Adam Thomson [merged]

[one-eyed]

A couple of youtube clips of Thomson

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c2xpl9w-LzA
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DKvsGrkWRxg&feature=related

[mightytiges]

Great another club's offcast  .

[one-eyed]

Big V clubs in hunt for Thomson
Andrew Capel | The Advertiser | Saturday 4th October 2008
                 
Adam Thomson is in demand.

Unwanted by Port Adelaide and searching for a new AFL club, midfielder Thomson is being courted by three teams in the lead-up to next weeks exchange period.

However, Adelaide, it seems, is not on his radar.

All three of Thomson's suitors are Victorian clubs, according to his manager, Justin Reid.

"There's been alot of interest in Adam from across the border," Reid said.

"You're never quite sure what will happen in trade week."

"But with the interest that's been shown - some clubs really seem to rate him - we're pretty confident Adam will have a new home by the end of the week.

"Thomson, 22, is seeking a trade after a lack of opportunities at Port, which played him just seven times this season despite starting a rebuilding program midway through the year. The Power is seeking a third-round draft pick for the hard-nosed, inside midfielder.

But it is likely to have to settle for a fourth-round pick, given Thomson is a free agent and can nominate for the pre-season draft, where Port would lose him for nothing.

Despite playing just 28 matches for the Power in four seasons after being selected at pick 11 in the 2004 national draft, Thomson has not lost faith in his ability to make it at AFL level, according to Reid.

"He's confident he's got what it takes to take his game to another level and become a regular AFL player," Reid said.

"Adam's never doubted his ability but the cards haven't fallen his way."

"He was starved of opportunities at Port and not really used to his strengths."

"He's an inside midfielder who can dish the ball out to running team-mates but Port - which drafted him as a replacement for Josh Carr - played him more as an outside player with an emphasis on kicking goals.

"If he is used the right way, I'm sure he'll have a lot of good footy in front of him.

"Reid said the Crows had not shown any interest in Thomson who had a standout season for Sturt in the SANFL.

"They've got a few players like Adam, so I think they're looking for more leg speed," he said.

http://www.news.com.au/adelaidenow/sport/football/

[Francois Jackson]

Richmond FC will never learn.

They only got one right(morton) out of how many screwups

[blaisee]

Richmond FC will never learn.

They only got one right(morton) out of how many screwups

yep scew ups, you and jack are experts on screw ups.

[TFL]

Doesnt sound like he has the greatest foot skills, if this is the case we should stay away.

[Ramps]

i think Thomson can be good run with type and very handy at the stoppages. hes not the best midfielder, but he could probably do a decent job on opposition mid.

[Francois Jackson]

Richmond FC will never learn.

They only got one right(morton) out of how many screwups

yep scew ups, you and jack are experts on screw ups.

for once id like to see you post a comment, not replying to mine.

Loser

[mightytiges]

Sounds like we might be giving up pick 58 for Thomson as we might not be using that pick anyway. I hope we have more than just 3 picks in this draft though  .

[Judge Roughneck]

Adam Thomson
Details:
Club: Murray Bridge/Sturt
DOB: 21 August 1986 Hgt: 183cm Wgt: 82kg
Position: Onballer
Natural Foot: Right

Honours:
South Australia 2004
National Draft Camp 2004

Strengths: Adam is a tough in and under midfielder who thrives at the clearances. He is very adept at getting a quick slick handball out of a pack to a waiting teammate, and was ranked in the top 10 for agility at the draft camp.

He has played a few senior games in the SANFL, and although he didn't gather many possessions he impressed with his commitment and defensive work. Thomson is also handy around the goals and a good set shot.

Weaknesses: Nothing outstanding about his game, and was slightly overshadowed by his higher profile teammates at the carnival. Lacks a bit of pace.

Footydraft.com comment: Clubs looking for an inside midfielder could do a lot worse than Thomson.

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4 years ago

[Judge Roughneck]

If we do get Thomson we have had a fair crack at the 2004 draft pool:

 - Deledio, Tambling, Meyer, Polo, Morton, Thomson
 - Thursfeild, Pattison, McGaune

[peggles]

would surely consider him with a 4th rounder, got nothing to lose really, after the 3rd round (or even 2nd round) the draft is a bit of a lottery

[bojangles17]

would surely consider him with a 4th rounder, got nothing to lose really, after the 3rd round (or even 2nd round) the draft is a bit of a lottery

im certain we wouldnt snare a 22yo with a r4 selection, mayve a R3 , I fear they would ask a R2. I would think perhaps Polo is being hawked around

[peggles]

would surely consider him with a 4th rounder, got nothing to lose really, after the 3rd round (or even 2nd round) the draft is a bit of a lottery

im certain we wouldnt snare a 22yo with a r4 selection, mayve a R3 , I fear they would ask a R2. I would think perhaps Polo is being hawked around

simply going by the article quoted above man...

Thomson, 22, is seeking a trade after a lack of opportunities at Port, which played him just seven times this season despite starting a rebuilding program midway through the year. The Power is seeking a third-round draft pick for the hard-nosed, inside midfielder.

But it is likely to have to settle for a fourth-round pick, given Thomson is a free agent and can nominate for the pre-season draft, where Port would lose him for nothing.

[WilliamPowell]

im certain we wouldnt snare a 22yo with a r4 selection, mayve a R3 , I fear they would ask a R2. I would think perhaps Polo is being hawked around

Gawd you'd hope not