. Liam Shiels (Hawthorn) 528

4. Chris Judd (Carlton) 524


5. James Kelly (Geelong) 508

6. Scott Pendlebury (Collingwood) 501

7. Josh Kennedy (Sydney) 493

8. Steele Sidebottom (Collingwood) 491

9. Brent Moloney (Melbourne) 479

10. Leroy Jetta (Essendon) 335

Source: Champion Data
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If only Judd was a complete midfielder.
 

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Re: 2011 Player Review - BF wants you!

#5 – Chris Judd (Captain)
The Context. After an outstanding season in 2010 some of us wondered if Chris Judd could keep up his Brownlow winning form. Surely no player, even with the once in a generation talent of Judd, could keep shouldering the heavy midfield load that Chris absorbed? Fortunately, in 2011 his midfield compadres produced the best seasons of their young careers. Marc Murphy had a sublime breakout year, and Mitch Robinson crashed into every contest in a way that frightened his opponents, his parents, and probably his own teammates.

So did Chris take an easier road in 2011? Maybe rest up forward more often, play an outside midfield role a bit more? What’s remarkable is that Judd took his game to yet another level in 2011. His contested ball work, his ability to create clearances where no human had a right to do so, his gut running, and his displays of sheer football brilliance left no one in doubt. In 2011 we had the privilege of watching football genius at work. His peers in the AFL Players Association recognised this, overwhelmingly voting Chris the Most Valuable Player in the land, and Best Captain. He also came second in the John Nicholls Medal, and selected in the All Australian team of 22. The experts began debating where Chris Judd stood in comparison with the all time greats of the game. He was the runaway Brownlow favourite among virtually all observers – except it seems the umpires. Well, maybe the ledger has been squared with Dane Swan.

Key Statistics
* Games: 24 in 2011, 222 in career, 134 with West Coast
* Disposals: Total 633, K 301, HB 332 (at 26.4,12.5,13.8), efficiency 66.5%
* Contested possessions: 333 at 13.9
* Clearances:159 at 6.6; Inside 50s: 105 at 4.4
* Marks: 69 (7 contested); Tackles: 148 at 6.2
* Supercoach: Average 115.6
* Quirky stat: Drinks out of two drink bottles when on the interchange bench

Performance. In his fourth season in Navy Blue, Chris was Carlton’s leading player in terms of contested possessions (333 at 13.9), clearances (159 at 6.6), tackles (148 at 6.2), handballs (332 at 13.8), and goal assists (33 at 1.4). He was second in total disposals (633 at 26.4), and third for inside 50s (105 at 4.4). Let’s take a moment to unpack these stats. Judd’s contested possessions and clearances from stoppages place him in a category only a few AFL players can aspire to. He creates enormous drive by winning the contested ball and handballing off to a teammate. If the opposition has the ball, then they better get rid of it quickly or Chris will lay one of his 148 tackles. He has a presence and influence in games that no doubt inspires teammates and earns the respect of opponents.

Best game/s. If we had to single out games to showcase Judd’s prowess, then let’s look at the Collingwood R17, Sydney R6, and Essendon R18 games. Against the Pies Chris had 35 possessions with a staggering 23 contested and 9 clearances. Against Sydney Judd went further. He finished with 25 contested possessions and 15 clearances. That is not a misprint. In one passage of play in Q4 Chris ran along the boundary line under intense pressure, kept his feet, controlled the elusive ball, and kicked to White in space near the goals. Brilliant. Carlton had not won at the SCG since 1993. It was a massive team effort and Judd played a major role in what was arguably a season defining come from behind win.

The Bombers game was football bliss for Carlton supporters. This is when AW did his SkyWalker thing. In the first quarter Judd contested for a mark in the goal square, gained possession somehow, then shaped to handball, but Garlett was in traffic, so Judd held back until Betts came streaming through to receive and then goal. All of this in just a fleeting moment.

Personal milestones. Chris played his 200th AFL game against Gold Coast in Round 2 and kept up his elite form through most of the season. He seemed to be moving more freely than in the recent past. But he picked up an ankle injury mid-season and yet had the tenacity to play through it.

