Hale Ready To Step Up
BY FRANK IENCO
NORTH Melbourne’s David Hale says his side will need to make up for the loss of ruckman Hamish McIntosh and he is ready to lead the charge when the Kangaroos face Hawthorn this Saturday.
McIntosh is expected to be out for up to ten weeks, Hale says he expects to be given the first chance to fill his important shoes.
“The role of the No. 1 ruckman is there now and I’m guessing I’ll be first off the rack,” Hale said today.
“Drew (Petrie) and I did it for three quarters on the weekend so I’m assuming that will be the same role we’ll have this week,” he said.
“H (McIntosh) will make a big hole in the side so one of us will have to step up.”
While North considered massive outsiders for the match, Hale says their recent two meetings - including last year’s semi-final victory - indicates the ‘Roos have every chance of beating the Hawks.
“We’re looking forward to it and obviously coming off last week as well when we didn’t perform so well, we’re hoping to hit back,” Hale said.
FootyHeads, North Melbourne are paying a whopping $5.15 on Sportsbet to topple the Hawks on Saturday. How much of a chance do they have?
