The majority of his disposals would have come in the final term, which included a nice left-foot kick from half-back to open up space on the wing. Ms Broome said it was hard to put into words how much it meant to the town of Katherine to have the brothers drafted to the Brisbane Lions. There were some similarities in Surfers Paradise’ win over Wilston Grange, but it was also a vastly different contest, as the Demons survived a late scare from a determined Gorillas’ outfit to win 9.11 (65) to 9.8 (62). TWO rounds remain in the Queensland Australian Football League (QAFL) competition, with minimal time for sides to try and squeeze into the top six spots for finals. "It's made it so much easier having [Keidean] around the club because, growing up, we've always been around each other, so when I got here, having him at the club made it so much easier.". Broadbeach slammed home seven goals to zero in the opening term, then had a 59-point lead by half-time. He was selected in the Under 16s All Australian team in 2018 in the forward line, after he averaged 3 goals a game during his early years with the Perth Football Club. Fyfe rarely wasted his touches and often hit teammates in a better position than himself. He combined well with Joel Jeffrey before the swingman was sent forward, with their reading of the ball in flight ensuring Brisbane had little avenues to go forward quickly. The winner will go a long way to booking a finals spot, whilst the loser will be in danger of missing out. The captain of the side, Johnston was a rock in defence at centre half-back. Broadbeach 17.18 (120) defeated Maroochydore 4.2 (26). The pressure of Will Tasker, who booted two goals, and Lochlan Harrop also ensured the Lions took the game down to the wire, with their presence around the ball putting a classy Suns defence under the pump. Last year there were 79 at the national combine and another 97 across the various state combines, of which about 90 were ultimately drafted. GOLD Coast Suns and Sydney Swans Academies will be keen to double-up with victories over their respective cross-state rivals, Brisbane Lions and GWS GIANTS Academies when the Northern Academy series continues this weekend. Reeves will be very important for Broadbeach throughout the finals series.Josh Gore (Broadbeach) [Gold Coast Suns Academy]Gore had a strong game for the Cats. wont be tied to any academies for next year’s draft. "And then she sent us down. Other Swans who impressed included overager Sam Gaden, who looked comfortable in defence alongside Max Geddes. Conversely, it could see Broadbeach come in the much fresher side. Broadbeach were great at locking the ball in their forward half and getting repeat inside 50s, so Briskey and the other Sherwood defenders were under constant pressure all day. His work-rate forward of centre was outstanding, and he could be seen pushing inside 50 from the wing to snare his second major, hardly breaking stride as he gobbled up the loose ball and slotted it home on the fly. He finished as one of the most prolific ball winners on the day, and kept his name in the hat as far as the Swans are concerned. Nicholls did not have the most productive game but he was still able to show his skill and talent with some nice spin moves and classy movement from the back half. Played a mixture between the wing and getting back to help the defence, Crozier was neat with his ball use and always looking to create run for the Lions. At the other end of the ladder, Morningside hosts Palm Beach Currumbin in the standout match for the round. In part one of our NAB AFL Draft preview, we will look at the top prospects from the Brisbane Lions Academy. He was recruited by Collingwood with the 17th draft pick in the 2020 AFL draft. Given Reeves’ ability to penetrate inside 50, he can afford to bomb long and put it to 15m out and worry defenders into punching which then brings Broadbeach’s crumbers – such as Gore – into play. He used the ball well and showed good hands in traffic throughout the contest, and definitely showed plenty of potential in the defeat. He was a regular at the centre bounces and stoppages, accumulating the ball with ease at ground level and releasing well to his teammates on the move. It seemed the conditions suited his game well, and he would later move forward where he very nearly added a goal to his game with a sharp snap. The Brisbane Lions Academy prospect started the game on fire, running around the back of a teammate to receive a handball on the 50-metre arc and kick the first goal. The Brisbane Lions have added to the history of brothers to play at the Club by selecting