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Football => View from the Outer => Lounder's Draft Resources => Topic started by: Ramps on April 17, 2010, 10:38:32 PM
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Whens the carnival this year. Itll be good to see the top 6 or 7 players who will be available for our early pick.
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2010 NAB AFL U18 Championships
Round One
Match 1 QLD vs. TAS Blacktown Olympic Park Sat 22nd May, 11AM
Match 2 NSW/ACT vs. NT Blacktown Olympic Park Sat 22nd May, 1:30PM
Match 3 SA vs. WA AAMI Stadium Sat 29th May, 11:35AM
Match 4 VIC C vs. VIC M MCG Sun 30th May, 9:50AM
Round Two
Match 5 TAS vs. VIC M Bellerive Sat 5th June, 11:30AM
Match 6 NT vs. SA TIO Stadium, Darwin Sat 5th June, 6PM
Match 7 NSW/ACT vs. VIC C Blacktown Olympic Park Sun 6th June, 10AM
Match 8 QLD vs. WA Blacktown Olympic Park Sun 6th June, 12:30PM
Round Three
Match 9 SA vs. VIC M Norwood Oval Sat 12th June, 1:30PM
Match 10 WA vs. VIC C Subiaco Sun 13th June, 11:20AM
Match 11 TAS vs. NT Aurora Sat 19th June, 11:00AM
Match 12 QLD vs. NSW/ACT Gabba Sun 20th June, 3:40PM
Round Four
Match 13 Vic M vs. NT Visy Park Fri 25th June, 2PM
Match 14 Vic C vs. QLD Visy Park Sat 26th June, 9:30AM
Match 15 NSW/ACT vs. WA Visy Park Sat 26th June, 11:55AM
Match 16 TAS vs. SA Visy Park Sat 26th June, 2:20PM
Round Five
Match 13 QLD vs. NT Etihad Stadium Wed 30th June, 9.30AM
Match 14 TAS vs. NSW/ACT Etihad Stadium Wed 30th June, 11:35AM
Match 15 Vic M vs. WA Etihad Stadium Wed 30th June, 1:40PM
Match 16 Vic C vs. SA Etihad Stadium Wed 30th June, 3:45PM
http://www.afl.com.au/AFLHQ/Awards/NABAFLRisingStar/NABU18sChampionships2010/tabid/16220/Default.aspx
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A note that there's a pre-champs trial game between Vic Metro and Vic Country this Sunday 16th May at Visy Park from 10AM - 4PM.
The squad lists are here:
Vic Metro - http://www.sportingpulse.com/assoc_page.cgi?c=1-3020-0-0-0&sID=115732
Vic Country - http://www.sportingpulse.com/assoc_page.cgi?c=1-3020-0-0-0&sID=116418
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Here's the updated dates, times and venues for the U18 champs that begin this weekend.
http://www.afl.com.au/AFLHQ/Awards/NABAFLRisingStar/NABU18sChampionships2010/tabid/16220/Default.aspx
I've edited the earlier post to the correct fixture.
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U18s: Ball-magnet Miles star of NSW/ACT win
By Tim Roman
4.44pm Sat 22 May, 2010
NSW/ACT 4.6 6.6 11.9 15.2 (102)
NT 1.3 2.5 7.10 8.13 (61)
Goals
NSW/ACT: Bruce 5, Miles 3, Hancock 2, Stevens 2, Stubbs 1, Bray 1, Mabon, 1
NT: May 4, Staunton 1, Munkara 1, Ah Mat-Watkins 1, Henry 1
Best
NSW/ACT: Miles, Bruce, Segrave, Aylett, Townsend, Mabon
NT: May, Edwards, Staunton, Jones, Lawton
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NSW/ACT has kicked off its 2010 NAB AFL Under-18s campaign with a comprehensive 41-point win over the Northern Territory at Blacktown Oval in Sydney.
Spearheaded by an outstanding 43-possession game by ball-magnet Anthony Miles, the Rams led at every change and pulled away in the last quarter to record a comfortable win in front of their home fans.
Miles was easily the most dominant player on the ground, winning plenty of contested ball and getting forward often to also contribute three goals.
He was ably assisted by tall forward Josh Bruce, who bagged five goals in a powerhouse display.
The Northern Territory had their own forward target in Steven May, the Southern Districts player slotting four goals to give his team some chance at three-quarter time before NSW/ACT finished the stronger.
Greater Western Sydney coach Kevin Sheedy was on hand for this game in the heart of Sydney’s west and the legendary coach witnessed a powerful first-half performance from the Rams, who kept NT to just two goals up until half time.
The third quarter was more of a shootout; both teams kicking five goals before the Rams powered away in the last with Miles getting his hands on the ball at will.
The NT team now head home to Darwin for a game against South Australia on June 5 while the victorious NSW/ACT can look forward to another game at Blacktown against Vic Country on June 6.
http://www.afl.com.au/news/newsarticle/tabid/208/newsid/94820/default.aspx
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josh bruce would be nice
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Brown the difference as Tassie overruns Queensland
By Ben Broad
7:06 PM Sat 22 May, 2010
Tasmania 10.9 (69) d Queensland 8.14 (62)
GOALS
Tas: Ben Brown 5, Joshua Green 2, Matthew Dilger, Rhys Mott, Rudy Barrett
Qld: Sam Michael 3, Jackson Rolfe, Thomas Holland, David Meli, Liam Rutledge, Luke Shreeve
BEST
Tas: Joshua Green, Rhys Mott, Sam Darley, Ben Brown, Jacob Gillbee, Andrew Phillips
Qld: Jake Crawford, Michael Hutchinson, Adam Oxley, Henry Schade, David Meli
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TASMANIA has kicked off the 2010 NAB AFL Under-18 Championships in style by overrunning Queensland by seven points.
In perfect conditions for football at Sydney’s Blacktown Olympic Park, Tasmania finished stronger than its northern rival to win 10.9 (69) to 8.14 (62).
The win ensured former Fitzroy midfielder Matthew Armstrong’s first game as coach of his state under-18 team was an enjoyable one, with Tassie having to come from behind to earn the points.
The match was tight throughout, with scores level at half time and Queensland taking a two-point lead into the final term.
But Tasmania enjoyed much of the play in the final quarter and booted 3.6 to 2.3 to snatch a morale-boosting win on the opening day of the championships.
Last year the two teams were the bottom-ranked teams in the carnival.
Ben Brown was perhaps the difference between the sides, with the key forward booting five goals in a low-scoring affair, including one in the last term, to help guide Tassie to victory.
Promising midfielder Josh Green was also a standout, collecting 35 possessions, laying six tackles and booting two goals. His final-quarter goal from tight-up on the boundary was a highlight and underlined his potential.
Fellow onballer Sam Darley was also prolific, with his run from defence crucial in getting Armstrong’s team home.
For Queensland, key forward Sam Michael was terrific as he provided a target all day for his team. He booted three goals and took eight marks - three of which were contested - to show his value in the air.
Papua New Guinean David Meli, who has an international scholarship with Essendon, was great in the midfield as he accumulated 28 possessions and bombed the ball inside 50 on eight occasions, while Adam Oxley worked his way into the game for Queensland well.
After a slow start, he finished with 10 marks and 19 disposals but it was his creativeness and run that set him apart from many on the field.
But in the end it wasn’t enough as Tasmania finished the stronger, and kicked off its campaign in style.
http://www.afl.com.au/news/newsarticle/tabid/208/newsid/94837/default.aspx
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Pics from NSW/ACT vs NT
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Pics from Tas vs Qld
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SA belts WA despite Bennell's haul
By Katrina Gill
Sat 29 May, 2010
South Australia 8.4 14.17 17.7 19.12 (126)
Western Australia 3.9 4.4 8.9 8.13 (61)
GOALS
SA: Solly 5, Hender 4, Gray 3, Polec 2, Day 2, Schiller, Wingard, Batley
WA: Bennell 6, Nelson, Kersten
BEST
SA: Smith, Polec, Hender, Rankine, Solly, Gray, Tape, Lycett, McCarthy, Day
WA: Bennell, Jones, Wilson, Conca, Elisseou, Monaco
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SOUTH Australia has kicked off its 2010 NAB AFL Under-18 Championships campaign in impressive fashion, with an emphatic 65-point win over Western Australia at AAMI Stadium on Saturday afternoon.
