Round 1 SuperCoach studs and duds

Matthew Warnock (left) made life tough for Jack Riewoldt during the Suns win over Richmond on Saturday night. Picture: Darren England Source: News Corp Australia

THE Nissan SuperCoach season is underway. So who has got their years off to a rollicking start and who, shall we say, stunk it up in their opening match?

FREMANTLE 116 defeated COLLINGWOOD 46

Fremantle studs: The big guns fired for Freo. Michael Barlow led the way with 132 points, bargain ruckman Aaron Sandilands imposed himself and collected 127 points while Danyle Pearce and Nat Fyfe — the latter subbed off at three-quarter time — each nabbed a whopping 122.

Fremantle duds: Not many 'bad' players for Ross Lyon's men who strolled to a 70-point win. Lachie Neale only came on at the last change (once the damage had been done) so only racked up 14. Of the bigger names, Chris Mayne was perhaps the least prolific with 55 SuperCoach points.

Collingwood studs: Many Super Coaches were tossing up between Dayne Beams (136) and Scott Pendlebury (127). Not a bad idea to have both based on Friday night's form. Meanwhile, draftee Tom Langdon (111) could be a steal in defence.

Collingwood duds: He's promised more accuracy in front of the sticks this year, but right now Travis Cloke just needs to get more of the pill. The forward only collected 35 points although it was a tough night as the Freo backline dominated. The returning Alan Toovey only scored 30.

Both Michael Barlow and Dayne Beams (right) starred on Friday night. Picture: Wayne Ludbey Source: News Corp Australia

GWS 99 defeated SYDNEY SWANS 67

GWS studs: Adam Treloar was a standout for the Giants in the club's most memorable win, scoring a whopping 154 points. Former Swan Shane Mumford (132) monstered his old side, while co-captain Callan Ward (131) was another to inspire.

GWS duds: Co-captain Phil Davis was more concerned minding Buddy than winning any footy and managed just 32 points. Midfielder Dylan Shiel came on for the injured Rhys Palmer and managed 41 while Devon Smith also notch 44.

Sydney Swans studs: Not one Swans player brought up three figures as John Longmire's side failed to get their hands on the ball late in the game. Bargain buy Jeremy Laidler equal top-scored for the Swans — along with nuggety midfielder Luke Parker — with 95 points. Tom Mitchell was okay with 93.

Sydney Swans duds: Lewis Roberts-Thomson had little impact across three quarters, being subbed out at the final change with just 10 points. Sam Reid (34) couldn't get into the game, while Gary Rohan (47) and Buddy Franklin (54) struggled to have an impact.

Adam Treloar dominated against Sydney in his side's massive upset. Source: Supplied

GOLD COAST 87 defeated RICHMOND 69

Gold Coast studs: Gary Ablett stole headlines with 41 touches and two goals but it was Dion Prestia who headlined SuperCoach. The young midfield dynamo topped scoring with 144 points, edging out his skipper on 140. The hard-running David Swallow, who is a defender/midfielder in 2014, notched 135 points.

Gold Coast duds: Bad news for many SuperCoaches with highly-touted Jack Martin adding just 9 points before being subbed out with injury. Charlie Dixon was also concussed and scored just 22, while debutant Sean Lemmens scored 37.

Richmond studs: The Tigers' big guns were prominent but their side still couldn't get the four points. Brett Deledio (136), Trent Cotchin (118) and Dustin Martin (102) all impressed while cheap buys Matt Thomas (121) and ruckman Shaun Hampson (107) were also good.

Richmond duds: Jack Riewoldt didn't have a great night at Metricon Stadium, managing just 36 SuperCoach points. Tigers defender Steven Morris (43) also failed to provide much drive from the back half.

Dion Prestia's reputation continues to grow. Picture: Getty Images Source: Getty Images

PORT ADELAIDE 120 defeated CARLTON 87

Port Adelaide studs: Ollie Wines was great value as a first-year player last year, and he might be even better this year judging from his 145-point Round 1 performance. Justin Westhoff had 100 before half-time and finished with 119 while Jared Polec's big last quarter pleased plenty of SuperCoaches.

Port Adelaide duds: Tom Clurey was a cheap option down back and while Ken Hinkley praised his performance, those who punted on him would have hoped for more than 36 points. Jasper Pittard got a bit of pre-season hype but managed just 52.

Carlton studs: Marc Murphy might be ready to move back to the elite midfield bracket after pumping out a 122 in Round 1 while David Ellard (120) could be one of the steals of the season at just $220,100.

Carlton duds: Dale Thomas kicked Carlton's first goal but faded late to score 62 points. At least he wasn't too expensive, unlike Andrew Walker who scored just two more points and is on report for throwing Angus Monfries into the fence. Too early for a trade?

Ollie Wines fires off a handball against Carlton. Source: Getty Images

GEELONG 119 defeated ADELAIDE 81

Geelong studs: He may have only played a half in the lead-up to the Crows clash but that didn't bother Joel Selwood, who tackled, gathered and contested (20) his way to 157 SuperCoach points. The mercurial Steve Johnson (116) racked up plenty of the footy while milestone man Jimmy Bartel (115) had a big say on the game with four goals. All players are pricey!

Geelong duds: Was Tom Hawkins worth it for those who took the punt? The jury is out after the season opener. 'Tomahawk' booted one but lumbered about at times and could only manage 35 points. Of the other bunch, Travis Varcoe flashed in and out of the game and returned 63 points.

Adelaide studs: Despite the cats' impressive big-man combination, the Crows' Sam Jacobs was a solid contributor with 113 SuperCoach points and looks like he may be back to his 2012 form. The emerging Matthew Jaensch (107) was neat while Patrick Dangerfield (107) was kept relatively subdued by his lofty standards yet still managed a handy total.

Adelaide duds: James Podsiadly (41) failed to trouble the goalscorers sheet in his first trip back to the Cattery. After a good summer Jason Porplyzia also struggled to have a big impact (40).

Geelong skipper Joel Selwood showed no effects of a pre-season hamstring injury. Picture: Colleen Petch Source: News Corp Australia

ESSENDON 99 defeated NORTH MELBOURNE 60

Essendon studs: All the Bombers' big names fired. Skipper Jobe Watson led the way with a whopping 157 points, former Saint Brendon Goddard (139) was instrumental while Paul Chapman (124) looks like he'll be a more than handy addition to Mark Thompson's line-up.

Essendon duds: It was hard to find any Bombers that struggled. Youngster Patrick Ambrose (45) is just finding his way while fellow debutant Zach Merrett (29) came off the bench as the sub later in the game.

North Melbourne studs: Lindsay Thomas was the only man who looked likely for the Kangas in attack. He finished with four goals and 101 SuperCoach points. Recruit Nick Dal Santo (96) started well but battled more as the game wore on. He had plenty of teammates.

North Melbourne duds: It was a night Drew Petrie would rather forget. The key forward couldn't get his hands on it inside 50, then went into the ruck to help the battle-sore Todd Goldstein. He could only manage 20 points. Sam Wright (27) was equally ineffective.

Essendon champ Jobe Watson dominated against the Kangas. Picture: Wayne Ludbey Source: News Corp Australia

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