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So Short, now Rioli to remain in defence.
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Definitely in rotations, just not sure how many he attends if selected. Only had 5 games last year and was out for about 10 with a supposed 1-2 week ankle injury.
Seems to have picked up some fitness, as this was his main hindrance.
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Seems to have picked up some fitness, as this was his main hindrance.
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Noah Balta, Thomson Dow discuss position moves under new Richmond coach Adem Yze
The Adem Yze era is taking shape at Punt Road, with a host of young Tigers firming to feature in opening round. Noah Balta reveals the four rising stars who have impressed him most.
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Dustin Martin back on track in Tigerland
AFL: Dustin Martin will be returning to full form for the Richmond Tigers after recovering from a nasty hamstring injury.
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Richmond swingman Noah Balta says he is looking forward to forming a new partnership with Tom Lynch and Jacob Koschitzke in attack this year as a host of young Tigers begin to blossom.
A premiership player as a key defender in 2020, Balta has been swung forward at times over the past two years but looks set to make a more permanent move under new coach Adem Yze.
The 24-year-old has been training with the forwards over summer and is poised to line up alongside Koschitzke when the Tigers meet the Gold Coast Suns in round zero next month.
Lynch has been ruled out of that match against his old side due to an ongoing foot issue, but remains hopeful of facing Carlton the following week.
“Me and Kosi have been working really well together, doing heaps of work together, heaps of vision together,” Balta said.
“So (we’re) slowly growing. I think we’re both kind of learning the new role, because he’s coming from another club.”
Noah Balta is set to be swung into attack. Picture: Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images
Balta said he had been impressed by a number of young Tigers over the off-season, who will be staking their claims for more opportunities this year.
“I feel like Thomson Dow has been killing it,” he said during Richmond’s community camp in Mildura.
“Jack Ross, Juddy Clark, Steely Green, they’re all just putting in the work and it’s showing, especially this pre-season.
“They bring their notepads to the training meetings and all that and they’ve just grown so much this year and they’re so clear on everything.
“I’m really excited to see those boys.”
Balta’s move forward has been helped by the return of young key defender Josh Gibcus, who did not play a game last year due to repeat hamstring issues.
Gibcus had shone brightly in his debut season in 2022, playing 18 games.
“Hopefully (he) gets more games in him and gets more experience,” Balta said of Gibcus.
“He’s going to be a champion for us.”
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DOW PRIMED TO SEIZE MIDFIELD RESPONSIBILITY
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Emerging Richmond midfielder Thomson Dow is eyeing a breakthrough season as he prepares to be handed the keys to the engine room by new coach Adem Yze.
The 22-year-old has struggled to break into Richmond’s mature midfield mix, playing just 18 games since being picked in the first round of the 2019 draft.
However, a strong pre-season has Dow primed for an opening round berth.
Dow said Yze had shown significant faith in him as he plots the next era at Punt Road.
THOMSON DOW'S 2023 VFL SEASON
Matches: 12
Ranking points: 90
Disposals: 22.8
Contested possessions: 11.6
Marks: 3.1
Clearances: 6.3
Tackles: 2.7
“He always says to back myself in, in the contest because he does so it’s important that I do as well,” he said.
“I think more than anything it’s another year in the system, as well as having fresh faces.
“Having ‘Ooze’ (Yze) and Chris Newman and (Jack) Ziebell coming in has been refreshing and I think they’ve given me a good leg up and a bit of confidence.
“Nothing really changes, I keep going about my business, building a good fitness tank is always important, I think for me it’s even more important, so a good pre-season always helps.”
Thomson Dow is primed to step up under Adem Yze. Picture: Michael Klein
Dow did not feature at AFL level in 2023 until round 10 against Essendon, when he was subbed off after six disposals in three quarters.
He was recalled in round 22 in given his preferred midfield role, collecting 21, 16 and 27 disposals in the final three games of the season.
He also averaged 4.3 clearances and 2.3 tackles per game in those matches, giving Tigers fans a glimpse of what they will hope will become a regular occurrence in 2024.
Dow spent his off-season back home in Swan Hill, where he trained with older brother and new St Kilda midfielder Paddy Dow,
He already has a clash against the Saints circled on the calendar.
“I actually spent a lot of my time in Swan Hill, I didn’t do too much other than a bit of relaxing,” he said.
“I did (train with Paddy), we try and train, do every session together.
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Dustin Martin back on track in Tigerland
AFL: Dustin Martin will be returning to full form for the Richmond Tigers after recovering from a nasty hamstring injury.
