2013 Pre-Season Guide2
2013 Pre-Season (oft referred to as PS hereafter) Teams and Players Guide Part 2
Updated 19 Mar 2013 after all NAB Cup matches completed and this is THE LAST UPDATE for the season
See 2013 Pre-Season Guide for Adelaide to GWS
The purpose of this page is to collate in one place all the data relating to teams and also their individual players. The page will note injuries, players who are on the improve and relevant data that will effect team and player performance.
Rookies and new recruits will generally not be mentioned (because many of them will have little impact on the team’s performance during the year). Exceptions will be made for those who have significant injuries or who may play a genuine role in the senior team during 2013.
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As the Nab Cup progresses, players who had problems / injuries / missed weeks of PS in 2012 but are faring better in PS 2013 will be highlighted. This will help to assess both the player and overall team performance.
When it gets closer to game 1, some potential DT+SC tips may be given. However, the main purpose is to assist with analysis and get people started on the right foot with their 2013 tipping.
This is a quick beginning and more detailed data will follow throughout January.
The data below is sorted by team, then by senior list alphabetically, then by rookies alphabetically.
After each player’s name, the date refers to the date on which the data was added to the database. It should then be added to the website within a week of that date.
Sources for information:
Club websites
AFL website
Herald Sun
The Age
Footytragic
SCPaige
SEN 1116
And others
HAWTHORN
Anderson, Jed 15 Mar coach likes him and said “he would feature at some stage this year”. Played NAB1,2,3 and did okay. Named NAB4
Breust, Luke 15 Mar looks to have improved endurance; Copped a leg injury NAB2; missed NAB3 and named NAB4
Burgoyne, Shaun 15 Mar ankle surgery post 2012 season; in full training Jan; missed NAB1&2; okay NAB3 and names NAB4
Ellis, Xavier 18 Mar Missed NAB1&2 with a calf injury. Low numbers in NAB3&4. Subbed off at half time NAB4 with a leg injury, so virtually no hope to be picked R1
Franklin, Lance 18 Mar Did well NAB2&4 and missed NAB3 with a corkie. Cloke was below average last year when he delayed contract talks. Lance will be watched with interest
Gunston, Jack 18 Mar looks to have improved endurance. Played NAB1&2; rested NAB3 and starred NAB4 playing off half back
Hale, David 18 Mar Missed NAB3 with an ankle. Starred NAB4 and (rightly) cleared by the MRP on 18 Mar
Hallahan, Mitchell 10 Jan improved endurance
Hill, Bradley 25 Jan improved endurance and size
Hodge, Luke 17 Jan PCL knee surgery post 2012 season; may miss the early rounds of 2013
Lake, Brian 15 Mar Good PS generally. Player NAB1A but missed NAB2 with calf tightness, then also missed NAB3&4
Lewis, Jordan 10 Jan shoulder surgery post 2012 season; fully right Jan
Mitchell, Sam 18 Mar Starred NAB3&4. NAB4 – wet and miserable – suited his style of play
Osborne, Michael 02 Feb recovering from ACL and was originally not expected to play R1, but in late Jan he mentioned a hope to play late NAB Cup
Patton, Jonathon 07 Mar knee surgery post 2012 season, but did well in the late 2012 part of the 2013 PS. Okay NAB1, then corked quad NAB2 and came off
Puopolo, Paul 28 Feb Bruised bone in NAB1. May be right for R1
Rioli, Cyril 15 Mar One or 2 minor niggles in PS before an ankle injury in NAB1 put him in a moon boot. Missed the rest of NAB Cup
Roughead, Jarryd 10 Jan ankle surgery post 2012 season
Savage, Shane 15 Mar many vests 2012; Okay NAB2&3 then not named for NAB4
Sewell, Brad 18 Mar Missed NAB1&3. Just fair NAB2 and named in the best for NAB4
Shiels, Liam 18 Mar Had a late start to the 2013 PS. Missed NAB1,2,3 and named in the best for NAB4
Simpkin, Jonathan 15 Mar Wore green vest 3 out fo 4 games last year at Geelong. Played all of NAB Cup this year and has done well.
Spangher, Matthew 18 Mar Played all NAB Cup and has done ok; in the mix for R1
Suckling, Matthew 15 Mar ACL injury NAB3 and expected to miss the season
Whitecross, Brendan 28 Feb recovering from ACL and will miss a fair chunk of the season
Woodward, Alex 17 Jan did his aACL in Jan and set to miss the entire 2013 season
Rookies
Kilkenny, Ciaran 17 Jan returned to Ireland and not coming back
MELBOURNE
Melbourne‘s 2012 PS was a shocker with many players injured or underdone. This time it has been a lot better, so expect a lot of players to show improvement. Of course, they are coming from a long way back! And they have moved on a whole heap of players!
