Austin elevated to senior list

[josie]

Re: Austin elevated to senior list

I thought he held his own today, doesn't panick and won a few contests.

Agree, was a little eager & gave away two frees early on which I think led to goals, however steadied after that.

Like the fact he kept his feet today.

Can anyone remember who did he spend the majority of time on after that?

[F'scary]

Re: Austin elevated to senior list

I thought he held his own today, doesn't panick and won a few contests.

Agree. His dogged attitude and sticking to the basics is something Williams, Roberts & Talia need to emulate badly.

[boydogs]

Re: Austin elevated to senior list

I thought he held his own today, doesn't panick and won a few contests.

He beat Jesse White well. He was also pretty good with the ball in hand and was good at holding on to it until a target presented itself when he was being tackled. There were one or two occasions when he didn't link up well but that's to be expected when adjusting to the pace of the game at AFL level. Hopefully he can continue to be solid for us and save Wood playing tall or Stringer playing back

[SonofScray]

Re: Austin elevated to senior list

When his moments in the game arrived, he did his job. Contested well and was safe with the ball. Exactly what we know he can offer.

[bulldogtragic]

Re: Austin elevated to senior list

While the debate about not having a pup in the team remains seperate, he gets a pass mark from me. He gave away a few frees that led to goals, but White wasn't seen today so that's a pass.

[azabob]

Re: Austin elevated to senior list

While the debate about not having a pup in the team remains seperate, he gets a pass mark from me. He gave away a few frees that led to goals, but White wasn't seen today so that's a pass.

At only 25 he could in theory play for another 5-7 years if good enough.

[bulldogtragic]

Re: Austin elevated to senior list

At only 25 he could in theory play for another 5-7 years if good enough.

There's a few key words in that sentence

[azabob]

Re: Austin elevated to senior list

There's a few key words in that sentence

Touché, my friend. Touché.

[GVGjr]

Re: Austin elevated to senior list

With Williams a late withdrawal I think we can now see why we promoted Austin. He did his job today. Nothing special but the real upside is we gave the number one forwards spot to Jones and he more than answered the challenge.

Austin just gives us some options. Maybe he will be pitted against Westhoff next week

[always right]

Re: Austin elevated to senior list

Austin's elevation turned out to be an inspired move. The big question is whether he should be retained after this year. I certainly feel far more confident with him one out than I do with Williams.

[F'scary]

Re: Austin elevated to senior list

His name is so bland. Maybe if he got a decent nick name it would help his chances?

Ozzy Austin?

[Ozza]

Re: Austin elevated to senior list

Nullified White completely (5 possessions) and did fine with the ball. Reckon he went well, and apart from getting caught once, actually took the right options quickly and got us out of a couple of pressure moments.

Was really pleased for him. I heard him speak at the social club a few weeks back and he seems to have a great attitude and enthusiasm about getting better.

[LostDoggy]

Re: Austin elevated to senior list

I liked his game ......... and feel more comfortable with than Tom Williams.

[Bulldog Joe]

Re: Austin elevated to senior list

He certainly gets a comfortable pass mark from me.

[always right]

Re: Austin elevated to senior list

What I like about Austin is that he plays in front and anticipates well which helps him to lead his opponent to the ball on most occasions. His biggest downfall is that he really isn't key position size but he has the height and athleticism to play on different types.

The MC copped a bit of criticism when they upgraded him which was perfectly justified. I wonder if he is in their long term plans and whether his upgrade might be a result of Tom Williams indicating to the club that this is his last year. Just speculating.