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Football => Richmond Rant => Topic started by: one-eyed on November 25, 2021, 07:46:32 PM
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Welcome to Punt Rd, Sam :)
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Sam Banks
Height: 187cm
Weight: 73kg
D.O.B: 02-04-2003
Leagues: NAB League Boys
POSITION: Midfielder/Defender
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FFBuPPaVgAcO0Wn?format=jpg&name=small)
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This will go down well on here I’m sure…..
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This year's Fraser Turner.... :shh
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Shifter & Ablett a huge wrap. That will do me.
Welcome Sam.
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Will play in the guts or midfield.
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Can he play on a wing?
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feed the kid something ffs
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Shifter & Ablett a huge wrap. That will do me.
Welcome Sam.
They did. The only thing is they have wraps on all of them.
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Highlights of Banks:
Click to watch:
(https://i.ytimg.com/vi/7aDlDArD3gg/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCPYBEIoBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLAPls81r6WHfI6pA6mzb_FMUWePlQ) (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7aDlDArD3gg)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7aDlDArD3gg
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Another kid who is way too light for AFL footy. This reminds me of the recruiting we used to do in the 90s
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he will fill out ramps, he is 187cm and young still a kid
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Another hbf what we just didn't rate the many mids that were in this draft.
Why both Banks and Brown it does not make sense.
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Another hbf what we just didn't rate the many mids that were in this draft.
Why both Banks and Brown it does not make sense.
Gez claw read a bit mate plays in the guts and wing to elite skills and kicking something we lack.
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Sam Banks profile
Height: 187cm
Weight: 73kg
D.O.B: 02-04-2003
Leagues: NAB League Boys (Clarence/Tasmania Devils)
POSITION: Medium defender/Outside midfielder
(https://cdn.central.rookieme.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Sam-Banks.jpg)
SNAPSHOT: "A smooth-moving half-back who can roll through the midfield, Banks is a great decision maker with pinpoint kicking."
Sam Banks has been a highly-touted Tasmanian prospect for a number of years now since winning the Most Valuable Player (MVP) Award for the Division 2 carnival at the 2019 AFL Under 16 Championships. Banks was a clear star for the Devils, and whilst the past two years have been tough on the Clarence ball-winner, he is a player who remains capable of being a really damaging asset when given the opportunity. With the right development, Banks is a player who in the future, could defy what is looming as a mid-to-late draft selection.
STRENGTHS:
Kicking
Decision making
Athleticism
Upside
Rebounding
IMPROVEMENTS:
Inside game
Defensive pressure
Banks is one of those players who just catches the eye. He does not need a lot of the ball to really impact a contest, and he is best utilised in a run-and-carry role, be it off a wing or half-back. He can play through the midfield as well, but his inside game is still an area which needs more consistency, and considering his ball use and decision making by foot, Banks is a player teams would rather be on the outside receiving, than wasting those talents burrowing in at ground level anyway. This season has been a bit of a write-off for Banks, who has had some injury issues that saw him play just four NAB League Boys games, and three Tasmanian State League (TSL) games for Clarence.
Banks' last game came on August 14, when he ran out for Clarence and helped the Roos upset Launceston. His full range of pinpoint kicking was on display, hitting targets over various distances. His consistency within games is still a question mark at times, with his involvement from quarter to quarter wavering, though when he is on, he is incredibly damaging and even if not opting to kick, he can open up the game with his line-breaking run, to give-and-go off half-back or in the middle to create scores in transition. Banks has that licence to hit the inboard pass, and his highlights package would be as impressive as any other player.
The areas to round out his game aside from the contested work inside include his defensive pressure, with Banks that receiver who, while he still can attack the contest, is ready to go and utilise that run and carry. Both these areas of improvement come with adding size to his frame, standing at just 73kg (season start). He is a good size at 187cm, and will be a player who can settle into half-back and drive his side forward, with Banks also being a capable marker. That is more his smarts to find space and burn off opponents in transition, but he is the player that teammates like getting the ball in the hands of. If he can get some continuity and is able to build on those knocks on his game, Banks is one who will be one to watch in the future.
DRAFT RANGE: 30-60
SUMMARY:
Sam Banks is the top Tasmanian prospect on offer, and at times opinions vary on where he might land. His strengths - decision making, kicking and athleticism - make him such a damaging prospect with ball-in-hand. Though his question marks - inside game and defensive pressure, amplified by a skinnier frame - are what have him lower down in the AFL Draft pecking order. He has shown enough of the journey to earn a higher draft spot than perhaps where he ends up, and could be a bargain pick for a club willing to iron out his areas of improvement and utilise his strengths.
https://central.rookieme.com/afl/player/sam-banks/
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lol dunno bout his tumbling wormburner Georgie.
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Banks becomes another Tassie Tiger
Richmond has used its fourth selection (No. 29 overall) in the 2021 national draft to recruit Clarence defender Sam Banks.
(https://resources.richmondfc.com.au/photo-resources/2021/11/25/c19bb1cd-f16f-432d-a429-32e3d1a95d6c/258445391_326011776027416_8198449639108102912_n.png?width=952&height=592)
Recruited from: Tasmania Devils/Clarence
Position: Rebounding defender
Height: 186cm
Weight: 71kg
DOB: 2/4/03
What the Richmond recruiters say about Banks...
Sam is a skillful running type from Clarence, Tasmania, Jack Riewoldt’s junior club.
Highly regarded rebounding defender, Banks has played two years of senior Tasmanian State League football. He had a dominant Under 16 Championships in 2019, winning the Alan McLean Medal for the Best and Fairest in Division 2.
Sam's strengths in his game are his kicking, decision making, intercepting, competitiveness and running capabilities.
Sam is a highly-credentialed young man. Having been named Tasmanian Captain at all levels, he has played Under 12’s, 15’s, 16’s and 18’s.
Sam was part of the AFL Academy 2020/2021, despite having to overcome a wrist injury which impacted his 2021 season.
In his four NAB League games, he averaged 21.8 disposals, six rebound-50s and two intercept marks per game, which showcased his rebounding and intercepting ability which saw him selected in NAB Team of the year.
Sam attended the prestigious Guilford Young College in Hobart. He grew up on a farm in Whitefoord, one hour north of Hobart.
We see Sam as a versatile player, capable of playing AFL as a rebounding defender with the scope to progress to a wing and potentially a midfield role in time.
https://www.richmondfc.com.au/news/1033546/banks-becomes-another-tassie-tiger
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he will fill out ramps, he is 187cm and young still a kid
I think Sam Banks maybe alright just too light. Dont these kids eat food lol.
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Another clip of Sam Banks: https://twitter.com/Bergasms/status/1463799822083715074
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Well he at least speaks like Luke Hodge:
https://twitter.com/brentcostelloe/status/1456531738037866501
:shh
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Well he at least speaks like Luke Hodge:
https://twitter.com/brentcostelloe/status/1456531738037866501
:shh
:lol
That's uncanny!
