I really hope we keep him, I think he is the kind of player Mick likes.
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Rhys' review for 2012
#20 - RHYS O’KEEFFE
A bit about Rhys’ career so far:
Rhys O’Keeffe arrived at the Blues after being selected with pick 65 in the 2008 National Draft. Rhys was selected as a running half-back. He has struggled tremendously with injury throughout his career. Rhys managed only a handful of games in 2009 before he was struck down with Osteitus Pubis, which meant the end of his first season. In 2010 Rhys only managed to play 2 games after a season full of injuries. He had complications after his surgery, problems with his hamstrings and a stress fracture in his lower lumbar spine. Out of contract at the end of 2010, most rookies in his position would have been delisted but the Blues were convinced that he had a bright future and had seen enough to know that he was worth keeping. Rhys was moved from the senior list to the rookie list, a move which took the pressure off him and allowed him to work on getting his body right.
Rhys finally got his body back to full fitness which allowed him to train well and complete a strong pre-season. Rhys was regularly named in the Bullants bests, justifying the club’s faith in him. After a long term injury to Andrew Collins, Rhys was elevated and selected to make his AFL debut against West Coast in round 14. He was the sub and made it through the game unscathed. Rhys returned to the Bullants the next week and finished the year strongly by working really hard and playing some great shut down roles. In his most successful year he finished with a games total of 15 and was retained on the rookie list.
Season 2012 for Rhys
After a strong 2011 fans were hopeful that his injury-riddled days were behind him, sadly that was not the case. Rhys was struck down with injury again and was unable to complete a full pre-season. Rhys was hit with an injury to his heel and was out of action for a long period of time. After a long and hard start to the year Rhys was able to play his first game for season 2012 in the VFL Development side on May 13. He played half a game and pulled up well. He played a second game in the Development side the week after and was named in the bests.
Rhys was selected to play his first senior VFL game against Casey on June 2nd. He provided plenty of drive into the forward line and was named in the bests. Rhys contributed strongly over the next seven weeks, picking up plenty of disposals and laying plenty of strong tackles. He played on the HBF as well as playing throughout the midfield putting his body on the line. His leadership skills on field started to take shape with him providing some direction and assistance to other players on the ground. Rhys had a stand out game against Casey on 4th of August in which his booming left foot was called into action. He kicked three goals, plus assisting in many others with his delivery of the ball into the forward 50.
Rhys’ hard work and persistence paid off when he was elevated from the rookie list for the injured Lachie Henderson and selected to play against Brisbane in Round 20, less than a week after his 22nd birthday. Starting as the sub, Rhys was called upon in the final quarter with about 18 minutes to play. In this time Rhys managed to pick up 6 disposals. He played through the midfield and on the wing. In a great piece of play, which saw roles reversed, Rhys tapped the ball down to Kreuzer who snapped a nice goal. He showed some poise and class through traffic. Unfortunately Rhys wasn’t able to keep his spot in the team for round 21. He went back to the Northern Blues. Rhys played a vital role in the midfield, playing quite well. Both Rhys and David Ellard stepped up in the final quarter both kicking important goals which saw the momentum swing the way of the Northern Blues. Rhys was named in the bests. With David Ellard elevated into the Carlton team the following week, Rhys stepped up his intensity in the midfield for the Northern Blues, and continued to put his body on the line. He finished the day with 2 goals. Rhys’ hard work was rewarded and he was elevated into the Carlton team for the round 23 clash with St. Kilda. Rhys was not named sub and was able to play his first full game of senior footy. Given the role on Brendon Goddard, Rhys ran with him for the majority of the day. He looked quite comfortable. He landed awkwardly on his ankle and limped to the bench, but returned to the field about 8 minutes later to play out the game. In Rhys’ first full game of senior football he finished with 15 disposals, 5 marks and 3 tackles and was named in the bests.
Where to from here?
After a delayed start to 2012 Rhys finished the season with 14 games under his belt. He played 2 in the VFL reserves, 10 in the VFL seniors and 2 for Carlton. When Rhys hasn’t been injured, he’s shown some really positive signs. He is a strong decision maker who isn’t afraid to put his head over the ball. His booming left kick is a dangerous weapon. Although he is constantly getting injured, his professionalism and attitude towards football is always positive and he remains upbeat. Each year we hope that his injury-riddled days are behind him; that never seems to be the case, but we remain hopeful. One thing we do know is that Rhys will remain grounded, stay positive and motivated and will always give 100%. As a rookie Rhys will have to work hard for senior selection in 2013. Fingers crossed he can play more than 1 full game.
