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[Bruce McAvaney]

Jake King is going to "push up" into the midfield this year.

[Colliwobblers]

hey cw, any info on Rhys Cooyou ???

Rhys Cooyou    
#49   GWS Giants
Age: 20yr 10mth    Games: 0     Born: March 22, 1991   
Height: 183cm     Weight: 70kg     Position: Forward
Last Drafted: Round 1, Pick #2 2010 Rookie Draft
Last Drafted By: GWS Giants
Supercoach Price: $128,700   
Dreamteam Price: $119,800



Rhys Cooyou is an impressive medium forward from Western Australia.

Rhys has displayed incredible speed and agility and is an excellent kick of the football.

VIDEO:  http://bigpondvideo.com/AFL/305368/rhys-cooyou/

Rookie Player Rating (FWD) 6/10 - rookie listed rookie, the kid has talent and was a good pick up for the giants, but suffice to say he has a lot of developting to do before he sees any regular afl footy. Has a bit of desision making to develop and a lot of body to develop, may play afl this season but more likely will get only a few games to give him the taste while spending most of his time in the NEAFL, too many options for GWS, risky pick at best, better options exist regardless of the kids apparant talent.

[Colliwobblers]

Jake King is going to "push up" into the midfield this year.

I haven't heard that, if you have the scoop maybe I should rate him higher? for the sake of accuracy? With Conca and Delidio going into the midfield I wonder if there is room but if you know he is and think it will increase his DT output let us know and I will raise the push up kings rating.... which is a loose guide at best IMO.

[Colliwobblers]

I'm wondering how Liam Anthony from NM will go and wouldn't mind your input CW :)

If he hasn't already been done  :P

Liam Anthony    
#4   North Melbourne Kangaroos
Age: 24yr 5mth    Games: 30     Born: September 9, 1987   
Height: 189cm     Weight: 86kg     Position: Midfield
Last Drafted: Round 3, Pick #43 2008 National Draft
Last Drafted By: North Melbourne Kangaroos
Supercoach Price: $383,200   
Dreamteam Price: $378,200



DISCUSSION:  http://www.fanfooty.com.au/forum/index.php/topic,45677.0.html


Anthony played 13 of the first 15 games in 2011 after two injury-plagues seasons, and although he had no problems winning the ball, the midfielder struggled to have an impact. He was trialled as a forward midway through the year and impressed, kicking three goals against Gold Coast in round 12.

Following the Roos’ round 16 loss to Collingwood, Anthony was dropped to the VFL, where he spent the rest of the year, with an ankle injury hampering his efforts to win a senior recall. This season looms as an important one for him.

Draft history: 2008 NAB AFL Draft 3rd round selection (North Melbourne) No.43 overall
First game for North Melbourne: Round 13, 2009 v Western Bulldogs
NMFC Cap: 954

Season 2011 Totals/Averages
   
           GM    K    HB    D    M    G    B    T    HO    GA    GC    I50    FF    FA    DT *    SC *
Total    13    141    100    241    53    9    8    37    2    5    14    43    12    4    994    919
Average    13    10.8    7.7    18.5    4.1    0.7    0.6    2.8    0.2    0.4    1.1    3.3    0.9    0.3    76.5    70.7

Past Dream Team Average Scores
   
Year    Games    Average
2009    10    96.2
2010    7    95.1
2011    13    76.5

2011 Games Log for Liam Anthony (North Melbourne Kangaroos)
   
Description    Date    Opponent       K    HB    D    M    G    B    T    HO    GA    GC    I50    FF    FA    DT    SC
Round 16    10th Jul    Collingwood     4    0    4    3    0    1    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    26    11
Round 15    3rd Jul    St Kilda       3    10    1    0    1    4    0    0    0    1    2    0    49    54
Round 14    26th Jun    Port Adelaide     9    12    21    2    1    0    0    0    1    2    3    0    0    63    71
Round 13    18th Jun    Essendon        9    4    13    1    0    0    2    1    0    0    4    1    0    48    53
Round 12    11th Jun    Gold Coast        14    7    21    10    3    2    3    0    1    4    6    1    1    116    94
Round 11    5th Jun    Adelaide        18    8    26    8    2    0    4    0    0    2    3    1    0    123    113
Round 10    28th May    Sydney        9    8    17    2    0    1    4    0    0    0    1    0    0    66    62
Round 7    7th May    Geelong       11    9    20    8    0    2    3    0    0    0    5    0    0    89    75
Round 6    30th Apr    Port Adelaide     12    10    22    5    1    0    6    0    1    2    4    1    0    102    94
Round 5    24th Apr    Richmond       12    12    24    1    0    1    1    0    1    1    6    3    1    68    81
Round 4    17th Apr    Fremantle       13    15    28    2    0    0    4    0    0    0    5    2    0    93    98
Round 2    2nd Apr    Collingwood    10    4    14    5    1    0    1    1    0    1    3    0    0    64    40
Round 1    27th Mar    West Coast    8    21    5    1    0    4    0    1    2    2    1    2    87    73

Liam Anthony
Games: 13
Goals: 9

kangaroos.com.au says:
There were high hopes for Liam Anthony upon his return from a shoulder injury, but he'd probably be disappointed with his year.