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A message from the Apple Isle (https://abs-0.twimg.com/emoji/v2/72x72/1f34e.png)
Click to watch:
(https://pbs.twimg.com/ext_tw_video_thumb/1463816258277629955/pu/img/PMmxs389GOtS_3S6?format=jpg&name=360x360) (https://twitter.com/Richmond_FC/status/1463816285398077442)
https://twitter.com/Richmond_FC/status/1463816285398077442
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Special moment for Sam and the Banks family (https://abs-0.twimg.com/emoji/v2/72x72/1f49b.png)
Click to watch:
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FFCB_2XUUAAT-UZ?format=jpg&name=240x240) (https://twitter.com/Richmond_FC/status/1463813225418350592)
https://twitter.com/Richmond_FC/status/1463813225418350592
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BOLTER - Samuel Banks (Pick 29, Richmond)
With the second of three consecutive picks, the Tigers opted to secure Banks and go against what most had predicted, with Banks lucky to make most top 40 or 50 projections.
Listening to the attributes of Banks, however, and it’s clear why the pressure-heavy, hard-nosed Tigers opted to pursue him.
“He’s a player for mine that’s just always involved in the contest,” Mick Ablett said.
“He just tends to hang around and give himself every opportunity to get involved whether it’s at stoppage or an attacking type player with the handball receive.
“He’s a really hard worker and a traditional Tassie product who isn't afraid of contact.
“The Tigers have got themselves a nice ball-winning tough inside midfielder that can create opportunities around him.”
Kevin Sheehan was another who had Banks among the draft chances, likening him to Western Bulldogs rebound defender Bailey Dale.
“Most people hadn’t put him in their 40 or 50, but don’t forget about him,” he said.
https://www.foxsports.com.au/afl/draft/afl-draft-2021-winners-and-losers-sliders-and-bolters-biggest-surprises-hawthorn-trades-analysis/news-story/53cb637ecafbf646ed88e0a864f0ef93
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Old Figjam Jack interviewed Sam on radio today and encouraged to pull the pin at the Tigers and join the Tassie team when it comes in. Said he'd like a management role with the Tassie team so will speak to Sam at the time and said if he was in Sam's position he definitely be heading home
Should have retired the prick at the end of last year if he has that attitude.
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So we'll still get a decade out of him...presuming he makes it that is... :shh
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From a ‘little old paddock’ to Punt Road – Banks is ready to roar
by AFL Tasmania
Nov 26, 2021
Whitefoord, a suburb of just 60 people, lies in the heart of Tasmania. Few links between this rural part of the state and inner-Melbourne immediately spring to mind, however, this small community has a strong connection to the Richmond Tigers Football Club.
Sam Banks, who hails from the region, will soon find himself in the big smoke, selected by the Richmond Football Club with pick 29 in the 2021 NAB AFL Draft. He follows in the footsteps of Australian Football Hall of Fame Legend Royce Hart, also from Whitefoord, who put together a storied career in the yellow and black, booting 369 goals from 187 games.
“I come from a little suburb called Whitefoord, 20 minutes away from Oatlands,” the 19-year-old said.
“I went from Kinder to Grade 10 at the Oatlands District High School. I grew up training and playing footy with the Woodsdale Footy Club on a little old paddock, pretty much.”
“For my home ground to now be the MCG, it’s a big step but it’s unbelievable. I can’t wait.”
Banks was pinching himself the morning after his name was called out, with the Tasmania Devils captain joining fellow Tasmanians Jack Riewoldt, Toby Nankervis and Rhyan Mansell – who Banks played alongside in the NAB League – at Tigerland.
“It was a bit of shock, really. Sitting there with my mates, my family and my girlfriend. When my name got read out there was shock for the start. I’m still lost for words.
“I had some interest from them (Richmond) through my manager yesterday morning but a couple of clubs were interested.
“I spoke with Jack Riewoldt this morning on the radio and had a phone call from Tom Lynch this morning but my phone was blowing up so I missed it. I had a call from Damien (Hardwick) earlier as well. It was great to hear his voice.”
“Living away from home will be tough but it’s something I’ve got my head around. There’s a few Tassie boys at Richmond and I’m going to move in with Rhyan Mansell for a few weeks which will be good.”
Banks, who captained the Tasmania Devils in 2021, has modelled his game off a soon-to-be Tiger teammate.
“Jayden Short is one I’ve looked at as a rebounding half back. I’m really keen to learn from him.
“Brodie Smith from Adelaide is another one. They are both a similar sort of player, rebounding half backs with a good penetrating kick, which is one of my strengths.”
After an injured wrist hampered his 2021 year, Banks feared he may have slipped out of draft contention.
“Going into the year I was reasonably confident, but the wrist wreaked havoc all year and I was worried I’d slide too far and wouldn’t be taken at all. Richmond have taken a punt on me and I can’t wait to get going.
“There will be a little more rehab (for the wrist injury). Fingers crossed over the next few weeks the ligament comes good so I can get cracking as soon as I can.”
Tasmania Devils Head Coach and Talent Manager Jeromey Webberley coached Banks throughout his time at Clarence. A once Richmond player himself, Webberley is confident Banks has what it takes to make a seamless transition into an AFL environment.
“He’s easy to coach because he has high talent, he’s a professional and he picks things up really well. He’s a natural football player and won’t have any issues going into the AFL system – he’ll adapt really well.
“His running ability is a real strength. He has an AFL athletic profile, but then when the ball is in his hand his decision making and kicking ability really sets him apart.”
(https://www.afltas.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/IMG_0835-980x735.jpg)
https://www.afltas.com.au/2021/11/26/from-a-little-old-paddock-to-punt-road-banks-is-ready-to-roar/
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'Unbelievable' Tigers AFL opportunity awaits Tasmania's Sam Banks
Josh Partridge
The Advocate
27 November 2021
Watching the AFL Draft with his family, mates and his girlfriend, Sam Banks' selection at pick 29 came as a shock to him.
Despite the Tigers being one of several interested clubs, the Clarence and Devils star thought his wrist injury may set him back.
However, his name was read out and the calls followed.
"I had a phone call from Tom Lynch this morning, my phone was blowing up and I actually missed it but he sent me a message and just before I left home, I had a call from Damian [Hardwick]," Banks said.
"He's overseas at the moment but it was great to hear his voice and he's back over on Monday, so hopefully I get to meet him then."
In being drafted, Banks became the fourth Tasmanian at the Tigers by joining Jack Riewoldt, Toby Nankervis and new housemate Rhyan Mansell.
Born and raised in Whitefoord, 20 minutes south-east of Oatlands, Banks had a strong under-16 carnival as a top-aged player before continuing to improve.
One of many overseeing that rise was former Richmond player and Clarence coach Jeromey Webberley, who is now coaching the Tasmania Devils.
He said his former AFL side reached out to him several times in the past year to talk about Banks.
"The last time was probably about a month ago but there's not too much to find out about Sam really to be honest," Webberley said.
https://www.theadvocate.com.au/story/7527728/unbelievable-tigers-opportunity-awaits-whitefoords-banks/
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Richmond draftee Sam Banks - Jack and Flash - SEN Hobart - Friday 27th December
AUDIO: https://player.whooshkaa.com/episode?id=932922
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Matthew Armstrong, a Tasmanian Football Hall of Fame Legend, who had a fine playing career himself at the game’s highest level with Fitzroy and then North Melbourne, has closely followed Banks’ football fortunes throughout his time as AFL Tasmania’s southern region talent manager and is a big fan of the way the 18-year-old goes about his football.
“Sam is a versatile player who has showcased his skills across a number of positions,” Armstrong said.