#20 - RHYS O’KEEFFE
A bit about Rhys’ career so far:
Rhys O’Keeffe arrived at the Blues after being selected with pick 65 in the 2008 National Draft. Rhys was selected as a running half-back. He has struggled tremendously with injury throughout his career. Rhys managed only a handful of games in 2009 before he was struck down with Osteitus Pubis, which meant the end of his first season. In 2010 Rhys only managed to play 2 games after a season full of injuries. He had complications after his surgery, problems with his hamstrings and a stress fracture in his lower lumbar spine. Out of contract at the end of 2010, most rookies in his position would have been delisted but the Blues were convinced that he had a bright future and had seen enough to know that he was worth keeping. Rhys was moved from the senior list to the rookie list, a move which took the pressure off him and allowed him to work on getting his body right.
Rhys finally got his body back to full fitness which allowed him to train well and complete a strong pre-season. Rhys was regularly named in the Bullants bests, justifying the club’s faith in him. After a long term injury to Andrew Collins, Rhys was elevated and selected to make his AFL debut against West Coast in round 14. He was the sub and made it through the game unscathed. Rhys returned to the Bullants the next week and finished the year strongly by working really hard and playing some great shut down roles. In his most successful year he finished with a games total of 15 and was retained on the rookie list.
Season 2012 for Rhys
After a strong 2011 fans were hopeful that his injury-riddled days were behind him, sadly that was not the case. Rhys was struck down with injury again and was unable to complete a full pre-season. Rhys was hit with an injury to his heel and was out of action for a long period of time. After a long and hard start to the year Rhys was able to play his first game for season 2012 in the VFL Development side on May 13. He played half a game and pulled up well. He played a second game in the Development side the week after and was named in the bests.
Rhys was selected to play his first senior VFL game against Casey on June 2nd. He provided plenty of drive into the forward line and was named in the bests. Rhys contributed strongly over the next seven weeks, picking up plenty of disposals and laying plenty of strong tackles. He played on the HBF as well as playing throughout the midfield putting his body on the line. His leadership skills on field started to take shape with him providing some direction and assistance to other players on the ground. Rhys had a stand out game against Casey on 4th of August in which his booming left foot was called into action. He kicked three goals, plus assisting in many others with his delivery of the ball into the forward 50.
Rhys’ hard work and persistence paid off when he was elevated from the rookie list for the injured Lachie Henderson and selected to play against Brisbane in Round 20, less than a week after his 22nd birthday. Starting as the sub, Rhys was called upon in the final quarter with about 18 minutes to play. In this time Rhys managed to pick up 6 disposals. He played through the midfield and on the wing. In a great piece of play, which saw roles reversed, Rhys tapped the ball down to Kreuzer who snapped a nice goal. He showed some poise and class through traffic. Unfortunately Rhys wasn’t able to keep his spot in the team for round 21. He went back to the Northern Blues. Rhys played a vital role in the midfield, playing quite well. Both Rhys and David Ellard stepped up in the final quarter both kicking important goals which saw the momentum swing the way of the Northern Blues. Rhys was named in the bests. With David Ellard elevated into the Carlton team the following week, Rhys stepped up his intensity in the midfield for the Northern Blues, and continued to put his body on the line. He finished the day with 2 goals. Rhys’ hard work was rewarded and he was elevated into the Carlton team for the round 23 clash with St. Kilda. Rhys was not named sub and was able to play his first full game of senior footy. Given the role on Brendon Goddard, Rhys ran with him for the majority of the day. He looked quite comfortable. He landed awkwardly on his ankle and limped to the bench, but returned to the field about 8 minutes later to play out the game. In Rhys’ first full game of senior football he finished with 15 disposals, 5 marks and 3 tackles and was named in the bests.
Where to from here?
