‘That’s how bad WA is’: How WA defied dire draft predictions
Western Australia was tipped to be lucky to have one player drafted. In the end, the state had 10. ELIZA REILLY finds out how it defied predictions of a draft talent wipe-out in 2024.
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Inside father-son Crow’s rise from kicking socks to following dad
Ex-Crow Scott Welsh has revealed the moment when he first thought son Tyler might follow in his footsteps – and the move that caught him off guard on draft night.
‘Now or never’: 24yo recruit can be Swans’ new Lizard
Riley Bice had played everywhere, from Murray Bushrangers’ under-18 side to the Tiwi Bombers. But it was a surprise shift to defence at Werribee that caught the eye of AFL recruiters.
Cats draft Geelong duo as VFL ruck, young gun’s dream realised
Geelong has taken two talents from its own backyard — including one from the Cats’ VFL program.
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How Giant draft prospect was nearly lost to footy
Logan Smith is considered one of the top two ruck prospects in this week’s draft, but he very nearly gave the game away. He speaks about knuckling down on a quest to play in the AFL.
Inside the years of scouting behind every draft pick
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Watch: Ashcroft, Kako headline dazzling draft highlights
We have compiled some of the best moments from draft prospects in the Coates Talent League — and it features four players tied to clubs and plenty of top talents. Watch the videos here.
Top draft prospect produces masterclass in private school derby
No. 1 pick contender Sam Lalor starred in school cricket ahead of his draft year. Now his former teammate – another AFL Academy member – has done the same against their arch-rival.
The Nick Daicos clone who hasn’t played a bad game in three years
If there was an award for consistency among this year’s draft crop, Jagga Smith would claim it with ease. Find out why he’s being compared to some of the AFL’s biggest stars.
‘Fend-off machine’ firms as expected No. 1 pick
The talent at the top end of this year’s draft is so evenly spread, but a No. 1 contender has emerged from the pack. Plus the Roos and Crows weigh up big moves ahead of Wednesday night.
Father-son’s potential Daicos-style slide set to shape draft night
Nick Daicos slid to pick 4 in the 2021 draft in a huge win for the Pies. Brisbane are hoping for a similar slide for Levi Ashcroft, or they will have to go into ‘points deficit’. JON RALPH has more.
Local star, mid-season pick’s inspiration for injury-hit Falcon
Dan Lowther hasn’t had a lot go his way, but the athletic tall is still on the draft radar – and has interest from the Cats. He reflects on his injuries and the people who have shaped him.
The double edged draft sword of private school scholarships
Sam Marshall is the latest talented AFL Draft prospect to move interstate for a private school footy scholarship — and it wasn’t all smooth sailing. He opens up on the journey.
Draft play that opens door to turbocharged Richmond rebuild
Given their massive haul, the Tigers have control of the 2024 draft, and it could ensure that they also have their pick of the litter when the 2025 crop of draftees comes along.
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