Traded Sam Docherty (2012-2013)

[Haso]

I thought he was impressive in only his second hitout in the senior team. He was composed through traffic and seemed to be defensively accountable.

 

[lionshine]

I thought he was impressive in only his second hitout in the senior team. He was composed through traffic and seemed to be defensively accountable.

I agree Haso and I loved the way he took the game on and was always accurate via hand and foot. He got some great handballs away in tight congestion. I was very impressed with his game last night I have to admit.

 

[Hollow Knight]

Just needs a bit more experience to adjust to the tempo of AFL footy and then he'll be off and running.

 

[Judge]

Just needs a bit more experience to adjust to the tempo of AFL footy and then he'll be off and running.

I thought exactly the same thing last night about the " tempo" thing, some good signs on the whole.

It will be interesting to see how early Vossy picks him, given that he won't experience that (much) faster tempo in the 2's.

 

[charles202]

I would imagine that Golby will be likely held out of games this week after that head knock, hopefully that means that Doc gets another start against the Pies.

Still in my round one team on the basis that after some experience he will move past some others in a hurry.

 

[chopperduck]

They seem to trust him with kick in duties so far, a pretty clear sign on what role they want him to play, and the fact that they intend on playing him.

 

[Harris Specter]

Very composed down back, did a couple of nice things. A very fluent and neat kicking action too.

A smoky for Round 1 selection?

 

[chopperduck]

Don't think he is a smokey. He has played (iirc) every game, and takes some of the kick in duties. No doubt in the round 1 team i think.

 

[Bert Man]

Do people think he will play round 1? IMO Yeo has pushed him out.

 

[chopperduck]

Will depend on team balance, but i think the coaches will be keen to get him games, even if it means the vest. I don't think Yeo and Doc are competing for the same spot. With Drummond gone, Hanley playing further up the field and Ash in the forward line, i think there is plenty of room for both.

 

[Dylan12]

Reserves Wrap: Round 4
April 16 2013

As expected, there were a number of standouts for the Lions with Sam Docherty listed as the team’s best.

“Sam played across half-back in the first half, but we put him on the ball after half-time,” Harding said.

“He was very, very good in the second half and got his hands on the footy a lot. It was definitely Sam’s best game for the year.”

 

[Dylan12]

The Doc is in
April 18, 2013
Sam Lord

Sam Docherty will make his long-awaited senior AFL debut this Sunday evening against North Melbourne at Etihad Stadium.

It’s been more than 12 months in the making for Docherty, who was selected by the Club in the opening round of the 2011 AFL National Draft (Pick No.12 overall).

Upon arriving in Brisbane, he underwent hip surgery which delayed the start of his first ever pre-season campaign. It meant that he probably didn’t reach peak form and fitness until late in the season.

The hard work seems to have paid off, with Docherty now set to become the 150th player since the merger to play in a senior match with the Lions. He will represent the Club wearing the celebrated Number 1 guernsey, which has previously been worn two of Fitzroy’s all-time greatest players – Kevin Murray and Paul Roos.

But Docherty will be hoping to create his own history in the famous guernsey – starting this Sunday against the Kangaroos.

Good luck on Sunday Sam...no doubt there will be a fair few car loads heading down the South Gippsland Highway to watch Phillip Island's favourite son make his AFL debut.

 

[Dylan12]

Docherty by the numbers

12,161st player to appear in VFL/AFL history

1,399th player to represent the Club (Fitzroy and Bears included)

150th player to represent the merged Brisbane Lions since 1997

32nd player in the Club’s combined history to wear the #1 in a senior match

 

[Bert Man]

The Doc is in
April 18, 2013
Sam Lord



Good luck on Sunday Sam...no doubt there will be a fair few car loads heading down the South Gippsland Highway to watch Phillip Island's favourite son make his AFL debut.

Indeed their will be. I've heard from several residents Phillip Island that a fair number will be heading up the South Gippsland Highway.

Congrats Sam. Looking forward to seeing he play for the greatest sporting club in the world with commitment, determination and most of all pride.

 

[BlackCaviar]

Good luck sammy ,hope the boys have a good win for your first game

 

[Jorgo]

Stoked to see him get a senior game. All the best Doc!

 

[LIONHART]

Does anyone know if paul roos will be covering the game for foxtel. if so, there is a great opportunity for him to present Doc with his jumper. If not roosy, it should be the other great man. What an honour either way, if he is as fraction as good as either of them, we have a star on our hands

 

[Dylan12]

if so, there is a great opportunity for him to present Doc with his jumper. If not roosy, it should be the other great man. What an honour either way, if he is as fraction as good as either of them, we have a star on our hands

Mitch Clark should be available or even fly Des Headland over.

Nah, I reckon Brad Boyd or Bulldog Murray would be worthy presenters too.

 

[Mr Ripper]

Mitch Clark should be available or even fly Des Headland over.

Nah, I reckon Brad Boyd or Bulldog Murray would be worthy presenters too.

Chooky Fowler.

 

[Dylan12]

Good form gets rewarded
April 20, 2013
Sam Lord

The Brisbane Lions have made some bold decisions at the selection table ahead of their Round 4 clash against North Melbourne at Etihad Stadium, opting to play two first-gamers – Sam Docherty and Marco Paparone.

While it’s generally quite uncommon for an established side to blood two debutants in the one match, Assistant Coach Adrian Fletcher told lions.com.au that Docherty and Paparone simply could longer be overlooked.

“One of our key selection philosophies is to give in-form players opportunities,” Fletcher said. “Sam and Marco have both been in terrific form, so we’re prepared to play them. It doesn’t matter when you came into the system.”

 

[Grimreepah]

He loves the one-two. Thought his handballing in congestion looked crisper than most. Suggests to me that he will end up in the midfield. Deserves a pat on the back for a very good first up game in a badly beaten side.

 

[Dylan12]

Draftees do their part
April 22, 2013
Sam Lord

Fellow debutant Docherty was also busy with 20 disposals and five rebound 50s – the second most of any player in the team.

 

[cotter101]

http://www.afl.com.au/news/2013-05-17/rival-clubs-circle-uncontracted-lion-cubs

South Australian Jared Polec and Victorian trio Sam Docherty, Billy Longer and Patrick Karnezis are out of contract at the end of this season and have attracted the interest of clubs in their home states.

List manager Rob Kerr told AFL.com.au they are required players and "part of our future planning."

 

[Dylan12]

 

[blynd_freddie]

Sam on SEN earlier this moning

Comeback Lions win all a blur to Docherty - http://www.sen.com.au/display-article/Comeback-Lions-win-all-a-blur-to-Docherty/60062

“I had to re-watch the last two minutes last night when I got home I couldn’t remember it,” the 19-year old said on Monday morning.
“I remember Zorko taking the kick Bungy (Ash McGrath) taking the mark half a second before the siren went. It was a bit surreal, fairytale finish for Ash in his 200th which was good.
“He just told us to back in our fitness. All he asked us at three-quarter time was to run, the boys had a crack and we willed ourselves over the line really, that was about it.