The slippery conditions were expected to trouble the taller South Aussies, but they played what AFL talent manager Kevin Sheehan described as the state's "best half of footy" in the history of the championships.
The final scores were 19.12 (126) to 8.13 (61).
Prospective top-five draft pick Harley Bennell got Western Australia off to the perfect start, kicking the opening goal of the game, but South Australia piled on the next seven to lead by 43 points at quarter time.
South Australia continued to dominate in the second term, displaying slick passages of play often seen at the highest level.
Key forward Jamie Solly kicked two goals in five minutes to help extend the home side's lead to 63 points at the main change.
Western Australia mounted a challenge in the third quarter, with Bennell kicking three goals, but gale force winds saw just two more added in the final term.
South Australian utility Sam Day showed glimpses of why he's regarded as one of the most talented players in this year's draft talent pool, with two classy snaps on either side of his body.
However, it was a relative unknown, Lewis Hender, who stole the show.
Hender, a bottom-aged player from Keith in country South Australia, starred in the first half, kicking four goals.
Scott Lycett and Daniel Gorringe were dominant in the ruck and gave impressive midfielders Brodie Smith, Jared Polec and Matthew Rankine first use of the ball.
Glenelg defender Sebastian Tape also nullified the influence of fancied key-position prospect Jack Darling.
The under-18 championships will continue at the MCG on Sunday, with Vic Metro to meet Vic Country.
http://www.afl.com.au/news/newsarticle/tabid/208/newsid/95260/default.aspx
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Country wins Vics battle
By Luke Holmesby and Jason McCartney
1:24 PM Sun 30 May, 2010
Vic Country 16.9 (105)
Vic Metro 9.9 (63)
Goals:
Vic Country: Lucas Cook 5, Jed Lamb 4, Devon Smith 3, Tomas Bugg 1, Tim Northe 1, Dyson Heppell 1, Tom Lynch 1
Vic Metro: Patrick Karnezis 2, Ben Jacobs 2, Viv Michie 2, Alex Johnson 1, Thomas Libertore 1, Darcy Barden 1
Best:
Vic Country: Mitch Hallahan, Lucas Cook, Andrew McInnes, Jed Lamb, Devon Smith, Jayden Pitt
Vic Metro: Cameron Guthrie, Billy Longer, Andrew Gaff, Ryan Lester, Thomas Libertore, Thomas Scheider
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THE COUNTRY boys have won an emphatic victory over the city slickers in the Victorian derby at the NAB AFL Under-18 Championships.
Vic Country defeated Vic Metro by seven goals, scoring 16. 9 (105) to 9.9 (63) at the MCG on Sunday.
The scores were level at quarter-time but the Vic Country team coached by Robert Hyde ran away in the second term and did not look back.
North Ballarat forward Lucas Cook starred for the country side, booting five goals for the day including three in three minutes in a purple patch in the second quarter.
At 194cm, Cook is sure to come under the watchful eye of AFL scouts.
He was ably assisted by mid-sized forward Jed Lamb from Yarram who bobbed up to kick four. Lamb showed dash and competitiveness that could prove to be a vital part of Vic Country’s campaign this year.
For Vic Metro, future Bulldogs father-son selections Thomas Liberatore (26 touches) and Mitch Wallis (25) both did well out of the midfield, but their best player was Oakleigh Chargers’ onballer Andrew Gaff.
Gaff won 31 touches out of the centre and his work rate stood out all afternoon.
Defender Max Otten - the younger brother of Adelaide’s Andy - played a solid game in defence and rebounded well.
Thomas Schneider showed impeccable vision for Vic Metro while Ryan Lester was good overhead in defence.
Bottom age Vic Country forward Devon Smith showed some creativity as a small forward. He had a shot in the opening minutes and finished with 3.2 for the match. But at 173cm he may be a little short to be a sure thing as an AFL prospect.
http://www.afl.com.au/news/newsarticle/tabid/208/newsid/95302/default.aspx
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Gaff making a real run at getting himself picked at No 4 in the draft. Its also interesting to note that he playing in the centre, last year he was on a hbf. Thats a really good sign IMHO. If hes a true mid and not just a flanker then he must come into serious calculations for us.
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Onballer shows why he heads draft lists
EMMA QUAYLE
May 31, 2010
ONBALLER Andrew Gaff yesterday confirmed his place at the front of the draft pack, compiling 31 possessions as his Vic Metro side was beaten by Vic Country in their opening match of the under-18 carnival.
Gaff's anticipation around the packs and ability to work into space stood out at the MCG, the Oakleigh midfielder racking up 14 hardball-gets during Metro's 42-point loss.
Country forward Lucas Cook was another to stand out, not only impressing with his clean marking and five goals but dishing off 11 handballs in a 20-disposal match.
Advertisement: Story continues belowFellow forward Jed Lamb kicked four goals in more freaky fashion and both players were well served by their midfield.
While the highly rated Luke Parker had a quiet day, the strong-bodied Mitch Hallahan impressed, Shaun Atley pieced together 19 understated possessions, and Devon Smith kicked three goals while also winning plenty of the ball and urging his side forward.
For Metro, Gaff was assisted by Tom Liberatore and Mitch Wallis, midfielders who will almost certainly cost the Western Bulldogs their first and second-round draft choices this year and be well worth it.
Liberatore's first three quarters were outstanding, his 26 possessions including 12 hardball-gets. Wallis made a quieter start but became more creative and influential as the match wound on.
Ben Jacobs and Max Otten, brother of Adelaide player Andy, who did some cool-headed things in defence, are other Metro players to watch as the carnival unfolds in the next five weeks.
Metro will next play Tasmania at Bellerive Oval in Hobart on Saturday. Country will take on NSW/ACT in Blacktown on Sunday.
South Australia, boasting several prospective first-round picks, beat Western Australia by 65 points at AAMI Stadium.
Harley Bennell, a top-three draft chance, kicked six goals for WA, with another possible top pick, key-position prospect Sam Day, among SA's best.
http://www.theage.com.au/afl/afl-news/onballer-shows-why-he-heads-draft-lists-20100530-wngk.html
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Vic Country vs Vic Metro pics
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SA vs WA pics
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Gaff making a real run at getting himself picked at No 4 in the draft. Its also interesting to note that he playing in the centre, last year he was on a hbf. Thats a really good sign IMHO. If hes a true mid and not just a flanker then he must come into serious calculations for us.
The fact GC17 have already committed to Swallow with one of their top 3 picks means we should get one of Darling, Day or Gaff at the very least. We still need more quality KPPs and genuine gun mids to add to the young cubs we've already got so best available at pick 4.
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Eye-catchers: U18 Championships Rd 1
By Kevin Sheehan
Wed 02 June, 2010
Harley Bennell (WA)
A shining light on a dark day for WA. Started in the midfield then pushed forward, kicking six of his team’s eight goals, including four in a superb last quarter. Looks certain to be snapped up early in the draft.
Sam Day (SA)
The 195cm Sturt product has all the tools to make it as a tall forward in the AFL. Showed a great leap, strong hands and goal-kicking ability on both sides of the body in the win over WA.
Lucas Cook (Vic Country)
Had 20 possessions, took seven marks and kicked five goals in his team’s win over Vic Metro. From North Ballarat in the TAC Cup, Cook is 194cm and looks an outstanding key forward prospect.
Andrew Gaff (Vic Metro)
The left-footer from the Oakleigh Chargers had 31 possessions and laid three tackles in a sweeping role across half-back. Looks in the mould of Lions star Luke Power with his hard running and clean hands.
Anthony Miles (NSW/ACT)
Had a day out against NT with a whopping 43 possessions and three goals. From North Albury Football Club and the Murray Bushrangers, he looks a certain GWS target.
Steven May (NT)
The strong-marking key forward was the dominant big man on the ground in NT’s loss to NSW/ACT, taking nine marks and kicking four goals. Gold Coast FC has priority on him.
Josh Green (Tasmania)
Turned in a super-impressive 35-possession performance in Tassie’s win over Queensland. Ran hard, used the ball well and kicked a superb goal from the boundary.
