A former rookie, Heath Hocking had a break-out year in 2009 playing 19 of his 23 total career games and impressing against some of the best players in the AFL.
He showed he can play back and midfield and has the size and strength to hold his ground. The fans loved what they saw giving the 186cm Victorian a 6.3/10, up from 4.17/10 in 2008.
Supporters believe he is one of the youngsters best placed to hold down a midfield spot in 2010.
2009
Games - 19
Goals - 9
Kicks - 145
Marks - 80
Handballs – 199
2009 Fans' ranking - 6.33/10
2008
Games - 3
Goals - 0
Kicks - 20
Marks - 10
Handballs - 22
2008 Fans' ranking - 4.17/10
Bachar Houli looked set to have a huge 2009 in what was his third season but he played just seven games and finished the season with a broken leg.
The fans, and coaching department, questioned his decision-making but love his running and athleticism. He recieved a 4.96/10 report card for 2009, down from 6/10 in 2008 when he played 10 games.
The 21-year-old has had an injury free pre-season and is set to make an impact in 2010.
2009
Games - 7
Goals - 0
Kicks - 67
Marks - 33
Handballs – 90
2009 Fans' ranking - 4.96/10
2008
Games - 10
Goals - 4
Kicks - 82
Marks - 35
Handballs - 108
2008 Fans' ranking - 6.04/10
2007
Games - 4
Goals - 3
Kicks - 20
Marks - 17
Handballs - 24
2007 Fans' ranking - 6.25/10
Second year player Tom Bellchambers took his career games tally to nine in 2009 and, despite at times struggling to adapt to the AFL level, had moments where fans could see the potential.
The young and raw ruckman got opportunities with David Hille and Jason Laycock injured and the fans responded with a 4.31/10 rating.
The continued development of the giant Tasmanian will ensure there is plenty of competition for ruckman spots in 2010.
2009
Games - 6
Goals - 1
Kicks - 11
Marks - 15
Handballs – 25
2009 Fans' ranking - 4.31/10
