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Four new faces who are yet to debut
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"Three young Saints have earned their AFL debuts already in 2019.
But that number could grow significantly by the end of the season, with a budding young contingent waiting for their opportunity to break into the senior side.
Max King arguably shapes as the most exciting prospect.
An imposing presence through his 202cm frame, the 18-year-old has made the forward 50 his own after a successful recovery from his well-documented ACL injury.
WATCH: VFL Round 7 - Max King highlights
While King’s 10 majors from four VFL games has stamped his impressive return, it’s been his aerial work and contested marking which has served as his defining trait.
Six marks and a complementary four-goal bag against Essendon showed just what the pick No. 4 is capable of, with his influence and output growing with each passing week.
And if the inheritance of the esteemed No. 12 guernsey is any indication of his potential, the 18-year-old could be set for a long and prosperous career in the red, white and black.
In a number far less iconic is Doulton Langlands.
Although his No. 46 has been surrounded in obscurity since it first appeared in 1943, the rookie-listed Saint has the capability to make the guernsey a regular feature for St Kilda.
A hamstring injury curtailed Langlands’ pre-season and chances of an early call-up, but since returning from concussion last month – in which he missed two games – has utilised his midfield flair to great effect.
Exhibiting bullish inside work and strong running patterns along the wings, the big-bodied mid’s balance around the contest has caught the eye for Sandringham.
Yet it’s Langlands’ explosive pace and ability to burst from stoppages that make up the most damaging attributes.
And it’s something which would go greatly appreciated for the Saints, particularly given the absence of Jack Steven.
But if there’s one player to rival Langlands’ leg-speed, it’s Nick Hind.
The line-breaking half-back has been a consistent and influential contributor across his seven games for Sandringham.
The mature-age recruit was picked up by the Saints after two-and-a-half seasons with Essendon’s VFL side, and after trading out his sash for some stripes, it didn’t take long for him to impress.
A 41-disposal haul against Box Hill showcased Hind at his absolute best, with the performance thrusting him into the selection equation after just two games in the VFL.
While a senior debut hasn’t yet eventuated, Hind’s current form – which sees him average 24 disposals per game – coupled with the loss of Jarryn Geary could see him to speed into St Kilda’s best 22.
He’s not the only defender firming for a senior spot, with Oscar Clavarino building nicely towards a potential debut.
The emerging backman was looking highly promising during the pre-season, before a high ankle sydesmosis strain sustained in February’s intra-club match halted his run.
Now back for the Zebras and filling the key defensive posts, Clavarino continues to develop his game, fast-tracked by his natural football nous.
Much like his future counterpart in King, Clavarino’s marking serves as his most distinctive characteristic, with his aerial contest work a prominent feature of his game.
An eight-mark display against the Northern Blues hinted at the agile defender’s potential and showed there’s plenty more for the 20-year-old to give.
Able to read the play to great effect and balancing it out with his sound decision-making, Clavarino is ticking all the boxes as he hunts for his maiden appearance in St Kilda colours.
While all four are yet to make their senior debut, their time in the red, white and black is just around the corner.
The next generation lies in waiting."
I can't wait.
"Three young Saints have earned their AFL debuts already in 2019.
But that number could grow significantly by the end of the season, with a budding young contingent waiting for their opportunity to break into the senior side.
Max King arguably shapes as the most exciting prospect.
An imposing presence through his 202cm frame, the 18-year-old has made the forward 50 his own after a successful recovery from his well-documented ACL injury.
WATCH: VFL Round 7 - Max King highlights
While King’s 10 majors from four VFL games has stamped his impressive return, it’s been his aerial work and contested marking which has served as his defining trait.
Six marks and a complementary four-goal bag against Essendon showed just what the pick No. 4 is capable of, with his influence and output growing with each passing week.
And if the inheritance of the esteemed No. 12 guernsey is any indication of his potential, the 18-year-old could be set for a long and prosperous career in the red, white and black.
In a number far less iconic is Doulton Langlands.
Although his No. 46 has been surrounded in obscurity since it first appeared in 1943, the rookie-listed Saint has the capability to make the guernsey a regular feature for St Kilda.
A hamstring injury curtailed Langlands’ pre-season and chances of an early call-up, but since returning from concussion last month – in which he missed two games – has utilised his midfield flair to great effect.
Exhibiting bullish inside work and strong running patterns along the wings, the big-bodied mid’s balance around the contest has caught the eye for Sandringham.
Yet it’s Langlands’ explosive pace and ability to burst from stoppages that make up the most damaging attributes.
