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Re: Daniel McKenzie

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bigred wrote:Real pace. Not just a bit... but break lines pace.
You're right, D-Mac has some serious wheels.


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Re: Daniel McKenzie

Post: # 1684106Post evertonfc »

I'm a bit concerned about him.

Seems like he's got some really good attributes and is also a good young man, but he doesn't get enough of the footy and tends to butcher it when he has it. Being fast is not enough.

Definitely hope he can turn it around but he's going to have to work extremely hard to get more opportunities; competition for places will be very stiff in the coming years.

I genuinely hope he knuckles down, works on his flaws and learns to handle pressure. Both Sam Fisher and Jason Blake were examples of two players who struggled under pressure (especially with disposal) early in their careers and then gradually became a lot better. So it is possible.

May this be nothing more than a steep learning curve.


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Re: Daniel McKenzie

Post: # 1684115Post MC Gusto »

Think a few are being unduly harsh on the boy.
He is exactly what we need, a big bodied fast mid. He'll come good for sure. His bone crashing mark in the last was terrific and his skills will settle when he acclimatises to the pace of the game


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Re: Daniel McKenzie

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Dmac is nominated for mark of the week this week
http://www.afl.com.au/video/2017-07-10/ ... e-week-r16


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Re: Daniel McKenzie

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saintbrat wrote:Dmac is nominated for mark of the week this week
http://www.afl.com.au/video/2017-07-10/ ... e-week-r16
Fantastic - a little thing like that can do wonders for the young mans confidence!!!!!


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Re: Daniel McKenzie

Post: # 1684137Post magnifisaint »

You can see he has talent. Needs a few games to adjust to the tempo.


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Re: Daniel McKenzie

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Sainter_Dad wrote:
saintbrat wrote:Dmac is nominated for mark of the week this week
http://www.afl.com.au/video/2017-07-10/ ... e-week-r16
Fantastic - a little thing like that can do wonders for the young mans confidence!!!!!
direct link
not the best mark but yes a confidence booster
https://markoftheyear.afl/vote/round/16 ... playerlink


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Re: Daniel McKenzie

Post: # 1684152Post Premium89 »

I reckon he'll be good with a few more games under his belt, I'm just not happy about the bum fluff beard he has!


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Re: Daniel McKenzie

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skeptic wrote:See I reckon ppl have a real blind spot with games like tonight...

DMac made some errors that really stood out but the 10 goal win really masked the fact that we were actually very wasteful across the board. The reason it doesn't stand out is because we rattled the tigers early and they were much much worse as a result and I think DMac played a role in that.

The kids a beast, he hits the packs hard, is great in the air and has a fantastic work rate.

His disposal is very hit and miss but I reckon he keeps his spot on that performance. He did better than Mav has in most games this season and he did a few things that the statisticians won't record. He just needs an extended run to find his mojo.
Great post. I didn't see the game but it's clear Ninthmond once again got ahead of themselves as only they can do.

Sounds like it is prob the easiest game we will have for the season.


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Re: Daniel McKenzie

Post: # 1684197Post outside66 »

I know everyone is entitled to an opinion so here's mine;

I like Daniel Mckenzie,
Daniel McKenzie for me
He plays like a winner, he plays saints foot-y
a little each game is a good recipe
I like Daniel McKenzie
Daniel McKenzie for me.


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Re: Daniel McKenzie

Post: # 1684205Post Joffa Burns »

IMO no change to a winning team that dominated other than injury and suspension.
Give the kid a few games to settle.
Has some toe and courage.


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Re: Daniel McKenzie

Post: # 1684254Post borderbarry »

It looks like most people agree with me that he just needs a decent run of games.
Do you remember how well Seb Ross was going when at the same stage?


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Re: Daniel McKenzie

Post: # 1684351Post skeptic »

borderbarry wrote:It looks like most people agree with me that he just needs a decent run of games.
Do you remember how well Seb Ross was going when at the same stage?
It's actually a similar early trajectory.

Both started quite well early and showed glimpses of greatness

Then they stagnate a bit despite showing a great training ethic and reasonable form in the 2s

Doubts are cast about a particular aspect of their game (Getting enough ball for Ross, Disposal for DMac)

Then... well we know what happens to Seb


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Re: Daniel McKenzie

Post: # 1684456Post Munga »

DMac will be fine


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Re: Daniel McKenzie

Post: # 1684457Post White Winmar »

outside66 wrote:I know everyone is entitled to an opinion so here's mine;

I like Daniel Mckenzie,
Daniel McKenzie for me
He plays like a winner, he plays saints foot-y
a little each game is a good recipe
I like Daniel McKenzie
Daniel McKenzie for me.
He needs a mentor. I nominate Graeme Gellie.


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Re: Daniel McKenzie

Post: # 1684801Post White Winmar »

Will DMack stay in ahead of Acres? Did they take Acres off at Sandy at half time because he was in line for a call up? I'm puzzled by the management of Acres if he doesn't come back this week. Not good for either's continuity if they miss. DMack as the incumbent has the inside running.


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