Rawlings said the club was better placed now than it was 12 months ago when massive changes occurred in both the personnel and the approach of the football department.
Last year there were so many changes that we were looking to implement, not for the sake of it [but] just because of the way Neeldy [coach Mark Neeld] and the strength and conditioning [staff] wanted to do things,” Rawlings said.
After 12 months it starts to become habit and the players understand now we’re not suffering fools, we’re not waiting for anyone, we’re serious about wanting to be good and if you want to jump on board, this is how we do it.
Bail, Rohan 28 Feb Good pre-season after troubles in 2012. Missed NAB1 with concussion and has been removed from contact drills for 6 weeks. Seems certain to miss the start of the season
Blease, Sam 28 Feb looks to have improved on 2012. But injured his ankle in NAB1 and likely to miss the start of the season
Byrnes, Shannon 15 Mar Played NAB1&3 + named for NAB4. Numbers only average so far
Clark, Mitchell 15 Mar on a modified program pre Christmas after missing late 2012 with a foot injury. Begins running in mid Jan. With rehab group until joined main training 07 Mar. Coach says he is a chance to play R1, but unlikely now
Davey, Aaron 15 Mar had an interrupted PS in 2012 and struggled thereafter. Herald Sun reported today: “But Jones was adamant Davey’s fitness has improved since December”. So we wonder why he wasn’t fit in December!! Doesn’t sound good, but watch in NAB Cup. Just fair in NAB Cup and training as a forward
Dawes, Chris 15 Mar minor setbacks pre Christmas with a calf injury; in full training Jan; Played NAB1A without doing much and missed NAB1B; Hammie caused him to miss NAB2,3,4 and some chance to play R1
Fitzpatrick, Jack 10 Jan ankle surgery post 2012 season. In full training Jan
Frawley, James 18 Mar missed a training session late Jan; played NAB1A&B with low numbers. Required plastic surgery for a facial injury in NAB1. Came back for NAB3 and just average, then named NAB4 but pulled out
Garland, Colin 17 Jan missed a training session mid Jan
Gawn, Max 02 Feb missed all of 2012 with a knee and then did a hammie in early pre-season. With rehab group and hopes to play early in regular season. Put on Long Term Inury list in late Jan and will remain there for at least all the NAB Cup
Grimes, Jack 02 Feb minor setbacks pre Christmas. In full training Jan and looking good. Assistant coach Jade Rawlings said “Grimes can be an A-grade midfielder in time”, so look for him to play mid in the NAB Cup
Howe, Jeremy 28 Feb a top trainer in PS. Did very well NAB1A before low numbers NAB1B
Jamar, Mark 10 Jan minor setbacks in PS. In full training Jan
Jetta, Neville 15 Mar first full pre-season and improved; may play in defence. Good in NAB2 before missing NAB3. Named for NAB4
Jones, Matt 18 Mar a ready made player, according to Neeld. Played NAB1B,2&4 and did extra well NAB4. Big chance to debut R1
Jones, Nathan 10 Jan slightly hampered by foot soreness in PS. In full training Jan
Kent, Dean 15 Mar Did well NAB1A &2, but not named NAB3&4, so not likely to debut R1
McDonald, Tom 15 Mar improved fitness. Ankle injury at training 26Feb and will miss NAB2,3&4
McKenzie, Jordie 15 Mar Assistant Coach Jade Rawlings noted on 29 Jan that Jordie has done a full PS. He had significant interuptions to his PS in both 2011 and 2012. Played NAB1, missed NAB2 and was due to play NAB3 but came down with gastro. Named for NAB4
Pedersen, Cameron 15 Mar NAB Cup numbers NAB1,2&3 quite poor
Rodan, David 11 Jan impressed in PS at his new club
Strauss, James 10 Jan first full pre-season and improved
Sylvia, Colin 07 Mar had an interrupted PS in 2012, starring in early PS, but not with the main group for a mid Jan session. Reported to have a back injury; average scores NAB1&2. Rolled an ankle NAB2 but not too serious.
