His report card rating from the fans increased from 4.3/10 to 5.3/10 in 2008 after he played an extra four games. Next season will be a big one for the 22-year-old (he turns 23 on the 28th of September) who has now played 64 games for the club.
2008
Games - 15
Goals - 3
Kicks - 145
Marks - 48
Handballs - 122
2008 Fan’s ranking 5.31/10
2007
Games - 11
Goals - 3
Kicks - 70
Marks - 29
Handballs - 69
2007 Fan’s ranking 4.31/10
2006
Games - 17
Goals - 9
Kicks - 124
Marks - 40
Handballs - 100
2006 Fan’s ranking 5.65/10
Although Ricky improved a little this year but is lacking in endurance. Requires to put in a solid preseason and to be ready for the very first game in 2009. (Michael Mirra).
Was a steady improver throughout the season after a very slow start. Will need to pick up his intensity and consistency throughout 4 quarters to work into our best 22 (Ben White).
Ricky has got a lot of pace and can really shine when needed. He has had a few standout games and can really change a game (Connor Hagliassis).
Hoped for more from Ricky this year. With younger players firing he needed to step up with them, but really he took a step down from previous form (Emily Paton).
His a fringe player that only should get a game if we have a lot of injuries. He has a good kick and good speed however he is not a damaging player for us (Andrew Cichello)
Ricky showed improvement this season but still has a long way to go if he is to become an established player (Brett Carmichael).