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    Re: Weclome to the Western Bulldogs - Auther Jones

    Quote Originally Posted by The Underdog View Post
    Sorry, was trying for a Minder reference, definitely showing my age.
    Bit slow on the uptake. Well played sir.

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    Re: Welcome to the Western Bulldogs - Arthur Jones

    here is him talking on a podcast leading up to the draft https://omny.fm/shows/the-hard-ball-...o-arthur-jones


    Arthur Jones joins the podcast to talk about his draft prospects, his famous family links, what happened with his West Coast Next Generation Academy invite, and what it would mean to him to make it into the big time.
    Last edited by choconmientay; 25-11-2021 at 09:42 PM.
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    Re: Weclome to the Western Bulldogs - Auther Jones

    Quote Originally Posted by josie View Post
    Bit slow on the uptake. Well played sir.
    "I say, Arthur".

    From Mother and Son if anyone ever used to watch that on the ABC.

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    Re: Welcome to the Western Bulldogs - Arthur Jones

    Welcome to the Doggies Arthur, here’s hoping for an electrifying carrier with us.
    It's better to die on our feet than live on our knees.

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    Re: Welcome to the Western Bulldogs - Arthur Jones

    Listening to the podcast, he sounds like a really grounded, switched on kid.

    Some interesting takeaways:
    -He had at least three clubs in contact with him
    -He gets compared to Bradley Hill
    -He would have been in the West Coast NGA programme, but decided not to sign the contract- two other boys signed, but he didn't understand the contract so took it home. He and his mum couldn't make sense of it, so opened not to sign.
    -Wesley College student- has been involved in Indigenous programmes, including designing an Indigenous tie as an awareness/fundraising idea (closing the gap initiative). He also designed their indigenous Guernsey with a few other boys.
    -Is indeed related to the Krakouers
    -Sounds like he has some leadership qualities- and is keen to play a leadership role.

    A good listen, including a nice story at the end. The kid sounds like an absolute gem.

    WA Draft Combine
    2km TT:
    C.Warner - 6.20 min
    A. Jones - 6.30 min
    M. Johnson - 6.39 min
    B. Watson - 6.39 min

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    Re: Welcome to the Western Bulldogs - Arthur Jones

    Welcome aboard Arthur, and best of luck in your career
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    Premierships: AFL 1954, 2016 VFA - 1898,99,1900, 1908, 1913, 1919-20, 1923-24, VFL: 2014, 2016 . Champions of Victoria 1924. AFLW - 2018.

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    Re: Welcome to the Western Bulldogs - Arthur Jones

    FFC: Established 1883

    Premierships: AFL 1954, 2016 VFA - 1898,99,1900, 1908, 1913, 1919-20, 1923-24, VFL: 2014, 2016 . Champions of Victoria 1924. AFLW - 2018.

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    Re: Welcome to the Western Bulldogs - Arthur Jones

    FFC: Established 1883

    Premierships: AFL 1954, 2016 VFA - 1898,99,1900, 1908, 1913, 1919-20, 1923-24, VFL: 2014, 2016 . Champions of Victoria 1924. AFLW - 2018.

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    Re: Welcome to the Western Bulldogs - Arthur Jones

    The rig on this kid once he's done a few preseasons will be completely out of control.
    Nobody's looking for a puppeteer in today's wintry economic climate.

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    Re: Welcome to the Western Bulldogs - Arthur Jones

    Arthur. The once and Future king!



    The Lady of the Lake-- her arm clad in the purest shimmering samite,
    held aloft Excalibur from the bosom of the water, signifying by
    divine providence that I, Arthur, was to carry Excalibur
    Have you been reading those Roddy Doyle books again, Dougal!?


    I have, yeah Ted, you big gobshite

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    Re: Welcome to the Western Bulldogs - Arthur Jones

    Quote Originally Posted by jeemak View Post
    The rig on this kid once he's done a few preseasons will be completely out of control.
    Yep. I know highlights are just highlights but boy o boy he backs himself in and can kick a goal.
    More of an In Bruges guy?

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    Re: Welcome to the Western Bulldogs - Arthur Jones

    Welcome, King.
    Our 1954 premiership players are our heroes, and it has to be said that Charlie was their hero.

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    Re: Welcome to the Western Bulldogs - Arthur Jones

    Quote Originally Posted by choconmientay View Post
    here is him talking on a podcast leading up to the draft https://omny.fm/shows/the-hard-ball-...o-arthur-jones
    thanks for posting. A good listen. The host does a really good job in bringing Arthur out of his shell.

    I love this kid already.
    More of an In Bruges guy?

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    Re: Welcome to the Western Bulldogs - Arthur Jones

    Quote Originally Posted by The Adelaide Connection View Post
    Listening to the podcast, he sounds like a really grounded, switched on kid.

    Some interesting takeaways:
    -He had at least three clubs in contact with him
    -He gets compared to Bradley Hill
    -He would have been in the West Coast NGA programme, but decided not to sign the contract- two other boys signed, but he didn't understand the contract so took it home. He and his mum couldn't make sense of it, so opened not to sign.
    -Wesley College student- has been involved in Indigenous programmes, including designing an Indigenous tie as an awareness/fundraising idea (closing the gap initiative). He also designed their indigenous Guernsey with a few other boys.
    -Is indeed related to the Krakouers
    -Sounds like he has some leadership qualities- and is keen to play a leadership role.

    A good listen, including a nice story at the end. The kid sounds like an absolute gem.

    WA Draft Combine
    2km TT:
    C.Warner - 6.20 min
    A. Jones - 6.30 min
    M. Johnson - 6.39 min
    B. Watson - 6.39 min
    Thanks TAC for summarising this.
    Really gives an insight into the type of player and person aspects we like to bring together when determining who to draft. It really does seem that we place a high value on personal attributes.

    I am really looking forward to seeing Arthur develop. He looks to have a lot to work with.

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    Re: Welcome to the Western Bulldogs - Arthur Jones

    Really liking this pic, love the athletic traits sounds like a great kid he seems to really love his footy.

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