Daniel Connors [merged]

[Hellenic Tiger]

He is a rough diamond. Needs to get his attitude right as he has shown in his short time at the top level so far he has the footy nous and the skill as well as the ability to do something special and freaky which is not a thing that is taught but is part of a players character. With the right grooming he could be anything. Hopefully a 10 year player for us.

[FooffooValve]

Desperately needs to develop his right foot.

[wayne]

Desperately needs to develop his right foot.

You could say that about all left footers.

[FooffooValve]

Desperately needs to develop his right foot.

You could say that about all left footers.

No, only the ones that will do anything to get back on their left.

[one-eyed]

Rawlings was critical of Connors in his EOTT report:

"Daniel Connors
Disappointing return to VFL ranks after showing fair bit of promise at AFL level with Richmond towards the end of the season. Relied on the spectacular too often."

[FooffooValve]

Rawlings was critical of Connors in his EOTT report:

"Daniel Connors
Disappointing return to VFL ranks after showing fair bit of promise at AFL level with Richmond towards the end of the season. Relied on the spectacular too often."

Spot on. Thought he was dreadful in the final. Would hate to play forward of him.

[Stripes]

He's a strange one. I noticed he even warms up alone before games. He needs to have the value of assist stats drilled into him.

Rather than -

 always look to take the spectacular hanger - block the run of the opposition allowing your teammate to take the easy mark.
 attempt to kick a low percentage goal - look to create one for someone in a better position
 outrun or dodge past an opponent - pass it off and shepherd for you teammate
 leading out for the mark every time - block/shepherd another team mates defender to give them a clear run

Once he understands it is better to do the team things rather than always trying to do the low percentage incredible acts - he will be a better player for the Richmond Football Club.

Though a good hanger from time to time is still nice

Stripes

[one-eyed]

Daniel is coming into his 3rd year. What are your expectations for him this year and what would be a good 2009 for him?


Career so far
          Games   Disposals   Marks  Tackles  G.B
2007:     4          13.8         5.0       0.5     0.1
2008:     4          14.3         5.5       1.8     5.3

http://finalsiren.com/PlayerStats.asp?PlayerID=1780&SeasonID=ALL

at Coburg: 16 matches, 11 goals - Link

[Mr Magic]

I would be pleased with an average of

14 games, 16 disposals, 6 marks, 2.5 tackles, 16.7

I worry about Dan missing another large slab of the pre season though, he seems the type of player who can least afford to have a low fitness base. Hopefully he can contribute in the 2nd half of the year. He certainly has the raw ability to become a good player but needs to get himself 100% fit to make the most of his football talents.

[wayne]

Would have been a good chance at the Rising Star if he didn't miss some pre-season.

[mat073]

Handy back up player who will put pressure on others to perform.
Hes not in our best 22 at the moment.
Will benefit from playing in a stronger tiger team when he gets his chance.

[one-eyed]

Rumour by Brickster on BF:

"If no one believes me well so be I dont care because i know its true but ill put it out there anyway I know for FACT that Connors has a broken finger from the game on the weekend so dont be surprised to see him not play in the next few weeks. 6 weeks was word given im not sure if thats until he can play or train again."

http://www.bigfooty.com/forum/showpost.php?p=13857983&postcount=15

[mat073]

Lets hope he can play more than 4 games this year.I remember his first game against Geelong (2007)and thought he looked the goods.Hardly been seen since.

[Chuck17]

Not really expecting a lot out of him in the main side.  I think his opportunites will be limited.

In terms of Coburg though I would expect to see a very good return in stats and goals, eg average 15+ possessions and 2+ goals per game

[mightytiges]

Let's hope for Daniel's sake it's not so. His best as we saw against Hawthorn late last year is easily best 22 stuff but he needs consistency both above and below his shoulders and copping injuries doesn't help  .