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Richmond swingman Noah Balta says he is looking forward to forming a new partnership with Tom Lynch and Jacob Koschitzke in attack this year as a host of young Tigers begin to blossom.
A premiership player as a key defender in 2020, Balta has been swung forward at times over the past two years but looks set to make a more permanent move under new coach Adem Yze.
The 24-year-old has been training with the forwards over summer and is poised to line up alongside Koschitzke when the Tigers meet the Gold Coast Suns in round zero next month.
Lynch has been ruled out of that match against his old side due to an ongoing foot issue, but remains hopeful of facing Carlton the following week.
“Me and Kosi have been working really well together, doing heaps of work together, heaps of vision together,” Balta said.
“So (we’re) slowly growing. I think we’re both kind of learning the new role, because he’s coming from another club.”
Noah Balta is set to be swung into attack. Picture: Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images
Balta said he had been impressed by a number of young Tigers over the off-season, who will be staking their claims for more opportunities this year.
“I feel like Thomson Dow has been killing it,” he said during Richmond’s community camp in Mildura.
“Jack Ross, Juddy Clark, Steely Green, they’re all just putting in the work and it’s showing, especially this pre-season.
“They bring their notepads to the training meetings and all that and they’ve just grown so much this year and they’re so clear on everything.
“I’m really excited to see those boys.”
Balta’s move forward has been helped by the return of young key defender Josh Gibcus, who did not play a game last year due to repeat hamstring issues.
Gibcus had shone brightly in his debut season in 2022, playing 18 games.
“Hopefully (he) gets more games in him and gets more experience,” Balta said of Gibcus.
“He’s going to be a champion for us.”
Where will Richmond finish in 2024?
Top four
5-8
9-12
Bottom six
Cast your vote
DOW PRIMED TO SEIZE MIDFIELD RESPONSIBILITY
Matthew Forrest
Emerging Richmond midfielder Thomson Dow is eyeing a breakthrough season as he prepares to be handed the keys to the engine room by new coach Adem Yze.
The 22-year-old has struggled to break into Richmond’s mature midfield mix, playing just 18 games since being picked in the first round of the 2019 draft.
However, a strong pre-season has Dow primed for an opening round berth.
Dow said Yze had shown significant faith in him as he plots the next era at Punt Road.
THOMSON DOW'S 2023 VFL SEASON
Matches: 12
Ranking points: 90
Disposals: 22.8
Contested possessions: 11.6
Marks: 3.1
Clearances: 6.3
Tackles: 2.7
“He always says to back myself in, in the contest because he does so it’s important that I do as well,” he said.
“I think more than anything it’s another year in the system, as well as having fresh faces.
“Having ‘Ooze’ (Yze) and Chris Newman and (Jack) Ziebell coming in has been refreshing and I think they’ve given me a good leg up and a bit of confidence.
“Nothing really changes, I keep going about my business, building a good fitness tank is always important, I think for me it’s even more important, so a good pre-season always helps.”
Thomson Dow is primed to step up under Adem Yze. Picture: Michael Klein
Dow did not feature at AFL level in 2023 until round 10 against Essendon, when he was subbed off after six disposals in three quarters.
He was recalled in round 22 in given his preferred midfield role, collecting 21, 16 and 27 disposals in the final three games of the season.
He also averaged 4.3 clearances and 2.3 tackles per game in those matches, giving Tigers fans a glimpse of what they will hope will become a regular occurrence in 2024.
Dow spent his off-season back home in Swan Hill, where he trained with older brother and new St Kilda midfielder Paddy Dow,
He already has a clash against the Saints circled on the calendar.
“I actually spent a lot of my time in Swan Hill, I didn’t do too much other than a bit of relaxing,” he said.
“I did (train with Paddy), we try and train, do every session together.
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Shades of Jordan Dawson in Adelaide Crows young gun Dan Curtin as Round 1 debut firms
Adelaide’s defence has been the biggest point of intrigue throughout pre-season and now a four-game Crow has bolted into the mix to be part of Matthew Nicks’ round 1 backline.
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February 10, 2024 - 3:16PM
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Adelaide pre-season training heats up
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Adelaide’s top draft pick is stepping up his push for round 1 selection after another promising showing on Friday.
Dan Curtin’s decision-making and neat kicking stood out during a match simulation at West Lakes, in what was his second full session back from knee soreness.
The 18-year-old defender, who sat out main drills for a fortnight before this week, would now turn his attention to the club’s internal trial on February 16.
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On Friday, Curtin played for both teams, which were mixed throughout the game and did not always resemble a probables versus others.
