Carlton tasted finals success in Season 2013, with a thrilling win over Richmond at the MCG.
But the Blues’ season came to an end, against Sydney in the Semi-Finals at ANZ Stadium.
With the team now on a break, we’re taking a look back at each player’s year in statistics, next is Carlton’s No.15, Jeremy Laidler.
Jeremy Laidler (#15)
GAMES
Season 2013: 1
Career: 26
VFL 2013: 13
GOALS
Season 2013: 0
Career: 2
VFL 2013: 12
KEY AFL STATISTICS (averages in brackets):
Disposals: 4 (4) Marks: 1 (1) Tackles: 5 (5)
OVERVIEW
After enduring a torrid season marred by injury in 2012, Jeremy Laidler would have been hoping for far better luck in 2013. Unfortunately this would not be the case for the 24-year old, who played in just the one senior game in Round 2 against Collingwood.
An extremely reliable defender when fully fit, Laidler departed Visy Park at the end of the 2013 season in the hope of finding more consistent opportunities elsewhere.
IN THE NEWS
Laidler ready to bounce back
HE SAID IT
Thanks so much to all the Carlton people who supported me and sent their kind words. Can't wait to see what the future holds.
— Jeremy Laidler (@Laids_15) September 18, 2013
THEY SAID IT
“Each of these eight boys (including Laidler) have all made a valuable contribution to the Carlton Football Club and we thank them for that.”
“In Jeremy’s meeting he expressed he would like to look for an opportunity at another Club and we respect and support his decision to do so.” – Carlton’s GM Football Operations Andrew McKay commenting on Carlton’s list changes for 2014
SEASON HIGHLIGHT
While his opportunities in the senior side were limited, Laidler was a more than solid contributor for the Northern Blues in the VFL. He was especially prominent in the side’s win over eventual premiers Box Hill in Round 14, in a performance that saw him consistently pick off the Hawks’ forward 50 entries while also providing strong rebound from defence.
