From today's Age - A Flair Question.....NEVER before has football been so structured and regimented: the forward press, defensive zones, stoppage set-ups, stoppage hitting zones, kick-in plans, forward starting points, rolling up, folding back, mid turnovers, ball-movement patterns, defensive pressure acts, scoring charts, rotation plans, red-zone fatigue indicators.
Supporters of all clubs would instantly be able to name players who mystify them as to why they are not getting a regular game of senior football. They cite talent alone in their argument for more regular appearances and game time. Talent alone is no longer enough.
Shane Tuck is a case in point. Commentators and talkback callers have been mystified as to why he hasn't had more game time. The fact remains that while Tuck's numbers in terms of contested football and clearances warrant selection every week, his inability to get his head around Damien Hardwick's demands when he doesn't have the football - or is in pursuit of the football - count against him.
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