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VFL Round 7: AFL-Listed Player Performances Reviewed for Casey Demons and Carlton Reserves

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Round 7 VFL: Casey Demons Secure 27-Point Victory; Carlton Reserves in Action

Casey Fields — Casey Demons claimed a commanding 27-point win over Richmond in their Round 7 clash. In a separate fixture, the Carlton Reserves also took the field for their Round 7 match.

"We saw strong contributions from our AFL-listed players across the board." — Casey VFL Coach Rhett McLennan

Casey Demons Player Performances

Following the win, VFL coach Rhett McLennan reviewed the contributions of Melbourne's AFL-listed players.

Key Ball-Winners and Defenders

  • Andy Moniz-Wakefield: Recorded 31 disposals and 6 tackles.
  • Patrick Cross: Gathered 22 disposals and 9 marks in his first full game after a thumb injury; had four shots on goal.
  • Jack Henderson: Accumulated 19 disposals, 7 marks, and 6 tackles.
  • Tom McDonald: Collected 22 disposals and 10 marks, providing defensive stability.

Ruck and Forward Line

  • Kalani White: Registered 12 disposals, 13 hitouts, and 3 clearances in the primary ruck role.
  • Luker Kentfield: Kicked 2 goals and had 13 disposals and 6 marks as the second ruck.
  • Thomas Matthews: Kicked 2 goals from 9 disposals and had 2 tackles.

Midfield and Rotations

  • Jake Bowey: Managed 15 disposals, 3 tackles, and 3 marks at 50% time on ground.
  • Ricky Mentha Jnr: Had 16 disposals and 2 tackles.
  • Jed Adams: Recorded 12 disposals and 1 tackle.
  • Riley Onley: Notched 14 disposals and 5 marks in a defensive role.
  • Oscar Berry: Finished with 8 disposals and 3 marks.

Carlton Reserves Player Performances

Carlton VFL Senior Coach Damian Truslove reviewed the performances of 17 AFL-listed players from the team's Round 7 match.

High Disposal & Impact Players

  • Blake Acres: Recorded 31 disposals, 8 marks, and 2 goals.
  • Ben Camporeale: Gathered 24 disposals, 8 inside 50s, and 1 goal in his second game after concussion.
  • Lachie Fogarty: Had 22 disposals, 10 marks, and 2 goals.
  • Liam Reidy: Registered 24 disposals, 23 hitouts, and 15 clearances.
  • Lewis Young: Had 23 disposals (95% efficiency) and 16 marks.
  • Jordan Boyd: Finished with 23 disposals (91% efficiency) and 6 rebound 50s.

Forward Firepower

  • Wade Derksen: Kicked 5 goals from 14 disposals and 6 marks.
  • Ashton Moir: Recorded 18 disposals, 10 marks, and 2 goals.
  • Talor Byrne: Kicked 2 goals from 13 disposals.
  • Jack Ison: Managed 19 disposals, 7 inside 50s, and 2 goals.

Midfield and Supporting Roles

  • Campbell Chesser: Accumulated 19 disposals and 8 inside 50s as captain.
  • Cooper Lord: Notched 22 disposals, 7 marks, and 1 goal.
  • Matthew Cottrell: Gathered 17 disposals, 5 marks, and 5 inside 50s.
  • Harry Charleson: Collected 21 disposals, 6 marks, and 1 goal (his first VFL goal).
  • Hudson O'Keeffe: Managed 8 disposals, 10 hitouts, and 1 goal.
  • Flynn Young: Notched 14 disposals and 1 goal.
  • Matt Duffy: Had 6 disposals.