David Meli (Queensland)
A small forward from PNG, Meli’s use of the ball on both feet was outstanding as he racked up 28 possessions, including eight inside 50s and a smart goal. Is on an international scholarship with Essendon.
http://www.afl.com.au/news/newsarticle/tabid/208/newsid/95561/default.aspx
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Forwards power SA to big win over Territory
By Tim Roman
Sat 05 June, 2010
South Australia 8.2 12.4 19.11 22.16 (148)
Northern Territory 2.1 3.6 4.7 7.10 (52)
GOALS
South Australia: Jamie Solly 6, Darcy Armfield 5, Matthew Snook 3, Brodie Smith 2, Sam Gray 2, Ben McIntyre 1, Chad Wingard 1, Matthew Rankine 1, Patrick McCarthy 1
Northern Territory: Dionysiys Munkara 2, Dean Staunton 1, Jarred Erlandson 1, Cameron Jones 1, Kirsten Hunter 1, Alex Johnson 1
BEST
South Australia: Jarrod Schiller, Daniel Gorringe, Sam Gray, Zak Fitzgerald, Matthew Snook, Brodie Smith, Sam Day
Northern Territory: David Kruse, Jack McEwin, Shannon Rioli, Dean Staunton, Cameron Jones, Anthony Tipungwuti
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TOURNAMENT favourites South Australia handed Northern Territory a belting in perfect conditions in Darwin, winning their NAB AFL Under-18 contest at TIO stadium on Saturday evening by 91 points.
The Croweaters had all but put the game out of reach by quarter time, kicking eight goals to two, and increased their margin at every change.
They were led by two powerful marking targets - Port Adelaide Magpies’ Jamie Solly and Glenelg’s Darcy Armfield, who kicked six and five goals respectively. Jared Polec was also extremely impressive for the winners, as was promising key position player Sam Day.
NT battled hard all evening with David Kruse, Jack McEwin and Shannon Rioli showing plenty in front of their home supporters.
South Australia’s next game shapes as a beauty when they host the powerful Vic Metro team at Norwood Oval in Adelaide on June 12. Meanwhile the Territory boys will need to pack the thermals for a trip to Launceston and a match-up against Tasmania on June 19.
http://www.afl.com.au/news/newsarticle/tabid/208/newsid/95773/default.aspx
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U18s: Vic Metro rebounds v Tas
By Tim Roman
Sat 05 June, 2010
Vic Metro 4.3 9.8 15.11 21.11 (137)
Tasmania 1.4 3.4 6.5 6.5 (41)
GOALS
Vic Metro: Darcy Barden 5, Viv Michie 3, Josh Marchback 3, Aaron Young 2, Kieran Harper 2, Mitchell Wallis 2, Glenn Grgic 1, Dylan Conway 1, Thomas Gorden 1, Billy Longer 1
Tasmania: Rudy Barrett 2, Michael Musicka 1, Joseph Groenewegen 1, Ben Brown 1, Dylan Riley 1
BEST
Vic Metro: Thomas Schneider, Andrew Gaff, Mitchell Wallis, Ben Jacobs, Darcy Barden, Viv Michie
Tasmania: Joshua Green, Dylan Riley, Rudy Barret, Andrew Phillips, Martyn Allison, Jacob Gilbee
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VIC METRO has rebounded from a disappointing loss to its Country rivals to dominate Tasmania in Round 2 of the NAB AFL Under-18 Championships.
Metro comfortably won every quarter and kept Tasmania scoreless in the final term to run out 96-point winners in freezing conditions in Hobart.
In the first of four matches to be played in the championships this weekend, Metro bolted out of the blocks and shared the goals throughout the game, with 192cm Darcy Barden from the Northern Knights kicking five and Viv Michie from the Oakleigh Chargers three.
For Tasmania, Josh Green followed up his stellar game in Round 1 to again be the best player in green, collecting 31 touches.
Leading ball-winners for Metro included Ben Jacobs, who had 36 disposals across half-back and in the middle, while Tom Schneider was also prolific on the ball.
At 1-1, Metro now turns its attention to the game against South Australia on June 12 at Norwood Oval, while Tasmania face Northern Territory at Aurora Stadium on June 19.
http://www.afl.com.au/news/newsarticle/tabid/208/newsid/95772/default.aspx
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Vic Country, WA triumph in U18s
6:16 PM Sun 06 June, 2010
VIC Country and Western Australia were big winners at Blacktown Olympic Park in Sydney on Sunday.
The matches between NSW/ACT v Vic Country and Queensland v Western Australia completed round two of the 2010 NAB AFL Under-18 Championships.
Vic Country vs NSW/ACT
Vic Country and NSW/ACT were evenly balanced until mid-way through the third quarter, but then the Victorian team ran away with the contest, kicking six goals to one in the final term.
Country had an even contribution around the ground with seven players gathering more than 20 possessions. Geelong’s Jayden Pitt topped the goalkicking with four goals from the midfield.
Vic Country 3.2 7.3 10.5 16.9 (105)
NSW/ACT 3.1 3.2 5.2 6.3 (39)
BEST
Vic Country: Luke Parker, Mitch Hallahan, Jayden Pitt, Riley Heddles, Tomas Bugg
NSW/ACT: Tim Sergrave, Anthony Miles, Ben Reid, James Brian, Josh Bruce, Jack Mahony
GOALS
Vic Country: Jayden Pitt 4, Lucas Cook 2, Jed Lamb 2, Mitch Hallahan 2, Tom Lynch, Tomas Bugg, Tim Northe, Luke Dahlhaus, Taylor Adams, Dyson Heppell
NSW/ACT: Ben Reid 3, Josh Bruce, Wade Hancock, Sam Martyn
Western Australian vs Queensland
Western Australia outclassed Queensland from the opening bounce. Peel Thunder’s Harley Bennell kicked four goals from the wing and took big mark in the goal square in the third quarter.
West Perth’s Jack Darling, playing at centre half-forward, took nine marks while South Fremantle’s Shane Kersten kicked 5.6 at full-forward.
Queensland captain Joel Wilkinson (from Broadbeach) was his team’s best. Playing in the centre, he gathered 28 possessions and had four clearances.
Western Australia 5.8 12.14 17.22 21.25 (151)
Queensland 1.1 1.3 1.9 5.6 (36)
BEST
WA: Steven Coniglio, Harley Bennell, Jack Darling, Kieran Butcher, Scott Hancock, Shane Kersten
QLD: Joel Wilkinson, Michael Hutchinson, Brad Slater, Jackson Rolfe
GOALS
WA: Shane Kersten 5, Harley Bennell 4, Max Duffy 3, Alex Elisseou 2, Rowan Brookes 2, Tom Ledger, Jamie Cripps, Jack Darling, Kieran Butcher, Steven Coniglio
QLD: Brad Slater 2, Luke Shreeve, Zaine Pringle, Peter Yagmoor
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Harley Bennell again starred for WA against Queensland
http://www.afl.com.au/news/newsarticle/tabid/208/newsid/95803/default.aspx
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U18 eye-catchers: round two
By Jason McCartney
Wed 09 June, 2010
Mitch Wallis (Vic Metro)
Inside midfielder who racked up 31 possessions and kicked two goals against Tassie. His clearance work was a highlight. Son of Steve Wallis, so a potential father-sign signing for the Bulldogs.
Daniel Gorringe (SA)
The spring-heeled 198cm ruckman completely dominated the hit-outs against NT, continually giving his midfield first use of the footy.
Luke Parker (Vic Country)
Tough inside midfielder with impressive work-rate. Gathered 25 possessions, many of them contested, in the win over NSW/ACT. Used the ball well by hand.
Ben Reid (NSW/ACT)
Brother of Western Bulldogs’ Sam. The 181cm small forward kicked three goals and laid six tackles against Vic Country. Speed, agility and decision making all very good.
Jack Darling (WA)
Strong-bodied key forward. Had 20 possessions, nine inside 50s and took nine marks in WA’s win over Queensland. Always provides a ferocious contest.
Joel Wilkinson (Queensland)
A shining light on a bleak day for his side. Collected 27 disposals, including a game-high 12 hardball gets. Also laid six tackles and showed fantastic leg speed.
Sam Darley (Tasmania)
The 17-year-old 186cm midfielder from North Hobart has made a great start to the championships, averaging 27 disposals at 72 per cent efficiency. Will definitely have caught the eye of GWS recruiters.
