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BOMBER FANS SAY WELLMAN IS THE MAN FOR THE JOB
It is a positive sign when a coach has a number of talented options for a key position. Essendon is in the fortunate position of having a number of quality players capable of slotting into centre half back - a position that is one of the most important on the ground. A number of players were rotated through centre half back last season but just who do you see as the Bombers' best option in 2002 - Aaron Henneman, Sean Wellman, Danny Jacobs or Dean Solomon. When you throw in the versatile Mark Bolton it is a tough call. But Essendon fans were adamant that Sean Wellman is the right man for the job.
It is a positive sign when a coach has a number of talented options for a key position. Essendon is in the fortunate position of having a number of quality players capable of slotting into centre half back - a position that is one of the most important on the ground. A number of players were rotated through centre half back last season but just who do you see as the Bombers' best option in 2002 - Aaron Henneman, Sean Wellman, Danny Jacobs or Dean Solomon. When you throw in the versatile Mark Bolton it is a tough call. But Essendon fans were adamant that Sean Wellman is the right man for the job.
In the weekly poll – Bomberland site users were asked for their vote – “Who is the Bombers’ best bet at centre half back? – Aaron Henneman, Mark Bolton, Sean Wellman, Danny Jacobs or Dean Solomon” Over 2000 people voted and Sean Wellman was the clear winner with over 50% of the votes. This week we want supporters to tell us if Matthew Lloyd can kick the ton three years running. The great John Coleman never achieved such a feet and only five other players in the history of the game have completed three consecutive seasons of 100 goals or more. Can Matthew LLoyd join this elite group?
Scott Howard already feels comfortable calling Windy Hill home. A local boy – Howard was born and bred in Essendon – he went to school at Essendon Grammar with Sam Hunt and fellow rookie Adam Winter. The former Western Bulldogs supporter believes the transition from U/18 footy to AFL level has been easier knowing these guys. “I played at the Calder Cannons with Andrew Welsh, Adam Winter and in 2000 with Jordan Bannister and watched Sam Hunt play in the VFL all last season. It was good coming in and knowing a few people – I got along with everyone straight away. Every single one of the guys at the club are good value and make you feel welcome,” Howard said.