I would disagree there. Has really stepped up this year. In the past would avoid pressure and contact but starting to see a different side to him. He has a lot of upside and is still growing, only just starting to put on some muscle too.
Swan Districts M V Ave GLuke Cotellessa (SD) 2 20 10.00 -Liam Hrarbar (SD) 1 5 5.00 -Otis Harvey (SD) 5 24 4.80 2Ned Reiger (SD) 3 11 3.67 1Cody Ryan (SD) 4 13 3.25 2Colby McDonald (SD) 5 15 3.00 8Chayse Martinson (SD) 2 6 3.00 -Jessie Hollins (SD) 5 13 2.60 7Harrison Creighton (SD) 5 10 2.00 4Elijah Huddlestone (SD) 4 8 2.00 -Cody Morgani+ (SD) 2 4 2.00 -Finn Taylor+ (SD) 4 7 1.75 -Lucas Andrews (SD) 5 7 1.40 -Harry Jones (SD) 5 7 1.40 -Adam Sandrini (SD) 5 6 1.20 8Leon Kickett (SD) 4 3 0.75 2Zaid Buckland+ (SD) 2 1 0.50 -Blake Bombadieri+ (SD) 4 1 0.25 -
Based on current form, Cotellessa and Pauline should have been straight into that State squad. More likely based on height and DOB.
Mate, I've had to accept that players that are 170-177cm are usually overlooked by recruiters.
Not sure about Pauline’s height but Cotellessa is 184cm and 80+kg not small by any stretch
Certainly not too small. He should be in the WA squad based on any criteria. He's not too small and he's not vanilla (I hate that modern term). In fact he's got x-factor and a great ability to extract the ball from congestion and find time and space.
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As mentioned before there are normally good reasons why players aren't included in these squads when perhaps we keen footy watchers think they should be. More often than not there is quite simply no interest from recruiters, that being said it doesn't mean they wouldn't be able to contribute for WA in the National carnival. I am probably not as bullish on Cotellessa as perhaps others are however what I would say is that it is going to be extremely hard getting drafted as a pure midfielder in this years draft. The amount of high calibre midfield talent coming out of Victoria this year is going to make it very tough. There are only so many midfielders that can get drafted.
Wonder which players will be selected for the U/21's - from EF Cleaver, Hagan, Zadow, Cripps and Sanchez might get a look in, especially the first 2. From SF, Ferreria and O'Hehir have done well in the league. No doubt plenty more in the mix, be interested to see what others think may be considered.
I'm wondering about Bailey.Banfield (CL). I think he is the best player in the colts comp. But technically they could pick him in both squads.
You seem to be a player who has been in the system? Why not say who you are. Nothing to lose man. I like that you speak your mind about players whether I agree or not. I have a feeling I know but will wait for you to say.
Ok if you say so mate. I'll always support your right to make strong opinions and I hope you keep doing so.
How could you know that information? Would have to be heavily involved at WAFL Club
My understanding is that in order for a 19 year old to be picked in the state 18's the state academy has to apply to the AFL and the player must meet certain criteria. Some examples of this would be a developing tall, the player sustained a long term injury during their 18's year or he has not been part of the pathway due to playing another sport etc. Don't think Banfield would meet any criteria to be selected.
You could be right about that. In fact I'm sure you are.
Yes, the Claremont players do know how to hit targets.
Let’s hope Will York gets as big as Bo Allan and Blake Kelly should turn out pretty good
Developing nicely cool under pressure can’t wait for his draft year ! Should be a good size by then …
