Expect more surprises from Cats, Hawks
26/07/2008 1:10 PM
because Campbell can hurt many opposition when that occurs," Clarkson said.
"So that meant Tom wasn't able to probably drop off as much as he usually does. He's the No.1 player in the competition for taking marks off the opposition boot going inside 50."
"He's a very, very good player in that regard reading the play. I'm sure Campbell playing that role made him a little bit more wary."
Clarkson said Brown showed he could play at both ends of the ground, which was important as it gave the side extra flexibility. For that measure, Hodge too played in defence, which is where he started his league career.
"He did some terrific work for us up that part of the ground today. That's not to be certain that he'll play there again next week," Clarkson said.
Clarkson was talking about Brown in those grabs. But it could also apply to any other ace he has hidden in the pack.