And it’s something which would go greatly appreciated for the Saints, particularly given the absence of Jack Steven.
But if there’s one player to rival Langlands’ leg-speed, it’s Nick Hind.
The line-breaking half-back has been a consistent and influential contributor across his seven games for Sandringham.
The mature-age recruit was picked up by the Saints after two-and-a-half seasons with Essendon’s VFL side, and after trading out his sash for some stripes, it didn’t take long for him to impress.
A 41-disposal haul against Box Hill showcased Hind at his absolute best, with the performance thrusting him into the selection equation after just two games in the VFL.
While a senior debut hasn’t yet eventuated, Hind’s current form – which sees him average 24 disposals per game – coupled with the loss of Jarryn Geary could see him to speed into St Kilda’s best 22.
He’s not the only defender firming for a senior spot, with Oscar Clavarino building nicely towards a potential debut.
The emerging backman was looking highly promising during the pre-season, before a high ankle sydesmosis strain sustained in February’s intra-club match halted his run.
Now back for the Zebras and filling the key defensive posts, Clavarino continues to develop his game, fast-tracked by his natural football nous.
Much like his future counterpart in King, Clavarino’s marking serves as his most distinctive characteristic, with his aerial contest work a prominent feature of his game.
An eight-mark display against the Northern Blues hinted at the agile defender’s potential and showed there’s plenty more for the 20-year-old to give.
Able to read the play to great effect and balancing it out with his sound decision-making, Clavarino is ticking all the boxes as he hunts for his maiden appearance in St Kilda colours.
While all four are yet to make their senior debut, their time in the red, white and black is just around the corner.
The next generation lies in waiting."
I can't wait.
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Re: Four new faces who are yet to debut
Like the look of all of those kids...
Especially looking forward to Langlands who I've had raps on for a while.
Be nice to see Oscar get a decent run at it... don't think he's ready to hold down the role yet but be nice to start giving him runs of 3-4 games here and there to get a feel for it.
Kingy makes me nervous tbh...
By far the most exciting prospect we've had for a while but I've really bought into the injury, fragile thing.
Would only want this kid to play if he's 100% ready and TBH, I'd rather wait another month
Especially looking forward to Langlands who I've had raps on for a while.
Be nice to see Oscar get a decent run at it... don't think he's ready to hold down the role yet but be nice to start giving him runs of 3-4 games here and there to get a feel for it.
Kingy makes me nervous tbh...
By far the most exciting prospect we've had for a while but I've really bought into the injury, fragile thing.
Would only want this kid to play if he's 100% ready and TBH, I'd rather wait another month
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Re: Four new faces who are yet to debut
I'm with you skeptic -I can't see any upside in playing King so soon. I would wait even longer - give him a game or so to show him the level that is required.skeptic wrote: ↑Wed 12 Jun 2019 8:02pm Like the look of all of those kids...
Especially looking forward to Langlands who I've had raps on for a while.
Be nice to see Oscar get a decent run at it... don't think he's ready to hold down the role yet but be nice to start giving him runs of 3-4 games here and there to get a feel for it.
Kingy makes me nervous tbh...
By far the most exciting prospect we've had for a while but I've really bought into the injury, fragile thing.
Would only want this kid to play if he's 100% ready and TBH, I'd rather wait another month
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Re: Four new faces who are yet to debut
Not this year for Winx.skeptic wrote: ↑Wed 12 Jun 2019 8:02pm Like the look of all of those kids...
Especially looking forward to Langlands who I've had raps on for a while.
Be nice to see Oscar get a decent run at it... don't think he's ready to hold down the role yet but be nice to start giving him runs of 3-4 games here and there to get a feel for it.
Kingy makes me nervous tbh...
By far the most exciting prospect we've had for a while but I've really bought into the injury, fragile thing.
Would only want this kid to play if he's 100% ready and TBH, I'd rather wait another month
VFL is a step up from suburban footy, but it's a quantum leap to seniors.
I would like him to add a few kgs of meat on those bones over pre-season,
which is ideal for little or no footy work, just muscle building and fitness.
How many times have we seen this report "Oh, he had an interrupted pre-season, so he's not as his best"
this indicates that pre-season is the platform and foundation to build a season.
Better to wait until he's ready in 2020.
"Oh, his twin is doing fine at the Suns!"
Well, his twin didn't have a knee injury. And I don't trust our coaches at all with their judgement on post-injury guys.
See Weller, Newnes, Geary, McCartin...
