Young midfielder Anthony Miles has captured the imagination of the Yellow and Black faithful in six senior appearances so far with Richmond, due to his exemplary work-rate, tenacity, toughness and ability to rack up a stack of disposals.
Tiger fans had the opportunity today to pose questions to Miles via a web-chat session on the Club’s website.
Miles responded to a broad range of questions, and here are his thoughts on several topics that came up in discussion . . .
The biggest difference between GWS and Richmond . . .
“I think just the senior experience that Richmond have. GWS have got a few senior guys in this year to add to the young talent that they have. Nathan Foley is an example of a player here, who has been good for me.”
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The biggest factor involved in his turnaround at Richmond compared to GWS . . .
“I think, for me, it’s consistency. And having the opportunity to play multiple AFL games.”
Settling in at Tigerland . . .
“I think the whole playing group as a collective, and all the coaching staff, have been fantastic in my development, which has helped me settle in . . . The professionalism that all staff and players have here is great, and the one goal that we all strive for is improving and the comradeship we all share. I enjoy being in the Melbourne bubble of footy.”
The AFL team he barracked for growing up . . .
“I supported the Saints. My old man went for the Saints, so I followed suit . . . He’s converted now. I think ‘Cotch’ (Trent Cotchin) is his favorite. Lenny Hayes was my favorite player growing up. What a fantastic career he’s had!
His goals for the rest of the year . . .
“I hope to be able to play the remaining six matches in the senior side and have success as a side, too.”
View a replay of the entire web chat
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Young midfielder Anthony Miles has captured the imagination of the Yellow and Black faithful in six senior appearances so far with Richmond, due to his exemplary work-rate, tenacity, toughness and ability to rack up a stack of disposals.