Strauss, James 15 Mar first full pre-season and improved. Missed NAB1&3; played ok NAB2 and named NAB4
Taggert, Rory 10 Jan missed most of 2012 and on a slightly modified program, but doing well
Tapscott, Luke 10 Jan minor issues pre Christmas. In full training Jan
Terlich, Dean 18 Mar looks good on the track and watch in NAB Cup. Taken to hospital 01 Feb after a knock to the head / neck area. Did very well NAB2&3. Jack Grimes spoke highly of him on SEN 07 March; great figures NAB4
Toumpas, Jimmy 28 Feb club says he “will be taken along slowly” after hip surgery in August. Joined full training late Jan. Did very well NAB1B
Trengove, Jack 07 Mar foot injury late 2012 and will miss a big block of training. With rehab group until 07 Mar then in with main group
Tynan, Josh 10 Jan foot injury delayed PS. In full training Jan
Viney, Jack 15 Mar is tipped to be a starter R1. Okay in NAB1; neck problems caused him to miss NAB3&4 which puts him in some doubt for the season opener
Watts, Jack 18 Mar minor setbacks pre Christmas. In full training Jan. Starred NAB4
Rookies
Evans, Michael 10 Jan missed most of 2012 and on a slightly modified program
Magner, James 18 Mar Training away from the main group for a mid Jan session. Still a rookie, but NAB Cup form suggests an upgrade is virtually a cert prior to R1
NORTH MELBOURNE
02 Feb had to train at Craigieburn for most of the PS while the Arden Street Oval gets revamped
Adams, Leigh 18 Mar shoulder surgery post 2012 season. Yet to resume full training late Jan. Resumed NAB3 and did okay. Improved further NAB4
Atley, Shaun 10 Jan starring on the track
Bastinac, Ryan 10 Jan starring on the track
Black, Aaron 25 Jan has shown improvement PS 2013
Curran, Tom 10 Jan Foot surgery in Jun and rejoined main training Dec
Currie, Daniel 18 Mar Mature aged ruck via Swans & Nth Adelaide. Did well NAB1B when Goldstein didn’t do much and Daw played well. Did very well NAB2 & 3 and okay NAB4 when played about a half
Daw, Majak 15 Mar Upgraded rookie doing well on the track. Did very well NAB1, but developed swelling in both knees after the game; resumed NAB3 and did well; named NAB4
Delaney, Luke 28 Feb Had an interrupted PS in 2012. Did well NAB1
Firrito, Michael 10 Jan minor post season knee surgery and on a modified program. Due back in full training Jan
Garner, Taylor 10 Jan post 2012 season shoulder surgery and on a modified program
Gibson, Sam 10 Jan starring on the track
Grima, Nathan 18 Mar Missed NAB1,2 with a back injury. Played VFL NAB3 and then did very well NAB4, but ran out of puff late. Almost certain to play R1, according to coach
Gysberts, Jordan 15 Mar had a poor PS in 2012 after a reasonable 2011. Has impressed at the Roos and did okay NAB1. Darren Crocker likes him and says he is in the mix for R1
Hine, Taylor 18 Mar post 2012 season shoulder surgery and on a modified program. Played NAB4, reported, but cleared by MRP
Jacobs, Ben 28 Feb late 2012 season surgery on both ankles; in full training Jan. Did very well NAB1A and then rested NAB1B
Harper, Kieran 10 Jan starring on the track
Harvey, Brent 25 Jan will miss the first 6 rounds of 2013, but can play NAB Cup
Hine, Taylor 10 Jan post 2012 season shoulder surgery and on a modified program
Jacobs, Ben 25 Jan late 2012 season surgery on both ankles; in full training Jan
McMahon, Scott 28 Feb minor post season hip surgery and on a modified program. Due back in full training Jan. Starred in NAB1A
Mullett, Aaron 28 Feb Upgraded rookie who did okay NAB1
Petrie, Drew 02 Feb Given an extended break over the PS to refresh by coach Brad Scott (similar to Mark Thompson giving his team extra time off after the 2009 flag). This leaves doubts on him running out the 2013 season well
Richardson, Cameron 10 Jan hip problems and on a modified program
Sierakowski, William 28 Feb had a minor interruption to his 2012 PS. Did very well NAB1A, before being quiet NAB1B
Swallow, Andrew 28 Feb Excelled NAB1
Thompson, Scott. 28 Feb Starred NAB1A
Wells, Daniel 28 Feb calf and achilles injuries and on a restricted program trying to get him ready for late NAB Cup or R1. Still not in full training at the beginning of Feb 2013, but played NAB1B and did okay
Wilkins, Mitchell 10 Jan post 2012 season shoulder surgery and on a modified program
Wood, Mason 10 Jan on a slightly modified program
Wright, Samuel 28 Feb Starred NAB1A
Ziebell, Jack 28 Feb Sent in for a knee “clean-up” in Jan and was due to miss some NAB Cup action, but played NAB1B and did well
Rookies
PORT ADEALIDE
07 Mar New fitness boss Darren Burgess has the boys working harder than ever. Watch NAB Cup form to see how much improvement this plan yields. The club landed a big sponsor in early March!