The 24 year-old didn't lose any of his ball-winning ability during his time on the sidelines with more than 20 possessions during five of the first six games.

Nevertheless, he found himself on the outer following the round seven loss against the Cats.

He was back in the side a fortnight later and proved his worth as a forward option in wins against Adelaide and the Gold Coast but his season of up's and down's continued. He was later used well as a substitute in the clash with St Kilda but after he was unable to have the same impact the following week against a rampant Collingwood, he was subsequently dropped.

An ankle injury didn't stop him pushing for a recall, but it restricted him and a decision was made to end his season early.

By the numbers
Disposals: 241 (average 18.5)
Kicks: 141 (average 10.8)
Handballs: 100 (average 7.7)
Tackles: 37 (average 2.8)

Best games
Round 11 v Adelaide
26 possessions, two goals, four tackles

Round 12 v Gold Coast
21 possessions, three goals

NAB CUP GAME STATS.

Player Name    K   H   D   M   HO   T   FF   FA   SG   G   B   DT
Liam Anthony   3   4   7   0   0   0   1   0   0   0   0   18

Mid Priced Player Rating (MID) 7/10 - his talent deserves more, his JS is a massive concern, I don't like or trust the way scott plays his players rooks or guns, there is very little certainty in that team week to week which i personally think is not a good thing. But he should have a place at half forward or on a wing, pumped out a couple of tons last season both playing forward, if north had a clue they would dump the moron that cant kick a goal from 5 meters out and lock this bloke in at half forward. A risky pick because no one knows what scott will do with his players week to week, but a proven potential gun if used right. trick price not even close to cheap

[elephants]

I ahve heard King will be taking on an antagonistic small forward role like Milne?

[Colliwobblers]

colli would be much appreciated if u could do ben cunnington for me. cheers mate

Ben Cunnington    
#10   North Melbourne Kangaroos
Age: 20yr 7mth    Games: 34     Born: June 30, 1991   
Height: 185cm     Weight: 86kg     Position: Midfield
Last Drafted: Round 1, Pick #5 2009 National Draft
Last Drafted By: North Melbourne Kangaroos
Supercoach Price: $290,700   
Dreamteam Price: $260,000 



After knee soreness disrupted his pre-season, he made a slow start to the year. The inside midfielder was trialled in defence and in run-with roles, but was dropped twice in the second half of the season.

Is committed to improving his fitness and is an elite ball-handler who should start to make his mark in 2012.

Draft history: 2009 NAB AFL Draft 1st round selection (North Melbourne) No.5 overall
First game for North Melbourne: Round 5, 2010 v Hawthorn
NMFC Cap: 956

Season 2011 Totals/Averages
   
            GM    K    HB    D    M    G    B    T    HO    GA    GC    I50    FF    FA    DT *    SC *
Total    16    101    106    207    31    4    2    63    1    5    9    26    8    18    841    858
Average    16    6.3    6.6    12.9    1.9    0.2    0.1    3.9    0.1    0.3    0.6    1.6    0.5    1.1    52.6    53.6

Past Dream Team Average Scores
   
Year    Games    Average
2010    18    54.8
2011    16    52.6 - scored a ton and had a lot of 30 - 70 type scores over 16 games.

NAB CUP GAMES

Player Name    K   H   D   M   HO   T   FF   FA   SG   G   B   DT
Ben Cunnington   4   5   9   0   0   0   1   0   0   0   0   23
Ben Cunnington   3   4   7   1   0   1   0   1   0   0   0   21

http://www.kangaroos.com.au/News/NewsArticle/tabid/4912/newsid/127697/default.aspx

http://www.kangaroos.com.au/News/NewsArticle/tabid/4912/newsid/126322/default.aspx

http://www.kangaroos.com.au/News/NewsArticle/tabid/4912/newsid/125670/default.aspx

Ben Cunnington
Games: 16
Goals: 4

kangaroos.com.au says:
Having shown plenty of positive signs in his debut year in 2010, expectations were high for Ben Cunnington.

A niggling knee-injury threatened to derail his campaign, but he returned to full training in March and it was full steam ahead.

He was back for round one, but faced plenty of challenges being tested in roles through the midfield, in defence and even as a run-with player.

