Who is your favourite to win the Rising Star award?

[TheUnicorn]

Way too early.

 

[HairyO]

Way too early.

The media has already made up their mind. As have the bookies.

 

[blitzer]

Its still pretty early in the season but my top 5 would be:
Nic Martin, Newcombe, Daicos, Bowey and Chapman.
JHF & Rachele still in consideration but won't be consistent enough in their roles to win it I'd say.

I voted for Nic Martin (averaging 22 touches and 1.4 goals per game) plus his first game was super memorable being 27 touches and 5 goals. His knack for finding the goals really sets him apart from the other rising star contenders (other than Rachele who is more your true small forward).
I think maybe Newcombe might be the one though. He's just about the Hawks best midfielder now and if he solidifies that status by years end I reckon he'll win it.

Daicos was the early season favourite and he hasn't done anything to really hurt his chances but whilst he's been phenomenal for a first year player I think he probably needs a real eye catching performance or 2 to reinforce the early headlines.

Nothing bad to say about Bowey and Chapman but I think they've got much easier roles playing in the 2 top teams so far with lots of support. So I guess I just find that a bit less impressive personally.

 

[Corn Cobbers]

Its still pretty early in the season but my top 5 would be:
Nic Martin, Newcombe, Daicos, Bowey and Chapman.
JHF & Rachele still in consideration but won't be consistent enough in their roles to win it I'd say.

I voted for Nic Martin (averaging 22 touches and 1.4 goals per game) plus his first game was super memorable being 27 touches and 5 goals. His knack for finding the goals really sets him apart from the other rising star contenders (other than Rachele who is more your true small forward).
I think maybe Newcombe might be the one though. He's just about the Hawks best midfielder now and if he solidifies that status by years end I reckon he'll win it.

Daicos was the early season favourite and he hasn't done anything to really hurt his chances but whilst he's been phenomenal for a first year player I think he probably needs a real eye catching performance or 2 to reinforce the early headlines.

Nothing bad to say about Bowey and Chapman but I think they've got much easier roles playing in the 2 top teams so far with lots of support. So I guess I just find that a bit less impressive personally.

Agreed, Martin and Newcombe well ahead of Daicos so far. Daicos paying $2! He's been terrific but the other two are doing a lot more damage.

 

[The Bomb]

Martin is as good on his left as his right leg, is the best kick at Essendon, Mercuri good. Can't believe how he was missed with his class and skill.

 

[Foxman98]

Bowey by far

 

[Elmer_Judd]

Josh Gibcus (but he won't but he should)

 

[Foxman98]

Josh Gibcus (but he won't but he should)

Jake Bowey is doing more in a better team

 

[Blackhawk42]

I'd like to preface this by saying I really like Bowey.

However, he's currently doing a decent job as a rebounding defender with neat skills, backed by the best team mates in the competition.

Newcombe and Martin are playing excellent football, doing a lot of the heavy lifting in bottom 6 teams and lead Bowey in most statistical categories other than overall victories.

I can't see him winning it personally. It's currently Martin, Newcombe and Daicos as the top 3.

 

[00Stinger]

I'd like to preface this by saying I really like Bowey.

However, he's currently doing a decent job as a rebounding defender with neat skills, backed by the best team mates in the competition.

Newcombe and Martin are playing excellent football, doing a lot of the heavy lifting in bottom 6 teams and lead Bowey in most statistical categories other than overall victories.

I can't see him winning it personally. It's currently Martin, Newcombe and Daicos as the top 3.

I don't think Bowey will win it as he is a half back flanker

It's a fair argument to say that it is easier to play well in a good team. But I guess the flip side is it is a lot harder to get a game and keep your spot in a top team

I like Newcombe, but he just needs to fix up his ball use a bit more in what I have seen of him. But his willingness to win the contest is awesome.

Daicos gets a lot of the ball and looks all class but as it stands right now you can't go passed Martin. 22 touches and 1.5 goals per game is super impressive for as kid

 

[Elmer_Judd]

Rachele has fallen off after a fast start to the season.

 

[A Cut Above]

If it goes to anyone other than Jai Newcome you know the award is rigged and the sport is a joke. He is the clear standout at this stage and probably in line for Cleo Batchelor of the Year and quite possibly a future Melbourne Lord Mayor appointment as well.

 

[Dewyyyyy]

Newcombe.

 

[WillHayward]

Thread needs more Ollie Henry. Played 10 games in 2021. Is that 1 too many?

 

[Roger Rogerson]

Thread needs more Ollie Henry. Played 10 games in 2021. Is that 1 too many?

He is a star.

First look at daicos live today. Death by 1000 cuts.

 

[BEEG]

Surely the 2s on offer for Daicos to win the medal is almost overs.

 

[Corn Cobbers]

Surely the 2s on offer for Daicos to win the medal is almost overs.

It feels like he'll run away with it from here

 

[The Royal Sampler]

Surely the 2s on offer for Daicos to win the medal is almost overs.

$1.35 now. Hope you got on!

EDIT: Make that $1.30.
EDIT: Make that $1.18.