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NAB AFL Draft Combine

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2012 NAB AFL Draft Combine - national level

Jed Anderson
NT Thunder (NEAFL) 18 178 cm 75 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: "“Left footed small midfielder/defender who is exceptional overhead for his size and a relentless tackler. Was an All-Australian at NAB AFL Under-18 level in 2011 and this year won NT’s Most Valuable Player for his performances in the NAB AFL Under-18 Championships, averaging 16.2 possessions and six tackles per match.”

Adam Carter
South Fremantle (WAFL) 18 179 cm 70 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: "Small midfielder/defender who is extremely clean with his ball handling and ball use making good decisions and executing well. Averaged 16 disposals at an impressive 78 per cent for WA at NAB AFL Under 18 level. Brother to Mitch Carter at Carlton."

Sam Colquhoun
Central Districts (SANFL) 17 179 cm 72 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: "Small defender who is a brilliant reader of the play and rarely fumbles. Set up many rebounds for SA in the NAB AFL Under-18 Championships, averaging 28.4 disposals and six marks across the five matches. Won SA’s Most Valuable Player and rewarded with All-Australian honours.”

Chris Deluca
Subiaco (WAFL) 17 176 cm 87 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “Small forward/midfielder with a penetrating left foot and explosive turn of speed. Has the ability to win his own ball on the inside as well as being a dangerous finisher on the outside. A strongly built player with an appetite for the contest who reads the play very well. Currently playing senior football for Subiaco.”

Will Hams
Gippsland Power (TAC Cup) 18 180 cm 70 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “Small midfielder/defender that can also push forward if required. His relentless attack on the football and the opposition are a real feature of his game. Is very neat in his disposal either by hand or foot and possesses a never say die attitude. Averaged 11.5 disposals in four games for Vic Country at the NAB AFL Under-18 Championships.”

Nathan Hrovat
Northern Knights (TAC Cup) 18 174 cm 76 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “Dynamic small midfielder who is a prolific ball winner and great user of the footy. Averaged 25.2 disposals (10 contested) and 4.4 clearances in winning Vic Metro’s Most Valuable Player and All-Australian honours this year.”

Ben Kennedy
Glenelg (SANFL) 18 174 cm 76 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “Left-footed small forward/midfielder with explosive pace and rare agility. Prolific ball winner who excels at stoppages and is extremely dangerous around goals with set shots or snaps. In 2011 won All-Australian NAB AFL Under 18 Championship honours as a bottom-aged player and debuted at senior level. Backed it up this year with All-Australian honours, averaging 26.2 disposals.”

Harley Montgomery
Sturt (SANFL) 18 177 cm 70 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “Small defender who reads the play very well and is a smart decision maker. Uses his natural pace to close down opponents and set up the play. Impressive for SA in the NAB AFL Under-18 Championships and later debuted for Sturt at senior level.”

Jack Neade
North Ballarat Rebels / NT Thunder 18 170 cm 64 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “Pocket rocket midfielder/forward who attacks the ball aggressively and tackles strongly. Has terrific speed and endurance and is very creative in setting up the play. Had an outstanding NAB AFL Under-18 Championships averaging 18.4 disposals and 3.6 tackles in winning the Harrison Medal (Div 2 B&F) and All-Australian honours.”

Adam Saad
Calder Cannons (TAC Cup) 18 177 cm 73 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “Small defender with excellent disposal and penetration on his preferred left foot. Reads the play very well, is agile and a fantastic overhead mark. Sets up counter attacks from half back regularly and is averaging 16.1 disposals this season at TAC Cup level. In 2011 played for the World team in NAB AFL Under 16 Championships and won the Most Valuable Player award. ”

Nathan Stark
Glenelg (SANFL) 18 177 cm 70 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “Small midfielder who bodylines the ball and is aggressive in the contest winning plenty of one-on-one footy. Consistent performer for SA at NAB AFL Under 18 level averaging 18.8 disposals (6.8 contested) and 2.6 tackles.”

Jarrod Stokes
Darwin (NEAFL) 17 175 cm 63 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “Small midfielder/forward with brilliant leg speed and very clean hands. Is very composed under pressure and attacks the ball at pace. Averaged 12.2 possessions at the NAB AFL Under 18 Championships. Can be very dangerous when playing forward and has the ability to take opposition defenders on.”

Shannon Taylor
Claremont (WAFL) 18 177 cm 72 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “Composed small midfielder who can play an inside or outside role. Has excellent pace as shown when he was the fastest player over 20 metres (2.86 seconds) at last year’s NAB AFL Draft Combine at Etihad Stadium when considered for the mini draft. Represented WA again in the NAB AFL Under 18 Championships, averaging 14.5 disposals, four inside 50s and three tackles. Good user of the ball by hand and foot.”

Tom Temay
Sandringham Dragons (TAC Cup) 18 179 cm 74 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “Small defender/midfielder who is a great competitor and is rarely beaten in a one-on-one contest. Prolific ball winner for Vic Metro averaging 18.8 disposals at 77.3% efficiency in NAB AFL Under 18 Championships. Father Paul played 52 games for St Kilda.”

