No. 1 locked in? Who your club could take in mid-season draft
On Wednesday, an ‘impossible’ football rise will be complete as West Coast hone in on a VFL star. But what is your club thinking? Get the latest whispers on how it could all play out.
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Every state league star in AFL mid-season draft mix
AFL clubs are busy finalising their targets ahead of Wednesday’s mid-season rookie draft. We’ve got the latest intel on the 45 names who have attracted interest across the country.
Booms, busts and bolters: Best and worst of the mid-season draft
The mid-season draft has helped more than 100 players become AFL footballers since it was reintroduced in 2019. Many have come and gone, others have gone on to become household names.
The top 75 AFL Draft prospects for 2025
From highly-rated academy and father-son prospects to No. 1 pick contenders and this year’s bolters, AFL Draft guru Kevin Sheehan exclusively reveals all the names recruiters are targeting in 2025.
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Draft intel: Top 10 prospects make their move in key game
Recruiters flocked to RSEA Park on Sunday as the AFL Academy took on Richmond’s VFL side – and they didn’t leave disappointed. Here’s all the intel.
Draft Intel: Potential No. 1 ‘unicorn’ ready to impress Richmond
An athletic tall, likened to Luke Jackson and Tom De Koning, will be the main attraction in a key early-season showcase. But he won’t be the only prospect recruiters will be watching closely.
Coates Talent League ranking points: Forwards stake draft claims
Huge news for Bombers fans with NGA players bolting, while forwards are making their marks with five-goal hauls. See all the exclusive stats – and who’s rising up draft boards.
Ultimate Guide: Every club’s best WAFL Colts draft prospects
Western Australia is tipped to have a bumper crop of AFL Draft contenders in 2025. We profile more than 40 of the players who scouts will be watching this WAFL Colts season.
The next Kako? Bombers’ NGA set to bear more fruit
Essendon was the beneficiary of NGA rules changing before last year’s draft, with Isaac Kako joining the club. Now, two more highly-touted youngsters could follow him.
Coates League Top 50: No. 1 pick contender’s insane opener
A highly-rated draft prospect made a huge statement in the opening round of the Coates League – but an eye-catching big man wasn’t far behind. See the exclusive stats, full rankings.
Best of them all? The making of a No. 1 draft pick contender
Willem Duursma is one of top prospects in this year’s draft – and he knows how it works. The young gun opens up on Harley Reid’s influence and his three siblings who have all made the big time.
Live stream: How to watch AFL and AFLW next generation stars
Future draft prospects will be front and centre as the Coates Talent League returns to KommunityTV every round in 2025. See how to watch exclusive matches LIVE featuring top young guns.
Curtin call: Sibling of rising Crow stamps name on draft boards
You’ve heard of Adelaide young gun Daniel Curtin. But after kicking 8.4 for Claremont in a WAFL Colts scratch match on Sunday, it’s time to introduce you to his younger brother Cody.
The Ashcroft prophecy: Meet the sibling who might be best of all
Forget Marcus, Will and Levi, there’s another 15-year-old Ashcroft sibling who is tracking toward stardom. ELIZA REILLY speaks to Lucy at a major checkpoint in her footy journey.
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