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I know the AFL isnt keen on the Mid season draft coming back.
But it would be interesting if say the bottom 4 or 5 clubs at the half way mark of the season were able to pick up players. Either from the VFL, WAFL and such.
So its not really a proper mid season draft but a little help just for the bottom teams to try and fill a deficiancy in there list . No need to include the top clubs, use it just to help the bottom teams be more competitive for the rest of the yr and maybe get the first crack at some unearthed gems .
For example if a decent sized backman was having a standout season at the lower levels it would be helpfull for the Saints to have the chance to pick him up mid season. Theres the Rookie listed players as a back up for injury of course. But if theres a overlooked player running around in the SAFL having a blinder it seems stupid that a struggling AFL club couldnt pick him up.
Just a thought.
But it would be interesting if say the bottom 4 or 5 clubs at the half way mark of the season were able to pick up players. Either from the VFL, WAFL and such.
So its not really a proper mid season draft but a little help just for the bottom teams to try and fill a deficiancy in there list . No need to include the top clubs, use it just to help the bottom teams be more competitive for the rest of the yr and maybe get the first crack at some unearthed gems .
For example if a decent sized backman was having a standout season at the lower levels it would be helpfull for the Saints to have the chance to pick him up mid season. Theres the Rookie listed players as a back up for injury of course. But if theres a overlooked player running around in the SAFL having a blinder it seems stupid that a struggling AFL club couldnt pick him up.
Just a thought.

