Josh Caddy is making impressive progress in his new, on-field role as a wingman within Richmond’s line-up.
Caddy, who kicked 46 goals up forward for the Tigers last year, and was in All-Australian contention at one stage, made a slow start to the 2019 season, but has flourished on a wing during the past few weeks.
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In the five games since returning to senior level with Richmond, Caddy is averaging 15.1 disposals, three inside-50s, four intercepts, one goal and 3.9 score involvements per match.
He entered last Saturday night’s qualifying final against Brisbane at the Gabba as the Tigers’ most seasoned September performer (six finals at Geelong and this his sixth for Richmond), and he utilised that experience to play an important part in the visitors’ win.
The 26-year-old had 14 disposals, with eight contested possessions, five inside-50s, seven score involvements, 504 metres gained and kicked two valuable goals.
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Caddy, through his football nous, robust style of play and composure, was one of the catalysts behind the Tigers’ strong second quarter, which saw them assume control of the contest after Brisbane had seized the early initiative.
It’s those attributes, combined with his finals experience, that make him an integral member of Richmond’s team at the business end of the season.
