With the power of GVL Data, Welsh’s numbers this season also catch the eye, and it’s clear to see the massive impact the Saints midfield weapon has had through the guts this year.
Welsh is fourth in the league for total disposals this season with 316 across his 11 games, going at 83 per cent efficiency by hand.
The Saints midfielder registers on average just shy of 30 disposals a game, averaging 12.9 contested possessions and 16.8 uncontested possessions in each of his outings.
Looking back
Chris Welsh vs Tatura, round two
Disposals: 30
Contested possessions: 12
Uncontested possessions: 19
Groundball gets: 10
Inside 50’s: 9
His round nine performance in a narrow defeat to Shepparton United was a standout, notching 36 touches, 17 contested possessions and nine tackles, dragging his side agonisingly close to their first win.
Welsh also managed a game-high 35 disposals against Shepparton Swans, helping his side to their first win of the campaign on that occasion.
When you look at Benalla’s numbers, it’s clear to see that when Welsh hits his stride, those around him lift.
Midfield partner Will Martiniello chalked up 34 touches in the win over Swans, James Martiniello and Wade King close behind with 26 apiece.
Despite picking up just two wins this year, Benalla often lead the clearance battle thanks to their midfield guns, Welsh leading the way alongside Martiniello with a total of 75 clearances this year, the fourth highest in the league.
At a glance
Chris Welsh in 2022
Disposals: 28.7
Contested possessions: 12.9
Uncontested possessions: 16.8
Groundball gets: 10.5
Clearances: 6.8
Inside 50s: 6.3
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