Jack Viney
Oakleigh Chargers (TAC Cup) 18 178 cm 80 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “Left-footed small inside midfielder who attacks the ball with ferocity and tackles strongly. Was prominent for SA at NAB AFL Under 16 level in 2010 before shifting back to Victoria and playing for Vic Metro in the NAB AFL Under 18 Championships in 2011. Signed father/son to Melbourne, where father Todd played. Played the last two NAB AFL Under 18 Championship matches for Vic Metro, this year averaging 17 disposals and four clearances.”


2011 NAB AFL Draft Combines - state level

MELBOURNE

Anthony Bonnadio
Club: Northern Knights - TAC Cup
Age: 18
Height: 174 cm
Weight: 73 kg

Andrew Galucci
Club: Calder Cannons - TAC Cup
Age: 19
Height: 176 cm
Weight: 65 kg

Sean Hetherington
Club: Calder Cannons - TAC Cup
Age: 17
Height: 185 cm
Weight: 72 kg

Brady Jones
Club: Clarence - Tas State League
Age: 18
Height: 177 cm
Weight: 75 kg

Sam Martyn
Club: Murray Bushrangers - TAC Cup
Age: 18
Height: 176 cm
Weight: 74 kg

Mark Walsh
Club: North Launceston - Tas State League
Age: 18
Height: 178cm
Weight: 74 kg

Harry O'Meara
Club: Bendigo Pioneers - TAC Cup
Age: 17
Height: 178 cm
Weight: 75 kg

Kenny Ong
Club: Sandringham Dragons - TAC Cup
Age: 18
Height: 178 cm
Weight: 72 kg

Nick Rippon
Club: North Ballarat Rebels - TAC Cup
Age: 18
Height: 176 cm
Weight: 79 kg

Anthony Tipungwuti
Club: Gippsland Power - TAC Cup
Age: 19
Height: 174 cm
Weight: 72 kg

Jordan Williams
Club: Eastern Ranges -TAC Cup
Age: 18
Height: 178 cm
Weight: 77 kg

ADELAIDE

Todd McKay
Club: South Adelaide - SANFL
Age: 17
Height: 177 cm
Weight: 74 kg

Ben Rioli
Club: St Marys - NT
Age: 18
Height: 179 cm
Weight: 62 kg

PERTH

Bayden Antonio
Club: West Perth - WAFL
Age: 17
Height: 176 cm
Weight: 64 kg

Dylan Clarke
Club: Subiaco - WAFL
Age: 20
Height: 175 cm
Weight: 60 kg

Shaquille McKenzie
Club: East Perth - WAFL
Age: 18
Height: 179 cm
Weight: 67 kg

Shane Nelson
Club: West Perth - WAFL
Age: 19
Height: 179 cm
Weight: 73 kg
 
Hope we requested Shane Nelson.

Want him on the rookie list.
 
2012 NAB AFL Draft National Combine - medium midfielders

Jacob Ballard
Northern Knights 18 186 cm 82 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “Medium midfielder with a big engine and super competitive. Can play as a rebounding defender who competes well one-on-one in marking contests and at ground level. Averaged 16.8 disposals for Vic Metro at 70.8% efficiency.”

Dominic Barry
North Ballarat Rebels 18 183 cm 78 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “Medium midfielder with accurate left foot and excellent natural pace and endurance. His run and carry and evasiveness were features of his performances for the NT, averaging 18.4 disposals across the at NAB AFL Under-18 Championships.”

Andrew Boston
Broadbeach 18 180 cm 75 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “Medium midfielder who excelled in the NAB AFL Under-18 Championships for QLD, averaging 18.2 disposals at 70% and winning All Australian honours. Clean hands and neat disposal skills are features of his game.”

Tim Broomhead
Port Adelaide 18 182 cm 73 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “Medium midfielder with excellent speed, vision and composure with the ball. Averaged 15.2 disposals at 77% efficiency during the NAB AFL Under-18 Championships playing an important role for SA in their midfield rotations.”

Matthew Crouch
North Ballarat Rebels 17 182 cm 72 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “Prolific ball winning medium midfielder who excels at the stoppages with his clean hands and clever reading of the play. Averaged 19.2 disposals at 76.6% efficiency in the NAB AFL Under-18 Championships this year. New member of AIS AFL Academy in 2012”

Luke Dunstan
Woodville West Torrens 17 184 cm 82 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “Left footed medium midfielder with damaging foot skills and rare ball winning ability in the contested situation. Bottom aged player who captained Australia with James Aish at Under-17 level vs New Zealand in 2012. Member of AIS-AFL Academy. ”

Nick Graham
Gippsland Power 18 182 cm 76 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “Medium midfielder who is a terrific competitor with great lateral movement and evasive ability. Strong overhead and very good by foot, he has been a prolific ball winner for Gippsland Power this year averaging 25 disposals .Can also play role up forward presenting as a target and applying good defensive pressure .”

Lachlan Hunter
Western Jets 17 181 cm 78 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “Medium midfielder with rare game sense, great agility and smartness around goals. Averaged 15.5 disposals in the NAB AFL Under-18 Championships and has a damaging left foot. Eligible father/son to Western Bulldogs where his father Mark played.”