Boak, Travis 18 Mar starred NAB4
Broadbent, Matthew 15 Mar starring on the track. Average scores in NAB1,2,3
Butcher, John 18 Mar hip surgery post 2012 season; expected to be running by Christmas. Due to commence full training early Feb. Missed NAB1, 2 & 3. Played NAB4. coming on in 2H, but injured a hand. Doesn’t appear to be serious, but unlikely to play R1 with limited game time
Carlile, Alipate 15 Mar Apparently unfit in 2012 and fitter in 2013. NAB Cup scores have been low
Cassisi, Domenic 15 Mar In hospital with viral meningitis over Christmas period. Expected to be right for NAB Cup; returned to full training late Jan. Calf injury and missed NAB Cup. Expected to be ready for R1, but underdone
Clurey, Tom 11 Jan injured in 2012 which has slightly affected PS
Colquhoun, Sam 15 Mar Played NAB1,2,3 – doing very well NAB2. Named for NAB4 and would be a chance for R1
Ebert, Brett 15 Mar Played NAB1A then missed the rest of the NAB Cup with a hammie. Likely to be right ofr R1
Gray, Robbie 15 Mar rehabbing from ACL knee op in 2012 season. Missed entire NAB Cup but selected for a SANFL trial match in week of NAB4
Hitchcock, Cameron 17 Jan Has Plantar Fascia; will need an op and set to resume full training mid / late Feb
Lobbe, Matthew 28 Feb interrupted PS in 2012 and now reported to be flying on the track; but missed NAB1 with a hammie
Logan, Tom 07 Mar patella injury. Played no NAB Cup games and aiming for R1
Monfries, Angus 15 Mar Kane Cornes says Monfries is doing well in PS, and apparently has been training exclusively as a midfielder. Did very well NAB1 but injured a hammie and will miss NAB2&3. selected for NAB4
Neade, Jake 28 Feb Lightest player in the AFL. Did well NAB1A. Coach likes him
O’Shea, Cameron 15 Mar Coach liked his NAB1 game and mentioned him without being asked. Played NAB2,3 with fair numbers and selected NAB4
Pittard, Jasper 18 Mar bulked up in PS. Did okay NAB1 & starred NAB4
Renouf, Brent 18 Mar knee surgery post 2012 season; expected to be running by Christmas. Missed NAB1,2,3; played half a game NAB4 and will play in the SANFL “NAB5”
Salter, Nick 15 Mar on a modified program. Plantar Fascia and missed NAB Cup. Listed as indefinite on the Port injury list
Shaw, Mason 11 Jan injured in 2012 which has slightly affected PS
Stevenson, Lewis 15 Mar Plated entire NAB Cup with fair numbers. In the mix for R1
Stewart, Daniel 28 Feb hip & shoulder surgery post 2012 season. But returned to play NAB 1B
Wines, Oliver 18 Mar impressed coaches and may be a ready made player. Did okay NAB1; then terrific NAB 2 & 3. Played first half NAB4 and did okay
Wingard, Chad 15 Mar improved further, according to reports. NAB figures are healthy
Young, Aaron 15 Mar wore vest a lot 2012. Very good numbers NAB2 then low in NAB3. Named NAB4
Rookies
Jonas, Thomas 10 Jan knee surgery post 2012 season
Mitchell, Kane 18 Mar Has posted good numbers in NAB1&2, but disposal is a concern. Coach says he is not yet “over the line” to be upgraded by round 1. Between the lines, he is 95% there. Struggled in NAB3 when given a tagging role; got plenty of the ball NAB4 and only played a quarter
Pfeiffer, Darren 10 Jan shoulder surgery post 2012 season
RICHMOND
Arnot, Matthew 28 Feb starring on the track; played NAB1B and looked okay
Astbury, David 15 Mar Interrupted PS 2012; doing well 2013 and NAB, but a foot injury will keep him out of NAB3&4. Prpbably won’t play seniors R1
Chaplin, Troy 15 Mar knee surgery late 2012 season. Did not train with full group in Dec 2012 nor Jan 2013. Returned for NAB3&4
Conca, Reece 28 Feb missed last 3 games of 2012 with a foot injury and ended up wearing a moon boot for 10 weeks. Was running Nov and training Dec. Yet to have a full PS in 4 years. Played NAB1 without starring
