Dogs look to promote another rookie

[GVGjr]

Dogs look to promote another rookie



LINE-BREAKING midfielder Jason Johannisen is favoured to become the third rookie to be promoted to the Western Bulldogs' playing list this season after defender James Mulligan was placed on the long-term injury list on Wednesday.

AFL.com.au recently highlighted the depth of talent on the Bulldogs' rookie list, identifying Johannisen and fellow 19-year-old midfielder Lin Jong as players who would perhaps be in the running for senior berths if they were on the club's primary list.

Both Johannisen and Jong have been impressive with the Bulldogs' VFL affiliate Williamstown.

Second-year rookie Johannisen, recruited from WAFL club East Fremantle, was sidelined with a medial ligament earlier this season but quickly regained form.

He appears likely to join elevated pair Mark Austin and Tom Campbell at AFL level, where his speed and elusiveness would complement the Bulldogs' admirable contested work.

Things don't look as positive for 23-year-old Mulligan, who has been struck down with a season-ending Achilles injury.

The 199cm 96kg Queenslander, who played three games for the Bulldogs last year, will be uncontracted at season's end and now faces an uncertain future at Whitten Oval. He played just five games in Williamstown's senior side this year.

Regardless of which player the Bulldogs decide to upgrade (Total Player Payments permitting), it will add some much-needed excitement and enthusiasm to a club that has lost five of its past six games - including their past three in a row - by an average of 58 points.

[GVGjr]

After losing Ward to GWS, Johannisen has been our WOOF sponsored player this year.
Despite a few set backs with injuries since he joined the club, he has been making a lot of progress this year.

[LostDoggy]

Good positive stuff from the club. Love it. Three rookies in one year.

[SlimPickens]

Form was good at Willy last weekend, hopefully he can keep this going and see some senior footy later in the year.

[LostDoggy]

Form was good at Willy last weekend, hopefully he can keep this going and see some senior footy later in the year.

I expect him to play sooner rather than later.
What was the point promoting him if we aren't gonna play him just yet.

[azabob]

I expect him to play sooner rather than later.
What was the point promoting him if we aren't gonna play him just yet.

He hasnt been promoted, has he? But as you suggest he most likely will.

[Cyberdoggie]

Definately got the skill set we are in need of. Might take him a while to adjust though, can't see him making a huge impact this year if he does get promoted but will be good experience none the less.

[Ghost Dog]

you never know! Look at our new John Platten.

[Mantis]

you never know! Look at our new John Platten.

You've had your fair share of 'what the' comments over the years... but really, 'What the??'

[Throughandthrough]

you never know! Look at our new John Platten.

After watching the big replay with Peter Landy, allways thought that John's surname was Plattenwithcourage.

[Ghost Dog]

You've had your fair share of 'what the' comments over the years... but really, 'What the??'

As long as I'm just getting my share. If I go over your limit Mantis, just put me on your ignore list and you won't read my posts. Think solutions!

Platten = Dahlhaus look alike.

[BulldogBelle]

It's true, you never know when a young player could just come in and put in some great performances. Can't wait to see him debut!

[Mantis]

Platten = Dahlhaus look alike.

Ah... I get it.

I blame it on TDFitis

[westdog54]

Ah... I get it.

I blame it on TDFitis

I hear you.

Would love to see JJ get a crack at it. Was it Longmire that was rabbitting on about 'Reward for Effort' last weekend?

A bit of dash certainly couldn't hurt. Give the kid a taste and see what comes of it.

[DragzLS1]

Look at Luke D last year! Tutt's first game was reqarded with 3 goals in his first 3 kicks of afl football (some sort of record?) and Clay Smith debut against west coast round 1 where he kicked 4 goals.

We have some luck with debutants of late lets hope JJ gets a go and produces a grat first game for us!