Hyundai Help for Kids Lions Academy product Blake Coleman in the 2020 NAB AFL National Draft. Morningside’s Matthew Payne, Labrador duo Fraser Thurlow and Matthew Lee and Wilston Grange’s Will McKenzie have also earned best honours in six matches. Ethan Hunt showed some promising signs in the Northern Academy Series, while Suns captain Jack Johnston will return to his defensive post for last year’s runners-up. Elite level speed and goal sense. His clearance work built as well with the added confidence, and a later move behind the ball allowed Green to showcase his strong hands and intercept quality. In the final term, Briskey was pushed forward to give his side a strong leading option. He teamed up with Aidan Fyfe on a number of occasions, and was also strong defensively, laying a shepherd to enable his teammate to get the ball forward and then had a shot on goal himself that was pinched by Clay Cameron on the line in that third term. Coleman was a particular threat in transition with his clean hands, while over-ager Reville had a massive impact in the third term to give the Lions a sniff. When Michael plays with this type of confidence, he is very difficult to stop.Max Pescud (Surfers Paradise) [Gold Coast Suns Academy]Pescud was one of Surfers Paradise’s standout players on Saturday. Looking at some of the top performers around the league, Mt Gravatt – who has the bye this weekend – has Luke O’Sullivan who has been named in the best six of a possible seven times, snagging six goals in the process. Cashen-Harris had a mixed bag of a day with some very nice highlights, but also a few mistakes. It was the final nail in the reigning premiers coffin, as the Demons failed to make finals after holding the cup aloft last year. For this week, we focused on some of the outstanding Northern Academy members running around in the QAFL for the various sides in the four matches. Sam Thorne was a clear standout for the Swans, continually working hard through the middle, and arguably could have been best on ground for his four quarter effort and tackling pressure on the opposition. Crozier often got involved in switches of play and worked hard to ensure his side controlled possession across the wings. Meanwhile, leading Queensland prospect Alex Davis remains on the sidelines with an elbow injury. "I thought being so young, they'd give it a year and be like, 'Nah, this is too hard,' so for them to still be here today, I am glad it all worked out in the end. Later in the term he looked like creating some magic off the back of some great defensive pressure – corralling an opponent and tackling him over the boundary line and winning the free kick – only to put the ball out on the full from 50m. looked very smooth whenever he got possession and like many of his teammates, always took the opportunity to move the ball forward as quickly and cleanly as possible. Thomas Thynne and Zac Harrison both impressed for Palm Beach Currumbin on the road, while Fraser Thurlow and Jaise Coleman stood tall for the losers. He was recruited by the Sydney Swans with the 5th draft pick in the 2020 AFL draft. He provided a goal assist to Jackson Barling in the second term with a hacked kick into the arc, and doubled his impact with some forward 50 ruck work. Crozier pushed forward on multiple occasions to take uncontested marks inside 50 and earn shots at goal. The Suns jumped them and utilised the breeze well, but it is easy to see why Lions fans are excited about this year’s crop of Academy talents. DRAFT Trust Water Right Reportof Examination Pages 220‐221 under Auditor’s File No. In the slightly closer games, Sherwood was too good for Surfers Paradise (28 points), and Maroochydore got the better of Labrador (26). Brisbane: W. Tasker 2, B. Reville 2, C. Bowes 2, C. Michael, S. Crozier, L. Harrop. Scholard and Roos’ teammate Jacob Simpson are the next most with five bests for their respective sides. Reeves aided Fyfe as one of the better players on the day, predominantly for his ability to clear the defensive zone with his long raking kick. Morningside vs. Palm Beach Currumbin For Brisbane Lions fans, it might be one of the last couple of weeks to see Tahj Abberley in action as Wilston Grange need to do the unthinkable and upset Broadbeach with Gold Coast fans being able to see the likes of Gore, Bailey Reeves and Aidan Fyfe running around for the Cats. Considering the Lions will have an easier opponent next week, they know they will all but secure a top two spot with a win here, whilst Morningside will achieve that if the Panthers can get up. His second came 14 minutes into the next term, when he chucked