Cotchin, Trent 11 Jan first full PS for some years
Deledio, Brett 18 Mar knee surgery post 2012 season. Starred NAB3&4
Edwards, Shane 18 Mar starring on the track. Just fair NAB1,2&3 before starring NAB4
Ellis, Brandon 15 Mar starring on the track; may go to the midfield. Did well NAB1; came on as sub NAB2 and did well again NAB3
Foley, Nathan 15 Mar missed last half of 2012 with a heel injury and on a modified program. Did not train with full group in Dec 2012 nor Jan 2013. Club expect him back R5-7
Griffiths, Benjamin 25 Jan This is his 4th PS and his first uninterrupted one. Has bulked up
Grimes, Dylan 15 Mar hamstring op Nov. Did not train with full group in Dec 2012 but returned mid Jan. ruled out for R1 already
Helbig, Bradley 15 Mar foot surgery post 2012 season and expects to be running in Dec. Missed entrie NAB Cup
Houli, Bachar 15 Mar Starred NAB3
King, Jake 15 Mar foot, wrist and PCL surgery post 2012 season. Did not train with full group in Dec 2012; came on as sub NAB2; did ok NAB3 and not named in squad NAB4
Knights, Chris 15 Mar injury free PS and may do well. The club website lists him as in the best 22 in article Stars set to return (03 Mar 2013). But he played NAB1 and wasn’t seen since
Maric, Ivan 18 Mar groin op Nov and will miss NAB Cup; didn’t train with main group in Dec. Numbers just average in NAB1&3; rested NAB2 and starred NAB4
Martin, Dustin 15 Mar lighter in PS 2013 and moving well. Coach said on 13 March, “put him in your Supercoach team”. We should take the hint. He had a slight knee niggle mid Feb, but assume he is cvherry ripe to fire
Riewoldt, Jack 15 Mar had post season hip surgery according to AFL website. On a restricted program and due to join in full training early Feb. Played entrie NAB Cup and scored reasonably
Stephenson, Orren 15 Mar Played only NAB2&4. Looks to be the main back-up for Maric
Tuck, Shane 18 Mar Good figures NAB2, resrted NAB3 and starred NAB4
Vickery, Tyrone 15 Mar shoulder surgery late 2012 season and a good 2013 PS. Played injured for much of 2012 and rumoured to be starring on the track now. Played entire NAB Cup with numbers just fair
Vlastuin, Nick 18 Mar Midfield coach Danny Daly said he will play NAB1 and is a massive chance to play R1. He played okay NAB1&2, rested NAB3 and did well NAB4
Rookies
Lonergan, Sam 28 Feb ankle injury means modified program – back in full training late Jan. set to play NAB2 or 3
Petterd, Ricky 19 Mar achilles injury means modified program – back in full training late Jan. Did well NAB1A and rested 1B. Did well NAB2 and only fair NAB3. Playedd NAB4 and elevsated to the main list 19 Mar
Stephenson, Orren 19 Mar Played only NAB2&4. Looks to be the main back-up for Maric, especially since he was elevated to the main list on 19 Mar
ST KILDA
02 Feb Few changes in 2013. Tony McHale(‘s Navy) has moved into an assistant coaching role. A better PS than in 2012. A intra-club match is scheduled for 09 Feb
Armitage, David 18 Mar Starred NAB2&4
Dempster, Sean 15 Mar adductor surgery post 2012 season. On a modified program; back in full training Jan. Did a hammie after NAB3 and miss miss the early rounds of the regular season
Dennis-Lane, Trent 15 Mar Did okay NAB1; played entire NAB Cup, so must be in the mix for R1
Dunell, Sam 02 Feb Coach likes him
Fisher, Sam 25 Jan toe surgery post 2012 season. On a modified program; back in full training Jan; coach is very happy with him
Geary, Jarryn 25 Jan played in defence in 2012, but training with the mids in PS
Gilbert, Sam 17 Jan shoulder surgery post 2012 season and was the only player NOT to go to Colorado. Back in full training first half Jan