“He can play wing, he can play in the midfield and he can play across half-back.
“He is an elite ball-user by foot and a fantastic athlete with good speed and good endurance.
Sam also is an outstanding leader and the consummate professional on and off the field.
“He really sets a high standard for others to follow. As a coach, you need people like that.
“If he gets into an AFL program, they’ll put 5-10 kilos on him, and I think then they’re going to have a really special player who can play many different roles.
“Because he’s got such a good footy brain, and an understanding of many roles within the team itself, it should hold him in good stead.”
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Recently-appointed Tasmania Devils coach Jeromey Webberley agreed with Armstrong’s evaluation of Banks.
Webberley, who played 16 senior games for Richmond from 2010-12, subsequently coached Banks at Tasmanian club Clarence.
“He’s easy to coach because he has high talent, he’s a professional and he picks things up really well,” Webberley said.
“He’s a natural football player and won’t have any issues going into the AFL system – he’ll adapt really well.
“His running ability is a real strength. He has an AFL athletic profile, but then when the ball is in his hand, his decision making and kicking ability really sets him apart.”
https://www.richmondfc.com.au/news/1035017/tigers-investment-in-banks-to-pay-dividends
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Another hbf what we just didn't rate the many mids that were in this draft.
Why both Banks and Brown it does not make sense.
Gez claw read a bit mate plays in the guts and wing to elite skills and kicking something we lack.
seems to me we have taken primarily a rebounding defender. He should be able to play wing as well but georgies the bits ive read say hes a defender. He even says so himself.
10 kg and we play him across H/B or wing.
The recruiters described him as a versatile player capable of playing AFL as a rebounding defender. That to me is a definate thats one role they are sure about, with the scope to progress to a wing they are saying he has the right attributes to play wing well if he can play h/b he can play wing.
they finish with Potentially a midfield role in time. Has potential for a mid field role no definates there he may in time develop into one
he may not.
His primary role has been and most likely will be as a rebounding defender.I reckon thats pretty clear.
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Will be a good player. A nick vlastuin type of recruitment. Leadership, good player, potentially a 200 gamer. It was a very sensible pick.
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Will be a good player. A nick vlastuin type of recruitment. Leadership, good player, potentially a 200 gamer. It was a very sensible pick.
Lol every kid we take is potentially a 200 gamer according to some.Nick Vlastuin was recruited as a mid that didnt work out too well he struggled in the role at afl level.
Im just putting it out there having taken Brown a rebounding defender of similar size and with Broad, Vlastuin, Stack, Short, Mansell it seemed odd that we would take another HBF when really solid mids were still available in fact better credentialled mids a lot of predictions from the so called experts had Banks going later in the draft.
But hey lets not question anything they do thats not on.
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Will be a good player. A nick vlastuin type of recruitment. Leadership, good player, potentially a 200 gamer. It was a very sensible pick.
Lol every kid we take is potentially a 200 gamer according to some.Nick Vlastuin was recruited as a mid that didnt work out too well he struggled in the role at afl level.
Im just putting it out there having taken Brown a rebounding defender of similar size and with Broad, Vlastuin, Stack, Short, Mansell it seemed odd that we would take another HBF when really solid mids were still available in fact better credentialled mids a lot of predictions from the so called experts had Banks going later in the draft.
But hey lets not question anything they do thats not on.
My recollection was he was taken as a defender and I thought I would question My memory and your facts.
From the second post in the Nick Vlastin thread on the night he was drafted.
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9. Nick Vlastuin
Former club:Northern Knights
DOB:19/04/1994
Height:186cm
Position:Defender
Weight:85kg
Player assessment
Medium midfielder/defender who attacks the ball aggressively and rarely fumbles. Strong and courageous in the air, he also excels at the stoppages. Loves the physical pressure of the game, winning contested ball and tackles strongly. Captained Vic Metro in the NAB AFL Under-18 Championships and won All-Australian honours for his work as a medium defender averaging 16.6 disposals and 4.6 marks. AIS-AFL Academy member.
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Using alternate facts to support your arguments doesn't help your credibility.
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Will be a good player. A nick vlastuin type of recruitment. Leadership, good player, potentially a 200 gamer. It was a very sensible pick.
Lol every kid we take is potentially a 200 gamer according to some.Nick Vlastuin was recruited as a mid that didnt work out too well he struggled in the role at afl level.
Im just putting it out there having taken Brown a rebounding defender of similar size and with Broad, Vlastuin, Stack, Short, Mansell it seemed odd that we would take another HBF when really solid mids were still available in fact better credentialled mids a lot of predictions from the so called experts had Banks going later in the draft.
But hey lets not question anything they do thats not on.
I enjoy your posts Craw but Flossy touted as a midfielder? :lol.
That’s right up there.
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We played him mid a bit didn't we? Heck I remember he kicked a few sensational running goals as a kid before they trained the teenage flair out of him haha
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We played him mid a bit didn't we? Heck I remember he kicked a few sensational running goals as a kid before they trained the teenage flair out of him haha
Yeah we did try him there in his 3rd or 4th year (can't remember which) but he definitely was not drafted as midfielder.
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Will be a good player. A nick vlastuin type of recruitment. Leadership, good player, potentially a 200 gamer. It was a very sensible pick.
Lol every kid we take is potentially a 200 gamer according to some.Nick Vlastuin was recruited as a mid that didnt work out too well he struggled in the role at afl level.
Im just putting it out there having taken Brown a rebounding defender of similar size and with Broad, Vlastuin, Stack, Short, Mansell it seemed odd that we would take another HBF when really solid mids were still available in fact better credentialled mids a lot of predictions from the so called experts had Banks going later in the draft.
But hey lets not question anything they do thats not on.
My recollection was he was taken as a defender and I thought I would question My memory and your facts.
From the second post in the Nick Vlastin thread on the night he was drafted.
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9. Nick Vlastuin
Former club:Northern Knights
DOB:19/04/1994
Height:186cm
Position:Defender
Weight:85kg
Player assessment
Medium midfielder/defender who attacks the ball aggressively and rarely fumbles. Strong and courageous in the air, he also excels at the stoppages. Loves the physical pressure of the game, winning contested ball and tackles strongly. Captained Vic Metro in the NAB AFL Under-18 Championships and won All-Australian honours for his work as a medium defender averaging 16.6 disposals and 4.6 marks. AIS-AFL Academy member.
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Using alternate facts to support your arguments doesn't help your credibility.
Lol what a nonsense. He played all year as a midfielder and he was widely regarded as a potential top 5 pick.
For some reason vic metro played him mostly at hb in the championships and it stuck.This is not something new it happens a lot.
Go look up the right ups on Nick he was very much regarded as a mid and we were after a mid.
Lol pick 9 on nothing but a flanker its a shame those so called alternate facts are actually true.I wonder whose credability is wanting now. You better keep working on that memory.
For what its worth i was hoping Vlastuin would get to us at our pick but when Brodie Grundie was still there i wanted us to take him.
Even after both careers to date id still take Grundy.
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Brodie is an out and out head case. An upgrade on Tyrone Vickery
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Will be a good player. A nick vlastuin type of recruitment. Leadership, good player, potentially a 200 gamer. It was a very sensible pick.
Lol every kid we take is potentially a 200 gamer according to some.Nick Vlastuin was recruited as a mid that didnt work out too well he struggled in the role at afl level.
