News Warnock touted for finals debut

[iRemember87]

CARLTON development coach and Northern Bullants coach David Teague has suggested ruckman Robbie Warnock could play a part in the Blues finals campaign despite being yet to play a senior game for the club.

The former Docker, who was traded for picks 24 and 56 last season, played his second game for the Bullants on Sunday in the VFL, impressing with 18 hit outs, three clearances and seven disposals.

“By that stage (finals) it will be six home-and-away games,” Teague said.
“If they are planning on him playing 50 per cent and swapping on the bench then his fitness should be no problem at all.”

“He obviously took a good step forward this week.”

Warnock has been beset by injury after having pre-season shoulder and ankle surgery, he had also been placed on the long-term injury list.

Teague said he was content with Warnock’s output.

“He (Warnock) got in amongst it; he got his hands on the ball in the ruck contest. It’s going to take him a few weeks to get back into the hustle and bustle but we increased his game time.”

Warnock’s presence in the finals would allow Matthew Kreuzer to play more time forward.

http://www.footballnation.com.au/afl-issues/warnock-touted-for-finals-debut/

 

[Juddys_navy_blues]

Would be great if he could play seniors, would really add to our team and would allow Kruezer to play forward.

 

[Juddys_navy_blues]

Touch and go Warnock making it back before finals.
If we can't get a couple of good games into him prior to finals, risk is not worth taking.

If he is 100% then im all for playing him, but i do agree with you that if he isnt its not worth the risk.

 

[Tanks_Alot]

I wish these Warnock articles would go away TBH. If the guy ever ends up reading them all, he might feel pressured to perform and that might sidetrack his mind on the field. It could also make him push himself too hard and cause another injury.

If we're gonna have some impact over the next few years I think we should always hope for the best but plan for the worst. Let's not rely on Warnock too much.

 

[Juddys_navy_blues]

I wish these Warnock articles would go away TBH. If the guy ever ends up reading them all, he might feel pressured to perform and that might sidetrack his mind on the field. It could also make him push himself too hard and cause another injury.

If we're gonna have some impact over the next few years I think we should always hope for the best but plan for the worst. Let's not rely on Warnock too much.

Why did we trade for him then?

 

[CrippsonBlue]

While some supporters suggest we should keep the lid on our expectations at the moment of him, it really is hard not to get excited at the prospect of Warnock playing seniors.

Just his height alone is enough to make you foam at the mouth, but then when you consider it'll mean Kreuzer can be played up forward more...

If he can make a return in Round 21 then that would be the perfect scenario. If it were in Round 22, then it is pretty risky.

The outcome of that match could be very important, and to change our team structure somewhat a week before finals might not be the best move. Winning form is great form also, so again is changing things in our last chance to win before finals the best move...

Who knows.

 

[C4[2]Yo`DooR]

Sounds good

 

[thylacine60]

Article just adds confusion. Teague didn't describe his game as "really good".

 

[blue gunslinger]

I don't think the club would risk such an unknown in a finals match. If he went down after a heavy hit in the 1st qtr the game - a final maybe lost due to man power. Too risky I think. Go with what you know.
Saying that if he works hard enough for the Ants and can get into the Blues before the finals we shall see but it is a very tall ask for a big man with his game style. Different for the big hustle and bustle of ruckmen eg at St Kilda Geelong.
I think Teague is talking to get his name in the paper a bit.

 

[blues4flag]

I'd love to see him come in and play a half against the Demons provided he gets through okay the next two weeks in the Ants and gets his running game going. Would have had a month of football under his belt by then.

 

[CUG81]

dont like idea of playing someone who isnt 100% fit and hasnt played a game in AFL all season come finals time.

they keep on syaing kreuzer needs to go forward, but the reality is that he is really the only good ruckman we have. Hampson does ok, but still is way off and having a half fit Warnock who hasnt played all year just doesnt cut it come finals.

 

[Bluebear]

dont like idea of playing someone who isnt 100% fit and hasnt played a game in AFL all season come finals time.

they keep on syaing kreuzer needs to go forward, but the reality is that he is really the only good ruckman we have. Hampson does ok, but still is way off and having a half fit Warnock who hasnt played all year just doesnt cut it come finals.

Clark Keating?

Did cut it.....and cut it well.

Ideally bring him in vs Dees and give him a run into the finals.

 

[Will.B.Worth.Da.Waite]

Would be great if he could play seniors, would really add to our team and would allow Kruezer to play forward.

Lol talk about deja vu. Pretty sure I read that in the article

 

[HBF]

If he wants to see any finals action, I suggest he would need at least 2 games back with the senior team before we play finals. This will give him another 2 games with the Ants, and enough time for us to get used to him being in the team, and then getting the structures and game plan right.

Teague is right about one thing though - playing Kreuzer in the F50 for a greater part of the game would be very very handy for us.

 

[Beloved]

Bring him in for a run against Melbourne, I say.

 

[Gezza125]

Assuming he is fit and plays 3- 4 games in the Ants getting better and slightly more game time each week... I would ask for reasons why he would not play rather than whether he should.

So round 21 here we come big fella.

He's a footballer not a spectator after all.

 

[Azul]

they keep on syaing kreuzer needs to go forward, but the reality is that he is really the only good ruckman we have. Hampson does ok, but still is way off and having a half fit Warnock who hasnt played all year just doesnt cut it come finals.

How about the forgotten Sam Jacobs? I think he'd win more centre bounces and boundary throw-ins for us. As a nominated rookie we can play him any time.

 

[Navy-Blood25]

If robbie warnock plays for us this year i reckon it would bring an x-factor vefore the finals commence, it would be awesome seeing big robbie in the ruck and matty kruezer down in the forward line, it will be good for the team.

 

[blue gunslinger]

X factor - better get one of those wrestling masks for him

 

[C4[2]Yo`DooR]

If Warnocks manages to make it out onto the park in time for the finals - I'll organise a stag night - comprising of alcohol, easy women, strippers and music for the Carlton people of BigFooty













PS - You have to be over 18 to attend.

 

[Gezza125]

If Warnocks manages to make it out onto the park in time for the finals - I'll organise a stag night - comprising of alcohol, easy women, strippers and music for the Carlton people of BigFooty

Thanks dude, shall make a note of that...

 

[Juddys_navy_blues]

If Warnocks manages to make it out onto the park in time for the finals - I'll organise a stag night - comprising of alcohol, easy women, strippers and music for the Carlton people of BigFooty













PS - You have to be over 18 to attend.

Will bookmark this c4

 

[C4[2]Yo`DooR]

.. any further word on Warnock? lol


... and my party?

 

[Mister Carlton]

I'm using my fake ID...

 

[thylacine60]

I'm using my fake ID...

You can't. I am.