AAMI Talent League Watch – Round 7

SANFL Media’s ZAC MILBANK shines a light on club nominees for the weekly AAMI Talent League Boys MVP award.  

CALLAN SEMMLER

Local Club: Gawler Central FC

Disposals – 13
Clearances – 4
Marks – 4
Hit outs – 48

”Callan shouldered most of the ruck duties for us in our win over Sturt. His physical presence in the ruck contests and his ability to follow up on the ground was a big reason our midfield had the edge on the weekend along with his 48 hitouts.”
Central Talent Manager Scott Stevens

BEN COPPING

Local Club: Penola FC

Disposals – 17
Marks – 4
Tackles – 9
Scores – 2.1

”Ben applied high pressure playing a midfield/forward role, laying eight tackles. He had positive impact at stoppages and hit the scoreboard with 2.1.”
Glenelg Talent Manager Darren Trevena

EDDIE SORENSEN

Local Club: Goodwood FC

Disposals – 26
Marks – 3
Tackles – 8
Clearances – 4

”Eddie had a season-high night with 26 disposals, which included eight tackles and four clearances. Eddie has stepped it up by helping our 18s to their first win in college season in 3 years.”
Norwood Talent Manager Craig Roberts 

HUDSON BOAL

Local Club: McLaren Districts FC

Disposals – 31
Clearances – 11
Inside 50s – 8
Tackles – 7

“Hudson played a vital role in helping the U18s get the win at Prospect in Round 7. His work in the contest and around stoppages was elite to help drive the ball forward. His pressure at the opposition when they won the ball was just as impressive, laying big tackles throughout the game. We continue to challenge Hudson to take it up to the best midfields in the competition as a bottom-age player and his attributes to do so has been impressive so far this season. His teammates love playing with him.”
South Talent Manager Bryce Gibbs

LACHIE WERTS

Local Club: Mount Barker FC

Disposals – 17
Marks – 5
Clearances – 5
Tackles – 6
Scores – 2.1

”Lachie played a solid first half up forward before making a real impact through the midfield in the second half. He toiled hard all day, finishing with six tackles and eight score involvements, and brought great energy and competitiveness around the contest. His influence after half-time helped shift momentum and get the game back on our terms during a tough day for the group.”
Sturt Talent Manager and U18 Coach Scott Prebble

DEAN HATEDAKIS

Local Club: Goodwood FC

Disposals – 24
Marks – 3
Clearances – 3
Tackles – 5

”Dean had 24 disposals and was damaging with his run and carry. He consistently hit targets by hand and foot and attacked the contest relentlessly.”
West Talent Manager and U18 Coach Alex Pigou

JACK LEYS

Local Club: Henley FC

Disposals – 24
Marks – 7
Inside 50s – 6
Rebound 50s – 3
Scores – 2.1

”Playing on the wing,  Jack collected 24 disposals, but more importantly was able to work the length of the ground with three rebound 50s & six inside 50s as well as hitting the scoreboard with two goals.”
Eagles Talent Manager Darren Hams