Im just putting it out there having taken Brown a rebounding defender of similar size and with Broad, Vlastuin, Stack, Short, Mansell it seemed odd that we would take another HBF when really solid mids were still available in fact better credentialled mids a lot of predictions from the so called experts had Banks going later in the draft.
But hey lets not question anything they do thats not on.
My recollection was he was taken as a defender and I thought I would question My memory and your facts.
From the second post in the Nick Vlastin thread on the night he was drafted.
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9. Nick Vlastuin
Former club:Northern Knights
DOB:19/04/1994
Height:186cm
Position:Defender
Weight:85kg
Player assessment
Medium midfielder/defender who attacks the ball aggressively and rarely fumbles. Strong and courageous in the air, he also excels at the stoppages. Loves the physical pressure of the game, winning contested ball and tackles strongly. Captained Vic Metro in the NAB AFL Under-18 Championships and won All-Australian honours for his work as a medium defender averaging 16.6 disposals and 4.6 marks. AIS-AFL Academy member.
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Using alternate facts to support your arguments doesn't help your credibility.
Lol what a nonsense. He played all year as a midfielder and he was widely regarded as a potential top 5 pick.
For some reason vic metro played him mostly at hb in the championships and it stuck.This is not something new it happens a lot.
Go look up the right ups on Nick he was very much regarded as a mid and we were after a mid.
Lol pick 9 on nothing but a flanker its a shame those so called alternate facts are actually true.I wonder whose credability is wanting now. You better keep working on that memory.
For what its worth i was hoping Vlastuin would get to us at our pick but when Brodie Grundie was still there i wanted us to take him.
Even after both careers to date id still take Grundy.
Your loosing me Claw midfield or half back who cares played a huge part in our 3 flags that's what counts you try to find a negative in everything we do mate back the club who delivered 3 of the last 5 flags.
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Vlastuin at pick 9 in a compromised draft was a steal.
It was a pee weak year anyway.
Legitimately the only player we missed out on at P9 is Grundy and despite being a great ruck he's still flagless and overpaid. You simply don't pay a ruck anywhere near 7 figures lol. Recent premiership teams (bar Melb 2021) have basically all proved you can win a flag with a competitive ruck.
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Will be a good player. A nick vlastuin type of recruitment. Leadership, good player, potentially a 200 gamer. It was a very sensible pick.
Lol every kid we take is potentially a 200 gamer according to some.Nick Vlastuin was recruited as a mid that didnt work out too well he struggled in the role at afl level.
Im just putting it out there having taken Brown a rebounding defender of similar size and with Broad, Vlastuin, Stack, Short, Mansell it seemed odd that we would take another HBF when really solid mids were still available in fact better credentialled mids a lot of predictions from the so called experts had Banks going later in the draft.
But hey lets not question anything they do thats not on.
My recollection was he was taken as a defender and I thought I would question My memory and your facts.
From the second post in the Nick Vlastin thread on the night he was drafted.
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9. Nick Vlastuin
Former club:Northern Knights
DOB:19/04/1994
Height:186cm
Position:Defender
Weight:85kg
Player assessment
Medium midfielder/defender who attacks the ball aggressively and rarely fumbles. Strong and courageous in the air, he also excels at the stoppages. Loves the physical pressure of the game, winning contested ball and tackles strongly. Captained Vic Metro in the NAB AFL Under-18 Championships and won All-Australian honours for his work as a medium defender averaging 16.6 disposals and 4.6 marks. AIS-AFL Academy member.
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Using alternate facts to support your arguments doesn't help your credibility.
Lol what a nonsense. He played all year as a midfielder and he was widely regarded as a potential top 5 pick.
For some reason vic metro played him mostly at hb in the championships and it stuck.This is not something new it happens a lot.
Go look up the right ups on Nick he was very much regarded as a mid and we were after a mid.
Lol pick 9 on nothing but a flanker its a shame those so called alternate facts are actually true.I wonder whose credability is wanting now. You better keep working on that memory.
For what its worth i was hoping Vlastuin would get to us at our pick but when Brodie Grundie was still there i wanted us to take him.
Even after both careers to date id still take Grundy.
Well what I saw an read he was a defender in my mind. You are correct that he was promoted as a midfield in many (not all) in write ups. As far a playing him as a mid and not working out well he was played down back for a long time before given a good try in the midfield. Not exactly the way you put it as a mid that didn't work out. To me he has been a fantastic player for us and a big part of our three flags.
What I would really love to know is why you come here and constantly bag our players and supporters especially in a successful era that some of us have been waiting for for many decades ?. What is the point ? Is it you just want to pee people of, do you get something from it? I'm sure there is a name for somebody that does that, I just can't remember it.
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As I’ve said in the past, Craws posts are a good provocation to a forum.
He simply cannot concede when wrong.
It’s very common that junior footballers star as midfielders at underage level before playing elsewhere in the AFL.
There aren’t too many homegrown back flankers in my son’s div 1 smjfl side but i reckon a couple will get drafted and end up there once they hit the afl. Look at it this way, your best juniors who are more suited to a flank are head and shoulders your best player so you are not going to waste them on a back flank. We play them in various spots for development but when the whips are cracking they go straight into the guts. Doesn’t necessarily make them afl mids and our job is to show clubs they can play in different spots on the ground.
I reckon that’s what happen with Floss.
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Will be a good player. A nick vlastuin type of recruitment. Leadership, good player, potentially a 200 gamer. It was a very sensible pick.
Lol every kid we take is potentially a 200 gamer according to some.Nick Vlastuin was recruited as a mid that didnt work out too well he struggled in the role at afl level.
Im just putting it out there having taken Brown a rebounding defender of similar size and with Broad, Vlastuin, Stack, Short, Mansell it seemed odd that we would take another HBF when really solid mids were still available in fact better credentialled mids a lot of predictions from the so called experts had Banks going later in the draft.
But hey lets not question anything they do thats not on.
My recollection was he was taken as a defender and I thought I would question My memory and your facts.
From the second post in the Nick Vlastin thread on the night he was drafted.
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9. Nick Vlastuin
Former club:Northern Knights
DOB:19/04/1994
Height:186cm
Position:Defender
Weight:85kg
Player assessment
Medium midfielder/defender who attacks the ball aggressively and rarely fumbles. Strong and courageous in the air, he also excels at the stoppages. Loves the physical pressure of the game, winning contested ball and tackles strongly. Captained Vic Metro in the NAB AFL Under-18 Championships and won All-Australian honours for his work as a medium defender averaging 16.6 disposals and 4.6 marks. AIS-AFL Academy member.
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Using alternate facts to support your arguments doesn't help your credibility.
Lol what a nonsense. He played all year as a midfielder and he was widely regarded as a potential top 5 pick.
For some reason vic metro played him mostly at hb in the championships and it stuck.This is not something new it happens a lot.
Go look up the right ups on Nick he was very much regarded as a mid and we were after a mid.
Lol pick 9 on nothing but a flanker its a shame those so called alternate facts are actually true.I wonder whose credability is wanting now. You better keep working on that memory.
For what its worth i was hoping Vlastuin would get to us at our pick but when Brodie Grundie was still there i wanted us to take him.
Even after both careers to date id still take Grundy.
