Whilst some chose to focus on the background of the players, the contest between them was great, irrespective of their culture. It’s how they fill those last two spots that will be interesting. And that ends our free content. He needs to find his way and tap into that exuberance that aided him in snagging a career-high seven goals against the Hawks on a Friday night in 2018. Can Josh Kennedy have another season where he maintains his high levels of excellence? Will Hayward enters year four as a Swan in 2020 after a disappointing season in 2019. Will Hayward’s first half of the 2018 season was almost perfect for a young man of just 18 years of age. The others can pressure for their spots, but that is a solid starting point. The Swans were 1-4 in those contests as the bulk of the load was left to the Kennedy/Parker duo. Enter the players' full name eg. NAB AFL DRAFT HUB Latest news, video and more. While I am not going to go as far as to say he is all sizzle and no steak at this point of his career, he is definitely plenty of sizzle, and it may be disproportionate to the size of the steak. Of course, despite an excellent season, he missed the All-Australian team, though he did make the initial squad of 40; the only Swan to do so last season. I’ve focused a bit on the defence of the Swans in this article, and for good reason. Height: 195cm Weight: 80kg Position: Midfield, Forward Last Drafted: Round 1, Pick #10 2018 National Draft by Sydney Swans. I loved his game against Patrick Cripps early in the season. I mean, it’s not as though they’re going to be short-changed or anything – he will still be flashing in and out of games. His start to the season saw him average just 1.25 clearances over the first five games. In the return of Naismith, the Swans can start looking to get their mids first possession once again at  stoppages (they were 16th in clearances), which could see a spike in numbers from Kennedy, Parker and Hewett this season. He’s a much better kick than his old man, that’s for sure.". Some cameo performances from Hayward and Ronke would have been very welcome. Need a clearance? Can we take a little time to ponder what is going on with Isaac Heeney? Naismith’s return also allows Sinclair to drift forward and become yet another tall target, which could be vital should Franklin spend more time out than is desired. Early access to all Big Questions reviews. You could see his improvement coming on the horizon. It is one of those numbers where people start to view you differently at AFL level – it’s like hitting middle age for the rest of us, but Rampe’s athleticism and speed have not seemed to falter over the last couple of seasons. A combination with Aliir Aliir has the potential to be the best one-two defensive punch in the game, but that is probably more to do with how Aliir develops than Rampe; he is at the top of his game right now. Now, as promised – the reasons he hasn’t made the leap into superstardom…. Any later picks and the Pies will have the points to cover easily. Hayward suffered a broken jaw and some hip complaints in 2019, which slowed him considerably, but with another pre-season under his belt, and a clean bill of health, things could be very different in 2020. They were ranked 17th in the league in hit outs, beating only the Western Bulldogs, who had huge struggles of their own at the position. He had the most clearances per game. I have to say, I’ve never actually considered it, and there is a chance he’s pulling my leg. The Swans are blessed with young talls (Blakey and McCartin) but had to rely on Tom Papley to carry the load in the absence of Franklin in 2019. Or have we seen the best of what he is capable of already? "It was difficult. Relentless, he averaged 26.53 touches, 6.63 tackles and 6.21 clearances per game. His wife, Phoebe was born 5-12-1693 in St Peter, Talbot, Maryland Dennis Nicks (138628368) says Phoebe Price was the daughter of John Price (abt. At 23, his tank will be improving, and he will be better equipped to run through the guts whilst drifting forward to continue his assault on the big sticks. Throw him behind the ball. While it is easy to be caught up in the development of Nick Blakey and Isaac Heeney, one of the keys to the development of the Sydney team may lie with one of the more unsung talents on the team. He has been expected to make a huge leap for years now, and if it doesn’t happen in 2020, is it time for Swans supporters to start coming to terms with the fact that this may be as good as it gets for him? Nick Blakey is also likely to be not risked by Sydney at the slightest hint of a minor injury. My guess is that he was under the impression that Papley was heading out of town. With Nick Blakey and Tarryn Thomas‘ bids expected to come before Quaynor on draft night, Adelaide could hold picks 9 (after a club bids on Blakey) and 15 (after Thomas bid), with that latter pick expected to be the bid on Quaynor. Compare Nick Blakey to other players. He was a classic case of second year blues in 2019. I gave Kennedy best on ground, factoring in what he did defensively to set his team up. By this point in time, I thought Isaac Heeney would have taken the torch from Josh Kennedy – either had it willingly handed to him, or ripped it out of his hands. Let’s explore with a little bit of the old good, bad and ugly, Mongrel-style. "We've never had any