Emmanual Irra
South Adelaide (SANFL) 18 179 cm 80 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “Small midfielder who is extremely quick and skilful on both sides. Born in Uganda and has already played senior football at South Adelaide. Played for the World Team in the 2010 NAB AFL Under-16 Championships before playing for SA in the 2011 NAB AFL Under-18 Championships and the 2012 NAB AFL Under-18 Championships. Has a huge appetite for the game and a big upside in terms of future development. From AIS-AFL Academy’s 15th intake. ”

Joshua Kelley
Sandringham Dragons 17 180 cm 69 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “Composed left footed medium midfielder with rare decision making ability and neat disposal. Father Phil played 62 games with North Melbourne after winning two Sandover Medals in the WAFL. Averaged 15.8 disposals and five marks. Bottom aged player and member of AIS-AFL Academy.”

Jesse Lonergan
Launceston 17 183 cm 86 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “Tough medium midfielder who attacks the ball aggressively and is clean with his ball handling and distribution. Has explosive power and is very competitive, always showing great intensity around the contest and strong second efforts. Nephew of Essendon midfielder Sam Lonergan. Overcame injury to play the final three matches in the NAB AFL Under-18 Championships, averaging 16.3 disposals and laying 5.3 tackles per game. Another AIS-AFL Academy graduate. ”

Jack Martin
Claremont (WAFL) 17 185 cm 64 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “Exciting and super athletic midfielder/forward with great natural leap and break away pace. Super overhead and prolific ball winner who tackles strongly. Bottom aged player who averaged 19.2 disposals and six marks earning him All Australian honours in the NAB AFL Under-18 Championships. Current member of AIS-AFL Academy. ”

Jonathon O'Rourke
Calder Cannons 18 183 cm 75 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “Medium midfielder who is a prolific ball winner and smart user of the ball. Runs all day and makes good decisions with the football in heavy traffic. Has good game sense and an excellent mix of speed and endurance. Classy type who averaged 18.5 disposals at 77% efficiency for Vic Metro and was rewarded with All Australian honours following the NAB AFL Under-18 Championships. Another AIS-AFL Academy graduate."

Jimmy Toumpas
Woodville West Torrens (SANFL) 18 183 cm 77 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “Energetic medium midfielder with outstanding work ethic and big aerobic capacity. Terrific ball winner and weights his kicks extremely well. Impressive for SA in 2011 NAB AFL Under-18 Championships and in the senior SANFL Grand Final, when he was among the best for 2011 Premiers, Woodville West Torrens. Won All Australian honours this year averaging 22.2 disposals. AIS-AFL Academy Graduate".

Dean Towers
North Ballarat Roosters 22 189 cm 83 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “Medium midfielder who was a member of the VFL State squad this year . Is a player who can break the lines with his speed and agility in traffic and is strong overhead . Mature aged player having a consistent year in VFL.”

Lachie Whitfield
Dandenong Stingrays 18 184 cm 74 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “Classy medium midfielder with rare awareness and decision-making ability complemented by skills either side with hands and feet. Is naturally gifted with speed and endurance and is strong overhead. All-Australian at NAB AFL Under-18 level in 2011 and winner of AFL Life Members Scholarship. Backed it up this year winning the Larke Medal and All-Australian honours averaging 23.2 disposals. Another player who has been through the AIS-AFL Academy.”

Oliver Wines
Bendigo Pioneers 17 185 cm 83 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “Strong medium midfielder with a distinct hard edge that wins him contested ball, including at the stoppages. Has elite endurance and can push forward and hit the scoreboard. Ferocious tackler who is a good overhead mark and prolific ball winner. Averaged 24.2 disposals for Vic Country in thr NAB AFL Under-18 Championships this year, winning All-Australian honours. AIS-AFL Academy Graduate.”


2012 NAB AFL State Draft Combines - medium midfielders

Melbourne:

Jaye Bowden
Club: Glenorchy
D.O.B: 16.1.1989

Height : 188cm
Weight: 77kg

Myke Cooke
Club: Sandringham Zebras
D.O.B: 09.10.1989

Height : 182cm
Weight: 80kg

Mitch Crawford
Club: Pennant Hills
D.O.B: 29.06.1994
Height : 184cm
Weight: 73kg

Ajdin Elkasovic
Club: Western Jets
D.O.B: 06.04.1994
Height: 181cm
Weight: 73kg

Tom Fields
Club: Labrador
D.O.B: 19.12.1992
Height: 189cm
Weight: 84kg

Harrison Gill
Club: Glenelg
D.O.B: 15.10.1993
Height : 186cm
Weight: 74kg

Blake Grewar
Club: Redland
D.O.B: 16.02.1993
Height: 182cm
Weight: 78kg

Tom Gribble
Club: Geelong Falcons
D.O.B: 17.10.1994

Height : 181cm
Weight : 70kg

Daniel Hachem
Club: Oakleigh Chargers
D.O.B: 21.08.1994

Height: 185cm
Weight: 82kg

Brandon Jack
Club: Pennant Hills
D.O.B: 25.05.1994
Height : 182cm
Weight: 75kg

Leigh Kitchin
Club: Frankston
D.O.B: 08.09.1990
Height: 186cm
Weight: 83kg

Jake Lloyd
Club: North Ballarat Rebels
D.O.B: 20.9.1993
Height: 180cm
Weight: 72kg

Tony Lockyer
Club: North Ballarat Rebels
D.O.B: 06.03.1993
Height: 185cm
Weight: 83kg

