drebin wrote:Grocke is too soft historically and had plenty of chances at North (he was on the Power rookie list remember) in both attack and defence and at time as 2nd ruck. He couldn't get a regular gig when we were struggling at times with injuries and pre 2004 form! He has no recovery or ground skills so he would never be able to play on a flank. Still he might suprise with a change of enviroment but I wouldn't be putting lot's of hard earned on that!
Actually he's played well everytime he's stepped out this season. I know the trial form can be a bit misleading but its better to have played well in them that poorly. And after watching him closely I havent seen any element of softness in his game, and his ground skills are OK for his size. So far I think he's been a great pickup for the club.