Shaun Edwards (NT)
Signed by GWS this week. An athletic utility averaging 15 disposals and four tackles so far in the championships, mostly from across half-back. Superb ball use and decision making has been a feature.
http://www.afl.com.au/news/newsarticle/tabid/208/newsid/96018/default.aspx
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Changing of the guard
By Kevin Sheehan
Wed 09 June, 2010
THERE has been a changing of the guard NAB AFL U18 Championships so far, as after two rounds South Australia and Vic Country are both unbeaten.
This is particularly significant for the South Aussies as they are now a strong chance to win their first title.
This might just be the best group South Australia has ever had, and a number of their players have produced impressive performances in their opening couple of games.
Jared Polec showed his immense talent in week one, while ruckman Daniel Gorringe was outstanding last weekend, as were Sam Day, Sam Gray and Jamie Solly, who has booted 11 goals in two matches.
Vic Country last won the championships in 2003, but it has been very impressive to this point in scoring wins over Vic Metro and NSW/ACT.
So it seems that Vic Metro and Western Australia, who have won eight of the last 10 division one titles, might be competing for third and fourth positions this time around.
It is important to highlight that the championships are not only a path for players towards the draft. The competition is very much about the dream of winning a national title with your mates.
This weekend, division one teams will continue to work on their dreams as round three begins.
South Australia plays host to Vic Metro at Norwood on Saturday in what should be a great contest. The SA boys are very keen to win this one, although Metro is going in with plenty of confidence after its good win over Tasmania last weekend.
Vic Country will clash with WA at Subiaco on Sunday. The country boys are used to doing plenty of travel, so they should have no trouble handling the trip to Perth. Watch for Vic Country key forward Lucas Cook, a member of our AIS Academy, to continue his fine form.
Division one
Team Won Lost For Against % Points
South Australia 2 0 274 113 242.48 8
Vic Country 2 0 210 102 205.88 8
Vic Metro 1 1 200 146 136.99 4
Western Australia 1 1 212 161 131.68 4
Division two
Team Won Lost For Against % Points
NSW/ACT 1 1 141 166 84.94 4
Tasmania 1 1 110 199 55.28 4
Northern Territory 0 2 113 250 45.20 0
Queensland 0 2 97 220 44.09 0
http://www.afl.com.au/news/newsarticle/tabid/208/newsid/96011/default.aspx
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Vic Metro surprises SA in U18 championships
By Tim Roman
Sat 12 June, 2010
Vic Metro 4.3 8.6 13.7 15.10 (100)
South Australia 2.6 4.9 6.12 10.17 (77)
Goals
Vic Metro: Patrick Karnezis 3, Aaron Young 3, Andrew Gaff 2, Darcy Barden 2, Kieran Harper, Dylan Conway, Mitch Wallis, Josh Caddy, Viv Michie
SA: Zak Fitzgerald 4, Brodie Smith, Sam Gray, Jared Polec, Scott Lycett, Daniel Gorringe, Sam Day
Best
Vic Metro: Ben Jacobs, Darcy Barden, Mitch Wallis, Matthew Watson, Cameron Guthrie, Andrew Gaff
SA: Zak Fitzgerald, Brodie Smith, Luke Davis, Matthew Snook, Joshua Waldhuter, Chad Wingard
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A DOMINANT 47-possession game from Ben Jacobs has helped Vic Metro to an upset win over South Australia in their NAB AFL Under-18s game at Norwood Oval.
Jacobs was outstanding, continually rebounding the Metro team out of defence with clean possessions and savvy reading of the play.
Metro lead all day, pushing the lead out to six goals at three-quarter time before South Australia drew the margin back to 23 points by the end.
A dominant midfield performance helped set up the win with Mitch Wallis, Andrew Gaff and Josh Caddy all prominent, but the Croweaters’ inaccuracy in front of goal prevented them from making any real challenge.
Zak Fitzgerald finished with four goals for South Australia to be their only multiple goalkicker. The Vics shared the goals more evenly, with Patrick Karnezis and Aaron Young each slotting three.
These two teams now get a week off before the big round four games to be played at Visy Park in Melbourne. There the Metro boys will take on Northern Territory while South Australia will be looking to make amends against Tasmania.
http://www.afl.com.au/news/newsarticle/tabid/208/newsid/96233/default.aspx
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Country sneak home over WA
richmondfc.com.au
By Jason McCartney
Sun 13 June, 2010
Vic Country 2.0 6.3 8.6 10.11 (71)
WA 5.3 7.5 7.7 9.11 (65)
GOALS
Vic Country: Devon Smith 3, Sam Myors 3, Jayden Pitt 1, Billie Smedts 1, Luke Parker 1, Tom Lynch 1
WA: Shane Kersten 3, Max Duffy 2, Steven Coniglio 2, Harley Bennell 1, Jack Darling 1
BEST
Vic Country: Shaun Atley, Adam Treloar, Luke Parker, Lucas Cook, Marcus Darmody, Mitchell Hallahan
WA: Angus Litherland, Justin Monaco, Reece Conca, Harley Bennell, Steven Coniglio, Blayne Wilson
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VIC COUNTRY remains undefeated at the NAB AFL Under-18 Championships, holding on in a tight last quarter to record a six-point win over WA.
WA burst out to a 21-point lead at quarter time but fell away to lose 10.11 (71) to 9.11 (65) at Subiaco Oval on Sunday.
The home side had more inside-50s (56-42) and dominated possession early, but didn’t take their opportunities.
There were some outstanding individual performances from both sides, with Harley Bennell (26 possessions and 10 inside-50s) a standout for WA while Vic Country’s Adam Treloar (22 possessions and seven inside 50s) dominated on the opposing wing.
In a tough game of football, Luke Parker (27 possessions and a goal) and Shaun Atley (24 possessions and nine hardball gets) were important for Vic Country in contested situations.
Both are eligible for this year’s NAB AFL Draft, while key forward Lucas Cook will also be watched closely by AFL scouts after pushing up the ground and impressing at times behind the ball.
For WA, defender Blayne Wilson continued to build his reputation with an outstanding game across half-back. The 2009 All-Australian read the ball supremely and finished with 24 possessions and nine marks.
Draft-eligible midfielder Reece Conca won 23 possessions and was good overhead for WA, while Scott Hancock built on his impressive opening game, displaying composure with his 18 touches.
http://www.afl.com.au/news/newsarticle/tabid/208/newsid/96255/default.aspx
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Some pics from the U18s WA vs Vic Country game last weekend
http://images.slatterymedia.com/photography/results/?q=collection:AFL%202010%20Media%20-%20NAB%20U18%27s%20WA%20v%20Vic%20Country&sub_code=all (http://images.slatterymedia.com/photography/results/?q=collection:AFL%202010%20Media%20-%20NAB%20U18%27s%20WA%20v%20Vic%20Country&sub_code=all)
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U18s results today:
Tas 18 9 117 def NT 11 7 73 ;
Bests
Tas Josh Green, Sam Darley, Andrew Phillips
NT Shaun Edwards 30p 2 g ;
Goals:
Tas Charlie Riewoldt 4 goals to 3/4 time
NT S.May 2, S.Edwards 2, A.Tipungwuti 2, L.Lawler 2
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NSW/ACT flogged QLD by 74 points.
Bruce 5 goals and very good overhead,
Miles a standout and Townsend good again.