Gwilt, James 28 Feb missed early rounds of 2012 with a knee injury. Is doing well this time with a full PS. Did well NAB1 and coach indicated that he is much improved in his second season after serious injury
Hayes, Lenny 15 Mar heart valve surgery post 2012 season. In full training Dec; played ok NAB3 and named NAB4
Hickey, Tom 15 Mar Did okay NAB1. Looks like being the 2nd ruck behind McEvoy
Jones, Clinton 10 Jan starring on the track; was dropped in 2012 season. Watch in NAB Cup
Koschitzke, Justin 15 Mar Low number NAB1&3 and not in the NAB4 squad. No cert to get a game in 2013
Lee, Tom 15 Mar Did okay NAB1&3 and named NAB4. Saints fans are divided on him at present
Markworth, Daniel 10 Jan did his ACL in Colorado and expected to miss all of 2013
McEvoy, Ben 10 Jan starring on the track
Milne, Stephen 25 Jan On a modified program; back in full training Jan
Montagna, Leigh 18 Mar starred NAB2, 3 & 4
Murdoch, Brodie 11 Jan a chance for senior selection, according to asst coach Adam Kingsley. Warch in NAB Cup
Newnes, Jack 15 Mar starring on the track. Coach likes him; played well NAB2&3 and named NAB4
Riewoldt, Nick 15 Mar knee surgery post 2012 season. Easing into the season by playing NAB3&4
Roberton, Dylan 15 Mar Did well NAB2&3. Named for NAB4
Ross, Sebastian 02 Feb Coach likes him
Saad, Ahmed 10 Jan sinus surgery post 2012 season
Saunders, Josh 11 Jan a chance for senior selection, according to asst coach Adam Kingsley. Warch in NAB Cup
Schneider, Adam 15 Mar foot surgery post 2012 season. Missed entire NAB Cup and must be doubtful for R1
Simpkin, Tom 15 Mar Missed all NAB Cup. Apparently has a quad injury
Stanley, Rhys 07 Mar rumoured to be moving to full back; minor knee injury NAB2 and expected back for R1
Steven, Jack 18 Mar The best trainer in PS. Saints best NAB4
White, Spencer 28 Feb broken wrist and on modified program; big wraps on him, but expect him to be a slow starter this year
Wilkes, Beau 15 Mar Now called Beau Maister. Doing well in NAB Cup
Winmar, Nicholas 15 Mar Sacked by the club
Wright, Nathan 07 Mar a chance for senior selection, according to asst coach Adam Kingsley. Did well NAB2
Rookies
Curren, Thomas 02 Feb Captain likes him
Minchington, Darren 17 Jan hip surgery in 2012 and yet to resume full training
SYDNEY
A healthy list with the whole squad, bar for Goodes, Smith and Rohan, in full training in Dec .
Bird, Craig 15 Mar Missed NAB2 with a minor knee niggle. Subbed out NAB3 and named NAB4
Bolton, Jude 25 Jan impressing in PS
Everitt, Andrejs 15 Mar Did very well NAB2&3
Goodes, Adam 18 Mar nursing a knee injury and on a modified program – resumed training early Jan on a restricted basis. Played NAB3 and subbed out, then a bit scratchy in NAB4
Hannebery, Daniel 15 Mar impressing in 2013 PS after an injury interrupted PS in 2012 . Starred NAB2 and then scored 73 DT points NAB3, but came on as a sub
Jack, Kieren 18 Mar starred NAB4
Jetta, Lewis 11 Jan impressed John Longmire in PS
Johnson, Alex 15 Mar impressed John Longmire in PS. ACL in NAB3 and likely to miss the season
Kennedy, Josh P. 18 Mar starred NAB3&4
Lamb, Jed 15 Mar impressed John Longmire in PS, but not played NAB3&4
Lockyer, Jordan 25 Jan interrupted PS 2012 with knee and illness issues, then season ruined by hammie problems. PS this time a lot better, but not likely to be in best 22
Malceski, Nick 18 Mar Calf injury and missed NAB1&2. Did very well after wearing green vest NAB3 and starred NAB4
Mattner, Martin 15 Mar hip joint pain late 2012 and on a modified program PS. Likely to be a late starter in 2013. Missed NAB1,2,3 and named for NAB4 with the view to play a half.