Your loosing me Claw midfield or half back who cares played a huge part in our 3 flags that's what counts you try to find a negative in everything we do mate back the club who delivered 3 of the last 5 flags.
Will be a good player. A nick vlastuin type of recruitment. Leadership, good player, potentially a 200 gamer. It was a very sensible pick.
Lol every kid we take is potentially a 200 gamer according to some.Nick Vlastuin was recruited as a mid that didnt work out too well he struggled in the role at afl level.
Im just putting it out there having taken Brown a rebounding defender of similar size and with Broad, Vlastuin, Stack, Short, Mansell it seemed odd that we would take another HBF when really solid mids were still available in fact better credentialled mids a lot of predictions from the so called experts had Banks going later in the draft.
But hey lets not question anything they do thats not on.
My recollection was he was taken as a defender and I thought I would question My memory and your facts.
From the second post in the Nick Vlastin thread on the night he was drafted.
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9. Nick Vlastuin
Former club:Northern Knights
DOB:19/04/1994
Height:186cm
Position:Defender
Weight:85kg
Player assessment
Medium midfielder/defender who attacks the ball aggressively and rarely fumbles. Strong and courageous in the air, he also excels at the stoppages. Loves the physical pressure of the game, winning contested ball and tackles strongly. Captained Vic Metro in the NAB AFL Under-18 Championships and won All-Australian honours for his work as a medium defender averaging 16.6 disposals and 4.6 marks. AIS-AFL Academy member.
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Using alternate facts to support your arguments doesn't help your credibility.
Lol what a nonsense. He played all year as a midfielder and he was widely regarded as a potential top 5 pick.
For some reason vic metro played him mostly at hb in the championships and it stuck.This is not something new it happens a lot.
Go look up the right ups on Nick he was very much regarded as a mid and we were after a mid.
Lol pick 9 on nothing but a flanker its a shame those so called alternate facts are actually true.I wonder whose credability is wanting now. You better keep working on that memory.
For what its worth i was hoping Vlastuin would get to us at our pick but when Brodie Grundie was still there i wanted us to take him.
Even after both careers to date id still take Grundy.
Your loosing me Claw midfield or half back who cares played a huge part in our 3 flags that's what counts you try to find a negative in everything we do mate back the club who delivered 3 of the last 5 flags.
Sorry Georgies what negative? In reply to a post all i basically said was Vlastuin was drafted as a mid that didnt turn out in that role but became a very good defender.where is the bagging.
And yes if given the choice between Grundy and Vlastuin again id still prefer Grundy.But hey i suppose to come to that sort of conclusion you have to take the blinkers off on opposition players.The only other thing i did is question why we took two HBF in regards to Banks wen we had already taken Brown and had so many similar options already on the list.What we can't question these things?
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Who was the player you would have picked claw instead of Banks.
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I would have gone Bazzo, howes or Draper, maybe Williams. The club does their homework these days so hoping my opinion is wrong and this bloke is a gem
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Will be a good player. A nick vlastuin type of recruitment. Leadership, good player, potentially a 200 gamer. It was a very sensible pick.
Lol every kid we take is potentially a 200 gamer according to some.Nick Vlastuin was recruited as a mid that didnt work out too well he struggled in the role at afl level.
Im just putting it out there having taken Brown a rebounding defender of similar size and with Broad, Vlastuin, Stack, Short, Mansell it seemed odd that we would take another HBF when really solid mids were still available in fact better credentialled mids a lot of predictions from the so called experts had Banks going later in the draft.
But hey lets not question anything they do thats not on.
My recollection was he was taken as a defender and I thought I would question My memory and your facts.
From the second post in the Nick Vlastin thread on the night he was drafted.
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9. Nick Vlastuin
Former club:Northern Knights
DOB:19/04/1994
Height:186cm
Position:Defender
Weight:85kg
Player assessment
Medium midfielder/defender who attacks the ball aggressively and rarely fumbles. Strong and courageous in the air, he also excels at the stoppages. Loves the physical pressure of the game, winning contested ball and tackles strongly. Captained Vic Metro in the NAB AFL Under-18 Championships and won All-Australian honours for his work as a medium defender averaging 16.6 disposals and 4.6 marks. AIS-AFL Academy member.
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Using alternate facts to support your arguments doesn't help your credibility.
Lol what a nonsense. He played all year as a midfielder and he was widely regarded as a potential top 5 pick.
For some reason vic metro played him mostly at hb in the championships and it stuck.This is not something new it happens a lot.
Go look up the right ups on Nick he was very much regarded as a mid and we were after a mid.
Lol pick 9 on nothing but a flanker its a shame those so called alternate facts are actually true.I wonder whose credability is wanting now. You better keep working on that memory.
For what its worth i was hoping Vlastuin would get to us at our pick but when Brodie Grundie was still there i wanted us to take him.
Even after both careers to date id still take Grundy.
Your loosing me Claw midfield or half back who cares played a huge part in our 3 flags that's what counts you try to find a negative in everything we do mate back the club who delivered 3 of the last 5 flags.
Will be a good player. A nick vlastuin type of recruitment. Leadership, good player, potentially a 200 gamer. It was a very sensible pick.
Lol every kid we take is potentially a 200 gamer according to some.Nick Vlastuin was recruited as a mid that didnt work out too well he struggled in the role at afl level.
Im just putting it out there having taken Brown a rebounding defender of similar size and with Broad, Vlastuin, Stack, Short, Mansell it seemed odd that we would take another HBF when really solid mids were still available in fact better credentialled mids a lot of predictions from the so called experts had Banks going later in the draft.
But hey lets not question anything they do thats not on.
My recollection was he was taken as a defender and I thought I would question My memory and your facts.
From the second post in the Nick Vlastin thread on the night he was drafted.
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9. Nick Vlastuin
Former club:Northern Knights
DOB:19/04/1994
Height:186cm
Position:Defender
Weight:85kg
Player assessment
Medium midfielder/defender who attacks the ball aggressively and rarely fumbles. Strong and courageous in the air, he also excels at the stoppages. Loves the physical pressure of the game, winning contested ball and tackles strongly. Captained Vic Metro in the NAB AFL Under-18 Championships and won All-Australian honours for his work as a medium defender averaging 16.6 disposals and 4.6 marks. AIS-AFL Academy member.
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Using alternate facts to support your arguments doesn't help your credibility.
Lol what a nonsense. He played all year as a midfielder and he was widely regarded as a potential top 5 pick.
For some reason vic metro played him mostly at hb in the championships and it stuck.This is not something new it happens a lot.
Go look up the right ups on Nick he was very much regarded as a mid and we were after a mid.
Lol pick 9 on nothing but a flanker its a shame those so called alternate facts are actually true.I wonder whose credability is wanting now. You better keep working on that memory.
For what its worth i was hoping Vlastuin would get to us at our pick but when Brodie Grundie was still there i wanted us to take him.
Even after both careers to date id still take Grundy.
Your loosing me Claw midfield or half back who cares played a huge part in our 3 flags that's what counts you try to find a negative in everything we do mate back the club who delivered 3 of the last 5 flags.
Sorry Georgies what negative? In reply to a post all i basically said was Vlastuin was drafted as a mid that didnt turn out in that role but became a very good defender.where is the bagging.
