Naitanui, Ellis firm for round one

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http://www.afl.com.au/news/2014-03-11/naitanui-ellis-firm-for-round-one

WEST Coast ruckman Nic Naitanui will play four quarters in the Eagles intra-club match on Friday night and is expected to play round one against the Western Bulldogs, according to coach Adam Simpson.


The first-year coach refused to lock anyone in as a certain starter for round one. The clubs first round draft pick Dom Sheed has done his chances no harm with some very impressive performances in the pre-season.

Hes done everything right in our mind, Simpson said.

He seems to have fitted in well with AFL standard, albeit he has a lot to learn, so hes another one who is in the mix for sure.

However, Simpson did concede free agency recruit Xavier Ellis would likely play if he gets through Friday's hit-out.

I'm really happy with his pre-season," Simpson said.

His body is holding up well. He didn't play (last Thursday) but he'll be another one who touches the footy this weekend and he'll top his game time. But if he's fit he'll play.