Big names set to take part in Tassie AFL team launch

Tasmanian footballing royalty is set to be rolled out across the state for the launch of the AFL team on Monday night. See who will be in attendance at the launch sites.

Jack Riewoldt will attend the Launceston site. Picture Jasper Da Seymour

Tasmanian football royalty is set to be wheeled out across the state for the launch of the state’s AFL team on Monday night.

Across the six official launch locations, the game’s biggest names will be there to mark a new piece of footballing history.

AFL chief executive Andrew Dillon is expected to be in attendance at Devonport alongside Emma Humphries, Matthew Richardson, Kent Jackson and Jasmyn Thompson.

Jack Riewoldt, who has been front and centre of the club since his retirement, will be in Launceston.

Hobart will have its own power quartet including Jess Wuestschner, Rodney Eade, Andrew Hopwood and Priya Bowering.

In addition to four speakers at the launch sites, it’s understood four athletes will be present to unveil the club’s official jumper.

Tonight’s launch will also see foundation memberships made available for just $10.

WHO WILL BE IN ATTENDANCE

Devonport – Emma Humphries, Matthew Richardson, Kent Jackson and Jasmyn Thompson.

Hobart – Jess Wuestschner, Rodney Eade, Andrew Hopwood and Priya Bowering.

Launceston – Abbey Green, Jack Riewoldt, Josh Nast and Harriet Bingley.

Oatlands – Sarah Skinner, Scott Clayton, Brian O’Reilly and Sophie Strong.

Queenstown – Deb Reynolds, Grant Birchall, Andrew Lee and Lucy Thompson.

St Helens – Jodie Clifford, Robert Shaw, Steve Walley and Ruby Hall.