I was there, and it was an extremely dissapointing game by all accounts. No real heart, no real confidence, and no real guts. Only a few players stood out...
Player of the Year
5. Hart - Gave contests, disposed very well, and was a shining light for our woeful side. Great to have him back.
4. McGregor - Pretty much dominated Rocca. Kept tight on his opponent and played an important part in our game.
3. Hentschel - Played one of his best games for the season. Disposed well, contested well and took some very good marks.
2. McLeod - Our best midfielder last night, showed some of his natural brilliance. However, his delivery into the forward line was not too good. Still managed 2 goals though.
1. Riccuito - Not his best game for the season, but still managed a bit of the ball. His disposal was alright, but seemed to lack aggression. Still far from disgraced.
Best Team Man
3. McGregor - see above.
2. Basset - Actually did quite well on Tarrant until he did his ankle. Pretty impressive, and a solid team effort.
1. Hudson - Received little game time but still gave his all. I believe he was actually better than Clarke in the ruck at stages of the game.
Rookie of the Year
Bock - One of his best games. Went hard at the ball and kicked a goal as well (nearly got two). His disposal was not the best under pressure but he certainly tried hard.
Just a thought, I noticed that none of my votes went to the forwards. DISGACEFUL effort by our forwards, and one of the reasons was because our delivery was also terrible.
And Scotty Welsh, pull your finger out, because you went at the ball like a fairy. You could so much better than that.