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By Jake Niall
December 17 2002
Richmond, on the verge of signing Matthew Lappin only days ago, may not even participate in what is certain to be a threadbare pre-season draft.
The Tigers effectively have the first live pick in the pre-season draft, due to Carlton's non-participation and St Kilda's commitment to Stephen Powell. But Richmond football director Greg Miller yesterday confirmed that the Tigers were undecided about whether they would pick a player on Friday.
"We may (have a pick)," Miller said. "We'll make a decision on whether we get value out of it."
As few as six clubs could end up participating in Friday's draft, should the Tigers opt out.
Miller said the Tigers remained interested in Brisbane utility Craig Bolton, who has indicated his preference is to be recruited by Sydney.
Geelong coach Mark Thompson said the Cats were yet to decide whether they would punt on a kid or a player with AFL experience.
He said if they did select a seasoned player, former tagger Carl Steinfort - delisted by Collingwood - was a chance to be taken, but added: "It's more likely we'll pick someone who hasn't played before."
Collingwood will have a choice on Friday, with Steinfort's delisting opening up a spot on its list. Melbourne is still assessing midfielder Guy Rigoni, who pulled up sore after a tough training session last Friday. The Demons are also considering former Adelaide youngster Michael Handby, who can play as a tall defender.
St Kilda, Geelong, Sydney, Melbourne and Collingwood are the only certain participants on Friday.
December 17 2002
Richmond, on the verge of signing Matthew Lappin only days ago, may not even participate in what is certain to be a threadbare pre-season draft.
The Tigers effectively have the first live pick in the pre-season draft, due to Carlton's non-participation and St Kilda's commitment to Stephen Powell. But Richmond football director Greg Miller yesterday confirmed that the Tigers were undecided about whether they would pick a player on Friday.
"We may (have a pick)," Miller said. "We'll make a decision on whether we get value out of it."
As few as six clubs could end up participating in Friday's draft, should the Tigers opt out.
Miller said the Tigers remained interested in Brisbane utility Craig Bolton, who has indicated his preference is to be recruited by Sydney.
Geelong coach Mark Thompson said the Cats were yet to decide whether they would punt on a kid or a player with AFL experience.
He said if they did select a seasoned player, former tagger Carl Steinfort - delisted by Collingwood - was a chance to be taken, but added: "It's more likely we'll pick someone who hasn't played before."
Collingwood will have a choice on Friday, with Steinfort's delisting opening up a spot on its list. Melbourne is still assessing midfielder Guy Rigoni, who pulled up sore after a tough training session last Friday. The Demons are also considering former Adelaide youngster Michael Handby, who can play as a tall defender.
St Kilda, Geelong, Sydney, Melbourne and Collingwood are the only certain participants on Friday.