We take a closer look at some of the potential first round draftees ahead of the National Draft to be held in Sydney on November 25.
The Club will enter the National Draft with live selections at pick 9, 19, 46 and 49.
The following are four of the potential draft prospects predicted by experts to go within the first round.
Oliver Florent – Sandringham Dragons/Vic Metro
Height: 183cm
Weight: 74kg
Position: Forward
An eye catching half forward who can create magic when he has the ball in hand and has shown an ability to play higher up the field. His foot skills will improve with more work but knows how to give himself the opportunity in front of goal and has great evasive skills He collected 29 disposals and seven clearances in a strong end to the season in the Under-18’s All Stars match. Showed his endurance was up to speed at the Draft Combine with an equal highest beep test score of 15.1.
Zac Fisher – Perth/Western Australia
Height: 175cm
Weight: 61kg
Position: Midfielder
A brilliant season through the midfield from the Western Australian has seen him surge into top-30 calculations for the National Draft. Was named All Australian after an impressive Under-18s Championships for Western Australia when he averaged 21 disposals in four games. Despite being short he has showed an ability to win his own football and follow up well at the contest. The youngster is quick with his hands and has the ability to bring his teammates into the game by keeping the ball moving forward.
Jordan Gallucci – Eastern Ranges/Vic Metro
Height: 183cm
Weight: 75kg
Position: Midfielder
Brings a pacy edge to his game with the ability to tuck the ball under his arm and go for a run when required. Gallucci was co-captain of Vic Metro during the under-18 championships showcasing his leadership capabilities. In a standout match for the Ranges earlier this year he showed his ability to be able to work inside and outside of the contest with 36 disposals, 3 goals, 11 clearances and 12 inside-50’s. Set a new record for the standing vertical jump at the Draft Combine with a height of 89cm. He also excelled in the beep test, repeat sprint test and running vertical jump.
Jack Graham – North Adelaide/South Australia
Height: 183cm
Weight: 83kg
Position: Midfielder/Half-back
After experiencing plenty of senior footy at SANFL level during the season Graham is expected to be able to transition well into the AFL system. Won the Larke Medal as the leading player in division one of the under-18s championships this year. He averaged 25 disposals, five clearances and five tackles across the competition. A reliable player he is hard at the contest with little fear of attacking the footy. He is a hard runner and possesses a penetrating kick which will help whichever team selects Graham in their forward ball movement.