He started in what appeared to be the Bs before becoming one of several players to switch sides.
Showing shades of a younger Jordan Dawson, who is also left-footed, Curtin’s composure with the ball and ability to read the play are obvious strengths.
Dan Curtin and Patrick Parnell. Picture: Roy VanDerVegt
Adelaide selected Curtin with at No. 8 on draft night after trading up in a pick swap with GWS.
Like Dawson, he projects to be a defender early in his career before becoming a midfielder.
The battle for spots in the Crows’ round 1 backline remains intriguing.
Some combination of lockdown defender Jordon Butts, swingman Elliott Himmelberg, Irishman Mark Keane, 17-gamer Josh Worrell look likeliest to fill the key posts, alongside second-year talent Max Michalanney.
Luke Nankervis, who debuted in round 19 and played the next three games, again showed his wares at halfback, lining up for the As for most of the game.
The 20-year-old got his opportunity with Wayne Milera (hamstring) and Paddy Parnell (shoulder) sidelined.
Draftee Oscar Ryan also had some nice moments at halfback.
The Murray Bushrangers product’s one-on-one defending has impressed teammates this summer.
Karl Gallagher has made an impression at the Crows in the off-season. Picture: Roy Van Der Vegt
Also catching the eye in defence was Irishman Karl Gallagher.
Gallagher, a Gaelic footballer who signed as a category B rookie last month, won a holding the ball free kick, stood up in a Ned McHenry tackle before kicking to a teammate and showcased his burst away from tacklers.
Gold Coast recruit Chris Burgess pushed his claims with the A side – but in attack, in the absence of Darcy Fogarty (soreness) – and took a handful of nice marks up the field.
Key forward Riley Thilthorpe spent longer than usual in the ruck and played well.
Shades of Jordan Dawson in Adelaide Crows young gun Dan Curtin as Round 1 debut firms
Adelaide’s defence has been the biggest point of intrigue throughout pre-season and now a four-game Crow has bolted into the mix to be part of Matthew Nicks’ round 1 backline.
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February 10, 2024 - 3:16PM
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Adelaide pre-season training heats up
Adelaide Crows train at West Lakes with... See more
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Adelaide’s top draft pick is stepping up his push for round 1 selection after another promising showing on Friday.
Dan Curtin’s decision-making and neat kicking stood out during a match simulation at West Lakes, in what was his second full session back from knee soreness.
The 18-year-old defender, who sat out main drills for a fortnight before this week, would now turn his attention to the club’s internal trial on February 16.
ADVERTISEMENTCONTENT RESUMES ON SCROLL
On Friday, Curtin played for both teams, which were mixed throughout the game and did not always resemble a probables versus others.
He started in what appeared to be the Bs before becoming one of several players to switch sides.
Showing shades of a younger Jordan Dawson, who is also left-footed, Curtin’s composure with the ball and ability to read the play are obvious strengths.
Dan Curtin and Patrick Parnell. Picture: Roy VanDerVegt
Adelaide selected Curtin with at No. 8 on draft night after trading up in a pick swap with GWS.
Like Dawson, he projects to be a defender early in his career before becoming a midfielder.
The battle for spots in the Crows’ round 1 backline remains intriguing.
Some combination of lockdown defender Jordon Butts, swingman Elliott Himmelberg, Irishman Mark Keane, 17-gamer Josh Worrell look likeliest to fill the key posts, alongside second-year talent Max Michalanney.
Luke Nankervis, who debuted in round 19 and played the next three games, again showed his wares at halfback, lining up for the As for most of the game.
The 20-year-old got his opportunity with Wayne Milera (hamstring) and Paddy Parnell (shoulder) sidelined.
Draftee Oscar Ryan also had some nice moments at halfback.
The Murray Bushrangers product’s one-on-one defending has impressed teammates this summer.
Karl Gallagher has made an impression at the Crows in the off-season. Picture: Roy Van Der Vegt
Also catching the eye in defence was Irishman Karl Gallagher.
Gallagher, a Gaelic footballer who signed as a category B rookie last month, won a holding the ball free kick, stood up in a Ned McHenry tackle before kicking to a teammate and showcased his burst away from tacklers.
Gold Coast recruit Chris Burgess pushed his claims with the A side – but in attack, in the absence of Darcy Fogarty (soreness) – and took a handful of nice marks up the field.
Key forward Riley Thilthorpe spent longer than usual in the ruck and played well.
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@Professor thanks for all your updates. Feels like a lot has happened and it’s good to find this all in one place. 🎯