After a delayed start to 2012 Rhys finished the season with 14 games under his belt. He played 2 in the VFL reserves, 10 in the VFL seniors and 2 for Carlton. When Rhys hasn’t been injured, he’s shown some really positive signs. He is a strong decision maker who isn’t afraid to put his head over the ball. His booming left kick is a dangerous weapon. Although he is constantly getting injured, his professionalism and attitude towards football is always positive and he remains upbeat. Each year we hope that his injury-riddled days are behind him; that never seems to be the case, but we remain hopeful. One thing we do know is that Rhys will remain grounded, stay positive and motivated and will always give 100%. As a rookie Rhys will have to work hard for senior selection in 2013. Fingers crossed he can play more than 1 full game.
That's old news on O'Keeffe.
Didn't McKay announce it 2 weeks ago?
Whichever way, they were never going to get rid of O'Keeffe without letting him have a good run at things.
This guy has done it really tough.
Didn't McKay announce it 2 weeks ago?
Whichever way, they were never going to get rid of O'Keeffe without letting him have a good run at things.
This guy has done it really tough.
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McKay said we have just one pick in the rookie pick to use.
Make or break for O'Keeffe who is in a similar boat to that other injury prone player who received a one year offer from the Bombers.
Make or break for O'Keeffe who is in a similar boat to that other injury prone player who received a one year offer from the Bombers.
It was clear that O'Keeffe had been given a year.
I just don't recall exactly where but others will remember.
Again: Good for you Rhys.
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Sharks On A Plane posted it, but there was nothing official on our website.
We're still waiting for official word about Watson, McCarthy, Laidler, McInnes, Mitchell and Duigan being re-signed.
We thought Davies and Collins were out of contract.
Ian Coutts?
We're still waiting for official word about Watson, McCarthy, Laidler, McInnes, Mitchell and Duigan being re-signed.
We thought Davies and Collins were out of contract.
Ian Coutts?
Collins is out of contract as is Curnow..............or at least were until recently.
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Thanks Ian.
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I wonder what the deal with Curnow's contract is... have we elevated him, put him onto a similar contract to Bells... I would like to think that we have elevated him.Thanks Ian.
But getting back onto topic, it's good to see RoK getting a new contract. He had a seriously rough start to his career and it is good to see him out there playing football.
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This belongs in Rhys' player thread...
Carlton On The Rise: Rhys O'Keeffe
Carlton On The Rise: Rhys O'Keeffe
Carlton On The Rise: Rhys O'Keeffe
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Now THAT'S a beard.
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If only starchamber's theory was correct in this instance
will probably develop an ingrown hair and subsequent blood infection
Get him on what Gumbleton's on! Ah wait, scratch that.
Mister Carlton
Better than you.
Sooz?
O'Keeffe's mystery infection
What can you do but just hope that this is the last time R.O.K. has to go through this.
What can you do but just hope that this is the last time R.O.K. has to go through this.
Finally we have an update on what has been happening with Rhys.
This article goes through all the troubles Rhys has had to overcome in his short career to date.
It's nice to hear that he has remained positive and upbeat.
This is still true. He is remaining positive and is eyeing a late-season return to the VFL. That is great. Wish him all the best
This article goes through all the troubles Rhys has had to overcome in his short career to date.
It's nice to hear that he has remained positive and upbeat.
As I said in my review: Although he is constantly getting injured, his professionalism and attitude towards football is always positive and he remains upbeat. Each year we hope that his injury-riddled days are behind him; that never seems to be the case, but we remain hopeful. One thing we do know is that Rhys will remain grounded, stay positive and motivated and will always give 100%.
This is still true. He is remaining positive and is eyeing a late-season return to the VFL. That is great. Wish him all the best
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Finally O'Keeffe is off the mysteriously missing list. Poor bloke can't take a trick, would be good if he could get going, I'm sure he'd be a fair player.
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Hail the beard!
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Mister Carlton
Better than you.
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This news made my day!
After weeks of being listed as indefinite, we finally got an approximate return date.
To hear that he is expected to play this weekend for the Northern Blues, is just so exciting!
So glad I cleared my schedule weeks ago to attend this weekend's game!
Wouldn't miss this!
After weeks of being listed as indefinite, we finally got an approximate return date.
To hear that he is expected to play this weekend for the Northern Blues, is just so exciting!
So glad I cleared my schedule weeks ago to attend this weekend's game!
Wouldn't miss this!