it on his preferred left following a handball receive and did not mind it with an equally-fitting goal celebration to put his team up. Ventured up forward late in the third quarter, and after the Surfers Paradise Demons cut open the Sherwood Magpies defence as they went through the corridor, he finally kicked his first goal of the afternoon and his first for the game running into an open goal and kicking it on the goalline. He also used his pace to consistently get to ideal crumbing positions and break away from opponents when he got the ball. While he was a touch slow to truly build into the contest, Green began to show his best form after half time with some terrific overhead marking in tricky conditions. He always forced a second defender to go with him in the air to bring the ball to ground, thus creating more space for crumbers at his feet. Height: 181cm | Weight: 79kg | 6/8/02 With his speed, strength and agility, Coleman has proven to be a highly skilled forward and one of the most explosive talents in the 2020 draft. Josh Green – Tom’s brother – is one of their top talents, with the taller more key position option a player that could follow his brother into the elite program. His strengths are his pressure and speed, which he combines to run down opponents or force turnovers. This was highlighted when he burst through a stoppage at pace, plucked the ball off the ground one-handed and got the clearance in the last term. Nikolas Cox. This was validated when he produced a magnificent run-down tackle in the final term to cause a turnover (holding the ball) in the middle of the ground. Occasionally he would kick long and a defender would intercept, but his low short passes were more effective when eyeing off forward 50 targets. Coleman brothers dream becomes a reality. Under 16 NSW/ACT MVP Kai Watts booted a goal from his permenent forward position, while Jack Driscoll rotated back through the ruck. Max Pescud (Surfers Paradise) [Gold Coast Suns]. Starting on a wing, the Gold Coast Academy member played his role throughout the match and probably ended as one of the better Cats in the big win. After this, he immediately looked into the centre corridor and found a teammate with a typical spearing kick. In a must-win clash for both sides, Wilston Grange will travel to Surfers Paradise in a battle of the bottom two teams. Gore showed great composure in the final term when he quickly got off the ground with the ball in hand to turn, deliver a short kick inside 50 and set up a goal.Aidan Fyfe (Broadbeach) [Gold Coast Suns Academy]Fyfe played at half-back for the Cats and had a solid game. A quick player who takes the game on, tackles, and marks with intent despite his light frame, he came undone a few times with his run but when he was up-and-running and taking bounces, he looked very sharp and even got some time through the midfield late in the game, winning a few clearances. Look for him to potentially rotate through the front six, or even into the centre bounces should the Magpies require a spark. Mt Gravatt vs. Morningside Nonetheless, his strength in the air saw him pull down a great contested mark leading out up forward, protecting the ball drop and then converting the set shot less than two minutes into the final term. Maroochydore had a vital win in Round 6 and were able to get four points clear of the bottom three, but cannot rest on their laurels if they are to be a serious threat in the competition, and continue to rise up the ladder. Matt Hammelmann slotted eight majors in a remarkable performance, while young talent Saxon Crozier kicked a couple alongside Reuben William for the winners. He was first sighted using the ball cleanly in the back half, staying composed to provide a refreshing point of difference in the largely-contested game. He is somewhat of an in-between size at 192cm and 87kg, allowing him to compete both aerially and at ground level. Sometimes Fyfe can do a bit much with ball-in-hand, and had a Hollywood handball behind his head that missed the target but was luckily cleaned up, but the next overuse by hand was coughed up and turned over trying to run down the middle. In this week’s Queensland Australian Football League (QAFL) weekend wrap and scouting notes, we take a look at how some of the top young guns performed, and which teams enjoyed massive wins. Another season-defining clash is between Sherwood and Surfers Paradise which is linked the aforementioned match. 