Kyle Martin
Club: Frankston
D.O.B: 17.09.1990

Height: 182cm
Weight: 81kg

Tim McGenniss
Club: Dandenong Stingrays
D.O.B: 18.01.1994
Height: 180cm
Weight: 76kg

Josh Newman
Club: Dandenong Stingrays
D.O.B: 22.12.1994

Height: 180cm
Weight: 74kg

Brad Plug
Club: Balmain
D.O.B: 03.01.1994
Height: 180cm
Weight: 73kg

Billy Rolfe
Club: Dandenong Stingrays
D.O.B: 16.01.1993
Height: 182cm
Weight: 77kg

Dylan Roos
Club: Uni of NSW-Eastern Suburbs
D.O.B: 05.07.1994
Height: 182cm
Weight: 75kg

Josh Saunders
Club: Geelong Falcons
D.O.B: 31.08.1994

Height: 182cm
Weight: 75kg

Jason Williams
Club: Port Melbourne
D.O.B: 18.08.1993

Height: 188cm
Weight: 78kg

Brandon Wood
Club: Eastern Ranges
D.O.B: 28.05.1993
Height : 185cm
Weight: 82kg

Adelaide

Oliver Johnson
Club: West Adelaide
D.O.B: 29.03.1994
Height: 180cm
Weight: 68kg

Jake Liston
Club: North Adelaide
D.O.B: 12.5.1994
Height: 177cm
Weight: 69kg

Patrick Wilson
Club: Sturt
D.O.B: 11.12.1994
Height: 185cm
Weight: 74kg

Perth

Dean Kent
Club: Perth
D.O.B: 24.02.1994
Height: 180cm
Weight: 81kg

Sam Lowrie
Club: South Fremantle
D.O.B: 22.07.1994
Height: 187cm
Weight: 80kg

Brendan Verrier
Club: South Fremantle
D.O.B: 09.08.1994

Height: 183cm
Weight: 68kg
 
Found it interesting that Frankston, the worst team in the VFL, have provided 4 players for the combine; Martin, Kitchin, Haretuku and (cant remember the last one!).
 
Jed Anderson is a talent. I suspect some clubs will work hard to get a crack him. I think GWS still has some claim on him
 
2012 NAB AFL Draft Combine - National Medium Defenders

Jason Ashby
Oakleigh Chargers 18 185 cm 77 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “Hard running defender who links up well providing terrific rebound for the Chargers. Smart decision maker with and without the ball, showing himself to be sound overhead and a quality defensive spoiler. Averaged 18.2 disposals in nine TAC matches this year at 70.7 percent efficiency. ”

Cameron Banfield
Sandringham Dragons 18 183 cm 74 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “Balanced and poised defender who uses the ball very well on either foot. Has excellent natural speed and tackles strongly. Averaging 17.6 disposals (40 percent contested) and three tackles in 12 TAC Cup matches this year.”

Mathew *smile*
Calder Cannons 18 187 cm 86 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “Extremely quick and team orientated defender who uses the ball well by foot. Tackles strongly and can play on taller and smaller opponents. Breaks the lines with his pace and can play midfield. Member of the Vic Metro team that won the 2012 NAB AFL Under-18 Championships playing in four matches.”

Martin Gleeson
North Ballarat Rebels 18 186 cm 69 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “Hard running defender/wingman who has a good combination of speed and endurance. Is a composed player that uses the ball well with hand and foot. Durable type with good footy smarts. Played 16 TAC Cup matches this year averaging 14.1 disposals, four marks and two tackles. ”

Matthew Haynes
Northern Knights 18 189 cm 76 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “Medium midfielder/defender with elite speed and agility. Breaks games open with his run and carry and can hit the scoreboard both on the run and from set shots. Strong overhead in one-on-one situations and has terrific team orientation. Averaged 15.8 disposals at 68.3 percent efficiency in NAB AFL Under-18 Championships providing consistent drive for Vic Metro. AIS-AFL Academy member.”

Sean Lynch
South Fremantle 18 184 cm 76 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “Medium defender with both pace and endurance which allows him to provide terrific rebound. Durable type who averaged 20.8 possessions for WA in the NAB AFL Under-18 Championships this year which included 9.4 contested.”

Jackson Macrae
Oakleigh Chargers 18 188 cm 75 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “Versatile medium midfielder who can also go back or forward. Big improver this year and is a long left foot kick. Shows great courage in the air and at ground level in his attack on ball. Kicked six goals against Tasmania in an outstanding performance and averaged 19.4 disposals at 78.4 percent efficiency in the Under-18 Championships this year. Averaged 23 disposals ain seven TAC Cup games to date this year.”

Paul Marschall
Central Districts 20 189 cm 90 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “Very competitive defender who excels one on one. Composed under pressure, and uses the ball extremely well by hand and foot. Strong overhead and makes good decisions. Playing consistently at senior level for Central Districts, averaging 16.7 disposals at 79.7 percent in 18 matches.”

Jake McKenzie
Western Jets 18 180 cm 72 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “Medium defender who is extremely versatile and can play midfield or forward. Reads the play exceptionally well, makes good decisions and uses the ball efficiently. Averaged 12.2 disposals at 78.7 percent efficiency for Vic Metro. Brother Trent players for Gold Coast Suns.”

