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CibbuanoMorton wins nomination
August 19th 2008 02:35
MELBOURNE youngster Cale Morton has been rewarded for his consistent season with the round 20 NAB Rising Star nomination.
Morton was Melbourne's best in their win over West Coast at the MCG last Saturday with 30 possessions, 17 marks and one goal.
The 18-year-old, who made his debut in round one has averaged 18 disposals per game in his 17 appearances.
Morton was Melbourne's first selection and fourth overall in the 2007 national draft and joins teammates Austin Wonaeamirri and Colin Garland in line for the sought-after honour.
Melbourne coach Dean Bailey said Morton's has shown what he is capable of from the beginning of the season.
"Cale has been consistently good for us all year. He is a very hard worker and continues to develop all aspects of his game," he said.
Morton represented Western Australia in the 2007 NAB AFL Under 18 Championships and won the Larke Medal for best player.in the championships.
Morton was Melbourne's best in their win over West Coast at the MCG last Saturday with 30 possessions, 17 marks and one goal.
The 18-year-old, who made his debut in round one has averaged 18 disposals per game in his 17 appearances.
Morton was Melbourne's first selection and fourth overall in the 2007 national draft and joins teammates Austin Wonaeamirri and Colin Garland in line for the sought-after honour.
Melbourne coach Dean Bailey said Morton's has shown what he is capable of from the beginning of the season.
"Cale has been consistently good for us all year. He is a very hard worker and continues to develop all aspects of his game," he said.
Morton represented Western Australia in the 2007 NAB AFL Under 18 Championships and won the Larke Medal for best player.in the championships.
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