Zac played in the ruck, changing for short periods forward. In regards to his ruck contest he controlled the majority of aerial contests and showed good agility to out-position opponents at stoppages. He used the ball really well and positioned effectively for longer down the line contests. Overall it was a positive game for Zac.
Jonathon Griffin 6 disposals (2 kicks, 4 handballs) 16 hitouts
Jonathon returned to football this week after a long period out with a knee injury. His time on ground was spent in the ruck with short periods spent up forward. He found touch as the game progressed. He jumped in centre square bounce contests with confidence and competed hard around stoppages to gain a dominant position. It is great to have him back.
Michael Apeness 8 disposals (3 kicks, 5 handballs) 1 goal
Michael played as a key forward where he work hard and ran hard all day opposed to Tallan Ames. Michael had a couple of good leads, one resulting in a shot on goal. He also showed some good attack in the air. Michael needs to focus on getting more reward for effort, which will develop in the coming weeks.
Michael Wood 9 disposals (5 kicks, 4 handballs)
Michael started the game rotating as a high forward and on the wing. He injured his shoulder early in the third quarter but it was a positive that he was able to play on. He was moved to half back for a period of time. There was one passage where he showed good off-ball run and competed in a strong aerial contest. He just needs to work on his physicality.
Matt Taberner17 disposals (12 kicks, 5 handballs) 7 marks, 2 goals
Matt returned this week playing key forward where he provided some strong run and good contests. We were really pleased with his movement, kicking two goals through his work rate of hard goal side run.
Craig Moller 18 disposals (10 kicks, 8 handballs) 6 marks, 24 hitouts
Craig played reserves where he played in the ruck for the entire game. He used his agility at stoppages to effectively win hitouts. Craig competed in a high volume of ruck and marking contests, which is one of the major aims with him playing in reserves. He had a really strong influence in the fourth quarter, both in ruck contests and around the ground.
