VIC COUNTRY youngster Jack Ziebell says moving to Melbourne to further his football and schooling has helped his progress enormously.

Ziebell, who is an outstanding draft prospect, spoke of how attending Caulfield Grammar, the school of Chris Judd, Brendon Goddard and Andrew McQualter had been an important part in the development.

"I started last year. I was 15 at the time, but it was probably the best thing I've done, so far. My school has gone through the roof, which is good," Ziebell said.

"Andrew McQualter has come down to our school footy. He's helped us out every now and then, which is good. Last year, Brendon Goddard came down and took a training session, so they're good role models for the boys."

Ziebell, who hails from Wodonga Bulldogs/Murray Bushrangers, said he was the youngest player to play a senior match for his local club.

"I played my first senior game when I was 15. I was the youngest player to play at my club, so it was a big honour to do that," the versatile youngster said.