Cunnington found it tough to settle at times and was omitted on several ocassions, but the ability to play in different positions will no doubt help his development in the long run.

Despite the hurdles, he continued to look more comfortable with the ball in hands and his efficiency improved immensely as the season wore on.

He played arguably his best game of the year in the final round against the Tigers, giving plenty of reason for excitement if he can get his first full pre-season under his belt.

By the numbers
Disposals: 207 (average 12.9)
Kicks: 101 (average 6.3)
Handballs: 106 (average 6.6)
Marks: 31 (average 1.9)
Tackles: 63 (average 3.9)

Mid Priced Player Rating (MID) 7.5/10 - another kangaroo, i hate reviewing these guys because just like the last guy, was in and out of the side and you can never know when they will play, be rested , be dropped, i have a blanket ban on ALL north melbourne players in any form of fantasy football while scott is at the helm. This kid is extremely talented, so he should be taken at #5 in 09 his development has been slow for a high draft pick, he is in the picture for a break out season this year and looking at the nab cup he featured in both games and went ok, risky pcik but not so much at the price he is at, you really need to watch closely and get some inside north information to know he is in the best 22 and has JS, he SHOULD but you never know. Given the opportunity and a full season i predict a mini breakout and an average around 80, making him a suitable cashcow but not a keeper, I would put him in the same class as gaff with both potential, price and JS.

[nostradamus]

Jake King is going to "push up" into the midfield this year.

delicious comment there Brucey

[nostradamus]

I ahve heard King will be taking on an antagonistic small forward role like Milne?

Ele l think he takes on an antagonistic role no matter where he plays  :P 

[Memphistopheles]

Don't think he has been done yet, but sorry if I missed it.

Any chance of taking a look at Brendan Lee (Essendon mature-aged rookie).

[Colliwobblers]

Don't think he has been done yet, but sorry if I missed it.

Any chance of taking a look at Brendan Lee (Essendon mature-aged rookie).

Brendan Lee    
#0   Essendon Bombers
Age: 24yr 4mth    Games: 0     Born: September 24, 1987   
Height: 181cm     Weight: 78kg     Position: Midfield
Last Drafted: Round 5, Pick #78 2011 Rookie Draft
Last Drafted By: Essendon Bombers
Supercoach Price: $94,700
Dreamteam Price: $85,800



Pick 78: Brendan Lee, East Perth
DOB: 24/9/87
Height: 181cm
Weight: 78kg
Dodoro says: "Brendan racked up 500 possessions last season in the WAFL to finish fourth in the Sandover Medal and win East Perth's best and fairest. He has a big engine and wins a good mix of inside and outside ball. Along with Dell'Olio and Baguley, we'll think he's capable of stepping up and playing senior footy next year."

http://www.wafl.com.au/players/view/1196

NAB CUP game 1 stats.

Player Name    K   H   D   M   HO   T   FF   FA   SG   G   B   DT
Brendan Lee   0   6   6   0   0   1   0   0   0   0   0   16

Rookie Player Rating (MID) 8/10 - gun player already, rookie listed needs to be promoted and there is fierce competition to get promoted, there are however 2 players already on teh LTI list so he has a good shot. racks up possessions, mature and strong bodied, ready to play AFL footy tomorrow and the club has said as much. If promoted and named get on him its that simple.

[elephants]

Can't believe I am saying this... Chris Masten...

[Colliwobblers]

Can't believe I am saying this... Chris Masten...

HAHA  ;D someone had to do it! it's him or GAFF or both to step up / break out this season.

Chris Masten    
#7   West Coast Eagles
Age: 22yr 9mth    Games: 54     Born: May 2, 1989   
Height: 179cm     Weight: 77kg     Position: Midfield
Last Drafted: Round 1, Pick #3 2007 National Draft
Last Drafted By: West Coast Eagles
Supercoach Price: $310,600   
Dreamteam Price: $278,500



Season 2011 Totals/Averages
   
            GM    K    HB    D    M    G    B    T    HO    GA    GC    I50    FF    FA    DT *    SC *
Total    13    91    99    190    32    7    4    42    0    5    12    26    5    8    563    573
Average    13    7.0    7.6    14.6    2.5    0.5    0.3    3.2    0    0.4    0.9    2.0    0.4    0.6    56.3    57.3

Past Dream Team Average Scores
   
Year    Games    Average
2008    9    69.0
2009    19    66.9
2010    13    56.5
2011    10    56.3