And yes if given the choice between Grundy and Vlastuin again id still prefer Grundy.But hey i suppose to come to that sort of conclusion you have to take the blinkers off on opposition players.The only other thing i did is question why we took two HBF in regards to Banks wen we had already taken Brown and had so many similar options already on the list.What we can't question these things?
To put a blanket over them because Vlaustin couldn't make it in the guts is wrong let's wait and see.
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It doesnt matter where he plays if he plays 150 to 200 games his drafting will have been a success
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Who was the player you would have picked claw instead of Banks.
Mate for me it was not just about the ND to correct some list short comings. For me it went all the way back to the 2021 mid season draft. Trade and F/A periods as well. Not saying we get all of them but Sclhensog mssd, Skinner f/a, Finlayson Trade, and Dunstan F/A were all players i would have been into prior to the ND.
Let me make it clear im not disappointed with any of the kids we took but i dont think we addressed our most glaring list short comings
That being an ageing midfield and just two key fwds.
On your question the answer is i probably would not have taken Brown at pick 17 and been happy to take Banks where we did.
If we were taking a mid or even H/B at 17 it would have been Goater or used it on JVR or a big mid type like Johnson.
Whilst im happy with the Gibcus pick i personally would have taken one of Erasmus or Hobbs. The reasons are simple our mids are aging
and with Tarrant, Grimes, Balta, Nyuon, and Miller it was not a serious need with the likelyhood of a tall defender being there at 28.
Going off memory i think on the day with the first 4 i went
9/ Erasmus - 188cm MID with much upside imo. Happy as larry with Gibcus.
17/ JVR. - Arguably the most highly rated KPF. Only his teammate Amiss was rated as high. Brown maybe a gun but the need was for a KEY fwd
28/ Bazzo - Arguably the 3rd best KPD behind only Gibcus and maybe Alleer. Having not taken Gibcus at 9 then this made sense.I had had him around here a long way out.
29/ Sonsie - Highly rated mid with silky skills before injury was rated top 10.
30/ Was Happy with the Clarke pick here even Banks would have been happy Liked the look of Howes and Draper.
Remember this is based on needs or greatest needs. Tall in particular fwds and mids for me was the greatest need and imo continues to be.
As for the kids we took well as stated im not upset with any of them
Gibcus looks a beut long term key defender.
Brown is a rangy 187cm hb with great pace good athletically and good by foot but was it a big need.
Sonsie was the best remaining mid available and the more i find on him the more i like.
Clarke to me made sense because i have little faith in the small fwds we have especially Aarts and Castagna.he looks likely.
Banks again looks to be a good pacy rangy running type with good skills. Just that having taken Brown i thought we could address other needs with this late pick.
Again im not having a go at the kids we took i just dont think we addressed our biggest needs.
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A balanced thought out response expressing a reasonable opinion , hard to argue with that.
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I concur clawski
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I’ve always thought we should draft for talent and trade / recruit F/A’s for key gaps in the list.
I think we drafted a fair bit of talent. Hopefully we have a few F/A’s in mind for next season when a few of the ageing stars retire.
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Who was the player you would have picked claw instead of Banks.
Mate for me it was not just about the ND to correct some list short comings. For me it went all the way back to the 2021 mid season draft. Trade and F/A periods as well. Not saying we get all of them but Sclhensog mssd, Skinner f/a, Finlayson Trade, and Dunstan F/A were all players i would have been into prior to the ND.
Let me make it clear im not disappointed with any of the kids we took but i dont think we addressed our most glaring list short comings
That being an ageing midfield and just two key fwds.
On your question the answer is i probably would not have taken Brown at pick 17 and been happy to take Banks where we did.
If we were taking a mid or even H/B at 17 it would have been Goater or used it on JVR or a big mid type like Johnson.
Whilst im happy with the Gibcus pick i personally would have taken one of Erasmus or Hobbs. The reasons are simple our mids are aging
and with Tarrant, Grimes, Balta, Nyuon, and Miller it was not a serious need with the likelyhood of a tall defender being there at 28.
Going off memory i think on the day with the first 4 i went
9/ Erasmus - 188cm MID with much upside imo. Happy as larry with Gibcus.
17/ JVR. - Arguably the most highly rated KPF. Only his teammate Amiss was rated as high. Brown maybe a gun but the need was for a KEY fwd
28/ Bazzo - Arguably the 3rd best KPD behind only Gibcus and maybe Alleer. Having not taken Gibcus at 9 then this made sense.I had had him around here a long way out.
29/ Sonsie - Highly rated mid with silky skills before injury was rated top 10.
30/ Was Happy with the Clarke pick here even Banks would have been happy Liked the look of Howes and Draper.
Remember this is based on needs or greatest needs. Tall in particular fwds and mids for me was the greatest need and imo continues to be.
As for the kids we took well as stated im not upset with any of them
Gibcus looks a beut long term key defender.
Brown is a rangy 187cm hb with great pace good athletically and good by foot but was it a big need.
Sonsie was the best remaining mid available and the more i find on him the more i like.
Clarke to me made sense because i have little faith in the small fwds we have especially Aarts and Castagna.he looks likely.
Banks again looks to be a good pacy rangy running type with good skills. Just that having taken Brown i thought we could address other needs with this late pick.
Again im not having a go at the kids we took i just dont think we addressed our biggest needs.
The only question in that draft order is that by taking Eramus early then the draft strategy of every club changes and whether your selections would be available to us at those picks, especially Sonsie.
Fremantle took Eramus at the next pick. Do they take Gibcus or Hobbs or Johnson or even JVR?
All guess work now
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A balanced thought out response expressing a reasonable opinion , hard to argue with that.
Agree.
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"Sam Banks .... they tell me he's going to be an absolute star. Might not be in 2023 but he will be one of the best players at Richmond in the next decade."
- Adam Cooney.
Go to 7:30 min mark: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h7I_WST2LgE
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Got called a casual for saying Banks deserved a debut, form in last 4 matches.
R9 - 19 disposals, 5 tackles and a goal (2 behinds)
R10 - Bye
R11 - 16 disposals, 2 tackles and a goal
R12 - 24 disposals, 2 tackles and a goal
R13 - 27 disposals, 2 tackles and a goal
https://twitter.com/JourneyRichmond/status/1670256398603812864
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When he gets his chance, he will perform as he is a mature level headed young man. A future leader :shh
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Oh great another dud confirmed... :shh :shh
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Oh great another dud confirmed... :shh :shh
Dud? heads up- this isn't the Cumberland thread :shh :shh
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Banks to make his debut also.
https://www.richmondfc.com.au/news/1371782/
Wingman Banks was drafted in 2021 from Clarence with pick No. 29 and has shown steady development since his arrival at the Club.
The 20-year-old has been knocking on the door for his opportunity, having been named as an emergency on numerous occasions throughout 2022 and 2023.
Banks, who also plays off half-back, has averaged 19 disposals, five marks and three tackles per game in the VFL this season, his two-way running a key feature of his game.
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Great stuff and a decent block of games
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both will get about 50 percent game time and both probably won't play in their best roles because we just have to protect ordinary favorites.
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From Woodsdale paddock to MCG: Banks to make AFL debut
The MCG is a far cry from the tiny Tassie suburb he played his junior footy, but that’s the reality for Sam Banks as he prepares for his AFL debut on Thursday.