Leigh Osborne
Frankston 22 186 cm 84 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “Rebounding medium defender who can also play through the midfield. Possesses a very good burst of speed and is an excellent kick on his preferred left foot. Played with the Eastern Ranges at TAC Cup level before a stint with local club East Ringwood. In 2012 he crossed to Frankston in the VFL and has become a shining light in defence averaging 17.4 disposals. Loves to run and carry the ball, can be a dangerous player when delivering inside forward 50. Accumulated a season best 28 disposals against Williamstown in Round 12.”

Jackson Ramsay
East Perth 17 181 cm 71 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “Courageous and composed defender with pace and an excellent work rate. Has good disposal skills and makes sound decisions with or without the ball. Played three matches for WA at Under-18 level before missing the final two matches with injury. Averaged 24.4 disposals in five matches at Colts level in WAFL”.

Tom Tyquin
Sandringham Dragons 17 182 cm 72 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “Versatile type who can play mid, back and forward. Uses the ball well and a sound decision maker who played in the Dragons TAC Cup Premiership in 2011. Member of the 2012 Vic Metro team and averaged 16 disposals in 13 matches with the Dragons this year.”

Nick Vlastuin
Northern Knights 18 187 cm 83 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “Medium midfielder/defender who attacks the ball aggressively and rarely fumbles. Strong and courageous in the air, he also excels at the stoppages. Loves the physical pressure of the game, winning contested ball and tackles strongly. Captained Vic Metro in the NAB AFL Under-18 Championships and won All-Australian honours for his work as a medium defender averaging 16.6 disposals and 4.6 marks. AIS-AFL Academy member.”

Zac Williams
Narrandera (NSW) 17 183 cm 80 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “Medium midfielder who can go forward or back. Very good at winning contested ball with his clean hands and strong clearances. Won NSW/ ACT’s MVP in the NAB AFL Under-18 Championships averaging 17 possessions (9.5 contested), 5.5 clearances and four tackles.”

Nathan Wright
Dandenong Stingrays 18 183 cm 78 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “Medium midfielder/defender who attacks the ball aggressively and rarely fumbles. Strong and courageous in the air, he also excels at the stoppages. Loves the physical pressure of the game, winning contested ball and tackles strongly. Averaged 14.8 disposals and was impressive in his four matches for Vic Country in this year’s Under-18 championships. AIS-AFL Academy member”


2012 NAB AFL Draft Combines - State

Melbourne:

Stephen Wray
Club: Oakleigh Chargers
D.O.B.: 15.4.94
Height: 182cm
Weight: 77kgs

Michael Wyld
Club: Morningside
D.O.B.: 20.7.94
Height: 187cm
Weight: 84kgs

Tyler Blake
Club: North Ballarat Rebels
D.O.B.: 21.3.94
Height: 184cms
Weight: 76kgs

Joseph Curran
Club: Oakleigh Chargers
D.O.B.: 21.5.94
Height: 185cm
Weight: 93kgs

Tom Grimes
Club: Northern Knights
D.O.B.: 1.12.94
Height: 189cm
Weight: 76kgs

Ryley Hall
Club: Gippsland Power
D.O.B.: 14.2.94
Height: 185cm
Weight: 85kgs

Zak Sherman
Club: Geelong Falcons
D.O.B.: 13.7.94
Height: 180cm
Weight: 74kgs

Caleb Vearing
Club: Oakleigh Chargers
D.O.B.: 9.7.94
Height: 188cm
Weight: 82kgs

Adelaide

Dylan Alice
Club: Ltyentye Apurte
D.O.B.: 24.11.93
Height: 184cm
Weight: 79kgs

Ed O’Connor
Club: Norwood
D.O.B.: 22.1.94
Height: 184cm
Weight: 75kgs

Luke Thomas
Club: Norwood
D.O.B.: 11.12.91
Height: 185cm
Weight: 80kgs

Sam Underwood
Club: Glenelg
D.O.B.: 3.10.94
Height: 185cm
Weight: 77kgs

Mitch Wilkins
Club: Norwood
D.O.B.: 1.10.94
Height: 182cm
Weight: 72kgs

Perth

Riley Hutchinson
Club: East Perth
D.O.B.: 21.1.94
Height: 186cm
Weight: 88kgs
 
2012 NAB AFL Draft Combine - National Tall Defenders

Clay Cameron
Mt Gravatt, QLD 18 191 cm 83 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “Tall defender who can go forward. Quick and agile key forward who can also play in the backline. Strong overhead, with excellent natural leap and clean hands. A real competitor who had injury interrupt his start to the 2012 season. Played the final three games of the NAB AFL Under 18 Championships, showcasing his strong hands and versatility. AIS-AFL Academy member.”

Tom Clurey
Murray Bushrangers, VIC 18 193 cm 85 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “A strong bodied tall defender that reads the play very well. Can shut down opposition key forwards whilst also providing good rebound from defence. Displays excellent leadership qualities, very good endurance and strong hands in the marking contest. Played all five games for Vic Country at the NAB AFL Under 18 Championships, averaging 11.8 disposals and 3.8 Rebound 50’s."

