Fremantle’s players were put through one of the longest training sessions of the pre-season on Monday morning as the team inches closer to the first NAB Challenge game.
 
With temperatures hovering in the mid 30s, the group continued to shift the focus to game play.
 
Forward Matt Taberner said it was a tough session, but a very positive one.
 
“We’re getting into the more game-specific stuff,” he said.
 
The 21-year-old said he has been very pleased with his own pre-season so far.
 
“I’m feeling good, I’ve only missed the one session this pre-season,” Taberner said.
 
“I’ve managed to put on a couple of kilograms, but I’ve still maintained my running, which is good.”
 
Fellow key forward prospect Michael Apeness took some big grabs during Monday’s session.
 
Taberner said his teammate was impressive.
 
“He’s into his second year now and he’s playing that strong key forward position,” he said.
 
“He managed to take a lot of clunks out there, which is good to see.
 
“He’s ready for a good year, I think.”