2011 Games Log for Chris Masten (West Coast Eagles)
   
Description    Date    Opponent       K    HB    D    M    G    B    T    HO    GA    GC    I50    FF    FA    DT    SC
Preliminary Final    24th Sep    Geelong     6    11    17    2    0    0    2    0    0    0    1    0    1    51    51
Semi Final    17th Sep    Carlton        7    6    13    2    0    0    5    0    0    0    4    0    1    56    54
Qualifying Final    10th Sep    Collingwoo 10    12    22    3    0    0    7    0    2    2    3    1    0    92    78
Round 24    3rd Sep    Adelaide       13    14    27    7    2    0    6    0    2    4    4    0    3    115    137
Round 23    27th Aug    Brisbane        16    15    31    4    3    1    7    0    0    3    3    3    0    140    182
Round 22    20th Aug    Essendon       2    0    2    0    0    1    1    0    0    0    0    0    0    11    9
Round 20    7th Aug    Richmond        5    7    12    1    0    1    0    0    1    1    1    0    0    33    28
Round 12    11th Jun    Adelaide       3    7    10    2    0    0    1    0    0    0    0    0    1    30    23
Round 11    4th Jun    Gold Coast        10    9    19    5    0    0    5    0    0    0    1    0    0    83    68
Round 10    29th May    Collingwood    2    3    5    0    0    0    3    0    0    0    2    0    1    21    16
Round 9    22nd May    Western Bulldog   8    7    15    3    1    0    1    0    0    1    4    0    0    57    45
Round 8    15th May    Fremantle        7    5    12    3    1    1    4    0    0    1    3    1    1    61    51
Round 1    27th Mar    North Melbourne 2    3    5    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    0    12    14

http://dreamteamtalk.com/2011/12/29/deck-of-dream-team-2012-chris-masten/

http://www.sportal.com.au/afl-news-display/mastens-time-is-now-159941

http://fansite.sportsnewsfirst.com.au/fansite/danielkerr/news/2012/02/06/priddis-tips-break-out-year-for-masten/

http://au.news.yahoo.com/thewest/a/-/breaking/12960953/eagle-poised-to-fly-to-his-peak/

http://www.afl.com.au/news/newsarticle/tabid/208/newsid/129259/default.aspx

Mid Priced Player Rating (MID) 7/10 - I would like to rate him higher and lower :). truth is he has has a good pre season on the back of a very strong finish to 2011, played well enough in both nab cup games, high draft pick that had tons of natural ability and probably still does, but has had a horrible run with injuries and missed a lot of footy and training and developing. To think he was part of the trade for Judd you would like to think somewhere in West Coasts mindset would be a desire to get the value they invested in him. I back him to break out in the mid part of the season, i think he needs more consecutive UNSUBBED games of footy at the top level to click into gear and he will realise his potential which is high.

The big quesstion is WILL HE GET THE CHANCE ? LE you know WCE better than I but there seems to be GAFF included and the youngsters SO MUCH competition in that side. Might be an upgrade target after a slow start might break out straight away and may be a case of have him from the start or miss his boat....

[Bones Bombers]

I'm surprised I can't see him on the list already but can you please profile Adam Tomlinson.

[Colliwobblers]

I'm surprised I can't see him on the list already but can you please profile Adam Tomlinson.

Adam Tomlinson    
#20   GWS Giants
Age: 18yr 6mth    Games: 0     Born: August 10, 1993   
Height: 193cm     Weight: 88kg     Position: Defender, Forward
Last Drafted: Round 1, Pick #9 2011 National Draft
Last Drafted By: GWS Giants
Supercoach Price: $156,600   
Dreamteam Price: $143,700



VIDEO:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bPTS-fhgafE

http://www.afl.com.au/news/newsarticle/tabid/208/newsid/125737/default.aspx

http://www.afl.com.au/tabid/208/default.aspx?newsid=126270

http://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/afl/adam-tomlinson-gets-runs-on-board/story-fnau1fjg-1226193123208

Nab Cup Game 2 stats.

Player Name    K   H   D   M   HO   T   FF   FA   SG   G   B   DT
Adam Tomlinson   5   1   6   2   0   1   1   0   0   1   0   34

Rookie Player Rating (FWD/DEF) 8.5/10 - JS is the only question, if he lines up for round 1 and looks likely to play every game he is a LOCK. Only risk is the sub/resting of new recruits, there are a lot of kids in the side to get games into and a few ke spots that will need to be held down by senior players. The guy is a workaholic and will just go from good to better, compared to hurley very often and impressed both in pre-season and his nab cup game. I wasnt looking at any rooks in DT pricing over $120K but I am looking at this guy and Tyson now, still don't think i'll spend the money on Tyson but think I will on this guy.

[elephants]

Awesome write-up thanks CW. Could do us a Gaffy? Then I'll leave you alone. Thanks Legend!!

EDIT: Just nticed that there was a Masten write-up on page 15. Sorry mate :(