Aidan Corr
Northern Knights (VIC) 18 194 cm 80 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “Tall defender who is extremely competitive by nature and spoils aggressively. Has good speed and agility for a tall and uses the ball well by foot to advantage. Takes a strong mark and can go forward to good effect. Injured just prior to Round 4 and 5 of the NAB AFL Under 18 Championships and missed the final two matches. AIS-AFL Academy member.”

Kristian Jacksch
Oakleigh Chargers (VIC) 17 194 cm 85 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “Tall forward/defender who is extremely strong overhead, averaging 5.6 marks and 13 disposals for Vic Metro in NAB AFL Under 18 Championships. Kicked six goals against Tasmania in an outstanding performance and uses the ball well by foot when in defence. Makes good decisions with the ball ,shows excellent vision and is a strong spoiler.”

Tom Langdon
Sandringham Dragons (VIC) 18 189 cm 80 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “Tall defender who is an excellent reader of the play across half back. Has the ability to win the ball back and make smart decisions with his disposal by either hand or foot. Played one game for Vic Metro against N.T at this year’s NAB AFL Under 18 Championships. In his 10 games at TAC Cup level he is averaging 18.5 disposals, five marks and four tackles per game.”

Harrison Marsh
East Fremantle (WA) 18 188 cm 78 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “A prodigious kick of the football with excellent defensive skills who likes to attack and take the game on. Shows very good vision and disposes of the ball very effectively either by hand or foot. A very good one-on-one defender that played three games for WA in the NAB AFL Under 18 Championships. Currently averaging 15.5 disposals and 4.4 marks per game in 14 matches for East Fremantle at Colts level.”

Kamdyn McIntosh
Peel Thunder (WA) 18 192 cm 78 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “Tall defender with a very good combination of pace and endurance. Versatile defender capable of playing on medium and talls. Played four matches for WA at the NAB AFL Under 18 Championships closing down dangerous opponents and providing good run from defence. Acquitted himself well in four matches at senior level for Peel, averaging 17.5 disposals, five marks and three tackles.”

Lachie Plowman
Calder Cannons (VIC) 17 191 cm 86 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “Tall defender with terrific ability to win the contested ball in the air and at ground level. Poised with the ball in his hands and makes smart decisions. Was in great form early in the year with the Australian Under 18 team and Calder before injury ruled him out of the NAB AFL Under 18 Championships. Made a strong return in the last fortnight with Cannons and was among their best on the weekend with 17 disposals and six marks. AIS-AFL Academy member.”

Nick Rodda
West Perth (WA) 18 194 cm 94 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “Strong tall defender who uses his body well in man on man contests. Provides good run from defence, averaging 12 disposals and four marks for WA in the NAB AFL Under 18 Championships. Deceptively quick and agile player for his size who uses the ball well either foot.”

Sam Siggins
Lauderdale (TAS) 18 194 cm 86 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “A tall rebounding defender who has very clean hands below his knees and likes to attack from half back. Has the ability to play a number of different roles on either a tall or small opponent. Played two games for Tasmania at the NAB AFL Under 18 Championships where his leadership qualities were excellent, as was his ability to compete in the air. Currently playing senior football with Lauderdale.”

Tanner Smith
North Ballarat Rebels (VIC) 18 194 cm 83 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: "Tall defender who has good closing speed and reads the game extremely well coming into the opposition forward line. Makes good decisions on when to mark or spoil and provides good run from defence. Has shown ability to go forward and have an impact. Stood tall for Vic Country in AFL U18s this year matching up well on the oppositions best forward."

Jackson Thurlow
Launceston (TAS) 18 190 cm 79 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “Medium defender who reads the play exceptionally well cutting off opposition forward moves and providing a running option on the way out. Averaged 24.6 disposals and 6.6 marks, winning All Australian Under 18 honours in the 2012 NAB AFL Under 18 Championships.”

2012 NAB AFL Draft Combines - State Tall Defenders

Melbourne:

Josh Freezer
Club: Bendigo Gold
Height: 192cm
Weight: 91kg
DOB: 12.06.1989

Michael Riseley
Club: Casey Scorpions
Height: 190cm
Weight: 83kg
DOB: 21.12.1988

Harley Walshe
Club: Western Jets
Height: 197cm
Weight: 83kg
DOB: 23.02.1994

Jordan Weir
Club: North Shore
Height: 192cm
Weight: 81kg
DOB: 01.08.1994

Josh Woolley
Club: Launceston
Height: 189cm
Weight: 84kg
DOB: 24.09.1992

Adelaide

Chase Bower
Club: Norwood
Height: 189cm
Weight: 79kg
DOB: 22.03.1994

Jarrod Lienert
Club: Sturt
Height: 191cm
Weight: 80kg
DOB: 05.08.1994

Aaron Luccon
Club: Norwood
Height: 197cm
Weight: 87kg
DOB: 21.04.1994

Joel Tippett
Club: West Adelaide
Height: 195cm
Weight: 91kg
DOB: 26.10.1988

Matthew Wallis
Club: Norwood
Height: 194cm
Weight: 89kg
DOB: 16.01.1994

Perth

Alex Howson
Club: East Fremantle
Height: 195cm
Weight: 90kg
DOB: 25.05.1994
 
Nick Rodda
West Perth (WA) 18 194 cm 94 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “Strong tall defender who uses his body well in man on man contests. Provides good run from defence, averaging 12 disposals and four marks for WA in the NAB AFL Under 18 Championships. Deceptively quick and agile player for his size who uses the ball well either foot.”

