Yep, great to see him crack in today. Couple of big contests in particular in the middle against Stanley. Certainly was a bit timid in previous years but has got some much needed physicality in his game this year.
List Mgmt. Welcome to West Coast: Jarrod Brander [Off to GWS]
I feel for the kid.
He's a key position player and like Allen in previous years, is being played out of position for the need of the team. He's not the first and won't be the last in that regard, but that's still not an easy feat.
I thought he was one of the few who gave 110% on the weekend. Don't understand the criticism by some of his game on Saturday. He showed heart.
He's a key position player and like Allen in previous years, is being played out of position for the need of the team. He's not the first and won't be the last in that regard, but that's still not an easy feat.
I thought he was one of the few who gave 110% on the weekend. Don't understand the criticism by some of his game on Saturday. He showed heart.
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I'm pleased to see Brander actually being given a shot, and performing to an acceptable standard, but it's baby steps.
We drafted who we considered the best or second best tall in the draft (I recall an interview with maybe Woodhouse who said they had him rated ~5), and at the moment he's a defensively minded wing who gets a medium-low amount of ball and basically doesn't * up, without being particularly damaging.
We drafted who we considered the best or second best tall in the draft (I recall an interview with maybe Woodhouse who said they had him rated ~5), and at the moment he's a defensively minded wing who gets a medium-low amount of ball and basically doesn't * up, without being particularly damaging.
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Has Brander played in an away win?
Has he played in any decent away effort?
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I thought he was pretty good on Sunday. Has 3 goals as a mid which is a start.
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Saints last year was decent I'd say.
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Look forward to seeing him play forward one day. With his athleticism and new found contested game plus the new rules advantaging forwards, he could be very very good. But I am enjoying watching him play up the ground at the moment. Bloody good kick he is. Will be a very good forward line with him and Oscar.
Not only does he not get out marked, he's marking was really good today. Mixing inside 50 very good too. Some were "easy" but plenty of players try to complicate things and don't take the easy option all the time.
Things are looking very promising. Not everyone can come onto the scene like Oscar Allen.
Confident now that he'll make it.
Confident now that he'll make it.
Listened to ABC commentary on the drive home today & Boomer Harvey gave Brander a big thumbs up. Mentioned as well as what he was doing with the ball it was his off the ball work in creating a bit of space for teammates that was very impressive.
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I was skeptical the coaches could turn him into a midfielder, but I'll be damned, the maniacs have actually pulled it off. When Yeo comes back we'll now have two mids who can take contested marks around the ground, and that's gold.
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Not sure he'll ever be a key forward but I think a tall wingman is the perfect role for him. Allows us to have some marking prowess around the ground.
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On the AFL site 9 things we learned this round.
4. Brander deserves a new deal after six-week burst
In the space of six games, versatile Eagle Jarrod Brander has gone from a fringe player without a clear role at AFL level to now be an influential member of Adam Simpson's best 22. The 196cm Brander is underrated and deserves acknowledgement for the way he has taken his opportunity this season. He is growing in confidence by the week and on Sunday against Hawthorn he had seven inside 50s (behind only Tim Kelly and Andrew Gaff), using the ball well with 19 disposals as a key link-up player through the midfield and drifting forward. His exceptional running power for a big man is highlighted by his ability to also push back and intercept, with Simpson now spoilt for choices with how to use the 22-year-old. Yet to announce a contract extension beyond this season, his signature should be high on the priority list now for the Eagles' list management team. - Nathan Schmook
4. Brander deserves a new deal after six-week burst
In the space of six games, versatile Eagle Jarrod Brander has gone from a fringe player without a clear role at AFL level to now be an influential member of Adam Simpson's best 22. The 196cm Brander is underrated and deserves acknowledgement for the way he has taken his opportunity this season. He is growing in confidence by the week and on Sunday against Hawthorn he had seven inside 50s (behind only Tim Kelly and Andrew Gaff), using the ball well with 19 disposals as a key link-up player through the midfield and drifting forward. His exceptional running power for a big man is highlighted by his ability to also push back and intercept, with Simpson now spoilt for choices with how to use the 22-year-old. Yet to announce a contract extension beyond this season, his signature should be high on the priority list now for the Eagles' list management team. - Nathan Schmook
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Going to be hard to dislodge off the wing for the rest of the season now
he’a not going to be an AA midfielder - but at present he’s a mile ahead of XON and Ainsworth as our depth
he’a not going to be an AA midfielder - but at present he’s a mile ahead of XON and Ainsworth as our depth
Best game i've seen from him. Did everything right and played his role to perfection.
With a full list to choose from he could be a very unlucky player late in the season as an out but is definitely a very large part of our future if he keeps this up.
With a full list to choose from he could be a very unlucky player late in the season as an out but is definitely a very large part of our future if he keeps this up.
No way will he lose his spot, I think he's now a lock in our best 22.
West coast have spent a few years training him to play a specific midfield role (basically a modern day andrew embley, combining height and marking ability with a big tank and good hands on the deck) and he's starting to repay the investment handsomely. He also exactly the player you want in a finals team because he's so versatile and can fill so many different roles if a key player goes down.
I would say he's in our best 22 midfield rotation, either starting on the wing opposite Gaff, or first midfielder on the interchange.
Need to sign this guy up ASAP. No doubt there’ll be plenty of clubs with a shortage of KPPs and plenty of spare cash in their cap that are prepared to offer very good money and a long term deal.
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