Marcus Bontempelli

[BornInDroopSt'54]

Re: Marcus Bontempelli

I have a little Bont story.

Was sitting near the great Brad Johnson in the crowd last Saturday. After the Bont did that smother in the last quarter, which was on the wing sort of near us, Johnno got out of his seat and gave a standing ovation. He (Johnno) really sprung out of his seat and clapped for all he was worth. I think he was impressed....

Was Bonti prostrate when he did that smother, from the 3rd level he looked prostrate?

[KT31]

Re: Marcus Bontempelli

I have a little Bont story.

Was sitting near the great Brad Johnson in the crowd last Saturday. After the Bont did that smother in the last quarter, which was on the wing sort of near us, Johnno got out of his seat and gave a standing ovation. He (Johnno) really sprung out of his seat and clapped for all he was worth. I think he was impressed....

As I was down in Melbourne the past week I thought I would pop into the Kennel for a quick look at the Bulldogs shop.
It was my oldest Pups birthday and he asked if I could see if they had something autographed by Bont's, unfortunately nothing was available.
Before leaving I always have a chat to the lovely Glennis at Reception (I worked with her in a previous life)
I had just mentioned my dilemma in not being able to get the pup a Bonts autograph when who should walked past with a armful of boxes, the one and only Bonts.
Only quick Hi and a joke about he should not be carrying so much and surely some minion at the club would be better off doing so.(I did offer)
I thought it would be a bit out of place to asked but on his return for more parcels, Glennis told him about my pups birthday and he was more than happy to sign a card for him.
He also signed one for my youngest pup and we had a brief but very enjoyable conversation.
It slightly reminded me of chatting to a young Chris Grant, just happy to look after a fan and not rush off for something more important.

I very happy and confident with the knowledge that he will be one of the kids to take our club to the level.

[azabob]

Re: Marcus Bontempelli

Was Bonti prostrate when he did that smother, from the 3rd level he looked prostrate?

As in lying on the ground? Yes, pretty much so.

[Twodogs]

Re: Marcus Bontempelli

As in lying on the ground? Yes, pretty much so.

I don't want to think what the alternative could have been.

[anfo27]

Re: Marcus Bontempelli

Been having a debate with a Carlton mate today about the Bont v Cripps. He tells me he thinks Cripps isn't far behind the Bont. I think Cripps is great talent but not in the same league as our Bont.

Want to throw it out to all woofers on their thoughts, just in case i have rose coloured glasses on.

[LostDoggy]

Re: Marcus Bontempelli

Cripps is very, very good. I wouldn't swap Bont for anyone in the comp, but stacking up their respective first years, I think it's reasonable to say Cripps is not far behind.

Barring injury they'll both be top 5 players in the comp at their peak, possibly either could be #1.

[Greystache]

Re: Marcus Bontempelli

Been having a debate with a Carlton mate today about the Bont v Cripps. He tells me he thinks Cripps isn't far behind the Bont. I think Cripps is great talent but not in the same league as our Bont.

Want to throw it out to all woofers on their thoughts, just in case i have rose coloured glasses on.

I don't think there's much between them with Bont being a bit in front. Cripps is a big bodied inside mid who has been remarkably consistent for such a young player. He doesn't have the brilliance of Bonti nor the potential upside, but Cripps is already a midfielder that Carlton can rely upon week in week out to make a contribution and still has the ability to get better. Bonti stills goes a bit in feast or famine as you'd expect, but when he's on he's a long way ahead of Cripps in terms of how much he can influence a game.

[Happy Days]

Re: Marcus Bontempelli

Been having a debate with a Carlton mate today about the Bont v Cripps. He tells me he thinks Cripps isn't far behind the Bont. I think Cripps is great talent but not in the same league as our Bont.

Want to throw it out to all woofers on their thoughts, just in case i have rose coloured glasses on.

Nah, Bont's a fair way ahead; Cripps is still awesome though, and single handedly makes 2016 Carlton a better prospect than 2005 Carlton, Parkin be damned. Bont's ball use is much better and well rounded, and he hits the scoreboard far more regularly. Cripps is phenomenal in tight, his spatial awareness is something special, plus he has better hair, but he seems more inside at this stage, and I've still got doubts on his kicking.

Plus Cripps has never done this, or this.

[Sedat]

Re: Marcus Bontempelli

Cripps is a special player, and only a very special player like the Bont is in front of him from an U-20 competition perspective. The best thing about both of them is that they are so team-oriented and work just as hard defensively as they do with ball in hand.

[azabob]

Re: Marcus Bontempelli

Some very high-level key numbers.

Bontempelli and Cripps are from the same draft and both made their debuts last year.

Bontempelli is also 8 months younger than Cripps.

Patrick Cripps

D.O.B - 18/03/1995
Debut - Round 4, 2014
Career Games 22
Career Goals 6

Marcus Bontempelli

D.O.B - 24/11/1995
Debut - Round 5, 2014
Career Games 35
Career Goals 30

[Scorlibo]

Re: Marcus Bontempelli

The Bont entered the top 20 of the AFL player ratings this round. He is over 2 years younger than any other player to achieve this.

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As if that's not already exciting enough, the second youngest was... Tom Liberatore.

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Cripps is an absolute gun too, but I wouldn't trade him in for the Bont.

[ratsmac]

Re: Marcus Bontempelli

Cripps is a gun and will be an 'A-grader' before too long.

The Bont is a proven match winner, I rest my case!

[Dancin' Douggy]

Re: Marcus Bontempelli

Cripps is rock solid. Bonti gives you the spine tingling, Jaw dropping, Spirit lifting, heart stopping, match winning moments.
And LOTS OF THEM.

[lemmon]

Re: Marcus Bontempelli

I tend to think of Cripps as the Liberatore type. Wonderful in close, does massive amounts of the 'dirty stuff' but doesn't offer the same ability to break open a game on the outside as Bontempelli does. Teammates and supporters will love him but most of his good work will be finished off by others.

I don't like the Pendlebury comparisons with Bontempelli, the most similar type I've seen is James Hird. Just has that intangible quality that makes him appear to be playing on a different time-line...not to mention he puts his head over the footy and tackles like a machine also.

[Bulldog Joe]

Re: Marcus Bontempelli

Cripps has had an exceptional year, but Bont is supreme.

I really believe the only player currently playing that could challenge Bont for No 1 in the comp over the next 5 years is Jake Stringer.