16. by Matthew Cohen Baltimore Beatdown Oct 18, 2017, 9:00am EDT Who will the Baltimore Ravens select? To his credit, he did not drop his head and worked very hard to keep providing an option and apply pressure on the opposition. At forward 50 stoppages he frequently burst through the contest at speed and took opposition players with him, thus creating space for his teammates. Cashen-Harris can often also win free kicks for opponents holding onto him, knowing he has the breakaway speed to shake off opponents. He tended to fumble a little at ground level and sometimes would rush his kicks, but he is good in marking contests in terms of his positioning and body work. That’ll come as a sigh of relief for all AFL clubs, as he put on a best on ground performance down back. Somehow he managed to gain distance, shake off his pursuers and launch a goal from 50m having beaten three opponents in the clear goal of the day. The diminutive over-ager was thrown right into the cut and thrust of midfield and hardly looked out of place. Thorne’s ability to shark the ball off hands and get his legs pumping to burst away was noticeable, and it helped set the tone for Sydney from where it mattered most. It was positive to see a good second effort as he bounced up and tackled Carter Michael, letting him know about it too. A bit more consistency and there is some definite positives. Skipper for the day, Jack Johnston was a rock at centre half-back, faring well aerially while also contributing to the Suns’ kick-heavy game in the back half at times. Fyfe found the ball all over the ground, working hard defensively and offensively. He saluted with his fifth 17 minutes into the third after missing a rushed shot earlier in the term, showing good positioning, leading out and marking 35m out to convert. THE 2020 Northern Academy Series got underway over the weekend, with prospects from the Brisbane Lions, Gold Coast Suns, GWS Giants, and Sydney Swans talent programs all looking to impress. Maybe the most unlucky Suns player not to be included in the AFL based academy, he has been a regular goal scorer in the QAFL and backed that up again. He spent time in the midfield throughout the day, where he read the ball nicely off the hands of the ruckmen and won some contested possessions and clearances. On a number of occasions he pushed hard down a wing or down the middle, and while he was still late, generally made good decisions with ball-in-hand. Bottom-age talent Kai Watts, and top-age inclusion for Round 2, Charlie Byrne are others to watch, with the latter having some incredible skill coming off half-back that he showed for the Murray Bushrangers last year. ESPN's AFL draft expert Chris Doerre analyses each teams performance at the 2020 AFL Draft and grades how each team fared. Hyundai Help for Kids Lions Academy product Blake Coleman joins the Pride. He was one of many to kick a goal in the first quarter with a nice snap and he would set up countless others with his clean hands and composure when in possession. He was willing to put his head over the ball, win his own footy and use quick hands to release open teammates. He has clearly mastered the art of controlling possession as well, as he chipped the ball around a lot in the defensive half with teammates. Aside from Pescud, Perry Lewis-Smith booted two goals in the win and was amongst the best with Cameron Topping and Daniel Charlesworth. Picking up plenty of intercept possessions in the last 30 minutes, he showed good hands and solid defensive pressure, including stopping a Maroochydore player in his tracks at half-forward and winning the ball back for his side. Both players rotated forward through midfield, and looked so dangerous whenever the ball entered their area. overall, Abberley played a starring role in a losing side. Starting through midfield, the Lions captain got his hands on the ball early, but looked most dangerous in the closing stages as he used his long kicking to take the game on. It goes without saying Surfers Paradise must win this game against the Gorillas if they are to be a legitimate chance in season 2020. He ventured down back in the later stages of the fourth term and got his hands on the footy a few more times to limit the scoring of the Sherwood Magpies. In the second term, he took a nice intercept mark, won a 50-metre penalty and put through the set shot from about 40 out to kick his side’s first goal for the day. Of Gore’s five majors, the first game 15 minutes in the opening term when competition leading goalkicker Jordan Moncrieff leapt up in the goalsquare to take the contact and tap back to the loose Gore who kicked the easiest of majors. He started the game well by impacting clearances and creating some effective link-up play through the middle of the ground. Top-age Gold Coast