I think if he 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
it astounds me that any of their dads want their kids to play for essendon
Natrat ended up with only 3 games for that. Worth it
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’m sold!
I haven’t seen him play but I’ve heard some encouraging things about Luca. Hopefully get to watch him play 17s this year
Cheers for that. I was about to go searching.
The youngest Hird looks pretty slim, I agree.
But Tom Hird has every chance of making it. 182cm is fine if he’s good enough.
Heath Hocking in the Ruck!!
In a team with Bellchambers, Hille & Ryder! Crazy times.
Finals ruckman Hooker didn’t play that game, so I guess it makes sense.
He was 186cm last year usually players at that height at his age end up atleast key position height. It can depend on the kid really.
Looks to have a good frame in the photo above. Hopefully grows to a serious size.
Will Hird
Or won’t Hird
That is the question.
I think / hope Tom Hird will blossom.
there seems to be a lot of positivity about the young group.
interesting to compare veterans 2017 to 2021
2017 - 30+
Kelly 33
Watson 32
Goddard 31
Stanton 30 (7 Games)
2021 - 30+
Hooker 32
Zaharakis 30
Hurley 30
Just curious, what was the reason we got Brand and Eyre into our NGA , as they weren’t Father-Son to my understanding?
Indigenous heritage.