Author Topic: Matthew Parker to leave Richmond & return to WA for family reasons [merged]  (Read 33514 times)

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Re: MSD pick 10. Matthew Parker
« Reply #30 on: June 02, 2021, 08:57:37 PM »
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Re: MSD pick 10. Matthew Parker
« Reply #31 on: June 02, 2021, 09:12:34 PM »
He's 187/79.

Personally wanted a mid like Freeman but if this guy gives us an avenue to goal/mid forward then by all means let's see how he goes.

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Re: MSD pick 10. Matthew Parker
« Reply #32 on: June 02, 2021, 09:39:19 PM »
Definitely look like wish.com Mitch robinson

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Re: MSD pick 10. Matthew Parker
« Reply #33 on: June 02, 2021, 10:14:45 PM »
Hits the packs hard got bit of talent kicks goals good size 190cm.

he is 187 not 190
Ok 3cm less   but plays alot taller.

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Re: MSD pick 10. Matthew Parker
« Reply #34 on: June 02, 2021, 11:17:59 PM »
Our newest Tiger:

Watch: https://twitter.com/Richmond_FC/status/1400048092829818889



Family & former teammates. Marlion Pickett welcomes Matthew Parker to Tigerland:
Watch: https://twitter.com/Richmond_FC/status/1400040173107257357

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Re: MSD pick 10. Matthew Parker
« Reply #35 on: June 02, 2021, 11:20:10 PM »
Richmond National Recruiting Manager, Matt Clarke, said Parker’s athleticism made him a target for the Tigers.

“We were looking for someone that could add some really dynamic movement to the way we play, and we like his athletic upside,” he said.

“He has been playing great football as a half-forward/wing, and on ball, so we are really excited to have him.

“He has got great leg speed (and he is) a really good runner. He has got some aerial power and knows how to kick goals as well.

“He did that for the Saints in 2019, and he has obviously been hitting the scoreboard this year as well.”

Clarke added that Parker could push for senior selection this year.

“He has got a developed body, he is a mature player, and he has experienced AFL footy before,” he explained.

“He has played a lot of league footy in the WAFL as well, so there is no reason to suggest he can’t play senior footy this year.”

Arriving at Punt Road will be a reunion of sorts for Parker, a close friend of Richmond’s mid-season draftee from 2019, Marlion Pickett.

“He is very close with Marlion Pickett. Marlion is the one who got him down to South Fremantle and took him under his wing; he has been a mentor to him and also a really good mate.

“Marlion is as excited as anybody (to have Parker at the Club).”

Parker becomes the ninth Indigenous player on Richmond’s list and the fourth from Western Australia.

Matthew Parker profile

Born: 25/1/1996

Height: 187cm

Weight: 79kg

Position: Midfield-forward

From: Melville (WAAFL)/South Fremantle (WAFL)/St Kilda (AFL)/South Fremantle (WAFL)

https://www.richmondfc.com.au/news/950800/parker-becomes-a-tiger-via-mid-season-draft

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Re: MSD pick 10. Matthew Parker
« Reply #36 on: June 03, 2021, 06:34:57 AM »
Will he play wing?

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Re: MSD pick 10. Matthew Parker
« Reply #37 on: June 03, 2021, 06:44:34 AM »
I like this pick.
  • Athletic
  • Dynamic
  • Mature
  • Has a mate/mentor at the club already
  • Knows it's his last chance
  • Aggression
  • Swagger
  • Fits our profile
  • Ready day 1
Where is the downside?

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Re: MSD pick 10. Matthew Parker
« Reply #38 on: June 03, 2021, 07:42:15 AM »
I think we got the best player in this draft too. Parker wont be a 200 game player but he may help us win a flag in 2021 and that makes him a good selection.

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Re: MSD pick 10. Matthew Parker
« Reply #39 on: June 03, 2021, 09:10:33 AM »
We also sucked Dildo into taking our VFL player - stuff me he is a loser

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Re: MSD pick 10. Matthew Parker
« Reply #40 on: June 03, 2021, 09:30:09 AM »
I like this pick.
  • Athletic
  • Dynamic
  • Mature
  • Has a mate/mentor at the club already
  • Knows it's his last chance
  • Aggression
  • Swagger
  • Fits our profile
  • Ready day 1
Where is the downside?


Downside = was an absolute wanker at Saints and subsequently delisted despite clear talent.

Had a big head, very full of himself.

I hope he's grown a bit and realised that a poor attitude can cost you a career. Last chance saloon!

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Re: MSD pick 10. Matthew Parker
« Reply #41 on: June 03, 2021, 10:58:03 AM »
Can't wait until we play Brisbane and he lines up on Mitch Robinson.

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Re: MSD pick 10. Matthew Parker
« Reply #42 on: June 03, 2021, 11:02:32 AM »
I like this pick.
  • Athletic
  • Dynamic
  • Mature
  • Has a mate/mentor at the club already
  • Knows it's his last chance
  • Aggression
  • Swagger
  • Fits our profile
  • Ready day 1
Where is the downside?


Downside = was an absolute wanker at Saints and subsequently delisted despite clear talent.

Had a big head, very full of himself.

I hope he's grown a bit and realised that a poor attitude can cost you a career. Last chance saloon!

Have you got knowledge about that or just reading things ?.Many saints fan's saying that's  BS  he was loved by the club and fan's.

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Re: MSD pick 10. Matthew Parker
« Reply #43 on: June 03, 2021, 11:03:16 AM »
Can't wait until we play Brisbane and he lines up on Mitch Robinson.
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Re: MSD pick 10. Matthew Parker
« Reply #44 on: June 03, 2021, 11:13:11 AM »
I think we are massively over rated this guy based on exposed form but hopefully I am wrong
“I find it nearly impossible to make those judgments, but he is certainly up there with the really important ones, he is certainly up there with the Francis Bourkes and the Royce Harts and the Kevin Bartlett and the Kevin Sheedys, there is no doubt about that,” Balme said.