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With Joseph struggling, would he be a consideration?
Do we have another elevation up our sleeve this year?
I haven't seen much of him but sounds like he is coming along nicely.
What are his skills like?
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Do we have another elevation up our sleeve this year?
I haven't seen much of him but sounds like he is coming along nicely.
What are his skills like?
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I hope this player gets a game drop Joseph just gave a goal away now.This better not be the spark for Essendon.
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Will Quadzilla debut next year?
Our list appears pretty well sorted for small, medium and third tall defenders who rebound.
Plus we recruited Laidler.
Given Tuohy's background in Gaelic footy, I expect him to struggle in one on ones where he has to defend the high ball. Would be a fillip if he can step up next year and play as a rebounding defender. Better kick than Armfield and Davies, but powerful and quick.
Our list appears pretty well sorted for small, medium and third tall defenders who rebound.
Plus we recruited Laidler.
Given Tuohy's background in Gaelic footy, I expect him to struggle in one on ones where he has to defend the high ball. Would be a fillip if he can step up next year and play as a rebounding defender. Better kick than Armfield and Davies, but powerful and quick.
Will be great to see him in the NAB cup and practise matches...he could surprise us and perform exceptionally then back it up in the VFL and earn a spot. Will we still have 2 rookie spots available?
IF ROK gets rookied it would just add to the competition for the 2 spots
IF ROK gets rookied it would just add to the competition for the 2 spots
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He will defiantly get a spot in our 22 during the NAB cup and practices. Played some consistent football all year in the VFL, hard to believe he only just started playing AFL this year. Brilliant foot skills and great dash from defense!
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Happy 21st birthday for yesterday Zach, hope that knee is right to go soon 
Wow, I thought he was older than that. Happy Birthday Zac and wishing you a speedy recovery
I'm proud to have Zach Tuohy as my Buddy for this coming year.
Zach has had a baptism of fire with his introduction into the AFL, but is faring very well, all considered.
The last half of his year with the Ants was more than promising, using his strength and smarts to power out of the backline.
Zach is happy to put his increasingly taut body on the line in any contest and if opportunity arises for him at senior level this year, he is the type of individual that won't disappoint.
If by chance you read this Zach, I ask you to set up an account here and private message me details about yourself as this will make my job easier and a lot more enjoyable for those that would like a little more insight into you, and your background.
Viva La Zach
Zach has had a baptism of fire with his introduction into the AFL, but is faring very well, all considered.
The last half of his year with the Ants was more than promising, using his strength and smarts to power out of the backline.
Zach is happy to put his increasingly taut body on the line in any contest and if opportunity arises for him at senior level this year, he is the type of individual that won't disappoint.
If by chance you read this Zach, I ask you to set up an account here and private message me details about yourself as this will make my job easier and a lot more enjoyable for those that would like a little more insight into you, and your background.
Viva La Zach
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First training session of 2011.
Bringing down Hampson with the help of Watson.
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My smokey for a backline spot in 2011.
Legspeed and agility gives him an advantage over O'keeffe.
Stiff to not have kicked two running goals from 40 to 50 in one of the VFL finals after taking them on and using his pace.
Similar efforts to his goal in the Youtube video on the first page.
Incredible transformation from a Gaelic Football player to VFL finals player in the space of 12 months.
Legspeed and agility gives him an advantage over O'keeffe.
Stiff to not have kicked two running goals from 40 to 50 in one of the VFL finals after taking them on and using his pace.
Similar efforts to his goal in the Youtube video on the first page.
Incredible transformation from a Gaelic Football player to VFL finals player in the space of 12 months.
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Can't wait to see how Zach progresses in 2011.
From what I saw of him in 2010, he's got everything needed to make it in the AFL, but as is to be expected, has a fair way to go.
Watched him a few times in 2010 but only once live which happened to be the Grand Final. Can't help but be impressed by his physique, his skills with the ball and his ability to run and carry out of the backline. However, from what I saw he really needs to work on his defensive skills. Just hasn't quite grasped the defensive nature of the game and his role in particular.
I'm sure he and the coaching staff are putting significant time into improving Zach, so here's hoping he takes everything on board and continues improvement.
If he continues to improve at the rate with which he did in 2010, I've got no doubt he'll be playing senior footy eventually.
I don't think he'll play senior footy in 2011, but Zach is certainly one to look out for next season and beyond.
From what I saw of him in 2010, he's got everything needed to make it in the AFL, but as is to be expected, has a fair way to go.
Watched him a few times in 2010 but only once live which happened to be the Grand Final. Can't help but be impressed by his physique, his skills with the ball and his ability to run and carry out of the backline. However, from what I saw he really needs to work on his defensive skills. Just hasn't quite grasped the defensive nature of the game and his role in particular.
I'm sure he and the coaching staff are putting significant time into improving Zach, so here's hoping he takes everything on board and continues improvement.
