Following almost three seasons on the rookie list, Oliver Hanrahan's continued development culminated in a senior debut. A talented cricketer during his youth, he maintained his role in the side and added scoreboard threat, including two goals and 16 touches against the Magpies in round 16. An elongated apprenticeship at Box Hill will have Hanrahan desperate to become a permanent fixture for the AFL side. Early statistical signs suggest the speedster will produce average small forward figures, not enough to turn heads in the fantasy world.
We'll all be picked, said Hanrahan
Following almost three seasons on the rookie list, Oliver Hanrahan's continued development culminated in a senior debut. A talented cricketer during his youth, he maintained his role in the side and added scoreboard threat, including two goals and 16 touches against the Magpies in round 16. An elongated apprenticeship at Box Hill will have Hanrahan desperate to become a permanent fixture for the AFL side. Early statistical signs suggest the speedster will produce average small forward figures, not enough to turn heads in the fantasy world.
Oliver 'nother year
In his second season on the Hawks rookie list, Oliver Hanrahan struggled to improve on his debut season as a regular for Box Hill. The half forward dropped his disposal, contested possession and score assist output, though he increased his tackle count. The young Hawk has had a restricted preseason and will take some time to get going this season. Having signed a contract extension at the back end of the 2018 season, Hanrahan should be focused on making his debut. Look elsewhere in fantasy drafts.
Aha moment for Hanrahan
Coming from a cricket background, 2017 was always going to be a development year for Oliver Hanrahan. He missed much of his first listed season with soft tissue injuries related to his lack of conditioning, before building form late at VFL level. Noted for his ability with ball in hand, Oliver was often efficient moving the ball inside the arc. Hanrahan plays through the midfield and up forward but will need to spend significant time in the gym to add to his light frame. Expect another season spent at reserves grade as his body adapts to the rigours of football, with a debut later on in the year when the club's finals hopes seem set to fade.