Jon Tuxworth
The Mercury
July 4, 2023 - 1:58PM
HE grew up playing on a paddock at the tiny Tasmania suburb of Woodsdale, but Sam Banks will step it up a notch when he makes his AFL debut for Richmond at the MCG on Thursday night.
And one of his former coaches says he has the character traits and ability to make a fist of the elite level, rating him “one of the best kicks I’ve coached.”
The 20-year-old former Tasmania Devils captain, taken at pick 29 in the 2021 draft, will take on the Swans after strong form in the VFL.
The half-back or wing was the water boy for Woodsdale — where his father Laurie is a club legend after playing over 500 games there — and hails from Whitefoord, which boasts a population of just 60 people.
Banks played junior football with Sorell and then Clarence, before stepping up to the Kangaroos’ TSL side.
He will follow the footsteps of fellow Whitefoord product and Australian Football Hall of Fame Legend Royce Hart, who also played for Richmond.
Banks has been named as an emergency of a number of occasions, but was able to call his parents with the good news on Monday.
Former Clarence coach Jeromey Webberley, now head coach of the Tasmania Devils, said Banks’ character traits shown through as much as his silky skills.
“I thought he was really level headed for his age,” Webberley said.
“His maturity was the first thing, then his football talent with his skill level and running ability, that was his one wood.
“It’s a great success story, another country boy going through the ranks and achieving the ultimate.
“I don’t know what the population of Whitefoord, is but I’m pretty sure there’ll be a whole lot more there on Thursday night (at the MCG) than there is out there.
“He reads the game really well, has a good endurance engine and is a beautiful kick of the ball.
“He’s one of the better kicks I’ve coached and I’m sure he’ll be on the wing on Thursday night. They’ll be looking to get the ball to him and use his kicking ability, that’s for sure.”
Banks joins a healthy crop of Tasmanians on the Tigers’ list. Seth Campbell, Rhyan Mansell, Jack Riewoldt, Toby Nankervis are also currently at Punt Road, which is the biggest Tasmananian contingent of any AFL club.
Banks is contracted to Richmond until the end of 2025 and has played primarily as a wingman for the Tigers, where his two-way running has been a standout.
He will make his debut after being named as an emergency for the AFL team several times.
Webberley said Banks’ decision to have surgery on a wrist injury in his draft year of 2021, which also ruled him out of Clarence’s TSL finals campaign, shows his maturity.
“He tried to play through his injury for a period but it was getting worse. I know that was a really tough decision for him to have the operation at the time to stop playing footy, because he was so passionate about playing for Clarence and that was his draft year as well.
“That was a really mature decision, he didn’t take it lightly but that’s a sign of the character he is.
“He didn’t play much footy at all that year, a couple of Devils games and a couple of Clarence games really, so he basically got drafted off his 17th year.”
Webberley said Banks’ rise is another example of talent shining through, no matter how small the community players grow up in.
“At the end of the day talent’s talent. It doesn’t really matter where you grow up or what you’re background is, if you put it on show you’ll get identified and the rest is history,” he said.
“That’s one of the great things about Australian Rules footy, you hear success stories not just in Tasmania but all over Australia about players who come from remote communities getting drafted.
“It’s something the AFL industry does extremely well, they watch a lot of games of footy and have reach basically everywhere.
“If you have the right talent and character, there’s always opportunity for you. What AFL clubs are looking for is that character piece, and Sam ticks a lot of boxes there.”
https://www.codesports.com.au/afl/state-leagues/from-woodsdale-paddock-to-mcg-banks-to-make-afl-debut/news-story/ae2af3d153527a84e1d7f300e58dd62f
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Coached by the great Jeromy Webberly - the only non-injured player to be subbed out of an AFL match before half-time. :clapping
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Sam Banks & @JackRiewoldt08, 2015 :)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/F0QXZt_aAAEkH1R?format=jpg&name=900x900)
https://twitter.com/Richmond_FC/status/1676490697535537152
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Named on the bench and McIntosh and Pickett named in his position feel sorry for him already. Really hope they give him a bloody good go in the role we have developed him.
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Named on the bench and McIntosh and Pickett named in his position feel sorry for him already. Really hope they give him a bloody good go in the role we have developed him.
Don't know if you're aware but he's been spending a lot of time playing as a rebounding HBF
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Named on the bench and McIntosh and Pickett named in his position feel sorry for him already. Really hope they give him a bloody good go in the role we have developed him.
Don't know if you're aware but he's been spending a lot of time playing as a rebounding HBF
He wouldn't care. Just wants to take pots shots even based on team sheets which mean absolutely nothing. Oh and btw I think Pickett and Macintosh are are far from the problems we have.
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Had a tough night, some wins with a few losses too. Overall I was impressed with the way he kept putting in even when things weren’t going his way. Fought it out really well … good to see …. :clapping
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Made the wrong decision a few times but that’s to be expected of a first gamer. Liked his endeavour and didn’t shy away from it. Give him a few games to get his footing.
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Made the wrong decision a few times but that’s to be expected of a first gamer. Liked his endeavour and didn’t shy away from it. Give him a few games to get his footing.
Spot on
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What I saw tonight was a kid that needs 3 games to adjust to the speed of AFL level. He will be ok , actually he will be a damn good player
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Was alright for a kid in a wet high pressure game on debut. Keep him in!
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Made the wrong decision a few times but that’s to be expected of a first gamer. Liked his endeavour and didn’t shy away from it. Give him a few games to get his footing.
👆 this
I thought his effort in the 3rd against Buddy, to get back and get it thorigh for a behind was excellent
Good kid is Sam :clapping
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In the third quarter, with Sydney’s superstar spearhead Buddy Franklin streaming into an open goal at the Ponsford Stand end of the ground, Banks produced a huge defensive effort, charging at him and preventing a certain Swans goal.
Interim Richmond coach Andrew McQualter, in his post-match press conference, commended Banks for that crucial piece of play.
“It was a big moment for ‘Banksy” . . . We were under the pump at that time,” McQualter said.
“It’s funny, those type of moments, we talk about them a lot.
“They go through and bring some energy to your team when you’re able to save a goal like that.
“So, I thought Banksy stood up in his moment.”
Banks, who finished the match with 13 disposals, three rebound-50s, four intercepts and 191 metres gained, told Richmond Media in a post-game interview what the experience of making his debut at senior level for the Tigers was like.
“Unbelievable. To come away with four points in tricky conditions was awesome. And to do it with some of your best mates, is just phenomenal. Loved it,” he said.
“It was definitely a step up. Bit more speed in the game and things like that. But having the likes of ‘Grimesy’ (Dylan Grimes), ‘Tigga’ (Nick Vlastuin), and all the other backs down there helping you out, makes so much difference.”
https://www.richmondfc.com.au/news/1374751/banks-big-buddy-moment-on-debut
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Named on the bench and McIntosh and Pickett named in his position feel sorry for him already. Really hope they give him a bloody good go in the role we have developed him.
Don't know if you're aware but he's been spending a lot of time playing as a rebounding HBF
He wouldn't care. Just wants to take pots shots even based on team sheets which mean absolutely nothing. Oh and btw I think Pickett and Macintosh are are far from the problems we have.
Oh dear oh dear precious much. Oh by the way where did i say Pickett and McIntosh are serious problems.
