Coates Talent League 2025 live stream: Sandringham Dragons v Northern Knights, Round 8

While Sunday’s clash against the Northern Knights will be the debut game for a quartet of Sandringham stars, it’s also an important clash for three established players. Watch it LIVE.

Two brothers of AFL-listed players will be among four debutants for the Sandringham Dragons in their Coates League clash with Northern Knights on Sunday.

Rowan Mackenzie, who’s the younger brother of Hawthorn’s Cam Mackenzie, and Quentin Hofmann, who’s brother Lenny was drafted by Geelong last year, will get their first taste of elite U18 footy.

Sunny King, a developing key forward, and Tom Washington, a hit-up half forward from Salesian, are also set to step out.

All four boys are bottom-agers and will be on show when KommunityTV brings you all the action live and exclusive on Sunday from 11am.

“We’ve been pumping out the debutants in recent weeks, so it’s been great to expose these guys to Coates League footy,” Dragons coach Rob Harding said.

The match will also serve as a crucial opportunity for three 19-year-olds to impress AFL scouts before the mid-season draft.

Charlie Rozenes, described by Harding as “the prototype modern high half forward”, has already garnered interest from AFL clubs following his recent form.

Jhett Haeata, who was leading the Dragons’ best and fairest last year before a broken arm sidelined him, has made a strong return, showcasing his skills with Richmond VFL.

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – MAY 04: Jhett Haeata of the Young Guns handpasses the ball during the Young Guns 2025 series match between the Young Guns and the Victoria Country U18 Boys at Melbourne Avalon Airport Oval on May 04, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Rob Lawson/AFL Photos)

Sam Buck, a key player in the Dragons’ premiership last year, will feature as a key forward and part-time ruckman.

Further bolstering the Dragons’ line-up are seven players from Brighton Grammar, who will have the opportunity to test their mettle against Coates League opposition.

The Dragons, who started the season strongly with three consecutive wins, are looking to bounce back after losses to GWS Giants and Gippsland Power in their last two outings.

Two Dragons have suffered long-term injuries, namely James Georgiou, who broke his leg in school footy at Mentone Grammar, and premiership player Jack Surkitt (broken wrist in school footy).