Matthew McDonough’s natural football ability has impressed Richmond development coach Mark ‘Choco’ Williams.
In his first year at Tigerland, McDonough, selected by Richmond at pick 42 overall in the 2012 AFL National Draft, has shownclear signs that he can develop into a valuable contributor to the Tigers’ outfit, with his excellent foot skills, ability to read theplay and sound decision-making.
“Matt is probably the most natural footballer we have at the Club,” Williams said in the latest installment of “Choco Cub Watch” on richmondfc.com.au.
“He understands the game . . . he knows where the ball is going to land. He’s not the fastest, not the strongest, not the tallest, but his innate ability to read the ball is key.
“He has some great attributes that make him a really dangerous player.”
McDonough has played a variety of roles so far this season with Richmond’s VFL affiliate, Coburg.
He’s had a stint in defence, to give him theexperience of reading the play behind theball, gone to the midfield and, more recently,returned to the forward line, where he played the majority of his football career as a junior in South Australia.
Williams explains that McDonough’s flexibility to be a “swing-man” and play a combination of roles for the team, will be a great attribute for both him, and the team.
Click on the player above to watch Williams discuss McDonough’s development in Choco Cub Watch.
