First of all thanks to Greg Miller,Hughsey and the RFC for there time :clap,tried to get all the PRE questions answered so hope we didnt miss any.
1.What would Cleve like to achieve in his career?
Would like to be happy with what he does and to play to his maximum potential.
2.Greatest obstacle to play Afl?
Being able to beat the biggest and best defenders in the game.
3.Any surprises how his been marked by defenders?
Each time you go to a contest you are learning something new because you are playing on players that are very expierenced.
4.Have you always played as a forward?
No,when I was younger I used to play as a midfielder.However I had a growth spurt and grew 12'' in one year,after that I became a key position player.
5.Hows Melbourne?
Traffic is a hassle,there is not so much traffic in Adelaide.There is a lot more happening which makes life intresting.It seems to rain more.
6.Hows the fitness after the first Pre season?
Better then when I first got here,but there is still room for improvement,it is coming along
7 Do you miss cricket?
Yes
8 Who are you mates with at the club?
Luke Mcguane,Daniel Jackson,Dean Limbach,Dean Polo
9 Most admired and biggest influence at the club?
Joel Bowden.He is like a mentor and provides tips that make it easier for new players.
10 What drills do you do for kicking?
I try an mimic match conditions when practicing goal kicking.I have someone stand on the mark and take no more then 30 seconds to kick.I only practice 30 per day and keep a record of how many I get each day.I try to improve my kicking each day
11 Favorite forward and who did you model your game on?
My favorite forward is Jonathon Brown.I modelled my game on Warren Tredrea when he played Full forward,mainly because I saw a lot of him.
12 What pathway did you take to getting drafted?
I played one year in the U/18 National Championships.From that championship iI was selected in the All Australian U/18 team as a result of this I went to the National Draft Camp and was interviewed by 14 of the 16 AFL clubs.Following the camp I was drafted BY Richmond Football Club at NO 24 in the 2005 draft.
13 Sterngths and Weaknesses?
My strengths are pace over the first 5m,marking on the lead,goal kicking and timing of leads.My weaknesses are fitness,strength contested marking and defensive play (second efforts).
14.Best Position
Full forward,but I would like to become a centre half forward further down the track.
15 Nickname?
Hughsey
16 Whats your thoughhts on Angus dishin up the dirt on you in his diary?
The guy should keep his mouth shut and concentrate on maybe getting a kick.
17 Funniest at the club
Greg Stafford.
18 Who spends more time in front of the mirror,you Rainsey or Lids
Rainsey for sure.
19 What is it like playing with Richo?
Its good to have a player along side you who gives 100% no matter how good or bad things are going.He can spark the team.
20 What do you like to do Pre game?
I like to listen to music,then carry a footy in my hands so I get used to the feel of it ,I visualise myself doing everthing right and I try focus my eyes on specific things so I am ready for the contest.
p.s Lobster was devine GPB :hihi
1.What would Cleve like to achieve in his career?
Would like to be happy with what he does and to play to his maximum potential.
2.Greatest obstacle to play Afl?
Being able to beat the biggest and best defenders in the game.
3.Any surprises how his been marked by defenders?
Each time you go to a contest you are learning something new because you are playing on players that are very expierenced.
4.Have you always played as a forward?
No,when I was younger I used to play as a midfielder.However I had a growth spurt and grew 12'' in one year,after that I became a key position player.
5.Hows Melbourne?
Traffic is a hassle,there is not so much traffic in Adelaide.There is a lot more happening which makes life intresting.It seems to rain more.
6.Hows the fitness after the first Pre season?
Better then when I first got here,but there is still room for improvement,it is coming along
7 Do you miss cricket?
Yes
8 Who are you mates with at the club?
Luke Mcguane,Daniel Jackson,Dean Limbach,Dean Polo
9 Most admired and biggest influence at the club?
Joel Bowden.He is like a mentor and provides tips that make it easier for new players.
10 What drills do you do for kicking?
I try an mimic match conditions when practicing goal kicking.I have someone stand on the mark and take no more then 30 seconds to kick.I only practice 30 per day and keep a record of how many I get each day.I try to improve my kicking each day
11 Favorite forward and who did you model your game on?
My favorite forward is Jonathon Brown.I modelled my game on Warren Tredrea when he played Full forward,mainly because I saw a lot of him.
12 What pathway did you take to getting drafted?
I played one year in the U/18 National Championships.From that championship iI was selected in the All Australian U/18 team as a result of this I went to the National Draft Camp and was interviewed by 14 of the 16 AFL clubs.Following the camp I was drafted BY Richmond Football Club at NO 24 in the 2005 draft.
13 Sterngths and Weaknesses?
My strengths are pace over the first 5m,marking on the lead,goal kicking and timing of leads.My weaknesses are fitness,strength contested marking and defensive play (second efforts).
14.Best Position
Full forward,but I would like to become a centre half forward further down the track.
15 Nickname?
Hughsey
16 Whats your thoughhts on Angus dishin up the dirt on you in his diary?
The guy should keep his mouth shut and concentrate on maybe getting a kick.
17 Funniest at the club
Greg Stafford.
18 Who spends more time in front of the mirror,you Rainsey or Lids
Rainsey for sure.
19 What is it like playing with Richo?
Its good to have a player along side you who gives 100% no matter how good or bad things are going.He can spark the team.
20 What do you like to do Pre game?
I like to listen to music,then carry a footy in my hands so I get used to the feel of it ,I visualise myself doing everthing right and I try focus my eyes on specific things so I am ready for the contest.
p.s Lobster was devine GPB :hihi