Not sure when Rodda will be taken but he does look a very likely type,hope we have our eye on him.
 
Uncle said:
Nick Rodda
West Perth (WA) 18 194 cm 94 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “Strong tall defender who uses his body well in man on man contests. Provides good run from defence, averaging 12 disposals and four marks for WA in the NAB AFL Under 18 Championships. Deceptively quick and agile player for his size who uses the ball well either foot.”

Not sure when Rodda will be taken but he does look a very likely type,hope we have our eye on him.

yeah, his height and weight stood out. Man amoungst boys from the stats.
 
Tiger Rob said:
Man among boys and only 12 avg possies. not so sure.
Defenders dont need possies ,they need to defend! went and watched the replay again when I realised he was 194cm & 94kgs & its the the little things he did that impressed me.
 
Uncle said:
Defenders dont need possies ,they need to defend! went and watched the replay again when I realised he was 194cm & 94kgs & its the the little things he did that impressed me.

Fair enough, but my point is he's big, quick and agile and doesn't get much of it. At that level if he's big, quick and agile, you'd think that he would.
 
Uncle said:
Nick Rodda
West Perth (WA) 18 194 cm 94 kg
Kevin Sheehan says: “Strong tall defender who uses his body well in man on man contests. Provides good run from defence, averaging 12 disposals and four marks for WA in the NAB AFL Under 18 Championships. Deceptively quick and agile player for his size who uses the ball well either foot.”

Not sure when Rodda will be taken but he does look a very likely type,hope we have our eye on him.

Can't recall seeing him play, but I know a scout for a Victorian based club who rates him as very good a prospect. Quite a bit of interest in him.
 
I have Rodda as a borderline first round prospect. Not often a full-back can take the kick-ins. Is very skilled. He did struggle on Daniher in the Champs but who wouldn't.
 
Streak said:
Can't recall seeing him play, but I know a scout for a Victorian based club who rates him as very good a prospect. Quite a bit of interest in him.
Thats exactly why I had another look @ a WA replay the other night, he does seem to go unnoticed but I started noticing the little things & he's a nice one IMO.
tigs2010 said:
I have Rodda as a borderline first round prospect. Not often a full-back can take the kick-ins. Is very skilled. He did struggle on Daniher in the Champs but who wouldn't.
Good call that tigs, was quite taken with his foot skill & composure .That size with the kind of form he is showing I dare say he wont last too long so I'd be hoping he is on our radar with our 1st pick!
 
2012 NAB AFL Draft Combine - National
Victoria
Matthew Brett
Club: Murray Bushrangers
Height: 188cm
Weight: 79kg
DOB: 02.08.1994

"Hard working tall forward with strong hands, both on the lead or in a contested situation. Makes good decisions when in possession of the ball by either hand or foot, and applies great defensive pressure to the opposition when they have it. A very good reader of the play, he also has the ability to play at either end of the ground. Had a season high 18 disposals and 10 marks (five contested) Vs Dandenong in Round 16 of the TAC Cup."

Michael Close
Club: North Ballarat Rebels
Height: 195cm
Weight: 82kg
DOB: 30.07.1994
"Mobile and strong marking tall forward who missed three games in the NAB AFL Under-18 Championships due to injury. Has elite endurance for his size (15 plus beep test) and excellent disposals by foot. He also has the ability to play as a backup ruckman."

Josh Scott
Club: Gippsland Power
Height: 190cm
Weight: 76kg
DOB: 08.03.1994
"A courageous tall forward with an excellent set of hands in the air. He has the ability to take it out in front on the lead or going back with the flight in a contested situation. An agile player that can also compete at ground level, his vision and game sense are very good. Played one game for Vic Country in the NAB AFL Under-18 Championships kicking two goals. Impacts the scoreboard regularly and this was highlighted in his season best haul of six goals in the opening round of the TAC Cup season vs the Geelong Falcons."

James Stewart
Club: Sandringham Dragons
Height: 197cm
Weight: 82kg
DOB: 04.03.1994

"Tall forward with outstanding agility for his size. Very poised with his disposal by hand or foot and can play at either end of the ground or through the midfield. Has good game sense and natural pace. Is eligible for father/son to Collingwood, where father Craig played. Represented Vic Metro in the NAB AFL Under-18 Championships with his best game vs TAS gaining 23 possessions including 15 contested and six marks. Graduate of the AIS-AFL Academy."

Jake Stringer
Club: Bendigo Pioneers
Height: 191cm
Weight: 91kg
DOB: 25.04.1994
"Tall forward/defender who excels one-on-one with his marking and body positioning. His kicking is both penetrating and precise, whether forward or back, and he has good speed off the mark. Thrives on the contest and tackles strongly. Overcome serious leg injury last season to play some excellent football for Bendigo Pioneers this year and represent Vic Country in the NAB AFL Under-18 Championships. AIS-AFL Academy graduate."

Mason Wood
Club: Geelong Falcons
Height: 190cm
Weight: 78kg
DOB: 13.09.1993
"Left footed tall forward who presents well on the lead and is strong overhead. Averaged 13 disposals for Vic Country this year in the NAB AFL Under-18 Championships with his best game against their arch rival, Vic Metro. Has elite endurance and work rate and is capable of playing as a wingman as well. Has clean hands, good vision and excellent awareness."

