In the third part of a new off-season series on richmondfc.com.au, Richmond’s VFL coach Tim Clarke provides an exclusive assessment of the 2013 form and future prospects of talented, young Tiger ‘tall’ forward Liam McBean.
Liam McBean profile
Born: 25/8/94
Height: 203cm
Weight: 93kg
Recruited from: Aberfeldie (Vic)/Calder Cannons TAC Cup team
Draft history: Selected by Richmond at pick 33 overall in the 2012 National Draft
AFL games: Nil
Tim Clarke says: “Liam had an outstanding year for us.
“When he came on board, we looked at him . . . he’s 203cm and he wasn’t carrying a lot of weight – I think he was about 86-88 kilos.
“He put on five or six (kilos) over pre-season and held down that key forward position or us all year.
“He kicked six (goals ) in one game, but had games where he had seven or eight shots on goal.
“Even though he’s 203cm, he’s better at ground level than our smaller players.
“He’s a really exciting prospect for our club going forward.
“I think he would have played seniors this year if he didn’t get injured (ankle).
“If he has a big pre-season and puts on some weight, he’s a big chance to move into our (AFL) forward line.”