Academy prospect Jack Johnston comes in at centre half-back and will have his hands full, while Riley Buckland is another to keep an eye on with his run and attack in the forward half. If the defence can restrict his influence on the game, and not allow too many of the smaller damaging forwards such as Blake Coleman to have an impact, that will be crucial. Oliver Henry (footballer) 1 Playing statistics correct to the end of round 4, 2021. He did have a poor kick coming out late in the first term that went straight to the opposition for a goal, but as a whole, he hit most of his targets. Gulden was arguably best afield in the second half, and is just so difficult to stop at full flight. Despite not being the quickest player out there, he was certainly one of the sharpest in both skill and mind with ball in hand. Both have been prominent goalkickers at QAFL level, and brought that same form into the game, with Gore’s clean hands and Colenso’s strength and tackling ability amongst the attributes that stood out for the respective forwards. Surfers Paradise 9.11 (65) defeated Wilston Grange 9.8 (62) He kicked two goals in the win, but it was the shared goalkicking load on the opposite side which was the difference. But the small community has another claim to fame: It's where two brothers, Keidean and Blake Coleman, forged their AFL dreams. Looking at his six majors, the first two came in the opening term, with a strong leap, one-grab clunk eight and a half minutes into the quarter with a 30m set shot on a slight angle sailing home. One of the Lions’ best throughout the day, he just kept trying to create off half-back and push up the ground. The likes of Coopa Steele and Joel Dunstall dug in to find plenty of the ball, while Harrison Grintell looked lively up forward, and Sam Frost was among a few solid defenders. Gold Coast Suns Academy prospect Rhys Nicholls featured in our Player Focus for the week while Bryce Retzlaff (three goals) and Blair Rubock (two) were the key goalkickers in a losing side. Turning the attention to the Q-Clash, and the Lions will be keen to turnaround their fortunes after a slow start saw them 37 points down before they put a score on the board. Both Lions Academy prospects will look to have an impact her, as will Kuot Thok. In the top of the table clash between the Cats and Panthers, Broadbeach overcame an inaccurate start of just 1.7 in the opening term, to boot 12.9 after that, and run away with a 50-point win. If he wasn’t digging in to win his own ball at the stoppages, Grant was applying smothering defensive pressure to make life hard for opposition midfielders. The small utility was as reliable as any Lion afield, constantly looking a class above with his use by foot. He applied some great forward pressure by using his electric pace and strong tackling ability. Players height and weight were also recorded. In a tough day at the office, the Brisbane Lions Academy member produced a really strong, consistent performance off half-back, trying to create something for his team in a defence that was often under-siege. The Lions do not have a dominant goalkicker, and instead share the load around with Mitchell Johnson (11 goals) and Jarryd Douglas (10) in double figures. Early in the quarter he got caught holding the ball but made amends when he went in for his second effort and smothered the free kick. They ran out 19-point winners, thus ending Palm Beach’s recent stranglehold on Grand Final day and setting up a blockbuster. His 192cm frame allowed him to compete at the stoppages, while his ability to get up either end of the ground made him an influential player throughout the game. Another academy product, Toby Triffett comes in on the bench alongside Coleman, while Nathan Colenso has been named at full back, and 20-year-old Gippsland Power graduate Matthew McGannon roams through midfield. Clay Cameron and Connor Nutting both kicked three goals apiece, while Kwaby Boakye, Ethan Reeves and Max Lower were named the Cats’ best in the win. At the other end of the ladder, Wilston Grange and Labrador can mathematically still make it despite having just one win on the board after seven rounds, but need results to go their way. AFTER nine regular season rounds and a bumper elimination weekend, semi-finals time has arrived in the Queensland Australian Football League (QAFL). Sydney Swans vs GWS GIANTS, North Dalton Park Wollongong, Brisbane Lions vs Gold Coast Suns, Labrador Park. Broadbeach forward Josh Gore could cross paths with Michael as he did at times in the Academy series, with the over-age forward booting eight goals in four games so far.