OK , most seem to like our picks. I think they are fair but its all conjecture really isn't it. The real test is how we have gone will be many of our picks gone on become a part our main group that regularly makes up the best 22.
Adding the three today to the other two Rookies at the club, this on top of a fresh group of five on our list we have added quite a few guys that will desperate to get a crack, to prove themselves.But can they do it?
It would be a tough gig at Geelong to break into such youthfull side that has been moulded into a tough seasoned team. Im sure that has contributed to Thurley and Chambers departing. They left with good offers but they also probably recognised that their chance would be resticted.Its just so tough when your at a club with a young group like ours
Id say the choice of Slade ensures we have an other alternative for the back position that Sanderdon has left open. Looking at his stats he is only 182, he better not have lost any pace with his OP but at least he has a chance.He is a know guys so, less risk.
Likewize Hunt looks to be a Harley backup, who has played AFL. Harley must be bit sus after his injuries in 05.Also , if I was Spencer id find it interesting that another tall backmen has been brought into the mix.
Grimma will have to show some amazing talent id say or he will get lost.Think what NA looked like in the V's.Ordinary.He will be up against players like Lonergan, Mackie and Gardiner. Has anyone got stats on his leap.when I watched him, I cant remember him taking any crackers over the top of the pack, it was more of the same sort of player that we have, very good lead, over head mark and he converted well (maybe thats better than our guys)
If he can kick some big bags, he may anounce himself.Only can hope he goes better than the last few from Tas.
Good luck guys , you have probably 12 months to show something. Its a tough gig footy.