Name: James Worpel
Position: Midfielder
Club: Geelong Falcons/Vic Country
DOB: 24/01/1999
Height: 185cm
Weight: 86kg
Draft range: 25-50
Summary: Strong, elite contested ball player but his lack of flexibility and questionable decision making will be a concern for recruiters.
Strengths:
- Contested ball winning
- Strength
- AFL-ready body
Weaknesses:
- Tendency to blast away from contests
- Lack of flexibility
- Decision-making
Overview
James Worpel is an old school, contested bull. He is a big boy, standing at 185cm and already weighing 86kg.
He can win the ball cleanly, loves a tackle and has been given high marks for his leadership capabilities.
However, Worpel has a tendency to blast away from the contest, recording a disposal efficiency of just 44 percent in the TAC Cup, which will hardly impress recruiters.
While his inside work is elite, he lacks flexibility, particularly an outside game, which will further concern clubs.
Worpel has been likened to North Melbourne captain Jack Ziebell.
Highlights
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