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Re: Four new faces who are yet to debut
Come around round 18 and King is killing it, he needs to play. No reason to hold him back.
I'd like to see him play at least 2 games this year. Hopefully 4.
It will allow him to get a taste of what is required and he can hit the ground running in 2020.
I'd like to see him play at least 2 games this year. Hopefully 4.
It will allow him to get a taste of what is required and he can hit the ground running in 2020.
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Re: Four new faces who are yet to debut
Only because Me Desperado is out of ideas on how to keep his job and is desperate to try anything, even the wrong thing.
Yes, it is exciting to think that Winx may debut soon, but I’d prefer to wait until 2020 then the risk of him getting injured, which I believe is fairly high if he plays AFL too soon.
As for Royal Doulton, Hind and The Clav, none of them are the 5 possie X factor players like Long & Young and so may have to wait for our next coach.
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Re: Four new faces who are yet to debut
No point debuting any of those players (including
) unless they get less than 10 games this year as otherwise they won't be eligible for the rising star award next year.
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Re: Four new faces who are yet to debut
saintspremiers wrote: ↑Wed 12 Jun 2019 10:56pmOnly because Me Desperado is out of ideas on how to keep his job and is desperate to try anything, even the wrong thing.
Yes, it is exciting to think that Winx may debut soon, but I’d prefer to wait until 2020 then the risk of him getting injured, which I believe is fairly high if he plays AFL too soon.
As for Royal Doulton, Hind and The Clav, none of them are the 5 possie X factor players like Long & Young and so may have to wait for our next coach.
Name a game this year when Ben Long played seniors and where he only got 5 possies?
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Re: Four new faces who are yet to debut
Assuming we are out of finals contention by round 18, and they remain injury free and their form doesn’t drop off, I’d expect each of them will get a minimum 2 games in the seniors to give them a taste and something to drive them through the off season.
Personally I like what I saw of Clav in the pre-season. Hope he continues to develop.
Unfortunately I also liked what I saw of coff last year and he has since gone backward.
Personally I like what I saw of Clav in the pre-season. Hope he continues to develop.
Unfortunately I also liked what I saw of coff last year and he has since gone backward.
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Assuming we are out of finals contention by round 18, and they remain injury free and their form doesn’t drop off, I’d expect each of them will get a minimum 2 games in the seniors to give them a taste and something to drive them through the off season.
Personally I like what I saw of Clav in the pre-season. Hope he continues to develop.
Unfortunately I also liked what I saw of coff last year and he has since gone backward.
Personally I like what I saw of Clav in the pre-season. Hope he continues to develop.
Unfortunately I also liked what I saw of coff last year and he has since gone backward.
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Re: Four new faces who are yet to debut
Only 11 games left this season (unless we make finals) and not listed for this week - so unless they play every game from round 13 onwards they will not get to 10 games!Jacks Back wrote: ↑Wed 12 Jun 2019 11:09pm No point debuting any of those players (including) unless they get less than 10 games this year as otherwise they won't be eligible for the rising star award next year.
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Re: Four new faces who are yet to debut
May have been GWS or West Coast.Scollop wrote: ↑Wed 12 Jun 2019 11:23pmsaintspremiers wrote: ↑Wed 12 Jun 2019 10:56pmOnly because Me Desperado is out of ideas on how to keep his job and is desperate to try anything, even the wrong thing.
Yes, it is exciting to think that Winx may debut soon, but I’d prefer to wait until 2020 then the risk of him getting injured, which I believe is fairly high if he plays AFL too soon.
As for Royal Doulton, Hind and The Clav, none of them are the 5 possie X factor players like Long & Young and so may have to wait for our next coach.
Name a game this year when Ben Long played seniors and where he only got 5 possies?
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Re: Four new faces who are yet to debut
Nice to win something for a change. But Walsh should win it. I'd get a Preseason into king first as like most whi have gone to watch sandy play, he is thin and inexperienced and it shows. Yes he kicks goals still but he needs more practice in vfl
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Re: Four new faces who are yet to debut
He performed ok against Port and was very good against Carlton. They are the last 2 games that he should be judged on. Cho could have ommitted 10 from the team that played Port, but I wouldn't be cutting guys that are part of the future.Ghost Like wrote: ↑Thu 13 Jun 2019 12:00pmMay have been GWS or West Coast.Scollop wrote: ↑Wed 12 Jun 2019 11:23pmsaintspremiers wrote: ↑Wed 12 Jun 2019 10:56pmOnly because Me Desperado is out of ideas on how to keep his job and is desperate to try anything, even the wrong thing.
