Development coach, David Newett, provides a summary of how the Richmond-listed players performed at AFL level with Coburg in last Saturday’s clash with Port Melbourne . . .
Jeromey Webberley
Maintained his impressive level of consistency, gathering 28 disposals and providing plenty of run for the team.
David Gourdis
Was Coburg’s best player on a difficult day for the team. Had a good battle in defence against quality opponents and persisted admirably to finish with 15 spoils and 14 possessions. Provided some good rebound to top off an all-round impressive display in the back half.
Tom Derickx
Unfortunately, suffered a fractured ankle in the first quarter and will spend an extended period on the sidelines.
Ben Griffiths
Presented as a strong target in the forward half, but had limited opportunities due to lack of supply. Was moved into defence for a quarter to assist the team and accumulated possessions. Finished the game up forward and continued to work hard to provide a contest.
Ben Nason
Was injured in the opening term and had little impact on the game as a result. Took no part in the second half.
Angus Graham
Was generally beaten on the day by his experienced opponent, Wayde Skipper, but did work to offer support in defence and provide an option when the team was in possession. Undisciplined actions at times were costly.
Jayden Post
Was competitive in the air, taking eight marks, and was unlucky not to finish with a few more. Used in a variety of roles and contributed whether forward, back, or in the ruck.
Shane Tuck
A workmanlike performance from the experienced midfielder. Had 27 touches and kicked a goal.
Brad Helbig
Was quiet for most of the day, but when moved forward late in the match provided a highlight with two good goals. Looking for more consistency across the four quarters, as he has the ability to be damaging.
Jamie O’Reilly
His first senior VFL game for 2011 and, despite limited playing preparation going into the game, contributed well in defence. Limited his opponents’ influence and provided good rebound offensively in an encouraging performance.
Ben Jakobi (Coburg reserves)
A much-improved performance at VFL reserves level from the rebounding defender. His skills, overall, were clean and he demonstrated composure when in possession, as well as with his defensive work, to curb his opponents’ influence.
Robbie Hicks (Coburg reserves)
Lacked consistency throughout. Had some very good efforts, along with quiet periods in the game. Looked damaging when applying pressure and getting involved in the play.
Dean MacDonald (Coburg reserves)
Returned from injury and worked hard on the defensive aspect of his game in the forward half. Had 16 possessions and finished with two goals in a solid performance.
Match details (VFL seniors)
Coburg 0.0 1.4 3.4 7.6 (48)
Port Melb. 9.6 15.7 18.16 22.20 (152)
Goals - Coburg: Murphy 3, Helbig 2, Webberley, Tuck.
Best - Coburg: Gourdis, Murphy, Post, Jordan, Rayson, Tuck.
