Lawson Humphries’ preseason match performance leaves room for improvement

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Lawson Humphries’ preseason match performance leaves room for improvement

Geelong defender and former Wickham Wolf Lawson Humphries put in a workmanlike effort in the Cats’ 21-point pre-season loss to Essendon at GMHBA Stadium, showing flashes of promise but ultimately delivering a performance that left room for improvement.

Humphries gathered 12 disposals (nine kicks, three handballs) and took two marks, spending the majority of his time in defence.

While his disposal count was modest, his ball use was generally clean, and he showed his usual willingness to take the game on when given space.

However, he struggled at times with Essendon’s forward pressure, conceding a free kick and managing just one behind.

With Essendon’s young stars shining, Humphries was part of a Geelong backline that was tested frequently.

The Bombers’ number one draft pick Isaac Kako proved a handful with four goals, while Nate Caddy and Elijah Tsatas provided speed and creativity inside 50.

The Cats’ defence, including Humphries, found it difficult to contain their movement, particularly in transition.

Statistically, Humphries’ Super Coach score of 51 reflected his limited impact on the contest.

While he provided some rebound off half-back, he wasn’t as influential as Geelong would have hoped, particularly when the game was up for grabs in the second and third quarters.

The 21-year-old remains a developing talent for the Cats, and this match served as an important learning experience heading into the regular season.

Humphries will be keen to build on his work defensively, sharpen his positioning, and increase his ability to impact the game offensively in the coming weeks.

With the home-and-away season fast approaching, Humphries will need to lift his intensity to play consistently in Geelong’s best 22.

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