James Hird Academy

[Ants]

Relevant posts from the training thread. I’ve combined them so responses flow (where appropriate).

@THE_DON1

From what I’ve seen he (Edit AC: Misiti) would be a rookie prospect at best. Plays key position back and forward. Didn’t strike me as very athletic but my viewings of him are still rather limited.

NLM Jr at this stage is the pick of the bunch this year

@THE_DON1

I don’t think they are 186cm @nackers I’d say Moore is still around 182ish but Tex has certainly grown

@THE_DON1

@Saucy

Is NatRat’s boy quick?

Yep, very good athlete. Talented basketballer aswell

@benfti

@THE_DON1

@Saucy

He (Edit AC: Moore) looks quite well built already for his age. Much bigger than what I was expecting. Is he like a HBF type player?

Definitely more solid than the last time I saw him. No more of a small forward/wingman.

I actually see more if his uncle in him than his Dad, he’s tough like his old man.

@benfti

@THE_DON1

@Saucy

Do you think he (Edit AC: Moore) is good enough to be drafted from what you have seen of him? (Sorry for all the questions)

Late prospect at this stage especially with such a strong and deep draft. I think he is the pick of the 4 kids but Tex could suprise if he gets fit and keeps growing as he has great skills.

I actually think he’s potentially a 200 gamer, he doesn’t get enough of the ball at the moment but he’s special when he has it. He’s got a tonne of upside. He’s only been focusing solely on footy for a little bit, and I think will thrive in the AFL structure.

@benfti

I think if he (AC edit: Moore) starts finding the ball more this tac cup season he would end up a 3rd rounder pretty easily, it’s not outrages to think a 3rd rounder is capable of playing 150-200 games

@THE_DON1

@Shelton10

What astounds me is that there hasn’t been a single mention of Luca Alessio. His old man was a great player: excellent mark, extremely reliable kick for goal, and very strong around the ground and in packs. He played in the 2000 premiership. He’s also a very decent human being.

If Luca turns out as good as that, I’ll be very happy. He looks to have Steve’s sunny temperament too.

I haven’t seen him play but I’ve heard some encouraging things about Luca. Hopefully get to watch him play 17s this year