On 26 July, Chris and Rebecca welcomed the arrival of their first child, Oscar. Some BigFooty wags congratulated Bec for her timing. The early arrival on Tuesday meant Chris could play the Friday game against North. Others noted that Oscar is definitely a Judd – the nurses put a tag on him almost immediately.

What now for 2012? Carlton supporters will be hoping that Chris’ body holds up and allows him to continue to express his talents. Hard bodied taggers have been repeatedly pitted against him. The Club has tried to find personnel to share the load, and to an extent this is happening, but more work needs to be done to assist the champion.

It’s hard to talk about deficiencies in his game given how good Judd is. Yes his efficiency is not great at 66.5%. But if we look at how congested the play is when he wins the ball, then turnovers are hardly surprising. Kicking at goal is a more genuine area that could be improved with 14 goals 16 behinds. And when the time does come for him to play more up forward then accuracy is an area Chris could work on.

In 2011 we had the privilege of watching Judd’s contribution to the Carlton Football Club. It is the hope of many that, sometime soon, the heroic efforts of Chris Judd and his teammates will be rewarded with that sweet taste of success in September.
 
Good stuff. I think we should all feel warm and cozy that without the captaincy, the threat of retirement, the VISY deal shenanigans hanging over Juddy, he's still a freakin' weapon who plays for Carlton and will do so for >=2 years more.

The quieter and more under-the-radar Juddy is, the better. He'll still TERRIFY teams come September.
 

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Judd freshens up

Judd has been troubled by hamstring issues and said he "didn't have a great pre-season" but that he was now almost back to full fitness.

The Blues open their AFL campaign against Richmond this week and Judd said he expected to play up to 80 per cent of the game.

Judd freshens up

Can't wait to see him out there on Thursday night. He might be nearing the end of his career but he's still a brilliant player who has plenty to offer. Hopefully we are able to lessen the pressure on him not just by passing on the captaincy but by sharing the on-field work load more evenly than we have in years gone by.
 
Judd freshens up



Judd freshens up

Can't wait to see him out there on Thursday night. He might be nearing the end of his career but he's still a brilliant player who has plenty to offer. Hopefully we are able to lessen the pressure on him not just by passing on the captaincy but by sharing the on-field work load more evenly than we have in years gone by.
He lifted in the 3rd quarter and if it wasn't for those two undisciplined goals we gave away we would of run over the top of them. Whether or not he flips a coin at the beginning of a game he is still a fantastic leader.
 
Liking his role up forward that could keep him fresh compared to the grind of the midfield.

The rumours of his demise are greatly exaggerated.
Juddy has been rated @ number 10 in the Official AFL Play Ratings.

http://www.afl.com.au/news/2013-04-29/Official-Player-Ratings-Number-10
Good point RK and well spotted E. Up forward Chris can hit the ball hard and run clear to have shot on goal. I admire Judd's ability to find clean air. Down back a few times the boys have been under pressure and the handball goes to the next player who is also under pressure. But players like Judd even when they are under pressure have an ability to find a teammate in space. We then turn defence into attack and run away with the ball. Wonderful to watch.
 
2013 Review: Chris Judd

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Chris Judd (#5)
GAMES
Season 2013: 20
Career: 259

GOALS
Season 2013: 11
Career: 217

KEY AFL STATISTICS (averages in brackets)
Disposals: 453 (22.7) Marks: 48 (2.4) Tackles: 68 (3.4) Inside 50s: 77 (3.9) Contested Possessions: 238 (11.9)Clearances: 105 (5.3)




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Skipper makes impressive Marc
But McKay said 30-year-old star Judd was by no means playing in his final season of football.

"I wouldn't have thought so If he has a good year and the club is going well, it would be a brave decision not to go on. You wouldn't mean a more competitive person than Chris Judd. He under-states that a bit, but he is a very competitive guy with a lot of pride in his performance. He won't want to go out of the game playing at a lesser level than he expects, but if his body stays together, he will have a harder decision to make."
Skipper makes impressive Marc

It would be a dream come true if Judd plays on for at least another season.

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