Western Australia
Brant Colledge
Club: Perth
Height: 192cm
Weight: 87kg
DOB: 25.10.1994
"Hard working player who presents with multiple leading efforts and has strong hands in the contest. Uses the ball well by hand and foot and has overcome an ankle injury which restricted him to the last two matches in the NAB AFL Under-18 Championships. Been in excellent touch at Colts level of late, averaging 20.1 disposals and 8.4 marks in the past seven games."

Jesse Hogan
Club: Claremont
Height: 193cm
Weight: 91kg
DOB: 12.02.1995
"Imposing tall forward/defender who takes contested marks and can really impact a game. Really competitive and intensive type who excelled for WA in the NAB AFL Under-18 Championships, averaging 6.4 marks and 13.6 disposals and winning All-Australian honours. Eligible for the min-draft in 2012 and current member of the AIS-AFL Academy."

Marco Paparone 

Club: East Fremantle
Height: 193cm
Weight: 84kg
DOB: 03.09.1994
"Tall forward with elite endurance (15+ beep) which allows him to keep presenting up forward or to play midfield which he did in the final game of the NAB AFL Under-18 Championships. Dangerous around goal and creative player who averaged 16 disposals, four marks and 1.5 goals per game for WA this year."

Mason Shaw
Club: South Fremantle
Height: 197cm
Weight: 82kg
DOB: 15.01.1994
"Tall forward who is very strong overhead and has smarts around goals. Kicked seven goals in the WAFL in the NAB AFL Under-18 Grand Final in 2011. A reliable kick for goal from set shots as well as clever with his snap shots. Has excellent endurance for a tall with a beep score of 14 plus showing his potential to play across half forward. Kicked four goals for WA against Vic Country this year. AIS-AFL Academy graduate."

Tasmania
Mitchell Van Den Berg 

Club: North Launceston
Height: 190cm
Weight: 72kg
DOB:10.05.1993
Tall forward who is strong overhead and a reliable set shot for goal. Provided TAS with a mobile target up forward in the NAB AFL Under-18 Championships playing as a 19 year-old. Outstanding against Queensland in Tasmania's upset win in Round Three with 20 possessions, 10 marks and two goals."

South Australia
Tim O'Brien 

Club: Glenelg
Height: 192cm
Weight: 81kg
DOB: 23.03.1994
"Tall, quick moving forward whose X-factor is his overhead marking. Averaged five marks and 2.2 goals per game in the NAB AFL Under-18 Championships and is a reliable set shot for goal. His six goals against Tasmania in Round One was a highlight."

Queensland
Jordon Bourke 

Club: Morningside
Height: 193cm
Weight: 83kg
DOB:11.11.1994
"Tall forward who is exceptionally strong overhead and a reliable shot for goal. Quick on the lead and reads the ball well in the air. Son of former Geelong Cats ruckman Damien Bourke and is eligible for them under the father/son rule or the Gold Coast Suns as a zone selection. Averaged 12.4 disposals and 4.2 marks for QLD in the NAB AFL Under-18 Championships showing his overall potential. AIS-AFL Academy graduate."

2012 NAB AFL Draft Combines - State
Melbourne:
Jesse Boyd
Club: Calder Cannons
Height: 192cm
Weight: 86kg
DOB: 29.01.1994

Jake Calvert
Club: Dandenong Stingrays
Height: 192cm
Weight: 93kg
DOB: 30.05.1993

Scott Clouston
Club: Redlands
Height: 191cm
Weight: 84kg
DOB: 02.02.1987

Liam Flaherty
Club: Eastlake
Height: 194cm
Weight: 87kg
DOB: 14.11.1993

Sam Gordon
Club: Geelong Falcons
Height: 192cm
Weight: 90kg
DOB: 31.03.1993

Khan Haretuku
Club: Frankston
Height: 199cm
Weight: 101kg
DOB: 19.10.1989

Ryan Morrison
Club: Dandenong Stingrays
Height: 190cm
Weight: 83kg
DOB: 06.03.1994

Josh Porter
Club: Murray Bushrangers
Height: 193cm
Weight: 95kg
DOB: 26.04.1994

Matt Rennie
Club: Dandenong Stingrays
Height: 190cm
Weight: 79kg
DOB: 16.06.1994

Spencer White
Club: Western Jets
Height: 194cm
Weight: 88kg
DOB: 22.09.1994

Simon Deery
Club: Gippsland Power Height: 192cm
Weight: 84kg
DOB: 18.09.1993

Adelaide
Kaiden Brand
Club: West Adelaide
Height: 197cm
Weight: 84kg
DOB: 08.04.1994

Ethan Gill
Club: Glenelg
Height: 194cm
Weight: 94kg
DOB: 31.12.1994

Justin Hardy
Club: Central Districts
Height: 196cm
Weight: 97kg
DOB: 14.01.1988

Brad Hartman
Club: Sturt
Height: 188cm
Weight: 75kg
DOB: 16.11.1994

Tom Schott
Club: West Adelaide
Height: 189cm
Weight: 78kg
DOB: 27.04.1994

Perth
Tom Lee
Club: Claremont
Height: 194cm
Weight: 94kg
DOB: 02.01.1991