Yes, it is exciting to think that Winx may debut soon, but I’d prefer to wait until 2020 then the risk of him getting injured, which I believe is fairly high if he plays AFL too soon.
As for Royal Doulton, Hind and The Clav, none of them are the 5 possie X factor players like Long & Young and so may have to wait for our next coach.
Name a game this year when Ben Long played seniors and where he only got 5 possies?
I understand that some thought Ben Long should be dropped after the West Coast game(after looking back at the stats) but let's not forget he has only just played 20 odd games in his career.
I know Cho wants to make finals, but I seriously think that the footy department needs to just keep development front of mind. Benny Long would've suited the hot and humid conditions of Townsville seeing's though he is originally from Northern Territory.
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Re: Four new faces who are yet to debut
Oh FFS so you’re saying finals is not number 1 priority for this season??Scollop wrote: ↑Fri 14 Jun 2019 1:12amHe performed ok against Port and was very good against Carlton. They are the last 2 games that he should be judged on. Cho could have ommitted 10 from the team that played Port, but I wouldn't be cutting guys that are part of the future.Ghost Like wrote: ↑Thu 13 Jun 2019 12:00pmMay have been GWS or West Coast.Scollop wrote: ↑Wed 12 Jun 2019 11:23pmsaintspremiers wrote: ↑Wed 12 Jun 2019 10:56pmOnly because Me Desperado is out of ideas on how to keep his job and is desperate to try anything, even the wrong thing.
Yes, it is exciting to think that Winx may debut soon, but I’d prefer to wait until 2020 then the risk of him getting injured, which I believe is fairly high if he plays AFL too soon.
As for Royal Doulton, Hind and The Clav, none of them are the 5 possie X factor players like Long & Young and so may have to wait for our next coach.
Name a game this year when Ben Long played seniors and where he only got 5 possies?
I understand that some thought Ben Long should be dropped after the West Coast game(after looking back at the stats) but let's not forget he has only just played 20 odd games in his career.
I know Cho wants to make finals, but I seriously think that the footy department needs to just keep development front of mind. Benny Long would've suited the hot and humid conditions of Townsville seeing's though he is originally from Northern Territory.
Really??
We haven’t played finals since 2011 and if it’s not the top priority then just fold the effing club right now.
I don’t rate Cho either and want him gone but irrespective I’m desperate for some finals action ASAP
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Re: Four new faces who are yet to debut
Understandable Special but I see value in Scollops point.
I'm beyond desperate for an actual premiership. I cannot see that being 2019 but if for once the planets align then I can see 2020 or 2021 being seasons we can rise & surprise.
For that to happen we need a combination of our best players on the park and our kids with 30+ games under their belts and a belief they belong. We need to keep trying them, playing them so we engender that belief. It is a balancing act, an act we seem to struggle with in my opinion.
I'm beyond desperate for an actual premiership. I cannot see that being 2019 but if for once the planets align then I can see 2020 or 2021 being seasons we can rise & surprise.
For that to happen we need a combination of our best players on the park and our kids with 30+ games under their belts and a belief they belong. We need to keep trying them, playing them so we engender that belief. It is a balancing act, an act we seem to struggle with in my opinion.
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My only fear is that every player we have that has potential seems to stagnate under this coach, we can only hope that these blokes get developed properly
PS this forum seems a much better place atm..I wonder why that would be ?
PS this forum seems a much better place atm..I wonder why that would be ?
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We didnt lose last week?The Fireman wrote: ↑Fri 14 Jun 2019 1:22pm My only fear is that every player we have that has potential seems to stagnate under this coach, we can only hope that these blokes get developed properly
PS this forum seems a much better place atm..I wonder why that would be ?
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Re: Four new faces who are yet to debut
I'm guessing you're a fan of Bwuuce Gushavaney and the thread on Bwuuce/Eddie. Otherwise, I have detected a definite drop in the forum of footy IQ recently, no player injury/contract scoops, trade targets, other little tidbits of interesting footy news.The Fireman wrote: ↑Fri 14 Jun 2019 1:22pm My only fear is that every player we have that has potential seems to stagnate under this coach, we can only hope that these blokes get developed properly
PS this forum seems a much better place atm..I wonder why that would be ?
Don't know why really, probably just the bye week.
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Re: Four new faces who are yet to debut
Give us a break
Since when do trolls provide scoops or anything remotely intelligent?
Since when do trolls provide scoops or anything remotely intelligent?
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