Toast Jack Henry rising star

[Turbocat]

in late news ollie has decided to play soccer for the next 2 years, and then slip nicely through the draft to wells

2 years... make it three and then we can take him as a Non afl Rookie ...

 

[Larry Donohue]

Jack Henry
Wow!
What a terrific kid
His intercept marking made lever look ordinary
Strong hands, composed and much stronger that he looks
Good kid.
Harry might be wondering where he fits in

 

[Boxhead_31]

Brilliant!
Loved the part in the article that said “he grew up idolising the cats in their golden era”

And for once it’s just not lip service

 

[evolutionbaby]

My first reaction when he was picked was "Jack Who???". Got 10 year KP anchor written all over him.

 

[twst88]

G'day Cats fans,

Here are some extended highlights of Jack Henry from the weekend.



As a neutral watching the game I was seriously impressed with his intercept marking ability so I'm glad he got recognised with a Rising Star Nom.

Enjoy.

 

[Farmer2Goggin]

Very deserving of this weeks nomination.
Lot to like about this kid - the intercept marking is a highlight but I also like the little things - like looking to shepherd after he gives it off , punching to the boundary instead of front and centre and his poise under pressure. Good size and skills as well - should keep an eye on the younger brother as well

 

[lionbear]

Well done, watching on Friday night unless someone had a blinder if he didn't get nominated this week I would have been asking serious questions.

Great effort, his form this year has been unbelievable and has really stood up with Harry and Hendo being out.

 

[Cool Cat]

Ah yes 1951. Great Stuff.

Is that the 1951 GF? Great photo.

 

[Zouz Kitty]

It is so exciting for Henry, to be living the Geelong Cats' dream!

St Mary's
St Josep's
Geelong Falcons + now
Geelong Cats!

Henry's favourite player is Bartel, with Selwood a close second.

Henry went to all three GFs as well.

Henry said that Scarlo's wisdom had filled the Geelong Defence with confidence.



Henry averages 2.2 Intercept Marks per game is ranked No.1 at Geelong + also averages 6.2 Intercept Possessions.

His nickname is 'Jumping Jack' from his Decathlon days.

How great is this mark from the weekend?

A very deserved nomination, very excited by this young Kitten.

 

[you pick one]

Not at all surprised great kid from a great family.So pleased he found his way to the Cats.

 

[catswhiskers]

Yes very much. So pleased our list managers look deep down the list of kids - not just the ones barreling along on a big body or coming off an elite program.

 

[plays tall 1]

$201 for the Rising Star award with Crownbet...looks like someone’s asleep at the wheel over there.

 

[RegHickeyStand]

Is that the 1951 GF? Great photo.

Yes. vs Essendon

 

[Reg Hickey]

Is that the 1951 GF? Great photo.

Ah, the memories ...

 

[Cool Cat]

Ah, the memories ...

You must be an old-timer Reg. Must have been a great time to be a cats fan!

 

[Turbocat]

Yes. vs Essendon

The one the tribunal won for us?

 

[RegHickeyStand]

You must be an old-timer Reg. Must have been a great time to be a cats fan!

I'm old enough. Wouldn't like to be that old, though. lol

 

[Cool Cat]

I'm old enough. Wouldn't like to be that old, though. lol

Ha ha, me too mate.

 

[Turbocat]

http://www.geelongcats.com.au/video/2018-05-09/jack-henry-press-conf

Anyone know the story on the painting in the background.. looks like Wade with a crown on?

Good to hear Jack is versatile and can go forward...

 

[frggr]

Great article in The Age about Jack and what endears him to the club.

"[He's] humble when off the field and highly respected but when he is on the field he is all go and he plays really aggressively and always had a point to prove," Lynch said.

His quietly spoken, respectful manner endeared him to those at Geelong, which only made his game on Friday night more a cause for celebration.

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/afl/jack-the-local-lad-another-geelong-product-20180509-p4zech.html

 

[catempire]

$201 for the Rising Star award with Crownbet...looks like someone’s asleep at the wheel over there.

$34 now

 

[Shai]

Worked tonight, watching replays @ the mo.

Just seen Jack Henrys' Rising Star interview.

I love this young man.

 

[Warhorse]

Terrific kid.

And for once it’s just not lip service

Fantastic

 

[catempire]

*bump*

**** yeah two first names!

 

[frggr]

*bump*

**** yeah two first names!

Here, here! Saved a few goals, maintained composure for the most part. If only we had as much luck finding small forwards and rucks as we do finding defenders.