There would hardly be a thinking tiger supporter who does not have issues with McIntosh's ball use and other areas. Pickett so far this year has struggled. So why not play the rookie in his best role, a role he has mostly been developed in this year and thus giving him the best chance to succeed.
Simple fact is far too many kids have not been played to their strengths and have had limited game time when picked. Not too many would argue with that either.
Unfortunately we do have our fair share of precious blinkered ones who feel the need to defend everything that the club does. :whistle
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Named on the bench and McIntosh and Pickett named in his position feel sorry for him already. Really hope they give him a bloody good go in the role we have developed him.
Don't know if you're aware but he's been spending a lot of time playing as a rebounding HBF
He wouldn't care. Just wants to take pots shots even based on team sheets which mean absolutely nothing. Oh and btw I think Pickett and Macintosh are are far from the problems we have.
Oh dear oh dear precious much. Oh by the way where did i say Pickett and McIntosh are serious problems.
There would hardly be a thinking tiger supporter who does not have issues with McIntosh's ball use and other areas. Pickett so far this year has struggled. So why not play the rookie in his best role, a role he has mostly been developed in this year and thus giving him the best chance to succeed.
Simple fact is far too many kids have not been played to their strengths and have had limited game time when picked. Not too many would argue with that either.
Unfortunately we do have our fair share of precious blinkered ones who feel the need to defend everything that the club does. :whistle
Doesnt change the fact that you are taking Pot Shots based on team sheets. Doesn't change the fact that you didn't take notice of where he actually has been playing in the two's. Doesn't change the fact that you didn't acknowledge where he was actually played. Also doesn't change the fact that most of the kids that have played have been played in the area thay have been playing in the two's. Actually could you please give examples of the "Simple fact is far too many kids have not been played to their strengths" as I cant think of "Too Many".
Actually when I think about it there probably isn't "Too Many" players (to use your term) you havnt had a shot at this season.
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Named on the bench and McIntosh and Pickett named in his position feel sorry for him already. Really hope they give him a bloody good go in the role we have developed him.
Don't know if you're aware but he's been spending a lot of time playing as a rebounding HBF
He wouldn't care. Just wants to take pots shots even based on team sheets which mean absolutely nothing. Oh and btw I think Pickett and Macintosh are are far from the problems we have.
Oh dear oh dear precious much. Oh by the way where did i say Pickett and McIntosh are serious problems.
There would hardly be a thinking tiger supporter who does not have issues with McIntosh's ball use and other areas. Pickett so far this year has struggled. So why not play the rookie in his best role, a role he has mostly been developed in this year and thus giving him the best chance to succeed.
Simple fact is far too many kids have not been played to their strengths and have had limited game time when picked. Not too many would argue with that either.
Unfortunately we do have our fair share of precious blinkered ones who feel the need to defend everything that the club does. :whistle
Doesnt change the fact that you are taking Pot Shots based on team sheets. Doesn't change the fact that you didn't take notice of where he actually has been playing in the two's. Doesn't change the fact that you didn't acknowledge where he was actually played. Also doesn't change the fact that most of the kids that have played have been played in the area thay have been playing in the two's. Actually could you please give examples of the "Simple fact is far too many kids have not been played to their strengths" as I cant think of "Too Many".
Actually when I think about it there probably isn't "Too Many" players (to use your term) you havnt had a shot at this season.
Fact he has MOSTLY been played on a wing in the magoos. Wing hbf much a much anyway.
The real observation was the hope they would give him good game time in his best role which has been wing .
The comment far from a pot shot was a simple observation and hope that they dont do to him what they have done to others and give him a decent go.
But hey thats just being too harsh and unfair iyo.
The fact that you have to ask and cannot think of any instances where kids have had limited game time and in the wrong roles just shows how blinkered you are.
At least with the Players who i have rightly criticised this year i have given the reason why. Which is a critique and not a pot shot but read it how you like.
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Made the wrong decision a few times but that’s to be expected of a first gamer. Liked his endeavour and didn’t shy away from it. Give him a few games to get his footing.
Agree with that analogy. Had a real dip and showed heaps of endevour. Was not a great game but lets hope they dont do the uual poo and drop him after one game like they do with so many kids.
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You know you can just agree to disagree without the personal insults.
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You know you can just agree to disagree without the personal insults.
Exactly. Unfortunately this guy has no idea how to comment without insults. Stepping over the mark here though. Almost time to dig up the "Claw post during our good years"stats again.
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Named on the bench and McIntosh and Pickett named in his position feel sorry for him already. Really hope they give him a bloody good go in the role we have developed him.
Don't know if you're aware but he's been spending a lot of time playing as a rebounding HBF
He wouldn't care. Just wants to take pots shots even based on team sheets which mean absolutely nothing. Oh and btw I think Pickett and Macintosh are are far from the problems we have.
You know you can just agree to disagree without the personal insults.
Exactly. Unfortunately this guy has no idea how to comment without insults. Stepping over the mark here though. Almost time to dig up the "Claw post during our good years"stats again.
The opening shot or is that pot shot. and then this above. Talk about a hypocrite.
It has always been my mantra if posters keep it civil i will too. But ffs to cry like a baby with such hypocrisy well it says it all really doesn't it precious.
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LOL, Everyone else is wrong and your always right in your world , i not sure there are too many other posters that alway resort to insults when someone has a different opinion to theirs and constantly bag their own club and players more than than they offer a balanced view.
Maybe you could get a second opinion from a medical professional to see if you can find some joy in the world because you don’t seem to be getting a lot of joy from Richmond FC
PS: your team won three premiership's in recent times
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Banks had the second most metres gained for us today (438m).
18 disposals (13k, 5h, 4c, 14u, 72.2% eff.)
3 marks
4 tackles
2 clearances
4 inside 50s
438 metres gained
4 intercepts
3 score involvements
75% time on ground
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Was excellent, simply can't be dropped if Short is back next week.
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He was good. Has a great leg either side
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Listed at 187cm. With short coming back in at half back, maybe banks becomes kmacs successor for that wing spot? Will have to build his tank and work on the defensive side of his game (easier said then done) but he certainly seems to have him covered disposal-wise.
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Will become an elite
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Listed at 187cm. With short coming back in at half back, maybe banks becomes kmacs successor for that wing spot? Will have to build his tank and work on the defensive side of his game (easier said then done) but he certainly seems to have him covered disposal-wise.
Yep. Get him on the wing.
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He looks exciting.
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Keen to see clawski's opinion.
Where are you buddy?
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Banksy's first AFL goal :clapping
https://twitter.com/Richmond_FC/status/1695655694618476955
His game btw:
13 disposals (8k, 5h, 5c, 8u, 53.8% eff.)
3 marks (1 contested)
No tackles
2 inside 50s
279 metres gained
3 intercepts
4 score involvements
1 goal
2 behinds
84% time on ground
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Banksy looking fit and stronger in the upper body too.
(https://www.aflphotos.com.au/image/imagerender?key=45097409&src=afl-gal-clear-0w-450h)
(https://www.aflphotos.com.au/image/imagerender?key=45095320&src=afl-gal-clear-0w-450h)
https://www.aflphotos.com.au/gallery/afl-2023-training-richmond-151123
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Like the look of Banksy.
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He’s looking more beefy! Beefy buff banks! Actually what is his nickname at the club?