The most underrated Gold Coast QAFL players
A reliable defender who can be counted on to always do the job and rebounds with the footy effectively – meet this Labrador star. FIND OUT YOUR CLUB’S UNDERRATED QAFL PLAYERS HERE.
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AMID the big marks and barnstorming runs that make the highlight reels of the QAFL each week, there are players who often fly under the radar.
Their actions largely go unnoticed by those outside the team but they are critical to their success.
So, who are your QAFL team’s most underrated players?
We have scoured the competition to find the men who need more recognition.
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LABRADOR
Jayden Young
Position: Defender
A reliable defender who can be counted on to always do the job and rebounds with the footy effectively. A tall player who can play in a key position and also off halfback.
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Alex McKay
Position: Midfield
One opposition teams routinely tag. McKay works tirelessly to break the tag and still manages to give the Tigers first use of the footy on most occasions. A tough and relentless midfield bull.
Jarrod Mills
Position: Midfield
An up and coming talent who provides enormous drive around stoppages. Mills is no standout and isn’t a flashy player but you notice him every time he is around the footy. He uses it well and loves doing the tough work inside.
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Jed Harrison
Position: Swingman
Definitely an underrated player who can influence the game at either end of the ground. A swingman who is slightly built but stands above six foot. Harrison regularly fights out of his weight division and coach Jess Sinclair knows what he is going to get from him.
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Zac Harrison
Position: Wingman
There isn’t much weight on him but Zac Harrison is as courageous as anyone you will see play. Harrison is skilful and never plays a bad game.
Jackson Emblem
Position: Key defender
A key defender who has played in the QAFL fot a long time and always gets the job done. Emblem goes about his business without fuss and was part of the 2018 premiership team as well as the side who lost last year’s grand final to Surfers Paradise.
BROADBEACH
Jed Turner
Position: Ruckman
One of the best acquisitions of any QAFL club in 2020. Turner provides midfield groups first use of the football more times than not, is experienced and knows the game well.
Josh Searl
Position: Half-back/wingman
You can just about pencil in Searl to be among your best before the first bounce each week. A player who can thrive at various positions, including halfback and on the wing.
Max Lower:
Position: Midfield
A man, nicknamed ‘the pig’, who knows how to find the footy. Lower is an inside midfielder with quick hands and a clean user.
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Paddy Rankin
Position: Wing
A player who doesn’t get the accolades he deserves. Rankin has developed significantly over the last couple of years and plays his role perfectly. He is great on the outside, reads the game well and structures up to suit.
Jack Prestegar:
Position: Half-back/flank.
One of the Demons unassuming leaders who can run through the halfback flank. Prestegar is exceptional at intercepting the ball, has good skills and reads the game well. He rarely gets massive plaudits but he is critical to the make-up of the Surfers Paradise outfit.
Nick Scott:
Position: Half-back/flank
The vice-captain holds down the opposite halfback position to Prestegar and is as reliable as they come. Scott has a significant impact on the club’s success and is a good measuring stick for how they are performing each week.
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