Martin struggled for consistency in his first season coming off a full-knee reconstruction, making only five appearances in 2011. The attacking 23-year-old’s best performance came against cross town rivals Port Adelaide in round four, where he picked up 23 disposals, five marks and three tackles. He regained form at Sturt late in the year and has the capacity to play either on a wing, or as a creative half-back flanker.
David Noble: “I'm not sure sometimes how the first year back from a knee reconstruction impacts some players. We were a little concerned halfway through the year with how Brodie was tracking, but he said he was fine. He just didn't reach the heights we thought he might of. What we didn't see was that run, delivery and him backing himself in off certain plays. It improved towards the end of the year and he really started to hit his straps in the last three or four games. He's got to set his sights set on a position and go after it. He's got to get really hungry and make a decision on the type of player he wants to be at AFL level because he's very capable.”
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