Height: 193cm
Weight: 78kg
DOB: 29/11/90
Recruited from: Eaton Boomers/Peel (WA)
Bio: Athletic key forward whose excellent hands are a feature. Agility, awareness and clean hands are all strengths. Progressed from Colts to Seniors in impressive fashion this year. Solid performer at the Draft Camp with his repeat sprints (top 26 per cent) and vertical jump (top 10 per cent) important tools for his position.
Matt Burgan's draft rating: 10-25
| Stats (averages for WAFL - Colts) | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Games | K | H | D | M | G | H/O |
| 6 | 7 | 7 | 14 | 4 | 2 | 7 |
In his own words
What type of player are you?
I feel I am a versatile player as I can play in a number of different positions. I am a positive, team player.
Which AFL player do you feel you resemble, and why?
Paddy Ryder, as he is a versatile and athletic player.
What are your strengths as a footballer?
My marking, reading of the play, athleticism, hard work ethic and kicking on opposite foot (left).
What parts of your game would you like to improve?
My physical strength and fitness.
Which AFL team do you support and how did you come to barrack for them?
I support West Coast as all my family members do.
Who has been the biggest influence on your career so far, and why?
My dad. He has always encouraged me and been positive about my football. He has taught me most things I know about football from a young age.