conflict about my football and I think Mum has been pretty big on that, when we're at home we're a family and don't talk much about football. I hope he gets to 1000. This content is for paid members only. The Swans have needed someone to step up and help him for a while now, but I don’t think you’ll find Kennedy complaining. Over the past three seasons, Heeney has basically been exactly the same player, averaging between 20.05 and 20.55 disposals per game. THE GOOD, BAD AND UGLY – SYDNEY 2020 SEASON PREVIEW. "At the moment, I still have to play a lot of good football before I think about it," he said. What are the chances he plays every game from that point on? With players on the cusp of stardom, and some of the best young talls in the caper, Sydney is highly capable of upsets, and it’s not like they’re not used to overcoming odds to defy the doomsayers. Nick Blakey AFL Fantasy stats. Weight: 80kg     It hasn’t happened. He emigrated from London, England. Early access to all Good, Bad and Ugly reviews. Going head to head with Cripps, Kennedy’s ability to limit the young Carlton star when the game was there to be won went a long way in setting up the Sydney win. A pinch-hitting Heeney is better than a sidelined version. Hewett has been good at stoppages, but his ascension to being Josh Kennedy’s heir took a bit of a hit in that department in 2019. This one kind of hit me a little from left field, but I’d like to explore the option a little. How will he go with a year’s experience under his belt and the confidence of knowing that he has found his niche in this Swans team? (Use Cropper to set image and use mouse scroller for zoom image.). That’s not to say that the Swans will become a dominant ruck team, however having Naismith teaming with Sinclair should see a vastly improved performance. View the profiles of people named Nick Blaney. There will be games where there are flashes of the player who dominated the forward 50, and the headlines for the past ten years, but the days of Franklin’s body allowing him to do what he’s used to doing appear to be over. In 2019, Josh Kennedy did what Josh Kennedy does. Of course, that is EXACTLY what he is instructed to do as he runs at 82% efficiency and sat at fourth in the whole league in metres gained. He obliged with 37 majors for the season. Jake Lloyd was the best and fairest player in Sydney in 2018, and actually raised his performance in 2019 to top 30 touches per game for the first time in his career.. Strangely, I have read the comments of many Swans fans over the journey, and they seem to discount his role quite readily, citing the fact he is not a pure defender back there, and picks up a lot of easy ball. The eyes of the football world were opened in 2018 when Aliir Aliir and Majak Daw engaged in a one-on-one duel for the ages. Then Sam Gray joined the fray and all of a sudden we have a real forward line free-for-all in Sydney. In his contract year, he needs to straighten up a little in 2020 and get in and under to help the old fella. In 2019, Kennedy had the most contested touches per game for the Swans. Young Nick Blakey, aka THE LIZARD, steps up to win our Mark of the Week! And he did it three damn times! Sydney are now at the point where they need to enlist some serious aid for Josh Kennedy in the middle. View the profiles of professionals named "Nicholas Blakey" on LinkedIn. So what did that leave the Swans in the way of midfield development? At 4.5 tackles per contest, he is no slouch, but 68th in the league is way too far down the list for someone playing a close-checking role. "Dad and I have a really good relationship at home and a really good working relationship as well, so if he tells me to do something, I'll do it, just like I do with the other coaches," he said. Statistically, Rampe notched career-high numbers in disposals (20.1), Rebound 50s (6.7) and had his best season in terms of disposal efficiency (an outstanding 86.5%). The other thing to consider is whether his body is capable of handling midfield minutes. If anything, he has gotten better. Is that a little fairer? This is life for a 30+ year old athlete who hasn’t been able to train consistently for a few years. Includes historical and current season data. All content, plus ability to have input into specific content creation – voting/suggestions in regards to upcoming articles and podcast topics. Free access to all Mongrel Punt e-books. A forward with the talent of Blakey is not so easily acquired. This past off-season, Tom Papley expressed a desire to leave the Swans and head back to Victoria. Midfield, If you like what you’re  reading, please consider joining. Includes historical and current season data. If I was a betting man, and three positions are available for the small/mid-sized forwards, Papley is a walk-up start, Hayward gets the chance to redeem himself early, and Sam Gray provides a bit of the unknown. Father-son prospect Nick Blakey says he will leave it to later in the year before making a decision on his preferred club. Blakey, considered a near-certain first-round draft prospect, had four options to choose from come this year’s national draft, including entering the open draft. View the profiles of professionals named "Nick Blakey" on LinkedIn. The Swans appear to be a middle of the road team at best in 2020. Join Facebook to connect with Nick Blaney and others