McGlynn, Ben 07 Mar injured in 2012 finals series and then copped a calf injury in 2013 PS prior to Christmas. Due to resume full training late Jan and played NAB2 starting as a sub
McVeigh, Jarrad 15 Mar starred on 30 Jan practice match; also starred NAB3
Mitchell, Tom 28 Feb 2012 PS + regular season wiped out with injury. Also missed some of the 2013 PS with a knee and returned to training late Feb. A ball magnet, but likely to be a slow starter in 2013
Morton, Mitch 15 Mar had a back injury. Playing reserves for NAB4 and “NAB5”. Not likely to be 100% for R1
Mumford, Shane 15 Mar no surgery needed for hammie which was a problem in 2012 finals. Ankle injury in Coffs Harbour late Jan and will resume full training early March. Came on as sub NAB3 for low numbers; named NAB4
O’Keefe, Ryan 25 Jan impressing in PS
Parker, Luke 18 Mar impressed John Longmire in PS; did well NAB2,3&4
Pyke, Mike 15 Mar Dis well NAB2&3 and missed NAB4 with the imminent birth of his baby
Reid, Sam. 11 Jan impressed John Longmire in PS
Richards, Ted 15 Mar delayed PS start due to ankle issue late in 2012. In full training early Jan. Did okay NAB1,2,3 and missed NAB4 with an ankle injury and expected to play R1
Rohan, Gary 28 Feb recovering from a broken leg and on a restricted program. On 26 Feb, coach has indicated he is a long way off yet
Shaw, Rhyce 15 Mar missed 30 Jan practice match; didn’t retunr until NAB3&4
Smith, Nick 15 Mar had a scope on his knee post season and missed 8 weeks running. First training session 23 Feb and aiming for R1. Missed NAB1,2,3 and named for NAB4 with the view to play a half.
Tippett, Kurt 10 Jan set to miss first 11 games of 2013 thru AFL suspension
Towers, Dean 11 Jan the best of the recruits in PS training
Walsh, Tommy 15 Mar shoulder reconstruction week after GF. Missed NAB2&3 with a back injury, but named for NAB4
White, Jesse 18 Mar Has produced good numbers in NAB1,2&3; NAB4 was just average and may struggle to get regular games
Rookies
Rampe, Dane 15 Mar The only Swans roolie to play NAB1,2 & 3. Hid did okay on all games, but no cert to be promoted just yet; could fill spot left by Alex Johnson
WEST COAST EAGLES
Colledge, Brant 10 Jan minor hip op and due to resume training late Jan
Cox, Dean 15 Mar finger injury and missed NAB1; played well NAB2&3
Cripps, Jamie 15 Mar started in green vest NAB2, but on in 1Q after Embley injured. Did ok in NAB3 and coach says he is definitely in the mix for R1
Darling, Jack 15 Mar Starred in NAB1A, then duck eggs in 1B (assume he didn’t play 1B); okay NAB2&3
Embley, Andrew 07 Mar Interrupted PS in 2012, but flying on the track in PS 2013 and did well in NAB1; did his hammie 1Q of NAB2, but is a chance for R1
Hutchings, Mark 18 Mar was tipped to be a starter R1. 2nd in Sandover medal in 2012. Played NAB1, then not seen in NAB 2 & 3
Kennedy, Josh J. 15 Mar Returned for NAB2 and then kicked 5 in NAB3
Kerr, Daniel 19 Mar knee op 10 Dec and will miss NAB Cup and set to miss R1, 2 & 3
Lecras, Mark 15 Mar missed much of 2012 and on track to resume R1. Played NAB1A,2&3
Lycett, Scott 15 Mar flying on the track after having and did well in NAB1 in the absence of Nicnat & Cox. May be competing with Callum Sinclair for the 3rd ruck position
MacKenzie, Eric 10 Jan minor post season hip op (not to be confused with modern music) and resumed training 17 Dec
Masten, Chris 15 Mar excelled NAB1&2 before pulling out of NAB3 with quad tightness.
McGinnity, Patrick 15 Mar Red vested NAB2 and then missed NAB3 with soreness
Morton, Cale 15 Mar shoulder surgery in Aug in full training prior to Christmas; not seen in NAB Cup
Naitanui, Nicholas 19 Mar groin op Nov and will miss NAB Cup, plus R1, 2 & 3
Newman, Murray 15 Mar beaten by John Worsfold in a 2km time trial at the start of PS. Currently banned from playing until he meets fitness targets
Nicoski, Mark 18 Mar missed much of 2012; resumed full training Jan, but placed on the long term injury list in mid March
Rosa, Matthew 19 Mar returned from hammie NAB2 and finished with an icepack on his right hammie after being subbed out. Played OK NAB3 but pulled up sore. Diagnosed with compartment syndrome and surgery required. Will be out until R6 or 7
Selwood, Scott 15 Mar flying on the track after having an interrupted 2012 PS; starred NAB2
Sheppard, Bradley 28 Feb minor post season ankle op and resumed training 17 Dec. Missed NAB1 with a thumb injury
Waters, Beau 15 Mar post season hip surgery; missed NAB1&2 but played NAB3
Wellingham, Sharrod 19 Mar He had shots at goal and then went into the change rooms in Jan, according to Eagles website. Sounds like an interrupted PS, then injured an ankle while trampolining and WILL miss R1-4
Rookies
Bennell, Jamie 17 Jan knee op 2012 and due to return to play mid season
Dick, Brad 15 Mar knee injury and not seen in NAB Cup
Sinclair, Callum 18 Mar Rookie 200cm ruckman who is starring in WAFL PS. Likely to be upgraded, given Nicoski being added to Long Term injury list
WESTERN BULLDOGS
02 Feb The Bulldogs list is healthier than the same time last year. In the 2012 PS, they had 9 players missing chunks of training due to injury. They had everyone in full training late Jan. “Most blokes have broken PBs over the last few months, whether that’s in the gym or out on the track running,” assistant coach Shannon Grant said.
