Will HOSKIN-ELLIOTT

2017 Digest:   Lively debut included two nifty goals. Gives the Pies flexibility and X factor – and a touch more class.

2017 NAB Cup:  

2017 Season

1	WB	Had his moments, including a nice late goal; 20 touches off a win a satisfactory debut in black and white.	6
2	Rich	Showed a touch of class and three goals from half forward kept the Pies in it.	6
3	Syd	Excellent start and kicked a monster goal in the final term that proved to be the difference. Took 10 marks.	7
4	StK	Classical wingman (sorry, “outside mid”) contributed another two goals (seven for year) and six inside 50s.	6
5	Ess	Unsighted in first term but some decisive goal involvements in second. A fair weather player.	3
6	Geel	Relished space afforded to him by Cats in first half (12 disposals) and backed up with another 14 after main break. One goal.	8
7	Carl	Wingman did most of his work helping the backline. One-touch play good but lack of awareness/urgency twice cost goals.	4
8	GWS	Active early against former club running a wing, but less impact when the game closed up.	4
9	Haw	Fifteen kicks and six tackles a decent night out on the MCG wing.	5
10	Bris	Conditions probably didn’t suit his outside style and as a result only flitted in and out of the game. Very minor role.	4
11	Frem	Kicked two goals and one was an absolute ripper. His run was important.	6
12	Melb	Former Giant started well but faded out of the game. Managed five possessions after half-time when Dees got on top.	4
13		Bye.
14	Port	Deployed across half back for the entirety of the contest and ended day with x possessions. Tried hard for his team.	6
15	Haw	Quiet early and while lifted he was rarely able to influence the flow of the game; four inside-50s.	5
16	Ess	Couldn’t hit a handball. For a player who was top three pick he lacks real precision and creativity; 22 disposals.	4
17	GCS	Roamed around on the wing for majority of the evening and did some neat things.	6
18	WCE	Really coming into his own. Solid contributor all day.	7
19	Adel	Hit the scoreboard when the Pies were flying drifted out of the game in the second half.	5
20	NM	Steady contributor across the evening. Not his most proficient outing but played his role on the wings.	5
21	Port	Copped a heavy knock in the second term, played well in the second half including a great goal from a tight angle in the third term.	6
22	Geel	Half-forward wingman started with a bang but ended with a puff of smoke. Nine effective touches and two goals.	5
23	Melb	Floated in and out, but took some nice marks – 12 in total. Late goal killed off the game.	7

2016 Season

Played for : GWS Giants

1		Played in NEAFL trial against Sydney.
2	Geel	Took mark of the year contender on Henderson. Four inside-50s, one goal to boot.	5
3	Syd	Found it difficult getting into the game – just three kicks.	2
4		Quad.
5		Quad.
6	NEAFL	Injured quad early and played no further part.	–
7		Quad.
8		Quad.
9		Quad.
10	NEAFL	In and out of the game in restricted minutes after injury layoff.	–
11	NEAFL	One of the better performers for the Giants in loss to Thunder.	–
12		Didn’t play for UWS Giants.
13		Hamstring.
14		Hamstring.
15		Hamstring.
16	NEAFL	Burst in and out for two goals from 10 touches.	–
17		Didn’t play for UWS Giants.
18	NEAFL	Huge influence up forward and in the midfield. Eight clearances, seven inside-50s.	–
19	NEAFL	Bye.	–
20	NEAFL	Impressive display in midfield and forward half. Eight marks, five inside-50s.	–
21		Didn’t play for UWS Giants.
22	NEAFL	Ran hard both ways in midfield and was a threat on the outside.	–
23	NEAFL	Bye.	–
QF	NEAFL	Did very well with nine inside-50s and nine tackles in Grand Final win.	–
PF		–

2015 Season

Played for : GWS Giants

1		Shoulder.
2		Shoulder.
3	NEAFL	Starred with five goals in win over Swans.	–
4	NEAFL	Electric again forward of centre. 23 disp, four goals.	–
5	WCE	The sub. Had three touches.	2
6	Haw	Subbed out at three-quarter time after managing only seven disposals.	2
7	Carl	Lively at half forward. Adds another dimension to GWS attack.	5
8	Adel	Unable to have a great impact opposed to Kelly.	3
9	WB	No great impact on game.	3
10	Bris	Sub. Quiet game after signing contract extension.	2
11	Coll	Wayward in front of goal (0.4), which proved very costly.	4
12	NEAFL	2.3 from 23 touches in a welcome return to form.	–
13	NEAFL	Bye.	–
14	NEAFL	Lively at half forward and on wing. 22 possessions and a goal.	–
15	NEAFL	Played with energy and ended with 20 touches, one goal.	–
16	NEAFL	Seven inside 50s to continually feed Giants forwards.	–
17		Senior emergency.
18	Frem	Kicked one goal. Applied good forward pressure.	5
19	Ess	No impact early but was good after half time at half forward.	5
20	Port	Quiet game from the speedy wingman.	4
21	Syd	Couldn’t get into the game across half forward.	3
22		Knee.
23		Knee.