Rutledge 3 goals for Qld
http://www.afl.com.au/nab%20under%2018s/tabid/276/default.aspx
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NSW/ACT and Tassie big U18 winners
By Tim Roman
Sun 20 June, 2010
NSW/ACT 3.7 6.11 10.18 15.21 (111)
Queensland 1.2 3.3 5.4 5.7 (37)
GOALS
NSW/ACT: Josh Bruce 4, Anthony Miles 2, Jack Mahony 2, Sam Martyn, Blake Bray, Kaine Stevens, Kurt Aylett, James Brain, Harrison Cumming, Wade Hancock
Queensland: Liam Ruttedge 3, Luke Shreeve, Jackson Ryan
BEST
NSW/ACT: Josh Bruce, Kaine Stevens, Tim Segrave, Anthony Miles, Jack Mahony, Josh Cole
Queensland: Sam Michael, Chris Wittkopp, Leon Bolliger-Ha, Nathan Reid, Jake Crawford
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Tasmania 3.3 9.5 15.6 18.9 (117)
Northern Territory 4.3 7.4 10.7 11.7 (73)
GOALS
Tasmania: Charlie Riewoldt 4, Jimmy Webster 2, Josh Green 2, Joseph Groenewegen 2, Matthew Dilger, Michael Musicka, Jacob Gillbee, Ben Brown, Rudy Barrett, Jay Blackberry, Ryan Bailey, Adam Green
Northern Territory: Lindsay Lawler 2, Steven May 2, Shaun Edwards 2, Anthony Tipungwuti 2, Shannon Rioli, Kieren Smith, Dean Staunton
BEST
Tasmania: Andrew Phillips, Ryan Bailey, Josh Green, Sam Darley, Charlie Riewoldt, Joseph Groenewegen
Northern Territory: Corey Baxter, Steven May, Lachlan Mitchell, Shaun Edwards, Lindsay Lawler, Kirsten Hunter
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SATURDAY'S Division Two games in the NAB AFL Under 18 Championships resulted in easy wins for NSW/ACT and Tasmania.
The NSW/ACT Rams comfortably outpointed Queensland in Brisbane to record a 74-point win with Josh Bruce leading the forward line with four goals and numerous contested marks.
Anthony Miles again shone for NSW/ACT with a dominant display in the midfield and the Greater Western Sydney signing looks to be one of the players of these championships.
Liam Ruttege battled hard for Queensland and finished with three goals while Sam Michael was also impressive for the home team.
In Launceston, Tasmania eventually accounted for Northern Territory although they were slow out of the blocks, the Territorians kicking the first four goals of the game.
However the Tasmanians, led by gun midfielders Josh Green and Sam Darley, fought back to lead by two goals at half time before running out comfortable 44-point winners.
Ruckman Andrew Phillips was best for the home team while Shaun Edwards worked hard for NT gathering 30 possessions across half-back and kicking two goals.
All the under 18 teams now head to Melbourne for the final two rounds of the championships with Vic Metro playing Northern Territory on Friday June 25 at Visy Park before a triple-header at the same venue the next day completes round four.
http://www.afl.com.au/news/newsarticle/tabid/208/newsid/96636/default.aspx
See the future stars of the AFL at Etihad Stadium on 30 June. FREE ENTRY
The NAB AFL Under-18 Championships will culminate with four games in one massive day at Etihad Stadium as all eight teams will be on show. Come along and see the future of the AFL in action.
You can also watch it live on Fox Sports or follow the whole day online at afl.com.au/u18s
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Shifter's U18 wrap: round three
By Kevin Sheehan
Tue 22 June, 2010
THE NAB AFL Under-18 Championships are reaching crunch-time with each team having two games to play.
At this point, Victoria Country is hot favourite to claim its first division one title since 2003.
The country boys remain undefeated following their six-point victory over Western Australia at Subiaco Oval in round three.
Midfielders Shaun Atley, Adam Treloar and Luke Parker were outstanding for Vic Country in what was a great effort away from home.
It’s tough at Subi for any side travelling - whether it be an AFL team at senior level or an under-18 team.
Yet again, Western Australia’s standout player was Harley Bennell, who has been among the best performers in this season’s championships.
South Australia is still expected to challenge Vic Country for the title, although SA was beaten in round three by a very polished Vic Metro team.
In division two, NSW/ACT remains the side to beat after scoring another impressive win, this time over Queensland.
Anthony Miles, who signed recently with expansion club GWS, continued his great form with another prolific ball-winning effort in the middle.
Tasmania was too good for the Northern Territory when the teams met at Aurora Stadium, with Charlie Riewoldt - brother of Richmond’s Jack Riewoldt - kicking four goals.
It was great to see Melbourne star Brad Green down in Launceston doing some coaching with the Tasmanian team. Brad was a star for Tasmania in the 1999 championships, winning the HC Harrison Medal for the best player in division two.
Round four begins on Friday, June 25, and features cross-over games between the two divisions.
Vic Metro kicks things off at Visy Park on the Friday when they take on the Northern Territory.
Metro need a win to stay in contention for the division one title, so while the lads from the NT will give their all, expect the city boys to be a bit too strong.
There have been upsets in these cross-over games before and NSW/ACT certainly rate their chances of toppling Western Australia on Saturday, when their clash is one of three games to be played at Visy Park.
Vic Country should keep its unbeaten record intact when it takes on Queensland, while in the last game of round four South Australia and Tasmania will do battle in what shapes as an entertaining contest.
The final day of the championships will take place at Etihad Stadium on Wednesday, June 30, with all eight teams in action.
If results go as expected, we will see a battle for the division one title between Vic Country and South Australia in the final match of the afternoon.
Given it will be the school holidays, I urge everyone with an interest in the future of the game to get down to Etihad Stadium to see these young-guns in action.
Entry is free, so there’s no excuse!
http://www.afl.com.au/news/newsarticle/tabid/208/newsid/96782/default.aspx
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Video's Downloads from 2010 U18 Champs
U18 Champs RD 1 Eye Catches:
http://www.mediafire.com/?wnl5mimzwdg (http://www.mediafire.com/?wnl5mimzwdg)
or
http://www.afl.com.au/video/tabid/76/videoid/54863/nab+under+18+championships+round+1+eye-catchers/default.aspx#VideoPlayerB (http://www.afl.com.au/video/tabid/76/videoid/54863/nab+under+18+championships+round+1+eye-catchers/default.aspx#VideoPlayerB)
U18 Champs RD 2 Eye Catches:
http://www.mediafire.com/?mjmzzdy4qnn (http://www.mediafire.com/?mjmzzdy4qnn)
U18 Champs RD 3 Eye Catchers:
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According to BF..
The Wednesday Championship games have just been removed from Etihad Stadiumfor Wednesday.
It’s extremely disappointing for all a reasonable solution had to be found and this is it…
· Div 2 matches will have to be played at Visy Park on Tuesday 29 June – at 12.30pm (Qld v NT) and 2.30pm (Tas v NSW/ACT) - (4 x 20 minute quarters). For this game, to assist workload we would be comfortable for teams to play up to 25 provided both teams have equal numbers.
· Div 1 matches will be played at Skilled Stadium, Geelong on Wed 30 June – 12.30pm (Vic M v WA) and 2.30pm (Vic C v SA) - (4 x 20 minute quarters)
· There will be no AFLPA Parents information session, as schedule for 8.15am at Etihad on Wed.
Therefore, in fairness to the Div 2 teams who now have a day’s less break, we will reduce all Rd 4 matches to 4 x 20 minute quarters at Visy Park .
http://bigfooty.com/forum/showthread.php?t=723540
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Great... The teams I actually WANT to see are in Geelong.
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Half-time
Vic Metro 4.4 8.5-53
Nth Terr. 2.0 2.5-17
QT: Barden kicked 2, Caddy 7 dis, Young 6 dis for VM and May 7 dis for NT.
HT: Caddy 14 dis, Schnider 14 and 2 goals for VM, Staunton 15 and May 14 dis for NT.
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The moved games next week has been confirmed on the AFL site
http://www.afl.com.au/nab%20under%2018s/tabid/276/default.aspx
Round 5 Update
Tuesday, June 29
Queensland v Northern Territory, 12.30pm, Visy Park
Tasmania v NSW/ACT, 2.30pm, Visy Park
Wednesday, June 30
Vic Metro v Western Australia, 12.35pm, Skilled Stadium
Vic Country v South Australia, 2.45pm, Skilled Stadium
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Final Score
Vic Metro 4.4 8.5 11.6 18.12-120
Nth Terr. 2.0 2.5 3.7 4.7-31
QT: Barden kicked 2, Caddy 7 dis, Young 6 dis for VM and May 7 dis for NT.
HT: Caddy 14 dis, Schnider 14 and 2 goals for VM, Staunton 15 and May 14 dis for NT.
3QT: Schneider 21 dis and 3 goals, Caddy 19 for VM and May 24 for NT.