Addison, Dylan 15 Mar Poor return NAB1A and then withdrew from NAB2 with “soreness”. Also missed NAB3&4. Must be pretty sore!!!
Boyd, Matthew 28 Feb starred NAB1A
Cooney, Adam 18 Mar having his best PS for some years; played ok NABR1A; starred NAB4 and best he has moved for some years
Cordy, Ayce 07 Mar bulked up in off season. Coach on SEN 05 Mar asked for patience with talls like Ayce – which means his break-out season may be 2014 or 2015
Dahlhaus, Luke 10 Jan ankle injury late 2012 season did not delay his 2013 PS training
Dickson, Tory 25 Jan Able to do a better PS in 2013 than in his first year
Giansiracusa, Daniel 25 Jan Did his knee late 2012 season and on a modified program pre Christmas. Back in full training Jan
Grant, Jarrad 15 Mar dropped for NAB4 after low numbers in NAB1B&2
Griffen, Ryan 18 Mar Starred NAB2 and rested NAB3 and starred NAB4
Higgins, Shaun 15 Mar tipped to play more in the midfield in 2013, but has “burned” fans with multiple injuries. Played NAB1A+B; missed NAB2 and, afterwards, coach said he would miss NAB3 and then play NAB4; but now missing NAB4 with “foot soreness” to be assessed. Please, please don’t pick him in your team!!
Howard, Christian 15 Mar Just average in NAB and dropped for NAB4
Hrovat, Nathan 15 Mar Quad Feb and played vfl NAB3 and then named for NAB4. Unlikely to play R1
Jones, Liam 25 Jan Had a good 2012 PS then disappointed; done well in the gym in 2013 PS; watch in NAB Cup
Liberatore, Thomas 18 Mar did well NAB1A; NAB4 was probably his best game for the club
Lower, Nick 18 Mar starred NAB1A; did a great job tagging Cotchin NAB4
Macrae, Jackson 25 Jan impressive on the track and NAB Cup will decide if he plays early regular season; but may be too light this year
Morris, Dale 11 Jan joined in full training early Jan after m issing all 2012 with a leg injury
Roughead, Jordan 15 Mar playing deep in defence (sort of in Brian Lake’s role) and doing well in NAB Cup
Smith, Clay 15 Mar Honest fomr in NAB after being patchy in 2012
Stevens, Koby 18 Mar best for Dogs in terms of numbers NAB3. After the game, Coach praised him and quoted Bill Lawry: HE’S A VICTORIAN! Got heaps of kicks NAB4 but is to be sent for an X-ray to determine if it is bruising or a break
Stringer, Jake 07 Mar Had a leg injury in early PS, but it was not serious. Did an ankle NAB2 and likely to miss R1
Tutt, Jason 25 Jan had a shocking 2012 with multiple injuries, but is flying on the track now
Wallis, Mitchell 15 Mar honest without starring in NAB Cup
Williams, Tom 15 Mar ankle surgery during 2012 season and on a modified program; joined in full training early Jan; had a Feb setback; Coach says he will miss R1
Wood, Easton 15 Mar Did a low grade hammie NAB3 and may miss R1
Young, Thomas 11 Jan coaches want him to “replace” Ryan Hargrave
Rookies
Austin, Mark 10 Jan wrist surgery during 2012 season which didn’t delay his 2013 PS
Campbell, Tom 10 Jan ankle surgery post 2012 season which didn’t delay his 2013 PS
Goodes, Bret 19 Mar impressed on the track in PS. Did well NAB1&2; rested NAB3 and named NAB4. The Dogs elevated him to their main list on 19 Mar
Jong, Lin 28 Feb did okay NAB1
Redpath, Jack 10 Jan arm surgery during 2012 season which didn’t delay his 2013 PS