2014 Season

Played for : GWS Giants

1	PM	Kicked two goals and was lively throughout.	–
2	NEAFL	Was one of the Giants best in the midfield.	–
3	Melb	Sub came on and got into it.	1
4	WB	Subbed out early with a quad injury.	1
5	Adel	Great dash but needed more composure with decision making.	5
6	GCS	Two opportunistic goals and was lively.	6
7	Port	Growing in confidence, nine inside 50s and eight marks in a strong game.	7
8	WCE	Kicked two nice goals but needs to get more of the ball to be a big factor.	5
10	Rich	One of the few Giants to be able to hold their head up. Took the game on.	6
11	Haw	Two screamers and two goals. Has a real touch of class about him.	6
12	Ess	Led well early on Dempsey.	4
13	Bris	Not a big factor.	3
14	Carl	He was a little down on his strong recent form.	5
15	Syd	In a rich recent vein of form, well held by the Swans' defenders.	4
16	Adel	Nice opening goal and again showed promise.	5
17	Frem	Subbed out after two effective disposals. He will bounce back.	1
18	Geel	Rebounded well from last week with a zippy effort. Could easily have kicked three	7
19	Rich	Took 13 marks and gave Grimes grief with his work overhead.	6
20	NM	Quiet day but did bob up on occasions.	3
21	Melb	Three goals, including a ripper snap effort that oozed class. Ended with 3.1.	7
22	Coll	Gave Goldsack headaches with his athleticism but missed a few shots.	6
23	WB	What a player! Five match-winning goals, super marks, speed to burn.	8
QF		–
SF		–
PF		–
GF		–

2013 Season

Played for : GWS Giants

1	Syd	Underrated type who was having and impact until injured leg in third term.	4
2	Port	Sub came on third term and showed some life.	4
3	StK	Showed his skills in a good battle with Roberton.	5
4	NEAFL	Floated in and out of the game. Just fair.	–
5		Didn’t play for UWS Giants.
6	NEAFL	Bye.	–
7	NEAFL	Gave some run but was a bit inconsistent.	–
8	NEAFL	Good early but then played in fits and spurts.	–
9	NEAFL	Kicked a goal but drifted in and out again.	–
10		Senior emergency.
11	NEAFL	Good in defence providing lots of rebound and inside 50 entries.	–
12	Port	In and out of the game. Very much a burst player at present.	4
14	NM	A four-bounce run and goal his highlight. Not huge but showed his speed. OK.	6
15	WB	Missed some crucial chances in front of goal.	4
16	Syd	No real impact across half forward and missed a few shots for goal.	2
17	Ess	Used as the sub, he responded well, picking up nine fourth-quarter touches.	4
18	Coll	Showed some run and dash before heavy collision showing great courage ended his day.	4
19	NEAFL	Concussion.	–
20		Concussion.
21		Concussion.
22		Hip.
23		Hip.
QF
SF
PF
GF

2012 Season

Played for : GWS Giants

1	Syd	Reads the play well and showed very polished skills.	4
2	NM	Showed some good signs in second half.	4
3	NEAFL	Spent majority of time on the wing, injured in third term.	–
5	NEAFL	Wingman who found plenty of the ball.	–
7	NEAFL	Found plenty of the footy enjoys the wide-open spaces.	–
8	Bris	Just five touches speaks volumes for a struggling display.	3
12	NEAFL	Gave plenty of run and carry throughout the day.	–
13	NEAFL	Worked hard all day to be the Giants best.	–
16	NEAFL	Eye-catching display that netted three goals.	–
17	Frem	Kicked a great goal from outside 50. Does special things.	5
18	Coll	Worked tirelessly and had the best game of his young career.	6
19	Port	Introduced in the fourth term, he kicked a goal and played his role.	3
20	GCS	Made the most of his opportunities and finished with five goals.	8
21	Melb	Kicked a goal, but was otherwise well down on his recent form.	3
22	StK	On Syposs early. Hurt ankle later on.	3
23	NM	Matched up with Matt Campbell, but came off second best.	3