Troy Taylor
Age: 18
Statistic averages in the Under 18 Championships:
Team NT Matches 5 Kicks 9.6 Kicking Efficiency % 45.8 Handballs 3.4 Disposals 13 Disposal Efficiency % 47.7 Marks 3.4 Contested Possessions 7.2 Uncontested Possessions 5.4 Clearances 1.2 Tackles 3.2 Goals 1.4 Behinds 1.6 Position: Forward Pocket/Third Forward
Many expected Troy Taylor to end up at the Gold Coast, who chased him heavily, but the lure of playing at an AFL club next year has seen him decline that route.
There are a few question marks that may keep Taylor out of the first round of the draft in that his attitude and work rate have been questioned in the past. I suspect much of this stems from a couple run-ins with the law he has had for robberies and assault but it has been suggested that he is actually a terrific bloke who mixed with the wrong crowd. Whatever the case the recruiters put potential draftees through a lot of tough questions at draft camp and I’m sure most clubs will be able to look past previous indiscretions.
Personally I have Taylor going late second round but that has me in the minority as most expect a late first/early second round pick to be used. Whilst Troy Taylor has amazing hands, agility and vision I worry about his kicking, fitness and attitude which caused him to slide, full of potential though and exciting to watch.
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