Re: NAB Challenge - Carlton v Hawthorn @ Aurora Stadium
Reply #63 –
That is the point, we hear talk that these kids are going to take some time, yet it looks like we are lining them up against the beAst in their first ever game! All I can think of is if it is a deliberate test to see if the kids are any good, and that worries me about our selection process. These kids will get plenty of opportunity to play against the beAst in their career, why not wait until they are a little more seasoned!
I want some return on investment long term!
I don't see how allowing the likes of Hodge or Lewis to "Bugger our Talent" helps things! We are not talking about playing against the typical average AFL player, we are talking about lining up on the competitions A Grade Bastards who won't hesitate to send Bolton and the other defectors a message!
It comes across to me like it's another Murphy or Kreuzer situation. Perhaps it is all about membership and not so much about player development.
Anyway it's not my decision, I can only express a concern.
There are only three "kids" in our squad and the extended bench and unlimited rotations will mean that they can be eased into the game.
I think it's a perfect introduction to AFL; up against the best in the business but at not quite full intensity. With the possible exception of Silvagni, I'd like to see all of our draft picks and rookies get a few NAB games under their belts.
I wouldn't have minded seeing Korchek get a run in Tassie but I'm sure he'll get a chance soon.
EDIT: It's actually 4 first years with rookie Gallucci joining Weitering, Charlie Curnow and McKay.