If he continues to improve at the rate with which he did in 2010, I've got no doubt he'll be playing senior footy eventually.
I don't think he'll play senior footy in 2011, but Zach is certainly one to look out for next season and beyond.
You're more likely right than wrong, but there is a swell of optimism around Tuohy giving the MC something to think about this year.
Having only viewed one training session this year, his power was on display.
The kid keeps his feet and still makes ground with several defenders hanging off him.
I had to look twice to make sure it wasn't Judd I was watching
You're more likely right than wrong, but there is a swell of optimism around Tuohy giving the MC something to think about this year.
Having only viewed one training session this year, his power was on display.
The kid keeps his feet and still makes ground with several defenders hanging off him.
I had to look twice to make sure it wasn't Judd I was watching
He certainly seems a great prospect but I would like to give him another year to learn the game and refine his skills and decision making. Knowing where to run is the key to a player new to the game and rushing him into senior football probably isn't the best thing.
With that said some of his performances in the VFL last year were quite good so if he manages to take his game to the next level he may well be deserving of a game.
There are also numerous players vying for the same role and are probably ready for senior football more than Zac. I'm looking forward to seeing him in the intra club game and who he matches up on. That should be a good indication of where he is at depending on how serous they take it.
Just pumping my boy up a little.
You are correct again in as far as for the competition he has for a back spot that may only carry one more.
Laidler, Duigan, Lucas, Scotland, Davies and possibly even Thornton and O'Keefe may have a little to say about all that.
Just pumping my boy up a little.
You are correct again in as far as for the competition he has for a back spot that may only carry one more.
Laidler, Duigan, Lucas, Scotland, Davies and possibly even Thornton and O'Keefe may have a little to say about all that.
You're doing a fine job of it!
You can add Twomey to that list as well. The scary part is that you haven't even included Armfield and Russell (who both may play in the midfield at times), which makes it even tougher for Zac.
He has time on his side though that's for sure.
Zach is continuing to impress at training.
Skills look to have improved from last year and the intent seems stronger than ever.
Have a feeling this kid is not so keen on the "go home" factor.
The boys at Carlton really seem to like Tuohy as there is no shortage of encouragement coming forth from our more seasoned players.
Very few smiles from Tuohy on the track as I feel he has larger issues at hand: Trying to make the senior side.
Skills look to have improved from last year and the intent seems stronger than ever.
Have a feeling this kid is not so keen on the "go home" factor.
The boys at Carlton really seem to like Tuohy as there is no shortage of encouragement coming forth from our more seasoned players.
Very few smiles from Tuohy on the track as I feel he has larger issues at hand: Trying to make the senior side.
Re. Intra-Club match 29.01.11
The qualities that Zach exudes on the training track came through in this first hit-out of the year.
No fear in this kid and takes his game very seriously out there and prepared to take it on at all costs, with usually worthy results.
I may have mentioned his core strength previously, but I am surpised for one so young to be so strong.
If a situation comes about that he earns a regaular game in our team, I doubt we will be disappointed.
The qualities that Zach exudes on the training track came through in this first hit-out of the year.
No fear in this kid and takes his game very seriously out there and prepared to take it on at all costs, with usually worthy results.
I may have mentioned his core strength previously, but I am surpised for one so young to be so strong.
If a situation comes about that he earns a regaular game in our team, I doubt we will be disappointed.
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I was super impressed with Zach on Saturday. He should get a taste of it at some point this year but he IMO needs another year to get his footy smarts up and that only happens with him playing games.
Don't get me wrong he is close, very close but I feel another year in the VFL would do him good. If he bangs down the door for selection then so be it.
This kid is very impressive though.
Don't get me wrong he is close, very close but I feel another year in the VFL would do him good. If he bangs down the door for selection then so be it.
This kid is very impressive though.
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Looked overawed a bit last night.
It was a 50/50 showing for the short amount of time to take anything out of his performance.
Tuohy still showing enough hardness at the ball to have him in the mix for now.
"Rookie-listed Zach Tuohy showed plenty of dash off a wing and half-back"
The above was written up in summary from Saturday's game against GWS.
From all I've seen of Zach so far, he will not be too far away from getting a shot in the Big League.
Sadly though, we may need a couple of defenders to go down first before such an opportunity arises this year.
If only Zach was a Full Forward his chances may have been somewhat better off than a HBF'er with the CFC for now.
The above was written up in summary from Saturday's game against GWS.
From all I've seen of Zach so far, he will not be too far away from getting a shot in the Big League.
Sadly though, we may need a couple of defenders to go down first before such an opportunity arises this year.
If only Zach was a Full Forward his chances may have been somewhat better off than a HBF'er with the CFC for now.
Nice shot of Zach here at training.
50/50 as to whether he gets a game this Friday against Adelaide.
If so, I'd suggest that the Coaches may well be having a serious look at him.