you may know. In 2019, with just Callum Sinclair to man the middle, the Swans fell down in the ruck. He was recruited by the Adelaide Crows with the 30th draft pick in the 2018 AFL draft. Laitham Vandermeer (born 3 February 1999) is an Australian rules footballer who plays for the Western Bulldogs in the Australian Football League (AFL). So, we’re making this an annual tradition now – extensive season previews for all 18 teams in this format because… well, people seem to like the Good, Bad, Ugly format for game reviews and I thought why not? That’s the level Hewett needs to aspire to. I love Sydney and Sydney's home at the moment, but obviously dad won two premierships at North and started his career with the Lions which was so good for him. A son-of-a-gun and sharing a forward line with the great Buddy Franklin, Nick Blakey has begun his AFL career in the spotlight. Blakey, Heeney, Mills, Florent – the Swans are now the second youngest list in the game, but their best two players on their day are north of 30. Sinclair is quick off the mark for a ruck, and has a good sense of how to find space up forward. I won't lie, I get pretty excited when he does something well, but I tried not to show it too much because I know the cameras are onto me," he said. I want him to do well. 375,300: 109: 2: 0: 0: 59: 114: 55 -19,650 -14,092 I do not think Josh Kennedy is past it at all, but what we have seen in the last couple of seasons is signs that he cannot do what he was once capable of. Both have demonstrated that they can work both ways very effectively, but as they develop, both need to move away from being seen as taggers, and into the role of accountable mid, more like West Coast’s Elliot Yeo. He is the brother of his teammate at Brisbane, Jarrod Berry. I’m starting to doubt whether we will see that magical 1000th goal at all, and I am pretty certain it will not be this season. You have to wonder whether Taylor in particular knew what he was getting into when he joined the Swans? It is a trend Hayward needs to reverse in 2020. He kicked 20 goals for the Power – third on the team, yet was deemed dispensable? Luke Parker was one I thought might surpass JK as well. Access to expanded season preview/review articles. Once Papley wasn’t dealt to Carlton, things got a little tighter. The Swans seem to have found a diamond in the rough in Dawson – an intercept marking defender with the ability to swing forward when necessary. But does he drop his bundle having not got his way this off-season? Whilst I do not believe the Swans will be contending in 2020, the opportunity to build a solid foundation for future years is ripe. 1645-bef. He is not going to average 28-30 touches per game as he did from 2012-17. His combination of being able to hold his own against the monster forwards of the competition, and then run off them with the ball tucked under his wing was unique in a competition where players seem increasingly to be able to do one or the other – but rarely both. Nick Blakey of the Sydney Swans profile and AFL statistics. Ned McHenry is an Australian rules footballer who plays for the Adelaide Crows in the Australian Football League (AFL). It may surprise people to hear, but Heeney will turn 24 this season, and whilst that is by no means reason to go walking stick shopping, his stagnation in the Sydney team should be more than a little concerning. Aliir AliirBen RonkeCallum MillsDane RampeGeorge HewettIsaac HeeneyJake LloydJordan DawsonJosh KennedyLuke ParkerNick BlakeyRobbie FoxSam GraySam NaismithSydneyTom PapleyWill Hayward. His ability to read the play has improved out of site. It was two young bulls going at it, head-to-head. "I definitely wouldn't be the player I am now if it wasn't for my old man," Nick said. He had the most tackles per game on the team, AND…. While it is easy to be caught up in the development of Nick Blakey and Isaac Heeney, one of the keys to the development of the Sydney team may lie with one of the more unsung talents on the team. … he is easily the oldest midfielder on the team. But every time he gets another injury it’s one step closer to falling over entirely, and for a man so accustomed to playing at the highest level, you have to wonder… when will he have had enough? When you throw in a player like Robbie Fox down back, who could really fill the role as a smaller lockdown defender, the Swans actually could make up for plenty of the struggles the midfield may have containing teams. But the midfield is not exceptional, and that places stress of the back six to make up for their lack of… exceptionality. I had Hewett earmarked as one of the big improvers of 2019, and I think he still has plenty left in him, but he cannot start the season the way he did last year in the middle. Those guys average 8.2 and 7.3 tackles per game respectively. "He’s going to be a real long-term player for them. Or is one of Lewis Melican or Robbie Fox the unassuming solid defender they need back there. Buddy is no spring chicken, and over the last couple of seasons, the years of wear and tear on his body have really started taking a toll. In 2018, there were times when he looked as though he could tear a game apart in a five minute stretch, and in 2019 he not only looked more threatening – he actually started delivering. Nick Blakey is expected to play the majority of the season, but probably not