Summary
The torrential conditions in round 9 hampered any chances of a high possession match against Richmond.
Despite Ross Lyon’s young side putting up a competitive showing against the match-hardened Tigers, Fremantle’s fantasy total was 1369.
Richmond’s total of 1549 was also well below the league average, as players battled with strong winds and heavy rain.
However, there is reason to be optimistic with star midfielder Lachie Neale posting an impressive total of 149, second only to GWS Giants defender Heath Shaw (179).
Young midfielder Connor Blakely’s score of 91 would’ve had a lot of coaches smiling. He, along with wingman Ed Langdon (70), could be handy options for any coach looking to make a bit of cash.
Top five scores:
- Lachie Neale: 149.
- Connor Blakely: 91.
- Nick Suban: 85.
- Danyle Pearce: 84.
- David Mundy: 79.
Top five price increases for round nine: (Overall)
- Connor Blakely, $214,000 +$36k (+$77k)
- Hayden Crozier, $285,000 +$14k (+$54k)
- Lachie Neale, $585,000 +$13k (+$22k)
- Alex Pearce, $205,000 +$7k (-$40k)
- Jonathan Griffin, $335,000 +$7k (+$51k)
