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MagpieBat
Joined: 27 Nov 2010
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| Post subject: Jake Williams joins VFL Academy |  |
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Congratulations, Jake! 
| Quote: | As Collingwood’s VFL side prepares for a trip down the highway to kick off its 2015 campaign, one member of the team has been rewarded with a spot alongside some of the VFL’s most promising youngsters.
Young midfielder Jake Williams has been rewarded with a place in the 29-man VFL Academy squad for season 2015.
The accolade rewards Williams for a consistent debut season in the Black and White, and serves as a timely motivator ahead of the sides opening practice match against Geelong on Saturday.
Collingwood’s VFL General Manager Luke Gatti stressed the value of the league’s Academy and its potential impact on Williams’ development.
“The VFL Academy has been evolving for the last couple years,” Gatti told collingwoodfc.com.au.
“It’s looking to provide a program to players that complement what’s already being undertaken by VFL clubs in terms of player development.”
The lasting memory of Williams’ 2014 season for most is his spectacular mark against Bendigo in the final game of the home and away season.
VIDEO: Williams' Mark of the Year.
While the brilliant leap was highlighted by many as the mark of the VFL season, the Collingwood camp would be much more encouraged by Williams’ remarkable consistency in his debut year.
After crossing from De La Salle in the VAFA, the 21-year-old played 17 games, averaging 14 disposals a game and ranking fourth at the club for inside 50 entries.
After beginning the season as the side’s designated ‘23rd man’, Williams quickly found time in the midfield and on the wing and established himself with his strong run and carry.
While he no doubt exceeded expectations, VFL coach Dale Tapping predicted at the beginning of the year that the rookie would impress, telling collingwoodfc.com.au that Williams “is extremely fit, a really good user of the ball (and) makes really good decisions with the ball.”
Fast-forward one year and the sky is the limit for the young wingman. |
http://www.collingwoodfc.com.au/news/2015-03-13/youngster-rewarded-by-vfl-academy
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Dave The Man 
Joined: 01 Apr 2005
Location: Someville, Victoria, Australia
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Good On Jake
Sounds like IF he has another good year he might be a Rookie Draft Chance
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jackcass 
Joined: 01 Mar 2005
Location: Bendigo
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| I thought he was in the squad in 2014 as well |
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