Weight: 85kg
DOB: 25/01/91
Recruited from: Rostrevor College
Bio: Possesses good hands and is strong on the lead. Kicked 14 goals at the NAB AFL U18 Championships for South Australia, earning All-Australian honours. Noted for his accuracy in front of goal.
Matt Burgan's draft rating: 15-rookie
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What type of player are you?
I am a forward who likes to lead up to the ball. Take contested marks and bring other teammates into the game.
Which AFL player do you feel you resemble, and why?
Matthew Lloyd because we both have similar assets which include a good mark on the lead and accurate goal kicking.
What are your strengths as a footballer?
Marking on the lead, accurate kicking for goal, good groundball skills.
What parts of your game would you like to improve?
Tackling, work rate, defensive pressure, second and third efforts.
Which AFL team do you support and how did you come to barrack for them?
Essendon. I have been barracking for them since I was in year one in 1997. I liked the way Matthew Lloyd played.
Who has been the biggest influence on your career so far, and why?
My family have been a big influence on my career because they have always supported me through good and bad times. Nathan Bassett has taught me a lot about positioning, work rate and what strategies I can use to beat my opponent.