FT: Schneider 22 dis and 3 goals, Caddy 21 and 7 clearances, Karnezis 21 for VM. May 26 and Staunton 21.
http://www.afl.com.au/nab%20under%2018s/tabid/276/default.aspx
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U18s: Schneider best as Metro thumps NT
By Ben Broad
5:30 PM Fri 25 June, 2010
Vic Metro 4.4 8.5 11.6 18.12 (120)
Northern Territory 2.0 2.5 3.7 4.7 (31)
GOALS
Vic Metro: Thomas Schneider 3, Viv Michie 3, Darcy Barden 3, Ryan Lester 2, Alex Johnson 1, Adam Tomlinson 1, Aaron Young 1, Cameron Guthrie 1, Josh Caddy 1, Thomas Gordon 1, Josh Marchback 1
NT: Lindsay Lawler 1, Nathan Ah Mat-Watkins 1, Steven May 1, Kirsten Hunter 1
BEST
Vic Metro: Thomas Schneider , Josh Marchback, Josh Caddy, Cameron Guthrie, Viv Michie, Alex Johnson
NT: Steven May, Shannon Rioli, Corey Baxter, Dean Staunton, Aaron Craufurd, Nathan Ah-Mat Watkins
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VICTORIA Metro has kept alive its hopes of winning the 2010 NAB AFL Under 18 Championships by thumping the Northern Territory by 89 points on Friday.
At a cold and wet Visy Park, Vic Metro led from start to finish and gradually increased its lead before unleashing a final-quarter onslaught.
The home state kicked right away in the last quarter to win convincingly, 18.12 (120) to 4.7 (31).
Vic Metro led by 16 points at the first change and six goals at half time.
Midfielder Thomas Schneider, who finished the match with 22 possessions and three goals, was instrumental in establishing Vic Metro’s lead.
The Oakleigh Chargers ballwinner was among the best afield before being rested for much of the final term.
Josh Caddy (21 disposals, seven clearances) and fellow midfielder Andrew Gaff were both effective again, the pair aided by promising ruckman Josh Marchback who worked hard around the ground.
It was an easy day at the office for Vic Metro, which heavily rotated stars such as Gaff and Ben Jacobs, while prospective Western Bulldogs father-son pair Mitch Wallis and Tom Liberatore both sat out the match.
The margin might have been a whole lot greater for the NT had it not been for Steven May.
In a change of position for the 190cm forward, the big man spent most of the afternoon across half-back and also spent time in the ruck.
He showed his versatility by gathering 26 touches, six of which were hard-ball gets, and 11 rebound 50s. He also drifted forward to boot a goal.
Shannon Rioli, the brother of former Bomber Dean, impressed at ground level at times while Dean Staunton continued his impressive championships for the NT.
Against one of the best midfields in the competition, the 170cm youngster from Southern Districts had 21 disposals and showed dash.
But the afternoon proved a big percentage-booster for Vic Metro, which improved its win-loss record to 3-1.
Vic Country remains undefeated and will win the national titles should it maintain its unbeaten run. However, if it drops a match the under-18 championships could come down to a matter of percentage.
(http://mm.afl.com.au/Portals/0/cameron-guthie-7246a.jpg)
Cameron Guthie was again in Vic Metro's best
http://www.afl.com.au/news/newsarticle/tabid/208/newsid/96954/default.aspx
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Gee I was wondering who this bloke May was, picking up 24 possies in three quarters in a side getting belted. Had assumed he was a mid, but a tall forward having a run on the ball - that's pretty impressive.
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Here's Steven MAY's profile - 10/1/92, 190cm, 93kg from Southern Districts
Marchback is a 200cm, 89kg ruckman. Probably not a surprise he was named in the bests against the shorter NT kids.
Caddy and Guthrie are 186cm mids. Maybe types we'll consider in the 2nd and 3rd rounds.
It sucks that the Division One games have been moved down to Geelong next week. Hard to judge these kids properly without seeing them live.
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Today's games....
Vic Country 3.1 7.8 13.8 19.13-127
Queensland 1.2 2.3 2.5 2.7-19
Q1: Smith Lamb Lynch Buntine very good for VC, Nelis and Meli for Qld
Q2: Devon Smith in everything with 17 disposals as the rain comes down again
Q3: Lynch and Siposs great for Vic C
Q4: Tom Lynch starred with 4 g and 18 p : Mitch Hallahan, Jayden Pitt also very good, Arryn Siposs excellent too
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West Aust. 3.5 7.9 9.18 10.18-78
NSW/ACT 1.0 5.2 7.2 10.2-62
Q1: very cold but no rain at the moment ; hail later they tell us !
Q2: quality game; Shane Kersten 4 goals for WA ; Bruce and Aylett good for NSW
Q3: 72-44
Q4: Close and entertaining game
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South Aust. 6.0 11.3 12.4 18.6-114
Tasmania 2.1 3.1 5.2 6.9-45
Q1: Hender 2 g for SA, Gilbee 2 g for Tas ; rain for half of qtr
Q2: Hender 4 g and Wingard starring for SA ; Gilbee has all 3g for Tas
Q3: Day prominent in 3q for SA with Gilbee Tas kicking 4 g
Q4: SA won 114-45
Table:
Vic C 16 pts
SA 12 pts
Vic M 12 pts
WA 8 pts
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seen just some hilights of the games, jacobs and atley good players, also like conca from wa, he seems a good player as well.
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Vic Country in box seat in U18 championships
By Tim Roman
Sat 26 June, 2010
A TRIPLE-header at a cold and wet Visy Park on Saturday closed out the penultimate round of the NAB AFL Under-18 Championships and left Vic Country in pole position to take the 2010 title.
Country dominated Queensland to remain the competition’s only undefeated team, running out 108-point winners and restricting its opponent to two goals.
For the Victorians, Tom Lynch played a fine game up forward kicking four goals and gathering 18 possessions while Devon Smith was a consistent threat, picking up numerous touches through the midfield. James Nelis and Liam Rutledge were the shining lights for Queensland.
The win puts Country in control of its destiny, knowing that a win on Wednesday against South Australia will secure its first championship since 2003.
The South Australians warmed up for their clash with an easy 75-point win over Tasmania. Lewis Hender kicked four goals for the Croweaters, while Jacob Gilbee kicked four for Tassie.
In the day’s other game an inaccurate Western Australian beat NSW/ACT by 16 points in an entertaining match. Shane Kersten was outstanding for WA, kicking four goals, while Kane Murphy was best for NSW/ACT, kicking three.
The final round of the championships will take place over two days this week, the AFL having taken the decision last week to move the games from Etihad Stadium.
On Tuesday, division two teams will play off, with Queensland meeting Northern Territory and Tasmania playing NSW/ACT at Visy Park.
Wednesday will see Skilled Stadium in Geelong host division one games between Vic Metro and WA and a top of the table clash between Vic Country and South Australia which will determine the final winner of the championship.
2010 NAB AFL Under 18 Championships - Round four results
Vic Country 19.13 (127) d Queensland 2.7 (19)
Goals
Vic Country: Tom Lynch 4, Jayden Pitt 3, Adam Treloar 2, Luke Dahlhaus 2, Dyson Heppell, Billie Smedts, Shaun Atley, Tim Northe, Mitch Fisher, Arryn Siposs, Lucus Cook, Josh Walker
QldD: James Nelis, Liam Rutledge
Best
Vic Country: Tom Lynch, Mitchell Hallahan, Devon Smith, Dyson Heppell, Jed Lamb, John Ceglar
Qld: Tom Bell, Luke Shreeve, Brad Slater, James Nelis
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Western Australia 10.18 (78) d NSW/ACT 10.2 (62)
Goals
WA: Shane Kersten 4, Harley Bennell 2, Kieran Butcher, Reece Conca, Shane Nelson, Jack Darling
NSW/ACT: Kane Murphy 3, Josh Bruce 3, Josh Cole, Ben Reid, James Webster, Kurt Aylett
Best
WA: Shane Kersten, Reece Conca, Ben Newton, Kieran Butcher
NSW/ACT: Kane Murphy, Josh Bruce, Ben Reid, Mark Whiley, Tim Segrave, Steven Joliffe
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South Australia 18.6 (114) d Tasmania 6.3 (39)
Goals
SA: Lewis Hender 4, Sam Gray 2, Chad Winguard 2, Sam Day 2, Matthew Snook, Dylan Ribbons, Jared Polec, Brodie Smith, Jake Von Bertouch, Zak Fitzgerald, Darcy Armfeild, Scott Lycett
Tas: Jacob Gillbee 4, Charlie Riewoldt, Ryan Bailey
Best
SA: Zak Fitzgerald, Brodie Smith, Chad Winguard, Josh Farmer, Sam Gray, Matthew Snook
Tas: Jacob Gillbee, Andrew Phillips, Rhys Mott, Josh Green, Sam Darley, Quade Byard
Final Round NAB AFL Under 18 Championships
Tuesday, June 29
Queensland v Northern Territory 12.30pm, Visy Park
Tasmania v NSW/ACT 2.30pm, Visy Park
Wednesday, June 30
Vic Metro v Western Australia 12.35pm, Skilled Stadium
Vic Country v South Australia 2.45pm, Skilled Stadium
http://www.afl.com.au/news/newsarticle/tabid/208/newsid/96979/default.aspx
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Vic Country continues red-hot winning streak
EMMA QUAYLE
June 27, 2010
Dandenong player Tom Lynch kicked four goals for Country in its win, playing with plenty of energy at centre half-forward, while midfielder Shaun Atley was quick and effective inside the packs, Mitch Hallahan damaging outside them, particularly in the first half, and both Billie Smedts and Dyson Heppell calm across the half-back line.