every match. Does Callum Mills resume his role across half back or move into the middle. Double figure goals should be the expectation on him this season. With Dawson deployed across half back, the Swans defence looks strong. When he hits a pack, the pack stays hit. With Nick Blakey and Tarryn Thomas‘ bids expected to come before Quaynor on draft night, Adelaide could hold picks 9 (after a club bids on Blakey) and 15 (after Thomas bid), with that latter pick expected to be the bid on Quaynor. He was recruited by the Western Bulldogs with the 37th draft pick in the 2018 AFL draft. There are 10 professionals named "Nicholas Blakey", who use LinkedIn to exchange information, ideas, and opportunities. Whilst Daw would snag four goals, it was Aliir sneaking forward late in the game to seal the deal for the Swans that stole the show. Any later picks and the Pies will have the points to cover easily. George Hewett was on the right track until 2019, and though he didn’t careen off the road, he is starting to veer away from the direction he should be going. If someone told me in pre-season that I'd play 12 games (in the first 13) I would've said, 'You're dreaming,'" Blakey said. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Along with his 20 touches and ten marks, it was his late goal that put the Swans over the top in a cracking game. As it stands, and as we’ve covered above, that hasn’t been the case. Or you can join our mailing list and receive email notifications when a new article is published. Will Hamill (born 17 November 2000) is an Australian rules footballer who plays for the Adelaide Crows in the Australian Football League (AFL). I’d hate to see him get throw into a position he’s not built to play. Will he build on his impressive 2019 to make this season his year? One of those overnight sensations that takes years to develop, I suppose. From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Nick Blakey (born 27 February 2000) is a professional Australian rules footballer who plays for the Sydney Swans in the Australian Football League (AFL). 2018 afl draft footywire . I spoke of Jack Steele and Elliot Yeo earlier. Position: I’ve known this family for a long time and they’re just a quality family. I don’t think that will happen, however. Access to all standalone members articles as well as weekly wingman rankings. We’ll still be publishing daily on The Mongrel Punt and hope you stick with us during this time. Then last season, we had the rumours of Callum Mills moving into the midfield to strengthen the Swans. Papley is able to drift into the midfield and make an impact there. His overall disposal numbers did hit a career-high 21.86 per game, but it was the inside work that fell away. Join Facebook to connect with Nicholas Blakey and others you may know. Also, I really like Clint Eastwood. 514,800: 215: 2: 0: 0: 101: 91: 108: 5,726: 2,592: Grant Birchall. He goes where he is needed most and as a result, he has never actually been able to settle into a role. He got on with the business of playing good, and sometimes spectacular football and one year later, the trade was made. It’s not hard to see why this kid’s such a good person," AFL Academy coach Luke Power said. Ronke will need a complete reversal of form, as will Hayward, who is described in detail above. Access to all podcasts. His best appears on highlight reels on an almost weekly basis, but at the moment he is like a wonderful dessert, covered in chocolate and strawberries and served to you in the comfort of your own lounge room. Sam Gray’s departure from Port was weird. View Nick Blakey’s profile on LinkedIn, the world's largest professional community. Whilst 2019 was his break out season, playing 20 of his career total of 25 games, I’m excited to see what the 22-year old can do in 2020. He’ll do it, and he’ll do it pretty well, but he has not had the opportunity to do something exceptionally, and in a way it’s unfair on him. Hand him a plunger! Buddy is turning 33 in a matter of days – playing every game from the point he returns in 2020 is very unlikely given the way he plays and what he still believes he can do. He is one of three players to ever have 400 contested possessions in a season. Need your toilet unblocked? He was unable to make the contest due to a hamstring strain after a little too long on the bench. Example of info available (using Nick Blakey);View attachment 1052612 View attachment 1052613 View attachment 1052615 View attachment 1052624 View attachment 1052625 Seems like a fairly small operation, but gets the job done with an informative, up to date, easy to navigate website. Access to all content as per Mongrel Members, plus weekly defensive rankings and overall player rankings that feed into the Mongrel 50. His trade value will increase and with Carlton picking up a stop gap via the Eddie Betts retirement tour, they’ll be ready to deal again in October. I got a little tired of the type of coverage Dane Rampe received in 2019. He is contracted to the Swans until the end of 2023… they will not be in a hurry to let him go, particularly if the price is in any way short of what they believe Papley is worth. Whilst the appeal of having a 195 centimetre Blakey galloping around the midfield is a nice thought, midfielders are relatively easily obtained. I had a reader email me, stating that it is a popular belief in