With his position in Essendon's starting 22 potentially up for grabs, Tom Bellchambers has pushed for a two-ruck system at the Dons.
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Speaking on ABC Grandstand earlier this week, the 30-year-old promoted the possibility of working alongside fellow Tasmanian big man Andrew Phillips as season 2020 rolls on next week.
"I'd like to think that there's probably going to be times when we can play in the same side," he said.
Personally, over my career I've really enjoyed playing with another ruckman, whether that be Hilly [David Hille] early days or Paddy Ryder, I feel like I've played some of my better footy when I've had two ruckmen in the team.
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"From my point of view, it's been a great battle over the pre-season and to have someone like Andrew Phillips come in, it pushes you and I probably haven't had that help over the last few years, so I'm really enjoying having him there and battling it out at training with him."
Bellchambers worked solo in Essendon's round one win over Fremantle, collecting 29 hitouts in a seven-disposal effort before COVID-19 suspended the season.
The former North Launceston and Launceston tall will face Sydney on June 14 when the season resumes.
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