Jayden Pitt's cleverness and class in the forward line was important too, while coach Robert Hyde was pleased with Jed Lamb's ability to push up on to a wing and prove he can be more than a mid-sized marking forward.
Other players to stand out included Josh Bruce, NSW/ACT's robust forward and a probable Team GWS target, as well as Kane Murphy - the son of former Sydney player David, tied to St Kilda under the NSW scholarship scheme - who kicked three skilful goals, including one tight running shot from the boundary line.
WA forward Jack Darling had a notable size advantage on those around him, but still attacked his opponents with fierce tackling and won most of his 22 possessions in contested situations, while midfielder Harley Bennell's best moments were very good, including a few sublime traps and one long romp down the wing, which finished in a goal.
Both of South Australia's big men - Scott Lycett and Daniel Gorringe, potential top-10 picks - dominated the ruck contests, SA recording 50 hit-outs to Tasmania's 20. The pair looked agile, competitive and able to hold marks when they were moved forward.
SA onballers Jared Polec and Chad Wingard - the latter not available until the 2011 draft - had classy moments, while playing loose across half-back, 195-centimetre potential top-three pick Sam Day looked smoother as the game unfolded, his marking and long kicking a feature.
(http://images.theage.com.au/2010/06/26/1647255/svSHAUN-420x0.jpg)
Country prospect Shaun Atley gets a kick away during yesterday's win. Photo: Ken Irwin
http://www.theage.com.au/afl/afl-news/vic-country-continues-redhot-winning-streak-20100626-zazg.html
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Territory outlasts Queensland at U18 titles
By Ben Broad
Tue 29 June, 2010
Northern Territory 2.1 7.5 10.5 12.7-79
Queensland 1.5 2.8 5.10 9.10-64
Q1: Dean Staunton with 11 disposals best NT
Q2: NT Edwards 2 g Wray 2g with Staunton in everything
Q3: 7 degrees testing !!! Shreeve prominent for Q ( 14 p) and Edwards 3 g for NT
Q4: NT won 79 - 64
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THE NORTHERN Territory has ensured its 2010 NAB AFL Under-18 Championships campaign has finished in style, outlasting a gallant Queensland side by 15 points at a blustery Visy Park on Tuesday.
Both teams entered their final match of the championships without a win and were simply playing for pride, and the NT set up its victory with a seven-goal first half.
Cool and swirly conditions didn’t make for much of a spectacle, but the NT did manage to boot 7.5 to 2.8 in the first half and seemed to have control.
Queensland hit back in the second half but each time it got within serious striking distance, the NT responded to kill off any threat. The NT eventually won 12.7 (79) to 9.10 (64).
Much of the NT’s early ascendancy was due to the brilliance of youngster and likely Greater Western Sydney target Shaun Edwards.
The 16-year-old cut loose just before half time, booting two goals and using his dash to give his side the edge heading into the break. He finished with three majors.
Dean Staunton continued his outstanding carnival. He had 26 possessions - 18 in the first half - five inside 50s and six tackles to be a catalyst for the NT.
While he wasn’t as prolific after half time, he sealed his team’s win with two goals in the final term, one a superb running effort from just inside 50m that halted Queensland’s momentum.
Steven May, another of NT’s big guns, was also a significant contributor after a subdued first half. He moved from a midfield role to attack and finished the match with two important goals.
Queensland’s Adam Oxley was terrific, booting 3.3 to keep his side in it early and provide spark up forward.
Luke Shreeve (16 disposals, eight inside 50s) and Jake Crawford (15 touches, five tackles) also worked hard for Queensland while ruckman Tom Hickey helped turn the tide his side’s way in the second half.
He not only had 29 hit-outs, but looked dangerous in attack and booted a goal.
However it wasn’t enough, with Staunton and May holding sway for the NT and making sure their team’s final match of the championships was a success.
http://www.afl.com.au/news/newsarticle/tabid/208/newsid/97126/default.aspx
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Tassie wins U18 Division Two title
By Ben Broad
5:55 PM Tue 29 June, 2010
Tasmania: 4.0 9.0 10.3 13.6 (84)
NSW/ACT: 2.1 3.1 4.4 6.6 (42)
GOALS
TAS: Charlie Riewoldt 4, Jacob Gillbee 2, Sam Rainbird 2, Jimmy Webster, Michael Musicka, Sam Darley, Andrew Phillips, Cody Thorp
NSW/ACT: Blake Bray 2, Josh Bruce 2, Kane Murphy, Wade Hancock
BEST
TAS: Rhys Mott, Sam Darley, Sam Rundle, Jacob Gillbee, Joseph Groenewegen, Andrew Phillips, Rudy Barrett
NSW/ACT: Alex Overs, Josh Bruce, Mark Whiley, Anthony Miles, Jarred Lane, Sam Martyn
The following players received their State MVP awards:
Tasmania: Joshua Green
NSW/ACT: Anthony Miles
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TASMANIA has scored an upset win over NSW/ACT to claim the Division Two title at the 2010 NAB AFL Under-18 Championships.
Both teams entered the match with 2-2 records, having beaten their fellow division two opponents but suffered losses against those states vying for the division one title.
However the NSW/ACT side had fared better in its matches against superior opposition and entered the match a warm favourite.
But Tasmania showed little regard for any favourite tag, careering away in the first half before eventually winning by 42 points, 13.6 (84) to 6.6 (42).
Matthew Armstrong’s side had to achieve its win without skipper and playmaker Josh Green, who left the field in the first term with a fractured rib.
But the likes of Rhys Mott (27 disposals, four clearances) and Jacob Gillbee (17, four clearances) stepped up in their captain’s absence.
Sam Darley, who enjoyed a stellar carnival, was also superb as he consistently won the ball and used it with precision either when transferring it from defence or taking it inside 50.
While that trio won plenty of footy, the Tasmanians rarely missed when they went inside 50.
Charlie Riewoldt, bother of Richmond spearhead Jack, enjoyed a great second term to boot three goals and the Tasmanians went to the main break leading 9.0 to 3.1.
NSW/ACT star Anthony Miles (18 possessions, seven clearances) lifted after half time and Kurt Aylett (14 disposals, five hardball gets) also tried to get his team back into the contest.
Key forward Josh Bruce (13 disposals, two goals) started to get his hands on the ball, but the Rams simply had too much ground to make up.
Tasmania led by 35 points at the final break, and when Riewoldt seized his chance to boot his fourth mid-way through the final term it was game over.
When the final siren sounded Tasmania celebrated its second division two title of the past three years.
http://www.afl.com.au/news/newsarticle/tabid/208/newsid/97143/default.aspx
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Pics from today's Division 2 games
NT vs QLD
http://images.slatterymedia.com/photography/results/?q=collection:2010%20NAB%20AFL%20Under%2018%20Championship%20-%20QLD%20v%20NT&sub_code=all (http://images.slatterymedia.com/photography/results/?q=collection:2010%20NAB%20AFL%20Under%2018%20Championship%20-%20QLD%20v%20NT&sub_code=all)
Tasmania vs NSW/ACT
http://images.slatterymedia.com/photography/results/?q=collection:2010%20NAB%20AFL%20Under%2018%20Championship%20-%20TAS%20v%20NSW%20ACT&sub_code=all (http://images.slatterymedia.com/photography/results/?q=collection:2010%20NAB%20AFL%20Under%2018%20Championship%20-%20TAS%20v%20NSW%20ACT&sub_code=all)
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Quarter time
Vic Metro 2.3-15
WA 2.2-14
Jack Darling kicks a long bomb after the siren to put WA within a point
A reminder today's games are live on Foxsports.