the Swans’ fan circles that Nick Blakey will eventually move into the midfield. at the end of 2022. Cripps got two. John said at times he found it tough separating himself from his roles last year. Will Hayward enters year four as a Swan in 2020 after a disappointing season in 2019. "Whether that's available next year, Andrew Dillon and his team will review.". But does that early injury modify the expectations for an entire season for the Swans, or is it a genuine opportunity for others to establish themselves as the next big thing? With the ability to bob up when needed, Hayward bolstered a Sydney forward line that continued to surprise in 2018, and his form mimicked their overall fall from grace in 2019. "Dad has a rich history at both North and Brisbane, so I'm not just focused on Sydney. At one point or another, we will see a combination of all listed above, but Jordan Dawson has the potential to become a standout performer amid a very talented bunch. Father-son, academy prospect Nick Blakey is recovering well after being rushed to hospital following a serious concussion in the NAB AFL Academy's 106-point win over the New Zealand Hawks in Wellington. His clearance numbers dropped from 4.7 per game to 4.0 as Hewett found the going a little tougher in the middle. The Swans then traded back into the second round shortly afterwards. Upon re-entering the fray, he took off at top speed, hoping to create a mismatch up forward by sneaking in on the fat side of the ground. Capitalising on them is what a good team would do, and if that means he remains in defence, that’s good enough for me. "He’s also a special player. The same goes for his tackling. He made huge strides in 2018, averaging 11.91 touches and 1.22 goals per game but his form, along with fellow small-forward, Ben Ronke stagnated last season. Taylor is coming off a disappointing year at Brisbane that saw him edged out of the side. In 2020, Hayward and Ronke will be expected to turn their form around, drastically in Ronke’s case. Does Colin O’Riordan continue his development down back? If you’d prefer a little more steak, you might want a little more from him this season. Blakey, who was also named the side's captain for the clash, had his game cut short after hitting his head on the ground after being tackled by an opponent. As I am sure you’re all aware, the battle between Facebook and our Federal Government ramped up recently, with FB going on the offensive and blocking access to any pages on their platform that link to articles in Australia. Heeney has threatened to be the next genuine star in Sydney, but for one reason or another (which we’ll get to), he has been unable to take the next step on a consistent basis. Nick Blakey #22 Sydney Swans. He was recruited by the Greater Western Sydney Giants with the 22nd draft pick in the 2018 AFL draft. Sydney's shock draft manoeuvre which helped secure Academy player Nick Blakey for a bargain may not be permitted again. The work of Kennedy early in the piece gave the Swans the edge, and they never lost it. Hewett should be reversing the clearance trend that started last year, and around five per game seems a reasonable number to aim for. There will be games where Buddy is effective in 2020. Dawson’s aerial prowess was the facet of his game that jumped out at me in 2019, as he provided the Swans with a legitimate swingman as they deployed his talents at both half forward and half back. Select up to four players at a time to add to the comparison. It all seemed to centre around goal post climbing and late 50 metre penalties, but in reality, the Swans’ full back compiled an excellent season as the main defensive pillar. He didn’t drop his head. Your email address will not be published. "People will probably think it's a bit funny because he's my dad but at the end of the day, he's just another coach at the club.". I have to admit – I like seeing a big forward up and about, and after the 2019 Lance Franklin endured, hearing that he was hitting the track early, and making a concerted effort to hit 2020 in the best shape possible buoyed me a little. With just five games to his name, the ascension of Charlie Cameron, and the addition of Lincoln McCarthy saw him lose his place in the team. I’m not sure that he gets back to the point where he can play at the level we’re used to seeing for any more than a couple of games at a time. His five goals against the Eagles punctuated a six game stretch where he also picked up two bags of four, and with Buddy Franklin struggling to stay on the park, the Swans relied more on Papley to hit the scoreboard. Over the last eight games of the season, Dawson averaged 4.75 Rebounds, and added 5.25 intercept possessions as well. "I'm a really proud father and hopefully he can continue on and have a better year this year.". He is not going to give you a minimum of 25 touches per game  (he had under that mark on 10 occasions in 2019) and he is not going to be able to drag the Swans midfield, kicking and screaming, to respectable efforts week in and week out. He didn’t mope about. I want him to be a success for Sydney, and in want him to hit that 1000-goal milestone. Father-son and academy prospect Nick Blakey, a Sydney resident and member of the Swans’ academy, nominates the Swans as his preferred destination for 2019. 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