STRENGTHS
Everything Scharenberg does comes with a level of class. He is an excellent kick (disposal efficiency of 75 per cent at state and local level this year), and loves to run out of defence, break a tackle and be creative with the ball. He's also prolific, and averaged 22 disposals throughout the championships while also shutting down an opposition forward. In the air Scharenberg is pretty good, and he's also quick, of mind and foot. He makes fast decisions, and has a bit of breakaway pace which means he's rarely caught with the ball. The versatility is a major factor, and he can be swung forward on occasions, which he did when he was playing with the AIS-AFL Academy side. He has a strong frame and his senior experience at Glenelg will be highly valued.
WEAKNESSES
Despite being the perfect size and quality to play in that midfield role, Scharenberg just hasn't done it much. So even though most think he can play there, not many have seen it on a consistent basis. Throughout the championships he only laid five tackles from his five appearances, so he could do a bit more of that. To be fair, it's hard to tackle when you're the one with the ball so much, as was the case.
DRAFT RANGE
A pick somewhere between three and 10 seems most likely for Scharenberg, who is a hard one to read.
BOTTOM LINE
Scharenberg is a player ready to go next year at AFL level. His height makes him an interesting prospect, because he is a little bit of an in-between size. Wherever he settles down, he will do it comfortably and every club will want the ball in his hands.