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Half time.
Vic M 5.5.35
WA 5.4.34
Josh Caddy superb so far with 13 possies incl 5 clearances
Darling up forward for WA w. 2 goals and an assist; Jacobs, Watson and Gaff all prolific for Vic M
Gee there's some skill on display here. Kieran Harper blind turn and dribbles it through from the pocket
Matt Watson 9 touches so far for Vic M, Warrick Andreoli 9 for WA.
http://twitter.com/search?q=%23nabaflu18s
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3/4 time at Skilled.
Vic M 9.7.61
WA 7.5.47.
Gaff 21 touches for Vic M,
Andreoli and Coniglio 15 for WA.
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Vic M by 19pts.
Touches:
Vic Metro
Gaff 23
Caddy 23 incl 10 clearances
Watson 22 from defence
WA:
Coniglio 18
Andreoli 17
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SA forward Sam Day lit up the crowd with a HUGE leap! in the first quarter. Couldn't drag the grab in though.
Scores were level at 2.1.13 at quarter. No big touch-getters yet. Devon Smith 4 tackles.
It's official, Shaun Atley is my favourite this year. Every time I think "who was that?" it's him.
Half-way through the 2nd and no goals yet - Vic Country 2.4.16 vs SA 2.2.14.
Heavy rain falling now.
http://twitter.com/search?q=%23nabaflu18s
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Half time
Vic C 4.6.30
SA 3.4.22.
Jed Lamb playing a nice game for Vic Country so far, sporting the brightest yellow boots you would ever see!
Unofficial estimates put the crowd at around 2000.
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Vic Metro too strong for WA in Under-18 titles
By Jason Phelan
3:18 PM Wed 30 June, 2010
Vic Metro 2.3 5.5 9.7 11.8 (74)
WA 2.2 5.4 7.5 8.7 (55)
A STRONG second-half performance has seen Vic Metro record a 19-point victory over Western Australia on the last day of the 2010 NAB AFL Under-18 Championships at Skilled Stadium.
The Victorians held a slender one-point lead at half time, but they outscored Western Australia six goals to three after the break to win 11.8 (74) to 8.7 (55).
Metro was well-served by its onball brigade with Andrew Gaff (24 disposals), Josh Caddy (23) and Matthew Watson (22) helping their side get on top around the stoppages.
Victorian Kieran Harper was the dominant forward on the day, finishing with four goals, including a brilliant effort to give his side back the lead late in the first half.
With the ball forced loose in a tackle deep in the pocket, Harper took possession, neatly dodged an oncoming tackler and threaded a spectacular goal from an acute angle.
Western Australia led briefly early in the third quarter thanks to an Alex Fasolo goal, but the Vics put on the next three to open up a commanding lead that wouldn't be headed.
Steven Coniglio led the way for WA with 18 possessions and Warrick Andreoli (17) and Fasolo (16) also worked hard, but highly-rated prospect Harley Bennell had a quiet day with just eight touches.
Jack Darling and Shane Kersten led the scoring for Western Australia with two goals apiece.
Vic Metro finishes the carnival with four wins and one loss, with the champion to be decided when South Australia takes on Vic Country in the final game on Wednesday afternoon.
http://www.afl.com.au/tabid/208/default.aspx?newsid=97210
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3/4 time and there's an all-in blue on. The recruiters aren't interested in the best right hook boys! Vic C 5.7.37 v SA 5.4.34.
Last Qtr
Sam Day drills a lovely set shot for SA but Treloar answers with a ripper on the run from 50. He's been huge. SA 3pts clear.
13 mins gone final quarter. SA 7.5.47 lead Vic C 6.8.44. Both sides desperate. Good to watch.
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All over.
SA 8.7.55 defeated Vic Country 7.9.51
but Vic C claim the title with their better %
Brodie Smith 26 touches, 6 tackles and 8 inside 50s for SA.
Adam Treloar 21 touches and a goal for Vic Country.
Gorringe 3 goals for SA.
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Vic Country crowned U18 Champions! First time since 2003. Vic Metro and WA shared every title from 2004-09.
WA's Harley Bennell wins medal for Div 1 B&F
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Vic Country claims U18 title
By Jason Phelan
5:31 PM Wed 30 June, 2010
SOUTH AUST 2.1 3.4 5.4 8.7 (55)
VIC COUNTRY 2.1 4.6 5.7 7.9 (51)
GOALS
SA: Daniel Gorringe 3, Sam Gray, Matthew Rankine, Jared Polec, Jamie Solly, Sam Day
Vic Country: Josh Walker 2, Adam Treloar, Jed Lamb, Taylor Adams, Tom Lynch, Lucas Cook
BEST
SA: Brodie Smith, Daniel Gorringe, Jared Polec, Jarred Schiller, Sam Gray, Luke Davis, Patrick McCartny, Scott Lycett
Vic Country: Dyson Heppell, Shaun Atley, Adam Treloar, Jed Lamb, Mitchell Hallahan, Billie Smedts
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VIC COUNTRY has taken out the 2010 NAB AFL Under-18 Championships despite going down to South Australia by four points at Skilled Stadium on Wednesday.
The Vics entered the final undefeated with a healthy percentage, with the Croweaters needing to win by a large margin to claim the national Division One crown.
The fiercely-fought encounter was in the balance right to the end with the 8.7 (55) to 7.9 (51) defeat enough to see Country take out overall honours.
Adam Treloar was influential for the Vics with 21 possessions while Shaun Atley (16), Jed Lamb (16) and Dyson Heppell (16) were all busy.
Brodie Smith was a standout for SA with 26 touches, with Jared Polec (20) and Sam Gray (19) providing excellent support. Daniel Gorringe was the leading goal kicker on the ground with three.
The tense match had all the hallmarks of a grand final, with players on both sides appearing nervous in the early going.
The sides were deadlocked at the first change despite the efforts of Country's Josh Walker who booted two goals in the opening term.
The Victorians were left to rue missed opportunities in the second quarter as they sent five shots on goal in a row wide of the mark, allowing SA to hit the lead. It was short-lived, however, with the Vics booting the last two goals of the term despite the onset of heavy rain which made conditions treacherous.
The teams continued to go toe-to-toe in the third with the Croweaters putting through two goals to one to set up an epic final term.
Sam Gray and Sam Day put their side ahead with the first two majors and despite a brilliant running goal from Adam Treloar, Gorringe's third proved the sealer in a thrilling win for the visitors.
Both sides finished the championships with four wins and one loss each.
http://www.afl.com.au/news/newsarticle/tabid/208/newsid/97233/default.aspx
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Pics from today's U18 Division One games
Vic Metro vs WA
http://images.slatterymedia.com/photography/results/?q=collection:2010%20NAB%20AFL%20Under%2018%20Championship%20-%20Vic%20Metro%20v%20Western%20Australia&sub_code=all (http://images.slatterymedia.com/photography/results/?q=collection:2010%20NAB%20AFL%20Under%2018%20Championship%20-%20Vic%20Metro%20v%20Western%20Australia&sub_code=all)
Vic Country vs SA
http://images.slatterymedia.com/photography/results/?q=collection:2010%20NAB%20AFL%20Under%2018%20Championship%20-%20Vic%20Country%20v%20South%20Australia&sub_code=all (http://images.slatterymedia.com/photography/results/?q=collection:2010%20NAB%20AFL%20Under%2018%20Championship%20-%20Vic%20Country%20v%20South%20Australia&sub_code=all)
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seen just some hilights of the games, jacobs and atley good players, also like conca from wa, he seems a good player as well.
Conca getting alot of attention now. He is a good player - is he worth pick 6? Dunno seems like a reach. I rated him a 15 to 20 pick for the most part. Some of his kicking then seemed abit floaty for a potential pick 6 now. I would rate Polec in front of Conca at 6 but both players would be good players as would the likes of Gaff, Heppell or Atley as mids or Gorringe as a tall.