Carlton Supporters Club

Cripps is an exciting prospect and he should do well in the Rising Star if he can maintain his form.  So far, his consistency has been remarkable for a young player.

Bell has been the standout for me.  He has really progressed since last season and his use of the ball has improved markedly, not to mention his goal kicking.  Bell is one of the very few Carlton players who is willing to get in the face of opponents and his powerful frame seems to be intimidating.  Bell and Cripps could provide the nucleus of a very strong midfield for years to come.

Docherty has also improved on his 2014 form and he has a big future.

Tuohy was disappointing in 2014 but seems to have regained his mojo.  I'm not sure that defence is really his role and I'd like to seem him played further up the ground.




I never thought that Jones would cement a spot in our forward line and he hasn't done a great deal to convince me otherwise.  However, when he does get to contests he does bring the ball to ground and we should be able to capitalise on that.  If he can play to his potential, he could be an elite key forward but he has a very long way to go.  He is worth persevering with but needs a lot of work, preferably with a genuine forward line coach.

Despite his limited opportunities, Casboult has been another shining light for me.  His marking is elite and his kicking action has improved.  He needs to be given a chance to develop as a genuine ruckman and forward.

Byrne showed a bit in his cameo and I would like to see him work his way back into the team.  It's interesting how Tuohy and Byrne take the game on and play a more instinctive game.  Perhaps not playing junior football has benefits.

Finally, I'd like to acknowledge Murphy's efforts.  He gets virtually no protection from his team mates and must start very game knowing that the opposition will set out to belt the crap out of him.  Under those circumstances, his performances have been pretty good.  I am looking forward to seeing how he goes when his team mates finally realise that it's up to them to show opponents that our captain has protection.

Oh dear, we miss Simon White. How far backwards have we gone when that's the case.

To be fair he has been playing some of his best football for the club in his last handful of games.

To be fair he has been playing some of his best football for the club in his last handful of games.

Meh lods, for me he played a cracker for us in round 1 and that's about it. After what's happened with Rowe this year I'm loath to put that down as the rule as opposed to the exception.